The Learning Project Network
By Stephaine Courtney M.Ed
The Learning Project NetworkJan 22, 2021
Leading With Purpose - City Council Member Lindsey Shaw
We had the honor to sit down with City Council Member Lindsey Shaw. On our podcast The Learning Project Network. To discuss our news series : Leading With A Purpose.
City Council Member Lindsey Shaw:
I'm running for city council with a vision of hope for Spokane and a commitment to bringing about positive change. As a resident of Northeast Spokane, I've witnessed the unmet needs of our community, and I'm ready to step up as an advocate in city hall. I may not be a career politician, but I am a dedicated neighbor who believes in taking action.
Growing up in Northeast Spokane in a working-class family, I learned the values of hard work and community engagement from my single mother. When I began raising my own children in this neighborhood, I couldn't ignore the disparities that had left our area behind. Abandoned houses, unsafe parks, neglected schools, and unequal funding became apparent. So, I decided to take matters into my own hands.
I became actively involved in the Logan Neighborhood Council, organized clean-up initiatives, collaborated with local businesses and nonprofits to enhance our community, and even successfully advocated for improvements in our infrastructure. After nearly five years of chairing the neighborhood council, I realized the power of community engagement. Now, I'm running for city council because Northeast Spokane deserves a dedicated advocate who will fight for our representation and tirelessly work to improve our neighborhoods. Together, we can build a healthier, safer, and thriving community in Northeast Spokane.
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Facebook: /Elect Lindsey Shaw
Instagram: @shaw4spokane
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Leading With A Purpose - School Board Candidate Jamie Stacy
We had the honor to sit down with School Board Candidate Jamie Stacy. On our Podcast The Learning Project Network. To discuss our news series : Leading With A Purpose.
School Board Candidate Jamie Stacy: A remarkable individual who hails from the heart of southeast Missouri. Raised in a single-parent household alongside her three siblings, Jaime's life was a unique blend of being the middle child, simultaneously balancing between taking charge and embracing her role as the youngest.
One defining element in Jaime's life has always been music. At the tender age of five, she discovered her innate talent for playing the piano, entirely by ear, without any formal lessons. Her musical gift left adults in awe and served as an early realization of her extraordinary talents.
Fast forward to the year 2000, Jaime made a significant move from southeast Missouri to the scenic Pacific Northwest. She found love and companionship in Jerry Stacy, whom she married in 2001. Together, they built a loving family with two children, Micah and Mikala. Jaime proudly embraced the role of a stay-at-home mother, often humorously referring to herself as a 'domestic engineer.'
After years of dedicated service within her community and nurturing her family, Jaime embarked on a transformative journey. She founded SWAG, an acronym for 'Strong Women Achieving Greatness.' SWAG is more than just a program; it's a vibrant community and a nurturing village, dedicated to paving the way for girls to reach their unique paths to greatness.
At its core, SWAG is a powerful prevention and mentoring initiative. It equips and empowers young women in middle and high school, with a strong focus on social and emotional learning. It achieves this by connecting them with exceptional female mentors from the local community who serve as invaluable guides on their journey to success.
Jaime's passion for empowering others doesn't stop there. She's also an inspirational speaker, using her platform to uplift and motivate women as they strive to become the best versions of themselves. Her dedication to the community and her journey culminate in her first run for office, as she takes a bold step into the world of politics.
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Leading with purpose - City Councilman Paul Dillon
We had the honor to sit down with City Councilman Paul Dillon. On our Podcast The Learning Project Network. To discuss our news series : Leading With A Purpose.
Council Member Paul Dillon:
A dedicated professional with a rich and diverse career journey. Currently serving as Vice President of Public Affairs at Planned Parenthood of Greater Washington and North Idaho since 2015, he's now transitioning into the role of an educator.
Paul's past roles include Eastern Washington Director for YWCA Youth and Government, where he made a significant impact. He also worked as a legislative assistant to 3rd District Senate Majority Leader Andy Billig and as a legislative assistant to former District 2 Spokane City Councilmember Jon Snyder, where he honed his skills in policy and government affairs.
Paul's commitment to his community extends beyond his professional life. He co-founded "Down To Earth," an environmental advocacy and sustainability news blog published by The Spokesman-Review. He's been a valuable contributor to the City of Spokane Parks Department, working in maintenance.
