LIFT Economy’s Post

Curious to know what TRU Gaglardi's impact has been on the Kamloops community and beyond? Check out our newest report below!

How do we build regional economies rooted in community ownership? Check out this webinar to learn what community leaders from New Orleans, Los Angeles, Oakland (CA), Buffalo, and Washington DC have to say: https://bit.ly/3wuR6U9

This quote encapsulates the essence of what makes communities so powerful. Communities are more than just gatherings of individuals; they are shared journeys towards common goals. They provide a nurturing environment where members support, uplift, and inspire one another. Within a community, there’s a synergy that emerges when people align their efforts towards a shared purpose. Together, they celebrate successes, navigate challenges, and learn from each other’s experiences. At hey you, we believe that cultivating meaningful connections within our community is essential. We encourage you to embrace the strength of community, agreeing to grow together and supporting each other on our journey towards collective success.

This quote encapsulates the essence of what makes communities so powerful. Communities are more than just gatherings of individuals; they are shared journeys towards common goals. They provide a nurturing environment where members support, uplift, and inspire one another. Within a community, there’s a synergy that emerges when people align their efforts towards a shared purpose. Together, they celebrate successes, navigate challenges, and learn from each other’s experiences. At hey you, we believe that cultivating meaningful connections within our community is essential. We encourage you to embrace the strength of community, agreeing to grow together and supporting each other on our journey towards collective success.

Check out this awesome article from Mirror Indy on the 3rd edition of our Organizers Workbook focused on community organizing and creating sustainable and positive change in neighborhoods. Read here: https://zurl.co/9OBb

Communities of Excellence 2026 (COE 2026) is an initiative that seeks to improve the quality of life for residents in various communities by utilizing the #CommunitiesofExcellenceFramework. This framework is adapted from the #Baldrige Excellence Framework, a systems framework designed to empower organizations to achieve their goals and enhance results. The framework is revised every two years based on expert input and leading-edge practices. The #COE2026 Framework includes several core components such as community leadership, strategy, focus on residents and customers, measurement and analysis, people resources, community operations, and results. These components encourage communities to approach improvement in a systematic manner, including evaluating and enhancing key processes, deploying these processes consistently, and integrating them to address current and future needs. The framework emphasizes collaboration across various sectors, including health, education, economic vitality, and quality of life, and stresses the importance of systematic collaboration among stakeholders in a community. It is not a simple overnight project but a long-term journey that requires commitment, planning, measurement, and systematic collaboration. Communities of Excellence 2026 is significant for communities, companies, governments, and individuals because it provides a structured approach to addressing community challenges and improving outcomes. By using this framework, communities can become more deliberate and systematic in their improvement efforts, engage more people, and measure progress effectively. It also facilitates the development of strong relationships and trust, promotes more intentional, data-based decisions, and helps communities leverage their unique strengths and assets. Additionally, the framework has gained recognition and support at the national level. Congress has authorized "communities" to be eligible to apply for and receive recognition for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, indicating the importance and effectiveness of systematic community improvement efforts. Learning about and adopting the COE Framework can help communities, companies, governments, and individuals work together more effectively to improve community outcomes, ensuring a stronger, more vibrant community for current and future generations.

From Sacramento Valley Section of Cal APA-- As professionals in planning, design, and community development, many of us entered these fields driven by the desire to "Do the Right Thing." However, addressing complex and multi-dimensional issues such as climate change, the housing crisis, and systemic inequities, while balancing numerous stakeholders and constrained resources, makes defining the right course of action challenging. Even once defined, implementation can prove even more daunting. This Speaker Series aims to bring together diverse perspectives from various disciplines, industries, and backgrounds to explore the concept of "doing the right thing," acknowledge the absence of a single correct answer, and examine how we can harness these insights to find purpose, challenge the status quo, and collaboratively strive towards a shared objective.   All sessions will be held from 9:30am to 11:30am via a Hybrid Format Register: https://lnkd.in/ggGCwQZs

🌟Strategy Spotlight 🌟 This week, we're highlighting the power of neighborhood associations to advance socially connected communities. Associations like block clubs, parent groups, and faith-based communities - led by residents and community members with lived experience - are key catalysts for fostering social bonds and cohesion. Learn about the research behind this social connection strategy and explore community examples in our Action Guide's catalog of strategies! Click here to dive in: https://lnkd.in/geRqbGBz

Check out our latest blogpost by Carina Macdonald titled 'Strength in Unity: Regionalism's Role in Community Building'. Link: https://lnkd.in/e__mPWi4

💡 Unlocking Power through Knowledge! 💡 Discover how access to information fuels transparency, citizen engagement, and economic growth. Dive into our latest article exploring strategies and challenges in fostering community empowerment and accountability. Don’t miss out – read more now!