Sentences with phrase «pressing needs in the community»

DCPNI hosts monthly community dinners... to inform residents about [our] goals, hear directly from residents what they feel are the most pressing needs in the community, and encourage residents to become actively involved with this initiative.

The reports helped identify pressing needs in the community within FCJA's mandated areas of impact.

Members meet throughout the year for professional development, to discuss pressing needs in the community, and share funding priorities.

Not exact matches

I see the trends in my own life and community, as a woman, from a unique vantage point with 96 % of venture capitalists being men and a pressing need to design and develop products and processes that more effectively, efficiently and responsibly fulfill people's needs.

«Solving the need for digital banking services among low - income communities in the United States is a pressing priority,» said Andrea Jung, president and CEO of Grameen America.

Our members need to be able to think for themselves on the issue — to hold events in their communities, motivate others to take action, press their elected representatives to take [a] stand — not to simply be another name on a list, but to be a hub in an ever - expanding network.»

BY PAUL SCHINDLER At its annual New York City Gala this month, the Washington - based Human Rights Campaign presented a program that focused just enough attention on the dangers created since Donald Trump became president to press the urgent need for the community to engage in productive resistance to the now one - year old administration.

This sort of old guard cronyist, backroom, undemocratic, manipulation will of course easily outmanoeuvre a politically uneducated and naïve membership — BUT, come a future Labour government inevitably under severe economic sabotage by the global markets and their creatures in the UK press and PLP, and, disastrously, a politically unsophisticated, ideologically unprepared and unmobilised mass membership will not be available to provide the backing «on the streets, in the workplaces, and in the communities» that that Labour government will desperately need to survive.

«This will let us take the time needed, with community input, to evaluate renewable energy options for the Empire State Plaza energy project, so that we can follow the best path forward,» Quiniones said in the press release.

He's proposing to invest $ 100 million to transform failing schools and «other high needs schools» into community schools, Cuomo announced in a press release.

According to a press release his office sent out on Friday: «New York City tenants, housing advocates and clergy and community leaders [will be]... chanting slogans, waving placards and criticizing so - called advocacy groups as being out of touch with the needs of tenants in poor and middle class neighborhoods.»

«Now, more than ever, we need to embrace bold, innovative strategies to protect our immigrant communities,» Stringer said at a press conference in Battery Park, with the Statue of Liberty in the background.

«Lower Manhattan is the fastest growing community in New York City, and there is a pressing need to bolster our neighborhood's infrastructure, services and amenities to accommodate this rapid growth,» Menin said.

«Progress has been made, but there remains a pressing need to make this 21st century technology available in all communities,» Little said.

«Now we have a project that is more in tune, and truly reflective of the needs of the surrounding community,» said Council Speaker Melissa Mark - Viverito at a press conference before the vote.

Realizing that he needed to research the transgender community in Santiago, where the film is set, before they went any further, he pressed the metaphorical pause button and decided to pay the city a visit.

In its recently published Ramadan and Exams 2016 information paper, the ASCL said: «The imams, Islamic scholars, and leaders we consulted were agreed that there is a pressing need for UK - based religious authorities to collectively discuss this issue and recommend solutions for Muslim communities.»

«Our community needs to be more informed about these schools» scores, and CMOs [charter management organizations] need to be held accountable for their unacceptable performance,» said Mary Moran, executive director of Our Voice Nuestra Voz, in a press release announcing the launch of the campaign # 30NolaEdWatch, an initiative to hold these schools accountable.

It isn't a program that needs to be required or mandated for every community,» she told reporters in a press conference following her visit with Stoneman Douglas students.

November 4, 2016 (LOS ANGELES, CA)-- Great Public Schools Now (GPSN), a non-profit organization committed to replicating successful schools in communities in need, released the following statement in response to a press release from United Teachers Los Angeles opposing GPSN's work with the Los Angeles Unified School District.

Our community involvement is centered on taking care of the basic needs of people who would be hard pressed to help themselves or in other words «helping those without a voice».

We began our PCIP program many years ago to serve the needs of small and independent presses and authors, and we have an established track record in providing high - quality cataloging to the publishing community.

Although I doubt I'll ever be in need of a publicist, today's post reminded me of an aspect of self - publishing and small presses that used to drive me nuts when I had my bookstore: the lack of research, about my community in general and my store in particular, before approaching me about carrying a book.

A recent article from the University of Arizona Press titled «Public Libraries as Publishers: Critical Opportunity» provides a history of traditional self - publishing activities in libraries and shows how libraries can use self - publishing to foster community needs.

Show Hope is a non-profit organization that mobilizes individuals and communities to meet the most pressing needs of orphans in distress by providing 1) homes for waiting children through adoption aid grants, and 2) life - saving medical care for orphans with special needs.

«In addition, the cost savings realized in this consolidation will allow the police department to respond to other pressing needs, including the purchase of a body - worn camera system as part of a pilot project to improve transparency and safety, the equipment and overtime costs necessary to provide support for community festivals and events, and a camera system at our police headquarters.&raquIn addition, the cost savings realized in this consolidation will allow the police department to respond to other pressing needs, including the purchase of a body - worn camera system as part of a pilot project to improve transparency and safety, the equipment and overtime costs necessary to provide support for community festivals and events, and a camera system at our police headquarters.&raquin this consolidation will allow the police department to respond to other pressing needs, including the purchase of a body - worn camera system as part of a pilot project to improve transparency and safety, the equipment and overtime costs necessary to provide support for community festivals and events, and a camera system at our police headquarters.»

TMM, in response to our common calling to love our neighbors, shall develop cooperation among the various faiths to meet the pressing needs of our community.