Paul's passion for making a difference is further reflected in his extensive board memberships and volunteer activities. Currently, he serves as a board member for Greater Spokane Progress and the Washington Bus. He has also been a past board member for the Center For Justice, Washington Bikes, and the South Perry Farmer’s Market. His dedication to community shines through his volunteer work with KYRS Thin Air Community Radio, Terrain Spokane, Spokane Community Against Racism, Spokane River Clean Up, and Pro-Choice Washington.
Paul is not just a committed professional and community advocate; Also in his past he has worked as a Spokane County Democratic Precinct Committee Officer. Family is a significant part of his life, as he is happily married to Tiffany Harms and they have a precious baby daughter. Paul Dillon's journey is marked by dedication, passion, and a genuine desire to create positive change in his community and beyond.
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Leading With Purpose - City Council Woman Betsy Wilkerson
Welcome to The Learning Project Network podcast, where we're honored to bring you insightful discussions with remarkable individuals making a difference in their communities. Today, we had the privilege of sitting down with the dedicated City Councilwoman Betsy Wilkerson, as we dive into our exciting new series, "Leading With A Purpose."
Council Member Betsy Wilkerson has deep roots in Spokane, where she's not only a long-time small business owner but also a passionate community servant. Raised in District 2, she proudly represents a piece of Spokane's history as the second African American woman to serve on the City Council. Betsy is a mother of two and an active grandmother to three, with a mother who co-founded the Mt. Zion Holiness Church.
Betsy's dedication is clear: she's committed to ensuring every Spokane resident has the tools to succeed, fostering a City of Promise that welcomes people from all walks of life. She understands that community strength lies in supporting public services, institutions, and local businesses, and she partners with neighborhood councils and community associations to keep Spokane vibrant and economically robust.
With a background in the volunteer and non-profit sector, Council Member Wilkerson has chaired the board of the Carl Maxey Center and led successful capital campaigns to benefit the historic East Central Neighborhood, named after a local civil rights icon. She's actively involved in a family business supporting individuals with disabilities and serves on various non-profit boards, making impactful grants for community needs, education, and capital projects.
Betsy's heart is set on building an inclusive community where everyone can thrive. If you spot her in your neighborhood, don't hesitate to say hello or reach out for a coffee meeting. She's eager to hear from you and collaborate on writing the next chapter of our city's story.
Special thanks to NE Youth & Family Services for sponsoring this podcast episode.
If you'd like to connect with Councilwoman Betsy Wilkerson, you can find her on Facebook at /CouncilMemberBetsy.
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The Shades of Motherhood Network Fundraisers With Dominique Hammons
The Shades Of Motherhood Network is excited to announce the launch of a heartfelt initiative called "The Shades of Love." Our mission is to support and celebrate the beautiful journey of childbirth and postpartum by ensuring that every expectant mother and birthing person in our community receives the invaluable support of a doula during this transformative experience.
What is a doula, you might ask? Doulas are skilled professionals who provide emotional, physical, and informational support to expecting mothers before, during, and after childbirth. Their presence has been proven to improve birth outcomes and enhance the overall birthing experience for both mothers and families. Unfortunately, not all people have access to a doula due to financial constraints.
This is where we seek your help. We are organizing a community-wide fundraiser to ensure that local doulas can provide their services to families regardless of their financial situation. By coming together as a united community, we can make a profound impact on the lives of mothers-to-be and their families.
Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-shades-of-love-doula-fundraiser-tickets-686258877777?aff=oddtdtcreator
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TikTok Tuesday let's practice being brave
Motherhood Stories with Stephy Nobles Beans
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Girl Get A Doula with Shenice Peterson, LMT RHT
I am a Licensed Massage Therapist, Registered Hypnotherapist and Owner of Spokane Prenatal Massage. I am a mother to 4 children, who were the driving force for starting my own business. I wanted and needed more time with my children and to have the flexibility of creating my own schedule. I also wanted to be the example to them that you can, and should, chase your dreams. That "playing small does not change the world" (Marianne Williamson). That's how Spokane Prenatal Massage was born. My previous careers include being a Master ASE Certified Automotive Technician and a Certified Fasenter Specialist and Warehouse Manager for a local fastener distributor. My children and experience with my own pregnancies and giving birth are what led me on this path. I'm fascinated with the process of birth and I'm very passionate about supporting other women to feel empowered in their journey. I hope to inspire and encourage other women to research and make informed decisions about what kind of birth they want and to find professionals who will support them in those decisions. Massage and hypnotherapy are the tools I use right now in my own life and to help others. I have plans to expand my toolbox in the future and am excited about the new opportunities that it will give me to help others heal and shine their own light.
