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From creating welcoming environments to fostering meaningful engagement with families & communities, the CA #EnglishLearner Roadmap is rooted in #equity. ▶ Watch Californians Together Executive Director Martha Hernandez at the Catalyst California #Birthto12thGrade Water Cooler:

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1.🥰Individuals who actively engage in making a positive impact are characterized by compassion. They extend empathy and understanding to those in need, fostering a sense of connection and support within their communities.🌈 2.💟 Those who choose not to walk away often focus on empowering others. Instead of merely providing assistance, they strive to enable individuals to overcome challenges independently, promoting long-term self-sufficiency.🥀 3.✨Recognizing the interconnected nature of society, these individuals contribute to community building. They understand that a strong, supportive community is crucial for addressing collective challenges and fostering a sense of belonging.🌻 4.➡️ Beyond immediate assistance, proactive individuals often engage in advocacy. They work to address systemic issues and injustices, striving for positive change on a broader scale, and amplifying the voices of those who may not be heard.↘️ 5.💫 Individuals committed to making a lasting impact consider the sustainability of their efforts. They aim to create enduring solutions rather than short-term fixes, ensuring that their contributions have a meaningful and enduring influence on the well-being of individuals and communities.🌱 Write ✍️. Muntazar Mehdi 🌹 #CompassionInAction #EmpowerForChange #CommunityBuilders #AdvocateForJustice #SustainableImpact #nazaninbigdeli #newbeginnings

On this episode of our Power of Community series, GiveOut trustee Aisha Shaibu-Lenoir spoke to Glenroy Murray, the Executive Director of Jamaica's largest LGBTQI organisation, Equality for All Foundation Jamaica. They discuss the importance of safer spaces for LGBTQI people in Jamaica, the research they are doing into the issues that most affect them, and how they are working to build a stronger LGBTQI community in the region. Watch the full conversation below. https://lnkd.in/ebSbiUzA

Why Transparency Matters 🔍✨ Through a clear lens, we see the bright futures we're building together. Let's continue to foster trust and collaboration for the sake of our children's tomorrow. #Transparency #Trust #Partnership #FuturePlanning #PennerMinistries

Excited to share insights from the webinar "Transform Your Practice: Community Engagement Strategies for Trust, Impact & Civic Pride"! These valuable cards and case studies by the Sustaining Robust Engagement & Stewardship Working Group of the Civic Commons Learning Network, are crafted by practitioners, for practitioners to help nurture trust, expand participation, and promote advocacy through community engagement. You can use these cards to... 1️⃣ Challenge misconceptions hindering impactful outreach. For instance, practitioners often assume a representative group will participate, but research shows that public meeting attendees are usually unhappy or distrustful. 2️⃣ Utilize practical strategies to enhance your engagement practice. Recognize that no community is homogeneous, focusing on building relationships, trust, & accountability with diverse groups. 3️⃣ Foster relationships, trust, & accountability within diverse communities. Co-create solutions through action-oriented approaches instead of merely collecting input. 4️⃣ Empower your outreach efforts, assess current practices, & share ideas with colleagues for maximum impact! #Culture #Community #Relationships #Trust #AudienceEngagement #CommunityEngagement #Advocacy #Policy #Leadership #Practicioners #Pedagogy #Outreach #Documentation

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"The best time for concerted community engagement is all the time." 👈🏻 "Building trust with the community is not a one-time task but an ongoing process that requires transparency, consistency, and genuine commitment." 👏🏻 - PIO Toolkit #CommunityEnagement #TransparencyinGovernment #Accountability #TrustBuilding