The upcoming book, "American Welfare: Reclaiming the Dream for All of U.S.," urges a reimagining of welfare systems to foster community well-being and belonging.
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Belonging by Design: Insights from john a. powell
Belonging is intentionally created through design and policy choices, not just a hopeful feeling. It's essential for community building, requiring intentional systems to foster inclusion and support, as emphasized in john a. powell's work.
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Jane Addams & the Democracy We Build Together
Jane Addams emphasized that democracy is demonstrated through daily interactions, affecting how society treats individuals. Her insights on human services remind us that democracy thrives in community support and shared responsibility, a theme central to my forthcoming book.
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The Voices Shaping a New Story of Well-Being
When you write about systems, you quickly realize you’re also writing about the stories beneath them. Every policy, every rule, every routine we inherit began as an idea about how people behave and what we believe they deserve. To understand where those ideas came from—and what it will take to…
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Gratitude for the Builders of Belonging
This message expresses gratitude to human services professionals for their work in transforming systems to support people. Their efforts foster connections, translate policy into practice, and strengthen community foundations, promoting trust, belonging, and democracy amid challenges faced by families and organizations.
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The American Dream, Reimagined
Voting shapes our future by defining whose voices matter. While access to the American Dream has been limited, changing narratives can foster inclusivity and shared opportunity, challenging outdated perceptions of deservingness in society.