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As a proud alumnus of this program (2020-2021), I encourage those who are interested to apply and take advantage of the office hours to talk with some amazing alumni throughout the application process. About Champions for Change: In Champions for Change, you’ll grow in your abilities as a values-driven leader. You’ll uncover the implicit and explicit ways race has impacted your lived-experiences. You’ll practice dialogue across identity. And you’ll conspire with others to spur change towards racial co-liberation. Through this experience, you’ll: ✅Deepen your understanding and skills for advancing social and racial justice, equity and inclusion. ✅Enhance your emotional skills and practices of courage, resilience and compassion to sustain justice work. ✅Honor the wisdom and experiences of the CFC community by uplifting their knowledge and expertise. ✅Strengthen your relationships with other justice-focused leaders across SE Michigan who are focused on racial justice. ✅Identify and upend unjust policies, practices and procedures within your spheres of influence. ✅Create the conditions for more BIPOC leaders to grow in their leadership across sectors and industries in SE Michigan.

It is important to acknowledge when our leaders do the right thing, regardless of our political affiliations. In this case, the First Minister of Scotland has brought attention to a concerning issue in the job market. Audit Scotland reports that only 4.5% of Scots identify as non-white, yet our government has not provided sufficient evidence of fair and equal treatment in the job market for this demographic. It is crucial that we, as a country, utilize the talents of our diverse population to overcome the challenges we face. It is unfair and unwise to undervalue a sector of the population that has higher education and skills. As patriotic Scots who care about our country, we must ask ourselves why we are not doing better to use the talents of our non-white community. Let us work towards creating a welcoming and fair country that values all of its citizens. https://lnkd.in/ew7fcTRr

Black Americans continue to face systemic inequalities that disproportionately impact their health, safety, and economic well-being. 💔 Therefore, many local organizations in San Francisco are working to address this injustice by aiding unhoused Black residents in three impactful ways: ✊🏾 1️⃣ They provide emergency and temporary shelter along with basic necessities like food and clothing. 2️⃣ Their job training and placement programs help individuals gain career-ready skills, build professional networks within the San Francisco community, and secure living wage employment in the city. 3️⃣ They connect residents to social services, legal aid, healthcare, and other resources. #blacklivesmattertoo #blackequity #racialjusticenow #housingjustice #endhomelessnessnow 

TBT - Did you know that Sargent Shriver drafted the Equal Opportunity Act, signed into law in 1964? Then, President Johnson asked Shriver to assist in setting up the Office of Economic Opportunity. #WeR1000Strong #CommunityAction60 Learn about Semcac, Community Action Agency's history at https://lnkd.in/dEYwgg8

On June 5, 1973, Doris A. Davis of Compton, California became the first African American woman to govern a metropolitan city. Davis entered politics in 1965 when she beat 28-year incumbent Clyde Harland and became Compton's first African American city clerk. She won re-election in 1969 with over 80 percent of the vote. During that period the city that had once briefly (1949-1950) been home to George H.W. Bush and his family, now changed dramatically. After the 1965 Watts riot in neighboring Los Angeles, Compton received an influx of African Americans who made the city 70% black by 1970 and much more impoverished. While Davis had won in, and served as city clerk in, a mostly white city, by the time she was elected mayor in 1973, the city was radically different. The citizens of Compton now faced high crime rates, the emergence of gangs, and high unemployment. Davis attempted to bring change to Compton. Davis’s mayoral campaign had called for an annexation program to increase tax revenues. She also urged hiring police to reduce the crime rate and create job opportunities by luring employers to the city. During her first summer in office, she opened the city’s elementary schools for recreational programs to keep kids off the streets. Most of her efforts were unsuccessful. After four years in office, she did not seek re-election. #womenshistory #blackhistory #americanhistory #blackmenspeakpodcast

Nonprofit leaders - This article has great examples of engagement at all levels, check it out (it only takes a few minutes) Thanks for writing and sharing this Elaina Bedio! #advocacy #civicengagement #makingmissionshappen

