Conrad N. Hilton Foundation

Language is more than just a mode of communication. For Indigenous communities, it is a vital means to keeping their culture and history alive. ? Our partners at the Keres Children’s Learning Center are exemplifying this by incorporating Indigenous language immersion and teacher training into early childhood education in New Mexico. ? As we celebrate Native American Heritage Month, we invite you to learn more about these crucial efforts to preserve the rich histories and contributions of Indigenous populations in the U.S. This includes the leadership of Regis Pecos in building the capacity of Tribal communities to implement locally led Indigenous early childhood development programs. Read more: https://lnkd.in/geuuPEnR

"When you educate one girl, you will have educated the entire society." Sr. Josephine Kangogo emphasizes the transformative power of education for women and girls, enabling them to lead safe and independent lives. ? Many Catholic sisters globally dedicate their lives to educating women and girls who lack access to it, providing job and skills training to open up economic opportunities and protect them from gender-based violence. ? Sisters like Sr. Josephine work in under-resourced communities, and it's crucial to support these local efforts to reach the most vulnerable women and girls. #16Days #NoExcuse #SistersLead

We’re taking steps to help communities across the world improve access to safe and reliable drinking water services. Our latest initiative, in partnership with the Government of Ethiopia, the private sector and Winrock International, provided a solar-powered water pump to a rural community in Ethiopia. Learn more about how public-private partnerships to promote climate-resilient safe water solutions are making an impact: https://lnkd.in/g4f6ixJ3 Nabil Chemaly Brett Gleitsmann Kie Riedel Carly Olenick Lauren Post Thomas Karissa Oien

Sr. Francisca Ngozi is a true champion of human rights in Nigeria, dedicated to uplifting women and girls through advocacy and research. Recently, she received the prestigious Opus Prize for her efforts as the Founder of the Centre for Women Studies and Intervention. This organization supports women, girls and boys to realize their full potential through education, economic empowerment and leadership. ? Sr. Ngozi is one of many Catholic sisters leading extraordinary efforts to uphold human dignity. Our #SistersLead series will spotlight these incredible leaders from the worldwide network of Catholic sisters, showcasing their work in hard-to-reach communities and their navigation of complex issues, often with little support. Join us to learn what it takes to solve humanitarian crises at the grassroots level, where the sisters closest to the challenges their communities face are best equipped to implement solutions.

The Kulea Watoto initiative's two-generation approach ensures refugee and migrant kids get the care they need to grow up healthy, while their parents and caregivers earn an income, boosting their host communities in Uganda. ? We're focused on helping caregivers meet their basic needs, so they can better support their children and help local economies thrive. Through our partnership with the International Rescue Committee and local organizations in Uganda, Kulea Watoto fosters refugee self-reliance and helps children have reliable access to education and nurturing care for healthy development. ? Photo credit: Jonathan Ssekitondo, International Rescue Committee. #WorldChildrensDay

Africa hosts a large number of the world's refugees and migrant population, many fleeing conflict, economic instability, or environmental crises. Ensuring their well-being and integration with their host communities is crucial. Join our partners at Instiglio for a panel on "Social Protection for Migrants and Displaced Persons in Africa: Milestones and Challenges." Register for the webinar on Friday, November 22, from 10 am - 12 pm EAT, and join the conversation: https://bit.ly/4fEcw2p

Every child needs the five components of nurturing care for a strong start in life. In East and Southern Africa, our partners promote healthy growth for young children through integrated programs, public awareness, and community partnerships, ensuring vital resources and support for both caregivers and their children. On #WorldChildrensDay, we celebrate the success of early childhood development (ECD) programs. Still, the sector remains underfunded and overlooked. To reach the 350 million children still in need, global leaders must invest in nurturing care practices, unlocking potential for generations to come. Learn more about our ECD partners: ChildFund International, Girl Effect, Kidogo, and Wona Sonana in Mozambique.

The next 1,000 days, from ages 2-5, are crucial for building on early childhood development, setting children on a path to healthy growth and learning. The Lancet's new series about the ‘next 1,000 days’ of a child’s life explores how quality early childhood programs can create lasting benefits. Join Early Childhood Development Action Network (ECDAN)'s webinar on November 19 at 1 pm GMT to deep dive into the series launch. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e7pgMSFd

Sr. Jane Wakahiu recently celebrated the 60th Anniversary of the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA). As the head of our Catholic Sisters initiative, Sr. Jane has collaborated with CARA's leaders, including Fr. Tom Gaunt and Sr. Mary Bendyna, on groundbreaking research into the conditions of aging Catholic sisters and elderly care. Their studies, spanning seven countries, including India, Mexico, and several African nations, have paved the way for creating elderly care networks, empowering religious institutions and communities to better address the complex needs of their aging members. Sr. Jane shares more about the importance of our partner's work to support aging sisters: https://lnkd.in/gvjfMjSS

Each year, about 1,000 youth age out of foster care in Los Angeles, with many facing homelessness. It’s #YouthHOPEMonth, an opportunity to raise awareness of the systemic issues that contribute to this crisis as well as the programs that can prevent it. The California Policy Lab’s new report gathers insights from former foster youth and staff, offering key recommendations for policies and programs to help youth transition safely into housing. Read the full report for more on ending homelessness for youth leaving foster care: https://lnkd.in/dyCWVSXX