At the Everson Summer Social, we had the pleasure of honoring Ellen Hardy for her dedicated volunteer service and leadership in our docent program. Ellen joined the Everson in 2008 and has since held numerous volunteer positions, including Vice President of the Docent Organization and President of the Member’s Council. Her contributions to the Festival of Trees & Light and the Everson’s Outreach Team have been invaluable. Thank you, Ellen, for your remarkable commitment and passion for the arts. Your hard work enriches our community and inspires us all!
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32 years of criminal and juvenile justice executive leadership at the city, county, state and within a large non-profit agency level leading system wide juvenile justice reform and improving conditions of confinement.
That is leadership in action. Actions not words is how you measure leadership. Great display of leadership.
“The quality of your life will be determined by the quality of your contribution. When you work to improve the lives of others, your life improves automatically.” – Kurek Ashley I am incredibly proud of our 700+ staff across New York State who contribute their time and talents to better the lives of others in their community. In addition to their careers at Berkshire Farm Center and Services for Youth, so many of our employees contribute their time through volunteer work - supporting other nonprofits and needs in their community. This past weekend, I was proud to volunteer my time, along with Veronica Aguirre, to support Berkshire and our mission of strengthening children and families. Thank you to Saratoga Performing Arts Center and Legends Events & Hospitality for the opportunity!
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9-MONTH PROGRAM: INTERACTIVE BLACK HISTORY LESSONS, DISCUSSIONS, AND ACTIVITIES. INCLUDES VOLUNTEERING, FIELD TRIPS, AND MORE! FOR 8TH-12TH GRADE STUDENTS. Register and learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e82WakNS . . . #blackhistory #browardcounty
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To my LinkedIn friends and colleagues, Some of you are aware of my passion for documentaries covering topics such as industry, government, public figures, and transportation. It's my privilege to share with you a documentary (see YouTube link below) about my hometown of Jefferson City, MO, which captures the oral history of residents from a black neighborhood known as "The Foot". This area was a vibrant mixed-use community, boasting everything from hotels to grocery stores. When it came to entertainment, The Foot was a hotspot where talented musical acts like Ike and Tina Turner often performed. I'm sharing this video not just because it's about my hometown, where many of my family members still reside, but because it provides a broader insight into the issue of Urban Renewal. We all know that Urban Renewal initiatives were largely destructive practices that disproportionately affected low-income and minority neighborhoods. However, too often, I think people associate Urban Renewal as an issue that only impacted large urban areas like Boston, Chicago, Cincinnati, NYC, and St. Louis. Small cities, like the one I grew up in, also suffered from this same negative approach to planning, and the impacts it had on small communities were just as devastating for those who lived there as they were for residents of big cities. Many of you are involved in industries that support and lead projects with the potential to profoundly influence both infrastructure and the social fabric of the communities they serve. This documentary, along with other examples, serves as a reminder that what we do truly matters and can have a lasting and deep impact. We must never lose sight of this as we advise and lead such developments. Happy Black History Month! https://lnkd.in/gtXy9tfC
The Foot: A Community Remembered
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Nearly 100 African American boys from Icon Preparatory School attended the 2024 B.U.B.B.A. Sons in Suits Community Awards in Tampa, Florida. Dressed as kings, these young gentlemen proudly accepted their accolades, symbolizing their achievements and potential. The event celebrates and uplifts young boys and men of color, inspiring them to greatness.
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At the National Civic League, we know civic engagement is vital for addressing issues like racial equity, youth leadership, and more. Discover our work here https://ow.ly/2kyQ50SjYtp
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Today is the first day of Kwanzaa. For the next 7 days we will highlight each principle of Community Development. On Friday December 29th at 6pm RESPECT The Haven Community Development Corporation will host the 4th night of Kwanzaa- Cooperative Economics- at our office in the Historic Southland Mall Come out and celebrate Black family, community and culture with us. I was recently asked these 2 questions about the Kwanzaa celebrations in Whitehaven this season. 1) The fact that 4 Kwanzaa programs are held in the same immediate area (Whitehaven) this season speaks to what or is a reflection of what? "The fact that 4 Kwanzaa programs are held in the same immediate area (Whitehaven) this season speaks to Whitehaven being a predominantly African-American community that seeks to preserve and celebrate our African culture. In addition to Whitehaven being a 95 percent African-American community. We're also the home of 1300 West African families." 2) Why is RESPECT The Haven opening its doors up to host a Kwanzaa program this season? "RESPECT The Haven is opening its doors up to host a Kwanzaa program because it's a celebration of black family, community and culture. Something RESPECT The Haven celebrates everyday through our RESPECT Black Culture Social Development Initiative. Social and Cultural Development is one of our 4 Pillars of Community Development and the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa are key principles in building a strong Black community such as Whitehaven." #RESPECTTheHaven #RESPECTBlackCulture #SocialDevelopment
