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ℹ️ Board Diversity Progress and Challenges in the Museum Sector: per the Museum Board Leadership: A National Report 2024 1️⃣ Boards have shown meaningful progress in diversifying their ranks, yet there's ample room for improvement. In 2017, 46% of museum directors reported entirely white boards. This figure has decreased to 27% in the latest survey. 2️⃣ Both boards and directors acknowledge the importance of diversity and inclusion for board performance, a sentiment that has strengthened since 2017. Increased diversity across various demographics correlates with directors' assessments of enhanced organizational performance. 3️⃣ While many boards have discussed diversity and inclusion, concrete actions lag behind. Only 39% have adjusted recruitment strategies to attract diverse members, and merely 33% have modified policies for inclusivity. 4️⃣ Gender representation on boards shows relative parity, with a majority of directors being women. However, women predominantly lead smaller museums, with around three-quarters of those with revenues under $1 million being directed by women. 5️⃣ Boards have significant room for improvement in fundraising, outreach, advocacy, and government relations. Directors' average 'grades' for board performance in these areas range from C to D+, highlighting areas in dire need of enhancement. 6️⃣ Financial strain persists in the museum sector, with half reporting signs of distress. Over the past six months, half have experienced revenue loss or had to make tough decisions regarding personnel and programs. One-quarter have tapped into reserves or endowments to cover expenses. (https://lnkd.in/guAvRpSx) COWLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM (CCHSM) #nonprofit #museumlife

Black Women Empowered Incorporated “Arise, Black Woman! The glory of Thy Lord is upon Thee in Year 2024, and it is Thy turn to shine. Tarry not, Black Woman! Go straight to Black Women Empowered Business Directory https://buff.ly/47vn6nW, and get listed!” - Jacqueline King In 2011, Jacqueline King established Black Women Empowered Incorporated for the purpose of empowering women all over the world in the spheres of spirituality, economic enterprise, and the intellect. Today, BWE Inc. has grown into a behemoth, and with fully over 3 million followers across a multiplicity of platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and a host of others, is now arguably the largest social media-powered women empowerment platform in recorded history. In a remarkable revolutionary effort to usher in the New Year, Jacqueline King established the Black Women Empowered Business Directory. https://buff.ly/48DoaHT https://lnkd.in/ewVxaPUq Podcast at: https://lnkd.in/emXBnE8W WHY IT IS OF COMPELLING IMPORTANCE THAT YOU JOIN THE BWE BUSINESS DIRECTORY 1. Your online presence is increased by being listed in https://buff.ly/47vn6nW. Prospects consult BWE Business Directory when searching for products or services. That provides you with exceptional visibility. 2. Because BWE Business Directory caters to specificity in industry niche, you gain exposure to that targeted audience that is genuinely interested in the products and services you offer. 3. Because BWE Business Directory listing includes a link to your website, not only is there an improvement in your website Search Engine Optimization (SEO), but potential customers are also directed straight to your online presence, increasing traffic and potential conversions. 4. Being part of BWE Business Directory enhances your credibility. Customers will trust you. 5. No other marketing strategy is as cost-effective as a listing on BWE Business Directory. 6. Targeted exposure. 7. Incredible networking opportunities. #valuable #cost-effective #business #blackbusiness #christianwomenlevelup #blackwomenempowered Dr Yomi Garnett Ghostwriter | Biographer Official Ghostwriter ➕Book Editor Black Women Empowered Incorporated

Trust in Black Women Must be Daily and Decisive. Here’s how: -“Trust means making space for Black women to have the autonomy and latitude to achieve goals. -Trust also includes believing Black women’s understanding of the issues, accepting the solutions offered, and deeming those insights as credible and attributing those insights directly to us. -Trust is further demonstrated through right-sized resources to support the decision-making expected of leadership. -It also means that the knowledge of funders, board members, or even other leaders is not automatically assumed to be, or treated as, superior to Black women’s insights. -And it means that Black women are encouraged and reminded of what we can accomplish, even on days when we don’t believe in ourselves or feel like imposters. -Trust is support and resources provided based on Black women’s demonstrated potential, rather than waiting for the results of working twice as hard for half as much. -On any given day, there are countless trade-offs, tensions to balance, and difficult choices that must lead to decisions. Trust must include acknowledgment of these, and it must include space for Black women to do, to experiment, to make mistakes, and to pivot, without the automatic penalty of mistrust.” - Jennifer Swayne Njuguna, Esq. SHRM-SCP I highly recommend reading this article and the entire recent issue of Nonprofit Quarterly— “Stop Drowning Us & Stop Making Us Disappear.” What resources had you found supportive to co-create cultures of trust that support Black women? I'd love to hear your thoughts! #equity #inclusion #socialjustice #antiracism #trust #systemschange

