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It’s one thing to say, “You now have a second chance.” It’s another thing to say, “You now have a second chance, and here are people who can guide you as you take clear steps to make the most of it.” Check out what our neighbors in Washington State are doing to lay a path toward successful reentry and reintegration for those in their community. #SecondChanceMonth #communitymatters #OneHeartProject https://lnkd.in/gUCYZhyA

Bedford Businesses: Imagine being the reason someone discovers their passion or the stepping stone to their dream career.👏 We're on a mission: 6,000 hours of work placements for Bedford's youth, starting this June. This isn't just about work experience. It's about shaping futures. Whether your field is healthcare, sports, IT, construction, law, veterinary care, education, automotive, food & beverage, creative arts, hospitality, nonprofit, or retail, you have the power to impact lives. How to Get Involved: For more details on how your organisation can become a pivotal part of this community-driven initiative: 📞 Call us at: 01234 340782 📧 Email: [email protected] Together, we can make a significant impact. #BedfordBusinesses #WorkExperience #CommunityImpact

Come learn about how companies helping children develop a love for reading brings purpose to their employees’ lives.

In Prince George's County, we are reimagining the re-entry process for our returning citizens! With informed perspectives and new systems, we are taking a holistic approach to re-entry, aimed at reducing recidivism in our County.   County Executive Angela Alsobrooks launched our Returning Citizens Affairs Division (RCAD) in 2022, led by Michael Williams, MPA, after recommendations made by our Returning Citizens Advisory Board, which was launched in 2019. Because we understand that securing a job is not the only thing one needs to do to successfully transition back into society, RCAD also offers mentorship, transitional housing, document preparation, and more.✅     The impact that these initiatives & programs have had on participants so far is promising and recidivism amongst participants is down significantly. For us, Second Chance Month is beyond just a holiday.    Learn more about our re-entry initiatives & programs at: mypgc.us/RCAD    Employers can find more information on our Re-Entry Employment Incentive Program at: https://lnkd.in/ermb7wrF 

This year's #LearningDisabilityWeek theme is 'Do You See Me?' which is all about being seen, heard and valued. We've spoken to Keith, who is supported by one of our community hubs and is an active member of the Salford Listening to People forum. In our latest blog, he tells us what it means to him to be seen, heard and valued and how it's made his life better through the years : https://lnkd.in/edEMnUGj

Big News for Wyre's Future Stars! 🌟 We've secured a £67k grant from the UK Government's Shared Prosperity Fund to bring life-changing career education to 20 primary schools. From live Career Conversations to interactive Career Carousel events, 1,600 children will get to dream big and see beyond traditional roles, learning that anyone can achieve their dreams. During the launch Career Carousel at Manor Beach Primary School, a year 6 pupil shared their insight, “I’ve learnt that anyone can be anything in a job, it doesn’t matter what age or what height or if you’re a girl or boy, jobs can be really fun!”. This is what it's all about for us - making career education engaging and accessible. 😊 Thanks to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund & Wyre Council, we're #ShapingBrighterFutures, one positive footprint at a time. 💡 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eDjkrivS #PositiveFootprints #Wyre #CareerEducation #CommunityGrowth #LevelingUp #UKSPF

One of the trickiest things about starting a new role anywhere is learning new titles and acronyms. The number one question we get from AmeriCorps Candidates is what is the difference between Program Coordinator and Volunteer Coordinator. See the video to learn more! #serveyourcommunity #solvethelitteracycrisis #Bethegreatergood #readingmatters

We are back, baby! And we're stoked to invite you all to the FOURTH season of Racial Justice Weavings. These weekly gatherings are for outdoor education and recreation professionals from any school, company, or organization, in any role. First-timers and old-timers all welcome and encouraged! If you are seeking support for: processing your summer or fall season with a racial justice lens, racial justice work you're doing in your own family or workplace, or your personal liberation practice, join us. We're here to do it in community. Logistics: - Wednesday evenings on Zoom, 6-8pm MST - September 4 - December 11, 2024 (with a few breaks in there) - Sliding scale pricing and we will not let cost be a barrier to anyone participating. In September 2020, we (Steph and Ella) began hosting a weekly space for our fellow backpacking and climbing instructors to talk about white supremacy, racism, and racial justice in outdoor education. The Racial Justice Weavings - "Weavings" - were named to place this gathering within its context: a long history and future of racial justice advocacy in outdoor spaces and education. The goal was to foster antiracist culture in our outdoor leadership school through collective learning and relationship-building. This relational, culture-shifting work is slow but it is powerful. We have learned and grown a lot together in the last four years, and we’re eager to keep building and deepening with the next cohort. Message [email protected] to sign up.

During #scotappweek24, we hear from ELDERPARK HOUSING ASSOCIATION's Lauren Herd who started her career in housing as an apprentice. 📽️Learn more about Lauren's journey in our short video below

From Henton et al. (2004): How can we put people and places on a shared pathway that celebrates all people to improved community health and living standards? And, how can we foster and cultivate strategies and practices that dynamically support people and place collaborating for "making the creative connection" for building a culture of lifelong learning? Henton, D., Melville, J., Walesh, K. (2004). Civic revolutionaries: Igniting the passion for change in America's communities. Jossy-Bass.