CEF Stories
![The Racial Wealth Gap Within the LGBTQ Community](https://communityempowermentfund.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/IMG_8590-500x500.png)
A collaborative effort between CEF Staff and Summer ‘24 Interns As CEF wraps up our yearly observation of PRIDE month, it’s vital to acknowledge that economic disparities persist for the LGBTQIA+ community, exacerbated by discrimination in employment, housing, and healthcare. It is most crucial to acknowledge the intersecting economic challenges faced by LGBTQ people of […]
![When I reflect on my work in this role at CEF, I draw energy and renewal from our person-centered approach. Our primary focus is on the individual, regardless of who they are or what they bring to the table. This person-centered ethos resonates deeply with me, especially in my interactions with Members and Advocates.](https://communityempowermentfund.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Chloe.png)
When I reflect on my work in this role at CEF, I draw energy and renewal from our person-centered approach. Our primary focus is on the individual, regardless of who they are or what they bring to the table. This person-centered ethos resonates deeply with me, especially in my interactions with Members and Advocates.
![Intern Applications](https://communityempowermentfund.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/image-500x500.png)
CEF Chapel Hill is offering both full and part time internship positions for our 10 week summer program. Interns will complete a training “boot camp” and therefore no prior experience with our organization is required to apply. A great applicant for this position would be someone who is committed to anti-racism and housing first efforts, […]
![CEF Holiday Party](https://communityempowermentfund.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/CEF-Holiday-Party-23-Flier-1-500x500.png)
![CEF Staff Highlight: Sophia Thayer](https://communityempowermentfund.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/sophia-headshot-485x500.jpg)
Meet Sophia! Member Services Coordinator Sophia Thayer, Member Services Coordinator (Durham) Your Role: In your own words, how would you describe the work you do at the CEF and why is it important? As the Member Services Coordinator for the Durham office, I work alongside Members and external community partners and service providers, as well […]