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News From The Coalition, Inc. |
Friday 22 May 2009 |
Volume 3, Number 35 |
The Coalition, Inc. Board of
Directors Gary R. Adams (President), John
E. Churchville (Treasurer), Yvonne
Haughton (Exec. Secretary), Members: Josephine Blow, Patricia Coyne,
Stanley Daniels, Tom Henry,
Calvin Johnson, Angela
Mohammed, Abdul Malik Raheem Table of content For Our Children … 02 This Week … 08 Employment and Training
Opportunities … 12 Health Matters …13 Green Piece … 20 Grants, Scholarships &
Instruction… 22 SpotLight … 25 Arts for Awareness … 27 Coming Up …27 Computers and Technology … 28 A Hand Up … 28 On The Airways … 31 Page 02 If this publication is being
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return it to usThe Coalition, Inc. Page 04 There once was a farmer
who grew award-winning corn. Each year he entered his corn in the state fair where
it won a blue ribbon. reporter interviewed him
and learned something
interesting about how he grew it. The reporter discovered that
the farmer shared his seed
corn with his neighbors. your best seed corn with
your neighbors when they
are entering corn in
competition with yours each year?" the
reporter asked. "didn't you know? The
wind picks up pollen from the ripening corn and swirls it from field to field. If my neighbors grow inferior
corn, cross-pollination will
steadily degrade the quality of my corn. If I am to grow good corn, I must help my neighbors grow good
corn." who choose to live in
peace must help their neighbors
to live in peace. Those who choose to live well must
help others to live well, for the value of a life is measured
by the lives it touches. And
those who choose to be happy
must help others to find
happiness, for the welfare
of each is bound up with the welfare of all. this: if we are to grow good corn, we must help our
neighbors grow good corn. Page 05
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desires to eat the bread of
dependence, no matter whether it be
from the hand of father, husband, or
brother; for any one who does so eat
her bread places herself in the
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do— begin it. Boldness has genius
and power and magic in it. -
Johann Goethe Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web
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'Maya Angelou is a natural
writer' - which is right after
being a natural heart
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happiness to make you
sweet, enough trials to
make you strong, enough
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enough hope to make you
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Greetings Coalition Family! Malcolm X Celebration A Great Success On Saturday, May 16,2009 the Universal African Peoples Organization (UAPO) held its
20th year annual celebration on the Life and Legacy of Malcolm X (El Hajj Malik El
Shabazz). The theme of this event was "Africa, Obama and the Legacy of Malcolm X "
with the sub theme titled " The Relevancy of Black Talk Radio In Light of Obama's
Presidency". This powerful event was held at Central Baptist Church Educational
Building, 2843 Washington Avenue, St. Louis,Mo. Over 150 people came out to hear poignant messages from the guest speakers who
included Akbar Muhammad, the Internatioal Representative for the Nation of Islam;Bob
Law, nationally known activist and former host of the syndicated talk show, Night Talk;
Bernie Hayes, a pioneer in Black talk radio in St. Louis and Zaki Baruti, human rights
activist and head of the Universal African Peoples Organization who served as the Master
of Ceremonies... Jamil Muhammad, a surprise guest, made a rousing and successful appeal to the
audience to financially support the work of both Akbar Muhammad and the Universal
African Peoples Organization. Zaki Baruti, along with co-founder Safiyah and other UAPO members thanked the
audience for their financial support and attentiveness and the guest speakes for the
valuable information they shared. Pictures to be forthcoming For more info contact Zaki Baruti (314) 477-4629 From: zakibarutiuapo@hotmail.com Attention members of The Coalition, Inc., join our online group now! Group members receive special information intended for Coalition members, and notices received too late to be included in the newsletterDo you have an event or program you want to tell folk about? Find out how to be a guest
on the “Life, Liberty, And The Pursuit Of Happiness” radio program, WNWR ‘New World
Radio’ 1540 AM. Please contact us for available dates and times. FOR OUR CHILDREN
Family Life Expo for Homeschool & Cyber Families Sponsored by Accel Community Cyber Program Saturday, June 6, 2009 10:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m. At the Malcolm X Memorial Park 5200 Pine Street, Philadelphia, Pa *Moon Bounces *Health Resources *Face Painting *Arts & Crafts *Food *Free Games & Activities *Carnival Rides *Blood Pressure Screening *Manicure *Live Music and Entertainment *and much much more!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Cyber students and their families, let’s celebrate the end of the school year together with at bang! Homeschool & Cyber students and their families, let’s celebrate the end of the school
year together with at bang! Veronica Manley ACCEL Community Cyber Program Adolescent Intervention Network 610-352-9925 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Learning for Life High School Career Fair Wednesday, May 27th 10:00 am to 12:00noon at the Wachovia Center The Fair brings together about 1500 students all under one program to help aid with them with determining their career choices. Universities, colleges, trade schools, companies who provide internships and volunteer organizations alike will be on hand offering career opportunities. The LFL Career Fair is a great place for companies, education institutions and career programs to recruit young people. Here's the link to get more information about and register for the 2009 Annual Learning for Life Cultivation Fair to be held 10:00am at the Wachovia Center, Wednesday, May 27th: https://colbsa.doubleknot.com/registration/calendardetail.asp?orgkey=1504&ActivityKey=566751 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Help Creative Kids Club Get Transportation If anyone would like to help the youth raise funds for their summer transportation, please assist us by ordering on-line with
Avon. They will transfer 20% of every order received with our code # (870014), back to us, just by you ordering on-line, and
not in line. It is just like we are your Avon representative and you will be giving the youth the
opportunity to travel throughout the Delaware Valley for free, Avon will be paying for our
ride. Thanks, in advance. Go to the website: beautyfundraising.com Then: Pick: “Register a Fundraiser Customer” Don't forget to write down our code # (870014), it is the only way we will get paid, and by
the way we will know who believes in us, with our monthly report Creative Kids Club organization code is 870014 Yes, please pass this information on to your friends too, we can use everyone's support.
