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#philanthropy
Fundraising
fromFortune
1 day ago

MacKenzie Scott rewrote the rules of philanthropy. Who will follow her lead? | Fortune

Philanthropy must urgently support those addressing inequity rather than relying on outdated strategies and empty commitments.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
5 days ago

How giving starts progress and leadership scales it

Volatility and accountability are transforming philanthropy, requiring leadership to drive impactful change.
Fundraising
fromFortune
1 day ago

MacKenzie Scott rewrote the rules of philanthropy. Who will follow her lead? | Fortune

Philanthropy must urgently support those addressing inequity rather than relying on outdated strategies and empty commitments.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
5 days ago

How giving starts progress and leadership scales it

Volatility and accountability are transforming philanthropy, requiring leadership to drive impactful change.
#trans-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

"I'm f**king tired": A trans man begs cis allies to step up & fight - LGBTQ Nation

Anti-LGBTQ+ policies and rising transphobia have caused healthcare loss, financial strain, family estrangement, and increased harassment for a queer trans man.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
10 hours ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
Mindfulness
fromMindful
1 week ago

Being Courageous About Change: Mindful Guidance on the Proactive Pivot

Proactive pivoting involves making changes before they are necessary, requiring courage and strength to overcome resistance to change.
#lgbtq
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Beyond Inclusion: Liberating LGBTQ+ Athletes

LGBTQ+ athletes face unique stressors that impact their performance and well-being due to the need to manage their identities in sports environments.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 hours ago

She came out to a homophobic student. The school quickly forced her to resign. - LGBTQ Nation

A teacher's assistant resigned after being investigated for addressing a student's homophobic comments, impacting her future employment and benefits.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
14 hours ago

Trans sorority sister forced to flee state after lawyers targeted her. Now she's fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation

Artemis Langford sued lawyers for sorority sisters over publicizing personal information and settled with one lawyer while the other faces trial.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

I live in Colorado. Conversion therapy destroyed my life. - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy causes significant harm, and recent Supreme Court rulings threaten the safety and well-being of LGBTQ youth.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Influencer gushes over the power of gay moms in emotional video: "I'm just proud of you" - LGBTQ Nation

Children of gay moms learn authenticity and courage from their parents' choices.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Why is conversion therapy so harmful? It's all about how young people form their identities. - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy significantly harms LGBTQ+ youth, increasing suicidality and emotional distress during their critical identity-forming years.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Beyond Inclusion: Liberating LGBTQ+ Athletes

LGBTQ+ athletes face unique stressors that impact their performance and well-being due to the need to manage their identities in sports environments.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 hours ago

She came out to a homophobic student. The school quickly forced her to resign. - LGBTQ Nation

A teacher's assistant resigned after being investigated for addressing a student's homophobic comments, impacting her future employment and benefits.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
14 hours ago

Trans sorority sister forced to flee state after lawyers targeted her. Now she's fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation

Artemis Langford sued lawyers for sorority sisters over publicizing personal information and settled with one lawyer while the other faces trial.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

I live in Colorado. Conversion therapy destroyed my life. - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy causes significant harm, and recent Supreme Court rulings threaten the safety and well-being of LGBTQ youth.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Influencer gushes over the power of gay moms in emotional video: "I'm just proud of you" - LGBTQ Nation

Children of gay moms learn authenticity and courage from their parents' choices.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Why is conversion therapy so harmful? It's all about how young people form their identities. - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy significantly harms LGBTQ+ youth, increasing suicidality and emotional distress during their critical identity-forming years.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 hours ago

Not everyone who keeps a small social circle is protecting their energy. Some of them built a wide one once, watched it reveal exactly how many people would show up during an actual emergency, and quietly restructured around the answer - Silicon Canals

Small social circles often result from past crises that reveal true friendships, rather than a preference for fewer connections.
Remote teams
fromFortune
13 hours ago

Will you be my (work) friend? The new reality of making and keeping a work friend in the hybrid world | Fortune

