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Since 1947, NAREB has consistently advocated and worked for Democracy in Housing. Today, many of the same issues and disparities exist. The Building Black Wealth Program (BBWP) consists of initiatives designed to address the myriad of concerns having an impact upon NAREB’s ability to increase to Black homeownership as described in NAREB’s annual editions of State of Housing in Black America (SHIBA) Report. NAREB’s Five Strategic Priorities: 1. Faith-Based & Civic Engagement NAREB’s relationship with Faith-based and civic Institutions allows the association to target Black American consumers nationwide to: (1) Educate our audience about homeownership, and (2) Inspire them to purchase real estate. 2. Women Initiatives – Women Investing in Real Estate (W.I.R.E.) Specifically, the goals of the initiative are to: Increase access to financial information and capital for Black women; Increase home ownership and real estate investment for Black women as well as the development of affordable housing for and by Black women. 3. Diversity & Inclusion / Small Business NAREB will reach back into our communities to serve on local board and commissions to add our expertise as it relates to housing needs in our communities as well as inspire the next generation of real estate entrepreneurs through participation in career days on college and high school campuses. 4. Multi-Generational Wealth Building NAREB initiatives include: (1) the NAREB Youth Leadership Academy, (2) the NAREB Millennial Movement – focused on Gen Z and Millennial consumers, and (3) Efforts to inform senior citizens on key elements to prepare for and keep legacy wealth. 5. Government Relations / Advocacy NAREB will continue to educate, inform, and share with our members, elected and appointed officials, our community and its organizations on the homeownership needs of Black Americans and its importance to build wealth as well as strengthening communities. #blackhomeownershipmatters #nareb #nareblv #blackrealtistofsouthernnevada #shibareport #5pillarsofwealth #buildingblackwealth

One of the biggest barriers to girls' participation in sports is simply not having access to spaces. Tomorrow (March 8th) is International Women's Day, a day recognized and celebrated by indviduals, organizations, communities, and governments around the world. As this day approaches, what are you doing to celebrate the women in your life? What are you doing to remove barriers and promote progress? How are you contributing to the creation of accessible spaces for young women, whether in sports, academics, or elsewhere? I am proud that - over the past 18 months - I have helped launch a girls' basketball program that creates a space for up to 48 young women to play basketball, develop leadership and life skills, and make friends every week. Regardless of where you are or what resources you have, take a moment tomorrow (and every day) to reflect on the role you can play in advancing opportunities for young women in your community. (Photo: International Women's Day 2022)

NMV is what it is because of the women who lead it. In fact, the earliest ideations of NMV on record came from a Black woman who saw the burgeoning social media field as an opportunity to harness and expand civic power across digital spaces. Ashindi Maxton, we salute you for your early advocacy and foresight which sprouted what would become New Media Ventures, as well as the many fantastic women from Democracy Alliance who helped shape this network. NMV proudly boasts a 28% investment rate in female startup founders (for-profit), in stark comparison to the 3% industry standard, and an overall 50% investment rate across both for profit and nonprofit female-led organizations. Not as a trend, but because it's baked into our DNA. Here's to all the women who built and continue to strengthen the entrepreneur community at-large. 🥂 #happynationalwomenshistorymonth Pictured: Christie George Jessica Salinas Carlissia N. Graham Julie Kohler Cheryl Contee Daaiyah Bilal-Threats Sarah M. Williams Julie Menter Taren Stinebrickner-Kauffman Felicia Wong Anna Fink

Something to ponder during Women's History Month. These articles highlight the percent of women working in my disciplines -- education, healthcare, and the military. The question is whether the amount of women in leadership roles reflects the number of women in each industry's workforce. Women in healthcare - 77% Women in education - 75% Active duty women in our military - 18% https://lnkd.in/e2cPwEAM https://lnkd.in/eze8cjWV

The discussion aims to highlight the contributions of women in politics and inspire the next generation of leaders.