Learn more Shenice...
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpokanePrenatalMassage
Instagram: @SpokanePrenatalMassage
Girl Get A Doula with Brianna Simpson
B. Rooted Wellness was founded in October, 2019, by Brianna Simpson to provide Southeast Michigan with health and wellness coaching. We take pride in providing evidence based, emotional, physical, and informational support to pregnant women and their families, before, during, and after birth. In addition to our doula services, B. Rooted Wellness is committed to community outreach and public awareness.
Learn more here: https://www.brootedwellness.com/
#blackwomen #health #birtheducation
Girl Get A Doula with Roberta Bell (Mindfulness)
Meet our guess Roberta Bell
I have a Bachelors of Science in Family Studies and Gerontology and Masters Business Administration, Human Resources. I am a seasoned family advocate and love to support self empowerment! I have years of Addiction, Social Services and Mental Health Experience. I am a Public Speaker! I co-authored a book on Women issues in 2016, Sistah to Sistah. I am an educator in all areas of Early Childhood Education, to include Management. I am known as the tool lady, to those whom I have came in contact with because I offer tools for living a life of Mindfulness. My goal is to continue to assist others throughout this journey called life!
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robertabelltraining@gmail.com
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Women in Business with Ramonia “Riley” Griffin
Learn about moving through the world with confidence with Ramonia “Riley” Griffin.
TikTok Tuesday: Dig Deep
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Girl Get A Doula with Michelle Dunn (Photos and birth)
Michelle's favor quote: You are you, I am I, be in the moment, be in the now. I will capture the rest.
Hello, I'm Michelle! Born and raised in Northern Indiana. All my life I have loved photography and babies. I gained most of my hands on experience as a nursing assistant in an Amish Birthing Center. Over 16 years ago I documented my first birth! Where I went in just as a support person and took my camera with me. My photography business took off 8 years ago and I have never looked back. I have a wonderful birth community here who support the work I do as a photographer. I truly believe an image says a thousand words. An image can heal a broken heart, evoke an emotion, bring us back to a moment, and fill a void we may not have known existed. Through my doula work, I am able to work alongside birthing people and help bring awareness to the birth process. I aim to aide birthing families in a better birth experience, all while capturing their journey as it unfolds. My goal is to capture raw emotion, and moments that we may not even realize happened during birth. I want those fleeting moments captured for you to share your birth with others. Sharing our stories brings better awareness to better birth outcomes.
Learn more about Michelle
Girl Get A Doula with Michelle Dunn
Hello, I'm Michelle! Born and raised in Northern Indiana. All my life I have loved photography and babies. I gained most of my hands on experience as a nursing assistant in an Amish Birthing Center. Over 16 years ago I documented my first birth! Where I went in just as a support person and took my camera with me. My photography business took off 8 years ago and I have never looked back. I have a wonderful birth community here who support the work I do as a photographer. I truly believe an image says a thousand words. An image can heal a broken heart, evoke an emotion, bring us back to a moment, and fill a void we may not have known existed. Through my doula work, I am able to work alongside birthing people and help bring awareness to the birth process. I aim to aide birthing families in a better birth experience, all while capturing their journey as it unfolds. My goal is to capture raw emotion, and moments that we may not even realize happened during birth. I want those fleeting moments captured for you to share your birth with others. Sharing our stories brings better awareness to better birth outcomes.
To learn more go to...
https://www.instagram.com/michelleglennphotography/ https://www.facebook.com/glennmichellephotography
TikTok Tuesday: Women History lesson
Women's History Month. Take note
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1979- Women could be fired for being pregnant
1980 Harassment in the work place
19173 in all 50 states serve on a jury
1972- run in the Boston Marathon
1969- File a no fault divorce
1971 -Attend all Ivy League school
1994- Wear pants in congress
Health Disparities in the Black Community with Lisa Gardner (Living with Sickle cell anemia in Spokane, WA)
As a consultant, I've worked with various small businesses ranging from hospitality to multi-media services. As a public relations and marketing professional, I have learned the benefits of planning ahead, but also when to pivot and think on my feet to make the most of every opportunity for my clients. I value great people, top-notch work, and finding viable business solutions. I’m a firm believer in social responsibility by aligning myself with organizations with an ethical framework that benefits our society at large.
