COLLABORATION

From Independence To Interdependence

“The man who is isolated, who is unable to share in the benefits of political association or has no need to share because he is already self-sufficient, is no part of the polis, and must therefore be either a beast or a god.”

— Aristotle

By Andrew Martin, WE in the World

The wildebeast migration exemplifies how interconnected species and ecosystems are in nature. Each participant in the migration plays a crucial role, demonstrating the intricate web of relationships that sustain biodiversity and ecosystem resilience in East Africa's savannas. This can serve as a powerful reminder for humans of our interconnectedness with nature and the importance of responsible stewardship of the environment. It encourages us to learn from natural processes and apply those lessons to create a more sustainable and harmonious relationship between humans and the natural world.

“I hope each of us to become founders of a new America—one that creates the conditions for everyone to thrive together and to realize who we can be to one another. We don’t need to be in a Constitutional Convention to do that. We need to build bridges within our communities, with the people we know…I can’t help but hope that someday, we will choose to also celebrate an Inter-dependence day. One which celebrates who we are to one another, which invites us to be in relationship, to hear each other’s stories and truths, to acknowledge, to restore, and to strengthen our personal and civic bonds and our shared dream of an America for everyone.”

—Somava Saha

From Independence to Interdependence

Podcast: Building Equitable Thriving Communities



Listen to this podcast series created through the RISE project funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and supported by Well Being and Equity in the World and the Public Health Institute. Check out our Building Equitable Thriving Communities Episode 1! 

Lincoln City marks big year with new community hub

By Amber Macey, BBC News



The foundation hopes the new Co-op Community Hub will “improve people’s lives” by giving them a place to get together. The charity supports the community in Lincolnshire through sports, education, health and social inclusion programmes.

Thousands of people around the world live 'off-the-grid'. See how this community does it

Driven by concerns about personal environmental impact, many of us might try to live more sustainably. But some people take it a step further - aiming to become self-sufficient by going ‘off-the-grid,’ and living communally. First emerging in the 1940s then popularized in the 1960s by the hippy movement, commune living is on the rise. CNN went to one such intentional community in Wales, UK, to find out what it’s like.

"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much."

– Helen Keller

Join the WIN Partners Meeting, to reflect on what we are doing better Together

Monday, July 15, 3pm- 4pm EDT. 

Link to join https://weintheworld-org.zoom.us/j/82282562346

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Resources on Collaboration

A Guide for building collaboration

Creating Healthy Communities Through Cross-Sector Collaboration

Our Progression to a Future of Belonging: Identity, Targeted Universalism, and Building the Bridges to Tomorrow

Essentials of collaboration

Bridging and power building

Collaboration multiplier

Upcoming Events

11 Jul- AHSC Summer Webinar Series: Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities 101

Jul 11, 2024, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

15 Jul- WIN Partners Meeting: What are we doing better together?

Jul 15, 2024, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT

17 Jul - Free Art Workshop: Self-Reflection Dioramas

Jul 17, 2024, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT

24 Jul - Free Art Workshop: Self-Reflection Dioramas

Jul 24, 2024, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT

Secure Funding

Leonard-Litz LGBTQ Foundation: LGBTQ+ Community Grants (New Hampshire)

Type: Foundation

Due Date: Rolling

Match Required: No Cost Share

Overview: The purpose of this program is to help LGBTQ+ people fulfill their potential by funding nonprofit organizations that advance the interests and well-being of the LGBTQ+ community through advocacy and with programs and services that meet the needs of LGBTQ+ people. Funding will be provided for life-affirming services that address one or more of the following focus areas:

• Health and wellness
• Crisis intervention
• Racial justice
• Advocacy and community engagement
• Social assistance and programming
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Huntington National Bank: Charitable Grant Program (Wisconsin)

Type: Foundation

Due Date: Rolling

Match Required: No Cost Share

Overview: The purpose of this program is to contribute to the development of healthy, vibrant communities. Funding will support projects that improve self-sufficiency and quality of life, as well as advance social and economic equality, in communities served by the funding agency.

Support will be provided for projects in the following focus areas:

• Community revitalization and stabilization 
• Community services 
• Affordable housing 
• Economic and community development 
• Racial/social equity

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