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We had no idea what we would learn as we set out on our end-of-life journey with a tangible project—a not-for-profit funeral service owned and led by the community. Looking back four years, creating a simple project plan while building community support seemed straightforward. We initially thought our efforts would focus on fundraising rather than advocacy. However, we soon realised that our approach needed to be more community-centric. We are now advocating for the Queensland Government to help us address systemic issues that hinder community innovation in meeting local needs. With your support and collaboration from institutions like Sunshine Coast Council, we are confident that we can overcome these challenges. We want to engage with you: What role does the community have in the end-of-life and funeral space? How can we establish a productive relationship with the institutions that manage our essential community infrastructure? Should the community have a say in the outcomes of this work? How can we share information and collaborate effectively? Your insights are invaluable as we work through these important questions together. #CommunityEngagement #FuneralServices #CommunityInnovation #CommunityNeeds #PublicInfrastructure #Advocacy #CivicParticipation #CollaborativeApproach #SystemicChange #FuneralCare #CommunityVoice #CulturalAwareness #SunshineCoast #Queensland

"Frustrated by the lack of supportive housing options post-release? 😠🏠💔" Finding a stable and supportive living situation can be a major hurdle after release. The frustration of navigating this crucial need without adequate support can feel overwhelming and unfair. Highlight the Need: Recognizing and speaking about this issue is vital for bringing about change. 🔊🚨 Community Advocacy: Engaging with advocacy groups can amplify your voice and drive improvements in housing support. 🗣️👥 Support Networks: Building connections with others facing similar challenges can provide mutual support and shared resources. 🤝🔄 Feeling stuck? Share your experience in the comments, like this post to raise awareness, or save it for resources on housing advocacy. #HousingCrisis #Advocacy #AwakenYourLionessSpirit #TogetherWeRise

Activist Tips: Power, Patience, and Local Support Join our passionate speaker as they share invaluable advice for activists striving to make a difference. Discover effective communication strategies and the importance of community support in today's activism landscape. Empower yourself with insights to tackle challenging laws and create meaningful change! #Activism #CommunitySupport #Empowerment #SocialChange #Advocacy #CannabisReform #NonProfit #ActivistStrategies #Determination #GrassrootsMovement

Tuesday Tip: BACE Launches Advocacy & Justice Timebank BACE Timebank is a super timebank that creates mini-timebanks within it to meet the growing needs of society. If you do unpaid advocacy/justice work: (1) Ask your organization to join a timebank and pay you in time currency for the (unpaid volunteer) work you do on its behalf. (2) Discuss assumptions your organization might have about time credit. You should be able to earn one hour of time credit for each hour you volunteer and/or travel on behalf of the organization. If your organization won't join a timebank or you're not part of an organization, then contact the leadership of your local timebank. Ask if they have an advocacy or justice volunteer program or category where you can submit requests to be paid in time currency for your unpaid advocacy work and spend your earned hours in your local timebank community. #Redefine work--one of the five principles of timebanking and our motivating reason for creating the Advocacy & Justice Timebank. BACE Timebank is free to join, free to use, and has been since 2009. We have an all-volunteer staff who have the option to be paid in time currency. #justice #justdoit #advocacy #volunteer #voluntariado #philanthropy #foundation #volunteermanagement #timeascurrency #getpaid #redefinework

Today marks Social Media Day. We recognize the transformative impact of social media platforms in expanding reach and messaging for nonprofit fundraising, advocacy and outreach efforts. We value social media for fostering community engagement and driving meaningful impact. Here's to the power of digital messaging! #SocialMediaDay #NonProfitCommunity #Advocacy #DigitalReach #obriengarrett

90% of Community Development is really just: - Advocating for Education 📚 - Supporting Entrepreneurship 💼 - Empowering through Mentorship 🌟 The little stuff that makes all the difference. Visit our website: http://ktteev.com. Share your thoughts or tag someone who needs this! #Education #Advocacy #ktteev #educationunleashed #pedagogyperspective

As part of our 50th anniversary celebration, we are collecting stories and memories from volunteers and supporters, past and present. Have you been a volunteer or are you a partner in literacy advocacy? Share your story in the comments or email [email protected] with your experiences. We'd love to hear from you! #EveryoneNeedsToRead #Volunteer #ESL #AdultLiteracy #MultigenerationalLearning

Can you find the common theme among these connections? 🧐 Here are some hints for what's coming on Saturday! Share your guesses in the comments ⬇️ #OurWorkIsNotDone #activism #organizing #nonprofits #advocacy #humanrights

Most Education programs charge you $120,000+ to learn: - Advocacy 101 - Entrepreneurship 101 - Community Development 101 Or, you could spend less than $100 and just read these 3 books. Visit our website: http://ktteev.com 📚✨ #Education #Advocacy #ktteev #educationunleashed #pedagogyperspective

Communities thrive when we serve selflessly. When we step up to help, we inspire others to do the same, creating a chain of positive change. Advocacy isn’t just about identifying problems ,it is about actively solving them or raising awareness. Solving a problem or bringing attention to it is advocacy. You can teach people about the issues, share practical solutions, or even provide resources that offer relief. Every action we take contributes to lasting impact. As #advocates, it’s crucial to recognize the needs in our communities and take steps to address them. Be the light that leads the way because the health and growth of our communities depend on all of us working together. It is not just one person's fight ,it’s a collective effort to ensure our communities flourish. Be part of the change. It starts with you. So, how are you contributing to the collective strength of your community? Your actions today could make all the difference. My name is Aanuoluwaposimi Mary Ajayi, a passionate advocate for community engagement and volunteering. Need a dedicated professional to drive impactful initiatives and inspire action? Send me a DM. #SocialAdvocate #Volunteer #BeTheChange #CollectiveImpact #CommunityEngagement #Advocacy