GenUnity

GenUnity

Civic and Social Organizations

Boston, MA 1,478 followers

Activating everyday adults to drive change

About us

Our mission is to bring together everyday residents across difference, to build community and drive change on local issues. At GenUnity, we envision “a community by everyone for everyone,” because when we are co-creators in building the systems that impact us, we are all better off. Our issue-focused community leadership programs bring residents together to tackle the issues critical to their communities. Each cohort convenes up to 50 residents–from ‘proximate experts’ experiencing the issue to the ‘siloed experts’ working in institutions to address them–for 10 weeks, 3 hours/week. Through facilitated sessions and small-group discussions with local partners, members go through successive modules that build up their understanding of the issue, connecting people’s lived experiences to the systems and power structures that shape them. In the process, they develop leadership skills–from active listening, to systems thinking, to action planning–and the inquiry-based conversations that members engage in help folks uncover “why” issues persist in their community and “how” they can use their power to drive change. Upon completing the program, members join our Lifetime Community of Practice (LCOP), where they continue to build deep peer-to-peer connections and collaborate on the execution of their action plans. Together, the GenUnity community is translating passion and learning into civic action–from introducing new legislation to changing workplace policies–ultimately transforming what we believe is possible with democracy.

Website
http://www.genunity.org
Industry
Civic and Social Organizations
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
2019

Locations

Employees at GenUnity

Updates

  • 👋 Accountability buddy here, reminding you that there are just 3 more days to apply for GenUnity's Spring Health Equity or Housing Justice Fellowships. So, keep the New Year's momentum going and get started on your goals by applying to our fellowships by THIS FRIDAY, January 10 via the LINK IN COMMENTS. Questions? Reach out to us at JoinUs@genunity.org.

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    Did you know that 43% of people quit their New Year's Resolutions by the end of January? Like many individuals, you probably have meaningful goals for next year surrounding health and wellness, community involvement, or professional development. Apply now to GenUnity’s Spring ’25 Health Equity or Housing Justice Fellowships and let us be your accountability buddy for those looming resolutions. Through GenUnity’s Fellowships, you’ll meet with a diverse community of mission-driven Greater Boston residents to develop valuable leadership skills, expand your network and promote health and housing equity in your neighborhood or workplace -ensuring you check off a few resolutions by summer. For those interested in getting involved and applying with their own accountability buddy, be sure to submit the application and nomination form VIA LINK IN COMMENTS. We will take care of the rest!

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  • Tonight's the night!! Deadline to apply to GenUnity's Spring Health Equity and Housing Justice Fellowships is MIDNIGHT TONIGHT. Check out our brief application here: https://lnkd.in/evGaSkYx

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    1,478 followers

    Did you know that 43% of people quit their New Year's Resolutions by the end of January? Like many individuals, you probably have meaningful goals for next year surrounding health and wellness, community involvement, or professional development. Apply now to GenUnity’s Spring ’25 Health Equity or Housing Justice Fellowships and let us be your accountability buddy for those looming resolutions. Through GenUnity’s Fellowships, you’ll meet with a diverse community of mission-driven Greater Boston residents to develop valuable leadership skills, expand your network and promote health and housing equity in your neighborhood or workplace -ensuring you check off a few resolutions by summer. For those interested in getting involved and applying with their own accountability buddy, be sure to submit the application and nomination form VIA LINK IN COMMENTS. We will take care of the rest!

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  • 👋 LIFETIME COMMUNITY MEMBERS - LAST DAY TO APPLY!! Don't miss your chance to apply to GenUnity's Andrew Dreyfus Impact Incubator. Apply by MIDNIGHT TONIGHT via LINK IN COMMENTS.

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    ⌛ ONLY TWO WEEKS LEFT TO APPLY!! Have an idea for a community leadership project but, don't know where to start? Apply to our Andrew Dreyfus Impact Incubator by January 10. In this incubator, members will receive year-round support with strategic planning and network building - empowering them to get their projects off the ground. Apply via LINK IN COMMENTS!