📣 🏡 CALLING BLACK WOMEN IN REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT: For a focus group conversation 🏡 📣   🤝 In partnership with the Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation (FWCRC), Houston Community Land Trust (HCLT), Houston Land Bank - HLB, and Innovan Neighborhoods, LISC Houston is leading a collaborative planning effort to determine the key components necessary for the development of a successful capacity-building initiative for Black women developers in the Houston market. 🤝 This initiative is more than just a project; it's a movement. It's about empowering, uplifting, and amplifying the Black women who are shaping the future of real estate development. 🤝 Why? Because your voice, your experiences, and your insights are not just valuable; they're indispensable. As a Black woman trailblazing in this industry, your journey is unique, and we want to ensure that your path is paved with the resources and support you deserve. Your feedback will be the cornerstone in designing an initiative tailored to address your specific needs and challenges.   📣Let's create a future where your brilliance isn't just recognized; it's celebrated. 🌟 📍 December 12, 2023 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Location to be Shared Upon Approved Registration 🍽️ Lunch is on us! We believe in nourishing both minds and bodies. Limited spots are available, so secure your seat at this pivotal table by registering before 5 p.m. on Thursday, December 7, 2023. ✨ REGISTER NOW: https://lnkd.in/gTrSWkyh #BlackWomenInRealEstate #CapacityBuildingInitiative #EmpowermentThroughDevelopment #YourVoiceMatters #BuildingTogether #action

The Journey to finding my voice and increasing my visibility! Warning it's triggering if you can identify with some of the lived experiences shared but the insight is powerful to build confidence and courage to start your own journey to finding your voice and increasing your visibility. I joined Joyce O. on a 'Different Perspective' in collaboration with Frog Systems Limited. The conversation is fully loaded highlighting the paradox of being hyper visible yet invisible as a minority in the workplace and explores the issues that contributes to this phenomenon such as lack of representation, lack of role models, lack of mentor, lack of sponsors and how that affects self esteem and confidence which are foundational to success. These issues are complex and interconnected presenting major barriers to success and advancement in the workplace and in life. We must keep having these important conversations in order to raise awareness, help break barriers and level the playing field for success and advancement I am passionate about supporting young black women who are starting out their career journey to navigate this complex landscape. If my story has resonated with you please reach out, let's chat. https://lnkd.in/eMH4fre7 #representation #rolemodels #mentors #sponsors #voice #visibility

Finally a report that captures what I’ve been talking about in different circles for way too long. Why must we choose between advancing our career or preserving our health and sanity? “The report defines glass cliff as a phenomenon where “Black women are elevated into senior leadership roles with the expectation of addressing organizational deficiencies that their predecessors were unable to overcome without added support or resources” (5). This has led to the current trend of Black women leaving leadership roles across the public and private sectors, citing “unsupportive work environments, overwhelming workloads, and experiences of microaggressions … These leaders report “overwhelming exhaustion, chronic stress, and burnout as they navigate their roles” (6).

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The number one question I am asked when talking about Girl Scouts is, "what does girl scouts do?" The absolute worst thing I can do is limit that answer to "crafts & cookies." I know that in my head, I am working on the answer 1,000,000,000 different ways. And dumbfoundedly I answer, "well we learn what it means to be a Girl Scout and they do fun activities. They do a crafts and sell cookies! Often I'm tired, not on my game and I give that cliche answer, and just cringe. I literally can not stop my mouth. I back track and then ask: What does she wanna do? Go to Mars? Save the rainforest? Change the lives in her state and country? Build robots that fly, crawl, walk, run, or go underwater? Sell cookies? Make friends? Create unrelated family members? Open the door of opportunity for her and the girls of her troop? Be a better person than us, the "current" adults? Have her own TedTalk? It's a choose your own adventure in the realist sense of life. It's note softball, where they play the position coach says. They aren't judged by their attendance. The kids plug and play where they want and where they shine! For the adults, this is one of the only organizations you can play, experience, participate in WITH your kid rather than on the sideline. Want to join Girl Scouts? Want to Volunteer or have a Girl in mind? Please reach out. I would love to help!

The challenges that Black women leaders are facing are not due to a lack of knowledge about the issues. In fact, there is a plethora of information at our fingertips. So why are we still here? Why are we still having to fight so hard for our dignity? Why are we cloaked in power in the form of titles but with little else to show for it? 🥥 Check out this article by Nonprofit Quarterly on the reckonings needed to support Black women at all levels of leadership: https://lnkd.in/dbWi3yZA

We're not new to this, we're true to this. 👟🤎 We can admit we weren't the cool girls growing up, but we've always loved sneakers. They have been a catalyst for our creative expression and our unique way of building community through a common bond. This has set the state for CNK and SHOP CNK since free lunch. Last Thursday, we won the audience vote for the first round of the Black Girl Ventures Austin Pitch competition because our story resonated with so many. Creating the first Black woman-owned women's sneaker boutique in the US isn't easy and we KNOW we can't do this without all of YOU. Until May 30th, you can vote for SHOP CNK as the business to win the final $15,000 grand prize. HERE'S HOW YOU CAN HELP: 1️⃣ Tap the link and vote for us here: https://lnkd.in/e-WTnVaQ 2️⃣ Make sure when you register that you check your spam folder (just in case) 3️⃣ VOTE and share with all your peeps PLS! A donation of $5 counts as ONE vote. Note: Votes are only counted from one email + credit card. 🗣 SHOP CNK is so important to us and it was built on serving HER. We know and believe in what this retail concept can do. More representation, more opportunities, and more intentional strategy to lessen the gender pay gap in sneakers. 👟 Are you ready to be a part of sneaker history? With love and our flyest sneakers on, Channing Beumer and Cassidy Edwards