A couple of months ago, I was working with 400 sixth graders—almost all Latino kids. I opened with a cute ice-breaker that asks groups of 20 kids to come up with something they all have in common. Generally, kids yell “we all like pizza,” or “we all have a dog.” This time was different. Almost […]
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First things first: Lets start off with a definition of culture: Culture is a set of structures and institutions, values, and traditions transmitted across generations in a certain time and place. So, what’s integral to American cultural? Some might say: A belief in basic equality and justice. Others might suggest the idea of Rugged Individualism. […]
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This is the tale of two seats of twins: One set, Abe and Hamadi were born in Sierra Leone, Northwest Africa. The other set Ryan and Kevin were born in Brighton, England. Abe and Ryan are both the first born of their twin sets. Both sets of twins are just as cute as can be. If […]
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This is the first blog in a 3-part series examining Cultural Competency. We’ll explore: What is Cultural Competency? Why is Cultural Competency important? What does Cultural Competency look like in schools and agencies serving multi-cultural communities? First, a simple definition: The word culture implies shared patterns of behavior, traditions, customs, beliefs, and values. The word […]
Advocacy—Just the Facts Ma’am So, we’ve already talked about the reluctance of a lot of non-profits to engage in advocacy and lobbying. A lot of this reluctance has to do with fear; boards and non-profit staff are afraid they’re going to lose their non-profit status if they engage in lobbying and advocacy. You’ll be fine […]
What does advocacy have to do with development? More importantly, how can your advocacy work help increase donations? Advocacy work is exciting! It is mission driven and passion driven. Advocacy work is the core of your work, and is why most of your supporters are involved. It speaks from and to the heart. You know too, that […]
What to Say to Kids When the President is a Bully
/in Blog /by Kevin O'GradyA couple of months ago, I was working with 400 sixth graders—almost all Latino kids. I opened with a cute ice-breaker that asks groups of 20 kids to come up with something they all have in common. Generally, kids yell “we all like pizza,” or “we all have a dog.” This time was different. Almost […]
What is Cultural Competency
/in Blog /by Kevin O'GradyFirst things first: Lets start off with a definition of culture: Culture is a set of structures and institutions, values, and traditions transmitted across generations in a certain time and place. So, what’s integral to American cultural? Some might say: A belief in basic equality and justice. Others might suggest the idea of Rugged Individualism. […]
Why is Cultural Competency Important?
/in Blog /by Kevin O'GradyThis is the tale of two seats of twins: One set, Abe and Hamadi were born in Sierra Leone, Northwest Africa. The other set Ryan and Kevin were born in Brighton, England. Abe and Ryan are both the first born of their twin sets. Both sets of twins are just as cute as can be. If […]
Is Your Agency Culturally Competent
/in Blog /by Kevin O'GradyThis is the first blog in a 3-part series examining Cultural Competency. We’ll explore: What is Cultural Competency? Why is Cultural Competency important? What does Cultural Competency look like in schools and agencies serving multi-cultural communities? First, a simple definition: The word culture implies shared patterns of behavior, traditions, customs, beliefs, and values. The word […]
Just the Facts Ma’am
/in Blog /by Kevin O'GradyAdvocacy—Just the Facts Ma’am So, we’ve already talked about the reluctance of a lot of non-profits to engage in advocacy and lobbying. A lot of this reluctance has to do with fear; boards and non-profit staff are afraid they’re going to lose their non-profit status if they engage in lobbying and advocacy. You’ll be fine […]
Advocacy = Development
/in Blog /by Kevin O'GradyWhat does advocacy have to do with development? More importantly, how can your advocacy work help increase donations? Advocacy work is exciting! It is mission driven and passion driven. Advocacy work is the core of your work, and is why most of your supporters are involved. It speaks from and to the heart. You know too, that […]