Those are great ideas, thank you! Especially since something written can be translated to multiple languages as well (which also helps reduce barriers) ;)
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Sent: 06-17-2025 07:02 PM
From: Kassidi Jones
Subject: Community Conversations - 6/16/2025 - The Impossible Dog Mom
Thanks for the question, Alycia!
It's really difficult to cover these massive topics in quick conversations, especially while people are in heightened emotional states (which is very frequently, in the animal welfare industry). I think offering people brief write ups in accessible language can help open people up to new ideas. It's what I've tried to do with many of my Instagram posts, and feel free to share what I've already written. But it may be worth putting together a one-pager, or even a zine (that's something I've always wanted to do!) that gives less-intimidating entry points to these complicated topics. You could even have an FAQ section since many of the criticisms of these kinds of initiatives tend to be the same. Kudos to your organization and your new director! If I can be helpful in any way, you can shoot me an email and info@gingers-naps.com.
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Kassidi Jones
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Ginger's Naps LLC
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Sent: 06-16-2025 05:50 PM
From: Maddie's Pet Forum Admin
Subject: Community Conversations - 6/16/2025 - The Impossible Dog Mom
Unanswered question from the chat:
"We have a new director that is lifting barriers to adoption and implementing a more conversational approach to take with potential adopters. I think it is amazing, but there has been major blowback on the 'lack of research done' for potential adopters. Do you have any tips for talking to the benefits of reducing these barriers and where the history of the barriers is coming from?" - @Alycia Norton
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Sent: 06-12-2025 12:27 PM
From: Maddie's Pet Forum Admin
Subject: Community Conversations - 6/16/2025 - The Impossible Dog Mom
Updated 6/16/25 at 2:44 pm - Recording now available!
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