Addressing Mental Health Disparities in Academia for BIPOC Individuals
Factors impacting BIPOC mental health include limited access to quality care, cultural mistrust, discrimination, stigma, and lack of awareness. BIPOC individuals in academia face additional stress due to questions about their abilities and worthiness. Historical contexts influence mental health inte
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Addressing Equity Disparities in Homelessness: OCOH Meeting Updates
Equity matters as BIPOC populations face overrepresentation in homelessness. Strategic plans and focus areas aim to embed equity in programs, train staff, and address systemic racism. Racial equity training by HSH's Equity Office is empowering staff to combat housing discrimination.
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Education Equity Initiatives in East Palo Alto and Surrounding Communities
Education equity initiatives in East Palo Alto, Belle Haven, and North Fair Oaks prioritize expanding opportunities for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities. Cañada College's Educational Master Plan focuses on increasing high school student participation on campus, while emphasizing o
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Empowering Entrepreneurs: Libraries as Catalysts for Business Growth
Libraries play a vital role in supporting entrepreneurs by providing access to resources, knowledge, technology, and networking opportunities. They break down economic barriers, offer free services, and empower underserved populations like women and BIPOC entrepreneurs. From skills development to ex
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Enhancing BIPOC Representation in STEM Collections Through Diversity Audit
Central Washington University's Student Success Librarian, Janet Calderon, explores the importance of evaluating and enhancing diversity in library collections to better serve BIPOC students in STEM fields. The study examines the lack of established criteria for collection diversity, the significanc
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Proposed Budget for Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Initiatives
Presentation of the FY22 proposed budget focusing on shifting the culture of the City of Burlington towards inclusivity and authenticity for BIPOC communities. The budget includes allocations for empowerment, Juneteenth celebrations, public art, salaries, and various programs to support the BIPOC co
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LISC NYC Small Business Learning Session - March 1, 2022
Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) NYC is hosting a learning session on March 1, 2022, focusing on supporting underinvested communities and BIPOC-owned small businesses. Their mission includes promoting sustainable wealth generation, inclusive economic transformation, and priority areas su
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Understanding the Great Dechurching Phenomenon: Causes and Implications
Explore the multifaceted aspects of the Great Dechurching trend, from definitions to demographic breakdowns, reasons behind leaving, and strategies to bring back disengaged individuals. Uncover the shifting landscape of church attendance in the U.S. and delve into the different groups, such as Mains
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Project HEALINGS - Promoting Health Equity and Vaccination Access in Minnesota
Project HEALINGS of MN aims to address healthcare disparities exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly affecting BIPOC communities in Minnesota. Through strategic initiatives like detailing barriers to vaccination uptake, equipping cultural influencers, and developing culturally appropriat
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Intersectionality in Disability Advocacy: Challenges and Opportunities
Explore the complexities of disability advocacy at the intersections of LGBTQ+ and BIPOC identities. Delve into lived experiences, core concepts, and potential tensions to enhance advocacy efforts. Address key issues like integration, reasonable accommodation, and the intersection of disability, HIV
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