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"Institutions that frame DEI efforts around the singular focus of the bottom line miss the mark and perpetuate systems fundamentally built on inequity". Great article Amira Barger, MBA,CVA,CFRE. DEI practitioners, leaders and all who are championing Equality and Antiracism, please read and share your thoughts. I would love to hear your views on this. https://lnkd.in/eYz9Nkqb

At Social Justice Collective we talk about why we need to move from DEI to anti-oppression. This is powerfully and beautifully explored in this article by Amira Barger, MBA,CVA,CFRE. A few quotes here and the full article linked below... "Having acknowledged the historical reality and trauma of racism, how we fashion our arguments for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion has repercussions. The imperative for DEI often begins with the business case—the bottom line—because key stakeholders require this to justify the time, money, and energy invested. While nonprofit organizations acquire money differently than corporations, they are still beholden to the capitalist engine that drives everything. Institutions that frame DEI efforts around the singular focus of the bottom line miss the mark and perpetuate systems fundamentally built on inequity." "To start, I believe it looks like an organization actively committed to a set of values. To achieve real change, those values must be rooted in a formal acknowledgment of the organization’s history, and complicity in oppression and inequity of any form. That commitment then serves as a base from which we can apply each argument and build an accompanying action plan, and truly begin the work toward tangible, sustainable change." "The work is about the balance of justice—not bottom lines and not benevolence. If your intent is to feel good by doing good for others or to make more money, you are already behind the curve." "The most impactful work happens when and where we understand ourselves as a part of the tapestry. I am reminded of author Ijeoma Oluo’s quote, “The beauty of anti-racism is that you don’t have to pretend to be free of racism to be an anti-racist. Anti-racism is the commitment to fight racism wherever you find it, including in yourself. And it’s the only way forward.”" https://lnkd.in/e68DE7ac

The onus was on me at my church's youth department week celebration to speak and I spoke about the youth and their civic engagement.I took examples from the life of reputable men and women in the bible who due to their civic engagement brought lasting change to their community.I admonished the church to consider their civic engagement.Examples were taken from the life of Deborah,Esther, David, Jeremiah and Daniel.I encouraged us all to discover our passion, purpose and potential to make us more viable because we would need money for any endeavor even as little as a bottle of oil.Scripture verses were Jeremiah 1:4-10, Daniel 6:3, Romans 13:1-6, Luke 10: 25-37.Gen 1:27-28(I used this verse to speak about the youth and governance). What is meant by civic engagement? Well I got these few. Civic engagement or civic participation is any individual or group activities addressing issues of public concern. Civic engagement includes communities working together or individuals alone both political and non political actions to protect public values or make a change in the community. It involves ways citizens participate In the life of the community to improve the conditions of others. Examples of Civic engagement are political engagement, community engagement,civic skills engagement and social justice engagement. The pleasure is always mine to impact. CVM Latter Rain Harvest Ministries Côté d'ivoire #everyonefollowers #civicengagement #youthdevelopment

Dive into the second installment of our new series on racial equity! "Exploring Pathways to Racial Justice and Equity" elevates key themes from our in-depth discussions with BUILD community partners on what advancing racial justice really looks like for community collaboratives. Read more on these insights here: https://lnkd.in/gYMsh7DX

"I have read perspectives from philanthropy leaders offering hopes for a commitment to pluralism, unity, and bridge-building. Polarization and divisiveness are presented as twin plagues threatening our democracy. But this analysis is fundamentally flawed. Polarization and divisiveness are symptoms of the problem, not the problems themselves. Until we address the root causes of the injustices that sow division, any sense of unity is inauthentic and disproportionately taxes those most proximate to the harm. To preserve democracy, we must first acknowledge that the promise of American democracy has yet to be fully realized. By demonizing resistance and minimizing it as divisive, we place the burden to take the high road on the most disadvantaged. Philanthropy has the moral responsibility to support those committed to the ever-enduring struggle for a more just world. To preserve democracy, we must first acknowledge that the promise of American democracy has yet to be fully realized, in large part due to the vestiges of slavery in our political systems. Recognizing that truth, we can meaningfully grapple with the role that philanthropy can play in sustaining democracy. Most importantly, we can stand on the side of justice, eschew the convenience of neutrality, and provide long-term, at-scale support for social movements."

