On this World Day of Social Justice (Feb 20) let’s honor the thousands of nonprofit organizations and individuals serving as a beacon of hope for so many. Reach out to help. Volunteer. Donate. Join a board. Seriously! Each of us have a role to play. Find what cause, mission speaks to you and I can assure you there is a nonprofit addressing that issue — and they need you.
Here are a few great organizations we are working with. They are doing life-changing work for children, schools, formerly incarcerated adults, at-risk youth, diversity efforts, and working professionals.
Learn more about the incredible work they are doing below and don’t be shy to reach out!
DIY Girls: Girls empowerment and STEAM
DIY Girls’s mission is to increase girls’ interest and success in technology, engineering and making through innovative educational experiences and mentor relationships. We’re a supportive community for girls driven by an interest in creating and building with technology. www.diygirls.org
How Leadership Savvy is helping: Board Retreat Facilitation and Training
Flintridge Center: Serving at-risk youth and adults
Flintridge Center’s mission is to break the cycle of poverty and violence through community planning, innovation and action. Flintridge provides the Apprenticeship Preparation Program for formerly incarcerated adults, the Youth of Promise program for youth in high-risk circumstances, reintegration services, and individualized case management to our community members. www.flintridge.org
How Leadership Savvy is helping: Employee Survey and Staff Retreat
Conga Kids: Social-emotional health via dance
Conga Kids is an arts-in-education program that promotes social-emotional wellness through partner-dance. Our principal goal is to shift the way students view themselves, their peers, and their communities. Conga Kids programs promote creativity, teaches critical inter-personal communication skills, and sets a foundation of respect, teamwork, confidence, and leadership. www.congakids.com
How Leadership Savvy is helping: Strategy Consulting and Coaching
AAJA: Diversity & fair/accurate coverage in media
Asian American Journalists Association’s mission is about advancing diversity in newsrooms, and ensuring fair and accurate coverage of communities of color. AAJA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit educational and professional organization with more than 1,500 members in 20 chapters across the United States and Asia. Since its founding, AAJA has been at the forefront of change in the journalism industry. www.aaja.org
How Leadership Savvy is helping: Board Retreat and Strategy Facilitation
