Macaulay Wray Solicitors’ Post

I have been always drawn to communities, the togetherness of different kinds and yet sceptic about collectives. Some forms are inherited, such as religion or ascendency, like growing up in the Buenos Aires Jewish community; others are tendencies and curiosity, for me was choosing performing arts in all its forms - dance, theater, circus, puppet theater, you name it - as a way to connect with people. In this round, the academic or post-academic it feels a different twist. MEiA brings diversity and yet commonality of an intellectual-research kind that I deeply enjoy. And yet touches upon belonging, connection, and creating a space to meet - in a relatively new country and a learning arena. MEiA Gathering nr. 1

📢 Announcement 📢 It’s been 6 months since the launch of Move Together, Kent and Medway’s strategy for sport and physical activity. There’s already so much going on across the county to get more people, more active, more often. Here's what you, our supporting partners, have told us how you're contributing to increase activity across Kent and Medway 👇 Together we are… Connecting Communities Pledge your support to the Strategy 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e3uT4VQ6

Are you considering joining Rotary? Here's a short video that demonstrates international impact of the work we pursue internationally. https://lnkd.in/e7_p39Yk #ServiceAboveSelf #ActLocallyImpactGlobally

What a great event! The 15th Annual TWU Golf Outing was a rousing success. Union members care and want the best opportunities in life for their children. Our sponsors (Independence Blue Cross and United Concordia Dental) have supported these efforts to provide scholarship opportunities for the last 15 years. Each year at least 10 receipents recieve a college or trade school scholarship. We are enternally grateful. However, what about health equity and necessary work to eliminate health disparities? How do we address the life expectancy in specific zip codes such as 19121 or 19146 or 19131 to list a few? What's being done to address chronic condition such as asthma and obesity? Summer is fast approaching. Where are the sponsorship of gymnasiums or expansion of recreation center hours or corporate (partnership) hiring of life guards for pools? What about sponsoring summer basketball leagues at the local Big 5 universities? What about eliminating food deserts within these zip codes? More can be done to help eliminate the long list of things that negatively impact our collective community.

LinkedIn network - more specifically my fellow Austinites! Many of you have surely seen 'Save Muny' at some point during your time here. As someone who is not a native Austin resident (but a proud student and adopter of its culture), I remember hearing about the cause and feeling called to take action. As an avid golfer, DE&I advocate, and Willie Nelson fan, it just made sense. The more I learned about the history of this course dating back to 1924, the more I was blown away by the impact that a golf course could have. Here's just a few bits of how Muny has impacted Austin for almost a century: - Muny hosts over 60,000 rounds of golf each year, stages more charity tournaments than any other Austin golf course, and is the home course to a dozen middle and high school teams. - Lions annual hosts UIL State Tournaments, junior golf camps and tournaments and The Firecracker, one of the oldest and most prestigious amateur tournaments in Texas.  - Lions Municipal was the first municipal golf course in the South to be peacefully integrated, when two young black caddies played the course in the fall of 1950, and Mayor Taylor Glass said “Let them play!”  Until 1953 it remained the only municipal course in the south where black golfers were welcomed.  Only in ensuing years, did other municipalities in the south open their course to African American players. - Lions sits on a water recharge zone is truly a wildlife sanctuary with some of the most beautiful and oldest heritage oaks in the city.  While I could nerd out about history all day, what's more important is the action plan for the future of Muny. From Save Muny's website, "Once Muny is saved, the Muny Conservancy will restore the historic course with world-renowned golf course architect Coore & Crenshaw, leading the work. In addition, we will expand the driving range and practice pavilion, add new public areas for community events, and most importantly, properly pay tribute to Muny’s history as a Civil Rights Landmark, with a museum and symposiums teaching the importance of what happened at Lions more than 70 years ago." In less time than it took you to read this post, you can take action to help Save Muny! Simply follow the link below and sign the petition to help the Muny Conservancy reach their goal of 25,000 signatures. Hope to see you all out at Muny for years to come. LET THEM PLAY! #SaveMuny #Austinites #Morethanagame https://chng.it/szhZC4QNFr

What are the benefits of becoming a Rotarian? Fun and Fellowship: Enjoy social events, fundraisers, and gatherings that foster a sense of belonging and camaraderie within the Rotary community. Service Opportunities: Engage in meaningful service projects that make a real difference in your community and beyond. Networking: Connect with professionals from various industries, expanding your personal and professional network. Personal Growth: Develop leadership skills, public speaking abilities, and a deeper understanding of local and global issues. International Connections: Access a global network of Rotary clubs, fostering international understanding and collaboration. Community Impact: Be part of impactful initiatives that address pressing community needs, from education to healthcare. Friendship: Build lasting friendships with like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact. Professional Development: Enhance your resume and skills through hands-on leadership opportunities within the club and beyond. Rotary Foundation: Support the Rotary Foundation's initiatives, contributing to global causes and humanitarian efforts. Ethical Standards: Embrace Rotary's core values of integrity, diversity, service, and leadership in your personal and professional life. At Rotary, we need more people like you to join us. Together let's create more positive impact in the world we live. Follow me on Linkedin to know more on Personal Growth, Professional Prosperity. #Rotary #RotaryInternational #PeopleOfAction #RotarianSathish

This Sunday is St Patrick's Day, a day that commemorates the death of Saint Patrick, the foremost patron saint of Ireland. It is truly a day for celebrating Irish culture and heritage 💚 At EA, we are no strangers to celebrating different cultures and will always jump at an opportunity to learn something new. For example, did you know that Saint Patrick wasn't actually Irish? He was actually born in Roman Britain, which is now believed to be somewhere in modern day Scotland or Wales! Find that interesting? Here are our top tips for learning about traditions from other cultures: 🧑🎓 Do Your Own Research: - Try to learn about traditions from another culture using sources like articles, documentaries, and even social media! Understanding the context behind cultural practices will enhance your appreciation and enjoyment of them should you ever get to experience them in person! 👋 Talk to a Local: - Engaging with someone that honours a celebration or tradition as part of their culture will always offer valuable insight! Interacting with locals in this way will not only provide a firsthand explanation of traditions, but also help you to foster connections all over the world! 🧡 Show Respect and Keep an Open Mind: - Acknowledging and respecting differences is so important when learning something new about traditions from another culture. Showing that you are open to learning, and making sure you are being sensitive when asking questions will lead to positive interactions, and, more importantly, will help you to better understand traditions from other cultures! #teamendeavours #eacommunity #culture #team #adventureawaits #charity #stpatricksday

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https://lnkd.in/gS8Gtm9z Honouring mentorship and pondering the parallel universes in the now.