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brookh.bsky.social
Data Worker | Organizer | School Board Trustee | Activist | Knitter | Gardener | Canner | Michigander | She/Her *All views and opinions expressed are my own* https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooklhansen/
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I got laid off today, with the rest of 18F. 18F was an elite federal software shop. We made gov't websites work better, more efficiently for the American people. We saved taxpayers from getting screwed over by contractors. And were fired for it. We made this website to tell our story: 18f.org

Swatching in my #HobonichiWeeks. #Mildliner #Tombow

Journaling more this year has helped me come to terms with some hard truths: You can’t be friends with a narcissist. And if you didn’t realize they were one, that’s not your fault—narcissists are often charming and manipulative at first, making it hard to see their true nature until it’s too late.

Buldak spicy is no joke! 🔥🥵🔥

Advocacy should never be about notoriety—it’s not about you. It’s about the people and the cause you’re fighting for. Stay focused, stay humble, and keep pushing for real change. #PeopleOverEgo #Organizing #CommunityPower #FightForChange

America’s unions stand in solidarity with all federal workers ✊

www.chalkbeat.org/detroit/2025...

Small win today. Getting my foot in the door to advocate for Data Workers! Data work is real work and workers deserve fair and ethical treatment. #datawork #ethicalAI #DigitalLabor

Very proud of my AASA team for putting together the most comprehensive set of resources on immigration for school district personnel that you can find anywhere. Scroll down to see all the internal and external resources here: www.aasa.org/resources/re...

This is what the government did with 120K+ Japanese Americans in 1942. I know. I was there in those camps.

Migrant detention facility???? Don't you mean Concentration Camp?!? I can't believe this is happening!

"This administration believes that birthright citizenship is unconstitutional." Hmmm, explain to me how the Constitution is unconstitutional 🤦‍♀️

Yesterday 25% of field workers didn’t show up for work in Central California (which produces 25% of our food) for fear of ICE Raids. Today it was 75%… Enjoy those grocery prices. 😎✨

I appreciate how @geoplace.bsky.social and @towardsfairwork.bsky.social actively apply their research to drive change. Research alone accomplishes little; it's the application that makes a difference.

With the rollback of Title IX, I am so thankful that we have the Elliott Larsen Civil Rights Act in Michigan.

Let’s start a BlueSky follow train! Cuz in the Sky we all fam! Share this and follow everyone that follows you!

Want to stop tech oligarchs from building data centers that drive up your utility bills? RSVP for a webinar with experts like @beninskeep.bsky.social and @goodjobsfirst.org us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Musk is still vibin with Aspie Supremacy continuing his “aspergers” diagnosis that was removed from the DSM in 2013. Are we surprised the man that thinks he’s got the “better” autism diagnosis acts like this? (1/2)

"The pardons include the men who viciously beat DC police officer Michael Fanone and pepper-sprayed US Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick, who died the next day."

Cleansing your feed with my baby Gizmo. #cats

This!!! 👇👇👇👇 I am so tired of all the research about the mistreatment of data workers that does nothing to solve the issue. All it does is get the researchers their PhD.

Waiting to hear what the excuse is for that salute 😮

I'm not a planner girly, but TikTok has me convinced I could be. Giving the #Hobonichi Weeks a shot this year.

Wanna organize a chapter in your city? Learn about TWC’s overall structure, how folks usually start a chapter, & how to do some analysis of the conditions in your city to set strategy. 🗓️ Tues, Dec 3rd 📍 bit.ly/twcchapter101 ⏰ 9:00 AM PST / 12 Noon EST / 6:00 PM CET

Should kids use #AI for homework? This BBC article explores the benefits & challenges of using AI for assignments. Teaching kids how to use AI responsibly is key to fostering critical thinking & independence. #EduSky #AIEthics #Parenting #OnlineSafety #DigitalParenting www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/a...

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Mijente is hosting a Deportation Defense Series: Skill Up + Crew Up, a 3-part virtual series on deportation defense on December 10th, 13th, and 16th. us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Great funding opportunity for anyone studying AI and Labor from Equitable Growth: equitablegrowth.org/research-pap...

So much for checks and balances...

Just watched a talk on the mistreatment of Data Workers. It's a misconception that US workers are better off because they're paid more. When you factor in cost & standard of living differences, higher pay doesn't always mean a better life. Time to rethink how we assess worker well-being globally.

The incoming Trump presidency will mean a new wave of repression, handouts to billionaires, and attacks on workers. Join us on Tuesday, Nov 19th 5pm PT/8pm ET to learn what this election means for the tech industry and worker power. Register @ bit.ly/techorganizi...

"Donald Trump is a union-buster and a scab, and does not have workers’ interests in mind—Project 2025 and a Republican trifecta will be disastrous for union members and for all working people." labornotes.org/2024/11/view...

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Heading to Lansing tomorrow for the MASB Government Relations Committee meeting! Looking forward to discussing and advocating for impactful education legislation at the state level. Let’s keep working to support our schools, educators, and students across Michigan!