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fromianVisits
1 month ago

A new blue plaque honours Britain's first female Civil Servant

Jeanie Senior was the first female civil servant in Britain, celebrated with a Blue Plaque in Battersea for her contributions.
Social justice
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

'Council accused me of abusing my sister as revenge for racism complaint'

Safeguarding investigation against David followed his complaint about racial discrimination by his sister's social worker.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why LGBTQ Victims Are at Greater Risk of Domestic Abuse

LGBTQ individuals face increased domestic abuse risks, particularly non-physical forms.
Existing protection laws inadequately address emotional and psychological abuse among LGBTQ victims.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

How to help kids cope with ongoing ICE raids, deportations

Berkeley High School's Health Center provides crucial mental health services, especially for students affected by anxiety around immigration issues.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Embattled child welfare agency appoints new director in Santa Clara County

Santa Clara County appoints Wendy Kinnear-Rausch as new director of child welfare agency amid investigations and calls for accountability.
#artificial-intelligence
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

Protecting the vulnerable, or automating harm? AI's double-edged role in spotting abuse

AI has potential to enhance safety but must be implemented thoughtfully to avoid past injustices.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

Protecting the vulnerable, or automating harm? AI's double-edged role in spotting abuse

AI has potential to enhance safety but must be implemented thoughtfully to avoid past injustices.
more#artificial-intelligence
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Strangers in the middle of a city: The John and Jane Does of L.A. General Hospital

Many patients arrive at L.A. General unidentified, leading to extended hospital stays without proper identification.
Mental health
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
2 months ago

These therapists give a name to the way Jewish distress has been ignored since Oct. 7: 'Traumatic invalidation' - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

The article discusses how Jewish trauma after the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks is characterized by 'traumatic invalidation,' where their pain is often ignored.
#education
fromKqed
3 months ago
Mental health

California's Mental Health Workforce Hindered by Training and Costs | KQED

fromKqed
3 months ago
Mental health

Many Californians Can't Get Mental Health Help. Is it Too Hard to Become a Therapist? | KQED

fromKqed
3 months ago
Mental health

California's Mental Health Workforce Hindered by Training and Costs | KQED

fromKqed
3 months ago
Mental health

Many Californians Can't Get Mental Health Help. Is it Too Hard to Become a Therapist? | KQED

more#education
#homelessness
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
NYC LGBT

Exclusive | On hobo patrol with the NYPD: 'We can't force them' off subways into shelters

Efforts to assist homeless individuals in transit stations often face significant reluctance and trust issues, as seen in a recent outreach initiative.
fromnonprofitquarterly.org
3 months ago
Non-profit organizations

How the Climate Crisis Impacts People Who Are Unhoused - Non Profit News

Libraries are becoming essential support centers for the unhoused, providing services that extend beyond traditional literacy programs.
more#homelessness
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fromsfist.com
4 months ago

Notable Humans: Susan Kare, Designer Of Mac's Earliest Icons And Its Friendly Aesthetic

Susan Kare's pioneering work in designing Macintosh icons set a new standard for tech symbols and transformed user interface design, leaving a lasting influence on Apple's brand.
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