Join our conversation and learn about how sickle cell anemia has impacted Gardner's life. Her life story is powerful and thought provoking. How is your community supporting people with sickle cell anemia?
Learn more about Lisa
https://www.mqgconsulting.com/
Blog: Click here to read here
Women in Business with Nina Nichols (Nina Cherie Couture)
I became the “girl who could sew” at a young age. I started sewing at the age of nine with a needle and thread and by age 12, I had taught myself how to use a sewing machine. All throughout high school and into college, I made many of my outfits and wore them with pride. It was no surprise when my love of making clothing lead me across the country to the fashion capital of the world – New York City. I attended and graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology with a degree in Patternmaking. The beauty of this program was that instead of simply being someone who designed and made clothing, I would also become a “Clothing Engineer” with a keen understanding of garment construction.
Shortly after graduating from FIT, I was hired as a Technical Designer for the Michael Kors label. This position was what really developed me to have an expert eye for solving fit issues as well as understanding the quality of a garment's construction. I also had the privilege of working with amazing Tailors and Seamstresses who practically took me under their wing to teach me their techniques. I felt beyond blessed because this "hands on" experience was something that couldn't be taught in school but I instead learned it directly from the "best of the best" in the fashion industry. I started sewing more and more for other people that it became a part-time gig for me. I made a wide range of garments, but quickly grew to love bridal and evening-wear the most because of how it transformed my clients and allowed them to see a more glamorous version of themselves.
Over the years, I have altered hundreds of dresses and customized many formal looks. This is the work that fuels me. It takes skill and heart and keeps me connected to the drive I've had since I was a little girl. Every project, every client, and each of their special moments welcomes me into a story that is bigger than my own. It is truly a blessing to be able to do what I love for a living, as well as share that love with the clients that I am so fortunate to work with. My goal is to make each and every one of them feel special, look beautiful, and know that when they work with me - they are in good hands.
Follow her for more information:
Website: https://ninacherie.com/
Black History: Understanding the health disparities Dr. Gloria (Jeanne) Baynes, PhD
Dr. Baynes teaches in the Africana Studies as an adjunct professor. Her courses include Contemporary African American Literature, African American Families, The Harlem Renaissance, African American Women's History, African American Culture and Expression and African American History- Post Civil War to Present.
Background
- EdD, Curriculum and Instruction
- Spokane NAACP member/committee volunteer
- Contributor to Black Lens
Watch the full podcast here: https://youtu.be/xK7EXV1yUC8
TikTok Tuesday: Happy women's month (Understanding who you are)
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Mental Health in the Black Community ZaDora Williams, MSW, LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker
ZaDora is the creator and primary clinician for now at Sankofa Center for Healing, LLC. She is a therapist, speaker, advocate for children and families, workshop facilitator and so much more. She has earned her Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Southern California. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Her counseling philosophy honors the strengths you have, and your ability to be well and succeed.
Over the seven years, she has been in the field of social work she has has the pleasure of serving children, adults, women, and families experiencing mental health challenges or life obstacles in community mental health agencies, residential facilities, non-profits, adolescent psychiatric hospitals, and private practice.
ZaDora operates from a lens that understands sometimes we have to go back to our roots, our past, our upbringing and seek what has been lost, forgotten consciously and unconsciously to move forward. WE MUST GO BACK AND TAKE what is essential for a brighter future. ZaDora strives to help you build healthy relationships, greater sense of self, pride and skills to navigate some of life's obstacles. She is committed to reducing mental health stigma in African American communities and helping them heal. It is her goal to help improve black maternal health outcomes.
She provides a culturally responsive client-centered, cognitive and strength-based approach to help you identify your strengths and provide therapeutic interventions that are specific to your individual needs. Her goal is to assist you on your Sankofa journey to a brighter and healthier future.
TikTok Tuesday: You will never be good enough for the wrong person
Listen learn and reflect on your value in 10 minutes.
1. Stop comparing
2. Do what makes you happy
3. Make things happen
4. don't beat yourself up
5. Define you
Great about me exercise: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1drmhH5sEnAHw-ev0gPJ1RMLtSua3Ax0jCF3ulL_HvyE/edit?usp=sharing
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Girl Get A Doula Nneka Hall (Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness advocate Full-Spectrum)
Nneka Hall is a Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness advocate with a primary focus on infant and maternal mortality within the African American Community. Nneka is the founder of the Quietly United in Loss Together Campaign which is a Pregnancy And Infant Loss Awareness campaign designed to raise awareness of all types of loss from conception through a child's first two years of life, teach healthy fertility through womb health education, provide support to families who suffer these losses and provide support for memory programs so they won't close due to inability to afford supplies.
