The SBB Research Group Foundation has named Leah Davis a STEM Scholarship recipient
CHICAGO, Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The SBB Research Group Foundation named Leah Davis a recipient of its STEM scholarship. The $2,500 award empowers students to create value for society by pursuing higher learning through interdisciplinary combinations of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
Leah Davis, a senior, studies marine biology at the University of Washington. Her contributions to research studying the myostatin gene pathway in salmonids provided implications for how to best facilitate aquaculture. She also played a significant role in a research project studying Pacific herring in the Puget Sound, the results of which will inform conservation efforts for depleted populations. Additionally, she serves as a mentor for Makah tribal fifth graders in the Riverways Program. Recently, Davis started working on a project in cooperation with tribal, state, and federal entities studying Chinook salmon distribution in nearshore habitats in the Strait of Juan de Fuca.
“Leah is not only dedicated to implementing the knowledge she gains in class but spreading that knowledge to others. We’re thrilled to support her in her efforts,” said Matt Aven, co-founder and board member of the SBB Research Group Foundation.
For eligibility criteria and more information on the Foundation’s STEM scholarship, please visit http://www.sbbscholarship.org.
About the SBB Research Group Foundation The SBB Research Group Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that furthers the philanthropic mission of SBB Research Group LLC (SBBRG), a Chicago-based investment management firm led by Sam Barnett, Ph.D., and Matt Aven. The Foundation sponsors the SBB Research Group Foundation STEM Scholarship, supporting students pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) degrees. In addition to its scholarship program, the Foundation provides grants to support ambitious organizations solving unmet needs with thoughtful, long-term strategies.
Valley Leaders Discuss How Careers in Law Enforcement and First Responders Have Evolved
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce a special panel of the Bridge Forum, “Impact of 9/11,” during which a panel of young Arizona law enforcement and community leaders will discuss how law enforcement and the careers of first responders have changed. The event will take place Monday, Sept. 11 from 8 to 9:15 a.m. at the Travis L. Williams Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.) in Phoenix. The invitation-only event will also be livestreamed to the public at Facebook.com/HeroZonaOrg/Live.
Fireside chat panelists include:
Michael Sullivan, Police Chief, City of Phoenix
Mike Duran III, Fire Chief, City of Phoenix
Special guests include:
Col. Jeffrey Glover, Director, Arizona Department of Public Safety
Oscar De Los Santos, Representative and Assistant Minority Leader, District 11, State of Arizona
Catherine Miranda, Senator, District 11, State of Arizona
Steve Gallardo, Supervisor, District 5, Maricopa County
Kesha Hodge Washington, Councilwoman, District 8, City of Phoenix
“We are honored and thrilled to introduce this year’s panel of Arizona law enforcement and community leaders,” said Alan “AP” Powell, Chairman of AP & Associates – Strategic Alliances and U.S. Army Desert Storm Veteran. “We look forward to discussing how the roles of law enforcement and first responders have evolved over the years from the people on the frontlines. By understanding the past, we can better protect our future, and we are excited for the meaningful discussions that will emerge from this event.”
Ron Williams, HeroZona Foundation president, will serve as the master of ceremonies and the invocation will be done by First Institutional Baptist Church Senior Pastor Dr. Warren H. Stewart, Sr. with a message that includes highlights from the 85040 challenge.
The event will be moderated by Aaron Bare, Co-Founder of the HeroZona Foundation. Harold “HB” Branch will perform a special original poetry reading following the panel.
The event is sponsored by Vitanya Brain Performance, APS, SRP, Equality Health Foundation, City of Phoenix, Phoenix Police Department, Phoenix Fire Department and more. Following the event, 240 Arizona first responders will be given the opportunity to enroll in the Vitanya Brain Performance program, which focuses on increasing brain resistance. The program primarily focuses on providing products, technology, and services that support the subtle neural communication on electrical and chemical levels. It is a revolution in modern neuroscience that reveals how to maximize healthy brain function.
In January 2018, the Scottsdale Police Department implemented 29 new initiatives from the 2017 Scottsdale Bridge Forum, which included establishing sufficient resources for police personnel dealing with trauma, establishing dialogue opportunities with under-served communities, enhancing engagement with the community’s youth and identifying ways to address the needs of the community related to behavioral health.
