Ivy Child International

🌟 Support Mindfulness and Well-Being This Holiday Season🌟 At Ivy Child International, we are dedicated to fostering mindfulness, equity, and resilience across our communities. Through our programs, we’ve seen the power of mindfulness to heal and inspire growth in children, families, and educators. 🌍💚 This season, we invite you to join us in creating meaningful change. Your support ensures we can continue to deliver these vital programs to those who need them most. 💌 Donate here: https://lnkd.in/eMjvvATj Let’s take action together for a more mindful, compassionate world. #GiftOfMindfulness #HealingThroughAction #MindfulnessMatters #SocialImpact #IvyChildInternational #MindfulnessMultiplierEffect

Meet Alex! 🌟 Witty, playful, and serious when needed, Alex has a passion for martial arts and alt-rock music. His favorite bands are Twenty One Pilots and Panic! At the Disco. 💡 Personal Mission: “My mission is to help people and animals get off the streets and back on their feet with the support of loving people and communities. I am passionate about supporting the unhoused by providing more resources, such as food, beds, toys, and other essentials. I also want to work on getting more animals adopted.” Alex participated in the Nuestra Juventud: Creating Communities of Hope Fellowship, a transformative leadership program for youth from historically marginalized communities. Over six months, Alex honed invaluable leadership skills and solidified his heartfelt mission to support people and animals in need. Together, we’re building a future filled with hope, strength, and opportunity. Thank you for being a shining light in our community, Alex! Learn more about the program - https://lnkd.in/gudKn5rB 💛 #NuestraJuventud #YouthEmpowerment #HopeInAction #MindfulLeadership

💡 Leadership through Mindfulness: A Boston Public Schools Spotlight 💡 We’re proud to share a glimpse into our long-standing partnership with Boston Public Schools, where young scholars are stepping forward to lead mindfulness practices in our communities and promote well-being for all. This video highlights the Magic Carpet practice, a simple yet powerful tool our young leaders use to build resilience and foster connection. 🌟 See how mindfulness is making an impact in communities and shaping tomorrow’s leaders. 📽️ Watch now: https://lnkd.in/eatUGgUn Together, we’re cultivating spaces where everyone has the tools to thrive with mindfulness and care. #YoungScholars #MindfulnessMatters #MagicCarpetPractice #BostonPublicSchools #CommunityWellness #SocialImpact #IvyChildInternational #MindfulnessMultiplierEffect

🌟 "We have the opportunity to transform ourselves and the world we live in—right now." – George Mumford We are honored to have the legendary mindfulness coach George Mumford part of the Ivy Child family. His wisdom and vision amplify the mission of Ivy Child International: investing in the human spirit and empowering communities through mindfulness and well-being. 🎥 Watch George’s message: https://lnkd.in/e9GwRRKz 🌐 Join the mission: ivychild.org 💬 Your support of Ivy Child enables us to cultivate programs that alleviate suffering, nurture joy, and inspire meaningful change. Together, let’s choose to invest in compassion and resilience. Because now is the time to act. #Mindfulness #GeorgeMumford #IvyChildInternational #CommunityWellness #CompassionInAction

Meet Bee! 🌟 “I love Classical Music, Philosophy, and Psychology. I have an interest in Medicinal Herbs.” 💡 Personal Mission: “My mission is to support mental health resources for children and support teachers to be trauma-informed.” Bee was part of our Nuestra Juventud: Creating Communities of Hope Fellowship, a one-of-a-kind leadership program for youth from historically marginalized communities. This 6-month program focuses on fostering well-being through trust-based philanthropy and prioritizes youth who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, ages 14-18. Through this transformative experience, Bee strengthened her leadership skills and developed her personal mission statement to serve and uplift her local community. Together, we’re building a future filled with hope, strength, and opportunity. Thank you for being a shining light in our community, Bee! Learn more about the program - https://lnkd.in/gudKn5rB 💛 #NuestraJuventud #YouthEmpowerment #HopeInAction #YouthLeadership #MindfulLeadership #IvyChildInternational

