Ryan M. Eller

Appalachian, storyteller, writer, & ordained chaplain dedicated to justice & hope. ED @AppFunders, Fmr. ED @DefineAmerican. Tweets are my own.

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

After much reflection, I've decided to step back from this platform. While X connects many, it also fuels polarization & misinformation, impacting communities like #Appalachia, which deserve the truth.

I'm eager to work toward a more informed, equitable America in other spaces.

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

@JLNeyhart For now, LinkedIn & Facebook. But mostly good old-fashioned in-person and direct communications.

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

After much reflection, I've decided to step back from this platform. While X connects many, it also fuels polarization & misinformation, impacting communities like #Appalachia, which deserve the truth.

I'm eager to work toward a more informed, equitable America in other spaces.

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

@AppFunders is working w/ our network members on the ground to make sure funds go to those impacted by the devastating floods that hit the region from Hurricane #Helene.
Donate at: https://t.co/Up2REJ94Lk

Thanks for your support and solidarity. #DisasterRelief #AppalachianStrong

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

Who is Appalachian?
Where is #Appalachia?
Is there an Appalachian vote?
What role does Appalachia play in politics?

All questions in this important piece. The region is not the "stand-in" for "white working-class voters" many think it to be.

https://t.co/HshO1MCv4A

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

Although @JDVance1 wasn't born or educated in #Appalachia, his book's title frames a narrative folks often associate. Our region is not monolithic. As we see a renewed spotlight with his #VP pick, the national discourse should reflect our diversity, complexity, & strength.

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

Hope to see all y'all in #Hazard tomorrow! #Appalachia #Comedy #CivicEngagement

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

@AppFunders is thrilled the Good Laugh Comedy Tour is coming through #Appalachia! Join us in Hazard, KY on July 9 to explore how comedy can boost civic participation & health 🎤😂 #GoodLaughComedyTour https://t.co/jpBgiqfrS9

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

I’m a peacemaker but these hands are ready.

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

Meaningful to re-see (this time on video) spirited faces & energy of leaders in our region & across the @AppFunders.

By joining, you'll connect w/ passionate folk & impactful orgs dedicated to lasting impact in #Appalachia. We also have FUN!
#Philanthropy
https://t.co/cP032emRGU

[Appalachia Funders @AppFunders]

A month after the Annual Gathering, and we're still feeling invigorated, inspired, and most of all thankful to be in network with so many wonderful leaders. Check out this video recap, and learn more about becoming a member today!

https://t.co/1fpBei1jBm

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

Please stop sharing the @johnmacarthur video. I speak as someone with actual experience both theologically & helping Veterans navigate PTSD, some watching may attempt suicide.
Seeing an actual licensed mental health professional will be a Grace-filled gift to you.

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

@AppFunders Steering Committee has unanimously agreed to add our name as a signatory in support of the Fearless Foundation.
In solidarity with the @COF_ & @IndSector, we encourage all AFN members to consider signing on: https://t.co/hEo5HX4aPT

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

@CNN would have you believe it’s about a name. It’s not. KY has very real grassroots organizing we didn’t have before.

@AndyBeshearKY gained people’s trust, through honesty, disaster response, etc. Cameron threatened our healthcare & prevented justice for #BreonnaTaylor.

[Appalachians for Appalachia @Appalatchuh]

We ran the biggest c(3) direct voter contact campaign in Kentucky this year.

We directly contacted over 40,000 young (18-40), rural voters in a campaign across ALL 40 Appalachian counties in Eastern Kentucky encouraging them to vote!

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

Proud.
#Appalachia KY is showing up to vote & making our voices heard!

[Callie Pruett Schwaber @calliepruett]

Appalachians for Appalachia (@Appalatchuh) ran the biggest c(3) direct voter contact campaign in Kentucky this year.

We directly contacted over 40,000 young (18-40), rural voters in a campaign across ALL 40 Appalachian counties in Eastern Kentucky encouraging them to vote.

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

Y’all go vote now ya hear!!!

Like really please vote…if @AndyBeshearKY loses, we will lose our health insurance.
#ElectionDay #ElectionDay2023

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

We should talk about this article.

It's incredibly frustrating. Even myopic in parts. And yet, contains some hard truths.
https://t.co/4mG0oUJXvr

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

You can mark 2023 down as the year organized labor took its power back.

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

#BREAKING Program announced for 2023 #Appalachia Big Ideas Fest! @silasdhouse @ASClapsaddle & more!

https://t.co/NqJUWhRc6R

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

Mass incarceration is not an economic development strategy.
#Appalachia

[Vera Institute of Justice @verainstitute]

In mid-2021, Kentucky had the second-highest jail incarceration rate in the United States.

Our new report reveals how criminalizing poverty fueled mass incarceration in KY: https://t.co/OkmEboCTr3

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

This @silasdhouse
@TTChilders video is #Appalachia perfection. https://t.co/oq86jSGuOn

[Ryan M. Eller @EllerRyan]

Who is “they” & what did they say again?! 👀🤣

[ESPN @espn]

Stream @30for30's 'The Good, The Bad, The Hungry' on @ESPNPlus 🌭