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    Come join us next Wednesday, January 15th from 12 - 1pm to learn more about how you can get involved with our Maternal Health Equity Project! Register at bit.ly/vc-maternalhealth

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    Vital CxNs is looking for new partners to join us in our Maternal Health Equity Project! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our second iteration of our initiative aimed at amplifying community voices, spreading information and awareness about diverse birth options, and fostering equitable access to care. We are seeking community-based groups, organizations, and businesses that are passionate about advancing maternal health equity to collaborate with us in this impactful work. You do not need to work in maternal health to apply! Want to learn more about this exciting opportunity and the application process? -Register for our webinar at bit.ly/vc-maternalhealth -Read the Request for Partnership here: https://lnkd.in/eKvnP-Tb A special thank you to The New Commonwealth Fund and Mass General Brigham for their support and commitment to advancing health equity. Together, we are lifting up a new vision for maternal health! Let’s partner to make a difference. #maternalhealth #Healthequity #CommunityImpact

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    Co-Founder & CEO at GenUnity

    This month, I joined the Massachusetts Public Health Alliance board because building healthy, thriving communities requires connecting meaningful community engagement with structural policy changes at a state-level. MPHA has been stewarding this work for generations, and I'm excited to support and advance the mission. If you are considering end of year giving to help build the world you hope to live in, consider supporting MPHA! #publichealth #philanthropy #systemschange

    As 2024 comes to a close, we are reflecting on the progress we’ve made this year toward advancing public health and equity across #MA. From legislative wins to community-driven policy changes, we’re proud of the strides we’ve taken together. But the work is far from done. With 2025 on the horizon, new challenges await—and MPHA is ready to meet them. To do that, we need your support. Here are 4 impactful ways you can help us continue advancing bold, structural change: 1️⃣ Make a one-time gift: Every contribution makes a difference! Donate here: bit.ly/MPHAEndofYearGiving 2️⃣ Join as a sustaining donor: Sign up for monthly contributions to provide ongoing support. 3️⃣ Direct a donation through your donor-advised fund: Recommend MPHA for an end-of-year gift. Learn more: mapublichealth.org/donate/ 4️⃣ Donate stocks: A powerful way to support MPHA while maximizing your impact. Contact us to learn how! Together, we can ensure that every Massachusetts resident has access to the building blocks of good health—regardless of race, income, or zip code. 

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    1,478 followers

    Did you know that 43% of people quit their New Year's Resolutions by the end of January? Like many individuals, you probably have meaningful goals for next year surrounding health and wellness, community involvement, or professional development. Apply now to GenUnity’s Spring ’25 Health Equity or Housing Justice Fellowships and let us be your accountability buddy for those looming resolutions. Through GenUnity’s Fellowships, you’ll meet with a diverse community of mission-driven Greater Boston residents to develop valuable leadership skills, expand your network and promote health and housing equity in your neighborhood or workplace -ensuring you check off a few resolutions by summer. For those interested in getting involved and applying with their own accountability buddy, be sure to submit the application and nomination form VIA LINK IN COMMENTS. We will take care of the rest!

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  • ⌛ ONLY TWO WEEKS LEFT TO APPLY!! Have an idea for a community leadership project but, don't know where to start? Apply to our Andrew Dreyfus Impact Incubator by January 10. In this incubator, members will receive year-round support with strategic planning and network building - empowering them to get their projects off the ground. Apply via LINK IN COMMENTS!

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  • DEADLINE EXTENDED: Are you passionate about tackling inequities in Boston’s healthcare and housing systems? GenUnity’s innovative 10 week Health Equity and Housing Justice Fellowships connect members with a diverse network of fellow Boston-based changemakers and local experts to unpack the systems allowing these issues to persist and collaborate on actionable solutions. Take your first step towards making an impact by applying via LINK IN COMMENTS by our final deadline, January 10, 11:59pm EST.

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  • 📣📣📣DEADLINE EXTENSION ALERT!! Due to increased interest in their Spring ‘25 Fellowship opportunities leading up to their original deadline, GenUnity is accepting applications for their Health Equity and Housing Justice Fellowships until FRIDAY, JANUARY 10, 11:59pm EST. Learn how to make a positive difference and join a community of diverse, passionate changemakers with GenUnity. Currently accepting applications for their Spring ’25 Health Equity and Housing Justice Fellowships, GenUnity's innovative 10 week, 3 hour/week programs equip members with the relationships and skills needed to make an impact: 🤝Learn from a diverse community of individuals with both lived expertise and professional experience in the healthcare or housing fields 💭Develop critical leadership skills such as systems thinking, power mapping, and effective inquiry 🥾Start your community impact journey and promote nondiscriminatory health care or housing practices in your organization/community through the support of our Lifetime Community resources Apply by January 10th via LINK IN COMMENTS!

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