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If we can end homelessness in 10 years, we can end #youth disconnection too. We need targeted strategies for different populations, short and long term. #behavioralhealth support will come to be seen as a job readiness intervention. Youth #workforcedevelopment training is an #economicdevelopment strategy.

I am so proud of WMCAT's 2023 annual report! ⭐️ Both the paper report and interactive digital webpage include program outcomes and demographics, financial data, and student stories. As always, my favorite part was interviewing our students! I learned something new from each student I talked to: Anthony, Skyler, and Kiara. This wouldn't have been possible without Megan, my director and partner in this work. 🧡 Grateful for you! ➡️ Check it out at wmcat.org/report. #communications #grandrapids #annualreport

We've had some wonderful new staff join KONU over the past year - and want to give YOU a chance to meet them! Please meet Krish Jaiman: 🔆 Krish, what is a strength you bring to KONU? I bring the strengths of lessons taught by my own teachers: resilience from my family and ancestors, authenticity from my students, commitment to complexity from my professors, will for justice and equality from my community organizers, and creativity of my fellow musicians.   🔆 What made you want to join KONU? I wanted to join KONU because I believe developing the capacity for leadership in people is key to shifting the inequitable systemic issues of our world.   🔆 What's a client engagement you are particularly passionate about and why? I’m excited to work with government systems who hold responsibility and power for people, because I want to unpack the persistent, systemic issues that prevents people in power from exercising leadership for the betterment of their constituents. Krish, we are so grateful to have you on the team! Learn more about Krish here: https://lnkd.in/e4R7A8jg

At the National Civic League, we know civic engagement is vital for addressing issues like racial equity, youth leadership, and more. Discover our work here https://ow.ly/2kyQ50SjYtp

Today is World Braille Day. People who are blind celebrate this day to honor Louis Braille, the creator of the Braille system which we use to read and write. Braille is the only method that we have as people who are blind to truly learn literacy including spelling, proper punctuation, document formatting and sentence structure. While some of these skills can be learned by using talking computers, Braille users tend to be better communicators when we are able to proofread our work more carefully by examining our texts letter by letter without thinking instead of having to go through the tedious process of doing so while listening to speech.   Braille also allows us to engage with our audience when we are speaking, rather than having to listen to our notes to keep ourselves on track. With Braille, we can read our notes as needed while sending the message to our audience that they truly do matter while we are speaking. It is a powerful tool to show any members of society that we are paying attention to them in the interactions we have.   Speaking from personal experience, trying to learn advanced mathematics by having formulas read to me was almost impossible for me to follow. I did not have the same difficulties when I had access to the very same information in Braille.   At CNIB, we realize how important it is for our children to thrive in the education system. Education is one of the best predictors of future success.Braille is an essential tool for that to happen. I encourage all educators who are working with blind children in any capacity to not only promote Braille but to ensure that it is properly produced and provided to the student at the same time as other classmates receive their materials. Only offering students two or three Braille lessons each term is woefully inadequate. This happens in some Canadian locations. After all, I know you wouldn’t accept that level of support for your sighted children. I know that I don’t. Why should parents of children who are blind be put in that position?     Please join with me in promoting CNIB’s pillar entitled our Kids Will Thrive in our strategic plan found at https://lnkd.in/ghDfGGut.  Also, encourage all of your friends and family to sign our Charter of Rights of Children Who Are Blind or Low Vision Found at https://lnkd.in/g5n-2RkP. Let’s continue to show the world that Louis Braille’s contribution to society really does matter and remains an important tool for people who are blind, Deaf Blind or who have low vision.       CNIB CNIB Deafblind Community Services

Advocating for freedom of association is crucial, especially for organizations like Greek life, which often provide valuable opportunities for personal growth, leadership development, and community service on college campuses. Greek organizations not only offer a sense of belonging and camaraderie but also foster leadership skills, philanthropic endeavors, and academic support systems. These groups contribute positively to campus culture by promoting inclusivity, diversity, and a strong sense of community. By participating in initiatives like the First Amendment Institute, members of organizations like Tri Delta gain a deeper understanding of their rights and responsibilities as advocates for their organizations and the broader community. This knowledge empowers them to effectively engage in dialogue, promote positive change, and uphold the values of freedom and association. Ultimately, recognizing the value of Greek life and supporting initiatives that empower its members to advocate for their rights ensures that these organizations continue to enrich campus life and contribute positively to society.

Newman's Own Foundation with a grant opportunity for organizations focused on food justice for kids. Paul M. Angell Family Foundation with a grant opportunity for certain Latino arts organizations. From their websites: > Newman's. "Is your organization working towards food justice for kids in the United States? If so, this is your chance to receive up to $100,000 in grant funding over the next 2 years and deepen your impact! Apply by June 11, 2024." > Paul M Angell. "Mini grants are available for small Latino arts organizations which have budgets of under $200,000.00. Awards are $5,000.00 for grounds with budgets up to $100,000.00 and $7,500.00 for groups with budgets from $100,000.00 up to $200,000.00." Applications due June 7.

Check out the latest episode of WonkyFolk featuring a conversation with Nina Rees, outgoing CEO of the National Alliance For Public Charter Schools. Jed Wallace and I discuss Nina's tenure, what's next, and the sector with her. Listen now! #education #educationpolicy

The significance of this day and its legacy is never lost on me as I continue to learn and work to be better. It's not just a day of celebration but a call to action for all of us. In marketing and media, I consider it a big responsibility to amplify diverse perspectives and invest in platforms that support this crucial dialogue. Juneteenth, marking the end of slavery in the United States, is a reminder of the resilience and contributions of Black communities throughout history. Yet, despite these contributions, Black voices continue to be underrepresented and misrepresented in our culture and media. You don’t need to be too aware to see what research shows us, that Black Americans often face stereotypes in media portrayals, and their stories are frequently marginalized or overlooked entirely - even today. As marketers, we hold the power to reshape this narrative. By consciously investing in Black-owned media outlets and inclusive storytelling, we can help elevate these essential voices and foster a more equitable society. It's about more than just representation; it's about genuinely listening and reflecting diverse experiences in the work we do. Learn more about the history and significance of Juneteenth from the National Museum of African American History and Culture https://lnkd.in/ewYsmBsz. Let's all commit to being part of the change.

Go to High School Go to College The "Go-to-High-School, Go-to-College" program, established in 1922, concentrates on the importance of completing secondary and collegiate education as a road to advancement. Statistics prove the value of this extra impetus in making the difference in the success of young African-American men, given that school completion is the single best predictor of future economic success. Through the Go-to-High-School, Go-to-College educational initiative, young men receive information and learn strategies that facilitate success. Alpha men provide youth participants with excellent role models to emulate.