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This year's Lake Nona Impact Forum #LNIF24 is shining a spotlight on women's health. But the question looms: Will the perspectives, innovations, empowerment, and research related to #widows find a place at the table? My experience from last year's forum revealed a glaring omission—despite the backdrop of a pandemic that significantly increased the number of #widows, their health challenges and adversities weren't addressed even once. This oversight sparked a fire in me, leading me to pen “Reimagining a Future for Widows’ Health: The Next 20 Years”. It's a call to action, urging us to weave the threads of #widowhood into the broader tapestry of women's health discussions and initiatives. From #LNIF24 posts, “It's time to rewrite the narrative and place women's health at the forefront where it rightfully belongs, ensuring that every woman feels heard, supported, and empowered on.” When we say EVERY woman, let's not forget that includes WIDOWS too. #widowadvocate #invisiblewomen #widowhood #womenshealth #inclusion

The Care Forest is a platform created by doulas for doulas as a safe place for mutual aid. As a cofounder of the Care Forest and a full-time birth worker, I'm utilizing the Care Forest to engage in discussions and provide mentorship to doulas about creating and maintaining a sustainable doula business. The impact that community-based doulas have in birthing spaces have been a hot topic. We are often viewed as mitigators to our country's maternal health crisis, especially with reducing the morbidity and mortality rates that disproportionally affect Black women. Despite the evidence-backed research that shows how valuable we are, the rates that doulas are paid often do not reflect this. If you're a doula, doula support person, or another type of birth worker, join the Care Forest and let's discuss how we can support one in another to ensure that we are receiving equitable compensation for the work and skills that we provide our community. https://lnkd.in/e43fix47

Is anyone else nervous that this weeks party manifestos are going to fall short of the ambition needed to genuinely address the challenges we're facing? Well, we are. So today we're sharing our anti-manifesto.. In it, we explore three big picture agendas and some of the efforts from parties so far to speak to them. So far the politics of 'same but better' has prevailed, but we don't think that's enough to deliver on an optimistic future. These agenda's take us beyond the way things are. Where manifestos set out how policy will change, our anti-manifesto challenges us to think about what systemic change they should aim for. A bid to join up current disparate commitments related to care into a bolder vision of a more caring future economy. https://lnkd.in/ekEvEjbM

⚕ Rural hospitals are essential to the health and well-being of communities. Yet, they face unique challenges that can make it difficult to stay afloat. ⚕ Strategies for Turnaround: 1️⃣ Financial Restructuring and Stabilization 2️⃣ Service Line Optimization 3️⃣ Workforce Recruitment and Retention 4️⃣ Community Engagement and Collaboration 5️⃣ Quality Improvement Initiatives Learn how one rural hospital was able to turn things around: ✍🏻: Hannah Kay Herdlinger #RuralHealthcare #RuralHealthcareLeadership #HospitalAdministration #HealthcareCoaching #KashboxCoaching

Did you know that early bird pricing is still available for #WalkWithMe2024? Register by April 12 to attend the only Canadian conference bringing together a diverse group of changemakers focused on transforming the culture of aging: Join passionate #olderadults, #researchers, #carepartners, and leaders from the senior living sector to share innovative approaches to social models of care: https://lnkd.in/gZ5iDjz3

Content note – this post discusses death and grief Yesterday we hosted a conference on women’s health at The King's Fund. A theme of the day – and of the breakout session I chaired – was ensuring women are listened to by health care professionals. In the session, we had a VCS leader and campaigner talking about experiences where women haven’t been listened to, and a GP and a NHS CEO in conversation with her about the issues and the changes needed. The GP also shared some of her lived experience, and the conversation highlighted the inefficiency of not listening to women and the distress it can cause. The conversation around improvement focused on a need for impatience and a sense of urgency to address this, a focus on people in their whole contexts and a need for services and professionals to stay curious. It was a really insightful and honest conversation, and it felt so good to talk about these things with an audience of interested health system professionals. Yesterday evening, I heard the news that a mutual on Twitter (someone I follow and followed me, we’d never met but had engaged with each others’ content) had died. Her last tweets were about trying to seek help and feeling left alone to deal with her health issues. We had a lot of similarities – similar age, lesbian identity, academic, interest in trauma and mental health. The news was like a physical weight on me, heavy, not just unexpected because of who she was, but also how affected I felt despite having only had a fleeting online connection with her. I think part of this was how much it resonated with the topics we were discussing in my panel. Introducing the session, I mentioned one of my own experiences of not being heard, and made a comment about the range of impacts, from annoying, to actively dangerous. This was a real life example of that danger – and a woman is now dead because of it. She deserved so much better. She’s not the first, she sadly won’t be the last. And it’s so vital we keep highlighting and supporting those who advocate on these issues and try to change them. This is life or death. Rest in peace, @TraumaPHDandMe

