by Helen Hope Kimbrough | Mar 20, 2024 | Community Voice, Planning & Implementation, Thought Leadership
Hearing the words “bottom up” when we look at how people are viewed, judged or measured can be a trigger for me and others. In my lived experience, I’ve witnessed negative connotations or biased opinions when it comes to the reality or perception of what...
by Helen Hope Kimbrough | Jan 30, 2024 | Nonprofit Leadership, Thought Leadership
Did you know that one in three US citizens have had some kind of interaction with the justice system? And that the US incarcerates more of its citizens than any other country in the world? Did you also know that the carceral state of the justice system can shape the...
by Helen Hope Kimbrough | Nov 28, 2023 | Nonprofit Leadership, Thought Leadership
As a member of the Next Stage team and experienced board member, I often receive inquiries about how to become a part of a board. How do you find a good fit and learn the right tools? Today’s blog is all about my own journey with boards, along with some tips on...
by Helen Hope Kimbrough | Nov 14, 2023 | Community Voice
“You all really did a great job with the film. It brought me back to my childhood.” A former Southside Homes resident expressed this after the screening of the documentary, Southside Homes: A Catalyst of Hope. Additional Southside Homes residents shared similar...
by Helen Hope Kimbrough | Sep 19, 2023 | Community Voice, Thought Leadership
“You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view, until you climb inside of his skin and walk around in it.” – Harper Lee “Walk a Mile in My Shoes” is a timeless expression that carries a strong sentiment – don’t judge me – you...