Nneka is the mother of four: Two sunshines (Jelani and Symone), one angel (Annaya Marie stillborn at 39 weeks gestational age on August 27, 2010), and one rainbow (Bradleigh).
Following the stillbirth of her daughter, she sought out ways to aid others in having a positive birth outcome. I stumbled across the doula profession and needed to learn more. She is a full-spectrum doula, holding certifications as a birth, bereavement and postpartum doula. Nneka is a certified International Bereavement Specialist, a Certified Community Centered Herbalist, Trained Womb Health Specialist, Trained Preconception Health Doula, Trained Menopause Doula, Trained End of Life Doula, Crystal Healer and Childbirth educator.
June 2016 Nneka had the pleasure of being selected due to my work in the pregnancy and infant loss community to participate in the US of Women's Summit as a Nominated Change Maker which was hosted by former First Lady Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey.
Mom, Doula, International Bereavement Specialist, Uterine Health Coach, Nominated Change-maker and Author.
Laren more: https://www.annaya.org/about-us/nneka-hall
Girl Get A Doula with Nattassia Wynter-Fertility Coach
Join our conversation today and learn about infertility and what you can do about it.
I help women Activate their Eggs & Increase their Fertility to conceive naturally.
To learn more about our guest
https://www.instagram.com/nattassiawynter
https://www.facebook.com/doula.natty
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nattassia-wynter-b57b54190
https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdB1oUJH/
https://youtube.com/c/BlackFertility
Enjoy Nattassia's courses and materials
Free Egg Quality Guide: https://nattassiawynter.com/eggquality
Feminine Fertility Routine Course https://nattassiawynter.com/femininefertilityroutine
FREE Start Your 90 Day Fertility Routine Training: https://nattassiawynter.com/90Days
TikTok Tuesday: Let's Talk Perfectionism
How is perfection stopping you from getting your goal?
5 ways perfection shows up in your creative work and life
1. You can't let things go.
2. You're second-guessing your self
3.. You're stuck in your head
4. You're having unrealistic expectations
5. You're a control freak
TikTok Link: https://www.tiktok.com/@real_inspirational/video/6999711168273157382?_t=8Q3GaSQ3IBq&_r=1
Girl Get A Doula with Yokebed Kandice Burts
Yokebed Kandice Burts, CD is a woman of many skills. She is the founder of Blessed Queens Doula Care and has been on a journey of assisting women, children and families for years in areas of childcare, education and support. She is not only a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, but a certified Life Coach, certified Midwife Assistant/Birth Assistant, Belly Binding Specialist and Childbirth Educator. She comes with a unique experience of having birthed in multiple settings (birth center, hospital and home), including her own unassisted Home Birth. She brings to the table a well-rounded show of expertise on your team!
"I enjoy helping you feel like the Queen that you are!"
Connect Yokebed
https://linktr.ee/blessedqueensdoula
Tiktok Tuesday: Big dream small minds
What big dream do you have and what is holding you back?
Watch the video here: WATCH THE VIDEO
Printable reflection: PRINT NOW
What is your style Saying with Nikki Ray (Brownie Boutique)
My name is Nikki Ray. I am a Wife to 1, Mom to 2. I live in a house full of boys, and I am their Queen! I am a believer in Christ, and I fully subscribe to the narrative that Women are an amazing beings, equipped to do great things.
One constant has always been the military lifestyle. I grew up a military kid, traveling the world, and I get to give those travels to my own children by being a Veteran, and being married to a military member. I enjoy connecting with military spouses and providing resources where needed.
A fun passion of mine is sports, and coaching allows me to give back to athletes, much like my coaches did for me.
I could be a student for life. Any opportunity I have to learn, or research, I make it happen. I am currently pursuing my MBA, and certificate in Women's Leadership.
Besides my mommy and wife hat, the other hat that stays on is a business owner. I started the Brownie Boutique in the fall of 2020. In the midst of great life change in that year, I wanted something that was completely my own, that I created, and would work nonstop for. For years, that was exclusively my children. As they became more independent, I said "It's Go Time". The Brownie Boutique was birthed out of the laundry room in our house, and the rest is history.