In today's world, businesses have a unique opportunity and responsibility to make a positive impact on the communities they serve. It goes beyond mere profitability; it's about being purpose-driven and giving back to the very communities that support us. Let's explore the importance of businesses embracing a purpose-driven approach and the incredible results it can yield. First and foremost, expressing gratitude for the communities that nurture our businesses is paramount. As entrepreneurs and leaders, we owe our success to the individuals, families, and organizations that stand by us. By showing gratitude, we acknowledge their support and build stronger, more meaningful connections. Let's remember that our businesses are not isolated entities, but interconnected parts of a larger ecosystem. Moreover, giving back to address specific needs within the areas we operate is an integral part of being purpose-driven. Each community has unique challenges that require tailored solutions. By understanding these needs and actively working towards addressing them, businesses can create a lasting positive impact. Whether it's supporting education, healthcare, or environmental initiatives, every effort counts. Together, we can uplift and empower the communities we serve. Furthermore, supporting social improvement measures through partnerships or direct giving is crucial. Collaboration with nonprofits, social enterprises, and community organizations allows us to amplify our impact. By joining forces, we can tackle complex societal issues more effectively. By investing in initiatives that promote equality, sustainability, and social justice, we contribute to a better future for all. At NVLTY Coffee Co, we believe in putting our purpose into action. We are proud to announce that we are pledging 10% of sales from all our products to Feeding America. We recognize the growing issue of food insecurity in communities across America, especially in these challenging times. By partnering with Feeding America, we aim to address this critical need and make a tangible difference in the lives of those facing hunger. Together, let's embrace the power of purpose-driven business. By expressing gratitude, giving back to our communities, and supporting social improvement measures, we can create a more inclusive and sustainable world. Join us in this journey of positive impact. #PurposeDrivenBusiness #Gratitude #GivingBack #SocialImpact #NVLTYCoffeeCo #FeedingAmerica Keep making a difference!

425%. 425%. 425%!!!! 🤯🤯🤯 That's the ROI employers see by helping their employees find affordable child care. Like Reshma Saujani said — if any other investment had this return, it'd be a no brainer. In fact, it'd be financial negligence. Businesses can change policy. The private sector can lead the way. Your organization can finish the fight for gender equality — by finishing the fight for moms. Take 8-minutes— or 2x it and take 4! — and listen to this talk. Phew. It's a good one. #childcarecrisis #affordablechildcare #childcarebenefits #workingmoms #workingmom #workingparents #workingparent

Being a sponsor of the 2024 Business of Aging event places your business at the heart of a successful event addressing the important issues around housing, technology, and healthcare for older adults. This year's theme will center around innovations in Housing for Older Adults. The U.S. housing market finds itself at a pivotal moment: an acute housing supply shortage of about 4 million units coupled with historic home price appreciation have led to a crisis in affordability. Nearly half (46%) of Ohio's renters experienced housing cost burden, and almost a quarter (24%) experienced severe housing cost burden.   Our panelists this year are experts in thinking outside the box and collectively moving the needle of change for sustainable innovative ideas in housing for older adults. As a sponsor of this annual event, your business will demonstrate the importance of raising awareness of the needs of our aging population. The audience will be sophisticated leaders in housing, technology, and healthcare. Following the event, the recorded video will be shared with our network of partners and leaders, and will include logos of all 2024 sponsors. Learn more below: https://lnkd.in/eq5VVfRc

Whose Table is it? Imagine a table where change-makers gather, voices fueled by passion for justice and equality. This table isn't just about discussions; it's about acknowledging the dynamics that shape our conversations. When activists, organizers, and supporters unite, the question arises: whose table is it, and whose room? In the world of justice movements, these conversations are vital, yet power dynamics are ever-present. Philanthropists fund essential work, influencing the table and seating arrangements. It's time to recognize this reality and strive for equitable spaces where resources meet needs without overshadowing voices. Let's reshape these dynamics for a more inclusive and impactful dialogue. #PowerDynamics #EquitableConversations #JusticeForAll #GatheringGround Read this insightful Article: