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A Call for Unity and Safety in Our Community Community Members, I hope this letter finds you in good health and spirits, despite the challenging times we find ourselves in. Today, I write to you with a heavy heart, as we mourn the loss of an Oakland police officer who tragically lost their life while on duty. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the impact that gun violence can have on our communities. I understand that there is a strain in our community when it comes to the relationship between law enforcement and the community. However, when a life is taken so tragically, it affects each and every one of us. It is during times like these, when tensions are high and hearts are heavy, that we must come together as a community. I implore both community members and law enforcement officers to take a pause during these trying times. Let us prioritize safety and unity above all else. It is crucial that we work towards building bridges of understanding and trust between law enforcement and the community. By doing so, we can create a safer and more harmonious environment for all. I also ask that we keep the affected families in our thoughts and prayers. They are going through unimaginable pain and loss, and it is our duty as a community to support them in any way we can. Let us extend our compassion and empathy to those who have been impacted by today's tragic events. In the face of adversity, it is important that we stand together as a united community. Let us not allow this incident to further divide us, but instead, let it serve as a catalyst for positive change. Together, we can work towards creating a safer and more inclusive community for everyone. Please stay safe during these challenging times, and remember to look out for one another. Together, we can overcome any obstacles that come our way. With heartfelt condolences and solidarity, Jon Henry Both Sides Of The Conversation Changing The Narrative From Our Voices. Www.BSOTC.org #OPD #bsotc #StandTogetherNow

A Call for Unity and Safety in Our Community Community Members, I hope this letter finds you in good health and spirits, despite the challenging times we find ourselves in. Today, I write to you with a heavy heart, as we mourn the loss of an Oakland police officer who tragically lost their life while on duty. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the impact that gun violence can have on our communities. I understand that there is a strain in our community when it comes to the relationship between law enforcement and the community. However, when a life is taken so tragically, it affects each and every one of us. It is during times like these, when tensions are high and hearts are heavy, that we must come together as a community. I implore both community members and law enforcement officers to take a pause during these trying times. Let us prioritize safety and unity above all else. It is crucial that we work towards building bridges of understanding and trust between law enforcement and the community. By doing so, we can create a safer and more harmonious environment for all. I also ask that we keep the affected families in our thoughts and prayers. They are going through unimaginable pain and loss, and it is our duty as a community to support them in any way we can. Let us extend our compassion and empathy to those who have been impacted by today's tragic events. In the face of adversity, it is important that we stand together as a united community. Let us not allow this incident to further divide us, but instead, let it serve as a catalyst for positive change. Together, we can work towards creating a safer and more inclusive community for everyone. Please stay safe during these challenging times, and remember to look out for one another. Together, we can overcome any obstacles that come our way. With heartfelt condolences and solidarity, Jon Henry Both Sides Of The Conversation Changing The Narrative From Our Voices. Www.BSOTC.org #OPD #bsotc #StandTogetherNow

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At YWCA, our commitment to creating positive change is unwavering. We're thrilled to share YWCA's Annual Impact Report for FY2023. This comprehensive report highlights programs, initiatives, and services that have made a significant impact in the lives of individuals and the communities we serve. Visit https://buff.ly/3ZecUxF to review the report and witness the transformative work happening at the YWCA! #YWCAENS #AnnualReport

Check out this post from SAFY of America, sharing the incredible work done by Parent Partners. Don't miss the rest of the "Video Perspectives from the Field" series, offering engaging insights from family court judges, peer support partners, clinicians, and others working to reunite families: s.uconn.edu/nfrm2024 #ReunificationMonth #ReunificationMatters #ReunificationMonth2024

Get your head in the game as we chat with our MVP 2023 Black Professional Summit speakers via IG Live fireside chats TONIGHT! &"Join us at 6PM with Timothy Merriman Jr (@tim_merriman_jr) to discuss building and investing in urban communities. To learn more about the 2023 Black Professionals Summit visit us at bpsummit.org #BlackProfessionalsNetwork #UrbanDevelopment #BusinessConference #BlackProfessionalsSummit #2023BPNSummit #BPSummit

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Being a Repair participant has been a great tool of transformation in my life. Today I’m proud to say that I have successfully graduated as a “ Youth Envoy for Peace and Democracy “. It has been a great experience. The Second Semester of the REPAIR series had as theme “PEACE BUILDING LOCAL GOVERNANCE AND LEADERSHIP “. We were enlightened on the following topics; 👉🏾 Conflict/ Context Analysis 👉🏾Understanding the Basic concepts of Peace Building 👉🏾The Impact of past trauma on Leadership 👉🏾Local Governance 👉🏾Community mapping 👉🏾Community Engagement methods 👉🏾Decision making and delegation in Leadership 👉🏾Intergrity- A core value for Leadership 👉🏾Strategy for Advocacy and Engagement with public institutions. Thank You NewSETA and NED for this empowering experience. Now I can confidently say to myself, I AM GREAT I HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO TRANSFORM THIS COUNTRY. Remember if you don’t take a bold step to do something it will never be done. Let’s work together to make a unique difference in our various communities and the world at large. #REPAIR #NEwSETA #NED #YouthonPurpose #YouthenvoyforPeaceandDemocracy #ServingHumanity