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Some really valuable insights in this conversation on knife crime and how to deal with it. Do listen!

I was asked my thoughts on why this petition is needed. As some of you may know, life hit me with a curveball and my family found ourselves in the center of an atomic bomb that shook our family to the core. On June 20th, 2020, the day before Father's Day, Glen sadly died by suicide. Seemingly out of the blue, it left me as a widow with 5 children and Glen's eldest daughter, who was coming up to 22, numb, shocked, and in complete disbelief. From six months after his loss, I have devoted endless time to raising awareness and speaking publicly about the effects of suicide. Why do I do this, people ask? Because I don't want anyone to feel that pain we felt and can continue to feel, and helping is healing. Grief is not something you just get over, and suicide loss is an extremely complex grief that is amplified. Some days, I can still feel like I just exist. It can be exhausting, and at times, a wave still knocks me off my feet. However, this doesn't mean life doesn't go on. It does, but it's a very different life that I wouldn't want anyone to join. I now work in suicide prevention and bereavement support for Empowerment Charity and I am working wirh Sounddelivery Media that has given me the tools to push for change. The evidence is staggering on the effects of suicide, and so much is postvention. Suicide should not be the biggest killer in: Males and females under 35, males under 50, pregnant and postnatal woman within the first year. One suicide is estimated to affect up to 135 people and let's remember that people affected by suicide have their own risk and statistics increase. So many children are bereaved by a parent, and they aren't counted. I could go on and on. However, as you all can see, NOBODY IS EXEMPT. I truly believe this petition and policy are needed for change. Nobody should lose a loved one to suicide, and statistics have been stagnant for far too long. We need to work towards a zero suicide rate, and I believe we need a national policy that is community-backed in every local area. Please get this petition signed don’t be part of the next statistic 🥹 The Jordan Legacy CIC #suicidepreventionawareness  #zerosuicidesociety #suicideprevention

Break Fake Rules! 💪 Loving this video series out of Stupski Foundation on all the "rules" driving philanthropy that need to be questioned, flipped or composted. Thanks Stupski CEO Glen Galaich and Pia Infante for naming and sharing. -- We need to give tidal waves not teaspoons (of funding) -- The 5% payout = a teaspoon structure. -- The flaws of strategic philanthropy—too donor-centric and focuses on donors to determine strategies and  pathways for action. -- The silo’fication of philanthropy: We work only on “this X issue” to the exclusion of all variables that make up the interconnected crises we face and the polycrisis world we live in -- Need to right size and re-imagine the role donor preferences play (to be in deeper accountability to the communities we serve)

Check out this article in Talk of Texas Magazine, page 28 - 29. Where we discuss all things Glow, Philanthropy and how you can ‘give like a billionaire’ https://lnkd.in/ey4TU_tV

The Mazvikadei Family's Tragic Lesson: The Vital Importance of a Family Trust In the serene town of Mabvuku, the Mazvikadei family faced an unimaginable tragedy when Mr. Mazvikadei, their sole provider, passed away unexpectedly. However, their lack of a family trust proved to be a costly oversight, leading to a series of devastating consequences. Without a clear plan in place, they endured prolonged legal battles, disputes over assets, and substantial financial losses. This heartbreaking story underscores the critical significance of establishing a family trust to protect loved ones and secure their future. Learn from their experience: secure your family's legacy today. Establish a family trust to safeguard your assets, ensure seamless wealth transfer, and preserve family harmony. Consult with us for guidance through the process and provide the peace of mind that comes with knowing your legacy is secure. Start building a strong foundation for your family's future today. #FamilyTrustMatters #SecureYourLegacy #ProtectYourLovedOnes

Deciding whether to hold a #Funeral or a #MemorialService for your loved one? This #SouthernCremations blog post lays out the pros and cons of each to help you determine which is right for your family. https://bit.ly/48Xdx3f

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As a Nonprofit Consultant and Chaplain, it's concerning to see how the Pro Act in CA and now the federal Labor Dept. edict are impacting independent contractors. Even with special waivers by lobbyists (newspapers, rideshare, etc.) approximately 79 million Americans are affected. It begs the question, why is our government destroying our independence - working how and when we wish... from home to be with our children, to be a nomad,, or retired professionals as I am? It's disheartening to see the impact this is having on our nation's workforce and the right to work independently. Americans do best when left alone - free to create, to add value to others, to be free from the clock, or a "master". Let's hope we can find a way to support independent contractors and protect our rights. We're too important to American life and independence. Dirty Jobs' Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs discusses this: https://lnkd.in/gT8xF3RK #IndependentContractors #LaborRights #ProAct #Nonprofit #Consultant #MikeRowe