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Gender Inclusiveness: Community Renewal Society

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Gender Inclusiveness: Community Renewal Society

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In this resource, I found that is a great tool for Gender Inclusiveness, and also for LGBTQIA+ resources. The Community Renewal Society provides an outlet for those who are apart of the community, and even those who are not and want to learn more about the community. It provides many information regarding how to get involved in LGBTQIA+ issues or to make donations. Also, the website provides blogs and announcements where LGBTQIA+ groups are able to use as a resource to stay engaged in the community. I have never heard of this website before, and I think it is a great way to stay involved if wanting to learn or be apart of the Gender-Inclusive community.

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LGBTQIA+ Resources
#AllBlackLivesMatter

PRIDE is not just a month. PRIDE is a movement that invites everyone to be who they were called to be and live in that truth. CRS stands in solidarity with all members of the LGBTQIA+ community, not just in word, but in action.

We are proud to offer worship resources to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community. Keep up with latest LGBTQIA+ legislations and take actions by visiting our blog and announcements.

CRS has gathered this list of links to be used as a resource for information, education, and even some entertainment, and to be an encouragement to the LGBTQIA+ community. The Beloved Community is inclusive of all, for all. That is PRIDE!

Learn more information on how to get involved with CRS in work on LGBTQIA+ issues and/or make a donation to support this important work.

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LGBTQIA+ Resources - Community Renewal Society

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PRIDE is not just a month. PRIDE is a movement that invites everyone to be who they were called to be and live in that truth. CRS stands in solidarity with all members of the LGBTQIA+ community, not just in word, but in action. We are proud to offer worship resources to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community.

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Culture/Race as Central Issues: Ethnic Minority Psychological Associations 

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Culture/Race as Central Issues: Ethnic Minority Psychological Associations 

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Exploring for this topic, I found remarkable information regarding culture and race and issues these communities face. In this website, however, people who go through these hardships and difficulties on a day-to-day basis, are able to refer to this website, which has many attachments to psychological associations that build supportive networks for these races. For example, there is listed an "Association of Black Psychologists", where its mission is to achieve the empowerment of the African character and illumination of the African spirit. These resources give these minority groups an outlet to feel supported and accepted. Even if the race is not in these attachments, it is a great way to start learning about other minority groups and what they stand for and learn from one another. To build community, I think this is a great resource to start building a foundation for equality amongst different groups around the globe.

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Ethnic Minority Psychological Association Newsletters

Asian American Psychologist
Kathleen Young, PhD; Chia-Wen (Winnie) Hsieh, PhD; Cirleen DeBlaere, PhD; Hannah Nguyen, MSW; Darcy Ing, PhD; Jacqueline Lee Tilley, BA; Xin Zhao; Julieanne Pojas; BJ Gonzalvo, PhD; Marlena Wu, PsyD, co-editors
Asian American Psychological Association
5025 North Central Avenue
PMB#527
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 230-4257

Psych Discourse
Halford H. Fairchild, PhD, editor
The Association of Black Psychologists
7119 Allentown Road, Suite 203
Fort. Washington, MD 20744
(301) 449-3082
(301) 449-3084 (Fax)
Editorial
Advertising

Latina/o Psychology Today
Hector Y. Adames, PsyD, editor; Nayeli Y. Chavez-Dueñas, PhD, associate editor; Jessica G. Perez-Chavez, Mackenzie T. Goertz, student editors; Regina Jean-van Hell, PhD, SIG column coordinator
National Latina/o Psychological Association
229 E. Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 800
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 220-9800
(414) 220-9802 fax
Email Latina/o Psychology Today newsletter

In A Good Way, The official Publication of the Society of Indian Psychologists
Jacque Gray, editor
Email In A Good Way newsletter

Newsletter of the Society for the Psychological Study of Ethnic Minority Issues
Alyson Burns-Glover, PhD, editor
Email Focus newsletter

Crossroads
Danna Bismar, Interim Editor-in-Chief
Email Crossroads newsletter

Contact the Ethnicity, Race, and Cultural Affairs Portfolio

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These associations support ethnic minority psychologists and advocate for the unique needs of Native Americans, Asian Americans, African Americans, and Latinas and Latinos. This page highlights the mission statement, membership roster, as well as information about National Ethnic Minority Psychological Associations and their associated newsletters.