🌟 New England Medical Association’s (NEMA) 2024 Health Policy Forum 🌟 On December 9, 2024, Ivy Child International had the pleasure of participating in the 2024 Health Policy Forum at WGBH. This impactful forum brought together healthcare leaders, policymakers, and community advocates to engage in discussions on critical health policy issues, including healthcare access, workforce challenges, and reproductive health. Esteemed speakers included Senator Nick Collins, Senator Liz Miranda, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, and Dr. Bisola Ojikutu, Executive Director of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) and Commissioner of Public Health for the City of Boston. This shared leadership commitment is key to advancing equity in community health. We extend our gratitude to NEMA for their outstanding work in advancing healthcare equity for Black and underserved communities. Their dedication to creating opportunities for meaningful dialogue and action is an inspiration to all. Special thanks to Dr. Lucy Lomas, Executive Director and the entire NEMA team. 💛 Thank you, NEMA, for providing a platform to collaborate, inspire, and drive meaningful change in healthcare. Together, we take bold strides toward a future rooted in equity and resilience. #2024HealthPolicyForum #NEMAForum2024 #HealthPolicy #EquityInAction #MindfulLeadership #MentalWellBeing

🌍✨ Human Rights Day 2024: Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now ✨🌍 At Ivy Child, we are reaffirming our commitment to a world where dignity, equality, and freedom are universal. Human rights are the bedrock of our shared humanity. They are the essential guarantees that protect our freedom, empower our voices, and ensure no one is left behind in society. These rights are fundamental to addressing economic inequality and protecting minoritized communities, providing a foundation for peace and social justice. Today marks the 76th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948. The UDHR established the fundamental rights that all people deserve—freedom from fear, inequality, and discrimination. However, progress remains urgent. According to Amnesty International, over 155 countries reported human rights violations in 2023, with women, girls, and minoritized groups disproportionately affected. In light of this, mindfulness and well-being play an integral role in advancing human rights. By fostering compassion, resilience, and empathy, mindfulness helps empower individuals and communities to take meaningful action toward justice and equality. 💡 Today, let’s commit to educating ourselves, advocating for human rights, and nurturing our collective well-being. Together, we can create a world where everyone’s rights are respected and protected. #HumanRightsDay #EqualityForAll #JusticeNow #MindfulnessForJustice #UDHR76 #IvyChildInternational #MindfulnessMultiplierEffect

Ivy Child was honored to join the White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AA & NHPI) Community. The event focused on building collaboration and strengthening connections to uplift community voices. Together, we’ll continue working to promote equity, inclusion, and opportunity. We are grateful for the ongoing care and trust of our communities.💪 #Equity #CommunityEngagement #IvyChildImpact #NHPI #IvyChildInternational #MindfulnessMultiplierEffect

Mindfulness is a tool for both personal and collective transformation—and equity is at the heart of that journey. Ivy Child International’s Equity Breath Mindfulness Practice invites us to slow down, reflect, and create inclusive spaces where diverse experiences are honored and valued. 🔬 Research shows: * Mindfulness interventions reduce implicit racial bias (Kang et al., 2013). * Mindful practices strengthen empathy, building more equitable relationships (Creswell, 2017). * Shared pauses promote connection, reducing social division (Goleman & Davidson, 2017). ✨ Learn how to integrate mindfulness and equity into your life. Explore the practice here: https://lnkd.in/gddhRcfz #EquityBreath #Mindfulness #Leadership #InclusiveWorkplaces #ScienceOfWellbeing #IvyChildInternational #MindfulnessMultiplierEffect

🌟 This #GivingTuesday, let’s join hands to nurture the well-being of our children and communities. At Ivy Child International, we believe in the power of collaboration and community care, and we’re proud to work alongside our incredible partners to create spaces of healing, mindfulness, and equity. ✨🤝 We can cultivate a world where every child thrives by planting seeds of love, care, and resilience. 🌱💛 Today, we invite you to invest in this vision. Your support helps us bring mindfulness, mental health resources, and community-led programs to the kids and families who need them most. 💫 Let’s build brighter futures, one mindful moment at a time. Will you join us? 💕 🖐️ Donate or share your support (https://lnkd.in/epugNZVA ) 📣 Together, we rise. Together, we heal.🌍 #GivingTuesday #MindfulnessForAll #InvestInKids #CommunityCare #WellbeingMatters #HealingTogether #IvyChildInternational #MindfulnessMultiplierEffect