Sentences with phrase «cultural initiative on»

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The Slaight Family Foundation has committed to providing that money over the next five years to 15 non-profit organizations that are engaged with the First Nations, Inuit and Métis on a wide range of initiatives, from health and education to cultural activities and preventing violence against Indigenous women.

Wirlu - murra elders have led a team of anthropologists and archaeologists on an expedition into the outback as part of a three - year cultural mapping initiative sponsored by Fortescue Metals Group.

As the church faced the cultural upheavals at the turn of the sixteenth century, the response was to attempt to preserve the established structures and to put a damper on creative initiative.

Given that they were travelling to Italy, the discussion soon focused on the Church in Italy's innovative Progetto Culturale [cultural project], an initiative which is not well known beyond the borders of Italy.

For a recent essay on this distinction, see Simon R. Charsley «Caste, Cultural Resources and Social Mobility,» in Dalits Initiatives and Experience from Karnataka (ed.

He is currently employed on the Electronic Culture Research Project, a special initiative of the Uniting Church's Commission in Victoria to explore the impact of electronic media on global cultures and the implications of this cultural change on religious institutions and on the social experience and expression of religious faith.

KET took up the call for this year's National Breastfeeding Awareness Month by airing a 28 - minute segment on all things breastfeeding: benefits, barriers, laws, workplace considerations, hospital initiatives, cultural challenges, and more.

On a global as well as a regional level, Medela supports initiatives to enhance social and cultural environments.

At 6:30 p.m., NYC Deputy Mayor for Strategic Policy Initiatives Richard Buery will lead a panel discussion on ThriveNYC, the City's mental health roadmap for all, Sikh Cultural Society, 95 - 30 118th St., Richmond Hill.

On his development initiative to boost development of the Municipality, Dr. Kwakye Afriyie said his vision is to reposition Wenchi as a Service Town by tapping and developing the areas tourism, agricultural, health and cultural potentials for socio - economic development.

[But] the soul is created [and] enhanced by the people working on it and experiencing it and these initiatives can come to life in magical ways resulting in repeat business,» says Ghizlan Guenez, CEO of The Modist, a Dubai - based e-commerce site that offers contemporary designer brands like Stella Jean and Maison Rabih Kayrouz to women whose religious, cultural or personal tastes lean to a modest style aesthetic.

Different institutions and initiatives are working on facilitating community participation from education to health to achieve a more complete educational intervention, especially in Latin America and the Caribbean, where popular education was initiated and developed multiple socio - cultural experiences that ultimately work for a particular model of social change and transformation.

By significant, I mean the initiative that has had the most impact on the cultural development of your young audience?

The initiative is premised, in part, on the conviction that Minnesota teachers» lack of «cultural competence» contributes to the poor academic performance of the state's minority students.

On almost any issue, children have views, thoughts, and ideas that are both valid on their face and potentially refreshing as additions to an adult narrative, says Ben Mardell, a leader of the initiative, which has engaged young children in projects that explore — and seek to improve — cultural institutions, parks, and playgroundOn almost any issue, children have views, thoughts, and ideas that are both valid on their face and potentially refreshing as additions to an adult narrative, says Ben Mardell, a leader of the initiative, which has engaged young children in projects that explore — and seek to improve — cultural institutions, parks, and playgroundon their face and potentially refreshing as additions to an adult narrative, says Ben Mardell, a leader of the initiative, which has engaged young children in projects that explore — and seek to improve — cultural institutions, parks, and playgrounds.

Using Title I, II, III and IDEA dollars, the ESSA plan increases priority on a number of social and emotional - related initiatives, including: social and emotional skill development; cultural, racial, and socio - economic competence; conflict management; restorative practices; cultural competence; anti-racism; and recognizing implicit bias.

The Fairmont Royal York will use Twitter to update fellow «Tweeps» on Royal York news, packages, cultural events, and Fairmont's green initiatives.

In 2015, the California Historical Society and LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes embarked on a project for the Getty's 2017 Pacific Standard Time: LA / LA initiative — a far - reaching and ambitious exploration of Latin American and Latino art in dialogue with Los Angeles from September 2017 to January 2018 at more than 70 cultural institutions across Southern California.

The research program of the museum seeks to address these questions by encouraging interdisciplinary initiatives that focus on important issues relating to the biodiversity, biogeography, ecology, geology, paleontology and Native American cultural history of the Santa Barbara Region.

She has participated in a number of international initiatives focusing on the preservation of cultural heritage materials.

The Fondazione Merz, founded on April 2005, holds the collection of works by Mario Merz, a heritage of inestimable historic worth, with the aim of conserving and safeguarding it and making it accessible and comprehensible to the public; moreover supports the research on contemporary art and promotes cultural initiatives.

We focus on new commissions, giving the opportunity to artists to engage with the public space through our city and community projects, such as opening up closed gardens within the center of Athens to house public art exhibitions and bridge our formidable cultural heritage with contemporary art initiatives.

Fostering Creativity and Culture by promoting the arts, advancing education, supporting cultural institutions and innovative projects with cutting edge talent; Promoting Wellbeing, supporting initiatives on women's empowerment, access to health and education and assisting the advancement and development of young people and communities; and Conserving Natural Resources through water sustainability and environmental projects to promote the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment.

