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✨ A Bold Disruption ✨ Discover how the Institute for Family and Community Advancement (IFCA) and Every Black Life Matters (EBLM) are transforming advocacy. The report highlights: 🔹 Strategic initiatives for family resilience. 🔹 Education freedom as a cornerstone of empowerment. 🔹 Economic and community reform models tailored to Black communities. 📥 Download the report now to see how we’re shaping the future: https://zurl.co/cSHIj

✨ A Bold Disruption ✨ Discover how the Institute for Family and Community Advancement (IFCA) and Every Black Life Matters (EBLM) are transforming advocacy. The report highlights: 🔹 Strategic initiatives for family resilience. 🔹 Education freedom as a cornerstone of empowerment. 🔹 Economic and community reform models tailored to Black communities. 📥 Download the report now to see how we’re shaping the future: https://zurl.co/cSHIj

The Story Behind Black Global Trust (BGT) The journey of Black Global Trust began with a powerful call to action. The tragic murder of George Floyd exposed deep systemic inequalities and underscored the urgent need for impactful change within Black communities. From this pivotal moment came the inspiration to establish BGT, with a clear mission: to shift the flow of capital into Black communities, empowering self-determination and fostering lasting progress. What started as an initiative to direct resources into these communities has grown into something much bigger. BGT is a comprehensive online hub that connects Black entrepreneurs to the vital resources they need, with a strong emphasis on access to capital. Our goal? When someone asks, “Where can I find the best network of Black investors and entrepreneurs?”, we want the answer to be Black Global Trust. #BlackGlobalTrust #BlackBusinesses #InclusiveGrowth #SocialImpact #Empowerment #InvestInChange

USBC Hill Day served as a powerful demonstration of the organization’s ongoing commitment to economic empowerment and policy advocacy. The event aimed to achieve three primary objectives: 1. Raise Awareness: USBC leaders sought to enhance congressional members' awareness of the existence and impact of U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. affiliates within their respective districts. These discussions focused on the social and economic contributions of member companies, highlighting their vital role in local communities. 2. Educate on Current Issues: The meetings provided an essential platform to inform congressional members and their staff about the pressing issues affecting the minority business community at both national and local levels. USBC representatives outlined the challenges faced by Black businesses and the broader implications for economic equity. 3. Request Legislative Action: USBC leaders advocated for specific actions to support local minority businesses. These requests included cosponsoring legislation, sending letters of concern, making floor statements, holding field hearings, and requesting committee hearings on relevant issues. Watch the recap: https://lnkd.in/gEp36H7w #scbcc #usbc #advocate #florida #spacecoast #smallbusiness

What just happened to Fearless Fund is deeply concerning for DEIA practitioners and the mission of creating pathways for black people to access capital in their businesses and wealth for their families. This situation highlights the persistent efforts by some individuals—primarily those who are white and privileged—to hinder the progress of Black communities in accessing capital. For those committed to advancing DEIA, it is crucial to reconsider our strategies. Universities are already experiencing varied impacts, with some suffering setbacks while others may quietly celebrate the obstacles to progress. Similarly, several companies, many of which previously engaged in DEIA efforts only under public pressure, are now re-evaluating their investment in initiatives designed to diversify their workforces and leadership. The challenges ahead are significant. It is imperative to develop strategic approaches to continue addressing these critical issues and ensure that the progress toward equity and inclusion is not thwarted.

Another report, another p.r. campaign. What you're not seeing is implementation, not tracking outcomes. As for consequences? Dream on. Back to the regularly scheduled programming. #makeWorkProjects

What have we learned about Black led systems change? The Black Systemic Safety Fund is a unique participatory grantmaking and social lab process in partnership with The Ubele Initiative and Impact on Urban Health. Discover our learnings on Black led systems change below 👇 1️⃣ Those most impacted by racial inequity are best equipped to lead change. 2️⃣ Celebrating culture energizes, inspires, and fosters new outcomes. 3️⃣ Centering lived experiences reveals how systems perpetuate issues and how to change them. 4️⃣ Making time to build and nurture trust is essential. 📚Learn more about the project, and read the various reports here 👇 https://hubs.li/Q02WNnrm0 #systemschange #pgm #shiftthepower

The external Steering Group’s Report “A Roadmap for Transformative Change: Canada's Black Justice Strategy” provides recommendations to combat anti-Black racism and systemic discrimination that has led to the overrepresentation of Black people in the criminal justice system, including as victims of crime. https://lnkd.in/eBhkUd8P This is a crucial piece in the development of the Strategy: it ensures that the Strategy is grounded in the experiences of Black people in Canada, reflecting the diverse history, backgrounds and regional realities of Black communities. Dr. Akwasi Owusu-Bempah, a co-author of this report, expresses the importance of this report for Canada’s criminal justice system. “For Our Children”: Watch the full video of the Steering Group members speaking on the importance of Canada's Black Justice Strategy: https://lnkd.in/eG9rzCdX #BlackJusticeStrategy

BUILT ENVIRONMENT SYMPOSIUM: ACCESS (VIRTUAL) Monday, March 25th, Noon-1pm CT Please join us on Monday, March 25th, for our next Built Environment Symposium. We will engage with each other from noon-1pm CT. Stay for a few minutes, the entire time or anything in between. This 60-minute informal symposium encourages all to join the discussion as we think and talk about the built environment and access. A mini resource guide is attached for anyone who would like to dive in. This is OPTIONAL reading, watching, and listening. The only requirement is your curiosity. OPTIONAL Resources List A 150-Year-Old Bank Failure May Still Be Haunting Black Communities| Chicago Booth Review https://lnkd.in/g3ms3Afp The Barber of Little Rock https://lnkd.in/gNi5excJ Wok expert dedicates grant to help Oakland Chinatown restaurants, seniors https://lnkd.in/g9RGAXvR Creating Avenues to Financial Inclusion for Latino Families https://lnkd.in/gGp2DqUA Black wealth is increasing, but so is the racial wealth gap https://lnkd.in/gEZP-yU3 The dynamics of the Wealth Gap (UCHICAGO) https://lnkd.in/grNddn34