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Today, as we celebrate Youth Day, we recognize the incredible potential and energy of our young people. Youth are not just the leaders of tomorrow; they are the changemakers of today. Their voices, ideas, and perspectives are essential in shaping a future that is inclusive, innovative, and just. As an advocate for youth in decision-making, I believe it is our responsibility to ensure that young people are not only heard but also actively involved in the decisions that affect their lives and communities. When youth are empowered to participate, they bring fresh ideas and solutions to the table, challenging the status quo and pushing us all to think differently. However, true empowerment goes beyond mere consultation. It means providing the necessary platforms, resources, and support for youth to take the lead. It means breaking down barriers, whether they are social, economic, or political, that hinder young people from reaching their full potential. On this Youth Day, let us commit to amplifying youth voices, fostering their talents, and embracing their leadership. The future belongs to the youth, and together, we can create a world where their dreams and aspirations are realized. #YouthEmpowerment #YouthInLeadership #YouthVoicesMatter #FutureLeaders #YouthDay #YouthParticipation #YouthAdvocacy #InclusiveDecisionMaking

"We cannot break down the barriers of race and class as a divided nation. We can only fulfill America’s promise of justice and opportunity if we are united." E Pluribus Unum was established on the principle that addressing the challenges of racial and economic disparities directly is essential for progress. Our leadership programs unite individuals dedicated to promoting racial equity, reshaping the narrative, and advocating for transformative change. Click here to learn more about our leadership programs and how we're shaping a South where equity is not just a word, but a lived reality. https://lnkd.in/gk_UENa5 #unumjoy #equity #equityorganization #unumalliance #unumallianceconvening

I’m on a mission. To share more stories of women of color who are building incredible businesses. 👇🏿 As a Vietnamese refugee, Lan Phan, knew that education would change her life. Her mother was a hairdresser who never made more than $15,000 yearly in Inglewood, California. She supported Phan, her two brothers & her father, who couldn't work due to a disability. Phan got into Stanford University on a scholarship and went to Harvard Graduate School of Education "My life was transformed through education. We can create systemic equality through access to education and eliminate inequities," says Phan. She is now on a mission to democratize leadership and development opportunities for purpose-driven leaders. Here are 3 lessons she shares on her journey to build her business: 👉🏿 Don't rush to get funding — identify what matters most first, clarify the problem you aim to solve with your business and don't accept funding from just anyone. 👉🏿Develop expertise in more than one area of running your business. The best founders wear multiple hats. 👉🏿Don't be afraid to ask your customers for feedback — and be open to adapting to their feedback, too. Please take a moment to read Lan’s full story in & Entrepreneur Media link in comments. 👇🏿 #leadership #culture #inclusion #MitaMallick

“Inclusion is harder and can be slower but it is a necessary precondition for achieving effective, efficient and enduring solutions to complex problems. Yes, inclusion can positively effect fairness and equality in the workplace which yields greater trust between leader and follower but, more importantly, it’s about persistent learning, shared ownership of decisions and deeper commitment to the implementation of those decisions. It’s about developing trust by listening, amplifying and including. It’s not a silver bullet but it is an accelerator of the best ideas and a break against the worst ideas.” Now, was this fabulous quote written by an academic removed from society? A left-leaning philanthropist? Or an idealist without real life experience to draw from? No. No, it wasn’t. It was written by a highly decorated retired General of the United States Army and the 18th Chairman of the Joint Chief of Staff, Martin Dempsey in collaboration with Ori Brafman in their book, Radical Inclusion. This is a man who has fought in wars, led in wars and sent other human beings into battle. This is not a man who does not understand both the harshness and complexity of the human condition. And he is arguing for more things to be decided and done TOGETHER and by bringing voices TOGETHER. Not doing unto others, not inflicting power and control over others but by doing WITH others. Classrooms are not battlefields and children should not need to fight to be heard or included. This should be our first priority and our overriding objective in all we do. We make or break inclusion. #inclusion #martindempsey #oribrafman #realworld #education #inclusion #togetherness #inspiration

