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What is the price of being DEI specialist within Higher Ed while also being a person from an oppressed group? The price is tokenization, burnout, gaslighting, and daily racism… Education should NEVER be privately owned. Donations should NEVER dictate how a college or university operates and financial transparency should be mandatory. While they profit off their silence when a genocide happens, more and more of us are harmed by a system made to propagate distopian systems of power. We need an education reform ASAP, and powered by PEOPLE. And being neurodivergent in higher ed? Loads of daily ableism and an absurd amount of energy apent trying to cope with an unsafe environment with little to no tolerance to dialogue about disabilities. #freepalestine #transparencyinhighered #divest

Thanks to our donors, we have shipped a care package of multicultural crayons to the DJ DEMP Foundation in Tallahassee, Florida. These crayons will be included in backpacks that will be given to at-risk youths which will be stuffed with all of the general school supplies each child needs. The DJ DEMP Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization based in Tallahassee, Florida. The DJ DEMP Foundation was founded in 1997 by DJ DEMP. DJ DEMP is an international celebrity DJ, with a career spanning over 25 years. It is their mission to improve outcomes for at-risk youth and young adults through education, mentorship, skills training, and access to community-based resources and support. They work to eliminate barriers that limit opportunities. The foundation's anti-bullying program focuses on eradicating bullying, ridiculing, teasing, and harassment in school. Bullying has a serious and lasting negative effects on the mental health and overall well-being of youth. They work to combat the negative impact of bullying through social-emotional learning. They use music to address social issues. Music gives students a unique opportunity to express themselves creatively and build confidence. Music improves cognitive and non-cognitive skills and helps develop language skills in children. The foundation's workshops help kids improve memorization, and develop language and reasoning skills. They also help children build a better self image and provide a safe space for self expression and creativity. The DJ Demp Foundation believes that community engagement plays a vital role in its success. They hold that leaders should be the voice of the people they serve. Thanks to strong community relationships and intimate knowledge of the local community, the foundation better understands the needs of the people and the best way to serve them. Instead of focusing on growth and expanding programs, their focus is on investing in our organizations' core infrastructure, organizational growth and leadership. Learn more about their work by visiting their website https://lnkd.in/eRMjRRmn. #partnership #music #DJDEMP #community #backpacks #schoolsupplies #bullying #antibullying #diversity #inclusion #equality #TheCrayonProject

Check out this article on a report about how services and outcomes for students with disabilities can be improved in charter schools.

This applies to not only public school education but to the private school industry as well - NAIS independent private schools. @naisnetwork (they have blocked me from tagging them because they don't like having their ugly truth exposed) Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) Carney, Sandoe & Associates (NAIS executive hiring firms also complicit in pushing DEI) The Jane Group, a so called crisis communication firm protecting NAIS private schools from their misconduct. Rodney Glasgow, Ed.D. - leading the charge in pushing antisemitism through DEI in K-12 NAIS independent schools. NAIS schools actually pay him money to inject DEI programming into their schools. The list of bad of actors in this industry is never ending...parents wake up and pay attention to what these private schools are doing to your children. This is what has led to the explosion of antisemitic events at every university campus. This agenda is by design and has been years in the making. For those of you who have children in private schools, your tuition, your donations, your attendance at school fundraising parties supports antisemitism. https://lnkd.in/eQZ9Mfzv

📣Did you know SAU1 was awarded the GOLD SEAL, again?!📣 For another year, we earned the GOLD SEAL of TRANSPARENCY from Candid GuideStar, the world's largest source of nonprofit information. ⚡Knowledge is power, and we want you to use it. That's why we go above and beyond to make sure we are transparent.⚡ At Self Advocates United as 1, an organization by people with disabilities, for people with disabilities, we talk about "power" a lot.   We call ourselves Power Coaches, a power coach models and helps other understand the Power of Speaking Up for one's rights.  At the end of every peer-to-peer education event we present, we lead the crowd in a spirited shout of our motto: "KNOWLEDGE IS POWER... USE IT!" Maybe it's because so many people with disabilities have felt powerless for so long.  We are working every day to change that... ⭐We Envision a World where People with Developmental Disabilities and Their Families are United to Share Knowledge, Empower Others, and Use Their Voices to Transform Their Communities and People's Lives.⭐ ⚡Will you join us? Please help Power the Power of SAU1 with your investment today at sau1.me/invest!⚡

