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❓ FAQ Friday: What Policy and Advocacy Work Does SLC Do? (Part 2) 🗨️ Q: Can you provide an example of SLC’s advocacy efforts? 🗨️ A: SLC has been instrumental in challenging ordinances that criminalize homelessness, advocating for humane solutions, and pushing for policies that provide affordable housing and vital services to those in need. Learn more about specific cases at https://bit.ly/3TwTRvI #FAQFriday #PolicyAdvocacy #SupportSLC #DecriminalizePoverty

We believe the path to #SocialJusticeForFamilies is #person-centered support every step of the way: our interactions as individuals, opportunities provided within communities, plus the approach & design of systems. Acceptance, advocacy, & action moves us toward social justice & change for families whose children – of any age – experience #mentalhealth and/or #substanceuse challenges. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eHgcXDqF #AcceptAdvocateAct

Every person in Michigan needs access to safe, secure, and stable housing. In order to improve access, Michigan needs to pass legislation that protects prospective renters by enacting legislation statewide that would protect them from being denied housing based on their: • Source of Income • Prior arrests or conviction • Credit score • Prior eviction due to fleeing domestic violence Additionally, Michigan should develop a system to provide for a tenants right to counsel, and enact legislation enshrining a tenant’s bill of rights and a homeless bill of rights. Read more https://lnkd.in/g-igstmq Take Action Now Advocacy Link #HousingEquity #Advocacy #MichiganTransformation

Keep up with the latest rental housing news! - Carlsbad Approves Multi-Unit Non-Smoking Ordinance - Leave No Veteran Homeless: Landlords Needed - ICYMI: Rental Housing in the News Keep reading to learn more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eXtBTJpm #Advocacy #Legislative Update

Do you work with parents whose children are known to a local authority and would benefit from advocacy support?   We support parents to positively engage with professionals from third sector and statutory organisations to resolve issues that are negatively impacting their family.   The aim of advocacy is to empower parents, so they feel part of the solution to achieve positive outcomes for the whole family. Independent parent advocates can help parents to: ✔️ Effectively navigate systems including social services/education/health/housing ✔️ Engage with professionals when children are subject to a plan of support from Social Services including care and support and child protection ✔️ Meaningfully participate within meetings ✔️ Understand their rights and entitlements by providing information in an accessible way ✔️ Make informed choices ✔️ Express their views and wishes Interested to learn more about this service? Click here to visit our website 🌐 https://lnkd.in/erHVzgcm   #advocacy #parentadvocacy #reconstruct

"Frustrated by the lack of supportive housing options post-release? 😠🏠💔" Finding a stable and supportive living situation can be a major hurdle after release. The frustration of navigating this crucial need without adequate support can feel overwhelming and unfair. Highlight the Need: Recognizing and speaking about this issue is vital for bringing about change. 🔊🚨 Community Advocacy: Engaging with advocacy groups can amplify your voice and drive improvements in housing support. 🗣️👥 Support Networks: Building connections with others facing similar challenges can provide mutual support and shared resources. 🤝🔄 Feeling stuck? Share your experience in the comments, like this post to raise awareness, or save it for resources on housing advocacy. #HousingCrisis #Advocacy #AwakenYourLionessSpirit #TogetherWeRise

ReconciliACTION Sprint Testimonies! 🎉 Take a peek into what the Youth Advisory Committee of the BC Coalition to End Youth Homelessness had to say about the Frayed Feathers' ReconciliACTION Sprint! This week, I'm uploading graphics to feature testimonies and provide insight into the Sprint's operations. The Frayed Feathers ReconciliACTION Sprint is for organizations and groups who want to SPRINT towards reconciliation and take action NOW! Follow me to keep updated on this! 😎 #FrayedFeathers #IndigenousYouth #YouthReconciliation #Reconciliation #IndigenousPolicy #Policy #Advocacy #ReconciliACTION

First ReconciliACTION Sprint COMPLETED! See below to see some testimonies and plans moving forward! #FrayedFeathers #IndigenousYouth #YouthReconciliation #Reconciliation #IndigenousPolicy #Policy #Advocacy #ReconciliACTION

Black family engagement in schools is about community advocacy, tied to safety, liberation, and freedom movements. Understanding this avoids confusion. #Blackfamiliesinschools #capacitybuilding #communityactualization #liberation #Blackwomen #bridgesleadership