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Life is unpredictable, but saying goodbye shouldn't be.  That's where Mary comes in, your friend at Mueller Memorial, guiding you through the toughest decisions with a gentle touch.  Let's talk about making those final moments as meaningful as the life we celebrate.  Ever thought about leaving a green legacy? Let's chat in the comments. #CommunityCare #NaturalReturn #PrePlanning

As we wrap up #BlackHistoryMonth, we must remember: work needs to be done to combat the problem of disproportionality, which affects black children and families, as well as other minority populations in foster care. As we acknowledge the work of those before us, let us use their example to guide us as we continue working on behalf of the most vulnerable children and families. For more on disproportionality visit https://bit.ly/38aTWvV.

Excellent conversation with Melanie Frazer, ACE and the Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce! Thanks for giving me a platform to share information about the Project SEARCH program. #networking #schooltoworkprogram

How Home Ownership Fuels Black Generational Wealth Explore the powerful advocacy for black ownership and its role in combating gentrification in urban communities. Join our passionate discussion on how home ownership builds generational wealth and transforms lives. Discover the impact of owning property today! #BlackOwnership #Gentrification #GenerationalWealth #HomeOwnership #UrbanDevelopment #CommunityAdvocacy #InvestmentInProperty #WealthBuilding #RealEstateEducation #Empowerment

Hi Morgan No we are not Proud of Mayor Lucas. Repealing NEW ORDINANCE TO CODE BOOKS ORDINANCE NO. 230401 Amending Chapter 3, Code of Ordinances, by repealing Section 3-431, “Setting Goals for Individual Contracts” and enacting in lieu thereof a new section of like number and subject matter regulating the application of numeric MBE/WBE goals on certain projects leased for development or receiving economic development incentives or tax abatement. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY: 2. Ignoring the letter from The Kcmo Fairness Board Chairman & Fairness Committee regarding Civil Rights violations ? Harrasment of minority contractors ? inadequate reporting from Kcmo CREO department ? No Disparity report for 9 years and more ? 2016 Disparity Report below: Department of I think 1.2 minority [participation] and 2.5 WBE [participation], when there was adequate availability of minority and women contractors to meet the City’s standard kind of goal of 15 [percent] and 7 [percent]. They’re diluting the opportunity for minority and women contractors when it comes through the statutory business development organizations, all of whom have different sets of rules..… There ought to be a uniform code that is incorporated in all the development agreements which people in our community never see.… There’s a disconnect. And I realize they’re trying to change some of that now but the insulting part of it was there was more money spent through statutory agencies last year for contracting activities than there were through City departments.… It’s obviously developer driven. By the time we see it the development agreement has already been executed. Caused lack of capital for Jackson County schools and libraries. Mayor Lucas and Insult to African Americans everywhere?

Yesterday I had the pleasure of attending an Open Doors event at the West Scarborough Neighbourhood Community Centre. It was a fabulous event where the community had a chance to celebrate with each other as well as enjoy some yummy treats! It was also an opportunity to discuss the upcoming National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Witnessing traditional indigenous dance and drumming and listening to the speaker talk about the idea of the medicine wheel - sage, cedar, sweetgrass and tobacco made me reflect our history as a country but also my own faith traditions. One of our core tenants of justice is "stand up for truth, even if it's against yourselves (your family, your tribe, your group)". To me, this is the litmus test for your commitment to the idea of truth. It sounds simple enough but so difficult to practice consistently, especially when you perceive the stakes to be very high. Standing up for truth seems to be a no-brainer but if the impacts of doing so adversely affect your world view, business, job, reputation or power, what then? I sometimes ask myself this question in the context of my business. Despite what appear to be the facts, am I holding on to old ideas because "we've always done it this way" or to protect some other dogma or idea I have about myself or my past? I'm not pretending to be an expert this subject nor did I ever study it in depth, but when I think about the history of indigenous peoples in Canada, i feel that we have adopted the stance of "stand up for the truth, except if it's against yourself". In recent years, there has been more of a willingness for our leaders and institutions to take a close hard look at the question of truth. Heck, we even have a national day for it now. Today, Indigenous peoples represent approximately 5% of the population of Canada but 32% of people in custody and 30% of children in foster care. While the truth about things like residential schools and the 60's scoop are now being talked about openly, we can see the legacy of not only their impacts through intergenerational trauma but also the systemic biases still at work today. While the conversation about truth seems to have started, the journey toward reconciliation seems to be a long way off. #westscarborough #truthandreconciliation #community #managedIT

