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News From
The Coalition, Inc. |
Friday 16 October 2009 |
Volume 4, Number 13 |
The Coalition, Inc. Board of
Directors Gary R. Adams (President/CEO),
John E. Churchville (Treasurer),
Yvonne Haughton (Exec.
Secretary), Members: Josephine Blow, Stanley Daniels,
Edwin Desamour, Nijah Famous,
Kendall Hayes-Fullard, Tom
‘Bunny’ Henry, Abdul Malik
Raheem Table of content For Our Children … 02 This Week … 03 Employment and Training
Opportunities … 15 Health Matters …09 Green Piece … 13 Grants, Scholarships &
Instruction… 15 SpotLight … 23 Arts for Awareness … 24 Coming Up …26 Computers and Technology … 30 A Hand Up … 31 On The Airways … 31 Page 02 If this publication is being
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usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 04 There is no such thing as a perfect
leader either in the past or present,
in China or elsewhere. If there is
one, he is only pretending, like a
pig inserting scallions into its nose
in an effort to look like an
elephant. Page 05 Success is not measured
in how far you've come, but in how many others
you've been able to bring with you... Madu
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though she stretch her fingers to
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snake meet each other.
Neither one remembers
what kind of animal they
are, so they decide to feel
each other. Page 09 For the Lexophiliacs The professor discovered
that her theory of
earthquakes was on shaky
ground. (We are ignoring requests
that this feature be
discontinued. Please stop
writing in.) Page 10 A vampire bat came flapping in
from the night covered in fresh
blood and parked himself on the
roof of the cave to get some sleep.
Pretty soon all the other bats
smelled the blood and began
hassling him about where he got it. He told them to go away and let
him get some sleep but they
persisted until finally he gave in. "OK, follow me" he said and flew
out of the cave with hundreds of
bats behind him. Down through the valley they
went, across a river and into a
forest full of trees. Finally he
slowed down and all the other bats
excitedly milled around him. "Now, do you see that tree over
there?" he asked. "Yes, Yes, Yes!" the bats all
screamed in a frenzy. "Good" said the bat, "Because I
sure as heck didn't!" JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
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care for somebody else,
you will have succeeded. Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web
linkon The Coalition, Inc. web site Page 12 "Don't ask yourself what
the world needs; ask
yourself what makes you
come alive. And then go
and do that. Because what
the world needs is people
who have come alive." -
Howard Thurman The Raw Family Newsletter JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
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send to
The.Pa.Coalition@gmail.com We will credit you with thesubmission. Page 14 Everyone who’s ever taken
a shower has had an idea.
It’s the person who gets
out of the shower, dries off
and does something about
it who makes a difference. Page 15 JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
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about their aches, pains
and bodily functions. Page 17 Hereeeeeeeeeeeeees... Kathy’s
Korner! A man was walking home
alone late one night when
he hears a BUMP... BUMP...
BUMP... behind him.
Walking faster he looks
back, and makes out the
image of an upright coffin
banging its way down the
middle of the street
towards him ... BUMP...
....BUMP... ....BUMP... Submit your own humor, and let our
readers know how funny you can be.
We obviously need the help. ; )(Family
appropriate) Page 18
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linkon The Coalition, Inc. web site page 20 The final test of a leader is that he
leaves behind him in other men the
conviction and the will to carry on.
