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💓 I'm grateful for Yodit Mesfin Johnson's leadership in this space. Please consider applying for NEW (Nonprofit Enterprise at Work)'s Champions of Change cohort. Through this experience, you’ll: -Deepen your understanding and skills for advancing social and racial justice, equity and inclusion. -Enhance your emotional skills and practices of courage, resilience and compassion to sustain justice work. -Honor the wisdom and experiences of the CFC community by uplifting their knowledge and expertise. -Strengthen your relationships with other justice-focused leaders across SE Michigan. -Identify and upend unjust policies, practices and procedures within your spheres of influence. -Create the conditions for more BIPOC leaders to grow in their leadership across sectors and industries in SE Michigan. Key information about the program schedule and cost can be found on NEW's website. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eTVTA2K9 📅 Deadline to apply is September 9

NEW (Nonprofit Enterprise at Work) is doing great things in SE Michigan! Applications for the 2024-25 cohort of "Champions for Change" are now open. In Champions for Change, leaders from across the social sector in SE Michigan can grow in their abilities to lead from their values. Champions will uncover the implicit and explicit ways race has impacted their lived-experiences. They'll practice dialogue across diverse aspects of identity. And they'll conspire with others to spur change towards racial co-liberation.

Our journey began with a vision: to turn a challenge into triumph. Join us as we uplift our community through economic development and job creation. It's happening, but there's a lot more to do. You can help. Learn how: https://lnkd.in/gEwxxy8M

📣 Application Alert from our friends at NEW (Nonprofit Enterprise at Work). #grantpartner NEW's Champions for Change: "Leaders from across the social sector can grow in their abilities to lead from their values. Champions will uncover the implicit and explicit ways race has impacted their lived experiences. They'll practice dialogue across diverse aspects of identity. And they'll conspire with others to spur change towards racial co-liberation." "Champions for Change commit to a nine-month-long intensive leadership development program. Champions meet every two to three weeks in seven-hour sessions. Most sessions will take place in-person in Washtenaw County, however the program is open to leaders from across SE Michigan. Each session emphasizes building relationships, sharing stories, practicing deep listening, and skill-building. (We also make time to play and share meals together!)." Through this experience, leaders will: 📌 Deepen their understanding and skills for advancing social and racial justice, equity and inclusion. 📌 Enhance their emotional skills and practices of courage, resilience and compassion to sustain justice work. 📌 Honor the wisdom and experiences of the CFC community by uplifting their knowledge and expertise. 📌 Strengthen their relationships with other justice-focused leaders across SE Michigan. 📌 Identify and upend unjust policies, practices and procedures within their spheres of influence. 📌 Create the conditions for more BIPOC leaders to grow in their leadership across sectors and industries in SE Michigan. Learn more and apply by 9/9/24: https://lnkd.in/eC82ZCEs

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🌍 How does solidarity connect to community impact? What is community, what is impact, and what does community impact really mean? 🤔 As a keynote speaker, I have had the opportunity to address these questions and present the work that our teams have been doing since 2018 to explore these concepts within the European youth field. 🇪🇺 A special shoutout to Alexandra Severino and Susie Nicodemi for their passion and the many evenings of work we have shared. 🤩 An additional shoutout to the SALTO European Solidarity Corps, which is committed to taking the topic of community impact seriously in its practices and into the future. 🚀 #EUSolidarityCorps

the pilot project to be launched soon

Attention educators, parents, and advocates! Let’s weave together the threads of community engagement and financial empowerment. Visit Jackie Ferrado, the Associate Director for Community Engagement at the WA529 table. WA529 is on a mission to empower Washington families by helping them save for educational expenses. Imagine a future where every student has access to higher education without the burden of excessive debt. That’s the vision we’re working toward. Just as Barbara Hunter emphasizes community engagement to bridge divides, Jackie Ferrado’s work echoes this sentiment. She empowers families to take control of their financial futures. Let’s rally around the idea that every child deserves a shot at higher education. WA529’s programs—GET and DreamAhead—provide flexible options for families to save. Whether it’s a traditional college or a trade school, we’re here to support students’ dreams. Swing by the conference, connect with fellow educators, and explore how community engagement and financial planning intersect. Let’s build bridges, break barriers, and pave the way for a brighter educational future. #WA529 #CommunityEngagement #HigherEducationSavings

In life, in business, in community service - so true. https://lnkd.in/eMfsfitm

Becoming a citizen turned Denis' dreams into real possibilities. Now he can support his family, community, and even begin to start a family of his own. Citizenship is more than belonging to a country—it’s about actively shaping the well-being of our society and making a difference in the lives of others. When we work together, we can all create a better future for unaccompanied children to become citizens and dream big! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4d8Cx8r #citizenshipday