Make sure your community knows you need foster homes by posting on social media, posting flyers in community centers and stores, and by sending out a press release.

Show Hope is a non-profit organization that mobilizes individuals and communities to meet the most pressing needs of orphans in distress by providing 1) homes for waiting children through adoption aid grants, and 2) life - saving medical care for orphans with special needs.

By providing essential support for art education, the Education Fund addresses the pressing need for access to the visual arts in our community.

That it didn't take a disaster to trigger the reconstruction is a credit to the team of engineers and managers in charge of the water supply, along with elected officials willing to sell the need for the proactive investment to the 8 million users of the system, as well as the community campaigners who pressed for action.

There's plenty more to explore in the new edition of the bulletin, including articles on the pressing need for getting climate information to the communities that need it most; a fresh look at the climate - malaria debate in East Africa (it doesn't appear to be the last word); and an account of an international program enlisting students in studying climate and the water cycle.

Marking the start of an ongoing initiative, it aims to spur serious discussion and action in national and international scientific and academic communities, especially regarding the pressing needs to increase women's participation in S&T careers and enable sex - disaggregated data collection and rigorous research development, along with increasing public awareness of gender issues.

It does appear to me that there is a need for the scientific community to become far more involved in countering misinformation in the popular press.

The green roof industry continues to grow rapidly in response to the pressing need for cleaner air, better stormwater management, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and developing more usable green spaces in communities.

«The legal academy needs a truly open repository for legal scholarship, with a long - term commitment to the many communities it serves: scholars, students, lawyers, and the public,» said James Grimmelmann, professor at Cornell Law School, in a press release announcing LawArXiv's launch.

The press conference will feature Joseph Wong, Joy Kogawa and Hesh Troper, representing communities that Canada apologized to for unfair and unjust treatment of their people in a time of great need.

Each year, ALSC asks clients, service providers and attorneys to help us in determining the most pressing legal needs in their community.

What I'm hoping will happen in the next three years is that funders of health care, social services, housing, etc. and legal aid providers and courts will embrace working with groups outside of the legal domain and start using forms and technology to bring preventative law into places where vulnerable communities go for help with other pressing needs.

The FCC plan is a positive development, but it needs to be coupled with additional steps to increase competition for smaller communities, according to Free Press, a digital advocacy group that has fought for greater competition in rural parts of the country.

Earlier this week, the IRS issued a press release reminding everyone in the cryptocurrency community needs to pay their crypto income taxes.

Show Hope is a non-profit organization that mobilizes individuals and communities to meet the most pressing needs of orphans in distress by providing 1) homes for waiting children through adoption aid grants, and 2) life - saving medical care for orphans with special needs.

Professional Experience American Red Cross (Douglasville, GA) 11/2007 — Present Communications Manager • Lead the strategic direction and implementation of all public relations and communication functions to achieve American Red Cross Blood Services collection goals and organizational objectives • Collaborate with Chapter counterparts to promote a singular American Red Cross image and messaging throughout the state • Develop viable communications plan to assure effective community awareness of critical need for donations • Produce market communications and develop media outreach initiatives, including press releases, media inquiries, and special project updates, to ensure image and brand consistency • Author and edit scripts, presentations, and speeches for use by senior - level organization executives • Establish partnership within the community to enhance awareness of the blood donation program while leveraging key relationships with local - and state - level media professionals • Develop and implement an annual public relations and communications budget to ensure self - sufficiency and utilize financial resources in an efficient manner • Execute and supervise all staff - related functions including hiring, training, evaluation, and career development to create a well - qualified team and enhance operational success • Plan and implement employee award and recognition programs to honor milestone achievements, customer service excellence, and the accomplishment of national initiatives • Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures, Safety Quality Identity Potency Purity (SQUIPP), the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and all other applicable federal, state, and local entities

Medical Sales Respresentative — Duties & Responsibilities Experienced manager with a background in sales, marketing, and customer service Recruit, train, and direct staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and timelines Design and implement comprehensive marketing campaigns and all collateral materials Direct company charitable events creating community goodwill and respect for the brand Author and distribute company newsletter, press releases, and other official correspondence Consistently meet or exceed sales goals through networking, in personal sales, cold calling, and other tactics Generate company record of $ 8 million in sales while doubling client base Conduct research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Collaborate with junior level sales people to develop action plans to govern their performance Develop and lead training in customer service and sales best practices resulting in enhanced team skill sets Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Build and strengthen relationships with key clients, partners, and community leaders Provide exceptional customer service resulting in client satisfaction and repeat business Serve on multiple strategic planning committees to guide business development initiatives Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Program helps grandparents with child care Community Press - Florence, KY, USA Grandparents in Northern Kentucky who are taking care of their grandchildren can now receive help from the state if they need it.

By getting straight to the most pressing need (often in communities where there may be many urgent needs), we have a chance to use limited resources to help in the most effective way.

There remains a pressing need for broader based education and awareness - raising in both Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities across Australia to ensure that Indigenous interests and rights are protected.

In addition to Parent Cafes, most communities are implementing four additional community service projects, developed by parents, that are designed to build protective factors based on the most pressing needs identified in the communitIn addition to Parent Cafes, most communities are implementing four additional community service projects, developed by parents, that are designed to build protective factors based on the most pressing needs identified in the communitin the community.

Consequently, Head Start programs and other preschools in low - income communities report a pressing need for effective tools to build children's social - emotional skills in preschool settings.

In the Australian context, a recent press release from NACCHO highlights some of the key issues, including the need to partner with Indigenous communities to develop and implement culturally appropriate services.