. . . The genius of a good leader is
to leave behind him a situation
which common sense, without the
grace of genius, can deal with
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members and
organizations. If you wish
to have your organization
spotlighted, forward to us
information on your
primary mission, your
current projects and/or
how you would want other
members of The Coalition,
Inc. to be involved. Many of
us are already being a
support to one another, but
there is plenty of room for
improvement. page 24 JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
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between changing one's
mind and proving that
there is no need to do so,
almost everyone gets busy
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not thus handicapped. Page 28 Page 29 Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web
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to deceive, usually by petty tricks; To
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Greetings Coalition Family! There are many distractions in our paths, particularly in the upcoming seasons, we must remember to stay on track, be focused, and remain true to ourselves, for each of us has a mission and is charged with completing the task. Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom. Mastering others is
strength; mastering yourself is true power. FOR OUR CHILDREN
EducationWorks offers high school programs EducationWorks is offering enrichment programs for 9th-12th grade students where they can earn up to $500. The programs offer field trips, service learning projects in music, video production, performing arts or fashion, and the opportunity to earn community service hours and/or credit for senior projects. For more information call Diedre Adonis at 267-294-4194 or Joshua Wilson at 267-761-1556. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- College graduates are needed to mentor high school students. A five-year commitment is required, as mentors stay with students from their first year in high school to their first year in college. Call Domenica Vilhotti at 215-790-1666, ext. 11, e-mail atortiz@philadelphiafutures.org or visit ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Help For Parents With School-Age Children Are you a parent, relative, or health care professional with any of the following scenarios? * Not too sure how to register child for Kindergarten or Head Start. * Trying to decide on what type of school best fits a child's needs. Public or Charter or Magnet or Catholic? * Want to get a child motivate and focused on college. * Want to get child back in school after taking a leave, but don't know what options there are for out-of-school youth. * Child being bullied in school and don't know what to do. * Child not doing well in school and may have a learning difference. On the www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia website, under the Education parent handout http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/parent_handouts/education.html and the Resource tab http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/resources.html there are resources in the community to help advocates for children find help for their child's educational needs. Please become familiar with the listed resources and continue to bridge the gap between families in need and the agencies and resources that serve them. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- The Food stamp program under the new stimulus package is now called the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program). Did you know? Eligibility for SNAP benefits changed so many more families in food insecure households are now eligible. On the www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia website, under the Food and Nutrition parent handout, you will find several organizations who can help families find out if they are eligible. Also, on the COMPASS website they can apply for these benefits and many others. For more info you can also go to http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/FoodStamps/ Please continue to link families in need with the appropriate social services agencies that serve them through Cap4Kids. Thanks. ----- 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 ACHIEVEability Haddington-Cobbs Creek NAC Elections Bring your umbrella! On Saturday, October 17th, 2009, ACHIEVEability Haddington-Cobbs Creek NAC will be hosting our first Election for our Board of Advisors. We have 13 candidates who wish to volunteer their time and expertise to the Haddington and Cobbs Creek communities through the Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC). I appreciate the candidates’ efforts and willingness to help as Advisors. However, without you (the voter) coming out this Saturday to vote they would not be able to join the board. Please open the attach file to find out polling times and locations nearest you. Only Haddington and Cobbs Creek residents are eligible to vote. If you are not a resident but know someone who is, please forward this email or give them my information 215-748-8816 or nijah.famous@achieve-ability.org. Thanks. Sincerely, Nijah Famous Nijah Famous NAC Manager ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES Program Director
