Juneteenth marks the anniversary of the second Independence Day achieved in the United States. It is a day in which we honor the tireless efforts of abolitionists and activists who made it their mission to deliver the promise of freedom to all Americans. It is also a reminder that while our predecessors have made great progress, there is still much to be done to reach full liberation for historically marginalized peoples in this country. Here are some ways to honor Juneteenth: 🔸Learn more about the history and significance of Juneteenth 🔸Ensure that you are registered to vote and take a pledge to vote in the next election. 🔸Attend a local celebration 🔸Support Black-owned businesses 🔸Donate to and support organizations focused on civic engagement Remember, while Juneteenth is an important day in our history, it is more than just a moment: it is an everyday celebration. Let’s make it count! #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #DemocracyPrep
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Not all of us want to speak up and out about injustice Doing it with others can make it more possible, manageable, powerful But imagine not having the right to Or being punished when we do Welcome to the new normal that is being deliberately created (didn't not exist before; just another level now) Time to speak up and out about our right to speak up and out? Here's a piece about the playbook/what's going on in the US and how some parts of philanthropy are engaging from the always on point Rajasvini B. - relevant and replicable in other contexts?
MUST READ: In an urgent op-ed for Inside Philanthropy, Solidaire Executive Director Rajasvini Bhansali calls on funders to actively defend our rights to free speech and assembly. With over 300 anti-protest laws since 2017 and unprecedented attacks on movements, nonprofits, and higher education, funders can no longer remain bystanders. Read this powerful op-ed to understand why – and how – philanthropy can act now to safeguard our democracy: https://buff.ly/3XOJR4S #Philanthropy #FreeSpeech #CivilLiberties #HumanRights #ProtestRights #Funders #Democracy
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Happy Day of the Girl! We’re celebrating by announcing our report, “Power in Our Truths”: Girls and Gender-Expansive Young People of Color Envisioning Futures Free From Police Violence! In this brief we highlight findings from our survey which explored girls and gender-expansive young folks of color’s feelings about police and police violence. We also offer insights into their ideas for how decision-makers can address police violence and advance safety in their communities. Amid pervasive distrust in police, girls and gender-expansive young people of color proposed actions and systemic solutions through opened ended responses toward advancing justice and safety within their communities. Across responses, what remained evident was their desire for their voices and visions of justice to be centered in efforts to address police brutality. Stay tuned for the release of the report to learn many more first hand insights! #Organizers #Activism #Equity #Empowerment #Galvanize #YouthLead #PolicyandSystemsChange #NonProfit #Justiceandjoy #policebrutalityawareness #policebrutality
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Democracy is the bedrock upon which all else stands or falls. Now is the time for foundations and other funders to reinforce our dedication to its advancement. Civic engagement is the antidote to polarization, and philanthropy, its catalyst. Read more in my latest piece in the The Chronicle of Philanthropy: https://lnkd.in/eAethHvR
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📢 As we mark the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, it's crucial to reflect on the complexities of the Civil Rights Movement and its relevance today. Activists have tirelessly fought for justice, often in the face of adversity. The movement's power doesn't just lie in famous speeches and protests but in the countless local acts of resistance and organizing that shaped history. However, the question arises: are funders doing enough to support these grassroots movements for change? While some philanthropic organizations have stepped up, many remain hesitant, overlooking the urgency of now. Grassroots movements still struggle to access the resources they deserve, hindering their vital work. To truly effect change, funders must become bolder and abandon outdated notions of protest as divisive. The choice to embrace the nuance and power of protest movements remains. It's time for funders to recognize the fierce urgency of now and support those who work tirelessly for justice. Read our recent blog https://lnkd.in/dnWQCJfU to continue this vital conversation and drive meaningful change. 💪✨ 📢 #Philanthropy #CivilRights #SocialJustice #MarchOnWashington Ben Barge
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I love seeing perspectives like this because it brings a dose of reality to many of the struggles and movements in the current day; concerning their relationships to the struggles of the past. The “divisiveness” brought about by calls for equality is no more divisive than the major upheavals of the civil rights movement nearly 60 years ago. Progress will always cause controversy, but leaders must examine pushback by the quality of the arguments being made, especially at a time when many of these arguments miss the point or are made in bad faith. Equality is a long-term project that benefits from both incremental progress and broader leaps forward. The bare minimum organizations can do is to take a clear stance. #Nonprofit #BlackLeadership #Justice
Progress Is Won by Pursuing Justice, Not Waiting Patiently in Line
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Youth and adult criminal justice is a local issue. That’s why funding hyperlocal organizations – and organizations led by those who have been most impacted by the justice system – makes good sense. Learn more about the impact of Give Local at http://givelocal.us #givelocal #justicereform #criminaljusticereform #youthjusticereform #fip #philanthropy #givingtuesday
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Youth and adult criminal justice is a local issue. That’s why funding hyperlocal organizations – and organizations led by those who have been most impacted by the justice system – makes good sense. Learn more about the impact of Give Local at http://givelocal.us #givelocal #justicereform #criminaljusticereform #youthjusticereform #fip #philanthropy #givingtuesday
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Mic Drop 🎤 | TGNC communities are calling upon #philanthropy to resource more trans justice groups, provide more multi-year unrestricted and no strings attached #funding, shift from complex application processes, and #trust trans leadership and creativity. Center the voices, insights, experiences and needs of trans communities in your grantmaking and resource redistribution decision-making, especially this election year in which we are battling for our democracy and every current freedom and liberty is at stake. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gfxqmi4h
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Read this! We can actually strengthen our base by taking these insights seriously in our organizing and analysis. Also, what a dynamic duo!
Thrilled to share my new Chronicle of Philanthropy article with Rahna Epting of MoveOn on defending democracy and confronting #WhiteChristianNationalism https://lnkd.in/eSbEQDNY
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Mic Drop 🎤 | TGNC communities are calling upon #philanthropy to resource more trans justice groups, provide more multi-year unrestricted and no strings attached #funding, shift from complex application processes, and #trust trans leadership and creativity. Center the voices, insights, experiences and needs of trans communities in your grantmaking and resource redistribution decision-making, especially this election year in which we are battling for our democracy and every current freedom and liberty is at stake. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gfxqmi4h
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