.@NCFImpact invites you to apply: @themapfund seeks to support artistic production as the critical foundation of imagining and co-creating a more equitable and vibrant society. Deadline: May 27, 2022 mapfund.submittable.com/submit
“Walking the talk. Advancing justice.”
Learn how Just Futures supports an innovative values-based approach to asset development and wealth creation for nonprofit workers. Via @NCFImpactjustfutures.co
Black people are diagnosed with serious illnesses at higher rates than white individuals and die at a younger age, yet the odds of having a #palliativecare encounter is 1/3 lower for Black patients.
What are opportunities to address this alarming inequity? bettercareplaybook.org/_blog/2022/19/…
.@PamelaBurdman's op-ed, "Math should be a gateway to student success, not a gatekeeper. Encouraging more students to pursue degrees in STEM should begin by making math more engaging, relevant, and inclusive for all students." Via @sciamscientificamerican.com/article/to-kee…
The @WindcallOrg Residency application period is now open. If you’re working to make social, environmental, or economic changes, you might need a chance to step back and catch your breath. Apply now here: windcall.org
#DYK National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is safe, free, and anonymous? On April 30th, drop off expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs, no questions asked. Find a collection site near you. @HRSAgov://bit.ly/36alDdd bit.ly/36alDdd
#COVID19 vaccines help protect people from getting seriously ill. Staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines is especially important if you are 65+ or have a health condition that increases your risk of getting very sick.
@MedicareGov: bit.ly/3u3wsHF
Excluding & criminalizing migrants living with disabilities in the U.S. goes all the way back to the Immigration Act of 1882. Join @gcirtweets' webinar, exploring how using a #disability justice lens can strengthen efforts to advance #immigrant justice. buff.ly/368HxwX
.@TheAABLI Board Leadership Program is open for enrollment. Complete your application today for the early bird special.
(Payment options available. Email [email protected])
For more information: bit.ly/AABLIblpenroll
.@Respect_Ability: Disabled workers earned 26 percent less than non-disabled in 2020. Researchers said the statistic doesn't include the workers with disabilities working for pay below the federal minimum wage. via @Newsweeknewsweek.com/disabled-worke…
"Everyone deserves to be safe in their own community."
@HopeAndHealFund and GIH Funding Partner @calwellness recently co-authored an op-ed that recommends working within the community to develop long-term strategies for gun violence prevention.
calmatters.org/commentary/202…
.@DCJusticeLab develops The Racial Equity Impact Analysis to understand gun violence and how it affects communities differently. Learn more about bringing racial equity to violence prevention.
twitter.com/MBK_Alliance/s…
A new poll by @greatschoolsla shows L.A. voters are in strong agreement that there's a "digital divide" in education; 73% do not believe every neighborhood has a good school. via @latimeslatimes.com/california/sto…
Excluding & criminalizing migrants living with disabilities in the U.S. goes all the way back to the Immigration Act of 1882. Join @gcirtweets' webinar, exploring how using a #disability justice lens can strengthen efforts to advance #immigrant justice. buff.ly/368HxwX
.@YoungWomenFree is launching a new Economic Empowerment Program on May 1st for young people age 14-25 with a risk of exploitation or who’ve been caught up in cycles of violence. For inquiries, reach out to Analisa Ruiz at [email protected]
.@NogoingbackLA is bringing awareness to #FairHousingMonth. When a health emergency combines with unstable housing in LA, our community suffers the consequences. We need a comprehensive approach to alleviate these realities.
Read their report here: buff.ly/3Mv1wWq
Join @LCHC_CA for a presentation on the expansion of MediCal for people age 50 and older, regardless of immigration status - Wednesday, April 27, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm.
Join on Zoom: bit.ly/plvlourdes or on LCHC's Facebook Live
.@LegalAidAtWork's Central Valley Workers' Rights team has been doing in-person tabling at different community events to let CV workers know about their rights. Please reach out via email at [email protected] or call 209-497-4399.
Exploring ideas of identity, power, and belonging in the United States, Talking Back to Power: Projects by Aram Han Sifuentes presents garments, banners, samplers, quilts, and sculptures that highlight American immigrant experiences. @Skirball_LA: skirball.org/exhibitions/ta…
Wow! Huge congratulations to all the recipients of these incredible grants provided by our client @calwellness to help advance health equity in California. 👏😃✨
Truly inspiring work being done, and we can't wait to continue to follow their exquisite journeytwitter.com/calwellness/st…fm
.@Respect_Ability says "It is pretty simple – if you don’t have a very real need to use a #disabled toilet, then don’t use it. This is because, for many people, the need is very real.” metro.co.uk/2022/04/23/if-…
.@HopeAndHealFund reports - More domestic violence calls to police involved firearms in 2020 than in any year since 2001—an early sign that victims may be at a higher risk of serious injury or death. ppic.org/blog/fewer-dom…
.@CABMOCFunders highlights @LAist's recent article ‘A Sea of Black Mens’ Faces’: LA’s Black Homelessness Crisis. The history of systemic racism & disinvestment which led to Los Angeles’ Black homelessness crisis. Learn more here: laist.com/news/housing-h…
@CEO_CalWellness I am inspired by your leadership, impact, and many powerful stories. Thank you. “Our sector can change lives with smart, thoughtful, and effective philanthropy.” @calwellness#Harambee2022
.@CoroSoCal is hiring for a VP of Growth, a new role at Coro and an incredible opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in non-profit/social sector recruitment, sales and partnerships. Visit bit.ly/VPGrowth to learn more and apply.
Join @CCAEJ and the IE on Sunday May 1st as they celebrate May Day 2022 with a march, live music, food, and a resource fair! The march will be 2 miles long and is completely optional. If you’d like to participate. #IEMayDay2022#RiseofTheWorkingClassIE
Essential California: A Venice monument to Mexican American railroad workers. Laborers known as traqueros were instrumental in building rail lines in L.A. and the West. via @CoCoSouthLA@latimeslatimes.com/california/new…