Transportation, is no joke, it costs. PS - Does anyone know of a Auto Dealership that might donate a Van to the Kids Club.
Any close friends, family members who work for dealerships, please let us know. Suggestions appreciated. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Philadelphia Youth Network WorkReady Summer Internships with the City of
Philadelphia: Applications and enrollment information for the Philadelphia Youth Network's WorkReady Summer Internships with City of
Philadelphia municipal government are now available on the Experience!Philadelphia website at
http://www.phila.gov/experiencephila/highschool.html. Potential applicants must be at least 16 years of age (sophomores through seniors in
high school) and Philadelphia residents to apply to the WorkReady Summer Internships
with the City of Philadelphia. Applications must be received by the Philadelphia Youth Network on Friday, May 22,
2009. Please email all inquires to mip@phila.gov or call The Office of Leadership Investment at 215-686-2138. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- 2009 SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOL
STUDENTS
FREE!! MIT announces its MITES Program, (Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science), a challenging 6 week summer program that prepares
promising rising seniors for careers in engineering and science. If you are selected, all
educational, housing, meals and activity costs are covered. You must, however, pay for
your own transportation to and from MIT. To apply, go to http://mit.edu/mites/www GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY Science & Engineering Apprenticeship program
(summer) - This program places academically talented H.S. students (at least 16 yrs old,
sophomores/ juniors) with interest in science & math in Dept. of Defense laboratories for
an 8-wk period over the summer. This is an invaluable experience in the world of
scientific research, with hands-on exposure to scientific & engineering practices not
available in the HS environment. It is a paid apprenticeship ($2,000) and the students are assigned a scientist or engineer as their mentor. To apply online or get more information about the program: http://www.usaeop.com. Students must submit their transcript (minimum GPA 3.0) and teacher recommendation to the program director for consideration and daily transportation is the student's responsibility. Program runs from June 22 - August 14, 2009. FREE!! Princeton University announces its Summer Journalism Program for low-income sophomores or juniors with at least a 3.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) who have an interest in journalism. The cost is free including travel costs to and from Princeton! Apply now! Go to www.princeton.edu/sjp ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- FREE!! The National Center for Health Marketing's Global Health Odyssey Museum is pleased to
offer the 2009 CDC Disease Detective Camp (DDC). DDC is an academic day camp for students who will be high school juniors and seniors during
the 2009-2010 school year. Campers will take on the roles of disease detectives and learn how CDC safeguards the
nation's health. The camp will be offered twice from June 22-26 and July 13-17. For more info and to apply to
go www.cdc.gov/gcc/exhibit/camp.htm . ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- FREE!! The American Legion sponsors a weeklong summer leadership program called Boys
State. This year's program will be held at McDaniel College in Westminster, Maryland from June 21-27. If you are a junior interested in a leadership opportunity see your guidance counselor
right away for more information. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- 2009 Coca-Cola Pre-College Leadership Program The Leadership Center at Morehouse College presents the 2009 Coca-Cola Pre-College
Leadership Program. There are 2 programs, one for male students completing their
sophomore or junior year, and the other for male students completing their senior year.
Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale). The curriculum focuses on personal and interpersonal leadership skills. The program runs from June 20 to June 26. The cost is $400.00. To apply, go to www.morehouse.edu. Application access is listed under "Events at the Leadership Center .." ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- NASA sponsors the National Space Club Scholars Program, a 6 week summer internship at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center.. It is open to
students who will be 16 years old and have completed the 10th grade by June 2009, have demonstrated high academic success, and have an interest in space science or engineering as a career. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens. Applications are available in the Career Center or online at www.education.gsfc.nasa.gov/pages/placement.html Apply now! ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- University of Maryland, College Park: Women in Engineering, E2@UMD, July 12-18 or
July 19-25; rising juniors and seniors. Go to www.wie.umd.edu/precollege or call 301-405-3283. University of Maryland Young Scholars Program targets rising juniors and seniors who
have a strong academic record and a desire to excel to experience college life while earning three academic credits. 14 courses are offered for three weeks from July 12 ? 31, 2009. Visit www.ysp.umd.edu/pr ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- CITY YEAR, WASHINGTON DC (Americorps) – Graduating seniors who are not sure what they want to do after high school should
consider applying for a paid community service position with City Year, Washington, DC,
a group of 17-24 year olds committed to full-time service for ten months in the Washington, DC community. Benefits include: living stipend ($200 per week), health care coverage, free metro pass, and $4,725 educational scholarship. For more info: www.cityyear.org or email: cmurphy@cityyear.org/dc or call:
202-776-7780, Amanda Seligman. Recruitment open houses will be held once a month at their headquarters: 918 U Street,
NW, 2nd floor, Washington D.C. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- EXTRA-EXTRA-EXTRA HOT OFF THE CREATIVE KIDS CLUB PRESS DON'T SLEEP ON THIS ONE! KIDS CAN BOWL FOR FREE ALL SUMMER LONG FROM: MAY TO SEPTEMBER GO TO THE WEB SITE AND DO WHAT THEY TELL YOU TO DO IT’S FOR FREE, 2 GAMES EVERYDAY PER CHILD AND IF YOU WANT TO BOWL TOO, CHECK OUT THE CRAZY PRICES FOR A FAMILY
PACK. ONCE AGAIN THIS IS BROUGHT TO YOU VIA: CREATIVE KIDS CLUB PEACE, GEORGETTE KING ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- After School Programs/Camps Many successful adults started gaining valuable experience during the summer months
through volunteer opportunities, summer camps, mentoring programs, or obtaining their
first job. On the www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia website, there are listings for most of these
opportunities. On the After School Programs/Camps parent handout you will find dozens of listings for
activities. On the Employment handout you will find leads for jobs including the Work Ready
Programs and the "Summer in the City" internship Program at City Hall. On the Teen handout, you will also find volunteer and job opportunities for Teens. Please help our city's Teen s with that first step to future success by linking them up with
these opportunities. Daniel R. Taylor, D.O., FAAP Assistant Professor Drexel University College of Medicine Director Community Pediatrics and Child Advocacy City Administrator Cap4Kids www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia St. Christopher's Hospital for Children Front and Erie Philadelphia, PA 19134 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Online resources for parents: www.chestercountymoms.com,
www.germantownavenueparents.com, www.norristownmom.com. This Week… Support Those Who Support You! On Tuesday, May 26 twelve people of faith will face trial for an act of conscience witnessing against the plague of violence in
our streets and our communities fueled by the availability of illegal weapons. Tuesday, May 26 9:00 AM Room 1003 in the Criminal Justice Center at 13th & Filbert Sts. Philadelphia, PA In January 2009, 12 people were arrested while participating in nonviolent direct action to
pressure Colosimo's Gun Center to sign a Code of Conduct for Responsible Gun
Dealers. Following several weeks of discussion between the gun shop owner and a
delegation of local religious leaders, these 12 individuals went to the store to once again
ask the owner to sign the code. They remained there waiting for his agreement, and were
arrested. ... We need to show that we are willing to risk, to sacrifice, to struggle for ourselves, for
them and with them. Kemah... 484-432-1242 Detailed information available in The Coalition, Inc. Group ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Teens Go Green for Summer Jobs
Improving life chances for youth and young adults This summer marks the 34th year GPUAC will provide summer employment experiences
to more than 1,000 youth throughout the city. Working in partnership with the Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN) through its WorkReady Program, GPUAC will offer internships to youth, ages 14-24, between July 6 and August 14. New this year, GPUAC received a special grant for $91,500 from PYN to expand its current summer youth employment programs with the launching of a new model called GPUAC & Bartram Go Green, a project to help youth from underserved communities get into the pipeline for green jobs of the future. This unique partnership with John Bartram High School will offer a service learning work experience for 75 youth in Southwest Philadelphia with a "go green" theme. Their internship will educate and expose them to green career options. There are a number of GPUAC programs and partners that serve youth in Southwest Philadelphia where Bartram is located, including the Blueprint for a Safer Philadelphia, the Saving Homes/Saving Neighborhoods foreclosure prevention program and the Youth Outreach Adolescent Community Awareness Program (YOACAP). Teens interested in summer employment through GPUAC must be 14-24 years of age (on or before July 1); a resident of the City of Philadelphia; meet specific income guidelines; and be eligible to work in the U.S. Applications for employment may be obtained by calling 215-851-1800. All applications must be completed by May 31st. Employers interested in hiring youth should contact Deborah Goode or Tremayne Melton at 215-851-1908 or 215-851-1772. GPUAC Priorities is a regular update of the Coalition's activities and is distributed weekly to GPUAC board members and program managers. It celebrates GPUAC's priorities, which emphasize the key strategies for supporting families and communities: improving life chances for youth and young adults, building wealth in urban communities, and strengthening the nonprofit sector. Editor: Mary-Anne Smith, 215-851-1794, msmith@gpuac.org . ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- The 2008 –09 La Belle Community Football League National Champions… Having Mini-Camps, Tryouts, in search of New Talent, Sponsors and Donors The La Belle Community Football League, better known as the LCFL is a full contact Adult Football league that emulates the