In this insightful article from Nonprofit Quarterly writer, Rebekah Barber, MPP, the significance of Black teachers is highlighted, emphasizing their crucial role in education and the positive impacts they have on students' academic and social development. The article underscores the importance of diversity among educators and the unique perspectives Black teachers bring to classrooms. What steps can educational institutions and policymakers take to better support and retain Black teachers? Explore the full article for a detailed exploration: https://lnkd.in/eCV2UeFk #HopeUnitedCDC #NonprofitQuarterly #BlackTeachersMatter #EducationEquity #DiversityInEducation

In creating the Bloomsburg Area YMCA - Community Resource Hub, our team has created five distinct goals that we aim towards every single day so that we can best serve ALL of Columbia and Mountour County residents. The official unveiling of the CRH is coming soon, but in the meantime, our team is preparing by doing all we can to best understand the resources available. GOALS: 1. Create a Community Hub that is designed to meet the everchanging needs of the community and provide safe, confidential services that strengthen family life and individual growth. 2. Serve more people through programs and services that fulfill community needs by being the premier provider of community programming. 3. Provide more Y-based counseling and services for children and adults in schools, homes and the community. 4. Foster connections between the YMCA and the Community by becoming a preferred community partner. 5. Broaden the ability to serve a larger audience by providing the resources needed in the community.

🌟 School Spotlight: New Way Academy 🏫💙 This month, we shine a light on New Way Academy—a beacon of support and empowerment for students on the autism spectrum. As April marks Autism Awareness Month, we celebrate New Way's dedication to providing specialized education and resources tailored to meet the unique needs of autistic students. At New Way Academy, every student is embraced for who they are, and every challenge is seen as an opportunity for growth. With a curriculum designed to foster academic success, social development, and independence, New Way Academy empowers students to thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment. With innovative programs, experienced educators, and a commitment to excellence, New Way Academy is not just a school—it's a community where students discover their strengths, build confidence, and unlock their full potential. Together, let's continue to raise awareness, celebrate diversity, and advocate for inclusivity in education. Consider recommending that your tax dollars go to New Way Academy when you donate at AOA360.org #AOA360 #Autism #AutismAwarenessMonth #InclusionMatters #NewWay #EducateAZ

🌟 School Spotlight: New Way Academy 🏫💙 This month, we shine a light on New Way Academy—a beacon of support and empowerment for students on the autism spectrum. As April marks Autism Awareness Month, we celebrate New Way's dedication to providing specialized education and resources tailored to meet the unique needs of autistic students. At New Way Academy, every student is embraced for who they are, and every challenge is seen as an opportunity for growth. With a curriculum designed to foster academic success, social development, and independence, New Way Academy empowers students to thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment. With innovative programs, experienced educators, and a commitment to excellence, New Way Academy is not just a school—it's a community where students discover their strengths, build confidence, and unlock their full potential. Together, let's continue to raise awareness, celebrate diversity, and advocate for inclusivity in education. Consider recommending that your tax dollars go to New Way Academy when you donate at AOA360.org #AOA360 #Autism #AutismAwarenessMonth #InclusionMatters #NewWay #EducateAZ

Child care is one of the largest barriers to mental and economic well being for American families.  20% of Americans are negatively effect by the lack of affordable child care. Child care cost effect families of all economic levels, social statuses and levels of family access. More then 3/4th of job seekers in the WMI market cite affordable childcare as a major obstacle to employments. That is the statue que, and that is not acceptable.