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MR G is our WHY Our office foster, co-worker & sometimes author of random emails (sorry 😊) Finally found his furever family. Our team couldn’t be happier with the news, and at the same time. We miss him. MR G & so many animals like him at RSPCA QLD, given a second chance are our WHY. For an organisation, WHY is the common thread that inspires and drives passion and purpose for savy teams. Imagine how much your organisation could achieve if your team came to work engaged and inspired. Proud to work for a business that shares similar values? WHY not consider and RSPCA QLD partnership with purpose. [email protected]

Doing our part. Being a part of the South African business community means so much more than providing excellent services, professional opportunities, and thriving facilities and properties. It’s also about contributing to the specific needs of others. The Broll Foundation forms part of exactly that – where we take great pride in Brollies stepping up and stepping out to improve the lives of those around them. Our Brollies have been taking time out of their busy days to do their part for 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day, and were just recently invited to tea with Carolyn Steyn, and members of the 67 Blankets EXCO and Brand Ambassadors. The purpose of this visit? To deliver 25% of the wool that forms part of our commitment to distributing wool to communities with the passion, ability, and drive to knit or crochet blankets for the cause, but don’t have the resources. This is as important a part of this wonderful initiative as making the blankets ourselves, as it demonstrates the value of true empowerment – assisting communities with the resources to make their own impact. Giving so others can be a part of it too. So much of what we do at Broll is about empowerment and enablement – giving our clients the means to do and be their very best. What will your contribution to 67 Blankets be this year? #67Blankets #SuccessStories #GivingBack #GoodNews #Community #RealEstate #ProgressivePropertyPeople

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In organizations that depend on volunteers, it's essential to wholeheartedly appreciate the individuals who generously give their time, as well as the invaluable contributions they make. When this appreciation is genuinely expressed, remarkable achievements become possible. However, if such recognition is lacking, unintended consequences may arise. Embracing and celebrating the selflessness of volunteers not only leads to positive outcomes but also fosters a sense of fulfillment and unity within the organization, creating a win-win scenario for everyone involved. Have you had experiences where you were not valued as a volunteer, conversely have you been valued as a volunteer? What was the outcome in both cases?

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Happy St. Patrick's Day, everyone! 🍀 Today is not just about wearing green or hunting for four-leaf clovers. It's a day steeped in history, celebrating St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, known for bringing Christianity to the island and reportedly using the shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity. But how can we channel the spirit of St. Patrick's Day into property and community management? Easy! Here are a few tips: 🌿 Go Green: Not just with your outfit! Implement eco-friendly practices in your community. Think recycling programs, energy-efficient lighting, and encouraging bike-to-work days. 🎉 Community Engagement: Organize events that bring people together, much like the communal celebrations of St. Patrick's Day. A community potluck or a green-themed party can do wonders for neighborly bonds. 🌍 Inclusivity Matters: St. Patrick's Day is celebrated worldwide, em we bracing people of all backgrounds. Ensure your community feels welcome and valued, regardless of their origin. 📚 Educate and Share: Use your community bulletin or social media to share fun facts about St. Patrick's Day, spreading knowledge and joy. Let's take inspiration from this day to not only wear green but also to think green and act in ways that foster a strong, inclusive, and joyful community. May the luck of the Irish be with you today and always! 🍀🏡🌟 #RESCONGreen #StPatricksDay #CommunityManagement #GoGreen #Inclusivity #Sustainability #PropertyManagement #CelebrateCommunity

I love everything about this post, especially Veronica's words of wisdom to us all at the end. Well done We Are Young (WAY) and of course threesixfive Media Inc. on capturing this moment.

This video almost had me in tears. How dare anyone or any society give girls the impression they are less. One of the reasons I love being a Firefighter is to extinguish this ‘Dream Gap’. Not just for little girls, but also to show little boys that girls can do anything. Changing the narrative must start young. Last year I went to an incident where I was the only female firefighter on scene with four trucks (and about 20 men). Some members of the public gathered nearby, drawn by the flashing lights and hive of activity. There was a little girl, perhaps 5, standing by watching us intently with her mother, who was telling her “look at all the firemen!” I wanted this little girl to see that one day, she could be me. I said hello and explained what we were doing and invited her to ask questions. Her eyes lit up, she smiled and said excitedly - ‘Mummy, mummy - it’s a girl firefighter, I can be one too!’ The profound deeper meaning of her words was a moment I will never forget. This is the reason why I love community events. Driving the trucks. Speaking with bystanders. We are firefighters, not firemen. If I’ve inspired even one little girl to challenge that #DreamGap and reach for the stars, then I think I’ve accomplished something good in life. #firefighter #countryfireauthority #CFA #volunteer #volunteering #volunteerfirefighter #equity #barbie #dreamgap #dreamgapproject #genderequity #genderbias #unconsciousbias

More tips from Bluestone's family psychologist to share with employees.

Beth Chandler has made an indelible mark on our city. I’ve had the honor of serving on the Board of YW Boston since 2018. That was the year that Beth began her leadership as President & CEO of this crucial Boston organization. In 2020, I became the Board Chair, which gave me the opportunity to work more closely with Beth. Beth is stepping down this summer, after 12 years with YW Boston and six as its head. With her guidance and advocacy, YW Boston has made Boston a more equitable place for the benefit of all residents, in particular women of color. Beth stewarded the non-profit through historic challenges, from a complex strategic planning process to navigating the pandemic to selling the landmark Back Bay building. She also seeded the growth of diversity and inclusion throughout our institutions.  I’ve learned a lot from Beth over the years. From her strength—she’s very direct, and stands up for what she believes to be right. From her willingness to listen to different opinions and perspectives, and change her mind. And I particularly appreciate her combination of vision and strategy. Anyone who wants to make transformative change in their organizations can learn lessons from her tenure. When she led us in a deep probe into the meaning of our mission, she helped us focus on who our beneficiaries really are: not just the clients we consulted or the participants in the program, but the colleagues and clients of those people. She saw how YW Boston was a catalyst, inspiring and supporting people to be change agents in their own organizations. I vividly remember when the Board was discussing a tough decision. We’d been losing money on a volunteer-facilitated service. She wanted to hire staff to deliver it more effectively and charge a fee. We were anxious about the risk of hiring people with a budget deficit. Beth presented the alternatives clearly: we could gradually bleed out over time, or we could take this risk and build toward a sustainable model. She recognized it was the time for bold moves. We agreed. And when the demand for DEI services exploded, we had the people we needed and we were well positioned to provide the services. She also knew that boldness isn’t always about expansion. When I joined the board, YW Boston had 10 or 12 programs—we were spread a little thin. Beth and the leadership team honed the portfolio basically to three: Inclusion Boston, LeadBoston, and FYRE. These, along with advocacy campaigns like parity on boards and United Against Racism, share a theory of change: they build a group of people who have a real deep understanding of equity and inclusion, so that they can go back to their organizations and create change.  That vision has helped create a better climate for everyone. I give Beth my gratitude and my personal admiration, for all that she’s done—for YW Boston, for so many organizations that have worked with us, and for the City of Boston. Thank you, Beth. https://wix.to/Rmy6E0N