Quote from Edgar Villanueva reads: We are not powerless. We are not without hope. This work is more than transactional. It is more than just numbers on a page. There is fundamentally a spiritual renewal and awakening. … We’re all in this together — your success is tied to my success.
Quote from Vanessa Roanhorse reads: The world has fundamentally shifted. We are out of time for being indecisive. … Let’s work harder, bridge those gaps, and let’s move those resources. This is the call to action: Build relationship, build kinship, walk away with what you need. Find a way through.
Quote from Jim Sorenson reads: This isn’t someone else’s responsibility — it is ours. Be bold, take risks, collaborate in ways that might feel uncomfortable but are absolutely necessary. Let’s look back at this time and say, ‘This is when words became action.’
These powerful insights from the #SOCAP25 Opening Ceremony are the energy we are bringing into the new year. 👏⚡️
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