Emerson Collective
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We deploy a range of tools—from impact investing to philanthropy to storytelling—in pursuit of a just and equitable America.
Joined March 2011
Advice to the #Classof2020 from @BarackObama: . "This is your generation’s world to shape.". 1⃣"Don’t be afraid." .2⃣"Do what you think is right.".3⃣"Build a community.". #GraduateTogether.
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"Breaking America’s promise to #dreamers and leaving undocumented immigrants to fend for themselves would be callous and cruel to some of the very people helping the rest of us weather this crisis." @laurenepowell @washingtonpost .
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For young men of #ChicagoCRED, gun violence has devastated families for too long. It's why they're en route to DC: to stand up & #MarchForOurLives. "I lost two of my cousins to gun violence. For me it's either be part of the problem, or part of the solution in Chicago." –Lenard
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#ECDemoDay drew inspiration from Corita Kent, also known as Sister Mary Corita, an artist with an innovative approach to design and education. We used her artistry to create an art installation timelapse that pulls from her work with the words "POWER UP.”. 🎨: @coritaartcenter
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THREAD: One year ago today, we established #AmericasFoodFund with @LeoDiCaprio in response to surging food insecurity across the U.S. during the pandemic.
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The #COVID19 crisis has left millions unsure where their next meal will come from. Today, @LaurenePowell, @LeoDiCaprio & @Apple launched #AmericasFoodFund, a new initiative directly supporting @FeedingAmerica and @WCKitchen. For more info and to support:
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Every day that Congress fails to #ProtectDreamers, 122 young people lose their status to work and live without fear in this country. ☎️ Call your member of Congress and urge them to pass the #DreamActNow!
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“Before we know, our restaurants will be full again, our employees will keep working and provide for their families, our guests will come back, and we, the people, will be stronger than ever.” @WCKitchen.
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“We need to start preparing now to ensure that come November, we have adequate in-person voting that is safe and available, and that we have absentee and vote-by-mail available to everyone who wants to vote that way.” @marceelias.
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Mark Bradford’s larger-than-life structure #MithraLA makes a bold but necessary statement about the reality of climate-driven migration & the action we need to take to combat the potential dangers of climate devastation. View it in LA until July 11 ⬇️.
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READ: @laurenepowell in conversation with @peter_seligmann of @conservationorg #climateaction #EarthtoMarrakech.
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Take a stand with us against poverty, systemic racism, ecological devastation, & the war economy. Make your voice heard.🗣️. 📺Tune in live now for @UniteThePoor's #MoralAssembly2022.
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In his recent talk for #ECDemoDay 2022, @marceelias encourages voters to look in their own backyard to enact change on the local level, working with their community to build a better democracy. #DemocracyDocket #Elections. Learn more:
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“We can no longer seek to merely resist or even to restore. Our mission for the next four years must be to strengthen our democratic institutions and voting laws.” - @marceelias @democracydocket.
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In the aftermath of Sandy Hook, @shannonrwatts channeled her grief into founding Moms Demand Action, an org of mothers fighting for gun safety. Since then, @MomsDemand has become a tireless force for a safer future. Learn more about our #ECPartner:.
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In 2020, @WCKitchen partnered with more than 2,000 restaurants to deliver 12 million meals across the U.S. Here’s how the organization put restaurants back to work, fed millions during a global pandemic, and served as a model for local governments.
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A path to citizenship is past due for immigrant essential workers, who continue to aid in our pandemic recovery and have proven themselves vital to our nation's infrastructure. The time for Congress to deliver a path to citizenship for them is now. #WeAreHome
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Want to stand up for human rights? You can't sit out this election. Step 1: #RegisterToVote.
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Last week, #MarchForOurLives’s @Cameron_Kasky and @MattxRed joined @arneduncan to talk about the #RoadToChange bus tour launching this Friday in Chicago. Here are 5 things we heard from these inspiring leaders.
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Powerful to see so many inspiring leaders on stage, reminding us that we're all in this together. Thank you, @chefjoseandre, @eji_org's Bryan Stevenson, Dolores Huerta, and so many others. #Oscars
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“To be anti-racist is to believe in the word now. Patience is a dirty word to those incarcerated by inequity. Patience is a nasty word to those with injustice kneeing down on their neck.” @DrIbram @TheAtlantic.
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As border policies cause a surge in families seeking shelter in Tijuana, @WCKitchen is there to provide care and comfort in the form of nutritious meals for 11 area shelters, every day.
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“I really think that we’re at an inflection point in this country in terms of what is on the ballot. This is a matter of life and death. You have to vote in this election.” - @rickhart_.
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Renewing the promise of #democracy is core to achieving a just and equitable America. It’s why we've selected a new cohort of Emerson Collective Fellows who are working to strengthen democratic systems, protect the vote & foster civic engagement:
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Virginia is replacing a confederate holiday with a state-wide holiday dedicated to Election Day. 🎉🙌🗳️. Virginia joins other states, cities and businesses in a nationwide movement to remove barriers to civic engagement. @ElectionDayPTO.