For more information about the Bridge Forum and to stream its upcoming event on Monday, Sept. 11, visit Facebook.com/HeroZonaOrg.
About the HeroZona Foundation
The HeroZona Foundation is a non-profit organization that empowers Heroes in the community through entrepreneurship, employment, and education. The group works with veterans, first responders and those that bring social good to future generations and under-served communities. The foundation’s mission is to create opportunities for the brave men and women who serve their country, and community, every day. For more information, please visit HeroZona.org.
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Junior Achievement (JA) is filling a critical gap for today’s students who receive limited real-world experience in school, particularly when it comes to money management and career readiness. The nonprofit provides this important personal finance curriculum to kindergarten through high school aged students using a volunteer-led delivery model executed through partnerships with 400 schools, nearly 3,200 educators and more than 8,000 volunteers throughout Arizona.
As a former Junior Achievement alum, Renee Parsons, co-founder of The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation, knows firsthand how important JA’s programs are for students.
“Students learn about basic financial concepts and engage in a hands-on experience at JA BizTown,” said Renee Parsons, co-founder, The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. “There they learn what it takes to manage a business, pay their bills and balance a checkbook. These are valuable skills that prepare students for a successful future as entrepreneurs, business owners and employees.”
JA’s programs seek to narrow income gaps and provide a pathway to the most vulnerable students in hopes of a brighter, more successful and more just future for all. The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation donation will help fund over 2,500 low income students with K-12 financial literacy and workforce readiness programming. Additionally, it will support 1,078 students with JA BizTown programming for two consecutive years.
“Financial literacy is not something most kids are learning at home or in school,” said Bob Parsons, co-founder, The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. “Junior Achievement is delivering this important piece of education in an easy to learn way, preparing kids to succeed as adults.”
JA’s programs help narrow the income gap and provide pathways for Arizona’s most vulnerable students to overcome inequities. Junior Achievement’s programs are working and it’s evident in some of its recent statistics:
90% of alumni report being confident in money management.
85% of alumni say that JA played an important role in fostering a belief they could achieve their goals.
45% of the businesses started by alumni employ more than 20 people, compared to approximately 12% of U.S. small businesses.
60% of Hispanic alumni, 52% of African American alumni and 51% of Caucasian alumni have started one or more businesses during their careers.
About The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation offers support to nonprofit organizations successfully working to empower, educate, nurture, and nourish people during what is often the darkest time of their lives. Founded in 2012 by philanthropists and business leaders Bob and Renee Parsons to provide hope and life-changing assistance to the country’s most vulnerable populations, The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation offers critical funding at critical times to those in need. The Foundation’s giving is driven by the core belief that all people – regardless of race, religion, roots, economic status, sexual orientation, or gender identity – deserve access to quality healthcare, education and a safe place to call home. Follow @WeDealInHope on social media or visit TBRPF.org to learn more about partner organizations and the important work being done in the community.
About Junior Achievement of Arizona Junior Achievement of Arizona (JA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that equips Arizona students to succeed in work and life by giving them the knowledge and skills they need to manage their money, plan for their future, and make smart academic, career and economic choices. Since 1957, JA has taught kids, kindergarten through high school, about financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship. The organization’s hands-on, age-appropriate programs are delivered by more than 8,000 corporate and community volunteers. Despite educational obstacles during the pandemic, JA reached approximately 170,000 students in the 2022-2023 school year. Follow @JAArizona on social media or visit jaaz.org/resources for more free online educational tools.
Events will be held in local, state, and national parks, national forests, and many of the country’s iconic places, including the Vermillion Cliffs, San Juan Islands, Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, and Grand Canyon, Everglades, Shenandoah, Yosemite, and Rocky Mountain national parks. NPLD is also a Fee-Free Day, granting free admission for visitors at federal sites managed by the Bureau of Land Management, USDA Forest Service, National Park Service, and other participating agencies.
Led by the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF), with support from NPLD national corporate sponsor Toyota Motor North America (Toyota), seven federal agency partners, hundreds of state and local partners, and dozens of nonprofit organizations, National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest single-day volunteer effort for America’s public lands.
