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Are you measuring the level of connections youth and staff have to industries, social services, and other networks that can transform their futures and improve the community? Social Capital is the value of one's connections to individuals, institutions, and organizations. This value can be measured. Yet schools and programs spend billions o (n measuring what youth know, while few are measuring who they know—until now. Social Capital Builders is proud to join Academy for Transformational Change (ATC) and other esteemed guests as we deliver the social capital message to 300 of Iowa's juvenile justice professionals, youth advocates, community partners, policymakers, social workers, law enforcement officers and educators on Tuesday Aug 27, 2024 at the 4th Annual Family and Youth Engagement Summit sponsored by the Iowa Juvenile Court Services and Department of Health and Human Services. Kayla Powell For justice-involved youth, social capital is crucial. Strong ties can provide support, opportunities, and legitimize investments in skills development, education and transformation. Additionally, social capital plays a vital role in Community Violence Intervention (CVI) strategies, as it helps build trust and collaboration among community members, reducing violence and promoting safety. Although not everyone can attend the conference, they can contact us to learn more about our initiatives and how we can help you implement systems to help participants and staff build, measure and maintain social capital within and outside of the community. Cities United The National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR) Liz Ryan Louisa Aviles Julia Freeland Fisher Maryland Innovation Center

How to end mass incarceration Episode 206, Frofressionals https://lnkd.in/gq4gTVrH https://lnkd.in/g6fRZuQt FroFessionals is a subscription-based platform that promotes, partners and collaborates with BIPOC Professionals, Entrepreneurs and Medical Practitioners, as well as Textured Hair Care Professionals, for the purpose of community reinvestment. Our platform and mission is mutually beneficial to both business owners and their patrons. We provide a listing site for with a target audience of people looking to buy black or brown. We also specialize in helping people with kinky, coily, curly and biracial hair find products and professionals that cater to their specialized needs. FroFessionals doubles as a nonprofit organization with a mission to halt the mass incarceration of Blacks and Latinos by increasing access to Quality Mental Health Care, Legal Representation and Wealth Building Opportunities. This platform provides what will soon become a robust and self-restoring, financial ecosystem to reinvest into the community. #BIPOC #FROFESSIONALS #texturedhaircare #legalrepresentation #wealthbuildingopportunities @aprilphillips

Title: Challenging the Status Quo: Why Our Systems Are Not Broken, They're Working Perfectly Have you ever heard someone say that the system is broken? I beg to differ. Let's delve into why I believe our systems, from healthcare to education, are not broken but rather working perfectly – just not in the way we might hope. When we look at the healthcare system, it's evident that it is far from broken. The disproportionate care given to black and brown individuals speaks volumes about how the system operates. While some receive top-notch care, others are left behind, highlighting the systemic racism embedded within healthcare. Similarly, the legal system is not flawed but rather functioning as intended. It funnels black and brown bodies into jails at alarming rates, perpetuating a cycle of injustice and exploitation. The free labor extracted from incarcerated individuals, coupled with the destruction of lives and communities, underscores the insidious nature of the legal system. Turning to the education system, it becomes clear that it, too, is not broken but operating as designed. The limited resources allocated to schools in marginalized communities and the persistent achievement gap affecting black and brown students are not anomalies but intentional outcomes of a system rooted in inequality. The housing system follows a similar pattern, forcing black and brown individuals into homelessness while developers profit from building luxury homes. This stark contrast highlights the systemic inequities that prioritize wealth and privilege over basic human needs. It is undeniable that our current systems serve to perpetuate and uphold white supremacy. The status quo benefits those in power while marginalizing and oppressing black and brown communities. It is clear that we need new systems – ones that prioritize equity, justice, and inclusivity for all. References: 1. "Racial Disparities in Healthcare: The Black Community" - Healthcare Equality Index, [Link to source] 2. "The School-to-Prison Pipeline: Disproportionate Impact on Black and Brown Students" - ACLU, [Link to source] 3. "Housing Discrimination and Homelessness Among Black and Brown Communities" - National Coalition for the Homeless, [Link to source] 4. "The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness" by Michelle Alexander - Book Reference

Catherine Hernandez's novel, "Scarborough," provides a stark depiction of community resilience amid systemic adversity. Set in the Kingston/Galloway neighbourhood, this book emphasizes the vital role of a local community centre that strives to support vulnerable families from marginalized communities. Hernandez highlights the vulnerability of support systems due to shifting governmental priorities, affecting workers and the community. The narrative, which also received acclaim as a film at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), focuses on three children growing up with the odds stacked against them. To elaborate, it focuses on the coming-of-age of three young children living in a low-income neighbourhood and how they form bonds in a community centre despite the hardships they and their families face. It showcases how community centers can be crucial safe havens that foster bonds and support amidst hardship. A particularly moving episode involves the struggle of an Indigenous mother, Marie, to obtain an autism diagnosis for her son, Johnny. The scene reveals systemic barriers preventing access to care for marginalized families, calling for greater empathy and action in healthcare and social services. Scarborough" serves as a powerful call to professionals to advocate for policies that strengthen community support structures and ensure equitable service access. This story is more than a tribute to community center workers; it's a prompt for ongoing dialogue about inclusivity and the creation of resilient communities in the face of institutional challenges. Scarborough' is more than a story; it's a call to action. Let's commit to fostering empathy, and enhancing community support systems. Learn more by reading our newsletter through this link: https://lnkd.in/gVhRMjf7 #BIPOC #POC #bipoccontentcreators #spinningforward #microinfluencers #smallcontentcreators #toronto #canadianhealthcare #indigenous #torontonovel #tiff #torontointernationalfilfestival #scarborough

