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#onthisday On July 2, 1777, #Vermont became the first territory in what would become the #UnitedStates to abolish slavery. This historic decision was made when Vermont adopted its constitution, which included a clause that prohibited slavery. The Vermont Constitution stated that no adult should be held in servitude unless bound by personal consent or by law for the payment of debts, fines, or similar obligations. This landmark move was significant as it predated the abolition of slavery in the United States by nearly a century and set a progressive precedent for other states and territories. #Vermont's action was part of a broader context of increasing abolitionist sentiment in the late #18th #century, driven by Enlightenment ideals of liberty and equality. The state's decision highlighted the growing resistance to the institution of slavery and laid the groundwork for future legislative and social efforts to end slavery throughout the United States.

I love being behind the scenes of this great project, #GOVChats are webinar series live on #YouTube focused on discussing common technology issues across states. #accesibility #government #communications #latinasintech #technology

Enjoyed the GOVChats: Georgia + Colorado discussion! I want to commend Jasmyne Epps for emphasizing how accessibility isn't just about physical disabilities, but situational as well (sensory, motor, cognitive, environmental, etc.) This perspective of accessibility is often overlooked during the design and development process. How can we do better? By spreading awareness. Share with your designers, developers, and project managers. Let's do our part to make websites and applications more accessible to everyone. To learn more about situational disabilities, check out this article: https://lnkd.in/gZ7ZK_F5.

As we approach the precinct caucus season in March, it's crucial for Utah residents to mark their calendars and make plans to attend their respective gatherings. Every attendee has the potential to make a difference and shape the future of their community and state. We need business leaders to be more involved in the local caucus leadership for our voices bring a common-sense, reasonable approach to civic dialog. Let's seize this opportunity to engage in our democracy, uphold our civic responsibilities, and collectively work towards a better future for all. Locate your precinct caucus by using the following links — Republican Caucus Meetings: https://loom.ly/5ZFJNYw Democrat Caucus Meetings: https://loom.ly/gahBvMo The Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce remains nonpartisan, refraining from endorsements or directives to members regarding political preferences. We advocate for responsible civic engagement and encourage diverse participation. #UVChamber #CommunityEngagement

As we approach the precinct caucus season in March, it's crucial for Utah residents to mark their calendars and make plans to attend their respective gatherings. Every attendee has the potential to make a difference and shape the future of their community and state. We need business leaders to be more involved in the local caucus leadership for our voices bring a common-sense, reasonable approach to civic dialog. Let's seize this opportunity to engage in our democracy, uphold our civic responsibilities, and collectively work towards a better future for all. Locate your precinct caucus by using the following links — Republican Caucus Meetings: https://loom.ly/5ZFJNYw Democrat Caucus Meetings: https://loom.ly/gahBvMo The Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce remains nonpartisan, refraining from endorsements or directives to members regarding political preferences. We advocate for responsible civic engagement and encourage diverse participation. #UVChamber #CommunityEngagement

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Reflecting on 40 Years Since the Brighton Bombing Today marks the 40th anniversary of the Brighton Bombing at the Conservative Party Conference in 1984—a tragic event that aimed to shatter democracy through violence. Looking back further, I also recall the 1979 bombing that claimed the life of Airey Neave in Westminster. And more recently, we faced the heartbreaking loss of Jo Cox in 2016. These moments serve as painful reminders that violence has no place in politics. While we may hold differing views and engage in lively debate, our disagreements must never diminish the humanity we share. In a democracy, it is the ballot box—not acts of violence—that determines our future. Let’s continue to champion respect, dialogue, and understanding, no matter how divided opinions may seem. Democracy thrives only when we uphold peace and protect the right of all voices to be heard. #BrightonBombing40Years #DemocracyNotViolence #RespectInPolitics #JoCox #AireyNeave #BallotBoxNotViolence #UKPolitics #NeverForget #PeaceAndDemocracy #DemocraticValues

What can we do in our communities to ensure the unhoused are not facing additional challenges obtaining permanent housing due to arrests associated with living on the street? • Communities should engage with local law enforcement to understand their policies and intentions moving forward. •Create and maintain relationships with local law enforcement. •Designate drop off sites for police officers encountering the homeless in lieu of arrest. •Address the lack of available and affordable housing in communities, along with access to funding and support. •Local social service agencies and CoC’s should continue to collaborate, partner, and focus on implementing action plans. •Expand shelter capacity. •Continue to make emergency shelters welcoming and ensure they are filled with necessary and engaging programming. •Inceased legislative advocacy. Your thoughts?

The Clean Slate Act is about to shake up NY, and our very own Michelle Pyan is sharing knowledge at Broadview Federal Credit Union this morning. The Capital Region Human Resource Association (CRHRA) pulled together a star-studded panel to get you prepared. There's Michelle, rubbing elbows with the likes of Joanmarie Dowling and Graig Carbino, SHRM-CP, along with Tom Schin moderating. Talk about a powerhouse lineup! November's coming in hot, and with it, the Clean Slate Act goes live. That means the background screening game is changing, and Commercial Investigations LLC is already ten steps ahead. We'll continue to update New York employers through the process. Want to be ready when Clean Slate hits? Give us a call! We'll make sure you're not just compliant, but ahead of the curve. #CleanSlateAct #CRHRA #HRCompliance #ProactiveTruth #ProactiveTruthPartner #backgroundchecks #backgroundscreening #preemploymentscreening #hr #humanresources #onboarding #hiring #CriminalRecords #BackgroundChecks #NewYorkState #HiringCompliance #EmploymentScreening

Frederick Douglass: abolitionist, orator, and advocate for economic empowerment. He went to Rochdale a slave, left a free man and the ties he had formed helped to pave way for the beginning of the cooperative movement. As we celebrate the #BlackHistoryMonth, let’s continue his legacy by promoting the cooperative principles of economic empowerment for all. Interested in Fredrick’s story? Check out this article by NCB https://lnkd.in/dpfktJTs