“NPLD has proven invaluable in our mission to make the environment more accessible, relatable, relevant, and connected to people’s daily lives,” said Sara Espinoza, president and CEO of NEEF. “As we look forward, NEEF is excited to build on this legacy, expanding connections and nurturing a culture of care for our public lands.”
** NPLD Events Around the Country
This year, with hundreds of volunteer events currently registered on NEEF’s website—and more being added each day—there will be plenty of opportunities for the thousands of expected volunteers to get involved in their communities.
Here is just a small sample of events taking place across the country on NPLD:
Yosemite National Park: One of the largest NPLD events, the annual Facelift at Yosemite National Park is expected to draw up to 2,000 volunteers out for a park-wide clean-up. Organized by the Yosemite National Park Volunteer Office and the Yosemite Climbing Association, Facelift attracts climbers from all over the world who spend up to a week giving back to this premier climbing spot. There will be raffle prizes for volunteers, as well as evening programs including guest speakers, film screenings, live music, and more.
** Collaboration That Benefits Public Lands
Partnerships between NEEF and its federal, state, and local partners are essential to the success of National Public Lands Day. This collaboration not only amplifies the impact of NPLD, but also fosters a collective sense of care and responsibility towards our recreational, historic, and cultural public land sites.
“The collaborative spirit of shared stewardship on National Public Lands Day is really energizing,” said National Park Service Director Chuck Sams. “It clearly showcases the appreciation and pride that people have for their public lands. Whether lending a hand on a volunteer work project, attending a special event, or simply enjoying time outdoors, it is a fantastic day for people to connect with their national parks and other public lands.”
On NPLD, in addition to fee-free entry at participating federal and state lands, attendees can participate in diverse volunteer, educational, and interpretive activities, enhancing participation and creating an inclusive environment for a broad audience.
“National Public Lands Day and our partnership with the National Environmental Education Foundation enables us to build diverse new connections with communities across the country, fostering care and commitment to our public lands,” said Forest Service Chief Randy Moore. “This year, we anticipate hosting approximately 10,000 volunteers at more than 250 Forest Service sites throughout the country.”
** Investing in the Future of NPLD
A major component of NPLD is the opportunity to use America’s public lands for education and to raise awareness about the importance of environmental conservation.
With this in mind, NEEF is partnering with Trinity Park Conservancy and Toyota to celebrate National Public Lands Day at Fish Trap Lake Park in West Dallas, Texas. This event will focus on connecting people to public lands in their community, inspiring environmental stewardship, and educating local youth about the environment as part of a three-year, $150,000 grant from NEEF, funded by Toyota, the national corporate sponsor of NPLD.
“Toyota is proud to have supported NPLD for over 20 years and all that it has accomplished,” said Kevin Butt, senior director, environmental sustainability, sustainability & regulatory affairs Toyota. “Throughout this time, NPLD has offered opportunities for community improvement and environmental education to the public as well as our team members.”
Volunteers at the NPLD event will have the opportunity to dive into water quality and environmental science with a fun macroinvertebrate activity, participate in a park clean-up through the park’s new volunteer event series, and provide feedback on future events and infrastructure improvements they would like to see implemented at Fish Trap Lake Park.
** Find Your Event
With hundreds of activities planned for the day, there are ample opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to join the celebration and spend the day giving back to America’s public lands. NEEF’s interactive map allows users to enter their zip code to find events close to home—or wherever they happen to be on National Public Lands Day. More events will be added to the map throughout the month. To learn more about National Public Lands Day, visit https://www.neefusa.org/what-we-do/conservation/national-public-lands-day
“As Hispanic Heritage Month begins, we are proud to start this campaign to let our members, board members, supporters, and partners know that investing in the Latino/a/x/e community displays a strong commitment to building the foundation of the next generation of leaders,” said HACE President and CEO Patricia Mota. “Through these scholarships, HACE will provide these young men and women guidance, confidence, skills, and personal and professional development to equip them with tools and knowledge to have successful careers, make a meaningful impact in their communities, and continue a positive legacy that will live for many years.”
HACE supports future leaders through scholarships such as the Dr. Ervin “Vinny” Caraballo Scholarship to continue their education. Caraballo was on HACE’s Board of Directors and was a driving force on the organization’s programming and growing impact Latino/a/x/e community.