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Check out this organization my friend/colleague is supporting-- they are looking to create different outcomes for court-involved youth and formerly incarcerated adults by providing safe, accessible "climbing adventures" in nature. 💯 This is, no doubt, amazing and transformative work. We need more resources (money, minds, and time) invested in these kinds of creative, human-centric solutions. Part of our problem is that we have all been taught that solving social problems is supposed to look a certain way and that the power to create change belongs to certain people. When I was at HLS, we were taught that learning how to use the law was the best way to solve law-related problems (i.e.Mass Incarceration). In the world of "professional social justice" (i.e. nonprofit work), there tends to be a high value given to "proper" problem-solving strategies (i.e. things that require J.D.s, PhD's, and MBAs), and the people who are "qualified" to lead those strategies... As someone with a "fancy" degree, believe me, formal education can be helpful... However, I see many of us over-indexing and over-valuing the things that make us feel smart (ego) while greatly under-valuing and under-utilizing strategies informed by what we experience, observe, and witness in life and the world around us. Things we know in our spirit and body because of what we lived through. To be completely real, my life experiences have contributed far more to my ability to advocate, organize, and problem-solve (for justice and equity) than my formal education has (though the HLS degree is usually the "hook"). What's funny is that my most valuable insights from formal education came from interrogating and resisting what I was being taught... dominant narratives, without historical context, fed to me as divine truth ("Rule of Law"). I learned to pay attention to what questions Professors consistently dismissed/ignored, and I learned to understand what language and ideas were rewarded. It's not what I was taught that benefitted me. It was the process of interrogating what I was being taught and trying to understand WHY. One of the WHYs I arrived at: If we all believe that we need to be a formal power holder (lawyer, judge, doctor, CEO) to create radical change, most of us will also believe that we cannot create radical change in the world. However, the truth is-- each of us is a missing piece of the puzzle. Everyone has the power to contribute to a more just and equitable world... you just gotta find your way, your unique superpower. The Flash doesn't try to be Superman, and Charles Xavier doesn't try to be Wolverine... superheroes move from within. "This is who I am, and so this is how I will help save the world." You have permission. <3 #transformativejustice #communityfirst #sharedhumanity
We need more of this type of work to transform court-involved young adults and formerly incarcerated people's relationship with nature and the outdoors. 1st Outdoor Company is a Black and woman-owned climbing adventure business. They aim to create safe and sustainable climbing experiences, elevating Black athletes, creatives, and entrepreneurs. 1st Outdoors' annual event is the Blk Out Climbing Festival, held every fall in Chattanooga, TN. CHICAGO ADVENTURE THERAPY NFP Sending in Color GRO Community Vincent Schiraldi https://lnkd.in/eHCdqdGR
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This year, the Oikos Institute for Social Impact will once again recognize those in the Black Church and Historically Black Educational Institutions (HBEI's) that have innovative approaches to serving their community at our second Fishing Differently™ Impact Awards/Gala and Conference. Candidates are those who are using their spaces and places to make an impact in their community. Their properties are used to address issues of food insecurity, affordable housing, childcare, and recidivism or to create revenue and jobs. These are the types of projects that will be considered. We are looking for those projects that exemplify what it means to be Fishing Differently™ for social impact. We praise and celebrate those who share in our passion for this work. WHO WOULD YOU NOMINATE FOR A FISHING DIFFERENTLY™ IMPACT AWARD? Please share who you think meets these criteria and why in 200 words or less. All nominations are due no later than January 31, 2024. Pictured here: Rev. Dr. Abdul Knox (honoree), Rev. Dr. Denise C. Picket (honoree), Dr. Otis Moss III, Rev. Dr. Sidney Williams (co-founder of Oikos) , Rev. Jeremiah Wright (honoree), Rev. Dr. Reginald Blount (co-founder of Oikos), Rev. Demetrius Davis (honoree), Rev. Lisa Williamson (honoree), Richard Townsell (honoree) https://lnkd.in/eREMPNs9
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This year, the Oikos Institute for Social Impact will once again recognize those in the Black Church and Historically Black Educational Institutions (HBEI's) that have innovative approaches to serving their community at our second Fishing Differently™ Impact Awards/Gala and Conference. Candidates are those who are using their spaces and places to make an impact in their community. Their properties are used to address issues of food insecurity, affordable housing, childcare, and recidivism or to create revenue and jobs. These are the types of projects that will be considered. We are looking for those projects that exemplify what it means to be Fishing Differently™ for social impact. We praise and celebrate those who share in our passion for this work. WHO WOULD YOU NOMINATE FOR A FISHING DIFFERENTLY™ IMPACT AWARD? Please share who you think meets these criteria and why in 200 words or less. All nominations are due no later than January 31, 2024. Pictured here: Rev. Dr. Abdul Knox (honoree), Rev. Dr. Denise C. Picket (honoree), Dr. Otis Moss III, Rev. Dr. Sidney Williams (co-founder of Oikos) , Rev. Jeremiah Wright (honoree), Rev. Dr. Reginald Blount (co-founder of Oikos), Rev. Demetrius Davis (honoree), Rev. Lisa Williamson (honoree), Richard Townsell (honoree) https://lnkd.in/eREMPNs9
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