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ALICE WALKER - ONEWORLD'S FEB. 9, 2014 BHM HONOREE
Happy Birthday Alice Malsenior Walker – 70 years young on this Feb. 9, 2014, and today’s OneWorld Black History Month Honoree. Alice Walker is a gift to America.
Alice Walker is an African-American, Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist, poet and feminist, best known to the American public as the author of The Color Purple. Alice Walker, a committed civil rights activist, has done a great deal more than pen a…
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OneWorld Honors Remarkable Contributors for Black History Month
Throughout the month of February 2014, OneWorld will post various information in honor of black people who have made various contributions and inspired many. Of course, we will only scratch the surface; however, we hope to shine a light on some that might not be as well known.
We will list our post in reverse order with the latest listed first.
Our Feb 5, 2014…
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Health Literacy: STD's Inflict Significant Human and Economic Costs
Health Literacy: Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD's) Inflict Significant Human and Economic Costs. It is important to understand STD’s and their transmission and take appropriate precautions. The CDC has released an STD report for 2012 - the year for which the latest figures are available.
- STDs are a significant health challenge facing the United States. CDC estimates that nearly 20 million new…
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Act NOW to Get Health Care Coverage by March 1, 2014
Act Now to Get Health Care Coverage by March 1, 2014.
Under the new Health Care Reform law, just about everyone will be required to have health care coverage in 2014. Be sure to enroll by January 23 so your coverage begins no later than on March 1, 2014. You could get the financial protection you need and avoid a potential tax penalty.
Remember, it…
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Education Agenda - Unrealistic Expectations and Lack of Personal Responsibility Have Built-In Failures
OneWorld's EDUCATION AGENDA: Unrealistic Expectations and Lack of Personal Responsibility Have Built-In Failures
In the short ConnCAN video presentation linked in this blog the parents are all voicing their expectations of “Super Mayor” Toni Harp; they are telling what she should do to ensure their children’s education and future success in…
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Gates Foundation Holds Teachers' Union & School District Accountable for $40M Grant!
ONEWORLD'S EDUCATION AGENDA:…
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Get ACA Sign-Up Help Jan. 11, 2014 - 10AM- Hill Health Center
Jan. 11, 2014 from 10:00am to 3:00pm - at Hill Health Center, 428 Columbus Ave, New Haven
Get Help Signing Up for the Affordable Care Act. Watch short video linked below; learn about the benefits of health coverage under the ACA.
- The City of New Haven Health Department AND Access Health Connecticut is offering free enrollment assistance at the Hill Health Center, 428…
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Meet New Haven’s New Mayor, Toni Harp. The Gender Ceiling Is Broken - OneWorld's Civic Engagement
A OneWorld Progressive Institute’s CIVIC ENGAGEMENT Program
Meet New Haven’s Mayor- Toni Harp; the first female mayor in New Haven’s 375 year history, and the second African American to occupy the office. John Daniels was the first in 1989.
The glass ceiling has been broken in a major way. Share Mayor-elect Harp's interview with your children; it is truly…
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Parent 411 #2 - The Right to A Public Education Is In The CT Constitution
Parent 411- #2: The Right to A Public Education Is In The CT Constitution
Attorneys Ann-Marie…
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Black Male Student-Athletes And POOR Educational Outcomes
Black Male Student-Athletes and Racial Inequities in NCAA Division I College Sports
BY SHAUN R. HARPER, COLLIN D. WILLIAMS JR., AND HORATIO W. BLACKMAN
The big dream of fame, fortune and lots of money in professional sports will materialize for about 2 percent of those who cherish that dream, and even less for those who have sacrificed getting a good education to focus mainly on sports. We see…
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Be Alert to Incidence of Domestic Abuse & Related Health Problems
The Holiday Season IS SUPPOSED TO BE A TIME OF JOY AND CELEBRATION. For many it is also a time of added stress . DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROLIFERATES DURING AND AFTER HOLIDAYS.
Please be alert and watchful for signs of DOMESTIC VIOLENCE among loved ones. Make the connection between a history of past Domestic Abuse and current chronic health problems.
“Verizon Foundation and…
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Marvin Gaye 3rd - One Of 95K Americans Who NEEDS A Kidney Transplant
Marvin Gaye III Needs a Kidney Transplant | News | BET
www.bet.com/news/.../marvin-gaye-iii-needs-a-kidney-transplant.html
Like many young…
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Parents CAN Reduce Suspensions & Expulsions In CT Public Schools
OneWorld’s Education Agenda – Nov. 22, 2013
Parents CAN Reduce Suspensions & Expulsions In CT Public Schools by keeping up with what is happening to their children in school; by developing a cooperative team with teachers, and by holding students accountable.