Her activism focuses on policies affecting new immigrant and migrant artists, cultural workers and educators with an effort to build relationships with artists, businesses and political officials to implement initiatives that will promote sustainable and creative communities.

In addition to her leadership roles, Deana lectures extensively, consults on various art initiatives, contributes to cultural publications, and has taught at institutions such as Towson University and Johns Hopkins University.

Since 2006, 21c has collaborated on arts initiatives with artists and cultural organizations worldwide, including Contemporary Arts Center, Cincinnati, MASSMoCa, North Carolina Museum of Art, Speed Art Museum, Contemporary Art Museum Houston, Creative Capital Foundation, and others.

Founded in Beirut in 1993, Ashkal Alwan is committed to the production, research, and circulation of contemporary artistic and intellectual practices, through initiatives such as Home Works: A Forum on Cultural Practices (2002), a multidisciplinary platform bringing together artists, writers, thinkers, filmmakers, and choreographers, for a public program of exhibitions, panel discussions, film screenings, and performances, as well as the Home Workspace Program (2011), an annual tuition - free art - study program.

Aoun - Abdo, a vivacious Lebanese whose job it is to oversee Abu Dhabi's «cultural identity,» has a background in consulting with Arab governments on developing cultural initiatives, though her primary training is in theater arts.

Between highlighting the hottest in new arts, cultural and design initiatives while curating and facilitating conversations on new and continuing artistic endeavors, ANTE.

Additional funding was provided by Project Stream, a grant initiative of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts that is regionally administered by the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance.

Pasternak has a long history of curating independent exhibitions, consulting on urban planning initiatives, and contributing essays to cultural publications.

He has also served on numerous juries and selection committees for the New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA), NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA), New York International Latino Film Festival and Tribeca Institutes» Tribeca All Access Connects initiative.

HK Ugochukwu - Smooth C. Nwezi wrote that in setting up CCA Lagos, you drew on a history of Nigerian independent arts initiatives that includes the Mbari Club — a cultural centre founded in Ibadan by Ulli Beier in 1961 — and the New Culture Centre by Demas Nwoko.

The exhibition opening coincides with THAW FEST, a new initiative by 19 cultural institutions on the East End, scheduled to take place the weekend of March 23 - 25.

In addition to her work on cultural initiatives, Sheikha Mayassa is the chairperson of Reach Out to Asia, or ROTA, a philanthropic nongovernmental foundation dedicated to assisting victims of natural disasters and improving the quality of primary and secondary education in Asia.

She writes for publications including Ocula and Ibraaz, and has worked on cultural programming and fundraising initiatives in Palestine, Cairo and London.

In addition to her work at The Contemporary, Deana lectures extensively, consults on various public art initiatives, contributes to cultural publications, and teaches at institutions such as Towson University and Johns Hopkins University.

Known for developing academic and cultural programs, departments and institutions, Alexander is serving as director of the Ford Foundation's journalism and arts and culture initiatives when the appointment is announced on Feb. 7.

Díaz's residency is part of the cultural exchange initiative Wild Noise / Ruido Salvaje, on view at the Bronx Museum from February 17 — July 3, 2017.

With a mandate to support creative initiatives, Alserkal Avenue is known for supporting local talent and cultural projects: Quoz Arts Festival, the first free, community arts festival in the UAE, Galleries Night, a biannual feature on Dubai's art calendar; galleries and creative spaces simultaneously open their doors to the public, including live performances by local musicians; and Urban Market, a seasonal, daylong, outdoor festival to bring the community together, celebrating arts, food and creativity.

From the opening of Building 6 at MASS MoCA, citywide celebrations, new initiatives like NAX and even a visit from noted architect Frank Gehry — North Adams is putting the Berkshires on the map in new and innovative ways — to the designation as a cultural district to a trendsetter award to being named one of ten charming towns that aren't famous yet (but will be), we're excited for the future of North Adams and our evolving place as part of the culture nexus of North Adams and the Berkshires.

Affordable membership fees allow the Arts Foundation to fund artistic and cultural initiatives, advocate at the local, state and national level for more awareness on the impact the Cape's creative economy has on our region and beyond, and increase the Cape's reputation for arts & culture.

The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod, Barnstable County's regional arts agency, provides artistic, cultural, and educational programs in every town on Cape Cod, with an emphasis on supporting arts education initiatives, individual artists, and cultural organizations.

Then, on the cultural front, powerful green initiatives are slowly sneaking their way into our daily lives.

• The recent influx of people and businesses has brought with it more ideas and initiatives for community groups, cultural events, and better entertainment for all ages, which has had a positive influence on the already high quality of life and provides new opportunities for people to get involved in the community.

This important initiative, supported by several other large law firms, involves a commitment to researching and reporting on cultural diversity at different levels of the business.

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Research suggests that this approach is critical if capacity building initiatives are to be sustainable.12 Such an approach can also facilitate greater cultural awareness and understanding on the part of non-Indigenous policy implementers, thereby assisting in the broader reconciliation process.

Obvious examples of economic development founded on the traditional cultural values of a community are the initiatives around tourism and Indigenous art.

The Childhoods in Changing Contexts Research Group focuses on early childhood education and care workforce; evaluation of early childhood programs, policies and initiatives; cultural and multilingual contexts and childhoods; and young children's rights and citizenships.