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We Alaskans know how important it is to show up for each other. During Pride month, this value is critical to ensuring all of us, our children, our neighbors, our friends, and ourselves, are safe and secure to be our truest selves. Check out some tips on how to be an ally, and why this value is at the heart of who we are https://lnkd.in/gHstR3je

Tribe Rising's Ambassadors of Hope Steve & Ellie Reiter want the children of Gurap to know that, if they believe in themselves, their dreams can come true! To get to know them better, read our recent interview with Steve & Ellie here: https://lnkd.in/g9bcAWnK #hopeisforeveryone

The theme for the year 2023 is a powerful reminder – “Be Kind Wherever Possible.” The theme for this year underscores the importance of kindness as a universal principle that should be practiced in every corner of the globe and in every aspect of our lives. It encourages us to carry the spirit of kindness with us, not just on World Kindness Day, but every day. It talks about making kindness a fundamental part of our interactions, decisions, and actions. “Be Kind Wherever Possible” is a call to embrace kindness as a way of life, fostering a world where compassion, empathy, and goodwill thrive in our homes, communities, and beyond. #worldkindnessday #affinitygroup #awsjobs #careerteachers #bekind #newcareeropportunities

Happy Father's Day to all fathers! Today we celebrate the resilient 'Never give up spirit' that fathers instill in the world. It's a day to recognize the amazing personalities that have played vital roles in our lives. #AltitudeCare_Registered_NDISProvider #AltitudeCare #ndisproviderperth #DisabilityservicesWesternAustralia #DisabilitycarePerth #Disabilityservices #NDISprovider #Disabilitysupportservices

Take a 5 min scrolling break from Linkedin and give that time to Savana + Ari's powerful story.

Day 261 - The 60-Day Positive & Affirming Post Challenge - The Strengths of Black Families Illuminated🎤 💯🎤 Disclaimer: Growing up during the Civil Rights Movement, I took on and weaved self-pride, resilience, vision, and a commitment to excellence based on the truth, "I Am Black and Proud!" So, my culture and identity of choice is Black as defined by me. ✅ Kinship bonds remain a part of the fabric of Black Families🎤 ✅ Focus on strengths to support the resilience of Black Families. ✅ Resilience is nested in diverse developmental contexts, including culture, history, families, schools, political systems, faith-based organizations, community organizations, businesses, etc.🎤 ✅ A Few Books Black Families - Harriette Pipes McAdoo The Strengths of Black Families - Robert B. Hill Black Families at the Crossroads Challenges and Prospects - Leanor Boulin Johnson, Robert Staples Raising Black Children - Alvin F. Poussaint and James P. Comer https://lnkd.in/gxD-6sYB #hope, #happiness, #health, #gratitude, #purpose, #faith, #joy, #health, #disability, #collaboration, #globalmentalhealth, #focus, #workplace, #trust, #selftalk, #priorities, #todolist, #goals, #deafacculturation, #militaryfamilies, #militarychildren, #deafpersons, #ASL, #worklifebalance, #partnersforhealth, #wordsmatter, #languagematters, #positivegenius, #totalworkerhealth, #worksafety, #authenticity, #affirmations, #joy, #resilience, #wisdom, #perseverance, #spirituality, #courage, #mentalhealth, #fun, #leisure, #selfcare, #compassion, #justice, #physicalhealth, #wealthintelligence, #childdevelopment, #theteenbrain, #adolescentdevelopment, #emotionalintelligence, #agapelove, #socialintelligence, #socialsupport, #strengthsdevelopment, #purpose, #community, #transcendence, #personalnarrative, #storytelling, #respectforelders, #reciprocity, #community, #gratefulness, #joyfulness, #hopehappinesshealth.

“The first step to supporting kinship carers in your workforce is showing you recognise them.” – so please read this article and share it with your network to support colleagues who are kinship or foster carers.

Here's some thoughtful insights from kinship carer and longstanding campaigner for racial equity in kinship care, Sharon McPherson, who is co-founder of Families in Harmony. In this Sounddelivery Media article, she talks about #kinshipcare in Jamaica, the legacy of #Windrush and #barrelchildren and what lessons can be learned and shared. Lots to reflect on from her Churchill Fellowship programme about how to better understand the experiences of Black kinship carers, in particular those raising children in informal arrangements, through fostering respect and understanding of cultural identities. Read the article here: https://loom.ly/fTScZe4

The 8 Essential Elements of Beloved Community. 3. Unshakeable Belonging: An unshakeable sense of belonging is the bedrock of Beloved Community. We may not love, or even like, everyone in our community. We may even be in active conflict. And still, if strong enough, the container of Beloved Community holds us all with unconditional belonging. Over the coming weeks, we will be sharing the 8 Essential Elements of Beloved Community and following up each with related questions for all of us to consider, share, engage, and put into practice in our own lives and communities. #UnshakeableBelonging #Community #BelovedCommunity #Belonging #Human #Love #Connection #MartinLutherKing #MLK #FreePalestine #FromTheRiverToTheSea #BelovedCommunitiesNetwork

Supporting families impacted by disability means supporting everyone in the family, including siblings. Watch this short video and learn why siblings need the church's support, and three easy ways to give that support. https://lnkd.in/gsBXdrAe #disability #disabilityinclusion #disabilityawareness #specialneedsfamily #siblings #sibling #churchleadership #church #churchfamily #childrensministry #youthministry #kidsministry #disabilityministry #specialneedsministry #wonderfulworks