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November Cause Awareness: National Native American Heritage Month

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This important awareness month is dedicated to honoring the contributions of Indigenous American Indians and the history of the country’s first stewards. Elliott-High Eagle, a Cherokee Indian, created the first official week of awareness and recognition for American Indian and Alaska natives in October 1976. President Gerald R.

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Make Space—Lighten the Load for Your Heavy Lifters

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When I began my career in associations, activities were more seasonal,” Sharon observed. Lack of fulfillment in your day-to-day activities. When even one or two people bring these emotions to work, that negativity has the potential to spread like a virus and to sicken your culture. On a recent Association 4.0

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I am 1 in 10: Endometriosis Awareness Month

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Although endometriosis impacts an estimated 190 million people around the world ( World Health Organization ), misconceptions about the disease and a wide array of symptoms across patient populations exacerbate needless suffering. . Spreading endometriosis awareness through film and storytelling. Here’s the distinction: .

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3 Ways to Activate DEI in Your Nonprofit Organization

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With that, here are three starting points for activating DEI in your organization: Provide the tools Normalize feedback Evaluate and Reevaluate 1. Most people are yearning for and want to provide inclusion. The idea is not to shame or indict but rather to identify and bring awareness to the possible harmful impact of the behavior.

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Breast Cancer Awareness: Beyond Wearing Pink

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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a time to recognize the importance of early detection, treatment advancements, and research. It’s also an opportunity to raise funds for breast cancer research through awareness events such as walks and runs. How Can You Help Raise Awareness?

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Want To Be a Leader? Get to Know Yourself

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And, without self-awareness, it’s impossible to be a role model for others. Does self-awareness mean you realize you’re a number cruncher first and a communicator second? Organizational psychologist Tasha Eurich identifies two categories of self-awareness. It sounds simple. But it’s the assignment that’s easiest to fail.

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July Cause Awareness: Disability Pride Month

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A disability is any condition of the mind or body that makes it more difficult for someone to partake in certain activities and may impair their ability to participate easily in normal daily pursuits. Since the 1800s, organizations by and for people with disabilities have existed, but they exploded in popularity in the 1900s.