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[Freedman Consulting @FreedmanTeam]

As we kick off the new year, Freedman Consulting will no longer be posting on X. To see updates in 2024 and beyond, check out our LinkedIn: https://t.co/NXiU38EZjF. You can always find us at https://t.co/LzYtYUqPmk.

[Freedman Consulting @FreedmanTeam]

Merry Christmas! Wishing all who celebrate a holiday full of joy.

[Garnesha Ezediaro @_garnesha]

The Greenwood Initiative team and I visited Tulsa and its historic Greenwood District – it was both a privilege and special experience. We discussed broad approaches to wealth building with local leaders, all of whom are implementing exceptional data driven strategies.

[AAAS @aaas]

In the final @AAAS_SEAChange Community Interview of the year, Shirley Malcom and Valeria Sinclair-Chapman discuss how they've handled resistance to systemic change for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Check out the full Interview: https://t.co/EueqVohmPj

[Cal Wellness @calwellness]

Cal Wellness is proud to be mentioned alongside other California philanthropies supporting nonprofits with fewer grant restrictions. Learn more: https://t.co/BbzfVflZL7 @latimes

[The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI) @TPIPhilanthropy]

Today and tomorrow we pair two pieces on why and how #funders can move the needle by working locally on #equity and #infrastructure. We start with this in @pndblog by @DonJHoward @IrvineFdn and CA Sr. Advisor Elena Chavez Quezada.
https://t.co/DiOjqadzSj

[Freedman Consulting @FreedmanTeam]

LCF has been key to advancing many public-private partnerships in California. We look forward to working with @JulianCastro and the LCF team to advance coordination between philanthropy and state leaders to pursue a better future for all Californians.

[Latino Community Fdn @LatinoCommFdn]

We are proud to announce Julian Castro as the new CEO of the Latino Community Foundation! His deep commitment and storied history of service and advocacy for the Latino community make him the perfect leader for LCF!

Please join us in welcoming @JulianCastro to the LCF Family

[Freedman Consulting @FreedmanTeam]

Chag sameach! Wishing all those who celebrate a very happy festival of lights.

[Bloomberg Cities @BloombergCities]

How can city halls strengthen recruitment & retention practices?

That’s what leaders from 15 cities came together last month to discuss. Here are the four talent-focused approaches they zeroed in on—based on research from @HKS_PeopleLab & @BHCityLeaders: https://t.co/jLlRVgvdn0

[Freedman Consulting @FreedmanTeam]

Today, the @povertynews team and @DorisDukeFdn held a discussion with @SenatorHassan and @BillCassidy on the importance of securing bipartisan solutions for tackling poverty and increasing opportunities for Americans.

[Spotlight on Poverty @povertynews]

LIVE NOW! @SenatorHassan and @BillCassidy discuss the importance of bipartisan solutions to address poverty and improve opportunity for American families.

[Bloomberg Cities @BloombergCities]

Via @politico @suzannelynch1: “150+ mayors will meet for @BloombergDotOrg’s Mayors Innovation Studio at today’s #LocalClimateActionSummit. The latest effort to focus on cities as a major driver of climate change mitigation — but with a focus on youth.” https://t.co/QQaHNAr9Sy

[Freedman Consulting @FreedmanTeam]

📢Exciting #opportunity for those interested in research, strategy development, and stakeholder engagement! We are seeking applicants to serve as a California-based Program Associate to drive public-private partnership development. Learn more and apply at: https://t.co/wspo1LVdPV

[Ford Foundation @FordFoundation]

As modern philanthropy grapples with calls to become more equitable, inclusive, and diverse, a commitment to pursuing justice must guide its work. On #GivingTuesday, @RockPhilanth's new guide offers insights designed to empower you in fulfilling your vision for a more just world.

[Mary Smith @marysmith828]

Today in 1955, #RosaParks attended a meeting on the #EmmettTill case, a catalyst that strengthened her resolve against racial injustice. Days later, she would refuse to give up her bus seat. @ABAEsq honors her courage and the ongoing fight for equality.#CivilRights #ABA

[Freedman Consulting @FreedmanTeam]

We're #hiring! We're looking for a Contracts Manager to join our growing team to lead our contracting and compliance processes. Particularly interested in candidates experienced in contracting and grants management! Learn more and apply today: https://t.co/qnYxtI517t

[Bloomberg Cities @BloombergCities]

1,200+ municipalities later, the Local Infrastructure Hub is bridging the gap between small towns' big infrastructure dreams, & their capacity to draw federal dollars & deliver for communities.

@JamesAnderson of @BloombergDotOrg & @Ceanthony50 of @leagueofcities in @Newsweek:

[Arnold Ventures @Arnold_Ventures]

Interested in research around more effective and equitable criminal justice policies? Check out @ssrc_org's new Criminal Justice Innovation Fellowships supported by Arnold Ventures.

More information here 👇
https://t.co/zyQugnkmAu

[Freedman Consulting @FreedmanTeam]

It's Freedman Friday! Meet Chloe Phely-Bobin, one of our amazing fall interns. Chloe is from Hopkinton, Massachusetts, and currently studies political science at the University of California, Berkeley. At Freedman, she supports our work on child poverty & social justice.

[Freedman Consulting @FreedmanTeam]

Congratulations to the STEMM Opportunity Alliance (SOA), a national effort led by @AAAS working to bring equity to the forefront of the STEMM ecosystem, for surpassing 150 partners! We're proud to support SOA's critical work. Learn more about SOA's major year-1 progress below:

[STEMM Opportunity Alliance @SOA_2050]

We are thrilled to share that we surpassed 150 partners this month! Read more about our milestones and progress in our newest blog post by @travisyork: https://t.co/JgxIRWl9NO

[Bloomberg Cities @BloombergCities]

This year, 16 cities were assigned Harvard graduate student fellows as part of the cities’ work with @BHCityLeaders.

Here’s how three of those fellows helped accelerate action on mayoral priorities—and what their experience can teach all city leaders: https://t.co/9fmKf5TCBn