When Hope Feels Out of Reach
This moment in history is heavy. The challenges we confront—inequity, oppression, and the entrenched forces resisting progress—feel insurmountable. It’s hard not to be distressed, dejected, and disoriented. Recently, you may have heard people say, “Have hope. Don’t despair.” But let’s be
Living Democracy Out Loud: Go Beyond the Booth
What happens after the vote? Is our civic duty done? Is it now in the hands of elected officials and politicians? It may seem that way, especially how we talk about elections here. “This is your one chance to shape the
National Philanthropy Day: Philanthropy’s Appeal in a Shifting Landscape
Each year, National Philanthropy Day reminds us of the positive impact charitable giving has on our communities. Philanthropy fills crucial gaps, from food pantries and shelters to scholarships and community centers. But this year, as we reflect on the state
How Facing Our Fears Leads to Collective Liberation
Fear is a sneaky little thief. It shows up right when you’re on the edge of something game-changing, and whispers, “What if you fail?” It’s that familiar pit in your stomach that makes you want to play it safe, stick
In Commuity with Gullah Geechee People
The Voqal Partners Fellowship runs from April 1 - September 30. As part of the program, we reflect on and celebrate the experience at a closing convening. This year, we gathered on land stewarded by the Gullah Geechee people as part
Too Many Hats
When Lewis Carroll created the Mad Hatter in Alice in Wonderland in the mid-1800s, mercury was used to manufacture felt hats. This caused a high rate of mercury poisoning among those working in the hat industry. Mercury poisoning causes neurological