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Anyone who knows me knows that sitting through a 2 hour presentation isn't my thing. Today I did just that though, and I loved it! When the topic is right, time flies. Today was all about inclusion and ended with the below video which is both insightful and very very cute 😍 - what a perfect combination! Thanks to Elev8 Performance, Michael Parden and Helene Ghosh for making this happen (and everyone else that I wasn't aware of). #weareteambb #everyoneeverywherematters #inclusionmatters #celebratediversity https://lnkd.in/eZ2f76t4

A couple of weeks ago, the entire Global Detroit team traveled to Dallas, Texas— actively learning, listening, and leaning into all the experiences, best practices, lessons, ideas, and insights from leading experts in immigrant welcoming, the City of Dallas and Welcoming America, at the national Welcoming Interactive - 2024. The annual conference brings together 800 attendees working in and eager to engage on pivotal topics such as immigrant inclusion, economic development, civic engagement, government leadership, and more. But we didn’t send our entire team down to Texas just for the fun of it— we’re ecstatic to announce (if you haven’t already heard), that next year Global Detroit will be partnering with the Detroit Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs and Economic Inclusion to co-host the 2025 national Welcoming Interactive right here in DETROIT, happening May 20-22, 2025. With the distinction of being the first Certified Welcoming City in Michigan, the City of Detroit and our team are excited to showcase welcoming in Detroit, Southeast Michigan, and across our state with you. We believe that our region leads the nation in efforts to build strong communities that intentionally connect and include people of all backgrounds. This video was produced by Global Detroit. The videography and editing work was done by the amazing and talented Jason Willis, and it contains additional content support from the City of Detroit, Welcoming America, and friends. See you next May! www.welcomingamerica.org #GlobalDetroit #WelcomingAmerica #WelcomingInteractive2025 #WelcomingInteractiveDetroit #CityofDetroit #Detroit #Michigan #ImmigrantInclusion #Welcoming #Migration #InclusiveEconomies #Diversity #Equality #Inclusion #Belonging #Community #ImmigrantCommunities #InclusionAlwaysWins https://lnkd.in/gPHUy4z3

Thrilled to share that Regional Screen Scotland and Visible Fictions have both received multi-year funding from Creative Scotland. However, as highlighted by Visible Fictions, not every arts organisation had positive news yesterday. The Creative Industries and heritage organisations play a vital role in the Scottish economy, contributing approximately £10 billion annually and employing nearly 130,000 individuals. Beyond the economic impact, these sectors also offer significant health and wellbeing benefits to the broader population. #CreativeScotland #ArtsFunding #EconomicImpact

Everything's a pitch and if yours doesn't land fast, it probably won't land at all. (Note: This is a pitch about We Are Unity's pitch to present an SXSW talk about pitches and I'd love it if you can jump onto the link below and pitch in with a vote.)

Vote for Bianca & JP to learn how the first 17 seconds makes or breaks it!

Only 4% of Venture Capital funding goes to Women-Owned Businesses, but the returns are double! Want to learn more about the massive impact of Women-Owned Businesses? This short video dives into the data and explores why investing in female leaders is smart business. Let's bridge the gap.

Did you know that 1.1 billion people worldwide live with sight loss? Would it surprise you to learn that the Royal National Institute of Blind People estimates that 250 people start to lose their sight in the UK daily? Yet, statistics like these only scratch the surface of the story. We are talking about the artists, innovators, educators, activists, and leaders who enrich our communities each day. The people who are often hindered from achieving their full potential by the access and communication barriers society still puts in their way. Saturday marked World Braille Day 2025, so, as we return from our holidays, we pay tribute to the memory of Louis Braille and celebrate the achievements of the people he has empowered ever since. You see, Braille is more than just a sequence of dots: it is a language in its own right. One that enables many people to live independently, access education, or express themselves. It also represents a powerful tool for inclusion. So join us as we: - Advocate for greater accessibility and equity - Recognise the transformative power of Braille -Celebrate the diverse talents and contributions of blind and visually impaired people all over the world #WorldBrailleDay #Inclusion #Accessibility

Why is online inclusivity important? 🤔 We hear this question a lot, and the answer is simple, why wouldn't it be important to ensure everyone can access online information and services? 🌐 In case you missed the last video, we caught up with Ben Franklin, Technical Director at Quba, where we explored how they’re helping clients like Birmingham Airport take strides toward greater digital inclusion. Ben shared insights into how prioritising inclusivity builds trust and strengthens brand reputation, making a real impact on customers. Read the full article here ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eTYWuFTp #InclusiveMarketing #TheFutureOfMarketing #Accessibility #Inclusion Video ALT Text: The video has two sides of the screen, one side shows Ben Franklin discussing why digital inclusion is important. The other side of the screen is subtitling, highlighting the main figures in yellow. The last screen says, for more information go to https://lnkd.in/ex5qgsMS

At the start of 2024, the Voices of Tomorrow project was still an ambitious idea to give youth a voice through the creative arts. Now, as we approach the end of year, we have launched the first virtual showcase on THE 4TH DIMENSION https://lnkd.in/ed3p2Thw and the project has evolved into a thriving network of 25 ambassadors from across the globe. These passionate individuals have come together to amplify the importance of young voices, each contributing their unique perspectives and talents to make a lasting impact. This network was built from the ground up, a testament to the power of the vision and collaboration, and the need for young people to have a place to express their ideas authentically. Over the past year, ambassadors have led initiatives in their communities, hosted conversations about youth’s future vision, and brought creativity to the Voices of Tomorrow project. None of this would have been possible without the hard work, resourcefulness and creativity of the Curriculum for Life team led by Oli Williams, the Youth Core Circle led by Raven Frias and now Nikolett Kerekes, and my colleagues in THE 4TH DIMENSION Tom Dale and Mark Tabbron (formerly Dodsworth), and our sponsors Alison James at BIC Foundation and Ormiston Academies Trust. The great thing about projects like this is the way in which they find their shape and form not in a set of rigid ideas, (although a good framework helps!) but through the contributions of everyone involved. It can be scary when projects take on a life of their own, but it can also be exhilarating. The process hasn’t been without its challenges. Different time zones and cultural contexts require patience and adaptability, and there is always more that we want to do. But the outcome speaks for itself. We are creating a community that shares a common vision to give youth a voice and thrives on creative thinking, resourcefulness and determination. What’s most inspiring is how this initiative has provided a vehicle for action. Ambassadors, artists, volunteers, sponsors and people spreading the word aren’t just talking about change, they’re driving it, empowering young people to speak up and influence the future. And this is just the start. It is our ambition to have submissions from every single country in the world. https://lnkd.in/ecwK3TvU #VoicesOfTomorrow #GlobalChangeMakers #YouthEmpowerment #ValuesInAction #values

▶️ NetworkX Americas starts today! Connect with Yann Bégassat to explore how the latest 5G innovations like Network APIs and 5G MBS are transforming video streaming. Don’t miss out! https://lnkd.in/exr6Azzz #NetworkXAmericas #5G #5GMBS #Network #NetworkAPI LR Network X Americas