Why Brownie? My maiden name is Brown, and it's also a nickname given to me by my boo thang! The Brownie Boutique is me. Every piece that I create has a part of me. It speaks to who I am. Believer, Military Spouse, Mom, low-key Feminist! I am the She-EO of my dreams
Tiktok Tuesday: Who has the vison?
What is your vision for your life? Take time to reflect.
Tiktok: You must follow who has the vision.
Printable reflection: PRINT NOW
What are Health Disparities? Learn about Sickle Cell Anemia with Akelia Campbell
Meet Akelia Campbell @sicklecellpatientcare Growing up feeling very self-conscious about my illness often resulted in there being this great mystery surrounding my health. After years of shutting myself off from the world, I finally mustered up the courage to speak my truth. It all started by simply wanting to share more information on Sickle Cell Disease itself, however, it slowly turned into a beast of its own. Nowadays, I tend to share my personal life experiences while focusing on creating a community and bringing awareness to this very common yet rarely spoken about illness.
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Tiktok Tuesday: Word yourself up
Hello and welcome to another Tictok Tuesday. Listen to this mind-blowing conversation about how to empower yourself and others. Checkout the worksheet below.
Tictok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdhMVo3J/
Activity: Word Yourself Up
Declare a Mental Health Crisis in the City of Spokane With Phillip Tyler
Learn More about how to make change
Join us for our conversation about a petition to address the Mental Health Crisis.
#spokane #mentalhealthcrisis #makechange #verb #sankofa
Petition: Declare a Mental Health Crisis in the City of Spokane
https://www.change.org/.../spokane-city-council-declare-a...
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Tiktok Tuesday: Goal setting
Happy Tuesday
Here is a short piece of inspiration the help you grow.
Click here to print off a guide: https://www.tumblr.com/blog/thelearningprojectnetwork
Seven steps for the chosen goals
1. Decide what you want.
2. Write it down.
3. Set a deadline.
4. Make a list of what you have to do to achieve your goal.
5. Organize the list into a checklist
6. Take action
7.. What are you doing every day to get there.
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Girl Get A Doula with Jazzy Bean
Learn about our guest
Jasmyne radiates lighthearted joy and thoughtful care in every aspect of her life. Jasmyne has always had a desire to care for the community around her. Like many intuitive caregivers, Jasmyne has always been caring for young children in her life. Early on she discovered the power of nourishing bonds and openhearted support in building resilience and self-determination. Informed by her lived experience and work in human services, Jasmyne became passionate about racial, reproductive, and LGBTQ+ justice. Quickly, Jasmyne discovered the importance of doula care in improving birth and postpartum outcomes for marginalized communities as well as a way of preserving Black and Indigenous knowledge around parenting. Knowing this is the right path for her, Jasmyne is constantly pursuing continued education to better care for her clients including specialized training in sleep consultation. Jasmyne lives her purpose by supporting people through intense and tender transitions. Jasmyne meets people where they are at and takes a warm, empathetic, evidence-based approach to doula care. When Jasmyne is not working as a doula she is focusing on the transformative power of art and study. Jasmyne is always growing and imagining new ways to foster more caring futures.
Stay connected
FB/IG- @jazzybeandoula
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#doula #birthjustice #change #sleep
Black Popup Shop hosted by Eastern Washington State University
Learn about the Black Popup Shop event hosted by the EWU in February. Learn how you can get connected. Feb 1, 2022 Time 10 am to 3 pm Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/get-it-startedLicense code: 93YFW1Z3GAJZVYZV #blackstudentunion #spokane #blackhistory #smallbusinessowner
Girl Get A Doula with Emma Summer, MAT, PMH-C, LMHC candidate August 2022
Learn about our guest
Emma Summer, MAT, PMH-C (she/her) is a psychotherapist specializing in PMADs (perinatal mood and anxiety disorders) currently in residency at Perinatal Support Washington. She is a former birth and postpartum doula, family care coordinator at Group Health Hospital, and a mom of three.
Resources
EMMASUMMER.com
https://perinatalsupport.org/
Learn more about the Learning Project
https://linktr.ee/Tlptalk
#postpartumcare #women #birthjustice
Tiktok Tuesday: Did you know that you could become someone else and not know it?
Welcome to TikTok Tuesday where we focus on feeding your mind, body, and soul. Where will you focus your energy today?
Tiktok Tuesday: The preparation
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Remember life is a journey and the delay is a part of the process.
