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California Families for Access to Midwives California Families for Access to Midwives includes mothers, fathers, families and their communities who advocate safe, affordable and healthy birth options.

Advocates» proposals include posting all unrestricted government documents, including underlying budget information, online for easy public viewing and access.

«As mayor, I must advocate for my constituents and their basic needs - including access to affordable, quality healthcare,» Miner said in a press release.

Clients and advocates, including Community Access CEO Steve Coe, spoke about the urgent need for State leaders to sign the full MOU.

«Serious candidates running for state - wide office respect New Yorker's beliefs in ensuring women's access to comprehensive reproductive health care services — including abortion,» M. Tracey Brooks, the president of Planned Parenthood Advocates, said then in a statement comparing Astorino to «radical statements of the national Republican Party» and saying his «position reflects his inability to represent the people of the state of New York.»

Advocates» proposals include posting all unrestricted government documents online, including underlying budget information, for easy public viewing and access.

They include: Improve classroom access to hardware, software, and the Internet, bolster technical support, strengthen professional development around the instructional uses of technology, and enlist teachers unions to advocate for tech funding and support.

Voucher advocates — including Nobel Prize - winning economist Milton Friedman — have argued that income should not limit access to good schools, and schools would be more efficient if forced to compete.

Sen. Tim Kaine has been an advocate for «career and technical education,» and sought to include related programs in ESSA «to improve access to K - 12 career...

Advocates and community groups — including the Chicago Teachers Union, Raise Your Hand for Illinois Public Education, Equip for Equality, the Shriver National Center on Poverty Law, the Ounce of Prevention Fund and the Access Living disability rights group — presented their concerns to ISBE in November.

That said, given that the changes aren't included in the Senate bill, that it would provide only small savings, and that the optics of limiting access for charter schools aren't ideal, advocates were cautiously optimistic that the harmful changes would not end up in any final legislation.

The Advocate Guest column: School choice data doesn't reflect classroom reality As school choice continues to gain support, we must broaden the conversation about effectiveness to include more than scores, and we must seek access to more data that can help us determine not just how students are performing in math and reading, but what effect expanding educational options has on them beyond graduation.

A new policy coalition launched on Capitol Hill today to advocate for policies that increase student access to high quality college options in high school including dual enrollment, concurrent enrollment, and early college high schools.

ReadersFirst has advocated for a better experience for library users in accessing all of a library's offerings, including physical materials, eBooks and digital audiobooks, databases, programs, and more.

Attorney and advocate Ryan Clinton digs into municipal and state - focused legislative topics including rescue - access laws, city No - Kill mandates, banning gas chambers, and regulating puppy mills.

The hope is to include these voices in our community narrative and to incite audiences to advocate for equal access to public spaces and resources.

The data may be of use to advocates for refugees, especially in the context of debates over reforms to Canada's refugee determination system — including discussions surrounding Bill C - 31, and the importance of access to the Refugee Appeal Division for all refugee claimants.

Too many poor people in the U.S. lack access to lawyers when they confront major life challenges, including eviction, deportation, custody battles and domestic violence, according to a new report by advocates at Columbia Law School's Human Rights Clinic.

This week will include a range of engagement and learning opportunities for the public, legal professionals, community workers, students and other access to justice advocates — including remarks from The Honourable Yasir Naqvi, Attorney General of Ontario.

In spite of the lack of a comprehensive study in Canada to determine: (1) the full range of apps available; (2) what they purport to do; and, (3) whether they can actually improve access to justice, there is a substantial population of law society, commercial, academic, and independent, keen advocates of apps as being the way to the solution to the problem, including displacing some lawyers.

drawn from and drawing on a diverse set of opinions, including these two groups, but also consumer organizations, access advocates, other professional groups that deal directly with the public's legal challenges (like doctors, educators, and accountants), and the academy.

The exchange is the only place where premium subsidies are available, and advocates for reproductive rights have noted that in those 25 states (along with six other states where insurers are allowed to include coverage for abortion on their exchange plans but have chosen not to do so), there is no access to affordable health insurance with abortion coverage.