Making friends at work is challenging in a remote environment but can alleviate loneliness and improve workplace relationships.
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
14 hours ago

The parents rights movement has never cared about empowering all parents. Just conservative ones. - LGBTQ Nation

Parents cannot control all external influences on their children, but they can guide them in developing critical-thinking skills.
fromFilmmaker Magazine
1 day ago

"What Solidarity Really Looks Like": Yael Bridge on Who Moves America

Drivers were delivering packages in deadly heat with no air conditioning; part-time employees, the majority of UPS' workforce, have been unable to receive benefits. Wages aren't rising at the same rate as the cost of living.
Independent films
Education
fromwww.amny.com
17 hours ago

Nonprofit ArtsConnection fills a creative gap in NYC public schools

Education's focus on efficiency often neglects the essential human connection fostered by art and music, which helps students recognize their self-worth.
Atlanta Braves
fromDefector
16 hours ago

What Is A Strike | Defector

The Automated Ball-Strike system defines the strike zone based on a batter's height, eliminating human ambiguity in calling strikes.
Careers
fromeLearning Industry
1 day ago

How To Empower Employees: 9 Effective Strategies For Managers

Employee empowerment enhances trust, initiative, and innovation, leading to greater organizational success and employee satisfaction.
Cancer
fromFast Company
1 day ago

If you want to get something done, hire a cancer patient

Cancer patients can and do work during treatment, challenging the stereotype that they are too fragile to maintain employment.
#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

"We deserve wrinkles": The fight for trans youth is a fight for a future with trans elders in it - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

"We deserve wrinkles": The fight for trans youth is a fight for a future with trans elders in it - LGBTQ Nation

Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

The person in your life who never complains and handles everything isn't at peace - they learned so early that expressing a need cost them something that they stopped expressing needs entirely - Silicon Canals

Being perceived as 'low maintenance' can lead to neglecting personal needs and emotional struggles.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

I can't help rooting for tiny open source AI model maker Arcee | TechCrunch

Arcee has released Trinity Large Thinking, a 400B-parameter open-source LLM aimed at providing a competitive alternative to Chinese models.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
2 days ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
UX design
fromMedium
1 day ago

Beyond the user: why design needs to widen its circle

Human-centered design must evolve to consider ecological impacts alongside user comfort and needs.
Women
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why women leaders are ditching the old workplace rulebook-and winning because of it

Women are moving away from outdated leadership models that prioritize control and dominance, seeking autonomy and flexibility instead.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
5 days ago

POC Arts Nonprofits Face Severe Staffing Challenges, Survey Finds

Many museums led by people of color in the Northeast struggle with staffing and funding, impacting their ability to serve communities.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Nurses Forge Alliances to Protect Patients From Trump's Immigration Crackdown

Nurses demand the abolition of ICE and improved patient rights protections in healthcare settings.
Law
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Maryland lawmakers advance broad school protections, including for trans students

Maryland lawmakers are advancing legislation to expand anti-discrimination protections in education, explicitly including transgender youth and allowing legal action against schools.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
4 days ago

Continuous Learning Cultures: What High Performing Organizations Do Differently

Organizations must adopt a continuous learning culture to keep pace with rapid changes in technology and evolving job roles.
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

BU rally pushes back on Pride flag removals, calls for policy change

The rally, held at 1 Silber Way, was organized by Terrier Courage, a group that has collected more than 2,000 signatures on a petition urging the university to reconsider its rules on displays on public-facing windows and walls.
Boston
#diversity
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 hours ago

Classmates subjected a young teen to "relentless" homophobic bullying. Then tragedy struck. - LGBTQ Nation

Leyton's mother stated, 'None of the boys in that school accepted him. They told him they would never accept him for the way he spoke. He was a sassy speaker, more feminine - not the 'hard boy' type. This wasn't going on for just a little while.'
LGBT
#lgbtq-rights
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
13 hours ago

