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We're excited to feature Simran Kanojia, an Account Executive at Fenton, for our July 2024 Meet the Expert series. Simran’s journey from Punjab, India, to Fordham University and now Fenton reflects her passion for positive social change. She works with clients like the African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs and National Nurses United, advocating for DEI, healthcare rights, and criminal justice reform. Outside of work, Simran enjoys nature and photography and has a diverse taste in music. Her story is one of dedication and inspiration. Get to know Simran and her impactful work in this month's feature!

Chronic absenteeism has doubled since the pandemic. In 2022, nearly 16 million students missed almost four weeks of class, leaving educators urgently seeking new ways to keep students in school. Our clients, Children's Aid, are on the frontlines of solutions. Check out this new opinion piece by Phoebe Boyer, President and CEO of Children’s Aid, on how community schools are finding unique solutions to the absenteeism crisis – from success mentors to washing machines to walking school buses. From Success Mentors to Washing Machines, Ways to Help Kids Stay in School Link: https://lnkd.in/ebUGQp8j

I’m learning to sit in the space between hope and grief. As we celebrate the historic possibility of having a Black woman president, we are also confronted with the heartbreaking reality of Sonya Massey’s death, another Black woman senselessly killed by police. While we rejoice in the strides being made toward representation and leadership, we cannot ignore the systemic injustices that enable police violence and a system that harms rather than heals. As we hold onto the hope for a brighter future, let us channel our grief into fighting for a world where the next Sonya Massey will be treated with the dignity and care she deserved.

We are thrilled that our partner RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association has been recognized by the Power of Associations for its advocacy and leadership in the wake of the Alabama Supreme Court ruling that halted IVF access across the state. Their efforts not only allowed IVF treatments to resume but also set a new precedent for effective grassroots advocacy. Learn more about this recognition and other inspiring award recipients here: Power of Associations Award Recipients #RESOLVEaward #PowerofAssociations #IVF #InfertilityAwareness #FamilyBuilding The Power of Associations Award Recipients – The Power of Associations (45 kB) https://lnkd.in/eaba6CyF

Up to one in four adults in the U.S. have a mental or physical disability. July is Disability Pride Month, a prime opportunity for advocacy organizations to honor the history and successes of people with disabilities and raise awareness of their myriad challenges. Disability Pride began as a day, July 26, the anniversary of the milestone Americans with Disabilities Act, enacted in 1990 to prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities. People with disabilities are often not included in discussions of diversity, equity and inclusion. But it’s crucial to know that the barriers and challenges they face by people with disabilities are different than those faced by people of color, LGBTQIA+ people, or others who face discrimination. Fenton’s People and Identity Style Guide includes a section on Ableness, Disability, and Health, which includes key terms and recommendations for using language that includes and acknowledges the viewpoints and experiences of people with disabilities. https://lnkd.in/eFQN6XRm

With the elections dominating public attention from now through November, nonprofits and social advocacy groups need digital strategies to help them stay relevant in an ever-changing and fast-moving social media landscape. Fenton’s new Digital Navigator: 2024 Election Edition gives you practicable tools and tips to tie the election to your mission. We look at the rise of small content creators and how they can boost your profile; break out the types of content that stand out in a saturated landscape; and highlight the importance of video (while helping even amateurs overcome their fear of less-than-perfect reels!) With social media goalposts constantly moving, Fenton is laser-focused on innovating our strategies and approaches with our clients to ensure that no target audience is left behind. Get your Election Digital Navigator here: http://bit.ly/4cEtKvn

All young people need communities to lift them and believe in them. To counter the inequity and stereotypes that create obstacles for youth, members of our team, Amanda Ebrahim, Allison Domínguez, Jennifer Hahn, and Shakirah A. Hill Taylor, spent the day with youth advocates from Baltimore at the Annie E. Casey Foundation to develop and promote a new narrative for thriving youth. We shared opinion research and evidence-based messages and workshopped with local leaders on how to tell stories, use social media, and give interviews that tackle misconceptions and educate the public about how young people can thrive when communities support them. Learn more about how we work with clients to shift narrative: https://fenton.com/work/

Fenton is thrilled to share the well-deserved promotions for 14 of our staff. Collectively, they represent the very best of our firm. Individually, they embody outstanding client work and service, entrepreneurial spirit, positivity, and commitment to coaching their teams. This is what excellence looks like, and we look forward to seeing what they will accomplish in the future! 

When Christian Hendricks isn't shooting music videos with friends, he's helping clients think through the importance of visual communication in advancing social change. From supporting artists' advocacy policy platforms to reproductive and bodily autonomy, Christian's lens is laser-focused on progress. Read more about our expert: