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This is what *equitable* partnership looks like. I’ve long been a fan of the work Evelynn Escobar has done with Hike Clerb Inc, and their upcoming collaboration with The North Face is the perfect example of an industry great teaming up with an impact organization to let them create on *their* terms. Many of our brand clients at Backstory Consulting come to us looking for ways they can equitably support the work of non-profits and charitable organizations. Doing so requires a special mix of thought, strategy, and intention that’s hard for most brands and companies to do on their own. 💡 We always recommend starting with:  1. Identifying 3-5 causes you can responsibly and sustainably support  2. Identifying organizations and non-profits already doing great work in that space 3. Partnering with an impact agency or consultancy (👋🏾) to develop an equitable outreach strategy Please support the amazing work Hike Clerb Inc is doing, and this forthcoming collaboration! Impact matters. #impact #DEIB #inclusivemarketing #brandcollaborations #brandstrategy

PressReader Blog Creating a Third Place: Public Library Design Ideas for Community Engagement. 'Sociologist Ray Oldenburg writes that "third places" are public spaces where people gather and interact. In contrast to first places (home) and second places (work), third places are neutral ground, allowing people to set aside their concerns and enjoy company and conversation. Third places, according to Oldenburg, "host the regular, voluntary, informal, and happily anticipated gatherings of individuals beyond the realms of home and work"' Read more about here - https://lnkd.in/g8xSE6sk #PressReader #ThirdSpaces #LibrarySpaces #libraries #library #communitydesign

Walking SA attended the Conservation SA 'Civil Society Lunch with the Premier'- a lunchtime discussion with the Premier of South Australia, Peter Malinauskas, about the needs of civil society to provide for healthy democracies. As a member of the conservation council, Walking SA were invited to participate in the discussion. Key takeaways are: * The need to strengthen civil society to find common ground and not enable divisive interests to prosper at the expense of the common good. * The role of nature, heritage and culture as fertile ground to bring people together and to ensure a sustainable and equitable future. * The need to reprioritise government spending to invest in the very things otherwise taken for granted - think re-distribution of wealth, preservation of natural resources and wild places, and environmental and cultural stewardship. Walking SA is proud to be part of critical discussions shaping the future of South Australia such as these. Find more about our advocacy: https://lnkd.in/gsZSucdk

We should shift our focus from just talking to taking tangible actions. It's like planting seeds of conversation without watering them to grow. Engaging in discussions is essential, but without the nurturing actions, it's like expecting a garden without investing time in planting and caring for the seeds. Let's ensure our words are supported by meaningful deeds, turning our conversations into a flourishing garden of impactful actions. #ActionSpeaksLouder #DeedsNotWords #WalkTheTalk, #BeyondTalk #ActionBacksWords #TurningTalkIntoAction #MakeItHappen #ActionMatters #PutWordsIntoAction #DoMoreSayLess #ActionOriented #TakeTheLead #ImplementationMatters #WalkTheWalk #SpeakWithAction #Ogwrites

There are two ways to view streetscape trees. On the one hand, the streetscape is a public space, and the trees planted there belong to the entire community and are a valuable public resource, no different than the trees planted in a neighborhood park. In that regard, no resident has a right to damage or remove a public tree, they don’t get a veto over public green space. The other way of looking at this is that a tree planted in a sidewalk tree pit or planting strip in front of someone’s house also impacts those residents. A sound community engagement approach centers the residents of a community and cedes a degree of decision-making to the community. There are valid arguments for both approaches. In my experience, engaging with stakeholders, and getting buy in from the residents who are directly impacted by trees is a better approach. It is far better to engage with stakeholders, and perhaps plant a few less trees, and have buy-in and support from the neighborhood. The trees planted will be wanted and better cared for than those that are arbitrarily planted without community support.

How Water Sustains Life at HERD | Celebrating World Water Day with Elephants Water is more than just a resource; it's a lifeline for our elephants and the ecosystem they call home 🌊💙 In celebration of World Water Day, we're taking you on a journey through the vital role water plays at HERD. From Khanyisa's playful splashes as a newly rescued orphan to Sebakwe's glorious displays of strength, water is essential for elephants' well-being. Whether they're drinking, playing, or cooling down, access to water is crucial for their health and happiness. But our reliance on electricity to pump water poses challenges, especially during South Africa's scheduled blackouts. That's why we're working towards a sustainable solution with our solar power fundraising campaign. By harnessing the power of the sun, we can ensure consistent access to water, even in the face of power interruptions. We invite you to join us on our journey to ensure consistent access to water. Your support, whether through donations or spreading awareness, will make a difference. Every little bit will help the rescued elephants, the wildlife on the reserve, and the ecosystem that surrounds us. Visit https://lnkd.in/dCzB9Zx8 to learn more and contribute 💧☀️ Read more in our blog post: https://lnkd.in/dapZ3yDn https://lnkd.in/dn4Ry7JX

Working with a passionate, insightful, and dynamic team is truly inspiring!💼 Ever pondered the idea of making an impact? I certainly have! What impact do you want to make, and who's your dream team for it? Tag them below! 🚀 #TeamGoals #MakeADifference #DreamTeam

Public engagement discuss…. I’m asking the question here of the engaged professionals on LinkedIn. Having heard from tree officers and arboriculturists about the thousands of enquires that they get from the public wanting trees removed because of perceived threats or experienced nuisance; Having tried to facilitate consultation processes around trees where the parties had no desire to allow space in their own minds to comprehend one another’s drivers, needs or perceptions; Having met with members of the public, protesting about a felled tree who said to me “I want to make the tree consultant feel the pain that I feel”; But also having been involved with and seen brilliantly successful tree schemes that have engaged the public and delivered for everyone; I photographed this tree today with a paradigm in my head of what story it would tell. However, it turns out that it tells a slightly different story than is implied by my preceding list. But I’ll share that later, for now I am interested in people’s thoughts… #trees #treeplanting #publicengagement #protest #council #streets #streettrees #arboriculture #vandalism #treeofficer #iliketreesbut

More and more American families are raising chickens now! Here is a great guide for using diatomaceous earth for internal and external use! https://lnkd.in/gd29rkGH #chickens #diatomaceousearth #diyprojects

I apologize for sharing this link on our professional network; however, the reason behind it is to promote awareness about planting and nature, as we believe it's crucial to educate our children on these important topics https://lnkd.in/gUcBMkV4