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A newer friend contacted me recently to ask me about some things I had liked on social media about the atrocities occurring in the middle east. It was a vulnerable and powerful conversation in which I learned, again, that I am as propagandized as anyone else. The thing white supremacy is best at is dividing us - from each other and from our humanity. I do not know enough about the particulars to have an informed or even helpful opinion on the overall conflict. I do know that anti-semitism and Islamaphobia and racism are all real and the result is harm to us all. I do know that we must continue to commit ourselves to our humanity - even when it is scary and risky. What does that mean? Personally, for me it means working to build the skills to counter racism, anti-semitism and and Islamaphobia in myself and others. It means being willing to take correction and action when I am offered it. It also means reflecting on what I am told to know what I stand for and not simply parrot the loudest (or most recent) voice in the room. It also means being pro -peace and pro-human rights in my actions and choices - whenever and wherever possible. There is a lot of misinformation being spread currently. What we do know is that war brings out the worst in people and there are a lot of innocent people being killed - Palestinian and Israeli, as well as Islam and Jewish people. It is all horrific. https://lnkd.in/gzpq4KZt https://lnkd.in/g9kQqNVD https://lnkd.in/g8RbJc9V

Gandhi Jayanti is a reminder that even small actions can make a big difference. Let's engage in CommunityService and contribute to positive change in our neighborhoods. #CommunityEngagement #ServiceToSociety #Volunteerism #SocialImpact #LocalHeroes #BeTheChangeYouWantToSee #SocialResponsibility #GiveBack #CommunityBuilding #ServeWithLove #GandhiService

We’re taking part in the Uprising of Kindness, and we want to hear from you! How has #kindness impacted your life? Tell us below 👇 Want to get involved in spreading the kindness? Go to https://bit.ly/BeMoreKind to find out how. #BeMoreKind #UprisingOfKindness #Emmaus #EmmausUK

Solidarity isn't just a word; it's a pillar of our organization. By helping families make informed decisions, we can help champion every individual's right to understand their options, rights, and the potential impact of their choices. Check out our resources tab below for an extensive list to help educate and empower survivors! https://bit.ly/3HjN1ES #SelfDetermination #Education #AccessToInformation #Custody #CourtCases #CustodyCases #JusticeForAll #LegalAid #AccessToJustice #LegalAssistance #ProBono #SocialJustice #CommunityService #Empowerment #LowIncomeFamilies #AffordableHousing #DomesticViolence #ImmigrantRights #WorkersRights

Speak boldly and courageously with love. My firm Promoting Good loves to see courage in action and we work hard to model that courage with love. What does that look like for me? Brené Brown shared a statement and I shared some feedback earlier today on her website which I share below 👇🏽 "I see the care with which this article was written and want to point out where it fails to speak to the humanity of, and perpetuates reductionist perceptions of Palestinian people. Others have shared important feedback which I hope you will courageously engage with and embrace. I highlight that there is a harmful difference in the humanity shown to Palestinians through your word choice. You write that "language is a tool of dehumanization" and your choice to refer to October 7th with a visceral adjective as "sadistic violence" and "brutality" while choosing to describe "the killing of thousands of innocent Palestinian people" and "death and desperation" more neutrally and without the same depth of adjective shows a difference in the depth of humanity and care for Palestinian people. Your have such a powerful platform and these choices are visible to so many who will be left with perceptions that continue to see the humanity of Palestinians differently to that of Israeli and Jewish people. I agree that both deserve to live safely and with their humanity embraced fully. (Your article) falls short of communicating that." Note: there is a minor change in () so that my comment is understandable outside of the comment chain. This note is about me practicing transparency, which we also model.

Make a difference. Together, we can create a world where kindness, hope, and opportunity thrive. Let's make a lasting difference together at DaDa Ba Foundation. #Foundationforchange #EmpoweringCommunities #makeadifference #impactfulgiving #givingback #changinglives #socialimpact #communitysupport.

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Night to Shine Special Needs Prom: Do you have 8 hours of volunteer time?! STRONGLY encourage everyone to sign up to volunteer for this amazing event, this is my 3rd year attending and it the most fun and incredible night, I promise you will leave feeling SO rewarded! Friday, February 9th, from 4:45pm-9:00pm, Bridges Community Church, Los Altos, CA. Please sign up and volunteer to be a BUDDY* (a companion for a special needs teen or young adult for the night) Literally all it entails is to accompany them that evening, dance, do karaoke, take fun pictures, help them enjoy a limo ride. It's a truly special event and they are currently still SHORT on 100 buddy volunteers! If they don't get enough, they will need to turn away individuals who are looking forward to this event- an event in which may be their only opportunity to be celebrated and honored for who they are. Please sign up, it is a few hours of your time. Follow the below link: Steps: 1. Go to VOLUNTEER 2. Make sure to Sign Up for FRIDAY 2/09! 3. Make sure to Sign Up as a "BUDDY" (not BUDDY check in, only BUDDY*) Any questions, feel free to message me as I have done this event for several years. https://lnkd.in/gHftyZEH #nighttoshine #specialneeds #volunteer #bayarea #volunteerbayarea #losaltos #disability #disabilityinclusion #disabilityinclusion

oin us on this journey of compassion and transformation. Together, we can make a difference! 💫 #ShiningSoulsTrust #NGOIndia #EducationForAll #EmpoweringCommunities #MakingADifference #TransformingLives #SocialImpact #CommunityDevelopment"

Our Board Approved Strategic Plan is out, and we couldn’t be more excited to share it publicly. Please take a moment to review our 2024 – 2027 Strategic Plan to see what we are working towards for the future of Crisis House. If you would like to be part of these efforts, we would like to speak with you! Contact us through our website or email impact@crisishouse.org to get more information on how you can help! View our Strategic Plan by clicking the link in our bio. #homelessness #domesticviolence #abuse #safety #safehousing #community #support #strategicplan #community #sandiego