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Civil society organizations (CSOs) bridge the gap between communities and the systems that govern them. To be effective, they must deeply understand the communities they serve, the issues impacting them, and how to facilitate effective communication with governance systems. However, opportunities to learn these skills are scarce. Drawing from our 8-year engagement with various CSOs in East Africa, Krittika Gorur and Salim Kombo share valuable tips and insights on the importance of bringing everyone to the table: https://lnkd.in/dTA28EBg #CSOs #civilsociety #advocacy

What do you bring to the table?.. . . 🎯Day 3: Shed light on professional journey, skills and talent. Many a time, in job interviews, relationships and business deals, I’ve heard people ask this question a lot. I decided to share through what I’m passionate about so you get to know me more on this journey. 📝Professional- I have experience in the requisite clinical skills and knowledge in managing conditions related to; -child health -obstetric(pregnant women) & gynecological ailments -surgery and requiring surgical intervention. 📝Public Speaking: - I have had the opportunity of speaking to myriad of people-children, youth, adults on topics of Health, Relationship, Mental Health, Youth Empowerment, Leadership & Spiritual growth. 📝Health Advocacy: -health outreaches to remote and urban areas to make healthcare more accessible -health education to churches, community and participating in health campaigns 📝Leadership: - 7 years experience in leadership that have driven impactful change in the church,school, student groups and project led intervention. -Training sessions on leadership for student groups and amongst the youth. 📝Skills: -Creativity and Innovation skills -Good Time Management skills -Graphic Design Skills - Team player and Team Lead skills -Volunteerism and Teachability 📝 Impactful Change: A couple of impactful change I have driven include: 📍Children -Partaking in the organization of outreaches : -orphanages - children with disability and -needy but brilliant children 📍Women -Projects that advocated for women presence in the leadership of students council. 📍Fundraising -Partaking in the Organization of fundraising concert. -Raising funds to pay for investigations and labs for sick children who could not afford it. 📍SDG campaigns - Partaking in Campaigns that advocated for SDGS such as Clean Ghana and Recycling. 📍Faith Leading a community of believers that are committed to knowing God through the Word. I believe everyone has that table that can make the world a better place. Have you found your table yet? Or you are on your road to discovery? Seeing my post for the first time?, I am Dr Vanessa Abokoma Quaye , I help you access the right information about health and inspire you to be the transformational leader you want to be. #Letsconnect. #consistencychallengewithDrLinkedIn #day3 #linkedingrowth #ladydoctor #talent #skills

In the UK, the decision to become an #OrganDonor is a profound one, and family conversations play a crucial role in this process🤝 ⠀ By talking about it, you're not only raising awareness but also preparing your loved ones to make informed decisions. These conversations can be life-changing, fostering a culture of generosity and care within families and across communities.🤗 - Download our family discussion guide on #OrganDonation!👇 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ev7YBBsW ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #equalitycounciluk #nhsorgandonation #nhsbt #organdonationuk #familyconversations #organdonationawareness #ukorgandonors #familyhealthtalks #organdonationdiscussion #organdonationguide

Check out this powerful blog by Tiffany Sickler, PhD, Executive Director of Koinonia Family Services, for #CAPMonth. Let's advocate for children in need! Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gEbVgEbf

Check out this powerful blog by Tiffany Sickler, PhD, Executive Director of Koinonia Family Services for #CAPMonth2024. Let's advocate for children in need! Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gEbVgEbf

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MRN are reaching out to invite values-led grassroots organisations, community groups, activists and individuals with lived experience of migration to engage with and join the Network. If you would be interested in building a relationship with MRN and getting involved in our work - such as shaping events, workshops and blogs, engaging in joint power-building practise, narrative change work and advocacy, co-creating a campaign, learning opportunities, telling your story or organising your community - then please contact Toby Nicholas, the Community and Capacity Building Manager, at t.nicholas@migrantsrights.org.uk. We are also surveying communities to find out more about what issues grassroots groups, individuals and larger organisations are facing, as well as capacity gaps. There are 2 surveys, one for individuals with lived experience of migration and one for representatives of organisations. Click here to find out more: https://buff.ly/3AqgUme Please note: surveys are specifically aimed at London-based organisations/groups/individuals. #NarrativeChange #Community #MigrantJustice

Catherine Hernandez's novel, "Scarborough," provides a stark depiction of community resilience amid systemic adversity. Set in the Kingston/Galloway neighbourhood in east Toronto (City of Toronto) ,this book reminds us about the vital role of a local community centre that strives to support vulnerable families from marginalized communities. Hernandez highlights the vulnerability of support systems due to shifting governmental priorities, affecting workers and the community. The narrative, which also received acclaim as a film at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival Group (TIFF), focuses on three children growing up with the odds stacked against them. To elaborate, it focuses on the coming-of-age of three young children living in a low-income neighbourhood and how they form bonds in a community centre despite the hardships they and their families face. It showcases how community centers can be crucial safe havens that foster bonds and support amidst hardship. A particularly moving episode involves the struggle of an Indigenous mother, Marie, to obtain an autism diagnosis for her son, Johnny. The scene reveals systemic barriers preventing access to care for marginalized families, calling for greater empathy and action in healthcare and social services. “Scarborough" serves as a powerful call to professionals to advocate for policies that strengthen community support structures and ensure equitable service access. This story is more than a tribute to community center workers; it's a prompt for ongoing dialogue about inclusivity and the creation of resilient communities in the face of institutional challenges. ‘Scarborough' is more than a story; it's a call to action. Let's commit to fostering empathy, and enhancing community support systems. Learn more by reading our newsletter through this link: https://lnkd.in/gkSF6BdZ #BIPOC #POC #bipoccontentcreators #spinningforward #microinfluencers #smallcontentcreators #toronto #canadianhealthcare #indigenous #torontonovel #tiff #torontointernationalfilfestival #scarborough

Community associations are wonderfully amazing places to own a home! According to the Foundation for Community Association Research, community associations are an overwhelmingly popular form of housing for many Americans. At the same time, community associations, governed by volunteer board members and managed by professional managers, face challenging conversations related to financial stability, transparency, funding, insurance coverage and more. These conversations can be challenging and having a framework to structure these conversations that give everyone an opportunity to share their point of view for consideration in the overall conversation. Check out my blog post about Civility and community associations. #WeAreCAI #Civility #BetterTogether