structure of the NFL The LCFL played their inaugural season in 2003 in Philadelphia, PA. The league was co-founded in Philadelphia, by music
luminary Ms. Patti LaBelle and her manager, Mr. Damascene Pierre Paul. The Labelle Community Football League and Philadelphia’s finest Professional minor league football team; will have tryouts
and mini-camps starting in April, 2009. They are being held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 7:00 -900: PM @ Benjamin Johnston Memorial Stadium, the home field of the Philadelphia Panthers. The stadium is located on 1110 Sedgwick Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19150. Potential Panthers are to bring cleats, workout gear and the mindset to making and assisting the team in winning the 2010
LCFL National Championship. We are also looking for quality donors, partners and sponsors to assist a great minor league
football organization. With the addition of several new teams, these teams, along w/the LCFL veteran teams; will be looking
to derail us, the 2008-09 LCFL Champions, from our championship reign. The Panthers will Prowl through the 2009 LCFL
season which runs from July-September during the regular season, October-November during the playoffs and January 2010,
for the LCFL Championship Game. We completed a successful 2008 season the renowned NAFL, finishing the regular season with a 6-4 record winning the
division, regional and conference titles and going undefeated during the playoffs and during our Tournament of Champions
exhibition games. We won the Labelle Community Football League National Championship; with a 52-41 victory over the
LCFL West Coast Champion, the San Diego Thunder. We were involved in various community service events last year and
plan to continue our services in 2009; throughout Philadelphia. If you’re looking for a great team to be affiliated with, the Panthers are the team to Prowl with. Your business/company logo
can be seen throughout the Northeast coast, down south and in California. With over frequent website visits monthly, potential
clients will definitely view your logo/site. For more information, please contact Director of Communications Quiana Montgomery @ 215-834-7087 and at
Quiana76@aol.com . The Philadelphia Panthers www.phillypanthers.org www.lcfl.org Andreas Roberts Sr. General Manager 267.446.4895 EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES Summer Work At Delta Delta's Summer Airport Customer Service program – Looking for people who want to work full-time during the summer months only; Front-line service - assisting customers at check-in and baggage handling. Employees will receive $10.82 per hour as well as worldwide travel privileges that enable them to fly on Delta. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, able to lift at least 70lbs, authorized to work in the US, have a H.S. diploma/GED equivalent as well as a valid driver's license and the ability to pass an extensive background check and drug test. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- ENTRY LEVEL WEATHERIZATION TRAINING: Four weeks; certificate of completion. Intro to residential energy efficiency, basic carpentry, air sealing, insulation, and heater
maintenance. Qualify to work for the Weatherization Assistance Program, contractors and related private companies. “While
ECA cannot guarantee every participant a job, we plan to hire 10 students from the first class, and we have partnered with
other career professionals to help place all the trainees.” ENERGY COORDINATING AGENCY ---GET YOUR GREEN COLLAR JOBS HERE ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Philadelphia Youth Network WorkReady Summer Internships: Do you have a child, family member or friend who is, or do you know a high school
student? The City of Philadelphia will host Philadelphia high school students in part-time
paid internships for six weeks over the summer. Please visit our website for program
and application materials. Best Regards, The Office of Leadership Investment Stephanie Tipton Dominique Aubry Tara Mohr 714 Market St., Suite 304, Philadelphia, Pa 19106 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- HEALTH MATTERS (If you, a friend, or loved one are trying to kick the habit of smoking, please pay attention to this column over the next
few weeks.) Secondhand Smoke What is secondhand smoke? Secondhand smoke is also known as environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) or passive smoke. It is a mixture of 2 forms of
smoke that comes from burning tobacco:
When non-smokers are exposed to secondhand smoke it is called involuntary smoking or passive smoking. Non-smokers
who breathe in secondhand smoke take in nicotine and other toxic chemicals just like smokers do. The more secondhand
smoke you are exposed to, the higher the level of these harmful chemicals in your body. Why is secondhand smoke a problem? Secondhand smoke causes cancer Secondhand smoke is classified as a "known human carcinogen" (cancer-causing agent) by the US Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA), the US National Toxicology Program, and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a branch
of the World Health Organization. Tobacco smoke contains over 4,000 chemical compounds. More than 60 of these are known or suspected to cause cancer. Secondhand smoke causes other kinds of diseases and deaths Secondhand smoke can cause harm in many ways. In the United States alone, each year
it is responsible for:
Pregnant women exposed to secondhand smoke are also at increased risk of having low birth weight babies. Secondhand smoke may be linked to breast cancer An issue that is still being studied is whether secondhand smoke may increase the risk of breast cancer. Both mainstream and
secondhand smoke contain about 20 chemicals that, in high concentrations, cause breast cancer in rodents. And we know that
in humans, chemicals from tobacco smoke reach breast tissue and are found in breast milk. Any link between secondhand smoke and breast cancer risk in human studies is still being debated. This is partly because
breast cancer risk has not been shown to be increased in active smokers. One possible explanation for this is that tobacco
smoke may have different effects on breast cancer risk in smokers and in those who are exposed to secondhand smoke. A report from the California Environmental Protection Agency in 2005 concluded that the evidence regarding secondhand
smoke and breast cancer is "consistent with a causal association" in younger women. This means that the secondhand smoke
acts like it could be a cause of breast cancer in these women. The 2006 US Surgeon General's report, The Health
Consequences of Involuntary Exposure to Tobacco Smoke, found that there is "suggestive but not sufficient" evidence of a
link at this point. In any case, women should be told that this possible link to breast cancer is yet another reason to avoid being
around secondhand smoke. Secondhand smoke kills children and adults who don't smoke, and makes others sick (Surgeon General's report) The 2006 US Surgeon General's report reached some important conclusions:
Where is secondhand smoke a problem? There are 4 places where you should be especially concerned about exposure to secondhand smoke: Your workplace The workplace is a major source of secondhand smoke exposure for adults. Secondhand smoke meets the standard to be
classified as a potential cancer-causing agent by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the federal
agency responsible for health and safety regulations in the workplace. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
(NIOSH), another federal agency, also recommends that secondhand smoke be considered a possible carcinogen in the
workplace. Because there are no known safe levels, they recommend that exposures to secondhand smoke be reduced to the
lowest possible levels. Secondhand smoke in the workplace has been linked to an increased risk for heart disease and lung cancer among adult
non-smokers. The Surgeon General has said that smoke-free workplace policies are the only way to do away with secondhand
smoke exposure in the workplace. Separating smokers from non-smokers, cleaning the air, and ventilating the building cannot
prevent exposure if people still smoke inside the building. An extra bonus besides protecting non-smokers is that workplace
smoking restrictions may also encourage smokers to quit. Public places Everyone can be exposed to secondhand smoke in public places, such as restaurants, shopping centers, public transportation,
schools, and daycare centers. Some businesses seem to be afraid to ban smoking, but there is no credible evidence that going
smoke-free is bad for business. Public places where children go are a special area of concern. Your home Making your home smoke-free may be one of the most important things you can do for the health of your family. Any family
member can develop health problems related to secondhand smoke. Children are especially sensitive to secondhand smoke. Asthma, lung infections, and ear infections are more common in
children who are around smokers. Some of these problems can be serious and even life-threatening. Others may seem like
small problems, but they add up quickly: think of the expenses, doctor visits, medicines, lost school time, and often lost work
time for the parent who must take the child to the doctor. In the United States, 21 million, or 35% of children live in homes
where residents or visitors smoke in the home on a regular basis. About 50% to 75% of children in the United States have
detectable levels of cotinine, the breakdown product of nicotine, in their blood. Think about it: we spend more time at home than anywhere else. A smoke-free home protects your family, your guests, and
even your pets. The car Cars are another place that you can be exposed to secondhand smoke. Americans spend a great deal of time in cars, and if
someone smokes there, hazardous levels of smoke can build up quickly. Again, this can be especially harmful to children. In
response to this fact, the US Environmental Protection Agency has a special program to encourage people to make their cars,
as well as their homes, smoke-free. What about smoking odors? There is no research in the medical literature about the cancer-causing effects of cigarette odors. Research does show that
secondhand tobacco smoke can get into hair, clothing, and other surfaces. Though unknown, the cancer-causing effects would
likely be very small compared to direct exposure to secondhand smoke, such as living in a house with a smoker. What can be done about secondhand smoke? Local, state, and federal authorities can enact public policies to protect people from secondhand smoke and protect children
from tobacco-caused diseases and addiction. Because there are no safe levels of secondhand smoke, it is important that any
such policies be as strong as possible, and that they do not prevent action at other levels of government. Many US local and state governments, and even federal governments in some other countries, have decided that protecting the
health of employees and others in public places is of the utmost importance. Many have passed clean indoor air laws in recent
years. While the laws vary from place to place, they are becoming more common. Detailed information on smoking restrictions
in each state is available from the American Lung Association at http://slati.lungusa.org. To learn how you can become involved in helping to promote laws to reduce exposure to secondhand smoke, you can visit
ACS CAN on the Web at www.acscan.org and see what's happening across the country. The Web site can also take you to
your state's page so you can find out what is going on there. Or you can call ACS CAN at 1-888-NOW I CAN
(1-888-669-4226). Additional resources Other organizations* In addition to the American Cancer Society, other sources of information and support include: American Heart Association American Lung Association Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Cancer Institute Smokefree.gov *Inclusion on this list does not imply endorsement by the American Cancer Society. No matter who you are, we can help. Contact us anytime, day or night, for information and support. Call us at
1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345) or visit www.cancer.org. References American Cancer Society. Cancer Facts & Figures 2008. Atlanta, GA. 2008. American Lung Association. Secondhand Smoke Fact Sheet. Available at:
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smokers in four countries: findings from the International Tobacco Control (ITC) Four Country Survey. Tobacco Control.
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Available at: www.oehha.ca.gov/air/environmental_tobacco/pdf/app3partb2005.pdf. Accessed October 3, 2008. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health. Current Intelligence
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October 3, 2008. Environmental Protection Agency. Respiratory Health Effects of Passive Smoking: Lung Cancer and Other Disorders.
Washington, DC: Environmental Protection Agency; 1992. (Report # EPA/600/6-90/006F) Available at:
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Pediatrics. 2007;120:497-502. Patten CA, Gilpin E, Cavin SW, et al. Workplace smoking policy and changes in smoking behaviour in California: A suggested
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States. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 2002;156:1094-1100. Steenland K. Passive smoking and the risk of heart disease, JAMA. 1992;267:94-99. US Department of Health and Human Services. 11th Report on Carcinogens. Public Health Service -- National Toxicology
Program. 2005. Available at:
http://ntp.niehs.nih.gov/ntpweb/index.cfm?objectid=035E5806-F735-FE81-FF769DFE5509AF0A. Accessed October 3,
2008. US Department of Health and Human Services. The Health Consequences of Involuntary Exposure to Tobacco Smoke: A
Report of the Surgeon General. Washington, DC: Department of Health and Human Services; 2006. Available at:
www.surgeongeneral.gov/library/secondhandsmoke/. Accessed October 3, 2008. Last Medical Review: 10/15/2008 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Boot Camps With A Purpose Sweat it out to help others with local dude Matt Sgro’s Boot Camps with a Purpose.
