Amos Smith, MSW, LCSW, CAANH President & CEO (Cohort 6)
"No matter how difficult it gets, the generosity and the positive human spirit continues to show up…"
On Inspiration & Hope: Voices From The Circle 2024
Highlights from the year's posts, on who and what keeps us going.
On Creativity: Voices From The Circle 2024
The many ways the creative arts spoke to and through us this year.
On Values: Voices From The Circle 2024
Highlights from the year’s posts on the underlying, core values that guide us.
On Recharging: Voices From The Circle 2024
The many ways we recharged, restored, rekindled our fire throughout this year.
Turning to Creativity for Peace, by Miriam Sutton (Cohort 29)
“…to be able to be my best self and continue what I’m doing at the same time, then I have to prioritize caring for myself too.”
Small Kindnesses, by Danusha Laméris
"What if they are the true dwelling of the holy, these fleeting temples we make together when we say, 'Here, have my seat'..."
Yexandra (Yex) Diaz, Culture Bearer, Storyteller, Educator, Healer (Cohort 32)
“I think consideration accounts for so much. It’s an act of love and compassion; it sets the tone for how you practice inclusivity and community..."
Proud Hispanic Heritage & Service, by Jeffrey Moreno (Cohort 28)
“We have all done a lot. And there is a lot more to do. We get there by respecting each other, not by dismissing each other. ¡Venceremos porque nacimos para triunfar!”
Moving Forward with Pride and Hope, by Christopher Cole (Cohort 12)
“I want to live in a society where we have different opinions. But we need to respect and listen to each other.”