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Our Big Promise: Championing Diversity Beyond Race Equality Week Wrapping up Race Equality Week with Day 5, and what a journey it's been! 🌟 At Agency Connection, we're not just participants; we're passionate advocates for change. Born from the realisation of racial inequality in adoption and fostering, we've been on a mission to make a real difference. 🚀 This week has been a testament to our commitment, working hand-in-hand with organisations across England to ensure every child finds a family that celebrates diversity. 🤝 Today, we're not just celebrating the end of REM Week; we're reaffirming our pledge to stand against racism and micro-aggressions wherever we see them ✨ Our promise goes beyond words: We're committed to enriching children's education with stories and perspectives from all walks of life, continuing our book donations to schools since 2022. 📚 But our journey doesn't stop here. Our book donation initiative has touched hearts, opened minds, and showcased the power of diverse stories in schools. From the constant checkouts in my daughter's school library, we see the impact – children crave these narratives, and it's our cue to do more! 🌟 ❓What books could you suggest or donate to your local school library? To learn more, go to the Race Equality Matters website link in the comments ======================================== Hello! 👋 I'm Ade Larigo, I specialise in helping you attract and retain committed adopters and foster carers, particularly those who understand the needs of Black children and young people. 🚀 Interested in how I can assist? Drop me a DM! 💌 Don't forget to follow 👉🏽 #AdeAspires, activate notifications 🔔, and stay connected for more insights. 🤍💛💙 #RaceEqualityWeek2024 #Race Equality #ListenActChange #ItsEveryone’sBusiness #REW2024 #DiversityInAdoption #AgencyConnection

Black nonprofits are pivotal agents of social progress, leading the charge for racial equality and justice. They address the specific needs and challenges of Black communities, driving transformative change and advocating for inclusivity and equity in society. 🌟 #NonprofitReport #Gratitude #closethegivinggap #Giving #StateofBlackNonprofitsReport

❓ What is rainbow washing? In many American localities (and digital media), Pride Month is an explosively colorful time of the year. Hosts of Pride flags and rainbow decor seem to appear overnight in preparation for June 1. Businesses are also quick to demonstrate their support for the holiday. Everything from shampoo to tennis shoes gets a month-long repackaging in Pride flag paraphernalia. An outside observer may initially be moved by these outward displays of solidarity with the LGBTQIA community. However, a closer inspection reveals something different. For many organizations, the rainbow packaging is simply a veneer of support used to sidestep responsibility for fostering LGBTQIA inclusion. This “rainbow washing” allows businesses to say they value inclusion without having to address the systemic barriers that stand in the way of that inclusion. In its mildest form, rainbow washing is a marketing ploy that appropriates Pride imagery to sell products without providing tangible support for LGBTQIA individuals. In worse manifestations, businesses may even sell Pride merchandise while actively supporting anti-LGBTQIA organizations. How to avoid rainbow washing: 1. Go beyond meaningless token gestures 2. Donate to and volunteer with pro-LGBTQIA causes 3. Elevate LGBTQIA voices 4. Champion a culture of inclusion and belonging 5. Acknowledge LGBTQIA history (the good and the bad) You can read the full article at this link (paywall): https://lnkd.in/eAMyMSSg.

Happy Pride! It is only fitting that we release our 2023 Annual Review this month, a time where we celebrate not just our existence, but our joy. Of course, this celebration and commitment shouldn’t last for one month—it is a year-round call to action. Our 2023 Annual Review is a testimony to 12 months of our membership organizing for a world where we are all free. We invite you to reflect on our work in 2023, which included the addition of vital new members to our team, the launch of "Justice Ain't Cheap: A Queer Philanthropy Podcast," the return of the Funding Forward conference, and much more. Read the annual review here: bit.ly/flgbtqannualrev2023

This post perfectly articulates the need for a shift in focus within the DEI industry. By acknowledging its roots in the Civil Rights Movement and the fight against White supremacy, we can begin to dismantle systemic inequities and work towards true justice and equality. The emphasis on values, history, and collective action is crucial for meaningful change. It's time for DEI efforts to move beyond surface-level engagement and profit-driven motivations to truly address the issues. #antiracist #diversity #inclusion #equity