“Parents Role in Reducing Suspensions & Expulsions In CT Public Schools”…
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Epilepsy Is Not A Mental Illness; It Is A Medical Condition
Epilepsy Is Not A Mental Illness; It Is A Medical Condition - See OneWorld Blog Post & Videos http://oneworldpi.org/blog/archives/1743
WHAT CAUSES EPILEPSY? WHO IS AFFECTED? HOW IS IT DIAGNOSED AND TREATED? TEN TRUTHS ABOUT EPILEPSY! We at OneWorld ask you to share this posting and encourage anyone you know who…
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Diabetes & Health Education: Inches and Pounds Matter
November is Diabetes Awareness Month – Diabetes Is More Than A Little Sugar
When It Comes to Diabetes Inches and Pounds Do Matter Greatly. As we focus more acutely on the health and well-being of our citizens, we at OneWorld encourage diabetics and their loved ones to learn all that you can about this debilitating disease and entreat you to take proactive steps to reduce its effects on vital body…
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Addressing Five Stereotypes About Poor Families and Education
EDUCATION / CIVIC ENGAGEMENT / PUBLIC GOOD
There are 5 main stereotypes that are common about poor people and education. The article linked below addresses them and their effects on teachers and on students. We highly recommend the article.
- Stereotype 1: Poor People Do Not Value Education
- Stereotype 2: Poor People Are…
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EDUCATION: Drop in 3RD Grade Test Scores Connected to Demographics
ONEWORLD'S EDUCATION AGENDA: DROP IN 3RD GRADE TEST SCORES CONNECTED TO DEMOGRAPHICS!!!
Thanks to the NHI for another VERY enlightening article. Please read the entire article linked here. We have copied the sections below to be highlighted because the information provided by those interviewed, even though coded (somewhat), provides very important information for parents, teachers, education advocates, PTAs, education…
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Health Literacy: 13 Mental Health Benefits of Exercise
OneWorld Progressive Institute's Health Literacy #1 – Oct. 25, 2013
13 Mental Health Benefits Of Exercise - Huffington Post - By Sophia Breene
OneWorld has done the hard work for you; we have selected the title of each of the 13 benefits and listed them below. To get the details of each benefit, please click the…
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Common Core State Standards Initiatives: Myths Vs Facts
EDUCATION AGENDA OCT 24, 2013 - COMMON CORE STATE STANDARDS INITIATIVES: MYTHS Vs FACTS
Forty-five states, the District of Columbia, four territories, and the Department of Defense Education Activity have adopted the Common Core State Standards.
In this posting we bring you a documentation of the popular…
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EDUCATION AGENDA - TOC & YOUTH UNLEASHED LISTENING TOUR - NOV. 2, 2013
ONEWORLD's EDUCATION AGENDA - TOC & YOUTH UNLEASHED LISTENING TOUR
Stop # 1: Saturday, Nov. 2, 2013, 12:30-3:00pm, Dwight Substation, 150 Edgewood Ave., New Haven
Topic:…
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An Open Streets Family Reunion: Reflections from the 2018 Open Streets Summit
By Ryan O’Connor, Director of Programs, 8 80 Cities Recently 8 80 Cities wrote a blog post about open streets being a labour of love. That being the case, the 2018 Open Streets Summit in New Orleans felt like a family reunion of sorts. It was rejuvenating to see old and new friends who share our passion for open streets and are working tirelessly to create healthier, happier, and more connected communities across the world. The event, which took place on September 15-16, brought together more than 50 leaders who currently organize open streets programs or are interested in bringing the...
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Open Streets Summit Draft Agenda
We hope you are getting ready and feel excited about the Open Streets Summit in Gretna/New Orleans! Taking place from September 15-16, 2018, the Summit will feature tours, presentations and networking opportunities with open streets champions and organizers from across the continent. Attendees will learn about the nuts and bolts of starting or scaling up open streets programs, including: Route design and planning Partnerships with business and officials Social inclusion Safety and logistics Marketing and promotion Program evaluation through measurable goals and metrics If you haven’t done it yet, click here to register for the Open Streets Summit only or...
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Open Streets Summit Speakers Announced!
The Open Streets Project is proud to announce that Ed Solis from Viva Calle (San Jose, CA), Romel Pascual from CicLAvia (Los Angeles, CA), Jaymie Santiago and Charles Brown from New Brunswick Ciclovia will join us as speakers for the 2018 Open Streets Summit in New Orleans and Gretna! Taking place from September 15-16 2018, the Summit will feature: Behind the scenes tour of the City of Gretna’s inaugural open streets program. Workshops, presentations, and networking opportunities with open streets champions and organizers from across the continent. Training and inspiration for both -novice and experienced- open streets organizers and supporters...
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How the Federal Reserve and LISC are Supporting Families with Heirs' Property
Natavia lives in the 800 square-foot family house her grandmother bought on the east side of Jacksonville, Florida almost 80 years ago. Natavia is the third generation to call the property home. “I value the house for the memories,” she said. “I grew up spending the summers with my grandma, hearing the stories of her walking to work way on the other side of town, just to have a home.”Investing In A Future For Us All: LISC’s 2023 Annual Report is here!
It was a year of new leadership, new vision and renewed commitment. We invested an extraordinary $2.4 billion and doubled down on our work to create affordable housing, catalyze financial opportunity and promote climate resiliency. And so much more.LISC and Partners Launch “What’s Possible”: A Blueprint for Sustainable American Communities
LISC, Enterprise Community Partners and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York have published What's Possible: Investing NOW for Prosperous, Sustainable Neighborhoods. With contributions from LISC green and financing experts, the volume is a timely and crucial guidebook to equitable green investing and community development and especially timely on the heels of the historic $20 billion in federal investment to expand access to clean energy and climate solutions.
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