Sentences with phrase «promote access to opportunity»

We fiercely protect and promote access to opportunity for all New Yorkers, and we believe in lending a hand when necessary and unifying to meet our community's collective challenges.

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Rotman launched an initiative for women in business in 2008; four years later, it joined the Forte Foundation, a non-profit that promotes women's careers through education and access to opportunities.

Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation (TNDC) provides affordable housing and services for low - income people in the Tenderloin and throughout San Francisco to promote equitable access to opportunity and resources.

Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, or its affiliates, receives compensation in connection with (i) access to, purchase or redemption of, and / or maintenance of positions in mutual funds and other investment products («funds»), (ii) infrastructure needed to support such funds as well as additional compensation for shareholder services, start - up fees, infrastructure support and maintenance, and other programs and / or (iii) a fund's attendance at events for FBS's clients and / or representatives, and opportunities for the fund to promote its products and services.

So, clearly a company that has a genuine commitment to: equal opportunities, access to all, and promoting from within will generate more career advancement opportunities and be an environment that more effectively retains top talent.

Unreasonable Capital will invest in industries where impact and profitability are maximized — currently, there is tremendous opportunity in (i) scalable clean - energy solutions, (ii) technologies designed to promote financial inclusion and access, and (iii) innovative mobile solutions focused on agriculture, and (iv) companies that are disrupting consumer supply chains between emerging markets and developed markets.

A private, non-profit organization founded in 1958, NASBE works to strengthen state leadership in educational policymaking, promote excellence in the education of all students, advocate equality of access to educational opportunity, and assure continued citizen support for public education.

For each desired behavior you can explore the evidence, learn what parents told us about these behaviors, identify opportunities to promote healthy behaviors at the point of care, review how to start conversations and access messages and resources to support families.

Parent support programs aim to support and strengthen existing parenting abilities and promote the development of new competencies so that parents have the knowledge and skills needed to carry out child - rearing responsibilities and provide their children with experiences and opportunities that promote child learning and development.14 Parenting support programs typically include the following features: universal access for families, early support to families, and family involvement at all levels of program operation15 Parenting programs often encompass a variety of parenting activities, including, but not limited to, parent and child play groups, parent information classes and support groups, parenting materials, and individualized parent supports provided in response to particular child - rearing concerns or specific parenting questions.

Strategic Plan Focus for July — Goals 2, 3, and 4 World BF Month is the perfect opportunity to promote a culture supportive and accepting of breastfeeding (goal 2) through parties and health fairs, etc., build, link, and ensure access to state and local resources (goal 3) by providing information to moms about resources online and in your community, and to engage stakeholders in alignment of goals and actions to increase breastfeeding support (goal 4) by pulling in other groups that work with moms and babies to help with World Breastfeeding Day / Week / Month (WBM) activities!

A major one went live late last week, and my NWLC colleagues and I have been busy promoting it since: check out the new Faces of Title IX, which tells nine stories of women and girls whose lives have been changed because of the law that guarantees equal access to educational opportunities.

With a background in education, John will also work closely with eligible Western regional schools and communities to promote and encourage all to take advantage of the various opportunities that allow free access and enrollment to state parks, historic sites and its programs.»

The LEAP programme is cash transfer being implemented by the Department of Social Welfare under the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MOGCSP), aimed at reducing poverty by increasing consumption and promoting access to services and opportunities among the extreme poor and vulnerable households, elderly persons 65 years and above without any support and severely disabled persons without any productive capacity and recently, the extremely poor pregnant women and children under 2 years old.

Important rights and entitlements have been removed such as the entitlement to be taught by a qualified teacher, the entitlement to a broad and balanced curriculum and the entitlement to access educational experiences which promote opportunity and achievement and are not based on their parents» ability to pay.

At 11 a.m., the DEC will launch a new statewide recreational initiative increasing access to the state's vast natural resources and promoting low - cost opportunities to explore the great outdoors.

«Because our findings strongly suggest that attending public pre-K helps to promote information access and test taking for gifted and talented programs, with the advent of universal pre-K, the New York City Department of Education has an even greater chance to provide information about public educational opportunities to many more children across all demographic subgroups,» said Weinberg.