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"I know a lot of people who lost their lives to gun violence, and some were my family and close friends. I feel like it’s my mission to march for them." --James, #ChicagoCRED participant on why he's bussing from Chicago to #MarchForOurLives
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We're so grateful to the 5,400 people from all 50 states & 35 countries who have given over $13M in 72 hours to #AmericasFoodFund. @FeedingAmerica & @wckitchen need our support as they continue their hunger relief work. @chefjoseandres shares a message:.
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At today’s #PowerToThePolls event, we celebrate our democracy and those who strengthen it through civic engagement.
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The U.S. Citizenship Act, which charts a path to #citizenship for 11 million undocumented Americans, is a critical first step to delivering on the promise of a nation where there is liberty and justice for all.
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“All of us have a moral obligation to continue the fight for freedom and justice that was the cornerstone of Justice Ginsburg’s life and career. And we must do it now.” - @marceelias @democracydocket #VoteReady.
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Welcoming immigrants "with the will and heart to get here" is at the core of the American spirit. Congress must pass the #DREAMAct 🇺🇸
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Tonight at 8 PM ET, join a live watch party of #WeFeedPeople, a new documentary from @RealRonHoward, @RealImagine, and @NatGeoDocs about @WCKitchen @chefjoseandres. Tune in to the inspiring story of food first responders on @disneyplus and Tweet along!.
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Home. Is. Here. 🦋. SCOTUS reflected the best in America when it sided with Dreamers & ruled that #DACA was unlawfully terminated by the current administration. Today, we celebrate this victory—and the immigrant youth, organizers, and advocates who led us to it. #HomeIsHere
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“I believe in the of rule law, and I said years ago that if the rule of law is to prevail, then the people have to see some justice. If it always produces a result that is unjust, then how can we tell people to have faith in the justice system.”@Sifill_LDF
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Americans came out in record numbers, despite a pandemic, to vote and be heard in this election—and now we must ensure that every single vote is counted. Stay patient, stay informed and stay grounded. We must #counteveryvote, because every vote, and every voice, should count.
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"People say, 'What's the urgency? We can wait until March.' No, we cannot. We're talking about over 700K young people who have only known this as their home. Who, each day we stand here & debate & discuss this, are under an incredible amount of fear." - @KamalaHarris #DreamActNow
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"We can only strive to be 'antiracist' on a daily basis, to continually rededicate ourselves to the lifelong task of overcoming our country’s racist heritage." @DrIbram
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Houston. Puerto Rico. Wilmington. In the face of daunting obstacles, @chefjoseandres has engineered a new approach to disaster relief by partnering with communities to feed them. Short film “Making Fire” tells the story of his work after Hurricane Maria.
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Today, we join immigrants & advocates in DC and across the country in calling for pathways to citizenship and lasting protections for immigrants and their families who are building a life in America. #WeAreHome
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“It is deeply disappointing that [the Heals Act] failed to include a SNAP benefit increase or an extension to Pandemic EBT. We know that childhood food insecurity is soaring to levels we’ve never seen.” - Lisa Davis of @nokidhungry .
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Silence has consequences. It's time to raise your voice. Show your support for the #DreamActNow at @WomensMarch this weekend! . Download & print this FREE poster, a collab by @obeygiant @arimejorado & @amplifierart.
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On the year anniversary of the first @womensmarch, it’s more urgent than ever to tell Congress that you stand with American values. That you stand with Dreamers. Download your free poster to support the #DreamActNow. @obeygiant @arimejorado @amplifierart
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.@ChefJoseAndres joined @laurenepowell to discuss @WorldCentralKitchen's remarkable humanitarian work in the aftermath of natural disasters—plus, the one person he'd cook for if he'd had the chance. Watch the conversation here:
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". our deepest moral and constitutional traditions point us toward the possibility of a more perfect union when we respect the basic democratic principle of one person, one vote.". - @RevDrBarber & @BerniceKing .
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Attending @womensmarch this weekend? Get your free hi-res download of this print, a new collaboration with @obeygiant @arimejorado & @amplifierart. Show your support for the #DreamActNow. #PowerToThePolls
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Immigration is on the ballot. Education is on the ballot. Social justice is on ballot. Climate justice is on the ballot. Health is on the ballot. #VOTE today for justice, equity & hope.
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“It’s critical to understand that food can be a key part of the solution to our overlapping crises — in this pandemic, recession, and when our communities are confronting racial injustice.” - @NateMook of @WCKitchen & Lorelei Williams of @comicreliefus.