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EARLE3407 Old Dobbin Road, Montgomery, Alabama 36116 - 1903Home Phone: [phone] Cell Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] E-mail: [email protected] position managing legal discovery and document review with opportunity to assist attorneys with civil litigationBAR ADMISSIONAlabama State Bar, 1999LAW - RELATED EXPERIENCELaw Firm, AlabamaResearch Attorney for Special Projects, Mass Torts Department, November 2001 — February 2008 • Managed Multi-District Litigation (MDL) Document Depository (September 2002 to February 2008) o Reviewed more than 1 million pages of evidentiary documents for litigation purposes and for inclusion in electronic databaseso Coordinated document review assignments with attorneys at local depository and at other sites across the USo Retrieved, reviewed and coded documents in Concordance and Summation legal databaseso Prepared memoranda and spreadsheets providing detailed analysis of discovery materials • Aided attorneys and support staff with processing and preparation of personal injury claims and litigationo Conducted legal research and drafted pleadingso Conducted supplementary online research for additional documents and information pertinent to litigationo Assisted with preparation of correspondence to clients and referring attorneyso Contacted clients for additional information needed in case preparation, litigation, and potential settlementso Prepared and input case intakes and referrals into databaseLaw School, AlabamaStudent Intern, Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP), August 1996 — June 1997 • Participated in law school clinical program under third - year law student practice rule (as authorized by Alabama Supreme Court) o Assisted attorneys and advocates in cases involving mentally ill patients confined to state mental health facilitieso Interviewed clients in person (at state facilities) and over the phoneo Worked with clients, attorneys, and social workers to investigate and resolve issues concerning involuntary confinement and treatmento Aided in legal research on an appellate brief submitted to the U. S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit (ruling granted in favor of our client) Faculty Research Assistant for Library Services, Bounds Law Library, March 1996 — June 1997 • Prepared research and teaching materials for law school faculty; worked 20 hours per week while matriculating 10 - 15 hours per semester) o Investigated copyright issues related to procuring and reproducing texts for academic useo Conducted legal research using WESTLAW, LEXIS and the InternetADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCEManufacturing Company (MC), Montgomery, AlabamaAdministrative Assistant and Cost Analyst, Materials Purchasing Department, April 1999 — September 2001 • Assisted materials buyers in negotiating and preparing commodities contracts between raw materials suppliers and MC for manufacturing plants in the US and Mexicoo Assisted Legal Department at MC's corporate headquarters with coordination and preparation of documents for litigationo Notified and educated suppliers about MC's freight - on - board policy and its corresponding Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) provisions; result was the reduction of freight claims for both the company and its supplierso Prepared contracts and purchase orders for raw materials and capital projects involving plant maintenanceo Solicited price quotations from current vendors and established Excel spreadsheet format which simplified quote submission process and allowed MC to track and compare usage volumes and costs over timeo Prepared and analyzed cost reports used by materials buyers and production planners in purchasing decisions, including cost reductions, materials consolidation, and selection of vendorso Acted as liaison between vendors and the Purchasing, Transportation and Accounting Departments on issues concerning inbound freight, commercial carriers, and payment terms for commodities, resulting in reductions in freight costs and greater payment discounts for raw materialso Established online databases and printed directories for the Purchasing Department, allowing buyers to have easier and faster access to current vendor informationo Completed Year 2000 (Y2K) compliance project, which involved data collection and communication with MC's past, present, and potential materials suppliers and service providersNot - For - Profit Organization, AlabamaAdministrative Assistant, Combined Federal Campaign, September 1998 — January 1999 • Aided Campaign Director with 1998 Federal Campaigns (CFCs) in City 1 and City 2, which together generated nearly $ 700,000 for more than 1,000 local, national and international charitieso Prepared weekly reports on donations using WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, Excel and dBase IVo Wrote script for Talent Showcase at City 1's 1998 CFC Kickoffo Assisted Director with merger of the City 1 and City 2 CFCs in 1999Regional Bank, AlabamaAdministrative Assistant, Year 2000 (Y2K) Department, March — June 1998 • Worked with Vice President of Corporate Projects on short - term project for the bank's Y2K Departmento Analyzed and processed data on Y2K readiness for all branches of Bank throughout the southeastern USo Organized meetings for personnel of Banko Communicated with vendors of computer hardware, software, and office equipment to request information on Y2K complianceo Prepared compliance files for Federal Reserve auditso Prepared in - house memoranda and reports using Microsoft Word and ExcelRecord / Music Promotion Company, AlabamaRecord Pool Co-Founder; Office Manager, September 1990 — December 1991 • Co-founded record pool to enhance promotion of music in Alabama and the southeastern USo Procured and distributed records from major and independent labels for club, radio and mobile disc jockeyso Coordinated jointly sponsored promotional events with record companies, radio stations and clubso Designed, wrote, and published bi-weekly reports and brochures to inform the music industry of the progress and popularity of music and performers in the region, with specific focus on the Alabama music sceneMajor University, AlabamaGraduate Research Assistant, AUM Department of Marketing, June 1989 — August 1990 • Worked 13 - 20 hours per week as a research assistant to Marketing faculty while carrying a full course load in the MBA programo Analyzed consumer surveys used in academic researcho Assisted Conference Chairperson with coordination for Atlantic Marketing Association (AMA) annual meeting (October 1989) o Co-authored five - year index and classification of AMA Proceedings (published Fall 1991) EDUCATIONLaw School, AlabamaJuris Doctor (JD), 1997 • Scholarshipso Seybourn H. Lynne Scholarship, 1996 - 97o Dexter C. Hobbs Memorial Scholarship, 1995 - 96o E. W. Godbey Memorial Scholarship, 1994 - 95 • Honorso Who's Who Among American Law School Students, 1996 - 94o Arthur Davis Shores Award, 1997 • Activitieso Frederick Douglass Moot Court Team Manager, 1996 - 97 Southern Regional Competition, Second Place National Competition, Eighth Placeo John A. Campbell Moot Court Competition, Spring 1996o Black Law Students Association Delegate, BLSA National Convention, 1997 Co-Chairperson, Public Relations Committee, 1996 - 97 Chairperson, Public Relations Committee, 1995 - 96 BLSA President's Award, 1996 and 1997o American Bar Association, 1996 - 97 Entertainment and Sports Industries Forum Intellectual Property Section Law Student Divisiono LAWS Student Group Leader, 1995 - 96Major University, AlabamaMaster of Business Administration (MBA), 1990Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.), 1988 (Major: Marketing — Advertising and Promotion Track) • Honorso Dean's List • Activitieso National Student Advertising Competition Team, 1988 - 90 Seventh District Competition: Third Place, 1990o Marketing Club, 1987 - 90 Vice President — Career Development, 1988 - 89o Public Relations / Advertising (PR / AD) Club, 1988 - 90 Charter Member, 1988 Active in fund - raising and membership driveso Theater Guild, 1988 - 90 Screening Committee, 1989REFERENCESAvailable upon request

