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As we observe Memorial Day, let's remember the bravery and sacrifice of those who served. 🇺🇸 It's a day of reflection and gratitude, reminding us of the values that drive us to serve our community with integrity and dedication. This Memorial Day, we are harnessing the power of personalized engagement and emotional connections; check out our latest blog post, https://lnkd.in/gSNDt4Up #MemorialDay #HonorAndServe #DigitalMarketingEthics #CommunityFirst #ReflectionAndGratitude

Key take aways for me: It's important to understand that poverty is commonly defined by income level. In 2021, a household of three people that had a combined income of less than $21,559 was considered to be in poverty. (Why is this a key take away for me? Because people use the terms #poor and #poverty interchangeably and they aren't. The word poor conjures up one of two images 1.) The #welfarequeen stereotype - "welfare queen" refers to women who misuse or collect excessive welfare benefits through #fraud, #childendangerment or #manipulation 2.) The definition of the word, when applied to people instantly frames them as less than and introduces - even subconsciously- the idea of "deserving" and "undeserving" poor. poor 1. lacking sufficient money to live at a standard considered comfortable or normal in a society. 2. worse than is usual, expected, or desirable; of a low or inferior standard or quality. "many people are eating a very poor diet") As of 2019, the last year with complete data, the median wealth of Black households was just $9,000—compared to $160,000 for white people. (Black people men and women are over represented in #lowwage positions and that is due to #systemicracism - something in 2023, we habe trouble actually saying on a public stage.) In 1961, African Americans had 12 cents for every dollar of wealth of non-Black Americans. By 2019, that figure had risen to just 18 cents. The American Housing and Economic Mobility Act would invest $445 billion in a national Housing Trust Fund to help first-time home buyers in formerly redlined or segregated areas. And legislation like the American Opportunity Act, which would seed federal "baby bond" accounts for all children, could rapidly reduce racial inequality while easing poverty for all Americans. Reparations targeted to the African American community offer the most direct and cost-efficient means to move our country beyond the racial wealth divide upon which it was founded. (The #Decendants Documentary is the single strongest argument for reparations black people have right now. Whereas most black people in this country are hard pressed to identify their enslaved ancestors, the descendants of the slave ship #Clotilda have definitive proof of who their #ancestors are, how they got to America, who was responsible, how the slave holders benefited from their labor, the period of time which they labored 1860-1865, what happened to them at the end of the civil war, and where they ended up #AfricaTown. The story of the former slaves was documented and recorded by ZoraNealHurston in 1927 and the people lived well into the 40s. Their stories are contemporary to our lives. My neighbor was born in 1943. Theirs is a clearly documented story yet there's all kinds of people scrambling to monetized their story but the people are still trying to do what they've been doing, seek justice for their ancestors and that's the one thing in which no one else seems to be interested.

Our people are our power. This Giving Tuesday, support our people powered movement: https://bit.ly/3MXBiyr Whether it’s: ▶️ Our grassroots partners who are on the frontlines fighting for voting rights, education justice, and a world free of police and mass incarceration. ▶️ Our staff of lawyers, organizers, and strategists who use their expertise to collaborate with our partners to build local sustainable power. ▶️ Our board of directors of movement leaders who help steward leadership, or ▶️ Our donors who fund our work both big and small. It is these people– those who you may see or work behind the scenes– who dedicate their lives to bringing about a just world where our communities can thrive. Click https://bit.ly/3MXBiyr today to support the people behind our movement.

Our people are our power. This Giving Tuesday, support our people powered movement: https://bit.ly/3MXBiyr Whether it’s: ▶️ Our grassroots partners who are on the frontlines fighting for voting rights, education justice, and a world free of police and mass incarceration. ▶️ Our staff of lawyers, organizers, and strategists who use their expertise to collaborate with our partners to build local sustainable power. ▶️ Our board of directors of movement leaders who help steward leadership, or ▶️ Our donors who fund our work both big and small. It is these people– those who you may see or work behind the scenes– who dedicate their lives to bringing about a just world where our communities can thrive. Click https://bit.ly/3MXBiyr today to support the people behind our movement.

There is a surge in property values among Black homeowners nationwide, notably in Midwestern and Southern regions, which could help lessen the racial wealth disparity. This increase is linked to factors like a booming housing market during the pandemic and initiatives aimed at addressing biased property appraisals, marking a positive turn from years of undervaluation in Black communities. Read more: https://loom.ly/lDHSLYQ States Newsroom #RacialWealthDisparity #HomeownerEquity #philanthropy

We should be clear that our movements and movement leaders are targets for right-wing disinformation, legislation, strategy, and violence. And those attacks are well-funded.

On June 19, 1865, two years after Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas and told the enslaved people that they were free, and that the Civil War was over. The first Juneteenth celebration was the next year in Galveston, and today Americans everywhere honor this day. How you can celebrate and support on Juneteenth and every day: Educate yourself: Learn about and understand the history and significance of Juneteenth. Support black-owned businesses and creatives: Help impact economic disparities and catalyze positive social change. Participate in events: Join local events, parades, and gatherings. Donate: Support organizations working toward equity and racial justice. Amplify voices: Share learning opportunities, stories, art, and achievements of Black individuals and communities. Juneteenth is an American holiday–a chance for us to honor and acknowledge the fullness of America and its history.

Mass incarceration disproportionately impacts BIPOC individuals in the United States. African Americans make up 13% of the population but count for 41% of people on death row. Racial disparities exist at every level from misdemeanor arrests to executions. The Equal Justice Initiative is committed to ending mass incarceration and excessive punishment in the United States and challenging racial and economic injustice. EJI opened the Legacy Museum and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice where over 600,000 people have come to learn, remember, and commit to truth telling about our history. Dream Corps’ mission is to close prison doors and open doors of opportunity across racial, social, and partisan lines. Dream has helped return more than 7,000 people home from prison. This Black History Month consider supporting these organizations and their missions to strive for a more equitable society. For more personalized giving recommendations, contact our Philanthropy Advisor Emily Ball: goodnation.io/donors - #blackhistorymonth #philanthropy #philanthropyadvising ⁠#nonprofits #socialimpact