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Felicidades Leonor Branch! #SistersinService I'm immensely proud to be a part of this remarkable organization where community means collaboration, growth, and success. Here's to a decade of empowerment, and to many more to come! ???? #BALSAFoundation #LatinoEntrepreneurs #BALSAFam #LearningSeries #tenyearsservingfirsttimeentrepreneus #firsttimeentrepreneurs #SmallBusiness #STLbiz #smallbiz

I have been reflecting on the books I read in March for awhile uncertain how to summarize their impact. They have caused me to think much more frequently about my privilege in trusting in the rule of law. Both these books, "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson and "Heretic" by Ayaan Hirsi Ali, have moved me to support each of the authors in their charities: EJI and AHA (more information below). The following are quotes from each book that have echoed in my mind. I hope you read the books for yourself. “Proximity has taught me some basic and humbling truths, including this vital lesson: Each of us is more than the worst thing we’ve ever done. My work with the poor and the incarcerated has persuaded me that the opposite of poverty is not wealth; the opposite of poverty is justice. Finally, I’ve come to believe that the true measure of our commitment to justice, the character of our society, our commitment to the rule of law, fairness, and equality cannot be measured by how we treat the rich, the powerful, the privileged, and the respected among us. The true measure of our character is how we treat the poor, the disfavored, the accused, the incarcerated, and the condemned.” ― Bryan Stevenson, Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption “Hard as it may be for many Western academics to believe, when people commit violent acts in the name of religion, they are not trying somehow to dignify their underlying socioeconomic or political grievances.” ― Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Heretic: Why Islam Needs a Reformation Now Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) is an organization working to end mass incarceration and excessive punishment in the United States, to challenge racial and economic injustice, and to protect basic human rights for the most vulnerable people in American society. For more information about EJI, check them out online at www.eji.org. AHA Foundation works to liberate women and girls from oppressive traditional practices that violate their human rights. You can get involved by reading AHA recommended books (I have finished four so far). https://lnkd.in/eVNXJ-gX (and you can join me in donating too). #BookRecommendation

Today is International Non-Binary People's Day. At AuthoraCare Collective, we realize there’s still a lot of work to be done to ensure the protection and rights of our nonbinary friends. On this day, we celebrate them. #InternationalNonBinaryPeoplesDay #CEOAction #yourstory #ourexpertcare

Did you know that behind the statistics lies the intricate journey of women facing homelessness? At NEW, we're not just addressing homelessness; we're unraveling the layers of systemic, medical, and personal traumas to pave the way for empowering, long-term support. Join us in rewriting stories of resilience and strength. ?? Learn more about New Endeavors by Women here: https://bit.ly/m/NEBW

?? Have you heard the inspiring story of how two LDS women helped launch a world-class children's hospital penny by penny? From mentoring to volunteer matching, Project Elect is here to support women in public service. #WomenInPolitics #LDSWomen #PublicService #ProjectElect ?? Check out the incredible article here: [link]

History tells us that women have always been change-makers. Today is the anniversary of the Mud March – the first large-scale women’s procession through London,?organised by the National Union of Women’s Suffrage Societies to raise awareness of a private member’s bill calling for women’s suffrage. This LSE blog explains more about the march?https://bit.ly/4bvBY96 It's a fascinating event to celebrate and reminds us how crucial?women’s and girls’ organisations are –?and always have been – to the fabric of society. Crucial to us having good laws, good public policy, and good politics. They work tirelessly to tackle inequality, discrimination, and injustice. Every bit of progress in culture, law, policy, and practice in women’s and girls’ lives over the last 200 years has been pioneered by women and girls organising and mobilising. So much of what we take for granted now: equal pay legislation, support for women prisoners, domestic violence refuges, rape crisis helplines, reproductive support, childcare, maternity rights, pensions for part-time workers, or the simple right for women to have access to their own bank accounts – every single one of these has been fought for and sustained by the collective effort of women. Yet our sector is chronically under-funded. Just 1.8% of charitable funding goes to organisations run by women and girls for the benefit of women and girls. ?? This must change ?? Rosa is an expert funder of women’s and girls’ organisations. We understand the context in which women’s and girls’ organisations operate. We have expertise and robust due diligence processes that mean funding goes where it is most needed and it is well spent. We reach organisations many donors wouldn’t be able to fund directly without building up a significant grant-making infrastructure. Through a single donation to Rosa, donors can reach a wide range of organisations, issues and regions. Find out more about how you can support us to support women’s and girls’ organisations to keep making change that benefits all of us:?https://lnkd.in/esAetPnN #charityfundraising?#philanthropy?#womenandgirls?#charity

?? MARCH WITH US FOR ORANGE SHIRT DAY! ?? Do you have your orange shirt ready for September 30th, a symbol of our National Day for Truth and Reconciliation? *** On this day, it is crucial we reaffirm our commitment to Indigenous women and children and to their right to justice, equality, and security. Recent events remind us that systemic racism continues to pose significant challenges for Indigenous peoples across the country. *** Statistics clearly highlight the disproportionate risk of violence faced by Indigenous women in Canada and the unfortunate upward trend in these numbers – underscoring an immediate need for targeted interventions to address this ongoing crisis. For more information, click here: https://lnkd.in/eFDCg6-z

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. On this day (and every day) practice standing up for human rights and #FightRacism. In fact, we’d love to hear in the comments how you stand up for human rights. For inspiration on how you can take action, visit the #StandUp4HumanRights website. https://ow.ly/Labh50Ql4WT #psychologicalhealthandsafety #mentalhealth #workplacementalhealth #positivepsychology #inclusion #stopdiscrimanation

Calling All Business Owners who want a business that runs smooth and life that brings you joy! My friend Carrie Graham, PhD is hosting an event that you'll want to get in on! Lawd knows we could all use a little order in our work life with an abundance of joy right?! The Strategy Summit is a 90-day online implementation experience for women who want a strategy to expand their business-- and align your lifestyle! Check her page for the deets and the post below! #Businessowners #womeninbusiness #strategy #lifestyle

First Nations women are 33 times more likely to be hospitalised as a result of family violence, which is predominantly perpetrated by cis gender white men. Understanding the barriers to help seeking and our own privilege and power while working in systems of oppression is critical in building culturally safe service delivery when preventing and responding to First Nations women experiencing violence. Ochre Ribbon week is an opportunity to continue learning from truth telling and to understand the devastating impacts of violence as well as recognising and celebrating the incredible work of First Nations organisations like DjirraVIC. We must also acknowledge the ongoing resilience and courage of First Nations people who continue to face discrimination, racism and oppression.