This poem is part of our Black History Month content series and was submitted by Jamilah Stephens. Connect with Jamilah on email or LinkedIn. See all posts in this series and more Equity & Justice resources. The year 2020 will be remembered for many things, among them being the months-long grassroots activism which took place in...
Circles, an innovative mental health startup (with extensive experience) is looking for pilot partner local governments to set up support networks for your community members. The mission at Circles is no one in the world should have to be alone while facing an emotional challenge. Circles offers small, professionally led, meaningful online circles of support...
This article was written by Dana Healy, Executive Director of CTV North Suburbs. As city staff, the last thing we want to hear it to “pivot” or “expand” our job functions, especially around communication. There are other ways to expand your communication efforts without overtaxing staff. Community Media Centers in your own city are filled...
This guest article is by ELGL member Matt Hirschinger, the Assistant to the Town Manager in Hudson, Colorado. Read all of Matt's other articles at the Social Justice --> Government homepage. To start with the elephant in the room, law enforcement and social justice are widely seen as being at odds in today’s world. Advocates...
