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When the Mouth Speaks, the Whole Person Heals: Bringing Integrative Community Therapy and Solidarity Care from Brazil’s Favelas to the United States

NonProfit Quarterly

Informal networks of social supports do existas they have for millenniaand help people manage the challenges they face; however, under the atomizing pressure of our economy and culture, these supports are often too underresourced to fill in the gaps. 9 They are also expensive for many, even with insurance. And so much less human.

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Minding the Gaps: Neuroethics, AI, and Depression

NonProfit Quarterly

14 A dearth of mental health providers with the cultural understanding needed to work with NHPI youth can also lead to their misdiagnosis and underdiagnosis. Cultural and psychosocial elements, however, do have distinct influences on BIPOC communities when it comes to mental health. 10 Only 35.1 Cost is also a hindrance.

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The Art Effect: Neuroaesthetics and the Future of Health Equity

NonProfit Quarterly

6 For many, the situation is compounded by a lack of adequate insurance coverage, 7 which leaves them struggling to afford both diagnostic tests and treatment. While the adage beauty is in the eye of the beholder holds some truth, our aesthetic preferences are also shaped by culture, historical contexts, and social bonds.

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Located in beautiful Novato/Marin County/CA, our workplace culture is driven by our five values: teamwork and collaboration, equity, excellence, integrity, and learning and continuous improvement. Valid Class C driver’s license and insurability at non-risk rates; personal vehicle to meet participants in the community.

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2022 Nonprofit Leadership Conference Breakout Speakers & Sessions

NonProfit Leadership Center

This year’s conference breakout speakers address some of the most pressing issues facing nonprofit professionals, from acquiring and retaining top talent and leading like an entrepreneur to prioritizing yourself in a non-stop world and embracing an inclusive culture. Culture and P.R.A.I.S.E. Culture and P.R.A.I.S.E.

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Weathering the Storm: Disaster Philanthropy that Builds Stronger, More Equitable Communities

NonProfit Quarterly

To do so, we must form strong partnerships with community leaders and local organizations, for only thus will we learn where needs are greatest in the evolving recovery effort and be able to develop culturally appropriate and sustainable solutions that align with communities’ distinct needs.

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Equity in The Balance: Catalyst Winners On DEI Tools To Change Work Culture

Fundraising Leadership

Since then, the executive staff is 50% women with the board comprised of 50% women, says Diane Holder, executive vice president of UPMC Insurance Services Division and CEO of UPMC Health. UPMC is a $24 billion health care provider and insurer, with 92,000 employees, 40 hospitals, 800 doctors’ offices and outpatient sites, contributing $1.7

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