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In this website, I found the website for the National Center on Safe Supportive Learning Environments, where people in the community can refer to when trying to link these three things together. To begin, they mention how these three things together can form a shared responsibility and process were students and other families can engage with one another and actively begin their children's development and learning. This website offers a variety of resources for families to look at for guidelines on how to begin on family and community engagement, and and even involvement in education. Some resources that are provided are the events that the center provides, and training and contact information for any questions or concerns families or communities or businesses may have.

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Research shows that when schools, parents, families, and communities work together, students:

This is true for students of all ages, all backgrounds, and across race and ethnicity. Furthermore, a variety of supports cutting across the spectrum of social, health, and academic needs may be necessary for school success. High quality schools have demonstrated track records connecting with community resources and families to improve student outcomes in all domains of development.

Although schools may interpret lack of involvement of immigrant or non-English speaking families as "not caring" about their children's education, this is most often NOT the case. Bilingual resources and staff, programs to help parents understand how to support their children's education, and parent liaisons who can connect the school and families to linguistically and culturally diverse community resources can be highly effective strategies for developing partnerships between schools, families, and the community.

Foundations for academic success begin in early childhood and are further developed during elementary school years. Conversely, patterns of failure and disengagement also begin early. For example, struggling readers are likely to continue to experience ongoing difficulties in secondary school if they are not supported early in their development. Continuity with family engagement strategies and partnerships with community programs from Pre-K/Elementary School to middle and high school can help support academic achievement throughout students' school tenure.

Adelman, H. & Taylor, L. (2007). Fostering School, Family, and Community Involvement. The Hamilton Fish Institute on School and Community Violence & Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory. Available at: http://smhp.psych.ucla.edu/publications/44%20guide%207%20fostering%20school%20family%20and%20community%20involvement.pdf

Epstein, J. L. et al. (2009). School, family, and community partnerships: Your handbook for action. Third edition. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press.

Family Support. (n.d.). National Education Association. Available at https://www.nea.org/student-success/engaged-families-communities/family-support

Handbook on Family and Community Engagement. (2011). http://www.families-schools.org/downloads/FACEHandbook.pdf

National Family, School, and Community Engagement Working Group: Recommendations for Federal Policy . Cambridge, MA: Harvard Family Research Project; 2009. Available at https://archive.globalfrp.org/family-involvement/publications-resources/national-family-school-and-community-engagement-working-group-recommendations-for-federal-policy

National Network of Partnership Schools' (NNPS). (n.d.). Available at https://nnps.jhucsos.com/

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Family-school-community partnerships are a shared responsibility and reciprocal process whereby schools and other community agencies and organizations engage families in meaningful and culturally appropriate ways, and families take initiative to actively support their children's development and learning.

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Parks & Rec. Programs: Upper Merion Township Parks & Rec. 

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Parks & Rec. Programs: Upper Merion Township Parks & Rec. 

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In the page I found, I learned about Upper Merion township, that provides parks and recreation places to offer a wide range of fitness, recreation, and education programs for all ages. They provide many program sites to refer to and have many partnerships with local community groups, to provide resources for everyone out and near the area. These programs offer a comprehensive Activity Guide that is published and mailed to all residents of the Upper Merion Township community, where they can either register for programs that they are offering or classes online as well for those who need it for their education.

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Upper Merion Township is located in southeastern Pennsylvania, about 15 miles from Philadelphia. Over the last five decades, Upper Merion has developed into one of the most important activity centers of the region. The township has approximately 27,000 residents, hosts over 50,000 jobs, and offers over 9.5 million square feet of office space.

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In the YMCA, I found and was shocked to find out that the YMCA is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, considering it to be a faith-based organization. YMCA focuses on strengthening communities by connecting people to their potential, purpose, and each other. YMCA does a variety of things such as education and leadership programs to those who need it, supporting diverse communities in special projects, and even works for mental and physical health with activities they do. To get involved, YMCA mentions that they rely solely on volunteers for the most part, and want people to work alongside them to strengthen communities.