Honoring 16 Days of Activism! To honor the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2023, Truth & Reconciliation Conversations (TRC) is spotlighting the stories of five extraordinary women. Working closely with them, we've turned their narratives into captivating eBooks as part of TRC's Second Chance eBook series, sponsored by Mandela Media. Spotlight on "The School-to-Prison Pipeline" Our first feature is "The School-to-Prison Pipeline," a thought-provoking eBook by Michaela Rowsey. This insightful work sheds light on one of the most pressing issues in our education system and offers a fresh perspective on the challenges faced by our youth. In this thoughtful eBook, Michaela delves into the alarming trend of how certain educational practices contribute to the unjust funneling of students into the criminal justice system. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, she uncovers the underlying factors that perpetuate this cycle and presents potential solutions to break free from its grip. Must-read "The School-to-Prison Pipeline" is a must-read for educators, policymakers, parents, and anyone passionate about fostering a fair and inclusive educational environment. Michaela's expertise and passion for social justice shine through in this captivating exploration of a complex issue that affects communities nationwide. Get ready for more! I'll be introducing more amazing women who have worked with TRC to turn their empowering stories into eBooks. Keep an eye out for my upcoming LinkedIn posts. Let's Connect and Share If this post resonates with you, let's connect on LinkedIn. Your likes, comments, and shares helps spread the message! #16DaysOfActivism #EmpoweringStories #EducationSystem #Youth #TheSchoolToPrisonPipeline #CriminalJusticeSystem #SocialJustice #MichaelaRowsey #MandelaMedia Download "The School-to-Prison Pipeline" Now https://lnkd.in/dJ_h-Y6w

Would you ask a man that??? 🤨 This week I’ve been asked 2 questions that categorically wouldn’t be asked to a male founder (I believe!) 1. At the pitching event - we pitched, went well, great energy and hands shot up for questions. The first question “It’s known that female founders ask for less money than male founders, you’re asking for £1m, do you actually need £2m”. Now, why did this annoy me? Does it assume I don’t know what I’m doing? What sort of an answer was expected? Was it a test? Does anyone ask a man if they’re over-inflating their ask whilst women are under-valuing themselves and and their ask? Nope. My answer: No, we need £1m now and £3m in 2 years time. We know what we’re doing. Thank you. 👇 2. How’s it going with childcare? My answer: Would you ask a man that? (Yes, I said that) The justification of the second question was that our business helps kids and we talk about our own. We know the power of the personal story, but the question wasn’t “How are your children, you talk about them a lot, how are they doing?” I think that’s what was intended. But it wasn’t what was asked. I run a purpose driven, commercially focused business powered by the needs of 1000s of children, families and schools worldwide. ➡️ I want £1m now to fund the growth, build gaialytics - personalised education platform and service the need. ➡️ I want £3m in 2026 to expand internationally. Comments very welcome. I’m interested in all angles. Please follow Gaia Learning #wordsmatter #femalefounder #ceo #education #equality

Amazing morning spent at the Skirball with phenomenal women discussing The Report on The Status of Women and Girls in California. Like I said last year, our work is not done and there is so much that we can do individually and collectively. A few key takeaways in 2024... - Across the country our economy is losing money by not investing in women. Startups founded solely by women receive just 2% of all venture capital. This is despite the fact female founders generate 78 cents of revenue for every investment dollar - compared to a 31 cent return on funding for male-founded start-ups - Across the country, parents and guardians open fewer 529 tuition savings plans for girls than boys. - despite women now making up 60% of college graduates with and associate or bachelors degree - Median earning data reveal that California women earn 89% of what all men earn for full-time work. I encourage you to read the report for yourself, so that you can be a part of the solution in continuing to move the needle on advancing women and children in California. https://lnkd.in/gASeukMY #liftwomenup #reportonstatusofwomenandgirls

Join us in celebrating Women in Tech! Our Program Manager, Isha Sylla, will be leading a special session on robotics for a group of high school girls. This initiative is our way of empowering the next generation of girls in STEM. Please find the details below for this inspiring event! #WomenInTech #EmpoweringGirlsInSTEM #CommunityOutreach #RoboticsEducation 🚀💡🤖

When menstrual education is taboo, we miss out on valuable information in promotion of the well-being of women and girls. Tampax is taking important steps to remove shame and promote open discussion. Learn more below and be part of positive dialogue that’s empowering and confidence building. #pgemployee