If you aren't following Hearts to Homes, here's my PSA to suggest that you do. Learn more about what happens when foster care ends, and how giving someone a hand up can be life-changing.

“In a city like Evanston, racism comes with a smile and a nod, masked behind progressive facades. But scratch the surface, and you'll find a small group pulling strings, dictating who falls in line and who faces consequences for questioning the status quo. My journey in advocating for direct cash payments as reparations has revealed uncomfortable truths about power dynamics and the lengths some will go to maintain control. Join me in uncovering the complexities of our city and why community engagement is more crucial than ever.” Uncover the full story and dive deep into the heart of the matter with our exclusive blog post on https://lnkd.in/gWncMSWH. Discover the unfiltered truth about Evanston's reparations lawsuit, racial equity, and the battle for justice. Subscribe now to gain access to the complete article and join us in exploring the critical issues shaping our community. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this blog post are solely those of the author, Meleika Gardner, and do not necessarily reflect the views of my co-hosts, Where The People Meet TV, or any affiliated organizations. Each individual associated with our platform may have their own perspectives, and we encourage diverse opinions and discussions on important issues.

😊 CES is very pleased that the findings of our #evaluation of the pilot phase of the Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP) model have informed the national roll out of this important initiative. The evaluation was a formative and summative evaluation. The formative evaluation findings were reported while the pilots were unfolding and informed the real-time implementation of the LCSP model. The summative evaluation captured the learning and early impact of the LCSPs at the end of the pilot period. Overall, the evaluation findings indicate that the LCSP model fits well with the Government’s vision for building stronger and safe communities, and community safety as a whole of Government responsibility with the community voice/involvement as a core feature. The final report sets out recommendations for consideration by the Department of Justice and LCSPs. The recommendations include drawing up a detailed Implementation Plan for the nationwide roll out of LCSPs over the next 5 years, the need for good oversight arrangements for #implementation, and the further development of reliable and useful #data to inform implementation. You can read more about the evaluation here: https://lnkd.in/eUVKypDv

👏 In a recent podcast, Pastor Gabriel Dominguez, Associate Pastor at the Methodist Church in the City of Waco, TX, shared profound insights on how faith-based organizations influence law enforcement culture through community partnerships. Pastor Dominguez emphasized the importance of making community outreach a consistent practice. "We aim for it to be something we do consistently, not just occasionally. Whether it's sponsoring food or engaging creatively with local police departments, the key is consistency," he explained. ✍ A significant moment from the discussion highlighted the value of starting small. Pastor Dominguez noted, "If you're not already engaging with both law enforcement and the community, start small. Local pastors and congregations can be bridge builders." These insights underscore how continuous, genuine engagement by faith-based organizations can positively impact law enforcement culture, fostering trust and collaboration within communities. For those looking to enhance their community engagement strategies, the Law Enforcement Community Engagement Network (LECEN) offers invaluable resources. LECEN provides best practices, peer support, industry expertise, and current research for both sworn and non-sworn personnel in community engagement roles across the nation. Join Pastor Dominguez in fostering lasting bonds between faith-based organizations and law enforcement through consistent community engagement. Discover invaluable resources at Law Enforcement Community Engagement Network (LECEN) for enhanced strategies. Visit https://lnkd.in/edzN4B4a for impactful community building. #lecen #lawenforcement #trustandcollaboration #buildingbonds