Social Justice
February 5, 2024
Black History Month: engage, explore and support Black arts, culture and community
February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements, influences and legacies of Black Americans. Also called African American History month—and, more recently, Celebration of the African Diaspora—Black History Month began as Negro History Week in February 1926, thanks to the efforts of scholar Carter G. Woodson. Black History Month was officially recognized…
May 23, 2023
Address the effects of fast fashion by cultivating a sustainable wardrobe
We all make choices about the apparel, shoes and accessories we buy, based on factors such as price, stylishness or trendiness, durability, function and seasonality. And those choices—which the fashion and advertising industries work very hard to influence—have tangible consequences for both the labor force and the finite natural resources needed to create those items….
March 15, 2021
Practicing Social Advocacy: Interview with Sarah Hart of New Beginnings
As part of The Whole U’s First 90 wellness challenge, UWCFD staff are facilitating a 90-day habit formation program focused on helping participants to identify, connect with, and engage on behalf of causes about which they are passionate. We are guided by our theme “Identify, Assess, Act – Social Advocacy for Everyone”. The Mini-Series is…
February 28, 2022
Defeating water scarcity one project at a time
Imagine walking six miles a day across hilly, uneven, or muddy terrain with a pack on your back that weighs 50 pounds. But this is not army basic training or a hike on the Pacific Crest Trail. Now imagine you are hungry and quite possibly suffering from gastrointestinal illness–yet you still must undertake this ordeal…
October 27, 2020
Democracy In Action: How to Get Involved
It’s election season and many conversations are happening on the topic of civic engagement. Democracy in Action (DiA) looks different for everyone; it can be voting, reading the news, volunteering with a community center, and advocating for community goals. One way to support the community and the many efforts to pursue DiA is by donating…
March 27, 2023
Acceptance, not just awareness: Changing the conversation around Autism
April is Autism Acceptance Month, an opportunity to deepen our understanding of this complex developmental disability. According to The Autism Society of America, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD, or just Autism, capitalized) is a complex, lifelong developmental condition that typically appears during early childhood and can impact a person’s social skills, ability to communicate, ability to…
April 28, 2023
Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month
May is recognized as National Asian American, Native Hawai’ian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, an opportunity to recognize the diverse people, cultures and communities whose contributions have enriched American life for centuries.  The United States first recognized AANHPI heritage in 1978. The weeklong recognition expanded to a monthlong celebration and commemoration of the rich heritage…
May 1, 2023
Help survivors – and their pets – escape abuse
Nearly half of relationship abuse survivors delay leaving because they can’t take their pet with them – but only a handful of domestic violence shelters in the U.S. accept pets. Luckily, there are organizations working to make more shelters pet friendly, so abuse survivors and their pets can get away and heal together. Relationship violence…
May 24, 2023
Addressing summer hunger for kids in our communities
Nutritious, plant-forward meals are crucial to helping kids thrive during the summer months–but without the security of school meals, many families rely on summer meal sites to help. Food insecurity is defined as not having enough food to lead a healthy life. Undernutrition is lack of proper nutrition, caused by not having enough food or…
January 20, 2023
Celebrate Black History Month with these engagement and learning opportunities
Black History Month celebrates the achievements, influences and legacies of Black Americans. Also called African American History Month – and, more recently, Celebration of the African Diaspora – Black History Month began as Negro History Week in February 1926 through the efforts of scholar Carter G. Woodson. Black History Month was officially recognized in 1976 by…
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