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October Cause Awareness: National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Keep reading to learn more about the importance of this awareness month and how you can help. About National Domestic Violence Awareness Month In October 1981, the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence held the first “Day of Unity.”

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Public speaking for change

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

I originally started this blog as a way to keep more of our Benetech team aware of what was going on with me and other team members (through guest blogs) while on our travels. Many of us spend a big chunk of our time on the road rather than in the office, and it's good to share some of the reasons our office chairs are often empty!

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June Cause Awareness: LGBTQIA+ Pride Month

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Their mission is to promote visibility and awareness of the LGBTQIA+ community in the region and does so through community events and gatherings. Being aware of LGBTQIA+ issues and how you can make an impact is just as integral to taking part in Pride Month as joining a parade or rally! Donate to support their cause here.

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How managers can help Gen Z employees find meaning in their work

Fast Company Tech

Research shows self-awareness can be a powerful tool for creating a productive and engaged workforce. 3 questions to unlock the power of meaningful work Reflection and coaching are powerful tools that help early career employees develop self-awareness , add value, and build strong relationships. Kelly Kennedy, Ed.D.

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When is Equal Pay Day for social sector leaders in your state?

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Equal Pay Day is a symbolic day created by the National Committee on Pay Equity to increase awareness about the gender wage gap. Connecticut. Specifically, this day marks how far into the year a woman must work to receive the same wage that a man received the previous year. This year, U.S. 123,500.00. New Jersey. 145,496.00.

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Government contracts and nonprofit organizations: Problems and solutions

ASU Lodestar Center

Although these positive developments are possible, the Urban Institute Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy and the National Council of Nonprofits are well aware that there are many challenges and problems that have wormed their way into the system. Both sectors must participate equally in the task force so that each.

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Why some school districts are spending big on schools tailor-made for 4-year-olds

Fast Company Tech

A study of a preschool program in West Hartford, Connecticut, for example, found the amount of childrens time spent interacting with an adult caregiver increased from 3 % to 22% after the program moved from a crowded basement room to a larger classroom with bathrooms, sinks, storage space, and phones inside the classroom.

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