Sentences with phrase «special community initiatives»

Every week during March, award - winning journalist Kim Tunnicliffe presented reports highlighting the programs and services related to ARL's mission, such as law enforcement, special community initiatives, shelter operations, volunteering, and more!

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It will still hold forum discussions, co-produce special sections in USA Today and put more stores in minority communities as part of the Race Together initiative, according to a company memo from Schultz.

Focuses on special education advocacy, community integration initiatives, and disability rights.

Also speaking, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Community Affairs, Alhaji Tajudeen Quadri urged residents to embrace the new initiative and resist the temptation to dump refuse on road medians.

Such attacks are unlikely to be unleashed on Ms. Davids, an unemployed single mother, and the NYC Parents Union because they have been past allies of the UFT regarding parent leadership, supporting the community schools initiative, pushing charter schools to enroll more special ed students, and keeping teacher evaluations private.

But there was a nary a sign of monies for special initiatives that the community had sought, such as the one proposed by Canadian Institutes of Health Research President Alain Beaudet to craft the parameters of a national dementia strategy.

Los Angeles Opera The Los Angeles Opera supports local arts programs with special matinees of children's operas for students as well as community - wide initiatives.

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We also offer special initiatives to address top issues of the times, such as our current focus on school safety and preserving the sanctity of the classroom, and programming to assist members in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, such as the AACTE Holmes Program and the networked improvement community investigating effective strategies to recruit and retain Black, Hispanic, and Latino men in the teaching profession.

In addition, he joined Joshua DuBois, special assistant to the president and executive director of the White House Office of Faith - Based and Neighborhood Partnerships, at a town hall meeting at Memorial Middle School to announce Together for Tomorrow, a new administration initiative to both spotlight existing community efforts to turn around persistently low - performing schools, and encourage new community engagement that aims to do this for other schools.

Principals have to manage, lead, and are held accountable for: common core; technology initiatives; social and emotional learning; referendum initiatives; math implementation; science implementation; special education, community outreach; reading; testing (local and state); effective instruction; transportation; public relations, parent custody issues, residency; student and staff discipline, evaluations; hiring; parent complaints; bullying; safety issues; budgeting; human resources issues; immigration questions / concerns; school safety, visibility in and out of school; championing the never ending requests and demands from the central office (one of the biggest challenges); the constantly increasing demands around social media and communications; and the barrage of emails / texts demanding immediate response 24/7, just to name a few.

This special relief flight is part of the company's FedEx Cares initiative, through which FedEx will invest $ 200 million in more than 200 global communities by 2020 to create opportunities and deliver positive change around the world.

Recruits volunteers for community outreach initiatives, including special promotions presentations community outings, etc..

We would like to send a special thank you to the Chief and community for having us, and for expressing interest in our spay / neuter initiatives.

The SCAD Museum of Art is a premier contemporary art museum that features emerging and established international artists through commissioned works and rotating exhibitions; engages local communities with special initiatives of an international scope; and serves as a resource for SCAD students and alumni during their academic careers and beyond.

As the Allen and Kelli Questrom Center for Creative Connections Education Director, Moore will be responsible for expanding and redefining educational initiatives at the DMA, which encompass a range of community partnership projects and special events, visiting artist programs, and classes available across the Museum, in the community, and in the DMA's 5,000 - square - foot C3 facility, which includes an Art Studio, Tech Lab, and Theater.

The SCAD Museum of Art features emerging and established voices in the contemporary art world through commissioned artworks and rotating exhibitions; develops rich connections between university curriculum and exhibitions, programming and the museum's collection; engages local communities with special initiatives of an international scope and serves as a resource for SCAD students and alumni during their academic careers and beyond.

The Community Investments Program is responsible for the Arts Commission's grants program, which includes the Cultural Equity Endowment Fund, the Cultural Centers Special Fund, four cultural center buildings, arts education initiatives, and the Street Artist's Licensing Program.

He has served as a special assistant to the Mayor of Seattle for clean energy and climate protection initiatives and as an Assistant Director in Washington's Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development, where he directed the state's Energy Policy Office.

PAIR received a 3 - year Special Initiatives Grant (totaling 100K) by the Barr Foundation for its work to protect vulnerable communities, promote human rights, and protect civil liberties in Massachusetts through legal services and community education.

Assists in coordination of work of codes administration, special events coordinator, Community Legacy, Main Street and other initiatives impacting municipalities, Garrett County Heritage Area Advisor, Garrett Trails Advisor, Park and open space acquisition / easements / development manager, Emergency Management

Japan African - American Friendship Association (City, Japan) 1995 — 2007 President • Organize cultural, educational, and business relationships between African Americans and Japanese citizens • Facilitate interpersonal interactions resulting in enhance respect and appreciation of varied cultures • Coordinate special events including seminars, dinners, and community service initiatives • Responsible for daily operations, finances, etc. in a non-profit setting

Event Meeting Coordinator — Duties & Responsibilities Recruit, train, and direct staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Responsible for varied special event coordination from conception to implementation Oversee event logistics including audio / visual technology, venue, catering, and travel arrangements Manage volunteers and junior staff members ensuring effective, efficient, and professional operations Design and implement strategic business plans, integrated marketing campaigns, and research initiatives Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and timelines Create, launch, and manage «Homeowners Helping the Homeless» a nationwide financial assistance program Recognized for excellence as a relator, sales executive, and customer service specialist Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity Consistently meet or exceed sales goals through networking, in personal sales, and other tactics 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 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 Perform all duties in a professional and courteous manner

Professional Experience Danville Centre for Health and Rehabilitation (Danville, KY) 2008 — Present Community Liaison (2010 — Present) Admission and Marketing Director (2008 — 2010) • Marketed specialty clinical programs for 500 multi-site nursing home beds in Central Kentucky • Designed and implemented comprehensive marketing campaigns including all collateral materials • Generated significant sales through marketing, special events, in - person sales, and other tactics • Trained junior team members in corporate policies and customer service and sales best practices • Successfully secured admissions to 106 bed skilled nursing facility through customer relations and sales initiatives • Set and strictly adhered to departmental budget ensuring efficient and effective operations • Responsible for business plan development, financial oversight, staffing, and team training • Supervised Admissions Assistant and the «Angel Care» resident advocacy team program

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

An efficient, honest, and detailed - oriented employee shows initiative in personal business administration, community volunteer and successful coordination of special event organization and planning.

American Red Cross, East Shoreline Chapter (City, ST) 5/2007 — Present Volunteer Special Event Manager • Assisted staff with the creation and implementation of special events • Designed fundraisers and community outreach / education initiatives • Generated significant revenue and built strong volunteer base • Responsible for inventory, logistics, and personnel manSpecial Event Manager • Assisted staff with the creation and implementation of special events • Designed fundraisers and community outreach / education initiatives • Generated significant revenue and built strong volunteer base • Responsible for inventory, logistics, and personnel manspecial events • Designed fundraisers and community outreach / education initiatives • Generated significant revenue and built strong volunteer base • Responsible for inventory, logistics, and personnel management

The vision of 2020 Mom is brought to life through special projects and events including our annual educational forum, web - based provider training and certification, farm - to - table charity event, community coalition initiative, and other targeted outreach opportunities.

The Alternatives to Addiction Program of Jewish Family Service is made possible through the generous commitment to community by The Kenneth and Marleen Alhadeff Charitable Foundation, the Special Initiatives Fund of the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle and the Employees Community Fund of Boeing Pugcommunity by The Kenneth and Marleen Alhadeff Charitable Foundation, the Special Initiatives Fund of the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle and the Employees Community Fund of Boeing PugCommunity Fund of Boeing Puget Sound.