Radiologist — Duties & Responsibilities Direct and evaluate radiology and mammography personnel and departments in a variety of clinical settings Utilize strong management experience to drive operations in an efficient and effective manner Proven ability to handle multiple projects in fast paced, high pressure environments Founder, Mercy Maude Norton Memorial Hospital Mobile Mammography Unit Conduct strategic planning to expand Mobile Mammography Unit to include bone densitometry and cancer screenings Generate yearly increases in patients served (+30 %) and tests performed (+50 %) through word of mouth and networking Participate in community health fairs, radio, and television programs to enhance market positioning and educate clients Aid with design, decoration, and layout of all aspects of the Mobile Mammography Unit van Oversee compliance with Department of Transportation regulations regarding maintenance, licensing, and vehicle operation Perform dual digital radiography, bone densitometry, general radiography, and CT scans Assist with orthopedic, general, thoracic, neurological, and emergency surgical cases Responsible for ACR accreditation, FDA / MQSA regulation compliance, and quality assurance Lead transition from Screen Film Mammography to Full Field Digital Mammography Serve as breast cancer advocate, patient educator, and public speaker on breast cancer and mammography issues Author comprehensive business plan for a Critical Access Hospital as final M.B.A. degree program project Design and implement award winning marketing and public relations campaigns and associated special events Proficient with Lotus Notes, Achieve, Citrix, Meditech, Magview, CPSI, EFusion, SPSS, Transcription, Dictaphone, and 10 - key

