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From incarceration to inspiration - read how your support for Insight Housing is empowering your neighbors like Torri to achieve their dreams and pay it forward ➡️ https://hubs.li/Q02Bq9P10

From #youthcommissions advising #cities and #counties; to #studentcouncils and #studentgovernment; to #youthcouncils and #youthboards #advising #transitagencies. Great to see #youthvoice is alive. #youthmovement #youthpower

I was recently a guest on Cathy Chat with CATHY WEAVER!🎙 It was a truly fun experience, during which I discussed my passion for content marketing, the power of networking, and how I've combined the two in my current job search. Click the reposted YouTube link preview below to watch this awesome episode. Connect with Cathy and start edifying!💭 #CathyChat #CathyWeaver #Queenie #RoyalTreatment #Edification #OpenToWork #JobSeeker #JobMarket #StreamYardEvent #StreamYard #Event #YouTubeVideo #YouTube #Video #Vodcast #EnergyThroughInspiration #JJDInspiration #JJDEvents #JJDVideos #JJDLinks #JJDReposts #JJDContent 🦆StreamYard

Such a joyful short clip of Community Living Magazine cover star Teresa, an artist and self-advocate, seeing her story in the latest edition. Written by her sibling, author Franke James, the article is about human rights, choice and community. Thanks again to Teresa, Franke and Billiam James - the link to read is in the comments, below. #humanrights #disabilityrights #community #selfadvocate #advocacy #sibling #inclusion #careandsupport #publishing #editing #journalism #independentpublishing

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Let Your Voice Be Heard on National Speak Up For Service Day! Did you know? October 30th is National Speak Up For Service Day, and here at Reimagine Middle Branch, we are continually amazed by the incredible power of storytelling and community service. Community members play a crucial role in shaping the future of Middle Branch, and we believe that your voices can spark positive change and transform collective visions into reality. Stories have the power to connect us to our past, inspire our future, and create a brighter Middle Branch for all. Whether you're a resident or part of our working community, your experiences and dreams matter to us. Ready to share your voice? Get involved by filling out our interest form on our "Get Involved" page here: https://lnkd.in/eRQxBagX Share your thoughts, experiences, and ideas for Middle Branch, and let's work together to build a stronger, more vibrant community. Please note that to make sure we are featuring a representation of folks and organizations throughout the entire project area, we may not be able to interview everyone that expresses interest. While you eagerly await the upcoming installment of 'Voices of the Middle Branch,' please take a moment to explore and get inspired by the stories we have on our website. https://lnkd.in/eRQxBagX South Baltimore Gateway Partnership #MiddleBranch #Patapsco #PatapscoRiver #SouthBaltimore #SouthBmore #MyBmore #BaltimoreMD #CommunityLed #ReimagineMiddleBranch #VoicesOfTheMiddleBranch #BaltimoreCommunity #CommunityDrivenInitiative #ShareYourStory #ShapeTheFuture #SpeakUpForService #CommunityEngagement #ReimagineMiddleBranch ID: A yellow graphic with dark teal text that reads "Tell Your Story". Below the text is the Voices of the Middle Branch logo with an outline graphic of a megaphone in dark teal.

I love this. I am so sick of people making fun of the way he looks. Instead of talking about his behavior, they talk about his weight or appearance, which insults everyone else who is higher weight, and they don't deserve that. I find it childish and thoughtless. I'm glad this article was written. Some key quotes: "Despite plenty of substantive material (including those convictions) to critique, Trump’s body continues to be a go-to target for comedians, cartoonists and everyday Americans who dislike him for political or ethical reasons. Turning his looks into a punchline may get laughs, but this mockery reinforces biases that contribute to the body image struggles faced by men and boys." I'll add that it insults everyone, not only men and boys, but anyone who is in a larger body. And I appreciate the point the article makes that it's not only women and girls who struggle with body image/standards. "Because Trump himself is known for publicly bullying and body-shaming others, some may feel it’s only fair for him to be on the receiving end of the same kind of ad hominem attacks. Both [Aaron] Flores and [Stephen] Reeder cautioned, however, against “bullying the bully” — especially because it’s the innocent bystanders who are hurt most by these jokes...For opponents of Trump, it’s worth considering the implications of taking a page right out of his playbook: Is it OK to disparage someone’s appearance simply because you don’t like them? What does it say that you’re willing to imitate someone whose character you question?" I agree, the hypocrisy is hard to stomach. #antidiet #bodypositive #disorderedeating #bodyimage

Did Policing BREAK Me or Make Me BETTER? During my 27 years of policing, I never once shed a tear. Regardless of the situation—whether it was comforting victims, or witnessing the harsh realities of life—I maintained a stoic demeanor. This was true for both my personal and professional life. My job demanded strength and resilience, and I delivered every single day. However, since retiring almost eight years ago, I've noticed a profound change in myself. My emotions are now always close to the surface, and I find myself crying at the simplest things—movies, heartfelt conversations, even a touching story on the news. This shift has been both surprising and enlightening. In my years of service, I believed that suppressing my emotions was a necessity, a shield to protect myself and others. But now, in my retirement, I've realized that allowing myself to feel deeply is not a sign of weakness but a testament to my humanity. I am proud of this transformation. It took immense strength to hold back tears for nearly three decades, but it takes even more strength to embrace my emotions now. This journey has taught me that vulnerability and strength are not opposites; they coexist and enrich our lives. As I reflect on my career and the person I've become, I see that policing didn't break me—it made me better. It honed my resilience, but it also prepared me for this new chapter where I can finally embrace my full range of emotions. And for that, I am grateful. #mentalhealth #myAMLlife

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