A major shift is happening in which BIPOC leaders are reclaiming rest, and a newly established philanthropic fund seeks to support it. In Washington state, the BIPOC-ED Coalition—a multicultural, cross-sector collective of nonprofit leaders working to promote community wellness and restoration—has committed $1.37M to fund sabbaticals for BIPOC leaders. The coalition’s recent report, Sabbaticals for BIPOC Leaders, describes how the coalition was conceived and provides a roadmap for others to take similar action. Building a Movement of RestRecognizing the power of collective action, more than 150 BIPOC leaders responded to the coalition’s first call to convene in 2020. The Sabbatical Leadership Program launched in 2022 with awards to 32 BIPOC leaders.

Source: CNN March 14, 2023 17:39 UTC