Starting tomorrow (and every Saturday), meet up with a participating trainer located
everywhere from Philly to Coatsville, pay $15, and the instructor involved donates all the
money from each session to the charity of his or her choice. If saving the whales while
doing downward dog’s more your speed, go to Sgro’s site and find a like-minded yogi. And it’s not just around here: Trainers across the nation are signing up in support of a
cause. It’s quite the epidemic. To find a boot camp, go to bootcampswithapurpose.com/ ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Get Fresh! Volunteer with Philabundance Fresh for All You recycle out the wazoo and consider yourself consigliore of the enviro-sack mafia. Hence, a cause you can believe in: Philabundance wants to fill those ubiquitous bags
with produce through its new Fresh for All program. And you can help by volunteering. The nonprofit hands out perishables at six sites in the Delaware Valley — where
nutritious diet staples are hard to come by, especially in tough times. With a minimum three-hour commitment, you’ll keep busy. Help with admin, approve clients, or do community outreach (posting mailings, making
phone calls). Looking for something physical? Take food to sites, divide apples, and dole out the goods. You’ll be doing a major part to help people get the fruits and veggies they need. And that’s a green movement to be proud of. To participate in Fresh for All, contact Tunisia Garnett (215-339-0900 ext. 238 or
For more information, go to www.philabundance.org ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- GREEN PIECE Free trees available to Logan residents Under the umbrella of the Northwest Philadelphia Greening Initiative, the Logan
Community Development Corporation is offering free trees to residents in the Logan
community. The types of trees were carefully selected and approved by the Fairmount Park
Commission, and are especially designed for inner city environments. They do not grow
very tall and their roots do not penetrate gas, water or drain lines. The actual planting of
these trees will be in the early to late spring. To obtain trees, the coverage area must be surveyed to determine what type of approved
trees can be planted and a Pennsylvania One Call Inspection must be completed to
locate utilities. The coverage area will be designed by a landscape architect who will
plan the planting locations of the trees. For more information, email here or call 215-457-3014. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Doing Nothing Doesn’t Do Anything! Friends of the Wissahickon Offers Lectures on Global Warming and Children’s
Connection with Nature May 27, 2009 (7:30 pm-8:30 pm)
Free! Friends of the Wissahickon (FOW) is offering free lectures on reducing global warming and the growing disconnection
between children and nature at Chestnut Hill Library this spring. These lectures are offered through FOW’s Protect Our
Watershed program, launched in 2006 to resolve erosion problems in the Wissahickon by identifying sources of storm water
runoff, developing educational programs for property owners, and providing conservation easements. For more information on FOW or the Protect Our Watershed program, visit www.fow.org or call 215-247-0417. Denise Larrabee Recycling Services Inc. in Pottstown takes styrofoam on Saturday and Tuesday
mornings. http://www.recyclingservices.org/ ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Do your part, see ‘Deforest Your life’ in The Coalition, Inc. Group ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- For sustainable enterprise go to Green Jobs Phillyhttp://www.greenjobsphilly.org/news GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS & INSTRUCTION Student Achievement and Learning & Leadership Grants NEA Foundation Accepting Applications for Student Achievement and Learning &
Leadership Grants Programs Deadline: October 15, 2009 The NEA Foundation (http://www.neafoundation.org/) supports a variety of efforts by
teachers, education support professionals, and higher education faculty and staff to
improve student learning in public schools, colleges, and universities across the United
States. The foundation is accepting applications for the following grant programs: The Learning & Leadership Grants program provides opportunities for teachers,
education support professionals, and higher education faculty and staff to engage in
high-quality professional development and lead their colleagues in professional growth.
Grants to individuals fund participation in professional development experiences such
as summer institutes and action research. Grants to groups fund collegial study,
including study groups, action research, lesson study, and mentoring experiences for
faculty or staff new to an assignment. The grant amount is $2,000 for individuals and
$5,000 for groups. The Student Achievement Grants program provides grants of $5,000 each to improve the
academic achievement of students by engaging in critical thinking and problem solving
that deepen knowledge of standards-based subject matter. The work should also
improve students’ habits of inquiry, self-directed learning, and critical reflection.
Proposals for work resulting in low-income and minority student success with honors,
advanced placement, and other challenging curricula are particularly encouraged. Grant
funds may be used for resource materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, software,
and scholars-in-residence. Applicants must be practicing U.S. public school teachers in grades K-12, public school
education support professionals, or faculty and staff at public higher education
institutions. Visit the NEA Foundation Web site for complete grant program information. RFP Link: http://fconline.foundationcenter.org/pnd/15016125/neafdn For additional RFPs in Education, visit: http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/cat_education.jhtml ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Student Achievement and Learning & Leadership Grants NEA Foundation Accepting Applications for Student Achievement and Learning &
Leadership Grants Programs Deadline: October 15, 2009 The NEA Foundation (http://www.neafoundation.org/) supports a variety of efforts by
teachers, education support professionals, and higher education faculty and staff to
improve student learning in public schools, colleges, and universities across the United
States. The foundation is accepting applications for the following grant programs: The Learning & Leadership Grants program provides opportunities for teachers,
education support professionals, and higher education faculty and staff to engage in
high-quality professional development and lead their colleagues in professional growth.
