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6.14.25 Inclusive Strategies proud partner of The Collective Polo Match VIP Experience! Enjoyed the moments in-between c...
06/19/2025

6.14.25 Inclusive Strategies proud partner of The Collective Polo Match VIP Experience!

Enjoyed the moments in-between chukkers and
Half time Tradition of Polo Divot Stomping!

Curated Collective, Elevated Encounters! Thank you to Tony Pettaway and all our partners!

We are being intentional with our collective power by showcasing not only our work but our strength in #’s!





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6.12.25 Proud of Equity in the 413 Addressing specific ways to identify, interrupt and act on our local regional nee...
06/14/2025

6.12.25 Proud of Equity in the 413 Addressing specific ways to identify, interrupt and act on our local regional needs. Allowing myself to hear different perspectives, learn about other facilitation styles and recommendations to creating fair environments was a way of “Soulcare”. Borrowed word from the Sound bath session with Maria Del Carmen. Thank you Community Foundation, Brittany, the planning team, Keynote Surilda Summers McGee, and my community change makers who kept me reflecting, laughing and enjoying the learning.

Inclusive Strategies, LLC Pledge & Badge earned through attendance. Proud to support my Communtiy!

WeLEAD TogetHER! 🙌🏽Thank you Women’s Fund of Western Massachusetts for the opportunity to build community and lift our ...
06/02/2025

WeLEAD TogetHER! 🙌🏽Thank you Women’s Fund of Western Massachusetts for the opportunity to build community and lift our narratives of resilience and leadership. It was inspiring to facilitate and learn how redefine “success”! Special thank you to Vanessa Pabón-Hernandez for supporting local entrepreneurs like me and Amihan Matias for co-facilitating. I walked away inspired and elevated.

Thank you sponsors: MassMutual Foundation and Access Strategies.

6.2.25 Carribbean American Heritage Month 2025 Flag Raising Ceremony, Springfield, MA. Celebrating Spirit, Strength and ...
06/02/2025

6.2.25 Carribbean American Heritage Month 2025 Flag Raising Ceremony, Springfield, MA. Celebrating Spirit, Strength and Stories of Carribbean people! We are ONE! 🇦🇬🇧🇸🇧🇧🇨🇺🇩🇴🇬🇩🇭🇹🇯🇲🇱🇨🇹🇹🇧🇿🇵🇷+

What a beautiful day to celebrating Asjha! Our Graduate! Watching you grow alongside Lorenzo and chase your dreams in Ba...
05/24/2025

What a beautiful day to celebrating Asjha! Our Graduate!

Watching you grow alongside Lorenzo and chase your dreams in Bachelor of Science in Biology with a double minor in chemistry and public health has been inspirational. You didn’t just follow a path; you created your own.You thought carefully about what mattered most to you and your family, and you stayed true to yourself every step of the way.

I watched you get into those special summer Harvard programs during high school and laboratory internships during your undergrad, to learning deeply about science, biology, women’s rights and reproductive justice; you’ve shown such strength, focus, curiosity, humility and heart. Your passion for helping others, especially in the area of women’s reproductive health, is something truly special. I hope that making your favorite breakfast to help you start your day or your favorite dinners to get you through your homework was enough to remind you how much we love you!

I am so proud of you, not just of what you’ve achieved, but of who you are. A smart, kind, determined woman who is ready to make a difference. You did it! And I know this is just the beginning of all the wonderful things you will do.

With all my love and admiration,
Your proud Momma in law

Dr. Yves Salomon-Fernandez, President of Urban College of Boston, a 2024 Boston Business Journal Power Leader, and frien...
05/15/2025

Dr. Yves Salomon-Fernandez, President of Urban College of Boston, a 2024 Boston Business Journal Power Leader, and friend, delivers a deeply personal and inspiring TedxBabsonBabsoCollege Talk “Unlocking Individual Potential” I felt so many connections to my own experiences and inspiration on how she reframes risk-taking and setbacks as critical steps to unlocking potential. I have watched Dr. Yves navigate and breakthrough spaces and she activates a chain reaction to contribute to societal transformation.

Gracias! Reconnecting with you this year had a purpose and I’m seeing it. Thank you for sharing your story with a global audience. Yves Salomon-Fernández, Ph.D. Take a moment to listen! 🎤

Today was a historic and heartwarming event at HCC campus as we witnessed the oath and pinning ceremony of the very firs...
05/06/2025

Today was a historic and heartwarming event at HCC campus as we witnessed the oath and pinning ceremony of the very first Latina, female Chief of Police — Chief Robles!

A heartfelt thank you to President Timmons, VP of people, culture, and equity Dr. Washington, the leadership team, campus police department officers, dedicated faculty, staff, students, and the broader community for coming together to make this day unforgettable for our whole family!

From the beautifully curated speeches that honored equity, leadership, Chief Robles humanity & humor to the cultural touch of the Puerto Rican cuarto playing during the procession, and the deliciously authentic food — every detail reflected deep respect and celebration of heritage, strength, and community.