Redemption is a journey I know well. It’s a constant struggle to see myself as more than my mistakes, to look beyond the hurt I’ve caused and the wrong choices I’ve made. But in the midst of it all, there’s one unchanging truth that I hold on to: with God, I have been chosen and redeemed, and nothing I do can change that. This deep belief in redemption as well as my owned lived experience is what drives me to support those returning to society after incarceration. It’s why I’m thrilled to invite you to Rock Your Redemption on September 28th, 2024—a powerful evening dedicated to hope, healing, and transformation for justice-impacted individuals and their allies. We’re bringing together incredible speakers who understand the importance of this journey: Hosted by me, Tyree Chwilinski, Justice Impacted Advocate and Creator and Host of the Returning Strong Podcast. - Romarilyn Ralston – Senior Director of the Justice Education Center for the Claremont Colleges, and a staunch advocate for women’s rights, racial justice, and prison reform. - Jose Osuna Reentry Expert and Community Organizer, with a history of leading impactful initiatives at the Anti-Recidivism Coalition. - Ashley McKay – Senior Program Associate of Housing and Partnerships for The Homecoming Project, with over 15 years of experience advocating for marginalized communities. - Pastor Gregory Sanders – President of the Long Beach Ministers Alliance, actively working on community violence prevention and reentry efforts. Together, we’ll explore the 5 pillars of reentry—Education, Housing, Employment, Community, and Well-Being—and discuss actionable solutions to support successful reintegration. Let’s come together to empower and uplift those on their redemption journey. Join us for Rock Your Redemption and be part of the change. #RockYourRedemption #Reentry #JusticeReform #CommunityBuilding

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Catherine Hernandez's novel, "Scarborough," provides a stark depiction of community resilience amid systemic adversity. Set in the Kingston/Galloway neighbourhood in east Toronto (City of Toronto) ,this book reminds us about the vital role of a local community centre that strives to support vulnerable families from marginalized communities. Hernandez highlights the vulnerability of support systems due to shifting governmental priorities, affecting workers and the community. The narrative, which also received acclaim as a film at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival Group (TIFF), focuses on three children growing up with the odds stacked against them. To elaborate, it focuses on the coming-of-age of three young children living in a low-income neighbourhood and how they form bonds in a community centre despite the hardships they and their families face. It showcases how community centers can be crucial safe havens that foster bonds and support amidst hardship. A particularly moving episode involves the struggle of an Indigenous mother, Marie, to obtain an autism diagnosis for her son, Johnny. The scene reveals systemic barriers preventing access to care for marginalized families, calling for greater empathy and action in healthcare and social services. “Scarborough" serves as a powerful call to professionals to advocate for policies that strengthen community support structures and ensure equitable service access. This story is more than a tribute to community center workers; it's a prompt for ongoing dialogue about inclusivity and the creation of resilient communities in the face of institutional challenges. ‘Scarborough' is more than a story; it's a call to action. Let's commit to fostering empathy, and enhancing community support systems. Learn more by reading our newsletter through this link: https://lnkd.in/gkSF6BdZ #BIPOC #POC #bipoccontentcreators #spinningforward #microinfluencers #smallcontentcreators #toronto #canadianhealthcare #indigenous #torontonovel #tiff #torontointernationalfilfestival #scarborough

“People of color are disproportionately impacted by high rates of incarceration, making it one of the most pressing racial equity challenges of our time. In the South, where incarceration is one of the legacies of chattel slavery, these rates are some of the highest in the world, including high rates of incarcerated children.” Addressing racial equity in incarceration rates is a crucial step towards a fairer society. At the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, we're committed to driving change in this area. Our latest ROI in the South session explores the role investors can play in addressing this challenge. From creating pathways to employment for returning citizens to supporting enterprises in navigating operational and cultural shifts, there's much we can do together. Learn more about the impact we're making and join us in this important journey: https://wkkf.co/vjoe

In the second part of our series recognizing women-led and community-focused organizations, discover these inspiring 5 organizations that are working across the social-impact sector to improve the lives of women and girls. 💜 Young Women's Freedom Center For more than 30 years, Young Women’s Freedom Center has provided support, mentorship, training, employment, and advocacy to young women and trans youth of all genders in California who have grown up in poverty, experienced the juvenile legal and foster care systems, have had to survive living and working on the streets, and who have experienced significant violence in their lives. 💜 Peninsula Girls Chorus For over three decades, the mission of the Peninsula Girls Chorus has been to engage the hearts and minds of girls from diverse backgrounds through a comprehensive experience in choral music. 💜 GirlForward GirlForward is a community of support dedicated to creating and enhancing opportunities for girls who have been displaced globally by conflict and persecution. GirlForward supports girls in grades 9-12 who are refugees, immigrants, and asylum seekers through three core programs: Mentoring, Tutoring, and Safe Spaces. 💜 THE EDNA HOUSE FOR WOMEN INC Since 2004, the mission of The Edna House has been to give women an opportunity to recover from alcohol and drug addiction by providing a safe, sober place to live and to learn life skills in order to maintain 12-step based sobriety throughout their lifetime. 💜 WomenServe WomenServe partners with community leaders and grassroots organizations to create opportunities and environments for women and girls to empower themselves, creating change in their lives and communities. They accomplish this in three areas: grants, capacity building, and storytelling. 💭 Looking to take action with one of the nonprofits listed above? Easily save an organization to your Idealist.org profile to be notified when they're hiring! #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenLed #SocialImpact