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History is essential for developing critical thinking skills and making progress toward a more just society. Yet in today's highly charged, polarized environment, that message can easily get lost. Our Reframing Advocacy webinar can assist professionals and volunteers at history organizations of all types and sizes to strengthen the impact of their advocacy efforts and more effectively explain the purpose and value of history. Watch the recording at https://lnkd.in/gD-54dHC.

Advocacy is how we create change. 💜 By sharing our stories, working with policymakers, and building community, we can make recovery accessible for everyone. https://lnkd.in/gq2u-iRa

Colorado’s Arts Policy Framework is a compilation of diverse perspectives on the value and potential of our state’s creative community. It is intended to provide a coordinated, intentional and inclusive advocacy voice and roadmap for Colorado’s arts & culture sector. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3CtQ2mo. Colorado Business Committee for the Arts (CBCA) is honored to serve as our state’s arts advocacy organization. CBCA led the development of this Framework and will continue to steward its implementation going forward.

Motherhood is a wild ride, perhaps the hardest thing I have ever done. This Women In Bio - Capital Region webinar made me feel that we are not alone in this wild journey. It was good to have this honest conversation to dissect what moms had encountered in workplaces and homes. For example, women often have a wage penalty after having a child whereas men are seen as more mature (check motherhood penalty for more info). Another thing that resonated with me was the mental load; the time we spent on researching the best gear for our kids, scheduling/making doctor's appointments, planning playdates/parties, and more. Moms are not superwomen and we shouldn't need to be. We need support, whether it is judgment-free verbal support or societal/workplace benefit support. Thanks Moms at Work and Allison for the conversation. Check out their website for more resources.

🎉Big news for Colorado’s creative community!🎉 I am excited to share Colorado's Arts Policy Framework—a roadmap developed in collaboration with Colorado’s creative sector. This Framework highlights the state policy priorities essential to fostering a creatively engaged, inclusive, and thriving society where creatives flourish and the arts play a central role in community, education, economy, and well-being. Dive into the Framework and learn more: https://lnkd.in/gjh3yg8e. 

Putting together an estate plan is important for your family so they can navigate and take care of your assets according to your wishes. Did you know that you can also include charitable contributions too? Work with your family to make a plan and ensure that others living with epilepsy can live an empowered life.

Did You Know? JFS is investing more on keeping families together than ever before. A new program called Every Mother's Advocate with CityLink Center is a way to achieve that. If you’re a mom who is at risk of family separation, EMA will work with you to provide advocacy & documented support of your achievements in order to keep your family intact. Learn more about the new program here: https://lnkd.in/gBtW5WMX

Explore our newest Start Here lesson plan all about advocacy! In these lessons, students identify an issue in their community and work in groups to develop and enact a solution. These easy-to-follow lesson plans are backed up with ready-to-use resources and materials. Get one lesson free, or download the whole lesson plan if you are a member » https://bit.ly/48DOfpt

In her column this month, NYSOFA Advocacy Specialist Colleen Scott writes about some of the underlying causes of vision loss in older adults, disparities in outcomes, as well as resources to help. https://lnkd.in/eV5EEMaX

Addressing #fairpay in the arts requires a shared understanding of artistic labour, viewing artists as professionals. Remuneration should be integrated into project planning, covering financial and in-kind support. International guidelines and dialogue are also vital for setting fair rates, with national funders playing a key role. Aligning fair pay with #sustainablepractices and increasing #programmebudgets are crucial for effective implementation. Read more in the "Fair Pay in the Arts" #report by IETM - International network for contemporary performing arts #fairremuneration #cultureandthearts #fairpaydebate #CCS #culturalandcreativesector #artists #creators