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New Partnership Between the American Heart Association (AHA) and Robert Wood Johnson (RWJF) Aims to Curb Obesity

New Partnership Aims to Curb Childhood Obesity by 2015

Education Week, Bryan Toporek, 11/16/2012 

A new collaborative effort announced Thursday between the…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on November 22, 2012 at 3:59pm — No Comments

The Future Project seeks extraordinary Project Panelists for Dream Day II !

Dear GNH Community & Friends:
 
I hope this note finds you well!  The Future Project is seeking extraordinary and diverse Project Panelists for an exciting event called: Dream Day II from 1 - 5 p.m. on Saturday, December 8th, 2012!  (Location TBA)
 
The Future Project is an educational initiative and inspirational movement of young people…
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Added by Sarah Tankoos on November 21, 2012 at 8:00am — No Comments

Job opening for Administrative Assistant at The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven

Reports To:  Director of Grants and Scholarships

 

Position Summary:

This position supports the Foundation’s scholarship program, the neighborhood leadership training and grantmaking program as well as other responsibilities as assigned.

Core Responsibilities:

•  The AA will be part of, and support, a team of grantmaking professionals in the execution of department goals;

•  The AA will provide service to…

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Added by Lee Cruz on November 21, 2012 at 5:14am — No Comments

Holder-Winfield Forming Exploratory Committee - by Paul Bass

By Paul Bass | Nov 11, 2012 11:37 am - Posted to: City Hall, Campaign 2013, School Reform

 “We encourage you to read this NHI article in its entirety and --if you can afford the time-- read…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on November 18, 2012 at 6:06pm — No Comments

The GNH Community Foundation & The Graustein Foundation Provide Seed Money for a GREAT Cause

AMEN & Halleluiah! Imagine what could happen if this became a trend!

“Varick Readies New School, New Sanctuary & New Housing.”

by Allan Appel | Nov 12, 2012 11:33 am  Post a Comment |…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on November 12, 2012 at 7:38pm — No Comments

What Is Typical Forgetfulness? What Are Reasons for Concern? November Is Alzheimer's Awareness Month

What's Typical Forgetfulness? What Are Reason for Concern?

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness and Education Month

Learn more about Alzheimer's on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2012 - starting at 6:30 pm - Transition Center - Ives Main Library in New Haven

Maria Tomasetti, director of the South Central Regional…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on November 10, 2012 at 10:52am — No Comments

Many Hispanics Have Heart Disease Risk Factors: Men - High Cholesterol, Women - Obesity

Many U.S. Hispanics Have Heart Disease Risk Factors

Many U.S. Hispanics Have Heart Disease Risk Factors

HealthDay, 11/05/2012

Many Hispanic adults in the United States have major risk factors for cardiovascular disease, a new study…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on November 8, 2012 at 9:48am — No Comments

Thanks for the Welcome message and tips Lee!

I'm still learning the Art of Connecting. Reclusive by nature, but a lover of Community and Humanity, and am always willing to help.

Added by Simone A Mason, PhD on November 3, 2012 at 8:45am — No Comments

Applications being accepted to host a Yale Fellow this summer

Yale University seeks placements from nonprofit and public sector agencies in the City of New Haven for the 2013 President's Public Service Fellowship. President Richard Levin created the Fellowship in 1994 as part of the University’s partnership with the City and citizens of New Haven.  More than 400 Yale University undergraduate, graduate, and professional students have contributed close to 200,000 hours of community service to New Haven nonprofit and public sector agencies as President’s…

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Added by Karen King on November 1, 2012 at 9:31am — No Comments

October is Breast Cancer and Health Literacy Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer & Health Literacy Awareness Month.

We Encourage Our Viewers to Take This Opportunity to Learn All You Can About the Anatomy of the Breast & How Cancer is Staged.