San Diego has a rich history of social justice activism.     As San Diego’s largest regional community foundation, San Diego Foundation (SDF) focuses its efforts on identifying and addressing our county’s greatest needs, many of which overlap with racial and social justice issues.     Learn more about how we’re working to accelerate access to economic opportunity and remove barriers that have historically stood in the path of inclusion, making San Diego County a better, stronger and more equitable region.    Learn more about social justice activism in San Diego: https://bit.ly/3XIwTWk     #SocialJustice #Blog #EqualRights

🌟 Civic Leadership: The Key to Achieving Social Change! 🌟 A recent dive into the invaluable role of civic leadership in fostering civic engagement and advocating for social change got me reflecting on how profoundly impactful such initiatives can be. Civic leadership goes beyond political positions—it's about empowering citizens to take charge and make a difference in their communities. From my own experiences, whether it's organizing a local cleanup or leading a community forum, the skills and connections developed through civic engagement are irreplaceable. Each action, no matter how small, builds towards a collective strength capable of monumental transformations. The article reminded me of historical movements like the Civil Rights Movement and Women's Suffrage. These movements were driven by citizens who stood up, led by example, and weren't afraid to demand change. Their leadership reshaped societies! 💬 So, how can you become a more active civic leader in your community? Start by volunteering or joining local advocacy groups. Remember, every small effort counts! 👏 Also, why not share your experiences or thoughts on how civic leadership has influenced your community? Let's inspire each other to make a difference! Join the conversation by commenting below or sharing this post! Let’s empower and learn from one another to foster strong, vibrant communities. 🔗✨ #CivicLeadership #SocialChange #CommunityEngagement #Volunteering #LeadershipDevelopment #CivicEngagement #Bethechange #KirkMayes https://lnkd.in/gZUETjQV

Since 2020, there's been an urgency to address racial inequities in the social sector, especially around access to power. We were curious if since then more people of color serving in nonprofit leadership roles. The answer is yes, and no. Mantin Diomandé, lead research analyst at Candid, digs into archival demographic data to examine whether there has been an increase in racial diversity among nonprofit leaders between 2020 and 2023. Here are our top three takeaways: 1. There were no major shifts in the overall racial representation of nonprofit CEOs at the sector level. 2. Roughly 2% of organizations indicated a change between BIPOC, white, and other leaders each year. 3. When there was a change between BIPOC, white, and other, it was often a shift from a white CEO to a BIPOC CEO. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gHnbWwXp

"We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back." – Malala Yousafzai xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx On 26 November 2007, the General Assembly declared that, starting from the sixty-third session of the General Assembly, 20 February will be celebrated annually as the World Day of Social Justice. Social justice is the view that everyone deserves equal economic, political and social rights and opportunities.There are five main principles of social justice that are paramount to understanding the concept better. Namely, these are access to resources, equity, participation, diversity, and human rights. Tag a Mississauga organization that is a leader in living out the five principles of social justice for women, children, and families. #socialjustice #humanrights #justice #equity #activism #love #community #education #powerof100 #mentalhealth #nonprofit #racialjustice #feminism #bethechange #activist #100womenwhoecaremississauga #equity #freedom #diversity #socialchange

Social Current has been at the forefront of advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) for years. With setbacks like the Supreme Court decision on affirmative action, it's more important than ever to continue this crucial work. Our EDI experts recently authored an article in Nonprofit Business Advisor, where they outline three truths that have emerged in our work to support organizations. Check out their article to learn why we can't afford to turn our backs on EDI. https://ow.ly/mvpf50RPjey #equity #diversity #inclusion #DEI