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Module 6 of Boundless Leaders Fellowship, held on the 8th and 9th of June 2024, featured five facilitators covering five different topics. The first session, led by Ayodele Ataba, focused on HEFORSHE: Advocacy for the Male Child. It was emphasized that both males and females have equal rights. We need to balance advocacy, protect them, and ensure honesty while raising the young ones. The second session, facilitated by Folashade Aransiola, addressed Domestic Violence and Intimate Partner Violence Advocacy. She highlighted that violence can affect any gender and come in various forms. I learned to recognize the signs of abuse. She advised increasing community awareness, educating the public, supporting survivors, and holding perpetrators accountable. John Affaidzi Appiah led the third session on understanding and navigating fear as young leaders. I learned that fear is a normal response to uncertainty. To navigate fear, we should enhance vulnerability, develop a learning mindset, approach decision-making with boldness, inspire followers through effective communication, and take feedback from those we lead. The fourth session, facilitated by Bashirat Abdulganiyu Abdulganiyyu, focused on the health implications and complications of GBV. She shared insightful experiences from patients in various health departments. GBV can have physical and mental health implications, leading to long-term complications like chronic diseases and reproductive health issues. Solutions include medical intervention and mental health support. The final session, led by Taibat Hussain, discussed Breaking Gender Biases. She covered different forms of biases, including prejudice, stereotypes, discrimination, and microaggressions. Ways to challenge gender bias include self-awareness, education and training, and challenging stereotypes. She concluded the session with the powerful message: "When you see something, say something." I am very thankful to Beyond Boundaries Network for arranging this fellowship. It has significantly expanded my knowledge, and I am already using my new skills to positive effect. I am truly appreciative of the growth this opportunity has enabled!

The American Academy of Pediatrics’ (AAP) equity agenda outlines its commitment to becoming an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organization. This initiative underscores AAP's journey towards achieving justice and equity for all children through ambitious and urgent action aimed at driving sustained, transformative change. Central to this effort is the concept of Inclusive Leadership—a proactive approach that fosters an environment where every voice is heard and valued. Inclusive Leadership, as the cornerstone of AAP's strategy, is critical for “attaining optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.” It involves not only embracing diversity but also actively ensuring that diverse perspectives are integrated into decision-making processes and initiatives. This approach is essential for addressing systemic barriers and inequities that impact child health outcomes. On July 25th, I will present "Inclusive Leadership in Action: Fostering Intentional Inclusion for Lasting Impact" to AAP leaders during the leadership conference. Participants will explore the core principles and transformative potential of Inclusive Leadership. Through self-assessment exercises, we will identify opportunities for personal and organizational growth in fostering intentional inclusion. In breakout groups, participants will brainstorm actionable steps to apply Inclusive Leadership principles effectively, particularly focusing on engaging diverse stakeholders who have not traditionally been involved but are crucial to advancing AAP's equity agenda. The goal of this presentation is to equip AAP leaders with the understanding and tools needed to champion Inclusive Leadership within their roles. By doing so, they can play a pivotal role in influencing policies and practices that positively impact children everywhere, ensuring that no child is left behind in the pursuit of health and well-being. I am honored to be part of this conference sharing and learning about this critical topic. I hope to see some of you there! #InclusiveLeadership #Equity #CycleBreakers

As we celebrate International Women’s Day today, Dr. Laura Vogel-Schwartz encourages women to say yes to more leadership opportunities, even if they weren’t in your original plan. “You might do things you didn’t see yourself doing. And I think that’s actually important to remember as a woman, because we don't always do those things. It's important to be in those roles.” #InternationalWomensDay #WomensHistoryMonth #ExpectTheBest #EmergencyMedicine

As part of our continuous journey towards centering racial justice in our health equity work, today we kick off a new four-part series, "Equity in Action: How Awardee Leadership is Shaping Racial Justice at The #BUILDHealth Challenge." Through partnership with BUILD awardees over the last year, we sought to explore what racial justice work looks like for BUILD and how to support community collaboratives in their racial justice work. This four-part series will cover: 1) the learning process, 2) community-level learnings, 3) awardee recommendations, and 4) BUILD's commitment to racial equity and justice going forward. This learning series leans into the expertise of those best suited to inform our planning and decision-making - those doing the work every day. We are grateful and honored by the trust shown to us by our alumni, whose insights and ideas have shaped so much of our BUILD's future. Read Part 1 now: https://lnkd.in/gh7tiYQj

Myself and Maria Nasim will be speaking at CPC next week. Closing the gap: Achieving equity for pharmacy professionals with disabilities. This is an important topic which should be on everyone’s agenda. Hope to see you there! #CPC #leadership #pharmacy

