Margaret Sullivan 

Monday, October 26, 2020

Brookings Institute Blog: Place Making Post Cards

The economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed both the fragility of our…

When neighbors come together to effectively advocate, they can transform blighted urban areas into healthy public spaces. This is one of the important lessons from“How infrastructure improvements can aid inclusive…

You deserve some fun. Rock with Nunz n Pepin from the comfort of your couch at a *FREE* virtual concert on Friday, November 6. Join us for some classic rock and soul. Win a raffle prize!

Register for your FREE ticket today.…

Elm City Montessori School is seeking a new Operations Manager. The Operations Manager supports the day-to-day operations of the school with responsibilities in three primary areas: finances, human resources, and operations. Please share with your networks and encourage anyone you think could be a strong fit for this role to submit their application here:…

Organization

The International Festival of Arts & Ideas (Festival) celebrates and builds community, engages with vital issues, and promotes the arts. Each year, the Festival highlights the City of New Haven’s diverse and culturally rich community with events featuring world-class artists, thinkers, and leaders. Its additional programs include the annual Visionary Leadership Award and educational opportunities like the High…

20 assorted office chairs, free for the taking - one, some, or all.    New/good condition.  Close to New Haven.  Contact Jackie Downing at jdowning@cfgnh.org if interested. 

The latest article in the Connecticut Mirror’s, A Better Deal, examines how COVID presents fresh challenges for prisoners re-entering society, but also new opportunities.   

From the article:

While the pandemic has posed extraordinary obstacles, some advocates say their new methods could continue in a post-COVID-19…

We are excited to announce that EMERGE is creating a Restorative Food Justice Program as a part of our support services! When people leave prison, they are disproportionately affected by food insecurity, due to poor economic opportunity and inequitable food access. This program will teach skills such as gardening,…

I am not OK

From the CT Mirror:

It’s no secret the pandemic has hit Connecticut’s economy hard. It’s also no secret that the COVID shutdown has hit the state’s black and latino communities the hardest.

Pre-pandemic, there were some more signs of life in Connecticut’s cities – especially in downtown areas, but those gains weren’t always felt in the neighborhoods. City residents have been saying this to political leaders for decades, and still, little was being done.

The CT Mirror’s…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) took has unprecedented action on September 1 by issuing a temporary national moratorium on most evictions for nonpayment of rent to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. Citing the historic threat to public health posed by coronavirus, the CDC declared that an eviction moratorium would help ensure people are able to practice social distancing and comply with stay at home orders.  The moratorium took effect September 4 and last until…

People with disabilities are — first and foremost — people. People with disabilities are people who have individual abilities, interests and needs. For the most part, they are ordinary individuals seeking to live ordinary lives. People with disabilities are moms, dads, sons, daughters, sisters, brothers, friends, neighbors, coworkers, students and teachers.  About 54 million Americans — one out of every five individuals — have a disability. Their contributions enrich our communities…

Below are dates, times and locations for FREE COVID testing in New Haven.

• Whalley Commons, 1471 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, October 5, 7 & 12, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
• New Haven Green, Northwest Corner @ Temple & Elm Streets October 6, 13 & 17, 8:30 am - 4:00…

By Galina Angarova

Sain Bainaa, Hundete Nuheduut/ Greetings dear friends. My name is Galina Angarova and I come from the Ekhirit Nation of the Buryat Peoples in Siberia. I was born and raised in a traditional community where storytelling, ceremonies, communicating with the land and our ancestors was part of our daily lives. Before my work in philanthropy and fundraising, I was an on-the-ground organizer who relied on philanthropy to resource…