I am forwarding all of you a job opportunity which has opened up in our organization at Para Los Niños for a Program Director position for Best Start LA. Best Start LA is a $125 million multi-year investment created by First 5 LA that aims to shape, strengthen and support five Los Angeles County communities by building resources and providing access to activities that improve the well-being, development and care experienced by pregnant women, new parents and children age 3 and under. Best Start LA uses the following approaches to engage and educate parents, families, community members and stakeholders so they become a part of the Best Start LA community. 1. Improving Education & Awareness for New Mothers and Families 2. Engaging Families within Communities 3. Supporting Healthy Communities 4. Creating Change for Children and Families Countywide 5. Utilizing Community Based Action Research (CBAR) 6. Building a Community Driven Partnership Thank you! Angela M. Beltrán Best Start LA Program Assistant Para Los Niños 500 Lucas Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 250-4800 ext. 533 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Institute for the Development of African-American Youth, Inc. (IDAAY) is now hiring for the following two
positions: (1) Full-time Program Coordinator for our Don't Fall Down In the Hood Program. Don't Fall Down In the Hood is an intensive, multicultural community based treatment program designed to reduce juvenile crime in the areas of possession and use of firearms, as well as, the frequency of assault, theft, and narcotics among Philadelphia's youth. The Coordinator is charged with the running the day-to-day operations of the program Mondays through Fridays 4-7:30pm, some weekends required. In addition, the Coordinator is required to maintain frequent contact with Philadelphia Family Court, Juvenile Probation, Department of Human Services, and the School District of Philadelphia. (2) Part-time Computer Instructor for our JobSTART Program. Job START (Sustainability Through Apprenticeship & Readiness Training) is an occupational skills training program for out-of-school youth, ages 17-21. Program activities are designed to lead toward youth earning their high school diploma or GED, matriculation into post-secondary education and employment, and ICDL computer certification in a high growth industry. The computer training workshop is scheduled on Mondays through Wednesdays from 1-3pm (2 one-hour sessions), with the goal of ensuring program youth obtain the International Computer Drivers License (ICDL). If you are interested and available to fill either of these two positions, please send me your resume as soon as possible so I can schedule you for an interview. I can be reached via email sramos@idaay.org or fax 215-235-9128 Regards, Sandi Ramos Director of Administration Institute for the Development of African-American Youth, Inc. (IDAAY) www.idaay.org Ph: 215-235-9111 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Project Assistant to the CEO Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.) Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103, United States Posted by: Community Education Alliance of West Philadelphia Job Category: Project management, Public Policy, Research Sector: Nonprofit Last day to apply: October 26, 2009 Type: Full time Language(s): English Area of Focus: Economic Development, Energy Conservation and Green Living, Personal Finance Description: The Owner of several established Philadelphia-based businesses and a prominent member of a state board that generates funds for energy conservation and new business development is seeking a energetic dynamo to join our team. This position will work directly with the CEO/Owner to spearhead an exciting energy conservation initiative in the Philadelphia area, while also gaining exposure in real estate, telecommunications/broadband services, mortgage, education and social services. This is a unique opportunity for a self-motivated individual to implement the goals of the President through project research, management, and liaison work between the company’s interests. Applicants must have a strong knowledge of alternative energy sources and the ability to lead projects and educate others on
the benefits of energy conservation. Candidates must also be intelligent, organized, creative, and flexible with the ability to
thrive in a fast paced business atmosphere. Must be a self-starter who will grow and assume responsibility. Management and
leadership skills are required and commitment, energy, and focus are crucial. Responsibilities are variable and include
implementing and managing programs, policies, and projects as assigned by the CEO and Project Managers. The Project Assistant will train under the supervision of the President/CEO and a team of Project Manages and will be expected to assume responsibility quickly. How to Apply: E-mail your resume and salary requirements to HR@uchmk.com or fax to (215) 790-1520. Please reference 'Idealist - Project Assistant' in the subject line. Permalink: http://www.idealist.org/if/i/en/av/Job/349577-44/c ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Job Opening- Crew Leader If you or someone you know is looking for a job, please take a look. Home Performance Crew Leader: A Home Performance Crew follows the prescription of a green home energy auditor. The Home Performance Crew makes fixes to a home based on its energy use and on computer modeled and prioritized energy savings measures as determined by a green home energy auditor. Delaware Valley Sustainability (dvs@actionpa.org) See extensive information in our group: