Kenny Osorio, PMC, MPA, BA,’s Post

At Operation Gateway, advocacy is at the core of all we do. We are staffed with Community Health Workers and one of the primary components of effective community health work is TRUST!!! How do you keep the flame of trust burning??? T R A N S P A R E N C Y Check out our year to date graphic. You will see how we use our resources. We have served 167 members and this is how the money spends!!! We are wide open with it because we love our community and we appreciate all of our partners. We do our best to connect with the case managers in the prison but they are short staffed and we work around by way of in reach process that OG COOP created in partnership with Brent Bailey at the Local Reentry Council and we also get community referrals from family members and other partners that provide services. We do what we have to do and CHWs are experts at figuring it out. IF YOU KNOW, YOU KNOW!!! We don’t just talk about “wraparound services,” we do this. Practical, tangible tactics!!! It’s only the beginning! #reentry #prisonreform #reformreentry #equity #access #impact #transparency #flyhighisaaccolemen #vayastrong #healthyopportunitiespilot #oghop #impacthealth #impactrecidivism #stigmaslayers #sdoh #minoritymentalhealthawarenessmonth #mentalhealthishealth

Criticism Mounts Over Government's Plan to Send Elderly Stipends via M-Pesa The government's decision to shift the disbursement of monthly stipends to elderly citizens through M-Pesa faces backlash from advocacy groups, with concerns raised over potential conflicts and exploitation within families. Joyce Kairu, CEO of Purity Elderly Care Foundation, warns that the move could expose vulnerable seniors to financial risks and exacerbate familial tensions. She calls for a more inclusive and secure process to safeguard the welfare of the elderly population. #ElderlyCare #GovernmentPolicy #FinancialSecurity #InuaJamii #Mpesa #Advocacy 𝐼𝑚𝑎𝑔𝑒 | 𝐴𝑓𝑟𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑛 𝐵𝑢𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑠

#SocialWorkMonth is all about #EmpoweringSocial Workers to inspire action and lead change. NASW is proud to support social workers to succeed in their careers through personal and professional development, advocacy initiatives, community engagement, and more. Learn how #NASW supports social workers. https://bit.ly/3TBukDf

As a social worker, my focus has always been on making a difference in the lives of children, especially those who face challenges and need support to thrive. My work involves creating safe environments where children can express themselves freely. I help connect families to essential services like education, healthcare, and counseling, ensuring every child has a chance to grow up healthy and secure. Whether it’s advocating for their rights, or addressing issues like trauma and neglect, my goal is to bring hope and opportunities to their lives. Every child deserves a bright future, and social workers are often the bridge to that better tomorrow. It’s fulfilling to be part of their journey toward stability, growth, and happiness. How can we work together to improve the lives of vulnerable children in our communities? #SocialWork #SupportingChildren #Advocacy #MakingADifference #ChildWelfare

Back on advocacy today and the different Types of Advocacies in Health and Care. What we really see here at Migraine Ireland is 3 different types of activity which in a way are all intertwined but can be very powerful on their own.  Self-Advocacy Empowerment: Encouraging individuals to speak up for their own needs and preferences. Education: Providing information and tools to help individuals understand their health conditions, treatment options, and rights. Individual Advocacy Case Advocacy: Involves working directly with patients and families to address specific issues, such as accessing a particular treatment or resolving a complaint about care. Peer Advocacy Support from someone with similar experiences, often found in mental health or disability services. Systemic Advocacy Policy Advocacy: Engaging in efforts to influence public policies, laws, or regulations to improve health services and reduce inequalities. Community Advocacy: Involves working with communities to address common health issues and barriers to care. #migraine #advocacy #health #speakup

Back on advocacy today and the different Types of Advocacies in Health and Care. What we really see here at Migraine Ireland is 3 different types of activity which in a way are all intertwined but can be very powerful on their own. Self-Advocacy Empowerment: Encouraging individuals to speak up for their own needs and preferences. Education: Providing information and tools to help individuals understand their health conditions, treatment options, and rights. Individual Advocacy Case Advocacy: Involves working directly with patients and families to address specific issues, such as accessing a particular treatment or resolving a complaint about care. Peer Advocacy Support from someone with similar experiences, often found in mental health or disability services. Systemic Advocacy Policy Advocacy: Engaging in efforts to influence public policies, laws, or regulations to improve health services and reduce inequalities. Community Advocacy: Involves working with communities to address common health issues and barriers to care. #migraine #advocacy #health #speakup

We seek your input to shape our focus on public policy issues in 2024. Your ratings on key policy areas will guide strategic priorities and initiatives throughout the year. The survey results will influence our priority-setting process, inform discussions within our Government Relations team, and be presented during National Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month. Your engagement in this survey is pivotal in ensuring that we remain at the forefront of advocating for policies that address the diverse needs of our community. We appreciate your dedication to shaping a more inclusive and supportive future for the limb loss and limb difference community. Together, we can make a lasting impact on public policy in 2024 and beyond. Take the survey here: https://bit.ly/3w73BoV #AmputeeCoalition #AmputeeStrong #Amputees #Amputee #AmputeeLife #LimbDifference #LimbLoss #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityInclusion #Inclusion #InclusionaMtters #NoAmputeeAlone #PublicPolicy #PublicPolicyIssues #Advocacy #Advocate #DisabilityAdvocacy

Empowering residents and patients with compassion and support, social workers are the unsung heroes of aged care and hospitals. From emotional support to advocacy and community connections, their role is indispensable in promoting holistic well-being. 🌟 #SocialWork #NestRecruitment #AgedCare #HospitalCare #HolisticCare #HealthcareSupport

Advocacy a noble professionand not a business: Advocacy is indeed considered a profession rather than a business. While advocacy work may involve strategies and tactics similar to those used in business, such as communication, negotiation, and networking, the primary goal of advocacy is to promote social change, advance public policy, and protect the rights and interests of individuals or groups. Advocates typically work in non-profit organizations, government agencies, or as independent consultants, focusing on issues such as human rights, social justice, environmental protection, and public health. Their ultimate aim is to create a positive impact on society rather than generating profit, distinguishing advocacy as a profession centered on social good and communal welfare.

In the Comprehensive Support for Businesses section of our 2025 Legislative Agenda, we dive deeper into the topics surrounding the successful attraction and retention of businesses. We cover issues such as: ✔️ Small Business Support - Business Resources & Business Friendliness ✔️ Assisting the Office Market in Repositioning and Filling Buildings ✔️ Childcare ✔️ Workforce Development ✔️ And more! Read the full agenda here: https://lnkd.in/g_B_PZZr #legislativeagenda #advocacy #localadvocacy #businesscommunity #chamberofcommerce