Tiktok Tuesday: Handling challenges in 2022
How are you going to handle disappointment, failed and imperfections?
Clip of the day: https://www.tiktok.com/@benowokay/video/7033557918133800197?sender_device=pc&sender_web_id=6992678392312169989&is_from_webapp=v1&is_copy_url=0
Follow up for more Tuesday inspirations
Book Release: Building a Trauma-Responsive Educational Practice with Em Daniels
About Em
Em Daniels is a master educator and leading expert on the impacts of trauma on adult learning. They are a skilled facilitator and speaker, with an extensive background in adult education that includes alternative high schools, prisons, free college campuses, private and non-profit organizations, government institutions, and community agencies. Their expertise focuses on countering the impacts of trauma on learning by expanding beyond a mental health approach and defining multiple points of entry to the work. Daniels emphasizes the necessity of addressing individual and systemic trauma as crucial to create and sustain a just and compassionate world.
Contact Em today: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meoutloud/
Suggested reading:
Just Mercy
We Do This 'til We Free Us
We Want To Do More Than Survive.
The Body is Not an Apology (not directly related to our topic but excellent for all of us who struggle with loving our bodies)
What is Postpartum preeclampsia? This is the story of Tyra Morris Our Stories, Our Way.
My Story my, My way.
This is a segment that focuses on allowing people to tell their stories their way. We are not doctors or nurses, but people with lived experiences. We hope that these stories can help the community identify warning signs that are ignored that can lead to bigger problems. This is Tyra story and it is one of trump's. Never give up on yourself and fight for your health.
"Seizures that occur during a woman's pregnancy or shortly after giving birth.
Eclampsia can follow a condition of high blood pressure and excess protein in the urine during pregnancy (preeclampsia).
Symptoms that signal an increasing risk of eclampsia include upper right abdominal pain, severe headache, and vision and mental status changes.
Medication can treat and prevent seizures and reduce high blood pressure. The baby may need to be delivered early."
Symptoms
"Requires a medical diagnosis
Symptoms that signal an increasing risk of eclampsia include upper right abdominal pain, severe headache, and vision and mental status changes.
People may experience:
Pain areas: in the abdomen
Gastrointestinal: water retention, nausea, or vomiting
Also common: seizures, pregnancy-induced hypertension, fainting, fetal distress, headache, mental status changes, overactive reflexes, swelling, swelling in extremities, or vision disorder."
Reference: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/postpartum-preeclampsia/symptoms-causes/syc-20376646
BIPOC Voices In The Community with MJ Taylor.
MJ Taylor is a passionate social worker with over 15 years of experience with an emphasis on housing, homelessness, mental health, addictions, and maternal/child well-being. Listen to our podcast today and learn about how she is connecting the community to make a change.
Listen to this podcast and more here:
https://linktr.ee/Tlptalk
Connect with our guest here:
https://www.facebook.com/PCAPadvocates
mtaylor@nhccspokane.org
Girl Get A Doula with Latasha Williams Hoke
Latasha is the owner of Tash The Doula and is passionate about childbirth and postpartum care. Hoke is recently married and loving it. She was born and currently resides in the Charlotte, North Carolina area. Her husband and she moved back to Charlotte after graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science in Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science and a minor in Psychology. Hoke's calling and passion began when a former colleague, shared she was completing her training as a doula. Hoke did not know what she meant, but once her colleague shared what she was doing she knew she was being called to this journey as a doula. She began pursuing her career in birth work after working in the medical field and hearing about the struggles many black women face during labor. This experience is what sparked her interest. She knew that she wanted to do something, but wasn't sure what. Although Hoke was working in the medical field, she knew that she was not in the role she wanted to be in and felt that she could do more to make a difference. After further looking into the maternal mortality rate, the racial disparities in the field, and hospital policies she realized a change needed to be made. She knew completing her training to be a doula, a constant support person for those in labor and postpartum was exactly how she needed to get her foot into the birth work world and make the difference she knew she could by supporting her community. #podcast #doula #women
Listen to more on our other platforms
https://linktr.ee/Tlptalk
Connect with our guest
https://www.instagram.com/tash.thedoula/ https://www.tiktok.com/@tashthedoula
Black Voices In The Community with Shantell Jackson
Shantell is a multimedia visual artist fhttps://www.instagram.com/shantellrenej/rom Buffalo, NY, who has spent the last 16 years in the Pacific Northwest. In addition to her work as the Assistant Director of Equity, Leadership, and Community at WSU, Shantell has worked locally as the Coordinator of Residential and Multicultural Education at EWU and the Director of Programming at Spectrum Center. At the end of October Shantell will begin her role as Program Director for Spokane Arts. Shantell's creative practice includes painting, poetry, and music. Across all mediums, her work is focused on the process with the aim to "explore, the human condition, our histories, and stories through writing and visual installations.