Innovative urban design could create increased access to active transport.99 The compact geographical area found in cities presents opportunities to reduce energy use and emissions of heat - trapping gases and other air pollutants through active transit, improved building construction, provision of services, and infrastructure creation, such as bike paths and sidewalks.303, 318 Urban planning strategies designed to reduce the urban heat island effect, such as green / cool roofs, increased green space, parkland and urban canopy, could reduce indoor temperatures, improve indoor air quality, and could produce additional societal co-benefits by promoting social interaction and prioritizing vulnerable urban populations.311, 303

Georgia CORE aims to increase the skills and competencies of the cancer research workforce; raise awareness about the opportunities and benefits of clinical trials; incorporate the perspectives of patients and survivors into clinical cancer research; advocate for clinical trials financing, regulatory improvement and resource development; promote access to and enrollment in clinical trials; and stimulate dialogue and collaboration among multi-disciplinary cancer researchers.

The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with the disease the opportunity to lead full, productive lives by funding research and drug development, promoting individualized treatment, and ensuring access to high - quality, specialized care.

We provide and encourage networking, cooperation and furthering education opportunities for the birth professional community and promote the general public's use of and access to doulas.

How do we ensure that students from different learning environments and backgrounds have the same opportunity and access to activities that promote collaborative learning?

Faculty interests and experiences encompass ensuring equity of access to quality literacy instruction, especially in urban schools, addressing the opportunity gap, promoting effective data - driven school - wide literacy programs, and developing sustainable school - based professional development.

For example, before they even enter our classrooms, black and Latino students from low - income communities face an opportunity gap that affords them unequal access to schools, curricula, and teachers that promote «deeper learning» experiences and STEM dispositions.

A nonprofit organization founded in 1958, NASBE works to strengthen state leadership in educational policymaking, promote excellence in the education of all students, advocate equality of access to educational opportunity and ensure continued citizen support for public education.

As a movement, knowledge - rich schooling has the potential to promote excellence, inspire passion, and enhance educational equity — particularly for children from homes with limited access to books and fewer opportunities than their more affluent peers to travel or visit museums.

How do I balance my opposition to grades as empty signifiers that promote ethically dubious conceptions of merit, with my ethical commitments to my students, who need and use grades as currency for access to future opportunities?

Due to children's need to access healthy foods and opportunities to be physically active in order to grow, learn, and thrive; PUC Schools and its SCHOOLS members is committed to providing school environments that promote and protect children's health, well - being, and ability to learn by supporting healthy eating and physical activity.

«Educators must make their voices heard at all levels — at the local, district, state, and federal levels — to promote equal access to educational opportunities for all students,» said Deb Delisle, ASCD Executive Director and CEO.

And federal government leadership matters in identifying national priorities and promoting equal access to educational opportunities for all students.

As a policy center within Education Commission of the States, AEP has a unique and powerful opportunity to work with key state leaders to advance the 2020 Action Agenda for Advancing the Arts in Education and promote AEP's mission to ensure every child has access to a complete and competitive education that includes the arts.

Commissioner Stephen Pruitt and Kentucky Department of Education are to be commended for encouraging deep engagement of stakeholders across the state and for promoting a vision of greater opportunity and access to an enriching education as a means to increase student success and close achievement gaps.

PCN advances college opportunity by promoting the use of research - based policies and practices, the development of new research that is both rigorous and actionable, and the alignment of efforts across middle school, high school, and higher education in order to improve college access and success for underserved students.

Commissioner Stephen Pruitt and the Kentucky Department of Education are to be commended for encouraging deep engagement of stakeholders across the state and for promoting a vision of greater opportunity and access to an enriching education as a means to increase student success and close achievement gaps.

Assistive technology holds the potential to maximize educational opportunities for individuals with disabilities in inclusive classrooms by promoting access, participation, and learning outcomes (Alper & Raharinirina, 2006; Michaels, Prezant, Morabito, & Jackson, 2002; Rose, Meyer, & Hitchcock, 2005).

She is an active member of the El Monte community, serving on boards and supports organizations that promote quality of life, access to resources, and equitable opportunities for El Monte students.

«District and school administrators overwhelmingly agree with ISBE that every high school junior should have access to a college entrance exam, a policy that promotes equity and access and that provides each and every student with greater opportunities in higher education,» state Superintendent of Education Tony Smith said in a written statement.

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Transformation in curricula and instructional processes may be promoted by offering sufficient access to technology and infusing technology into social studies methods courses while affording opportunities to consider the daily demands of a teacher that may present barriers using technology in the classroom (Berson, 2000; Mason et al., 2000; Rose & Winterfield, 1999; NCATE, 1997).

