In today’s Race + Power newsletter, we look at the ways systemic inequity is inextricably linked to violence in the United States.

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** Race + Power Weekly
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In today’s Race + Power newsletter, we look at the ways systemic inequity is inextricably linked to violence in the United States, through the lack of investment in people’s basic needs—and how community organizing, nonprofit resilience, and innovative social platforms can confront violence and spark transformative change.

In December, the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and the acquittal of Daniel Penny for the 2023 chokehold death of Jordan Neely show why there is a need to address violence in all its forms ([link removed]) —through concerted efforts in policy advocacy, public awareness, and community building.

Heal the Hood ([link removed]) , a small, grassroots nonprofit, is starting at the neighborhood level. The community-driven organization has successfully delivered mutual aid, education, and social support in its neighborhood for three years and counting.

Addressing systemic violence and inequity also means recognizing technology’s pivotal role in shaping narratives. Too often, mainstream social media channels reinforce harmful stereotypes and spread misinformation. In response, technologist Rudy Fraser and his team have created the new platform #Blacksky ([link removed]) , cultivating a safer and more equitable online environment for Black people and other people of color.

Nonprofits need to understand the opportunities and risks of current technology. Join NPQ and NTEN (Nonprofit Technology Enterprise Network) for an instructive session on how organizations can use artificial intelligence (AI) responsibly ([link removed]) .
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How Poverty Violence Shows Whose Lives Are “Worth” More in America ([link removed])
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“Every year, thousands of people die because of a lack of healthcare coverage. They die because they live in a country that continues to ignore medical need.” Read more... ([link removed])

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Starting From Scratch: Boston’s Heal the Hood ([link removed])
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“The organization’s mission is to ‘dismantle the plantation.’” Read more... ([link removed])

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“The internet has kind of been anti-Black from the very beginning.” Read more… ([link removed])
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AI for an Equitable World: How Your Organization Can Approach AI Responsibly ([link removed])
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Are you questioning whether and how to use AI in your organization? Are staff at your organization already experimenting with AI tools without a coherent organizational policy to guide them? Join NPQ and NTEN for an instructive and thought-provoking session ideal for anyone considering using AI at a nonprofit or philanthropy, including executive directors/CEOs, operations & IT staff, and development and communications staff. Thursday, January 30 at 2:00 pm ET. Register here... ([link removed])

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