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Today marks the 5th anniversary of the Indigenous Peoples' Day, an official Maine state holiday. To learn more about the significance of the celebration and the Wabanaki Nations in Maine, visit the Wabanaki Alliance Website. In particular, watch the videos sharing thoughts and reflections from a number of Wabanaki people, all on the question “What does Indigenous Peoples’ Day mean to you?” https://lnkd.in/ddDpz4W4

Today, on Juneteenth, we view this significant national holiday as a commemoration of progress. As individuals interconnected in the human experience, there is still much work ahead of us. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gzN_ppur

Restich: the social summit, convened by CREATE STREETS and Labour Together is a great slice through all kinds of activism in the field of social and physical regeneration. I am so pleased to join a session on the role of heritage, stitching and retrofit asking why do we have to look back to move forward? My thoughts… We HAVE to reign in sprawl, allow towns to become more themselves as they grow. And places don’t become themselves by accident. Yes, there are local materials but also a history of crazy characters. It was always tough to fund development and there are incredible stories of bankruptcy along the way. Those who glorified their home towns, delivering philanthropic projects, and responding to frequent changes in fashion, had great tenacity. It feels as if the last fifty years of building what -people-want, housebuilder architecture, is stuck in its own cul de sac. Houses feel accidental and placeless, not responding in anyway to the climate challenges and connectivity needed to make genuine neighbourhoods. We can build new places if they are dense and benefit from our instinctive and collective knowledge of how to live. Excited to join this discussion!

take a look to find out more about the life of Mary Barnes! 

As we gather to honor Memorial Day, we remember not only those who have served and sacrificed for our country but also the ongoing journey toward healing and justice within our communities. 💛This day serves as a poignant reminder of the cost of war and the importance of nurturing a society that reflects the values we stand for—equality, respect, and dignity for all. ⚖️ In remembering the past, we acknowledge the wounds of social injustices that continue to impact many in our society. Today, we recommit to healing these wounds through education, understanding, and empathy. By fostering environments where healing leads to growth, we strengthen our communities and create a foundation for sustainable peace and prosperity. ☮️ 🕊️ Together, we can transform our collective suffering into a source of strength. United in our diversity and driven by our common goals, we support each other to build a future where everyone enjoys a better quality of life. Let us use this day to reflect on our shared values and reinvigorate our efforts to move forward as one. 🌱 🤲 On this Memorial Day, let us pledge to remember, to heal, and to unite. Together, we build the pillars of a resilient community that honors the sacrifices of the past by crafting a just and hopeful future. 🌟

There are challenges living on St Helena, but these challenges foster a unique way of life. With a focus on family, community, nature and culture.   Find out more about who we are: https://shorturl.at/AChy6

Here, from my publisher, are links to four of my op-eds/essays adapted from my book, along with a sampling of review highlights (with links to the full reviews, if of interest)

During Native American Heritage Month, we reflect on the history, resilience, and strength of Native Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders as we work together to shape our communities for a better future. https://stantec.co/3YxxCZs

On this Remembrance Day, we come together to reflect and honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served and have fallen, to pay our respects and remember them always. Lest We Forget. 🌹 Read more at 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ejhyXQxq

June is National Indigenous Peoples Month. It is a time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/kEUn50S5Btz