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With just over a year and a half in my position as the Youth Services Coordinator at the International Rescue Committee, I have been reflecting on some things I have learned that I wish I knew at the start of my career! 1. Data: Nothing gets done without data! Shout out to Alex Laywell for introducing me to the importance of data collection and tracking. If I want to propose change or improve services, I need data to prove what our clients needs are. 2. Leadership: Promotions and high positions do not qualify me as a leader but how I empathize, trust my staff and exemplify the IRCs mission and values do. 3. Advocacy: Advocacy is not only an external struggle but can be internal too. I have learned that I sometimes have to advocate more for my clients to HQ/SLT, funders and other departments than within the community. 4. Mentorship: Find a person in the office you admire and learn from them. I learned to ask for advice often and be open to feedback. Rachel Worley has been instramental in pushing me to learn, grow and achieve more than I thought I could! I am so grateful for my team, my supervisors and my coworkers turned friends who have supported and encouraged me so far. I am excited to see what the future hold and the growth that is coming! #refugee #resettlement #youthprogramming #yayyouth!

📧 When we say you’re missing out by not subscribing to our newsletter, we ain’t lyin’! On top of a UKY4N roundup, we shared a bunch of incredible job and training opportunities for young people, a selection of great upcoming events (all free to attend!), and some of the news stories we’ve all been talking about. 📬 Do not fear - just because you weren’t subscribed to the last one, you can still access all of our previous newsletters. But, it might just be worth it so you don’t miss another! https://ow.ly/rwKf50RWIIG #YoungProfessionals #NextGenLeaders #EmergingLeaders #YouthEmpowerment #YouthForClimate #YouthInConservation #FutureLeaders #StudentLeaders #WildlifeConservation

Happy International Youth Day!! As we mark International Youth Day, Safe Space Development Foundation(SHADEF) reaffirms its commitment to empowering young people to become active agents of positive change in their communities. We believe that young people have the potential to drive sustainable development and social progress. CELEBRATING YOUTH POTENTIAL On this Day, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of young people who are already making a difference in their communities. We recognize their creativity, energy, and resilience in the face of challenges. We invite more young people to join us in: 1. Mentoring and training programs that enhance skills and knowledge. 2. Community service initiatives that promote social responsibility. 3. Advocacy campaigns that address pressing environmental issues affecting young people. 4. Collaborative projects that foster innovation through recycling And as we commemorate this Day, We reaffirm our dedicationto protecting the rights of children and young adults to a clean and safe environment. We recognize the pressing need to tackle climate change and promote climate justice to ensure a thriving future for generations to come. #SHADEF #InternationalYouthDay #SustainableDevelopment

Unequal opportunities translates into unequal outcomes by the time children reach the age of five. - Project Syndicate. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3ynMPmx #FairStart #unequalopportunities #unequaloutcomes #ageoffive

Unequal opportunities translates into unequal outcomes by the time children reach the age of five. - Project Syndicate. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3ynMPmx #FairStart #unequalopportunities #unequaloutcomes #ageoffive

How to Volunteer When You’re Under 18 Finding the perfect volunteer opportunity as a student can be a transformative experience, offering a chance to make a positive impact while developing valuable skills and meeting like-minded peers. Whether your interests lie in education, environmental conservation, healthcare, or the arts, there are countless ways to get involved and give back to your community. The relevance of volunteering today extends beyond just personal growth; it also addresses pressing societal and environmental issues. For instance, participating in environmental conservation projects helps combat climate change, while volunteering in healthcare settings provides essential support to vulnerable populations. As young volunteers engage in these activities, they develop a sense of empathy, social responsibility, and a deeper understanding of global challenges. This early involvement not only empowers them to become active citizens but also lays the groundwork for a lifetime of civic engagement and leadership. At Ámaxa, we are dedicated to helping students find meaningful volunteer opportunities that align with their interests and passions. We believe that everyone, regardless of age, can make a difference. Our organization connects young volunteers with various projects and initiatives, providing them with the resources and support needed to succeed. Whether you're interested in community service, environmental advocacy, or cultural enrichment, Ámaxa is here to guide you in making a positive impact. Join us and discover how you can contribute to a better future for all. Click here to learn more https://lnkd.in/gRFYiCrJ 🌎🌿🤝 #VolunteerUnder18 #YouthEmpowerment #MakeADifference #CommunityService #EnvironmentalConservation #SocialResponsibility #Amaxa #VolunteerOpportunities #FutureLeaders #CivicEngagement

