“We refuse to believe that there are insufficient funds in the great vaults of opportunity in this nation. And so, we’ve come to cash this check, a check that will give us upon demand the riches and freedom and the security of justice.” -Dr. King While there has been progress made for African Americans on many fronts in the last 60 years, I often wonder if Dr. King, like my 103-year-old grandmother, would be shocked to witness the current backlash, human rights reversals and the...

If you found this blog post before this one check that one out first and come back for next steps.  As referenced in the previous blog post , I had the opportunity as grantmaking intermediary to see the impact that incorporating trauma-informed practice can have on outcomes.  Here are actionable steps and tips to build or embed trauma-informed business support within your ecosystem. 1. Understand the core principles Before operationalising, get clarity on what “trauma-informed” means in a...

Starting a business takes vision, resilience, and risk tolerance. For many entrepreneurs with disabilities, especially those with ADHD or other neurodivergent traits, entrepreneurship is more than a career choice — it’s a pathway to independence and self-determination. These entrepreneurs are much more likely to start a business but also have higher failure rates. We believe that these traits are superpowers that can give these business owners an advantage when the right supports are...