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The administration's executive order does not end family separation at the border. It is designed to further criminalize and punish immigrant families. Here are seven ways you can help. #WorldRefugeeDay #EndFamilyDetention #FamiliesBelongTogether
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"With DACA, I was not only able to attend college, work and drive, but also it helped me erase the fear I had for myself." - Katherine, #Nashville. #DreamActNow
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A devastating precedent that continues to chip at the promise of justice for all in America: "Whenever white male supremacy shoots, assaults, violates, devastates, exploits—no matter what, there is the projection of innocence." – @DrIbram.
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In light of school closures due to #COVID19, students, families, and educators remain uncertain about the future in a growing pandemic. We’ve compiled a list of tools for educators and at-home learning resources for students and families:.
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Nine years ago today, @shannonrwatts created a Facebook page for moms to join the fight for gun safety—which became @MomsDemand, one of the largest grassroots organizations in the nation. At #ECDemoDay, she explained one secret to the movement's success:
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“Forward together, not one step back!”. Channeling the leadership and insight of @RevDrBarber & @LizTheo of @UniteThePoor this week.
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“This generation of young people has more at stake than anybody else in making sure we don’t give up on what makes us such a great hope for ourselves and others.” . —@HillaryClinton, in conversation with @EmCollective founder @LaurenePowell at #OZYFest2018.
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Thanks for supporting Dreamers, @KDTrey5! 🙌 Make your voice heard - call Congress and urge them to pass a clean #DreamActNow! #WeAreAllDreamers
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📍#Vegas: Come to the #PowerToThePolls event to pick up your FREE copy of the new #DreamActNow print for @WomensMarch! Limited quantity available. @obeygiant @arimejorado @amplifierart #WomensMarch
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Today, we honor the life of Dr. Paul Farmer, co-founder of @PIH, who died last weekend in Rwanda. He was a brilliant physician, devoted teacher, and visionary leader whose work stretched across continents, classrooms, boardrooms, hospital hallways and the halls of Congress.
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"Restaurants are a manifestation of people's identity and culture, and food is so integral to that. I think they remain to be economic engines for our communities." - EC Fellow @assil_reem 👏.
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Around the world, students like Karen are feeling #inspired by the new film #HeNamedMeMalala. @MalalaFund
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The #2020Election will be the most consequential of our time. With the primaries behind us and ballot printing underway, here are 10 simple steps to raise your civic voice and get out the #vote this year: ☑️🗳🗣
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Happy #InternationalWomensDay ! Today we honor fearless women like #MalalaYousafzai, who fights for girls' rights around the world.
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Introducing a new group of Emerson Collective Fellows 💡. The #RecoverandRenew cohort is a cross-disciplinary group, each committed to exploring how equity & justice have shaped the pandemic—and how we can center both on the path to building anew:
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Stand up for American values. Tell Congress to pass the #DreamActNow & protect 2M young people who call America home.
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Meet the 2021 #DialFellows ✨ . The 12 members of this cross-disciplinary cohort of social entrepreneurs and innovators are solving old problems in bold, news ways. Get to know their diverse and crucial work:
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Good food provides nourishment & comfort in times of crisis. @wckitchen partners w/ organizations on the ground & activates a network of food trucks and emergency kitchens to provides freshly made, nutritious meals to survivors of disasters quickly & effectively. #WorldFoodDay
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This @NYTimes article tells us loud and clear: never before have we faced such an enormous crisis for millions of Americans in need of food. @feedingamerica @wckitchen .
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Staying home, if you can, is crucial right now. But distance doesn’t have to mean isolation: reaching out to foster connection is vital as we collectively adjust. We’ve curated some resources to help you stay calm and connected: #stayathomeandstaysafe
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With less than 10 years to reverse the course of climate change, we each have a role to play in creating a life-sustaining economy that supports humanity while saving the planet. 🌎✨. Meet the communities and innovators doing their part: #EarthDay
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In @TheEconomist’s “World in 2019” issue, Emerson Collective President @laurenepowell explains why we need urgent public pressure and grassroots activism to protect voting rights across America.
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Our nation continues to reckon with a legacy of racial injustice. We are in solidarity with those working to heal our broken systems. Leaders of all races must come together, listen to Black voices & commit to building a safe, healthy, equitable future for all. #BlackLivesMatter.
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Today, we'd like to thank the food heroes at @FeedingAmerica, @nokidhungry, @SavetheChildren, @urbanschoolfood, @WCKitchen & their networks of food banks, schools, restaurants & community organizations. Your commitment to hunger relief is inspiring & critical. #ThankAHungerHero
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“If we merge mercy with might, and might with right, then love becomes our legacy, and change our children’s birthright.” - @TheAmandaGorman.
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Today @POTUS presented our founder Laurene Powell Jobs with the posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom for the legacy of Steve Jobs. He received the award for his vision & imagination which changed how the world communicates. The medal is the country’s highest civilian honor.
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Honored to have been a part of #TeenVogueSummit, inspiring the next generation of leaders to take action. We’re in good hands. 🌎🤲
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