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, marking the end of slavery in the U.S. On June 19, 1865, the last enslaved people in Texas learned of their freedom. Here are some ways to celebrate: 📚 **Educate Yourself**: Learn about Juneteenth’s history and share resources. 🛍️ **Support Black-Owned Businesses**: Boost economic empowerment. 🎉 **Attend Events**: Join local parades, festivals, and educational events. 💸 **Donate**: Contribute to organizations promoting racial justice. 🗣️ **Engage in Conversations**: Discuss racial issues and advocate for equality. 📝 **Reflect**: Consider how you can help further justice and equality. Let’s honor this day with respect, awareness, and action. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #Equality #Inclusion #BlackHistory #CelebrateFreedom

Our Commemorate Juneteenth resource guide will inspire you with ideas for this year's Juneteenth celebration. Whether you're starting fresh or enhancing existing traditions, here are some meaningful steps: 📚 Educate: Share articles, literature, podcasts, and films to deepen your team's understanding of Juneteenth's significance. Consider bringing in experts for advanced learning. 💬 Discuss: Host panels or create spaces for dialogue, allowing employees to share their perspectives and experiences related to Juneteenth and racial equality. 🤲 Give: Organize volunteer opportunities or fundraisers to support racial justice initiatives. Donations to relevant causes can make a tangible difference. For resources and ideas, check out the Commemorate Juneteenth resource guide, which includes links to the National Museum of African American History and Culture’s “Juneteenth Digital Toolkit” and History.com’s “What Is Juneteenth?” Let’s honor Juneteenth with knowledge, conversation, and action. Together, we can create a more inclusive and informed workplace. Sign up at DEIinContext.com for your free Commemorate Juneteenth resource guide today! #Juneteenth #Inclusion #CorporateResponsibility #RacialJustice

ICYMI: Gender equality and justice cannot truly be achieved without including and uplifting LGBTIQ people. Likewise, the wider movement for queer liberation must prioritize and support lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex, and queer (LBTIQ) women. Centering LBTIQ voices, addressing their unique needs, and allocating more resources toward groups led by and focused on LBTIQ women make gender-focused philanthropic initiatives more inclusive, effective, and impactful and enrich our movements as a whole. Our lives and our rights are intertwined, and our activism and philanthropy must be, too.

Here are three questions with Senior Marketing Specialist Sydney Polski, who shows that advocating for DEI can be done in many ways. This is the next post in our series for Women’s History Month, as we highlight Schwegman staff and attorneys who carry out the 2024 theme of “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion” (https://bit.ly/3Taj92K). 1.What pursuits are you involved with, to advocate for DEI? “To advocate for DEI, I am involved in the SLW Academy, the DEI committee's Workweek Challenges, and Women in IP. Through these projects, we lift up voices for marginalized communities and learn how to be better advocates. Through these projects, I myself learn a lot by creating information to help/teach others! Outside of work, I am an advocate for people with mental and physical disabilities as a committee member for Living Well Disability services. I find it important to include this because DEI is not only race, ethnicity, and gender but also ability.” 2. What motivates you to advocate for DEI? “I am motivated to advocate for DEI because I have read a lot about the intricacies and history of inclusion. I want to push DEI initiatives toward a greater understanding of inequity. It is not simply cut and dry; rather, the next step for many DEI initiatives is to consider intersectionalities between race, ethnicity, gender, and class. Each work with each other to develop unique identities that deliver unique perspectives and challenges.” 3. What are some of the things you enjoy about DEI? “I enjoy that DEI uplifts everyone. I find it very empowering that I am able to use my voice for good.” #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHistoryMonth2024

Julia’s words embody the spirit of resilience and creativity that drives feminist movements worldwide. In 1997, Urgent Action Fund for Feminist Activism was founded when feminist activists around the world called for a new grantmaking model that could provide quick, flexible funding to support their crucial work. Despite some progress, the current funding landscape is still far from adequate to respond to the needs and demands of the feminist movements. Our new 18-minute documentary, The Chorus We Carry, takes a close look at philanthropy and the lack of resourcing available for feminist organizations, movements, and activists. Watch it now and discover how we can shift greater power, resources, and protection to frontline feminist movements fighting for a just and equitable world for us all. https://lnkd.in/eBqWbEVs