HACE also recently created the UIC LARES Olga Camargo scholarship. Named after Olga Camargo, HACE’s chair emeritus and a University of Chicago (UIC) alumna, this scholarship is administered by The Latin American Recruitment and Educational Services (LARES), a premier academic advising, financial aid and educational assistance unit servicing Latino students at the high school and college levels. LARES assists Latino students interested in pursuing higher education with guidance and support.
“Since we launched our scholarship programs, we’ve awarded up to 40 students annually,” Mota said. “Many have said how the scholarships have helped them achieve their dream of attaining a college education, enrolling into a graduate program, and helping make ends meet while they focus on their education. As a benefactor of scholarships myself, I could not have achieved my higher education, and that’s one of the many reasons I give back to my community.”
About HACE: The Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE) is a national nonprofit dedicated to the employment, development, and advancement of current and aspiring Latino professionals. Since 1982, HACE has served as a resource for Latinos in the workplace and is a subject matter expert for corporations seeking to access diverse talent. Through professional development, resources, and networks, and by facilitating access to meaningful career opportunities, HACE helps Latinos succeed in every phase of their career. With a network of over 97,000 members across the country, HACE works with employers to remain competitive in an increasingly dynamic economy by helping them attract, develop, and retain Latino and diverse professionals. For information, visit https://www.haceonline.org/about-hace/.
In Canada, a spat has broken out between the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) and Indigenous entrepreneurs over the development of Liquified Natural Gas (LNG). CAPE was funded for $492,000 by the McConnell Foundation for a climate campaign; McConnell previously contributed $10 million in 2017 to BlackRock’s Global Renewables Power Fund II. An Aug. 28, 2023, piece in The Hill Times has CAPE members attacking pro-LNG Indigenous groups as proxies for industry. In the Sept. 02, 2023, National Post, policy analyst Melissa Mbarki, policy analyst with the Macdonald Laurier Institute writes that “Trudeau’s net-zero policy violates UNDRIP*, poverty reduction strategy; Indigenous communities are developing energy to address their well-being.” (*United Nations Declaration of Rights for Indigenous Peoples)
In June 2023, the Canadian government’s Justice department issued its UNDRIP Action Plan which calls for a large scale rewriting of all Canadian law to align with UNDRIP. However, as Mbarki points out, Canada’s commitment to NetZero targets conflict with its UNDRIP obligations and promises to enhance the lives of Indigenous people and have them lead economic activities like resource development. Friends of Science says NetZero is a “Holy Grail.“
These issues will be heightened in September, not only due to climate conferences and marches but also the UN Special Rapporteur on Indigenous Human Rights is set to release his report about Canada at the UN Human Rights Council. China has accused Canada of genocide; the outcome of the Special Rapporteur’s report may have significant geopolitical impact on Canada, turning it from a wannabe climate leader to a global pariah.
The climate crisis platform is rapidly collapsing. Climate scientist Patrick Brown revealed in a Sept. 5, 2023 essay in The Free Press, that in order to get published in Nature, he distorted the facts about wildfire. Brown states: “To put it bluntly, climate science has become less about understanding the complexities of the world and more about serving as a kind of Cassandra, urgently warning the public about the dangers of climate change. However understandable this instinct may be, it distorts a great deal of climate science research, misinforms the public, and most importantly, makes practical solutions more difficult to achieve.”
Three new research papers show that recent warming is likely predominantly naturally caused, thus the NetZero targets and persistent demonization of oil, natural gas and coal are misdirected, and large amounts of public funds are being wasted, says Friends of Science Society.
Connolley et al (2023) assesses Northern Hemisphere surface temperature trends since 1850, finding that it is not clear whether warming is human-caused, natural or a bit of both. Soon et al (2023) examines Northern Hemispheric land component of global surface temperatures since this is the most data-rich component, finding that urban heat island effect creates a significant bias effect in temperature measurements. Katata et al (2023) finds that urbanization bias could account for ~20% of the long-term warming.
Friends of Science Society is calling upon people to “Break Free from Climate Tyranny: Evidence Over Ideology.” A recent Friends of Science video discusses the value of The Scientific Method as a means of finding useful knowledge.
