Photo Credit: Zawdie G. You may have happened upon this site and wondered,  “Am I a social justice advocate?”  Your answer may have been an easy “Yes” or “No,” depending on your line of work.  But being a social justice advocate is not just about our daily grind. It’s not just about traditional forms of…

Photo Credit: R.A. Wilkinson We need to get outside for our own good! Social-science research shows that our well-being is multidimensional. It encompasses emotional, physical, occupational, intellectual, social, and spiritual aspects of our lives and is a continuous process. Many of us are fueled to do social justice work because of its social, emotional, and…

Yes, the pandemic and the Great Resignation resulted in a national conversation about burnout. But the discussion was well overdue and has brought to light our burnout battles at work and in our communities. Now, with the changing political and financial landscapes, these issues are becoming even more critical. Social justice leaders and workers are…

Retreat to Advance: Three Ways to Pause for Your Cause (Part 2 of 2) Photo credit: Rachel A. Wilkinson For today’s social-justice seeker, there are three types of retreats that can deepen our commitment, sharpen our resolve, and sustain our will to fight. Organizational Retreat. The organizational retreat, done well, can lead us to a…

Retreat to Advance: The Importance of Pausing   (Part 1 of 2) Photo credit: Rachel A. Wilkinson As social justice warriors battling on many fronts, we sometimes forget the importance of pausing to reflect, refocus, and recharge. Indeed, it may seem unwise in the midst of a great challenge to spend time on anything else. But…