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Joint Statement from Museum Bloggers and Colleagues on Ferguson and Related Events

Museum 2.0

Gretchen Jennings convened a group of bloggers and colleagues online to develop a statement about museums'' responsibilities and opportunities in response to the events in Ferguson, Cleveland and Staten Island. Museums are a part of this educational and cultural network. University law schools are hosting seminars on Ferguson.

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Making Stories Work for Your Org: What the Data Says

NTEN

But here at M+R, we've seen hard data contradict brilliant theories often enough to know that testing is essential, so we put personal stories to the test for a major national health organization. Holocaust Museum, Aspen Institute, Audubon Society, SaveOurEnvironment.org, Opportunity Agenda, and United Nations Association.

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Mexico’s cultural appropriation ban is off to a messy start

The Verge

A law meant to protect Indigenous art might just be lip service The first embroidery stitch María Méndez Rodríguez learned at the age of 7 was the chain stitch. Whether the law actually works is another question. Likewise, the law says that any contracts or agreements made by any member individually will be null.

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Resources for Native American Heritage Month 2021

Media Cause

[Image: Mesa Verde National Park (Colorado) by Mariola Grobelska. Mesa Verde was the first national park designated with the express purpose of preserving “the works of man.”]. The United States would not be the nation it is today without the contributions of indigenous Americans. National Today. Get Involved!

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The Power of Giving: Supporting AAPI Nonprofits That Align with Your Values

Neon CRM

Visit the Asian American Arts Alliance Website If You’re Passionate About the Law, Support the South Asian Bar Association of North America Anyone familiar with the legal system knows how invaluable it is to have a support network of peers and access to ongoing education.

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Breaking down the CARES Act:  How the New Stimulus Bill Could Provide Relief for Social Good Organizations

Connection Cafe

On Friday, March 27, the House of Representatives and the President signed into law H.R. 748, the third relief package Congress has passed, and the President has signed into law to address the US response to COVID-19. National Domestic Violence Hotline – $2 Million. Institute of Museum and Library Services – $50 Million.

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Sri Lanka’s cannabis-seekers are gathering on Facebook

The Verge

Cannabis has a complicated history in the island nation. While native medicinal practitioners used cannabis to treat illnesses in the past, a law introduced in 1935 under British colonial rule criminalized cannabis. “If it’s two to three joints, I’ve heard they release you after a $30 fine. Plus my boyfriend works in the police.