Justice is fundamentally about the equitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and responsibilities, ensuring that every individual receives what they deserve. Rooted deeply in the principle of equality, justice asserts that every person, irrespective of their background or status, is entitled to the same rights and opportunities. This principle not only establishes a societal framework but also serves as a universal connector, harmonizing individual actions with the collective welfare of society. The symbol of Lady Justice, blindfolded, embodies this commitment to impartiality and equality. Her blindfold signifies that justice should be administered without bias, treating everyone equally under the law. This ideal of blind, impartial justice resonates with the core principles of human rights, which advocate for the intrinsic dignity and equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family.

🌟 Celebrating Juneteenth at Pacer Staffing 🌟 Today, we honor Juneteenth, a day that marks a pivotal moment in American history—the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in 1865. As we reflect on this significant milestone, we also recognize the ongoing journey toward equality and justice for all. At Pacer Staffing, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every voice is heard, and every story is valued. Juneteenth serves as a reminder of the importance of these values and the role we each play in creating a more equitable society. In celebration of Juneteenth, we encourage our team and community to: - Educate: Learn about the history and significance of Juneteenth. - Reflect: Consider the progress we have made and the work that still lies ahead. - Engage: Participate in local events and support Black-owned businesses. - Act: Advocate for policies and practices that promote equality and inclusion. Together, let's honor the past, celebrate the present, and build a future where freedom and justice are truly for all. #Juneteenth #PacerStaffing #DiversityAndInclusion #TogetherWeRise

Direct, personal engagement is one of the most effective ways to increase voter turnout, especially among people who are less inclined to vote. But these organizations have been facing challenges. Neill Coleman, director of GoVoteNYC, and Melody Lopez, co-executive director for New York Civic Engagement Table, shares how they are addressing these challenges, including: 1. Ensuring the safety of canvassers, by giving them organizational branding like T-shirts to identify themselves, establishing check-in procedures, and providing de-escalation training. 2. Pivoting from text-messaging to working with trusted leaders in religious communities and in-person conversations where community members gather: bodegas, barber shops, beauty salons, and braiders.   3. Engaging young voters by speaking directly to issues that matter to them and clearing up misinformation they may have heard on social media. Read the full article now on Candid insights: https://lnkd.in/eQ4_6CJA

Last Thursday evening, 3/21, we and E.A.T. held a Racial Unity Dialogue with Black and Brown workers at the Westside Justice Center, 601 S. California Ave. Twenty workers gathered together - twelve Black workers and eight Latinx/immigrant workers heard each other's stories, connected, & reflected on our common oppression. They listened to a brief presentation on the issue of jobs by Kevin Johnson, Lead Organizer of Working Family Solidarity (WFS) and Maurice Woodard (Organizing Director of E.A.T.) to begin the Dialogue. Four participants formed a panel and responded to the presentation, which was followed by an open dialogue. Some of the points that were touched on during the evening: --Low-income Black and Latinx/immigrant workers are both desperately struggling to survive, but we rarely view each other as allies. --We compete with each other for low-wage jobs with no benefits. --A few participants noted that it's the first time they sat down and heard other workers' (from other races/ethnicities) stories, & got to know others a little bit. --Black workers are usually locked out of certain jobs, while Latinx workers are often preferred for especially difficult and dangerous work. --Several participants said they are willing to find ways to support workers of other races and ethnicities. --Numerous WFS members asked if they can participate in our next Racial Unity Dialogue. WFS & E.A.T will continue with these Dialogues in 2024, bringing together Black and Latinx/immigrant workers to talk with each other, learn from each other, and find ways to be stronger together as we struggle for economic stability and against racism. Working Family Solidarity would like to thank the Grand Victoria Foundation, and Healing Illinois (via the Field Foundation). Links to websites: Equity And Transformation (E.A.T.):  www.eatchicago.org Grand Victoria Foundation:  www.grandvictoriafdn.org Healing Illinois at the Field Foundation:  https://lnkd.in/eTTHbes8