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RWI Synthetics is pleased to be running our first Workplace Campaign on behalf of the United Way of the Alberta Capital Region! If you can contribute, please check out our donation page to donate to “Youth Belonging in the Edmonton Region” or other issues while supporting the United Way! https://lnkd.in/gGRajtE8 A strong sense of belonging in one’s community is important for youth in a number of ways. A sense of belonging can help improve mental and physical health and school performance, and it works to counter teen suicide, homelessness, and interaction with the justice system. Ensuring youth feel like they belong in their communities can also positively impact cities and regions. When youth are more likely to stay in or return to a city or region and contribute to the local labour force, a sense of belonging can significantly contribute to measures of prosperity like GDP. But a sense of belonging isn’t necessarily an easy puzzle to solve. According to a 2020 Statistics Canada | Statistique Canada Canada survey, only one in five Edmonton residents said they had a very strong sense of belonging to their community, and Youth Unlimited (YFC Edmonton) reports there are 50,000 at-risk youth in Edmonton currently. These young people require temporary or ongoing interventions to succeed and transition into economically self-sufficient adulthood and, hopefully, achieve a strong sense of belonging and security within their communities. The United Way of the Alberta Capital Region (UWACR) offers programs that foster youth belonging, such as the All In For Youth program, which provides free wraparound services in schools for students who need them. The goal of the All In For Youth program, which is active in eight schools in Edmonton, is to increase high school graduation rates and help youth form positive relationships, enjoy extracurricular activities, build confidence and employability, and improve mental and physical health.   #Youth #Belonging #MentalHealth #WorkplaceCampaign #SchoolPerformance Edmonton Global Health Cities Edmonton International Airport (YEG) Explore Edmonton Corporation Edmonton Unlimited MacEwan University NorQuest College Edmonton Metropolitan Region Board City of Beaumont Parkland County City of St. Albert City of Spruce Grove Sturgeon County City of Edmonton

People get amazed when I say SFAC only recently increased from the equivalent of 1.5 full-time staff to 2.5! We are tiny, but our impact is significant. As an example, this week I have been working with partners across three different countries to develop programmes to support governments and judiciaries create nationwide systems that support families in the community when they need assistance, protects those children who are unsafe, and promotes safe and appropriate alternative care. All of this work started with SFAC working with small organisations in each country wanting to change children's care and protection. SFAC provided them with training, mentoring, and advice to build new programmes and ways of caring and protecting children suitable to their country, resources, cultures, and context. Over time those organisations built their own programmes, successes and reputation with support from SFAC. The outcome has seen those organisations build relationships with governments and judiciaries creating national change. Small organisations can have a big impact! Small organisation can change the outcomes across a country. But, to start with it needed SFAC to work with small organisations without making the cost of our services inaccessible. It means subsidising the cost. In 20 years that has been SFAC model. To ensure accessible training that can have a 'ripple' effect. It has worked. And, we want to do more. At the moment demand for SFAC’s services far outstrips our capacity. That’s why we need to double our income and staffing. We have people waiting to work for us, ready and able, globally based to create a truly international staff team. Now we are working on the income, so we can achieve change in even more organisations, even more countries. In the last 20 years SFAC has been operating on average yearly income of £60-80,000. We want to double it. For a small investment can you partner with us? Or, can you introduce me to a person or organisation who wants to impact thousands of children's lives all around the world? Our costs are low; our impact is high. By supporting us we can employ more staff, increase the organisations we work with, and ensure our services are accessible to all organisations by enabling us to subsidise costs for community grassroots and small NGOs. In doing so, we can impact more organisations, more countries and more children and families. Our costs are low; our impact is high. The photo shows our impact. Two small Brazilian orgs SFAC trained and supported to deliver foster care are sitting with SFAC and the lead judge in Sao Paulo. All are training the judiciary there on how they can build confidence in foster care as a safe alternative to children's home.