This policy statement from the AAP advocates a public health response to the opioid epidemic and substance use during pregnancy, and recommends: a focus on preventing unintended pregnancies and improving access to contraception; universal screening for alcohol and other drug use in women of childbearing age; knowledge and informed consent of maternal drug testing and reporting practices; improved access to prenatal care, including opioid replacement therapy; gender - specific substance use treatment programs; and improved funding for social services and child welfare systems.

As the nation's leading women's health care provider and advocate, Planned Parenthood knows firsthand why it's so critical that everyone have access to a comprehensive range of reproductive health care services, including abortion.

At the forum, Planned Parenthood leaders will discuss the organization's role as a provider and advocate and share information on a variety of panels, including the following: Reforming the System: President Obama's Prospects for Health Reform; The Stakeholders Speak PPFA Vice President of Public Policy and Advocacy Rubiner will address Planned Parenthood's priorities in health care reform: any health care reform effort must include access to comprehensive reproductive health care, and women's access to essential community providers must be protected.

These may include managing the challenging behaviours of some children with disabilities, the need to administer daily treatments, helping children with self - care (eg bathing, dressing and eating), advocating for your child's needs, and making sure there are facilities that can accommodate your child's needs when you visit places outside the home (eg wheel chair access).

«As the nation's leading advocate and provider of women's health care, including reproductive health services, we see every day that the best way to prevent unintended pregnancies and promote healthy families is to invest in family planning programs and ensure more women and families have access to affordable, quality reproductive health care and comprehensive sex education programs,» said Richards.

Unfortunately, every leading GOP candidate has advocated for a repeal to the ACA, including its protections against being charged more for being a woman or being denied coverage for preexisting conditions that in the past even included domestic violence abuse — many, such as Carly Fiorina, Marco Rubio, and Ted Cruz, have specifically targeted access to no - copay birth control.

Furthermore, Planned Parenthood Advocates in Missouri does not make any express or implied warranties, representations, or endorsements whatsoever in connection with the Web Site, other websites accessed by «hyperlink,» or the Internet generally (including without limitation, warranties of title or non-infringement, or the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose).

The Ounce's advocacy efforts include monitoring funding levels, advocating for families to have better access to services, and ensuring coordination of early intervention services with other early childhood programs in the state.

These efforts include advocating for changes in public policy, with a sharp focus on ensuring access to comprehensive, affordable reproductive health care for all.

The Academy advocates to protect and expand federal anti-poverty and safety net programs, including those that provide health care (and access to health care through Medicaid and CHIP), early education (such as Head Start and Early Head Start), quality child care, affordable housing and home visiting, as well as critical nutrition assistance programs like WIC, SNAP, school meals, and summer feeding programs.

This statement provided recommendations for expulsion and suspension practices in early childhood settings, including advocating for teachers» access to mental health consultants to provide specialized support and to build their own skills in working effectively with young children and families.

LD 17 needs better representation, and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Arizona endorses Steve Weichert, who will fight for improved education and health - care access — including comprehensive sex education and access to family planning services.

Planned Parenthood volunteers serve in a wide range of capacities, including on the phone, at the Capitol, on campus, online, and in the community to voice their support and advocate for comprehensive health care access.