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Mic Drop: Resourcing the Long Arc of Trans Liberation
Philanthropy has the privilege, honor, and responsibility of building on this legacy to fund trans liberation efforts.
by Aldita Gallardo, Program Officer, Borealis Philanthropy
While the ubiquitous rainbow flags have been taken down, and the glittery, performative signs to index LGBTQ acceptance have been put away, the fight for trans and queer liberation continues. As a queer and trans person, our existence continues outside of corporate attempts to dilute the true spirit of Pride that is a necessary annual recognition of trans and queer rebellion against policing and the State.
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Asking for a Friend… As a person of color in leadership, how do I deal with microaggressions from white staff?
As Calls Mount for Ceasefire, Philanthropy Struggles to Find its Voice
Northern California Grantmakers recognizes we are witnessing a key moment in the history between Palestine and Israel. The violence is not occurring in a vacuum and this moment requires us to deepen our analysis. The fear, heartbreak, and trauma surrounding this crisis is generational, deeply polarizing, and challenges finding a resolution. NCG is here to support philanthropy in finding its voice as we and many others in the sector are struggling to do so.