Chief Robles, known for her fierce leadership, wit, love for karaoke, and living her Wonder Woman life daily, was truly honored today — and she gave us all a reason to smile, laugh, and feel inspired.

The ROBLES family extends their deepest gratitude to everyone who shared in this milestone moment — especially Former Chief Livingston (for providing. Succession plan), Central HS with the Presentation of Colors, Mayor Garcia, Chief Keenan, student senate president Heredia, Chief Barrows from Bunker Hill CC for his mentoring, our esteemed legislators Senator Gomez, Representative Ramos, and campus community.

Surprise moment: The Puerto Rican Parade committee announced Chief Robles as the 2025 Civil Service Ambassador for the upcoming September 14th celebration — an honor well deserved!

Here’s to Chief Robles — a trailblazer, a role model, and a powerful symbol of what it means to lead with heart, humor, heritage and integrity!

¡Felicidades, Chief!

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She’s my AUNT! T**i (auntie in Spanish) will be taking the Oath to assume her role as The new Executive Director of Comm...
04/15/2025

She’s my AUNT! T**i (auntie in Spanish) will be taking the Oath to assume her role as The new Executive Director of Community Safety/Chief of Police at My Abuela Lola is smiling down from heaven knowing her youngest of 13 has dedicated her career to service. Sgt. Robles soon to be Chief Robles is the first Latinx and first woman to hold this post. Help me in wishing her success in this new appointment on May 5th.

Sgt. Robles, who also comes from a family of police officers, has dedicated her career to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for diverse communities. Her leadership at HCC for over 22 years is a testimony of her steadfastness and commitment to the institution and the people she serves. Through her leadership at HCC, Sgt. Robles will further strengthen the college’s new commitment to community policing, creating an atmosphere where students, employees, guests, and friends of the college feel supported and secure.

Sgt. Robles began her career in safety and security in January 2001 in Springfield before joining the law enforcement community and Holyoke Community College Police Department in November 2002 as a patrol officer. In 2016, Robles was promoted to Sergeant with the HCC Police Department where she supervised police officers, deputies from the Hampden County Sheriff’s Office, Institutional Security Officers (ISOs), Parking Lot Attendants, and administrative dispatchers. She developed long-term operational strategic plans that align with the college’s goals.

Sgt. Robles graduated from in May 1997 with an associate degree in Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement. She has also advanced herself with numerous training certifications and merit awards throughout her professional career. Sgt. Robles model and command presence and leadership through being a role model to many individuals, and becoming the first Latina woman Chief of Police at Holyoke Community College.

Volunteering my time as a judge for Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll) was an incredible experience that truly reignited...
04/02/2025

Volunteering my time as a judge for Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll) was an incredible experience that truly reignited my entrepreneurial passion! EforAll provides essential business training, mentoring, and networking to support entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey.

I left feeling inspired after hearing from four amazing businesses that pitched their ideas:

1. The Giving Tree Traveling Closet
2. Zenith Oasis
3. All About You Freight
4. Divided Pie

A big high five ✋ to my fellow panelists for their thoughtful, fun, and guiding questions!
Dorian Guidi Paul Accorsi Kate Lawless and Jay Kozaki!

Can’t wait to see these entrepreneurs continue to grow and thrive!

EforAll

Libertas Academy Charter School is a living dream become a reality for Mr. Modesto Montero. I am so grateful for John Da...
03/06/2025

Libertas Academy Charter School is a living dream become a reality for Mr. Modesto Montero. I am so grateful for John Davis for introducing us. You did it!!!

Almost a decade later, I get to see the new building, witness the growth in grade levels and have the blessing to mentor a Senior Scholar student. Yesterday hearing students Legacy projects was inspiring. Congratulations to my mentee Gabriela who got accepted into Mass College of Pharmacy and Health with a Deans Scholarship and a scholarship from local entrepreneurs.



Congratulations to all the mentees, mentors and Libertas Academy staff. Bravo!!!

Inaugural Mentors pictured:

Waleska Lugo-DeJesús
Atty. Hector Zavala
Dr. Gregory Todd
Johanna Rodriguez
Ellen Moorehouse

International Women’s Day Event Invitation: 3.7.25 5pm Bomba de Aqui is directed by Brendaliz Cepeda and Saul Peñaloza. ...
03/05/2025

International Women’s Day Event Invitation: 3.7.25 5pm Bomba de Aqui is directed by Brendaliz Cepeda and Saul Peñaloza. I am grateful to be recognized by Las Mujeres de Bomba alongside other inspirational women impacting our communities on Friday, March 7th at 1295 Liberty Street, Springfield.

Bomba De Aqui is an Afro-Puerto Rican percussion-driven music that is accompanied with a dance symbolizing resistance. Enjoy the video clipped captured during the closing ceremony of Salsa Sal Pá Fuera 2024 season.

Tickets $30 includes Bomba De Aqui membership to attend future lessons and workshops.

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