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https://lnkd.in/gbzSEwrE The Baird Difference in Action - Focusing on the importance of community service and giving back.

Want to learn more about the political process? Are you interested in running for office or volunteering on a campaign? Then the CNY Political Leadership Institute is the right fit for you. I learned so much as a graduate in 2018. Get civically engaged in your community and make a difference.

When children and youth engage in discipleship ministry, volunteer leadership grows, families strengthen, and communities thrive together. ✝️ 💪 💓 What if we prioritize reaching children and youth first to impact families for God's Kingdom? You can be the key. You can be a catalyst for a world where there is a church for EVERY child. 🙏 Click the link to learn more. https://bit.ly/3toCgb6

Yesterday I partaked as a speaker and as one of the guests of honour for an online event held by Voices Online (which has over 1.3 Million community members). My talk was about how we promote peace in an increasingly volatile yet interconnected world. Some of the points I raised: 1. We need to move beyond tolerance to a place of acceptance and appreciation of difference 2. We can learn alot from others as long as we take a position of humility, respect and intent to learn. 3. Everyone can be our teacher in life not just educationalists.

Stepping into historic dining halls, adorned in your finest attire, may seem like an evening of pomp and ceremony at first glance. But let’s pause for a moment. Look deeper. As Gary Moore, Master of the Worshipful Company of Information Technologists emphasized through his theme for this year, it’s actually about responsibility. Being a livery company member means taking on a shared commitment. A commitment to four key pillars: 🔵 Industry – Shaping the IT industry’s future with purpose and integrity. 🔵 Education – Championing equal access to learning and improving educational experiences. 🔵 Charity – Supporting initiatives that use IT to enhance lives, especially for the disadvantaged. 🔵 Fellowship – Building meaningful connections and sharing ideas with peers. Livery is about more than tradition - it’s about impact.

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As Reinvestment Fund has worked on improving access to healthy, fresh foods in underserved communities, we have devoted significant resources to understanding such access, particularly in low-income areas. Our Limited Supermarket Access (LSA) Analysis has guided decisions for over a decade, helping to identify inequitable food access and drive investments in areas that need them most. The Richmond Agrihood project highlights the ongoing challenges in equitable land use and community-driven food solutions. Research shows that tackling food insecurity requires support for innovative projects that go beyond the traditional supermarket. Despite strong community backing, the project was stalled, underscoring the need to reform local zoning codes to enable urban agriculture practices and address food access disparities. 🔗 @ https://lnkd.in/eS4GT5Yr

Nonprofit organizations are particularly crucial for communities that lack resources where they address systemic inequalities and provide essential support in areas such as education, healthcare, economic empowerment, and social justice. Nonprofit organizations often serve as advocates for the community, working to dismantle discriminatory practices and policies that disproportionately affect a certain demographic. By offering programs and services tailored to the unique needs of the community, nonprofits help to close gaps in access to resources and opportunities.

When children and youth engage in discipleship ministry, volunteer leadership grows, families strengthen, and communities thrive together. ✝️ 💪 💓 What if we prioritize reaching children and youth first to impact families for God's Kingdom? You can be the key. You can be a catalyst for a world where there is a church for EVERY child. 🙏 Click the link to learn more. https://bit.ly/3toCgb6

Hey there, amazing peeps: We're excited to share that the Rhode Island Black Business Association | RIBBA is dedicated to making a tangible difference in our communities. Did you know that approximately 86% of our funds directly support programs to close the racial wealth gap and uplift families from poverty to sustainability? RIBBA is not just talk – we're all about action and impact! Please take a closer look at our incredible work in the image below. We're the real deal, no BS! Suppose you're passionate about creating meaningful change and want to leverage your skills and capabilities to help move the dial on social justice. In that case, we invite you to get involved with RIBBA. Join us now at www.ribba.org Whether you have time to volunteer, skills to share, or resources to contribute, there's a place for you in our community. Together, we can make a difference. Interested in learning more or exploring collaboration opportunities? Please get in touch with Bethany Norman at Bethany@ribba.org to schedule a meeting with one of our board members or me. Let's work together to change the trajectory of people's lives for the better! #RIBBA #SocialChange #CommunityImpact #jobs #getinvolvedandmakethedifference #smallbiz #accesstocapital #contracting #homeownership #advocate #community #smallbusinesssupportingsmallbusiness #leadershipdevelopment #mentorship #growthmindset #growthanddevelopment #grow