 LADDER OF SUCCESS FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOMENT (LSCD)   Background Ladder of Success for Community Development (LSCD) is a non-profitable NGO that was established on 20th July 2022 and is registered with the Government of Malawi under the incorporation Act (Cap.46:03) of Laws of Malawi. Ladder of Success for Community Development, dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the community. Ladder of Success is being known by its innovation and highly quality programs. We have seen an increasing number of children, young people and their families struggling with their mental wellbeing due to absolute poverty and the cost of living crisis is further compounding these challenges. We have applied all our of experience and expertise to develop our ambitious new strategies to help address these challenges. It lays out what we will do to reach more vulnerable children and young people through our services, in schools and villages and towns. We will achieve this by building on a strong relationship with already existing structures, our strong and dedicated workforce, our processes, our reputation and our income generating ability. Our ambition is big, but we believe in the passion and ability of everybody in the Action for Children and young people with their family. Our staff, volunteers, supporters or partners - to give more vulnerable children and young people a safe and happy childhood life. Our five Core values are underpinned by our commitment to put the much support on children, young people and their families at the heart of our work and to embed our diversity and inclusion strategy, on what we will do for children, young people and families in the community. Mission:         We protect and support Children, Young People and their Families in the Community. We do this by providing practical and Emotional care and support to bring lasting improvements to their lives.      Vision: Our vision is that every child, young people and families have a safe and happy life and the foundations they need to thrive.   CORE VALUES Integrity Transformation Empowerment Respect Creativity 5.1   Agriculture Food and Nutrition Security. 5.2   Climate justice and Change  5.3   Sexual and reproductive Health Rights 5.4   Environmental waste management and ecosystem 5.5   Promoting quality education -supporting vulnerable children in schools with various school resources eg uniform, fees, and organizing school talents competitions 5.6   Improving livelihoods and leadership of Men and women through micro finance groups in the community for more information call +265 9999033174 /+265 884182130 or email : laddersofsuccess48@gmail.com

Exciting news in the world of education and humanitarian aid! The LEGO Foundation has just donated a massive $10 million to Grand Challenges Canada. This generous funding kick-starts an important project called "Inclusive Learning in Crisis Settings", which aims to help young children learn and grow even in the hardest situations, like in areas hit by war or natural disasters. This initiative is a big deal because it focuses on helping the millions of children who are living in places where life is really tough due to conflicts or the effects of climate change. By bringing together the expertise and programs of Grand Challenges Canada, this project will create new ways to educate and support children in countries like Lebanon, Jordan, Kenya, and Uganda, where many kids and their families have had to leave their homes. This isn't just about giving money; it's about giving hope and making a real difference in the lives of children who need it most. To learn more about how this project is changing lives, check out Grand Challenges Canada. Let's spread the word and support efforts to make sure all children have the chance to learn and thrive, no matter where they are. #InclusiveLearning #HumanitarianAid #ChildDevelopment #GrandChallenge 📚💡 https://lnkd.in/eg8krWK2

Two Sides of the Same Coin: Bridging Youth and Community Development   What prompted Vonage Enterprises to take the route to champion Youth and Community Development as a unit?   In the realm of societal progress, Vonage Enterprises firmly advocates that Youth and Community Development are not disparate paths but integral aspects of a shared journey.   Here's why we champion both with unwavering dedication:   1. Interconnected Destiny: Youth and community development are inherently intertwined, representing the dual facets of a society's growth. The flourishing of one hinges upon the prosperity of the other.   2. Communities: Our commitment is grounded in the belief that nurturing empowered youth is the cornerstone for building resilient and thriving communities. In one of my experiences whilst working for the City of Johannesburg we encountered a situation whereby, issues of the youth couldn’t be included in the final ward-based IDP document due to the failure of the youth to register their inputs during ward-based IDP meetings. This happened whilst I was working for the city. We’ll delve into details on this issue and others in our future postings.   3. Extending Wisdom Through Proverbs: Drawing inspiration from the African proverb "It takes a village to raise a child," we have since expanded this truth to declare: "It takes a child (youth) to uplift or positively change a village." We believe that every youth should contribute in one way or another to the upliftment of communities they find themselves. 4. Experience and the Know-how: We have the expertise and knowledge to address youth and community development as a unit. Separating one from the other defeats the purpose of creating a prosperous society.   5. Township and Rural Mass Exodus: Acknowledging the prevalent issue of youth mass exodus from townships and rural areas post-professional or business attainment, we firmly believe that our integrated approach to youth and community development could play a significant role in ensuring the “umbilical cord” remains intact.   6. Youth as Catalysts for Collective Transformation: We recognise the youth as not only individuals but as catalysts capable of driving positive transformation within their communities.   Mission: Our mission is to bridge the perceived gap between youth and community development, forging a symbiotic relationship that propels both towards collective growth.   Vision: We envision a future where empowered youth drive positive change within communities, leading to a united and prosperous society. In Conclusion: We have adopted a holistic perspective as Vonage to ensure that youth and community development issues are integrated for a harmonious and prosperous societal aspiration.   Join Us on this Unified Journey: Embrace the interconnectedness of youth and community development with us. Together, we can shape a future where both flourish harmoniously.   #UnifiedProgress #BridgingTogether #DevelopmentTogether

An excellent article drawing the clear link between engaged young people and long-term economic growth from Lord Blunkett and Harris Bokhari OBE. I know I'm biased as a Board member of NCS - National Citizen Service Trust, but it really is vital that we have cross-party consensus on the importance of investment in young people which will support so many vital policy changes essential for a thriving economy and society.