OneWorld has provided a wealth of information from some of the best resources available.  It is free and reliable information.…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 26, 2012 at 6:09am — No Comments

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven seeks Knowledge Officer

REVISED 10/19/12

 

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, the region's largest grantmaker, is seeking a qualified candidate for a professional position in the Grantmaking and Strategy Department. The Community Foundation’s mission is to create positive and sustainable change in Greater New Haven by increasing the amount of and enhancing the impact of community philanthropy. The deadline for applications is November 9,…

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Added by Lee Cruz on October 19, 2012 at 7:29am — No Comments

HIV is 24th Leading Cause of Death for Whites - 9th Leading Cause of Death for Blacks

HIV Death Rates Fall, But Disparities Remain: Study

Reuters
, Andrew Seaman, 10/10/2012



New drug treatments have dramatically improved survival for…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 17, 2012 at 8:00am — No Comments

Study Demonstrates the Dangers of Second-Hand Smoke to Children

When Adults Smoke in Cars, Child Passengers Suffer: Study

HealthDay, 10/16/2012

Smoking in cars produces levels of…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 17, 2012 at 7:28am — No Comments

Ready to make a difference in your community?

HAVE YOU HAD ENOUGH OF TALKING ABOUT THE ISSUES??

ARE YOU READY TO DO SOMETHING ABOUT THEM?

ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE????

Christian Community Action, Inc.’s

Advocacy & Education Project…

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Added by Merryl Eaton on October 16, 2012 at 8:12am — No Comments

October is Breast Cancer Awareness and Education Month - Get Informed!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness and Education Month.  It is also the month for Health Literacy. However, we at OneWorld believe that every day is the right day for Health Literacy and Breast Cancer Education. OneWorld has a more extensive posting for all women on our regular web blog page at: http://oneworldpi.org/blog/archives/1276

By October 21,…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 13, 2012 at 2:35pm — No Comments

RWJF News Digest: Childhood Obesity - A Variety of Resources about Childhood Obesity

Colorado Tries to Keep Kids on Healthy Track 

USA Today, Kelly Kennedy, 10/03/2012 This frequently updated news digest on the subject of Childhood Obesity…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 12, 2012 at 4:34pm — No Comments

Many People Are Working On The Obesity Problem In The Black and Hispanic Communities

Education about Obesity Needs to Start with Parents, Community Organizations and Schools.

It would help greatly if more Churches substitute fruits and veggies for danish, bagels and muffins.…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 12, 2012 at 2:31pm — No Comments

Eighteen-month-old Shot in Cross-fire. Where is the Community Indignation to End The Violence?

The undersigned are members of Community Healing Network - based in New Haven.
 
Dear Friends:
A few days ago, a little boy, just one and a half years old, was the victim of a drive-by shooting in New…
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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 12, 2012 at 11:01am — No Comments

The Next Generation of Manhood - A Call to Action Against Domestic Violence

 OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS & PREVENTION MONTH.

A Call To Men has produced a powerful and informative PSA titled: The Next Generation of Manhood.

OneWorld Progressive Institute (OneWorld) invites you to watch this 2 mins 9 secs…
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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 9, 2012 at 7:18am — No Comments

The Community Healing Network Invites You to Defy The Lie and Embrace the Truth

Dear Friends:

We are counting down to the fifth annual celebration of Community Healing Days on October 19, 20, and 21. This year, Community Healing Network and the Association of Black Psychologists are coming together to call on Black people everywhere to make a personal commitment to emotional wellness by taking the…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 8, 2012 at 7:58am — No Comments

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Nadia Villagrán Named to Lead Rural LISC, Fuel New Investments in Housing, Economic Development, Jobs

With deep personal and professional experience in rural community development, Villagrán, a veteran LISC staffer, will build on nearly 30 years of Rural LISC investments in affordable housing, workforce development, economic growth and culture.

LISC & Enterprise to Launch New Book on Community Development & Climate Resilience

Next month, LISC and Enterprise Community Partners will release “What’s Possible: Investing NOW for Prosperous, Sustainable Neighborhoods,” an urgent collection of essays on the intersection of community development and climate resilience.

“You Will Not Be Alone”: LISC + Verizon Provide Lifeline for Entrepreneurs New to U.S.

Drawing on their Argentinian heritage and family legacy as purveyors of fine sausages, Federico Etchechoury and his brother Martín brought their craft to the U.S. where they opened WeARGourment in suburban Atlanta. They soon found that starting a business in a new country is full of challenges. Thankfully, the Etchechoury brothers discovered Verizon Small Business Digital Ready, a free learning platform offering courses and one-on-one consulting in English and Spanish. Watch their story!

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