Who is PHIMC and why do we post about so many things? As a leader in Illinois’ public health arena, PHIMC works to prevent HIV infections, support LGBTQ+ youth, train tomorrow's public health and healthcare leaders, support people struggling with substance use, ensure quality services to justice-involved individuals and families, improve school health in Chicago, and build healthy communities for all people in Illinois. PHIMC also creates organizational capacity by providing administrative and fiscal services to non-profits and large public and private bureaucracies. We partner with public health departments, schools, and other government agencies, community-based organizations and advocacy groups, academic and grant-making institutions, and healthcare providers and associations. Together, we reimagine and rebuild systems that impact how we live, work, and play as compassionate, affirming, and racially equitable, supporting health and well‐being for all people. If there are dollars burning a hole in your pocket this #GivingTuesday and you're not sure where to direct them, we have an idea for you: Give to us. Give to PHIMC. Contribute to lasting change in Illinois communities.

I hope you will consider casting vote for me in category 7 ! "You have been nominated as a finalist for the 2024 New Jersey Social Innovation Awards in COMMUNITY VOICE IMPACT: Novel strategies to promote community voice inclusion and belonging that influence program and or policy, with a focus on improving health equity for medically underserved populations at greatest risk for poor health category.    The 2024 New Jersey Social Innovations Awards celebrates New Jersey Social Innovators. These awards honor our region’s most passionate social innovators, entrepreneurs and changemakers whose work and social impact too often goes unacknowledged, yet their efforts are what makes our communities a thriving region of innovation and opportunity. The theme of the awards, “Achieving a More Just Society,” recognizes organic leadership who re-envision the challenges that communities face and who find innovative solutions to reshape communities. We need to recognize the social innovators who create change through innovative programs, policies, and by revolutionizing realities to bring us all forward to a more equitable and inclusive tomorrow -- today."    Click the following survey link to cast your vote – https://lnkd.in/eXETKFe4

When disabled employees voluntarily and confidentially self-identify their disability, organizations—and employees—can expect to see positive changes. Spearheaded by Eli Lilly and Company’s leadership, the “Count Me In, Your Differences Make a Difference” campaign increased the number of employees who chose to self-identify. Explore this effective initiative in EARN’s newest case study: https://lnkd.in/eU3ZsBSW #SelfIdentification #InclusiveHiring #HealthyWorkplaces

February is also Parent Leadership Month! Parents play an important leadership role both at home and in the community. Whether it's organizing events, leading committees, or advocating for positive change, parents play a crucial role in shaping the environment where our children grow and learn. Let us celebrate and encourage parental leadership! Together, we can build a stronger, more connected, and vibrant neighborhood for our families. Share your experiences, ideas, and stories of how parents in our community have made a difference in the comments! #PreventionIs #momlife #fatherhood #dad #mom #parenting #parentalresources #strongfamilies #preventchildabuse #BePrevention #IAmPrevention #ThrivingFamilies #StrengtheningFamilies #ParentLeadershipMonth #ParentLeadership #CommunityLeadership #ParentAdvocacy #ParentInvolvement #FamilySupport #ParentingTips

Empowering Voices: The Importance of Equity and Inclusion 📣 We're delighted to share the insights of Dr Toni Bewley (Toni B.), a passionate advocate for equity and inclusion. In her powerful post, "Empowering Voices: The Importance of Equity and Inclusion," Toni explores the significance of uplifting marginalised communities and creating a society where every individual can thrive. Toni is the Senior Teaching and Learning Fellowship Lead at Edge Hill University and is also providing consultancy and advice to our team at Cavalry. She is an experienced adult and children’s nurse with over 20 years of clinical expertise and extensive research and teaching experience, both nationally and internationally. Toni's heartfelt message also strikes a chord with the spirit of Neurodiversity Celebration Week, which aims to highlight the beauty and uniqueness of neurological differences like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia. However, it's important to recognise that our neurodivergent friends, family, and colleagues often face challenges in a world that caters primarily to neurotypical individuals. That's why Toni's call for equity and inclusion is so crucial, especially during this week of celebration and awareness. By emphasising the importance of co-production, open dialogue, and breaking down stereotypes, Toni's post offers valuable insights into how we can foster a more inclusive and equitable society for all. As we navigate the challenges of the post-COVID world, Toni's call to action is more important than ever. We must work together to provide targeted support and accommodations for every individual, ensuring that they ‘have a voice’ and can thrive in today's complex and ever-changing landscape. Read Toni's full post here: https://lnkd.in/efh8KRaE and join the conversation on how we can build a more inclusive world that embraces everyone and allows them to fulfil their potential. #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #EquityAndInclusion #EmpoweringVoices #CoProduction