Learn More Here
https://www.instagram.com/shantellrenej/
Black Voices In The Community with Lacrecia Hill, MBA
Lacrecia “Lu” Hill (she/her/her) has over ten years of executive-level experience, and a drive to ensure people and systems work together to meet objectives. She has modeled her career around the philosophy that supporting personal and professional growth leads to the most effective working environment. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and an MBA.
Lu has spent her career being a servant leader and ensuring others see the leader in themselves. She is committed to the growth of the regional-based economy and the significant role small businesses play in a stable economy. She believes that we must implement the quadruple bottom line; people, planet, policy, and profit. She is committed to professional development and ensuring opportunities for marginalized community members.
Lu spent most of her career in the non-profit and philanthropic sector, only leaving to take over the family business. Lu started her career with Boys & Girls Clubs, working in Las Vegas NV and Sweet Home/Lebanon OR, before coming home to the Spokane Clubs in 2011. She also worked as a Senior Program Associate with the Empire Health Foundation. Since 2015, she has been in the cannabis industry building out cannabis production, extraction, packaging, sales, and distribution facilities. Implementing best practices in management, finance, and manufacturing.
She owns her own consulting business (Wake the Culture) and is a Yoga Teacher (The Wake Yoga). She is also the emergent strategist for SIMBA. Lu currently serves as board president of Spectrum LGBTQIA2+ Center, she also represents the Spectrum on the Spokane Regional Domestic Violence Coalition. She is on the Inland Northwest Business Alliance (INBA) board, as well as the WA State LGBTQ+ Commission’s Economic Development Committee. She represents state rep. Timm Ormsby on the SNAP board. Most recently, she is working with a group in eastern Washington to establish a Black chamber of commerce.
Learn more
Instagram - lumhill
Facebook-Lacrecia "Lu" Hill
Instagram - Spokaneindependent
Facebook - Spokane Independent Metro Business Alliance
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/an-open-book
License code: EG2AZZDKV0OBOH4U
Girl Get A Doula with Dulce Lopez
Dulce Lopez of @iktanbirth in Vancouver, Canada has been supporting women for 15 years through pregnancy and the early months of their children's lives as a doula, as people have done all over the world for thousands of years. ~
From her own experience having two kids as well, one via C-section in a hospital, one as a homebirth in water, Dulce shares how it is that women and their partners can be relaxedly confident in their bodies ability to do it all - have healthy ecstatic sex, carry a child, give birth, nourish and care for their baby, and on into the next years of life. ~
She brings the wisdom and joy of human accomplishment back, showing how amazing it is that it could ever have be.
Social media
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iktanbirth/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IktanBirth-102403021533737/
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4fzUJz4OcSO3sSMkdwXK7w?si=ZE5iBw68ScSE8FDlCCGr8w&utm_source=copy-link&nd=1
Remember the journey is never over speech by Andre Deshields
Girl Get a Doula with CC Oronoz
I am a mama to two kids-a 5 yr old and a 2 yr old. I had a birth doula with both of them and they were so instrumental in helping me to achieve the birth that I was hoping to have. After the last birth, I felt the pull to look into becoming a doula-and I did it. During a pandemic no less 🤪 but I am so happy that I did because I never would’ve dreamed I get to help people in this way! When I’m not at a birth or helping a new parent, I’m with my kids and husband. We spend a lot of family time together. My happy place is Baja California, eating the most delicious food my mother-in-law makes. I love to read, and watch movies. My guilty pleasure is reality TV 😆.
Learn more at
IG-@cc_la_doula_
Fb-Cece Oronoz
TikTok-@cc_la_doula
TikTok Tuesday: My favorites
Listen to Tuesday's inspiration on some of my favorite clips. Enjoy
Instagram:
11/16- https://www.instagram.com/reel/CWE6wh4LxBb/?utm_medium=share_sheet&fbclid=IwAR27AGB6CyIlMPhyVuwoW4FNa7yoEp7DVLwL6nak365PhichXZp2-Etg_yQ