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Here’s some Monday inspiration to kickstart your week: You are worth the trip, every step of the way! 🌟 Keep going, your journey matters. 💪✨ #MondayMotivation #YouAreWorthIt #KeepGoing #TheDragonflyHouse #DavieCounty #DavidsonCounty #NorthCarolina #childadvocacy #DCNC #childprotection #socialwork #safeguarding #stopchildabuse #helpingchildren #ncnonprofit #donate #nonprofit

Our newest blog is looking at the possible changes that might impact charities and non-profits. There are many areas of government policy and changes that could have an impact, such as funding and support, policy changes, extra focus on sectors that charities support (homelessness, education, mental health, poverty, environment or welfare for example). Check out the full blog and then watch this space for further updates. https://lnkd.in/eyXpiQ5z #thecharityspark #labourgovernment #charity #nonprofit #newgovernment #charitychanges

YOU can be the reason that 13% of ellenor patients no longer have to call emergency services out of fear and pain during the night SAVE THE DATE: Campaign Launches 3rd-10th December #nightsittingservice #biggive #ellenor #hospicecare #hospice #hospicecharity #charity #nightservice #fundraising #donate

The last couple of years have brought their fair share of horrors around the world, and more recent events have made many of us nervous for what 2025 is going to bring. Sometimes, the problems feel too big for us as individuals to do anything. But one small act can improve someone’s life a little bit. And that’s worth something. I’m reaching out to you all on behalf of an organisation for which I teach, called Breath-Body-Mind™. Set up by two psychiatrists, BBM teaches evidence-based breathing and movement practices to relieve stress, depression and trauma in adults and children. BBM has worked with many traumatised populations including victims of war, natural disasters and man-made disasters. We also train new teachers on the ground who can deliver the programme in their communities. I personally have been involved in online programmes for Ukraine (war), Turkey (earthquake) and Brazil (floods) and the organisation as a whole has delivered many other such programmes across the world. In 2024 alone, BBM graduated 330 teachers around the world and was able to give crisis sessions for thousands in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. We are now seeking funds to grow both the International Disaster Relief programme and Public Health programmes for frontline workers. The Breath-Body-Mind Foundation is the nonprofit which raises funds to support BBM trainings. If this work falls under your company’s CSR remit, then I would love to have a conversation with you. Alternatively, if you’re able to add a small donation to the Black Friday shopping list (no judgment from me!) then we would be eternally grateful for the ability to continue this work. You can donate here: https://lnkd.in/eqGgFndc. Many thanks, all. (For more information on the work we do, visit https://lnkd.in/e7uAE3TR) #fundraising #CSR #corporatesocialresponsibility #corporategiving #disasterrelief #nonprofit #trauma #donate

Isn't it? Let's help those who are fighting a harder battle. Join our community and support the less fortunate ones. Know more: https://lnkd.in/dzm8R7VT #charity #CommunityBuilding #CommunitySupport #CommunityManagement #CommunityImpact #SupportAndCommunity #nonprofits #ngo

For World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, here are some startling #trends about #humantrafficking and #moderslavery in the UK from today's webinar with Unseen UK's Frontline and Helpline teams. ⭐⭐⭐CURRENT TRENDS IN TRAFFICKING⭐⭐⭐ ⚡ Unseen has reported a significant increase in the exploitation of #underageyouth across the U.K. Latest data shows a troubling rise in various forms of exploitation, including #domesticservitude, #criminalexploitation, and #sexualexploitation. Modern Slavery and Exploitation Helpline: The helpline saw a 19% increase in calls in 2023, with a total of 11,700 calls compared to 9,779 in 2022. This surge reflects a higher number of identified potential victims, particularly among underage individuals (Unseen). County Lines Exploitation: A significant number of children are being exploited through county lines operations, where criminal gangs use minors to transport and sell drugs. Unseen's #LikesToLines campaign highlights that at least 27,000 children are believed to be involved in county lines across the UK (Unseen). Forms of Exploitation: There has been a notable increase in cases of child sexual exploitation and online grooming. Reports indicate a 10% rise in child sexual exploitation crimes within the last year, with online grooming crimes increasing by 82% over the past five years (Unseen). ⚡ ⅓ of calls to Unseen are from members of the public concerned about exploitation, including: physical abuse, not being paid properly by employers (exploiters), tension with and fear of employer (potential exploiter), or living arrangements being tied to employment. ⚡ The greatest number of helpline calls are from #labour exploitation in the workforce. In 2023, for the first time, cases of exploitation were predominantly in the #CareSector. Before that it was traditionally in the #ServiceIndustry. ⭐⭐Unseen run the free, 24/7, confidential national Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline open to everyone (08000 121 700). ⭐⭐ Thank you Alice Dutton, Lauren Saunders, Natasha Mitra and Unseen's anonymous Case Worker for this important discussion! #humantrafficking #modernslavery #stoptrafficking #humanrights #WorldDayAgainstTraffickinginPersons

BSIA members MAN COMMERCIAL PROTECTION LIMITED has raised over £20,000 to be shared primarily across three Midlands charities who help seriously ill children, families and people with mental health issues. Keen to mark their recent 30th anniversary by giving back to the communities it operates in, the company will be donating to Birmingham Children’s Hospital, Hope House Children’s Hospice and Walk Talk Action. You can read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/eyKRAyCs

In 2023 we supported Solutions for Change by donating flooring that helps create safe and stable environments for families overcoming addiction and dependency. 🌟 This charity's accountability-based programs empower families to reclaim their lives and build a brighter future. Our contribution is one way to make a difference in our community. Watch this inspiring video to see how we're partnering for change: #UrbanSurfaces #SolutionsForChange #CommunityImpact #Charity #AddictionRecovery"

We love to share just some of the ways that your support helps families in crisis.  All of these come directly from our clients. #colettelouisetisdahl #cltfoundation #financialassistance #family #families #support #donation #nonprofit 

We love to share just some of the ways that your support helps families in crisis.  All of these come directly from our clients. #colettelouisetisdahl #cltfoundation #financialassistance #family #families #support #donation #nonprofit