Insightful as always, thank you Michel Bauwens. I would like to argue that we need to go beyond the commons and find this social cohesion through both immanence and transcendence. We need to embrace our spiritual nature, to experience what being alive really means, to expand our consciousness and to become what we are meant to be. The paradigm shift is a new state of being, a new way to be in the world. The "Manifesto for a Civil Society in Service of Life" presents 10 rallying points intended to serve as a foundation for our common projects in service of Life. It’s been signed already by more than 1700 people and 16 collectives in the francophonie. This deep transformation is under way driven by Life itself and more and more people are joining a movement that goes well beyond the usual boundaries of social, economical or political concepts and affiliations. Manifesto in French: https://lnkd.in/eFVZccVu Google translated version : https://lnkd.in/eBwJ9mP9

Thanks for further sharing my new Substack post: * Cosmo-local identities: We need a scalable, networked form of social cohesion How entredonneurs and Everywheres may be constructing a new type of narrative glue, based on the joint construction of the commons https://lnkd.in/gKHpsXUB

The application for the next cohort of the Working Towards Racial Equity (WTRE) Series is now open! What is WTRE? 👇 The Lawrence Hall of Science and Justice Outside launched the Working Towards Racial Equity workshop series in 2018 and are officially ready to invite a new cohort of organizations to participate! This series and associated research study supports environmental and outdoor science organizations (including those dedicated to outdoor learning, #environmentaljustice, #environmentalscience, #environmentalliteracy, youth development, and community development) to build capacity to foster equitable, inclusive, and culturally relevant work environments and organizations. It centers #racialequity in its approach because we recognize that racism is at the heart of inequity in the environmental field and in the United States, broadly. We are accepting applications for 5 mid-sized outdoor science organizations (~20-75 staff) to learn with us. The project will kick off with an in-person convening in February of 2025, and activities (in-person and virtual) will continue through to early 2028. What are you waiting for?! Applications are due May 1st at noon. Visit lwrnce.org/WTRE to learn more and apply. #outdoorscience #outdoorscienceorganization

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE White Mountain Economic Development Awarded MAKE IT Prize Grant from the Department of Energy Phoenix, AZ, 04/12/2024 - White Mountain Economic Development (WMED) is proud to announce that it has been selected as a Phase 1 winner of the Manufacture of Advanced Key Energy Infrastructure Technologies (MAKE IT) Prize: Strategies Track. This prestigious grant, awarded by the Department of Energy (DOE), recognizes WMED's commitment to advancing clean energy manufacturing in collaboration with key partners. The MAKE IT Prize, developed by DOE's Office of Technology Transitions (OTT) in partnership with its Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) and Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), aims to promote domestic manufacturing of critical energy technology components while engaging communities to catalyze manufacturing activity at the regional level. "We are thrilled to be selected as a winner of the MAKE IT Prize Phase 1 grant," said Russ Yelton, Executive Director of White Mountain Economic Development. "This grant will allow us to further our mission of fostering sustainable economic growth and empowering our partner communities through clean energy initiatives." Through this grant, WMED will collaborate with the cities of St. Johns and Showlow, Northland Pioneer College, Navajo County, and Apache County to develop a roadmap for establishing clean energy manufacturing in the region. The project will focus on identifying potential manufacturers, engaging the community, and creating a strategic plan to support clean energy manufacturing initiatives. "In Phase 1 of the MAKE IT Prize: Strategies Track, we outlined our vision for clean energy manufacturing in our region and developed a comprehensive community engagement plan," explained Donald Laughlin, President and CEO at WMED. "Winning this grant validates our efforts and positions us to compete in Phase 2: Create, where we will further refine our concept roadmap and engage potential manufacturers." WMED and its partners are excited to participate in this groundbreaking initiative, which aligns with the DOE's goal of promoting resilient, secure, and diverse supply chains and domestic manufacturing capabilities to maximize the benefits of federal investments in climate and clean energy. About White Mountain Economic Development: White Mountain Economic Development (WMED) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering sustainable economic growth and empowering communities in eastern Arizona. Through strategic partnerships and initiatives, WMED works to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and workforce development to create a thriving economy for all residents. #MAKEITPrize #ZeroCarbon #Manufacturing #CleanEnergy #SupplyChain #AmericanMade Contact: Russ Yelton Executive Director White Mountain Economic Development 828.582.6323 [email protected] www.wmedev.org