«District and school administrators overwhelmingly agree with (the State Board of Education) that every high school junior should have access to a college entrance exam, a policy that promotes equity and access and that provides each and every student with greater opportunities in higher education,» state Superintendent Tony Smith said in a statement.

Mark will mainly talk about «the various things Kobo is doing via our blog, Twitter, and Facebook to help promote authors, as well as the really cool contests we have held and will hold that help authors get access to cool services and prizes and opportunities.

National Library Week 2016 is April 10 - 16, and we want to help promote this great opportunity to sign up for a library card, see what's going on at your local library branch, and tell those hard - working library employees how much you appreciate their dedication to reading and access to great literature for all.

Through the AuthorHouse Advertising programs, you get access to a variety of affordable and convenient opportunities to promote your book.

This is your opportunity to get access to a variety of affordable and convenient opportunities to promote your book.

(The short version: the answer depends on whether the purpose of the lending subsidy is to put roofs over peoples» heads or to promote access to the asset building opportunity of homeownership.

Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, or its affiliates, receives compensation in connection with (i) access to, purchase or redemption of, and / or maintenance of positions in mutual funds and other investment products («funds»), (ii) infrastructure needed to support such funds as well as additional compensation for shareholder services, start - up fees, infrastructure support and maintenance, and other programs and / or (iii) a fund's attendance at events for FBS's clients and / or representatives, and opportunities for the fund to promote its products and services.

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is committed to compliance with the E-Government Act to promote the use of the Internet and other information technologies, to provide increased opportunities for citizen access to Government information and services, and for other purposes.

The Marketplace provides your organization a niche opportunity to promote your goods and services to more than 2,350 active CVMA members, as well as non-members accessing the CVMA website searching for recommendations and information on veterinary services and products.

To carry out our humane commitment to the animals of Benton County by operating an open - door shelter and caring for homeless animals; providing education and enrichment programs to promote healthy human - animal bonds; offering access to low - cost services to those in need, with an emphasis on population control; developing progressive outreach programs; setting a high standard of animal care and husbandry; supporting opportunities for clinical education; and enhancing our funding resources to continue expanding these effortTo carry out our humane commitment to the animals of Benton County by operating an open - door shelter and caring for homeless animals; providing education and enrichment programs to promote healthy human - animal bonds; offering access to low - cost services to those in need, with an emphasis on population control; developing progressive outreach programs; setting a high standard of animal care and husbandry; supporting opportunities for clinical education; and enhancing our funding resources to continue expanding these effortto the animals of Benton County by operating an open - door shelter and caring for homeless animals; providing education and enrichment programs to promote healthy human - animal bonds; offering access to low - cost services to those in need, with an emphasis on population control; developing progressive outreach programs; setting a high standard of animal care and husbandry; supporting opportunities for clinical education; and enhancing our funding resources to continue expanding these effortto promote healthy human - animal bonds; offering access to low - cost services to those in need, with an emphasis on population control; developing progressive outreach programs; setting a high standard of animal care and husbandry; supporting opportunities for clinical education; and enhancing our funding resources to continue expanding these effortto low - cost services to those in need, with an emphasis on population control; developing progressive outreach programs; setting a high standard of animal care and husbandry; supporting opportunities for clinical education; and enhancing our funding resources to continue expanding these effortto those in need, with an emphasis on population control; developing progressive outreach programs; setting a high standard of animal care and husbandry; supporting opportunities for clinical education; and enhancing our funding resources to continue expanding these effortto continue expanding these efforts.

• Opportunity to host annual corporate volunteer day * • Opportunity to host annual staff outing or family day * • Complimentary tickets for Wave Hill's celebrated winter Horticultural Lecture Series • Six Corporate Courtesy Cards, entitling the holder to free parking and a 10 % discount in The Shop and Café • Opportunity to invite up to 10 guests to exclusive special events, including Members Night, Members Picnic and An Evening in the Gardens • Complimentary private tour of the gardens and Conservatory with a Horticultural Interpreter; or the gallery with a Curator for up to 10 guests • Opportunity to promote discounts on Wave Hill's website to our Members • Weekday access to rent Glyndor Terrace and any space in Wave Hill House for events such as conferences and retreats, and exclusive weeknight access to rent entire property * • Weekday access to rent grounds for photo and film shoots *

ARTS Obispo, the San Luis Obispo County Arts Council and the local partner of the California Arts Council, advances the visual, literary and performing arts through programs that promote public access to the arts, arts in educational settings, local arts planning and collaboration, and opportunities for artists and arts organizations.