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Friends of Science Society is an independent group of earth, atmospheric and solar scientists, engineers, and citizens that is celebrating its 21st year of offering climate science insights. After a thorough review of a broad spectrum of literature on climate change, Friends of Science Society has concluded that the sun is the main driver of climate change, not carbon dioxide (CO2). Friends of Science Society PO Box 61172 RPO Kensington Calgary AB T2N 4S6 Canada Toll-free Telephone: 1-888-789-9597 Web: friendsofscience.org E-mail: contact(at)friendsofscience(dot)org Web: climatechange101.ca
“At Crowley, we value the unique perspectives, talents and ideas of our employees and believe they are what set our organization apart. We know that promoting an inclusive environment helps our people and our business succeed,” said Parker Harrison, Chief Legal and Risk Officer, Crowley. “We are so honored to be recognized for our diversity and inclusion efforts by an organization whose sole purpose is the advancement of women in our industries. We will continue our efforts to foster a workplace that our employees are proud of and feel empowered to drive change within the organization and our industry.”
Crowley has taken several steps to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace:
Established the Inclusion, Diversity and Equity in Action (IDEA) Council, led by employees, to create and lead initiatives to drive an inclusive and supportive environment for team members.
Crowley has also made diversity and inclusion a fundamental part of its overall Sustainability commitment, including publicly disclosing and tracking key performance improvement goals in its annual Sustainability Report.
About Crowley Crowley is a privately held, U.S.-owned and -operated maritime, energy and logistics solutions company serving commercial and government sectors with $3.4 billion in annual revenues, over 170 vessels mostly in the Jones Act fleet and approximately 7,000 employees around the world – employing more U.S. mariners than any other company. The Crowley enterprise has invested more than $3.2 billion in maritime transport, which is the backbone of global trade and the global economy. As a global ship owner-operator and services provider with more than 130 years of innovation and a commitment to sustainability, the company serves customers in 36 nations and island territories through five business units: Crowley Logistics, Crowley Shipping, Crowley Government Solutions, Crowley Wind Services and Crowley Fuels. Additional information about Crowley, its business units and subsidiaries can be found at http://www.crowley.com.
The Xquina Business Ecosystem is central to The Foundation’s transformative efforts. It supports current and emerging entrepreneurs with culturally tailored business programs, technical assistance, workforce training, and capital access. The Ecosystem includes programs like Juntos Lanzamos, Emprendemos, and Avanzamos, covering business planning, marketing, strategy, and financial topics, and offering grants to qualified participants to boost their capital investments.
In 2022, the Xquina Incubator and Café, an important element of the Business Ecosystem, completed all pre-development activities, environment remediation, and the removal of debris and demolition. Phase one of Xquina will be completed in the spring of 2024, servicing the creation of more than 40 new businesses, 15 business partnerships, and 2,500 community engagement hours.
Through the extended efforts of revitalizing Manuel Pérez, Jr. Memorial Plaza, The Foundation has created a new hub for community organizing and cultural events. Some events include El Mercado de Colores Farmer’s Market which operates every Saturday from June to October; it provides customers with organic produce, crafts, and traditionally prepared delicacies. The plaza also hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate new bench installations, signage to promote local events, and honor Manuel Pérez, Jr’s life.
The report concludes with highlights of The Foundation’s 2023-2025 Strategic Plan which features important objectives like mobilizing The Foundation to create the Capital & Micro-Grant Fund and establishing a Database Initiative focusing on measuring economic impact.
About Foundation of Little Village The Foundation of Little Village was founded in August 2018 with a mission to create a socioeconomic impact system for entrepreneurs of color. In this time, the Foundation of Little Village has supported more than 250 local small businesses with culturally relevant educational programming, professional services, workforce training, access to capital, and technical assistance to bridge the digital divide between youth and local businesses. In pursuit of these goals, the Foundation equips local entrepreneurs with access to bilingual, professional programming designed to support and encourage economic growth, educational opportunities, and vibrant wealth creation to more effectively propel the Little Village community forward.
TAIPEI, Sept. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — BizLink (TWSE code: 3665), a major global interconnect solutions provider, is happy to announce that we have won the Asiamoney 2023 Asia’s Outstanding Companies Poll in the “Most Outstanding Company in Taiwan – Automobiles & Components Sector” for the…
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