Grant Opportunity💰Enabling Accessibility Fund - Small Projects Component Emploi et Développement social Canada (EDSC) / Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is offering a funding opportunity aimed at making communities and workplaces across Canada more accessible for persons with disabilities. This initiative supports projects designed to create more opportunities for persons with disabilities to participate in community activities, programs, and services, and to access employment. By fostering inclusivity, this funding will help build a more accessible and equitable society for everyone. Funding Details: • Amount: Up to $125,000 • Project Length: 2 years • Eligibility: Not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous organizations, municipal and territorial governments 📅Deadline to Apply: July 23rd, 2024 Learn more and apply now to make a difference: https://ow.ly/f9Nq50ShYrH #Accessibility #Inclusivity #Grant #Funding #CommunityDevelopment

Dear Colleagues, Good Day: You will be glad to know that the Global Fund for Children (GFC) has launched the Addressing Root Causes (ARC) initiative to address the root causes of exploitation, especially those that affect children and youth in South Asia. The grassroots civil society organizations (CSOs) in this initiative are tackling complex and multifaceted issues including intergenerational poverty; harmful social and cultural norms; gender inequality; restricted access to education; and a lack of positive employment opportunities. In addition to addressing the root causes of exploitation, they are increasing the capacity of youth and communities to lead local interventions that reduce harm, as well as promoting children’s rights and empowerment. They are thrilled to be working in partnership with six organizations across Bangladesh that are applying a community-led lens to their work. They are now seeking to expand the cohort of partners in India and Nepal that are committed to community-led change for children and youth in their countries. The organizations they select will already be carrying out intersectional and holistic activities focused on child and youth wellbeing. This is a five-year initiative, with long-term grants that are renewable over the project period. Through flexible funding, partnership building, leadership training, and facilitated spaces, GFC will expand its regional network of organizations that play an active role in the reduction of exploitation and harm and in the promotion of rights and empowerment. They will support partners through a cohort-based approach that promotes learning and centers community participation and youth leadership. GFC is providing these partner organizations with long-term flexible funding, alongside a wide range of capacity development services including partnership building and leadership training. Ineligible Funding They are not able to support: Local offices, affiliates, or projects of large INGOs, governments, or intergovernmental organizations Efforts to support or oppose candidates for public office Evangelism or proselytizing, or programs that require adherence to or conversion to religious doctrine Organizations that, in policy or in practice, discriminate on the basis of race, Have local nonprofit or charitable status and can accept international funds or have a fiscal sponsor that can. Protect children and youth with a safeguarding policy or agree to implement one. For more information, kindly visit: https://lnkd.in/gAaYJakZ Last date of Application: 30 April 2024 Warm regards & Best Wishes, More information for making proposal and follow up and consaltency service pl contact below mention no no call whatsup msg r mail only Regards Sharanappa Barsi CEO Sharanappa Barsi Sadhana Raichur Karnataka sadhanasindhanur@gmail.com 9886345310

#communityservices #carereform #redirectingresources #rethinkingapproach I recently opined (in the article below) that, for care reform to work, or rather for a sustainable care reform, we must ensure that all the #pushfactors in terms of basic community services are available for families. I bumped into https://lnkd.in/dJFmd455 Faye, Co-Founder & President, GiveDirectly, who explains better than I have ever heard how to redirect resources directly from the donor to the recipient to reduce waste through several bureaucratic procedures. In the #Givedirectly decade-old experiment #faye opines that, putting cash in the hands of the poor is giving them power to come out of poverty. He also articulates how eliminating middle-men recipients saves a lot of resources to serve more families who are best placed to find solutions to their problems as opposed to the solutions thought-out and imposed on them by NGOs. This resonates exactly with my article that, instead of development partners spending the scarce resources they have on training CCIs' managers to redirect resources, they should rather go directly to the communities, improve the community services identified as push factors and ultimately, families will start recalling their children back from CCIs, as well as no new families will consider sending their children to CCIs for lack of basic needs!

What does Budget 2024 mean for young people and youth services? In Budget 2024 we called for a total package of €264m to address challenges facing young people including the cost-of-living crisis, accommodation shortages, youth homelessness and the need for increased youth work supports. While we welcomed some of the measures to support young people with the cost-of-living crisis announced in Budget 2024, more supports are needed, especially for young workers, those out of work and youth work organisations. Ultimately, this budget was a missed opportunity to support essential youth services and young people most in need.   You can read our complete analysis of what Budget 2024 means for young people and youth work in the NYCI Budget 2024 Round-up: 👉 https://lnkd.in/dEW_3Gu3