The right is destroying LGBTQ+ education. But gay union leader Randi Weingarten has a secret weapon. - LGBTQ Nation

Randi Weingarten emphasizes the importance of justice, inclusion, and respect in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
13 hours ago

The right is destroying LGBTQ+ education. But gay union leader Randi Weingarten has a secret weapon. - LGBTQ Nation

Randi Weingarten emphasizes the importance of justice, inclusion, and respect in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Rethinking Social Skills for Neurodivergent Kids

Neurodivergent kids seek connection through shared interests and authenticity, not traditional social norms.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Philly Law Students Demand School Break Ties With ICE - Above the Law

Law students are demanding protections against ICE and DHS recruitment on campus due to threats to their rights and safety.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Laid off? Lean on your relationships, not your network

Job cuts due to AI are rising, emphasizing the importance of building strong relationships before layoffs occur.
#mental-health
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Opinion: Fulfilling New York's Legal and Moral Obligation to Support Children's Behavioral Health

Children in New York's poorest areas face severe mental health care shortages, leading to increased risks of hospitalization and incarceration.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Opinion: Fulfilling New York's Legal and Moral Obligation to Support Children's Behavioral Health

Children in New York's poorest areas face severe mental health care shortages, leading to increased risks of hospitalization and incarceration.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

We All Belong: A Perspective on People on the Outskirts

People with psychosis and mental health conditions often feel a profound sense of not belonging in society and psychiatric settings.
#empathy
Relationships
fromHuffPost
2 days ago

Are You A Victim Of 'Weaponized Empathy'? Here's How To Spot The Toxic Behavior.

Weaponized empathy manipulates compassion to influence behavior, often violating personal boundaries and enabling harmful dynamics.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

How to Help Someone Have an Empathy Makeover

Empathy can be developed through structured reflection and practice, enhancing mental health and relationship dynamics.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
2 days ago

Are You A Victim Of 'Weaponized Empathy'? Here's How To Spot The Toxic Behavior.

Weaponized empathy manipulates compassion to influence behavior, often violating personal boundaries and enabling harmful dynamics.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

How to Help Someone Have an Empathy Makeover

Empathy can be developed through structured reflection and practice, enhancing mental health and relationship dynamics.
Washington DC
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

America has long been obsessed with war. But true patriots glorify peace. - LGBTQ Nation

The author reflects on the impact of war and military actions throughout their life, highlighting personal and historical tragedies associated with conflict.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

I'm 37 and the friendships in my life that have lasted are the ones where we stopped pretending - stopped curating what we showed each other, stopped performing the version of our lives that made sense on paper - and what replaced the pretending is the best thing I have built in the last decade - Silicon Canals

Authentic friendships emerge when individuals drop their facades and share their true struggles with each other.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Waiting for a hero to save us from Trump & MAGA? Here's where to look... - LGBTQ Nation

Heroes are often flawed mortals, and we must rely on ourselves for change rather than expecting saviors from above.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
15 hours ago

When Therapy Explains Before It Understands

Therapists may misinterpret clients' experiences by relying on familiar frameworks, potentially overlooking genuine feelings and differences.
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
2 days ago

NYC's homeless students continue to struggle at school. Advocates want more funding and coordination.

Many children in NYC's homeless shelters struggle to enroll in school, leading to chronic absenteeism and academic setbacks.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

I Have the Holy Trinity of Sex Problems. I Know What Would Solve Them, but I'm Too Scared to Try.