PEACEFULLIFESTYLES P.C.S. Peace is the Best Way to Live! THE THEORY OF INTERSECTIONALITY https://lnkd.in/gPyDXSSP The theory of Intersectionality will never go away because humans grow more intertwined in countless unstreamlined social issues. Our lives are intertwined not only with oppression but also with privileges. Wealthy minority women may have more privileges than poor Caucasian women, but both women are victims of sexism, that's intersectionality. Natanael #Intersectionality, #RaceJustice, #Privilege, #Oppression, #Colonization, #Liberation, #PeacePromotion, #SocialJustice, #EqualityNow, #UnityInDiversity, #AntiRacism, #Decolonize, #LiberationMovements, #EquityInAction, #Solidarity, #Empowerment, #InclusionMatters, #JusticeForAll, #EndSystemicRacism, #FreedomFighters, #GlobalSolidarity, #HumanRightsNow, #PeacefulCoexistence #ActivismForPeace, #PeacefulActivism, #PromotePeace, #ActivismMatters, #PeaceBuilding, #SocialJustice, #UnityInDiversity, #PeacefulProtest, #ActivistLife, #PeacefulChange, #GlobalPeace, #ActivismWorks, #PeacefulSolutions, #ActivistCommunity, #PeacefulResistance, #ChangeMakers, #ActivistNetwork, #PeaceAdvocacy, #ActivistVoices, #PeacefulWorld, #ActivistMovement, #PeacefulRevolution, #ActivismIsPower, #HarmonyInAction, #PeacefulDemonstration, #ActivismRocks, #SpreadPeace, #ActivistMindset, #PeacefulCoexistence, #ActivistVoice, #BuildingPeace, #ActivistSpirit, #PeacefulFuture, #ActivistGoals, #PeacePromotion, #AdvocateForPeace, #ActivistMind, #PeacefulMindset, #ActivistJourney, #PeacefulInitiative, #ActivistImpact, #PromoteHarmony, #ActivistUnity, #PeacefulActivist, #ActivismInAction, #SpreadLove, #ActivistForPeace #DomesticViolenceAwareness, #StopDomesticViolence, #EndDomesticAbuse, #DomesticViolencePrevention, #PeacefulFamilies, #HealthyRelationships, #BreakTheCycle, #SupportSurvivors, #DomesticViolenceSupport, #SpeakOutAgainstAbuse, #LoveNotViolence, #EmpowerSurvivors, #SafeHomes, #ViolencePrevention, #HealthyHomeEnvironment, #DomesticViolenceEducation, #FamilyHarmony, #NoMoreViolence, #PeacefulCommunities, #TogetherAgainstAbuse, #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth, #SpreadLoveNotHate, #BuildingPeacefulFutures, #LoveShouldntHurt, #DomesticViolenceResources, #HealthyFamilyDynamics, #CreatingSafeSpaces, #BreakTheSilence, #EndTheCycle, #SupportingSurvivors, #HealingFromAbuse, #CommunitySupport, #RaiseAwareness, #StandUpAgainstAbuse, #PromotePeace, #DomesticViolenceAdvocacy, #PositiveRelationships, #SupportingVictims, #PeacefulHomeEnvironment, #EmpowermentThroughEducation, #PreventAbuse, #SpreadAwareness, #LoveOverViolence, #BuildingHealthyRelationships, #SupportingRecovery, #EndTheViolence

How to move people TOGETHER towards the mission of your organisation? We can’t talk about inclusion if decisionmaking is done by majority rules, which means exclusion of the minority. Learn about the basic principles of Sociocracy & govern better Join sofie malm and I Monday 15 April at 14:00 CET for 6 weeks. Register: https://lnkd.in/eUmJQz7z If you can't make the timings and would like to watch the recordings please register as well. #spiritedatwork #consciousleadership #sociocracy

The Youth are Our Future & Our Responsibility Today we celebrate Youth Day and Father's Day, which is quite special i think! ..let us reflect on the pivotal role fathers play in shaping the next generation. The youth of today will inherit the world of tomorrow - what future are we building for them? 👨👧 anything i say would be incomplete without mentioning that Diversity, equity and inclusion have never been more important. 😊 Corporate Fathers, you have the power to instill values of ethical leadership, sustainability and empathy in your children from a young age. Teach them to embrace differences and leave no one behind. The choices we make & the lessons we impart today will determine the world that our youth and our children inherit. Mentor Youth, let’s raise ethical and inclusive innovators! #YouthDay #FathersDay #DEI #YouthInnovators #MakeADifference #EthicalYouth

As we venture into April, March turned out to be a great month. - Celebrated Women’s History Month by celebrating all the leaders in law, business, STEM standing for women rights with Ladies of Liberty Alliance. - Mentored students on becoming leaders and attended conferences and workshops. - Dedicated 30 minutes daily to meditation and reflection for spiritual growth - Practiced gratitude journaling for 10 minutes each evening to foster emotional well-being. - Read 3 books and engaged in stimulating conversations for mental growth - Organized 4 projects around liberty and business to encourage innovation - Collaborated with 3 partners on exciting projects to fuel creativity - Invested 10 hours per week in fostering US-India partnerships for mutual growth and collaboration Looking forward to share some amazing news this April! #growth #opportunity #leader

Did you know half of the world's population is under 30, according to the United Nations? In Canada, youth represent 35% of people. Despite this, when it comes to discussing issues that matter to this population, young voices are often dismissed or denied. On August 12, we mark International Youth Day. We want to see children and youth be all they can be, and that means recognizing their leadership potential in our communities and championing their voices today and every day. #YouthDay #YouthEmpowerment #YouthVoices #YouthLeadership #YouthInAction #YouthForChange #NextGenLeaders #SupportYouth

Recently, Harrison Butker delivered the commencement speech at Benedictine College, a Catholic, private liberal arts school in Kansas. The speech created a firestorm across ethnicities, religions, and genders. But did he deserve the hate? #womenthink #leadership #DEI #leader #womenleadership #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipskills #leadershipJourney #leadershipcoaching #PersonalGrowth #womenintech #personalgrowthcoach #professionaldevelopment #professionalgrowth #careerdevelopment #feminism #equity #equality #inclusion #careercoach #diversity #emotionalintelligence #genderbias #genderstereotypes #employeeengagement #lifepurpose #purpose #engagement #softskills #powerskills