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Our programs and services are focused on our primary areas of impact that help people achieve their goals and strengthen communities. With our breadth of offerings, you can find the support you need and help your neighborhood thrive.

We help young people to grow into healthy, thriving adults by offering supportive education and leadership programs, team sports and camps.

We support individual and community well-being. People of all ages, interests and skill levels can find the fitness classes, family activities and group interests they need to lead active, vibrant lives. The Y also collaborates with community leaders to bring healthy living within reach of all people.

Through community programs, local outreach and global engagement, we provide support and inspire action in our communities.

One Thing Congress Can Do to Help Working Families Today

In an op-ed for Newsweek, President and CEO Suzanne McCormick urges Congress to pass supplemental child care funding to help ensure that providers like the Y have the support they need to hire and retain skilled staff and keep programs affordable and accessible for families.

We Are All Connected

Advancing Equity for All

In observation of Native American Heritage Month, guest writer Les G. Peters of the YMCA of Greater Long Beach, Community Development Branch reflects on his life experiences as a Native American/Indigenous person and how the ability to embrace both a Western and a Native worldview helps him to best serve his community and live a fulfilled life. Read the latest in our blog series "Advancing Equity for All."

We are committed to strengthening communities. Learn more about our mission, vision and the core values that guide us each and every day.

When you support the Y - the leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities - you give young people a chance at a better future, foster healthy lifestyles and help build vibrant communities right where you live.

A Safe Space for Children and Teens

The safety and well-being of the children and teens in our care always has been and always will be a top priority.

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YMCA of the USA - A Leading Nonprofit Organization

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YMCA is the leading nonprofit committed to strengthening individuals and communities across the country. Learn how you can get involved, donate and advocate.

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Community Service: Berks County Community Foundation

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Community Service: Berks County Community Foundation

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I found the BCC Foundation, that provides community service opportunities for those living in Berks County. Thus, their mission at BCCF is to promote philanthropy and improve the quality of life for the residents of Berks County, Pennsylvania. Yet, BCCF has been helping individuals, families, and organizations by establishing funds at the Community Foundation that have specific purposes. Charitable funds are raised each year, and the funds are then distributed to grants and scholarships to support students and other organizations. Some resources they provide is being able to start a meeting to request a conversation to see what can be done to help. Additionally, on their website (https://bccf.org/ways-to-give-guidelines/), you are able to apply for a scholarship or a grant, or even make a donation as well.

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Ways to Give Guidelines - Berks County Community Foundation

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In this movie, I saw that when the schools and the families work together, the children seemed to do better and respect one another better. When schools and families and these community groups work together to support learning or different races, children are more eager to like school more or to interact with one another. For example, in the movie, "Remember the Titans", Lastik, one of the football players, has always struggled with his grades. He was never a C+ average student, and because of it, did not plan on go to college. Yet, because of the help from his coach, he was able to push forward and persevere and attend college. It was shocking to see that Lastik and Coach Boone barely even knew each other, were opposite races despite all the hatred going around at that point in the movie, and able to work together to support learning. I feel like the community, especially with this town, highly impacted the way the guys played football, got along with one another, and the way they were in school. If the group of people, say the student's parents in this school, were more accepting of black people entering the school, the community would get along way smoother, and would not affect any race groups. If they weren't, I do not think the football team would have ever gotten along. It took Gerry Bertier the hardships to realize that everyone should be accepted for the team to work out, or in other things in general throughout the movie.

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In my opinion, I define community as a group (of people) who follow a social structure within a society, and surround themselves around that. This can be shown through morals, culture, social norms, etc).

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In this movie, it begins with a true story regarding a local school board was forced to integrate an all-black school with an all-white school, and explores the process in the integration through high school football, and the challenges they face. Throughout the movie, these groups of football players show how they can bring a town together to realize that these races should not be judged by the color of their skin. Coach Boone, through difficult times himself, goes through a process to turn the high school guys from enemies to brothers. Nonetheless, this movie goes in-depth of racism in the community during the 1970s and the struggles of dealing with the integrated society.