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✨ Second Chances Matter: Intentional Support in Juvenile Justice ✨ In the realm of Juvenile Justice, the concept of second chances is not just an act of kindness—it’s a meaningful and intentional effort to reshape futures. Creating systems that offer a future orientation for our youth enables them to envision and live a life filled with purpose and potential. When we provide these opportunities, we are committing to a journey of not judging, but leading. We guide our youth towards paths of growth, understanding, and contribution to society. This is our reasonable service—to extend our hands, open our minds, and foster environments where young individuals can thrive. Let’s champion the cause of second chances, recognizing that every young person deserves the opportunity to rewrite their story. Together, we can build a society that believes in redemption and the power of purposeful living. 🌟 #JuvenileJustice #SecondChances #YouthEmpowerment #Leadership #FutureOrientation #PurposefulLiving #CommunitySupport

A big thank you to Lionel Idan, Sharon Grant & Clive Newsome from the CPS for the insightful conversation on Disproportionality in relation to the lived experiences of young people and the Criminal Justice space. As an advocate for communities, I am well-versed in the context surrounding those most impacted by this issue, viewing it through the Class and Race lens. From disparities in Health, Housing, Education, Employment, and Immigration from birth, these individuals face challenges long before encountering law enforcement or the judicial system. Acknowledging how these factors influence outcomes is crucial. Effective leadership involves fostering professional curiosity about others' lives, understanding how policies affect them, and avoiding group-think to challenge affinity biases. Communities recognize their lack of opportunities and the reluctance to share power, driving them to seek change in their own ways. When we say we want to change the narrative for young people, support them in actualization, what are we willing to sacrifice for that to become a reality? #SeeYouAtWork

Are you looking to learn more about the roots of social justice and DEI work? Through the medium of art and nature, NYU Silver School of Social Work engaged in the Grounded To Grow program that included community conversatios with the DEI team, Ashley Du, LMSW and Fatima Camara about programming through the ACTT pillars, the GRACE framework, and the Social Work Code of Ethics. We are preparing the next generation of DEI professionals, Social Workers. The resources provided help us stay grounded and support community care. What keeps you grounded? What do you need to grow?

It’s that time again! We’re on to another round of this incredibly special offering! The first cohort was life-changing. We laughed, cried, learned, and challenged one another, all while building community. So we're running it back and the application is now open! This series is for any BIPOC or PGM person who has an interest in participating in and facilitating affinity groups. This series is for those of you working and organizing in communities and institutions to dismantle racism and oppression. This series is for those of you working within the realm of social justice. This series is for any BIPOC or PGM person who wants to dive deep, build community, and learn invaluable facilitation skills. In this virtual series, we will: >> Build relationships with each other as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. >> Share a framework to deepen your understanding of the racial hierarchy and how it has impacted Black, Indigenous, and People of Color differently. >> Define and share common manifestations of internalized racial oppression and how it impacts BIPOC affinity group dynamics. >> Define anti-Blackness and develop skills to interrupt and address it. >> Share rituals, practices, and sample agendas for affinity groups. >> Practice and build new facilitation skills to support you in leading BIPOC affinity groups. Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/ghMB3M4d! We can’t wait to see you there! ID in comments.

It’s that time again! We’re on to another round of this incredibly special offering! The first cohort was life-changing. We laughed, cried, learned, and challenged one another, all while building community. So we're running it back and the application is now open! This series is for any BIPOC or PGM person who has an interest in participating in and facilitating affinity groups. This series is for those of you working and organizing in communities and institutions to dismantle racism and oppression. This series is for those of you working within the realm of social justice. This series is for any BIPOC or PGM person who wants to dive deep, build community, and learn invaluable facilitation skills. In this virtual series, we will: >> Build relationships with each other as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. >> Share a framework to deepen your understanding of the racial hierarchy and how it has impacted Black, Indigenous, and People of Color differently. >> Define and share common manifestations of internalized racial oppression and how it impacts BIPOC affinity group dynamics. >> Define anti-Blackness and develop skills to interrupt and address it. >> Share rituals, practices, and sample agendas for affinity groups. >> Practice and build new facilitation skills to support you in leading BIPOC affinity groups. Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/ghhNPGJ8! We can't wait to see you there! ID in comments.

✊🏽Register now for our October 16 webinar with the Zehr Institute for Restorative Justice. The topic is how we are turning Houston into a restorative city through intergenerational partnerships. I will be presenting alongside an RJ alum and two high school RJ practitioners. #RestorativeJustice #intergenerationalPartnerships #Generational #Circles #TransformativeJustice #Youth #YouthLeadership

After facing difficulties balancing her career and parenthood, Verena Hefti MBE FRSA, set up Leaders Plus, an organisation designed to help parents flourish in a system not initially set up for them. ➡ Read her full story here: https://lnkd.in/d59DuU9S #RoleModel #WorkingParents #CareerProgression #ParentingAdvocacy

All kids in NC have the constitutional right to a sound, basic education. So why are our public schools underfunded? A strong public education system benefits all of us — students, of course, but also parents and caregivers, who know firsthand that thriving kids help families thrive; teachers and principals, who can do their jobs better when they have the resources they need to help all kids learn; custodians, school resource officers, cafeteria workers, bus drivers and all who help make sure kids are safe and healthy; business leaders who want to attract employees to the state; and more. The fact is, a good education for all children is not only an investment in the future of individuals but also a cornerstone for building a just, prosperous and sustainable NC. If you want to learn more, join this conversation for important context on public school funding — and how we can work together to ensure our kids get what they need for the benefit of ALL of us: #iamleandro

Through learning that teaches honest history, introduces servant leadership (an approach that focuses on leadership in service of the community) and eases entry into the movement for justice, Youth Learning for Justice aims to help young people realize their power to shape the future. This Youth Justice Action Month, commit with us to work toward transforming harmful systems and creating more supportive communities in which all young people can thrive. Learn more: lfj.pub/youth-lfj #education, #socialjustice, #parenting

CREATING EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES Empowering intellectually disabled individuals to advocate for themselves is a powerful way to promote their rights and inclusion. This means facilitating the creation of groups where intellectually disabled people can come together, share their experiences, and advocate for their rights. It follows that providing training in leadership, public speaking, and confidence building is important. Learn more: www.sunfieldhome.co.za #EmpowerIntellectualDisabilities #InclusionMatters #SelfAdvocacy #LeadershipTraining #PublicSpeakingSkills #ConfidenceBuilding #CommunitySupport #RightsForAll