In addition to leading the Association of Baccalaureate Social Work Program Directors based in Alexandria, VA, Amanda Scott is a big advocate for the therapeutic power of knitting. At the basic level, knitting is Amanda’s way to check out, reflect, and process while creating something beautiful amidst the chaos of our everyday lives. We’re so…
Award winning artist Hillary Kempenich is a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa. Kempenich is an engaged activist who uses her art both within and beyond her community to support what matters most to her, like access to the arts, education, social justice, and Native issues. We are so honored that she’ll be…
We’re just three weeks away from Upswell and the wave of speakers is still growing and picking up momentum! We’ve added another 24 awesome folks to our great list of presenters who’ll open your eyes to new ways of working together to make the world a better place. Of special note to our next-generation leaders…
/ By Kristina Gawrgy Campbell / We recently caught up with Myung J. Lee, executive director of Cities of Service, who will be moderating an exciting session at Upswell LA on Thursday, November 15 at 4:00-5:30 pm, titled, “How Changemaking Mayors Are Building Trust and Community.” The session will offer participants an intimate setting to…
Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc., an Upswell exhibitor, is a business with a mission. Nonstop wants to turn how nonprofits and their employees view healthcare on its head, and encourage them to see employer-sponsored healthcare as an asset, rather than a burden. Be sure to check out their presentation in Upswell’s Public Square for…
You settle into your swivel chair, don a virtual reality headset, push a button, and suddenly you’re far from LA. Maybe you’re feeding an elephant in Africa, breaking rocks in India, measuring the ice in Greenland, or testifying before Congress in Washington, DC. For 10 or 15 minutes, you’re not just reading about a problem…
In the realm of transformative changework, the future looks much brighter when we support our youth – particularly those who might not otherwise have important opportunities in their lives. With tight budgets forcing schools to make tough program decisions, we talk on Episode 5 of the Upswell Podcast with two changemakers who are working to…
/ by Christian Clansky / We keep saying that Upswell is going to be different than any sort of event you’ve experienced before. You really will need to see how – and why – for yourself, but I’ve got a story to share that might give you an idea of what we mean. The story…
We’re another week closer to Upswell, and our lineup is still evolving. We’ve added another 18 awesome folks to our great list of presenters who’ll open your eyes to new ways to advancing your own mission, and working together with other changemakers to address today’s challenges and make the world a better place. With just…
We’re thrilled to announce that Grammy Award-winning legends Ozomatli will be performing at Upswell Los Angeles! Ozomatli’s sound is as diverse as the city they call home. The LA-based (and globally inspired) band has perfected a wild and funky fusion, creatively mixing rock, salsa, reggae, hip hop, soul, and jazz with a socially conscious and…