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Igniting aspirations and fueling futures! Empowering rural youth with employment opportunities for a brighter tomorrow. Let's cultivate success together! 💼🌱 #YouthEmpowerment #RuralEmployment #BrighterFutures"

Then What Was the Point of Anything I Did? I started working with her at 16; a bright and emotionally scarred young woman, battling her own demons with no parents around. Fast forward two years: Despite providing her with safe housing, emotional counseling, food, and an HSE, I found myself referring her to an adult shelter as she turned 18. This was my wake-up call. It wasn’t just about meeting basic needs – important as they are. It was about creating something more: pathways to economic mobility. Simply put, offering youth pathways into high-wage careers is not just ‘nice’ – it’s essential. It’s the difference between applying a band-aid and healing a wound. It’s about breaking cycles, not perpetuating them. It’s what our economies need to thrive. 👀 In your opinion, what’s the key to ensuring sustainable economic growth for the younger generation? #WorkforceDevelopment #EconomicMobility #YouthEmpowerment

As we explore the complexities of global history and culture, one aspect to consider is how post-colonialization has shaped the thought processes of elder populations differently across the Global South and North. In the Global South, elders often exhibit a strong attachment to cultural identity and heritage, influenced by experiences of colonial suppression. They play pivotal roles in preserving and passing down indigenous traditions, languages, and values. Interpersonal relationships are deeply rooted in communal values, with elders guiding family and community decisions based on traditional wisdom and collective memory. Conversely, in the Global North, elders benefit from well-established social welfare systems - a legacy of economic stability post-colonialism. Their thought processes reflect values of individualism and autonomy, shaped by experiences of personal independence and access to advanced healthcare and retirement benefits. Technological advancements further enhance their adaptability to societal changes driven by globalization. By recognizing these differences, we gain insight into the global cultures and the diverse ways in which elder populations navigate aging and societal dynamics post-colonialization. To understand across cultures, we can celebrate cultural diversity and promote inclusive approaches to aging that honor the legacy of our shared histories. #CulturalDiversity #CommunityEngagement Omar Abedin

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Without immigrants, many counties in Iowa, and the state overall, would have experienced a decline in population between 2020 and 2023. Last year, 72 mostly rural counties in Iowa experienced more deaths than births, and 61 counties experienced more people moving out than moving in. Rural Midwest towns have experienced significant brain drain for decades as young people move to cities for college or job opportunities and leave behind an aging workforce, fewer kids to fill schools, fewer working-age individuals to fill jobs, and less economic activity to keep small Main Street businesses open. Immigration has been a lifeline for many rural communities across Iowa and the Midwest, allowing towns like Storm Lake, Dennison, and Marshalltown to avoid the decline and demise caused by declining populations, low school enrollment, shrinking workforces, and reduced economic activity. Image 1: Natural population change by county in Iowa (births minus deaths). Blue: births>deaths; Orange: births<deaths Image 2: Net domestic migration by county in Iowa (people moving in to a county from other parts of the state/country - people moving out). Blue: move in>move out; Orange: move in<move out Image 3: Net international migration by county in Iowa (people moving in to a county from another country - people moving to another country). Blue: move in>move out; Orange: move in<move out #labormarket #economy #economicnews #BLS #jobsreport #JOLTS #hiringtrends #laborforce #HRData #workforcedevelopment #strategicworkforceplanning #iowa

Politics can be so divisive. But you know what isn't divisive? The belief that greater family leave should exist. Support spans gender and political lines, but the sad truth is when it comes down to funding new policies and innovative ideas the programs rarely see the light of day. That's why we are coming at this with a different model. Learn more -> MorForMommas.org

🏠💸 Why are young adults struggling to leave the nest? High housing costs are to blame. Many still live with family, not just for savings, but due to necessity. 🤔💰 It's a strategic move, not a lack of ambition. As long as there's a plan for independence, it's a smart step. 🚀🌟 There's no shame in building a future, but leeching without a goal? That's a different story. Let's rethink independence. #HousingCrisis #SmartLiving #FutureGoals

Naturally Occurring Retirement Community programs present a valuable opportunity to transform cultural perceptions of aging while fostering a strong sense of community and well-being among Canada’s rapidly aging population. These programs can significantly improve the quality of life and reduce loneliness for older adults by creating supportive environments where they can thrive. Delve deeper into the benefits of enhancing NORC programs in Canada in our latest op-ed. #IntergenerationalConnections #NORC #Ageing #WomensAgeLab https://lnkd.in/ez2JGbwR

As we grapple with population stagnation in Cleveland and the Midwest, it's crucial to acknowledge that our younger population seeks vibrant, amenity-rich, and culturally-rich environments. Immigrants have historically played a pivotal role in meeting these desires, revitalizing neighborhoods by bringing a piece of their hometown with them, be it a bustling café or a string of new businesses. Their contribution not only fuels the region's growth but also fosters bustling environments that attract young people, introducing them to diverse cultures through food, clothing, and other local amenities.   We must embrace the fact that international communities enrich the cultural fabric of cities. Cleveland already boasts a proud legacy of immigrant heritage, with vibrant neighborhoods representing cultures from around the world. Expanding on this legacy by investing in cultural districts and creating spaces where international communities can thrive will make the region more appealing to younger generations, who increasingly value diversity and global perspectives. With that said, if we want to become an international city, we must also begin to value global perspectives.    Furthermore, our immigrants also bring with them global networks that can open the Midwest to international business and investment opportunities. For example, Cleveland has partnerships with 20-plus sister cities that have helped connect us with the kind of opportunities that could help establish the international city we want Cleveland to become.   In conclusion, by investing in policies that support immigrant integration and entrepreneurial ventures, immigrants can be central to a strategy that helps foster an inclusive, vibrant community that appeals to younger generations. The Midwest can become a destination where young people from the U.S. and abroad want to live, work, and build their futures.