Grants to individuals fund participation in professional development experiences such
as summer institutes and action research. Grants to groups fund collegial study,
including study groups, action research, lesson study, and mentoring experiences for
faculty or staff new to an assignment. The grant amount is $2,000 for individuals and
$5,000 for groups. The Student Achievement Grants program provides grants of $5,000 each to improve the
academic achievement of students by engaging in critical thinking and problem solving
that deepen knowledge of standards-based subject matter. The work should also
improve students’ habits of inquiry, self-directed learning, and critical reflection.
Proposals for work resulting in low-income and minority student success with honors,
advanced placement, and other challenging curricula are particularly encouraged. Grant
funds may be used for resource materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, software,
and scholars-in-residence. Applicants must be practicing U.S. public school teachers in grades K-12, public school
education support professionals, or faculty and staff at public higher education
institutions. Visit the NEA Foundation Web site for complete grant program information. RFP Link: http://fconline.foundationcenter.org/pnd/15016125/neafdn For additional RFPs in Education, visit: http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/cat_education.jhtml ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- NIH Summer Institute on Community-Based Participatory Research The National Institutes of Health has announced the 2nd summer institute. We are thrilled to see that the organizers have
responded to Community-Campus Partnerships for Health’s (CCPH) comments on last year's summer institute. When the 1st NIH institute on CBPR was announced, CCPH expressed concern about its exclusive focus on academic
researchers. In CBPR, the community is involved at the very start of the research, so it was incongruent that the institute did not include the community partners or acknowledge the possibility of a community
partner as a principal investigator or co-PI. This summer's institute has been designed for community-academic partner teams (see below for details). CCPH has successfully implemented community-academic partner team-based model of
CBPR training: http://depts.washington.edu/ccph/pdf_files/2005CBPRInstituteApp3-25.pdf and
http://depts.washington.edu/ccph/pdf_files/2005%20Summer%20Institute%20Agenda.pdf The training curriculum, "Developing and Sustaining CBPR Partnerships" is available
online at www.cbprcurriculum.info. If you're interested in bringing a CBPR training workshop or institute to your location,
contact CCPH senior consultant Rachel Vaughn at sliccph@mcw.edu for more
information. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENTS ARE NOT APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS Even if you do not have a college-aged child at home, please share this with someone
who does, pass this scholarship information on to anyone and everyone that comes to
mind. Though there are a number of companies and organizations that have donated
moneys for scholarship use to African Americans, a great deal of the money is being
returned because of a lack of interest. No one is going to knock on our doors and ask if we can use a scholarship. Take the initiative to get your children involved. There is no need for money to be
returned to donating companies because we fail to apply for it. Please pass this informa tion on to family members, nieces, nephews, and friends with
children etc. We must get the word out that money is available. If you are a college
student or getting ready to become one, you probably already know how useful
additional money can be. Our youth really could use these scholarships. Thanks!! For a list of scholarships please visit our group ‘The Coalition, Inc.’
http://groups.google.com/group/coalition-the ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- SpotLight ON OUR EFFORTS The big idea: Smart cities embrace sustainability By Thomas J. Walsh What it means: The term “sustainability” boils down to the “triple bottom line” for any company or program: Its impact on people, its impact
on the planet and its profitability. The embrace of profits as one of the three elements of the triple bottom line is sensible, not cynical – we can make a good
living from living well. Besides, marrying a movement to money does wonders for its viability, and that’s what makes the term different from, say,
‘60s farming communes. “To just say ‘green’ ... too often, that leaves out the impact on people and jobs, the social-justice impact,” says Leanne
Krueger-Braneky, executive director of the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia (SBN) Sustainability is more all encompassing than any single definition or catch phrase. To City Planning Director Alan Greenberger,
sustainability ia as close as the buildings where we live and work., form studio apartments to the Comcast Center, but also
construction of new roads and bridges that factors in storm-water management and open space. it’s about meeting the needs
of the present without messing up the future “Sewers are probably one of the more important and least sexy things out there,” Greenberger said. “Cities are by their very
definition pretty impervious, so water is diverted into sewers.” When a city does that well, it sustains a big resource while
sustaining health. And that sustains energy. Which sustains financial resources. And so on and on. Underground cisterns, like the system at the new Salvation Army building in Hunting Park, collect rainwater for use in irrigating
the site. Such effective water management is a huge help. How does Philadelphia stack up: Philly place sin the top 10 (of the nation’s 50 largest cities) in four sustainability categories, according to SustainLane’s 2008
rankings: city commuting, metro transit rider ship, locally produced food and natural disaster risk (not including Eagles draft
day). We’re in the top 20 for six other categories, including tap-water quality, “a green economy” and housing affordability. Most important, in 2008, Mayor Nutter created an office of Sustainability and made it a cabinet-level post. Penn heavyweight
Mark Alan Hughes runs it, and he tends to instill instant religion in those who hear him speak. And while we may not be at the level of a Portland or Seattle, for a large East Coast town that was dominated by