Exploring sexual orientation can involve complex feelings and societal pressures, especially regarding bisexuality and the fear of judgment.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/2/26

Doctors' recommendations on gender-affirming care for young people have become a contentious issue between The New York Times and the American Medical Association.
Careers
fromItsnicethat
in 2 weeks

"Your current set-up may not be aligning with where you want to be"

Transitioning into a new industry can be challenging, requiring time to adjust and align with personal values for creative motivation.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Hypersensitivity Is an Emotional Superpower

Highly sensitive individuals process emotions deeply, which can be a strength in understanding social cues and empathy.
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
2 days ago

Finally Free, Leonard Peltier Offers Intergenerational Wisdom for Resistance | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Thank you...for being able to fight for my freedom. But what's more important than that is that you continue to fight for your land and to continue to fight for your people and all people.
Social justice
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 weeks ago

Social Malpractice in the Age of Cultural Compliance

Socially engaged art faces challenges in a world increasingly hostile to independent thought and public expression.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

The people who are best at hiding unhappiness aren't the stoic ones or the quiet ones - they're the ones who became so skilled at giving everyone around them exactly enough warmth to never be looked at too closely - Silicon Canals

People often hide their struggles behind a facade of warmth, leading to loneliness despite appearing thriving.
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Is Mandated Reporting Racist? What Families Must Know

Low reporting standards and systemic racism lead to unjust CPS reports, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown families.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

I was always the reliable one - the one who showed up, remembered, rearranged, and absorbed - and it took me until 58 to wonder whether anyone would have come looking if I'd stopped - Silicon Canals

Being the reliable one can lead to personal neglect and invisibility in relationships.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Don't fall for WSJ's 'normal gay' whitewashing of queer life

Being gay does not equate to being queer; queerness is a broader ideological project that challenges norms.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Extending Awareness to Every Autistic Person

Autism awareness must encompass all autistic individuals, acknowledging their unseen struggles regardless of perceived high-functioning status.
Philosophy
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

In Defense of Being Performative

Democracy requires citizens to actively perform civic engagement; dismissing performative politics misunderstands that democratic participation is inherently performative and essential for democratic survival.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Helping Black Women Remove the Mask

Black women navigate stereotypes and require therapy to reclaim their authenticity while clinicians must advocate against oppressive systems.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

9 things people who command respect at work do that have nothing to do with their title or seniority - Silicon Canals

Respect at work is earned through listening and accountability, not through titles or positions.
LGBT
fromGothamist
4 days ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
3 weeks ago

Rotating the Clipboard Built Our Workplace Democracy | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Losing staff could be detrimental to the projects we worked on, and there was a growing dissatisfaction with how meetings were run. These mostly one-sided discussions left the quieter half of us feeling pushed aside, like our thoughts didn't matter much. If things stayed this way, I worried the good people on our team would start quitting one by one.
Non-profit organizations
Relationships
fromPortland Monthly
3 weeks ago

From the Editor: Building Community Isn't Always Fun. Do It Anyway.

Proximity-based community organizing builds solidarity across differences through sustained engagement and shared material goals, fostering understanding that transcends initial disagreements.
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
1 week ago

You Don't Have to Be Unionized to Be United | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

The labor of this kind of organizing was invisible and deeply exhausting. In a precarious workplace, where a so-called 'performance review' could amount to job loss, organizing meant building a bridge while standing on it.
Social justice
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Trans people are here to stay, no matter who tries to erase us

Understanding the gender spectrum and dismantling misconceptions about trans identities is crucial for acceptance and recognition of diverse gender experiences.
Music
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How Diversity Informs the Conversation

Shared attention and inclusive listening, not uniformity, enable social cohesion and allow diverse perspectives to form a coherent, exploratory collective voice.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why inclusion is the new standard for economic growth

In places where inclusion is part of the infrastructure of their economy-supply chains, procurement processes, capital access, or business ownership-people thrive. Inclusive economies create more resilience by expanding the base of potential business owners who can build, own, innovate, and hire. They allow more opportunities for homeownership and investing in the longevity of communities. As our economy becomes increasingly stratified and volatile, we need as much resiliency as we can get.
Social justice
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Just show up: How to join the fight for LGBTQ+ rights when you don't have a queer loved one - LGBTQ Nation

Allies and families must actively engage with school policymakers to ensure LGBTQ+ students are included in safety and anti-bullying policies.
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