SOTM Discussion Board by Whitney Bunts

well-resourced means those involved feel supported and uplifted.

2024-06-13 17:05:58 UTC

enough funding, enough people who aren't burned out and stretched to capacity

kmeyerscott — 2024-06-13 17:06:16 UTC

'Well resourced' is not the same as 'well funded'

jpenn26 — 2024-06-13 17:06:50 UTC

Point Source Youth.

2024-06-13 17:07:11 UTC

Youth led, Margins to the center thinking. Lots of embodied work.

well funded by philanthropies

2024-06-13 17:07:16 UTC

Able to support the people and the communities involved.

whitney114 — 2024-06-13 17:07:23 UTC

Well-resourced means having a strong base that is not only aligned, but also shows up continuously until their demands are met.

2024-06-13 17:07:41 UTC

connected to/backed by influential elected officials

2024-06-13 17:07:48 UTC

Longevity/resiliency

jpenn26 — 2024-06-13 17:07:53 UTC

2024-06-13 17:08:00 UTC

Adequate resources; resources fitting for the population

Yes

2024-06-13 17:08:04 UTC

The Black Panthers

2024-06-13 17:08:04 UTC

Equitable

elopez478 — 2024-06-13 17:08:12 UTC

Burnout, not enough funding or constraints on funding ie: not speaking on specific issues that make funders uncomfortable.

Free Palestine movement

2024-06-13 17:08:24 UTC

No shared understanding of justice or liberation

whitney114 — 2024-06-13 17:08:27 UTC

sometimes I think well-resourced movements suppress individual voices/dissent

kmeyerscott — 2024-06-13 17:08:37 UTC

Indigenous Practices

2024-06-13 17:08:40 UTC

consulting communities!

Non profit industrial complex overshadows genuine work

whitney114 — 2024-06-13 17:08:49 UTC

March for Our Lives

2024-06-13 17:08:53 UTC

#metoo and its ability to be widespread on socials and constantly recognizable

2024-06-13 17:09:05 UTC

Powerful relationships between members of the community/movement

jpenn26 — 2024-06-13 17:09:18 UTC

Free Brittney Movement

whitney114 — 2024-06-13 17:09:18 UTC

Tokenism

2024-06-13 17:09:23 UTC

on the negative side, i feel like the movement to elect trump is extremely well-resources and effective. but i don't like the lessons from it

kmeyerscott — 2024-06-13 17:09:33 UTC

capitalism and other isms

whitney114 — 2024-06-13 17:09:38 UTC

power struggle

whitney114 — 2024-06-13 17:09:48 UTC

Strategically marketed and shared

2024-06-13 17:09:49 UTC

To be rooted in liberation and intentionally giving power to the most marginalized, funding the advocacy of the most effected.

2024-06-13 17:09:52 UTC

Funding

2024-06-13 17:09:54 UTC

Funding like money

2024-06-13 17:10:02 UTC

not celebrating the little wins that help them get to the big wins

2024-06-13 17:10:13 UTC

Ability to evolve over time

2024-06-13 17:10:15 UTC

I think well-resourced primarily means "people power" or "power by numbers" -- by this definition, I think we can look to a lot of models (i.e., Movement for Black Lives, #MeToo, the Reproductive Rights movement, and other social movements with a human-centered mission and aim). These have derived their respective "successes" in large part through popular political education, storytelling and the vulnerability of those directly impacted by them, and the persistence of their collective vocal advocacy.

public is inundated with movements to follow from social media

2024-06-13 17:10:26 UTC

Public view

2024-06-13 17:10:37 UTC

Getting the message out, and keeping core values as it expands and grows

having a narrow vision of liberation/freedom. succumbing to liberal progressivism instead of fighting for transformation or freedom for the most oppressed

2024-06-13 17:10:42 UTC

I feel like the movement to implement direct cash transfer pilots has been well-resourced and effective. but it has also created backlash (legislation in states banning DCT programs)

kmeyerscott — 2024-06-13 17:10:55 UTC

2024-06-13 17:10:57 UTC

It takes a village to make voices be heard!

Allegheny County, PA

2024-06-13 17:11:13 UTC

Yes, Pennsylvania's Allegheny County provides a compelling model through its DHS Data Warehouse, which effectively integrates diverse data sources to enhance human services including those pertaining to homelessness. Their success, driven by robust funding and collaborative trust-building among agencies, offers valuable insights for national efforts aiming to end youth homelessness through strategic partnerships and data-driven decision-making.

includes an interconnected web of organizations that touch on various sectors

2024-06-13 17:11:13 UTC

A diverse selection of resources that caters to different needs & experiences

2024-06-13 17:11:14 UTC

Financial literacy, food, emergency funds, parental help, therapy, holistic health & wellness, differently abled, immigration, counseling, P2P support/connection etc.

Everyone has something to contribute

jpenn26 — 2024-06-13 17:11:37 UTC

2024-06-13 17:12:37 UTC

Burnout and unfortunately, legitimacy (from those who are in positions of power, specifically white men/non-directly impacted people)

It's a marathon, not a sprint. And don't settle.

2024-06-13 17:12:48 UTC

2024-06-13 17:12:56 UTC

white savior complex

(racial) capitalism

2024-06-13 17:13:21 UTC

2024-06-13 17:14:31 UTC

The most vulnerable youth and young adults are almost always not able to be in the room/at the table because they are in crisis. These voices aren't truly heard until/if their situation improves, which is a shame because their input is most valuable and would ideally be centered at all times.

Bringing in the 7 generations view and alignment with our ancestors and descendants, Earth based/body based/respect based... the dream of the village and centering the children.

2024-06-13 17:15:12 UTC

Sustainability

2024-06-13 17:17:45 UTC

Listening to voices that have no basis in our own experience with respect. Examples another culture, emerging dreams/someone who lives with voices.

2024-06-13 17:17:52 UTC

Embracing conflict as necessary and regenerating/growthful/building community.

2024-06-13 17:18:21 UTC

Staff turnover, especially in direct services

2024-06-13 17:58:19 UTC

YPT at AWHA

2024-06-13 18:08:10 UTC

Lived expertise leadership, approval process, and CEO = amazing

Shannon Community Safety Initiative (CSI) in Massachusetts

2024-06-13 18:11:36 UTC

Consistent Legislative Funding: Since 2006, the Massachusetts Legislature has consistently appropriated funds to support the Shannon Community Safety Initiative, ensuring stable and ongoing financial resources dedicated to reducing gang violence across the state.
Extensive Reach and Collaboration: The initiative currently funds 15 geographic sites encompassing 25 communities across Massachusetts. This extensive reach is supported by 138 partner organizations and 130 full-time equivalent positions, enabling widespread and coordinated efforts to address gang violence.
Evidence-Based, Multi-Sector Approach: Modeled after the OJJDP Comprehensive Gang Model, Shannon CSI employs a data-driven, multi-sector strategy that involves a thorough needs assessment and the development of targeted strategies by a dedicated steering committee. This approach ensures that resources are effectively utilized to address the specific needs of each community.

Youth and young adults (rightfully) lack trust in organizations and governments due to negative experiences

2024-06-13 22:10:59 UTC

So it can be hard to recruit and retain YALE professionals