manufacturing not so long ago, we are somewhat of a leader. Wednesday, Mayor Nutter unveils “Greenworks Philadelphia,” an comprehensive framework to make Philadelphia the
greenest city in the U.S. by 2015. It sets goals in five areas – energy, environment, equity, economy and management. Posted on Tue, Apr. 28, 2009 ARTS FOR AWARENESS Jus’ Words at Dowlings Place
1310 No. Broad St. Phila Every Thurs. 9pm to 1am · Poets · Rappers · Singers · Spoken Word Artists ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- COMING UP 2009 Daycare Provider Showcase The Provider to Provider Initiative, a not-for-profit organization serving Philadelphia area
childcare providers, is sponsoring its third annual Childcare Provider Showcase . Families will enjoy a day full of activities, carnival rides, food, music, resource
information and more. The 2009 Daycare Provider Showcase will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2009 from 10:00
a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 5200 Pine Street in Philadelphia with an expected attendance of over
1000. This family affair will have something for everyone. Childcare Providers from all around the city will gather together to showcase the
uniqueness of their centers and distribute valuable information to those in the
community looking for quality childcare. We are looking for childcare providers and vendors for this event. This is a FREE event, everyone is welcome to participate. To register as a vendor or a childcare provider, please call 610-352-9925. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- * * * Outside PA * * * 2009 National Black Power Conference Update Friday, May 22, Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, 2009 (Malcolm X Birthday Weekend ) in Atlanta, Georgia. Mike Roberts Crown Plaza Hotel,
Marietta Georgia. 1775 Parkway Place Marietta Georgia www.crownplaza.com/atlanta-marietta Rooms at $79.00 per night and lower. Conference contacts: Phone (202) 397-4577 and (404) 424- 3560 Email: blackpowerconference@gmail.com. Websites: www.blackpowermovement.org www.newblackpanther.com www.blfj.org VENDING: Please email blackpowerconference@gmail.com Sponsor: Black Power Movement, New Black Panther Party, Black Lawyers for Justice If you desire to attend or are an activist, organizational representative or leader we want to hear from you right away! COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
Free Online Computer InstructionSee ‘Archives’ at www.Ustream.tv/channel/cbm-tv ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- A HAND UP! CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY AND THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LETTER
CARRIERS TEAM UP TO STAMP OUT HUNGER! Nation’s Largest One-Day Food Drive Helps The Increasing Number of Americans Struggling with Hunger To help Stamp Out Hunger! this year, simply leave a sturdy bag containing
non-perishable foods, like canned soup, canned vegetables, pasta, rice or cereal, next to
your mailbox prior to the time of regular mail delivery on May 9. Food items should be in
non-breakable containers, such as boxes and cans. The nation’s 230,000 letter carriers
will be collecting donations from homes across the country and delivering them to food
bank members of Feeding America (formerly America’s Second Harvest – The Nation’s
Food Bank Network) and other hunger relief organizations in more than 10,000 local
communities. Contact: Mike Gehrig 512-794-4712 John Faulkner 856-342-3738 john_w_faulkner@campbellsoup.com For more information about the annual Stamp Out Hunger! effort in your community, ask your letter carrier, contact your local post office or visit www.helpstampouthunger.com. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Got Space?
Local Non-Profit is looking for room to grow!
For My Daughter Library is looking for about
700 square feet of indoor space for our exciting Youth Program.
Requirements:
Secure, yet visible from the street
Room for desks and tables (no more than 10)
Spacious enough for computers and lots of books
Year round, weekday and weekend access
Really, reasonable rent!
Contact:
Yvonne 267-795-7811
director@formydaughterlibrary.org IT’S HERE!! Our group A HAND UP! Is now open, please go to: In response to the needs of many grassroots organizations for the basic tools to
implement and sustain their ideas and projects, The Coalition, Inc. members have come
together to establish a network to facilitate the distribution/re-distribution of unwanted,
unneeded, surplus and even repairable items for recycling. · If you have office supplies, electronics, office furniture, you are updating, or no
longer use, free up that space by offering them to someone who can get good use from
it. · If you have office space you do not have an immediate use for, offer it to
home-based organizations for a few hours a week as a meeting place. · If you have special skills such as grant/proposal writing, website
design/maintenance, or computer skills, please Contact Us share your expertise and
educate others. · If your organization offers aid to the less fortunate such as meals, clothing, resume' writing, job search, SAT/LSAT coaching, GED classes, scholarship
help etc., share it Here To join The Coalition go to: www.TheCoalitionInc.org and download a copy of the
Pledge of Commitment and return it to us The.Pa.Coalition@gmail.com Those in need of particular equipment, furnishings or supplies are encouraged to join to
this group (A HAND UP!) to inquire if others are able to assist. Any group or individual may make donations, but individuals who wish to request
donations must do so through a member organization. Organizations are encouraged to post notices of ongoing or special community service programs that are open to the public i.e. Food Banks; seasonal clothing/toys; fuel programs, etc. To post: Click Here or Mail to: A Hand Up! You may also offer or make requests anonymously through the group moderators who
will arrange pick up/delivery via a third party. If you wish to assist others by making transportation available for pickups or deliveries,
please let a group moderator know. To join: A Hand Up! Remember to support The Coalition, Inc.’s on-air personalities… NEW TIME! Straight Up WORD with Dr. John Elliott Churchville, Senior Pastor of The Liberation Fellowship Church of
Jesus, on WNWR 1540 AM, Sundays at 9:30am. Dr. Churchville will explore the Holy Scriptures verse by verse for your
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