#local initiatives

[somerandomg33k]

I got my covid and flu shots. Man the local voter initiatives are something. Israel killed another Hamas leader. But sure, they want to negotiate. How to end poverty. No serious. All this and more on Social Justice Alchemy. Come and join us and ask questions.

[jamaicahomescom]

Jamaica: Water Bottles and Construction

In countries filled with structures made out of brick and wood it is hard to believe that they can be made with anything else. Buildings are supposed to be sturdy and able to withstand anything from a clear day to severe thunderstorms. There’s a reason why kings built their castles out of stone, and why the two pigs who built their houses out of straw and sticks had their houses destroyed. It’s…

[zankalony]

Empowering Change: 5 Ways to Positively Impact Your Local Community

Discover the potential of collective effort and learn how to create a lasting impact within your community. Introduction Our communities play a crucial role in shaping our lives, experiences, and well-being. They are the foundation of our support systems and provide us with connections and resources that contribute to our personal growth. As a result, it’s essential to engage in initiatives…

[pillowfort-social]

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[smovs]

barret breakthrough: the trick is to paint his scalp under the buzz cut as if it were bare skin, then paint his stubble over top. the highlights & roundness of his head's gotta show through the buzzed hair 🌠

[perplexingly]

Sorry for my actual self jumpscare but my new barrettes arrived today 🥹

[crabsnpersimmons]

dreaming about the perfect pillow

fun fact: Moon is a hugger when he sleeps

(feeling better btw, not yet 100% but i can draw again! still need plenty of rest for reasons, but will be slowly replying to the asks in my inbox soon!)

[greenlaut]

confession

trembling lips pressed against bony fingers. something burns inside yusuf; an undulating pit of tar in his stomach. he knows the name of this feeling—envy.

my acsona yusuf and oc john

[ddeck]

long lived sw races must be so extra about their hobbies. imagine you live for thousand years and a century of that time you decide to dedicate to making a single big af carpet

[squoobest]

a very niche celebrity frostyfest (now on dvd~!)

[fatedroses]

Mortal attachments and when trying to build up your henchman goes terribly wrong.

[swearingcactus]

trauma team got an alert that kerry eurodyne might be having a heart attack but it's just v casually holding his hand

[askchuuyanakahara]

any plans for holidays? where would you go if you could go anywhere?

Chuuya: "As much as it'd be nice to go somewhere like Paris, I don't want to go anywhere too far. I don't want to leave my dog home alone or with a dogsitter, after all."

Chuuya: "Come on, let's go to the dog park. I'm sure you'll enjoy that much more than this.. thing."

@hyruleisintroubleimmamakeabread

Dazai: "Ha..."

[INBOX IS NOW BACK OPEN]

[mrstevenss]

having soooo many thoughts about boyd n khatri right now… might have to blow the dust off my keyboard n get to typing!!!

like. vision khatri x boyd. stay with me now

they're for real so cute I just wanna write something about boyd yearning for khatri. maybe I could write something like the visions get so vivid to the point where khatri can physically interact with boyd

blah blah boyd feels like hes actually back falls to his knees and starts crying while latched onto khatris leg. and the whole time khatri is just like “ohh you missed me huh”

[ryan-nugenthopkins]

Happy Lunar New Year!

Today is the start of the lunar calendar, which is an important holiday through much of East and Southeast Asia. It is a time for family, prosperity, and growth for many of us. Fun fact - the only person on the Oilers born in the year of the snake is Vasily Podkolzin (2001).

For those unfamiliar with the city of Edmonton - Rogers Place, the Oilers' home arena, is right next to Chinatown. The development of the ICE District in downtown Edmonton by the Katz Group, OEG's ownership, has led to the displacement of the social agency Boyle Street and has also resulted in the surrounding area to struggle financially. Chinatown itself was hit particularly hard by COVID-19 and still struggles with crime, disrepair, and financial decline, in part due to the gentrification of the surrounding area of the ICE District. The city's poor treatment of its unhoused people has only been exacerbated by the need to "remodel" the downtown area as a "safer" space without offering meaningful systemic support during a full housing crisis, once again exacerbated by the Katz Group's hope to make the ICE District a luxury business destination that is, of course, privately owned.

This year's Lunar New Year jersey for the Edmonton Oilers was designed by Emily Chu, a local artist and activist who has tirelessly worked to preserve the history of Chinatown and revitalise its local businesses.

If you're a local to Edmonton, or even just a fan of the Oilers, I would highly encourage you taking the time to look at or support the following:

Boyle Street and the Mustard Seed, non-profit organisations that work with much of the unhoused community in the area surrounding the ICE District and Edmonton;

Chinatown Re:VITA, a grassroots organisation changing the narrative around Chinatown;

Aiya Collective, a local group fostering education and community that runs a number of workshops and classes;

Chinatown Chowdown, a project that helps you explore the cuisine and culture available in Chinatown (with lovely discounts on their group meals!);

Visit the Togather Chinatown Arts Festival this weekend and support local artists, businesses, and experience the vibrant culture that Chinatown has to offer.

If you're aware of any other initiatives to celebrate Lunar New Year, please feel free to reblog and share them!

[johndunwin]

free food

I wanted to capture the essence of community support and kindness through this artwork. The vibrant colors and the inviting imagery aim to create a sense of comfort and hope. By showcasing this fridge as a symbol of compassion, I hope to encourage others to think about the role we all play in helping those who are hungry.