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We join Bass, Berry & Sims and all our member organizations in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Check out five facts about the significance and history of this month below:

Very grateful for the anti-racism resources that were brought to my attention through the recent AFP Canada Leadership Retreat. My involvement with AFP Edmonton & Area Chapter has been a wellspring of resources for learning and growing both professionally and as member of my community. In particular, I have appreciated the opportunity to engage with materials that help me confront the ways in which I uphold systems of oppression. Particularly towards black and Indigenous people living in Canada. Here are some tools I'd like to share that are free: Black Canadians: History, Presence, and Anti-Racist Futures as well as Historical, Systemic and Intersectional Antiracism: From Awareness to Action https://lnkd.in/gkJNBC76 These tools are important to me because: 1. They do not require the BIPOC people in your life to answer questions that are emotionally laborious for them. 2. They allow you a space to reflect on the ways you can do better, or behaviours that you need to start/stop. 3. They equip you with the language and facts to support the feelings that are sometimes difficult or uncomfortable to articulate when having conversations about racism. Please take a look and share any resources you have found to be helpful in your commitment to truthfulness and inclusive community building.

Heading into the first weekend of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Cass R. Cooper, MHR, is sharing some resources to aid you in being a more inclusive leader. Read her latest column for CRN: #AANHPIHM

During Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we want to recognize and celebrate the remarkable impact these communities have had on history, culture, and society! Dive into AANHPI Heritage Month, and learn more about the 2024 theme, “Advancing Leaders Through Collaboration,” here: https://hubs.li/Q02vLkSj0

I am elated to share that I was accepted into the Black Diplomats Academy as a cohort 4 fellow by Developing Young Leaders of Tomorrow, Today (DYLOTT). DYLOTT is a black youth-focused leadership incubator organization, geared towards changing the socio-economic outlook for marginalized communities. 📌 It is an utmost privilege to be selected as one of the 36 Black changemakers out of a competitive pool of 1000 + candidates ✨ 📌 With the BDA program, I am given the opportunity to meet and work with like-minded Black intellects across the globe who are equally passionate about diplomacy, global and public policies and socio economic issues faced by people of African Descent within the global realm. For the next 10 months, I will: ✅ Engage in meaningful discussions with global policy leaders ✅ Hone my diplomacy/advocacy skills ✅ Craft a research paper around global/public policies and socio economic issues, which will be presented at the Black Diplomacy Global Summit. ➕ much more! Moreover, I am mostly looking forward to being guided by the knowledge, expertise and exceptional leadership of Candies Kotchapaw Angelica J. and Danisha D.. It will definitely be an experience that I will forever cherish! In retrospect, being apart of this fellowship is truly a privilege and I am grateful for this opportunity! I look forward to challenging myself as well as delving into the realm of diplomacy, so that I can make meaningful changes within my community 🙌🏾. #Diplomacy #UNSDGS #GlobalPolicy #Blackempowerment

“When you look in the mirror, you’d better love what you see!” This Emmy acceptance speech speech by Sheryl Lee Ralph and the one by Niecy Nash are powerful reminders as women, we need to put self-love and acceptance on a recurring loop throughout our days. Practice it. Absorb it. Repeat. As a leader, and one who is the first female executive at my company, it’s not always easy to navigate the male dominated establishment, but remember you’re there for a reason, your contribution is valuable and it’s okay to push for what you want, when it’s backed by evidence and experience. https://lnkd.in/gAG2gC72

Celebrated each May, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month honors the rich cultural heritage, contributions, and achievements of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in the United States. This month recognizes the diverse cultures, traditions, and histories of the AANHPI community, highlighting their significant impact on the nation's development and progress. It is a time to reflect on the unique challenges faced by AANHPI individuals and to celebrate their resilience, creativity, and accomplishments across various fields. This year's theme is Advancing Leaders Through Innovation, paying "homage to the visionaries and trailblazers who have shaped our AANHPI history and continue to influence our collective future... AANHPI leaders have made lasting contributions to our nation’s economic prosperity, technological advancements, and social/political change through their ingenuity and creativity while navigating significant cultural and systemic barriers." –Federal Asian Pacific American Council

Join EquiLead's live discussion on The Role of Allyship: Towards Inclusive Leadership’ happening now on LinkedIn. Delve into personal journeys and explore the vital role of allyship in fostering gender-intentional and equitable workplaces. #LeadWithEquity #Allyship #InspireInclusion #WomenLeadership #IWD2024

We made a #bold #move this week. This move is motivated by: 🚀 Our belief that expanding our network by including #influential #male #leaders will provide women members with richer expert networking opportunities, facilitating greater access to opportunity, collaboration, and learning. 🚀 Our desire to #hone #in #on #diversity more broadly, to include diversity in age, ethnicity, and more, aligns with our belief that varied perspectives enrich leadership. 🚀 Our vision for a #collaborative #society and our belief that where men and women work side by side, society as a whole thrives. This change amplifies our vision for harmonious and effective leadership. Read more > https://lnkd.in/eHb5upcZ

American support for UN funding is in flux. But there’s actions you can take to help. 1. As Congress discusses UN funding today, let’s remind our reps that we’re Team UN and Team USA. Support the UN for American leadership and values. 2. Learn more on how we as Americans can support the UN by joining our campaign #UNforUS: bit.ly/3Aiu04T 3. Stay in the know with resources and info on the UN’s benefits to the U.S. by signing up for our newsletter here: bit.ly/3Aitzrh