The Coalition, Inc. Group ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Education Programs ManagerThe Enterprise Center CDC http://www.idealist.org/en/job/341341-230 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Salary: Mid 30's ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- HEALTH MATTERS Living Healthy With Asthma (BlackDoctor.org) -- Asthma is one of the most common health problems among African Americans. It is especially common in African American children. Asthma is aggravated by airborne allergens. These are small particles that are common in the house that irritate the respiratory system. They include dust, mold, pollen, animal dander, tobacco smoke, and other airborne irritants. Dust Mites Studies have shown that exposure to dust mites may cause a child to develop asthma. Every house has them and it is impossible to get rid of them completely. Although, there are some things you can do to minimize exposure to them: • Be sure there is good ventilation. dry cloth only stirs up the dust. Mold Mold is a problem in most homes. Like dust, it is unavoidable. There are steps you can take to reduce the mold in your house. Keep the humidity in the house down and check for mold in hard-to-find places. Mold likes to grow under carpets, behind furniture, in crawlspaces, and on bathroom tiles. Tobacco Smoke Exposure to smoke in childhood may be one of the causes of asthma. The best thing you can do is to stop smoking. If you don’t quit, try to smoke outside and/or when away from the house. Pets Many people are allergic to the hair and saliva of cats and dogs. If you are very allergic to pets, the best idea is to not get one or if possible restrict the animal’s access to the house. Groom your pet regularly. After petting any dog or cat, be sure to wash your hands each and every time. Be aware of your asthma – You can’t treat it if you don’t know you have it. Millions of people that may suffer form asthma go undiagnosed or are diagnosed too late. Common symptoms of asthma include: By John Williams, BDO Staff Writer Source: http://www.blackdoctor.org/articles1.aspx?counter=24747 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- WHO (World Health Organization) Admits to Releasing Pandemic Virus into Population via 'Mock-Up' Vaccines 04/09/2009 00:08:00admin Posted by: Dr. Mercola The document on the WHO website linked below states that it is common procedure to
release pandemic viruses into the population in order to get a jump ahead of the real
pandemic, so as to fast track the vaccine for when it is needed. In Europe, some manufacturers have conducted advance studies using a so-called
"mock-up" vaccine. Mock-up vaccines contain an active ingredient for an influenza virus
that has not circulated recently in human populations and thus mimics the novelty of a
pandemic virus. According to the website, “Such advance studies can greatly expediteegulatory
approval.”
Dr. Mercola's Comments: On June 11 the World Health Organization (WHO) raised its swine flu pandemic alert
from a 5 to a 6. Phase 6 is the highest level alert, and reflects the speed with which a
virus is spreading -- not its severity. This classification also allows for a vaccine to qualify for a “fast-track” procedure for
licensing and approval, and this process is now ongoing for the swine flu vaccine. What you may not know, however, is that WHO, together with health officials, regulatory
authorities and vaccine manufacturers, have been working since 2007 – long before this
new “threat” of swine flu emerged – to “explore a broad range of issues surrounding
the regulatory approval of pandemic vaccines.” According to the WHO website: “Ways were sought to shorten the time between the emergence of a pandemic virus and
the availability of safe and effective vaccines.” One such method used in Europe is to conduct advance studies using a “mock-up”
vaccine that contains an active ingredient for an influenza virus that has not circulated
recently in human populations. When testing these mock-up vaccines, it is very possible to release the novel influenza
virus into the population, as its purpose is to “mimic the novelty of a pandemic virus”
and “greatly expedite regulatory approval.” Government officials have other tricks up their sleeves to ensure these new, barely
tested vaccines easily make it to market as well, such as: Labeling the vaccine a “strain change” rather than an entirely “new” vaccine. This
method states the new vaccine has built on technology used to produce vaccines for
seasonal influenza, and the change for the pandemic vaccine is similar to a strain
change used to produce a new seasonal vaccine each flu season. In the United States, vaccine manufacturers are required to submit fewer data if they
already have a licensed flu vaccine and will use the same manufacturing process for the
pandemic vaccine. Using a “rolling review procedure.” This allows manufacturers to submit sets of data for
regulatory review “as they become available.” In other words, they’re free to distribute
the vaccine and then submit the safety data later on. Would You Want a Fast-Tracked Vaccine Injected Into Your Body? By very definition, fast-tracked vaccines are those that have received very little safety
testing prior to being used. So any time you agree to get one, you are essentially a
guinea pig. Vaccine manufacturer GlaxoSmithKline has actually stated: "Clinical trials will be limited, due to the need to provide the vaccine to governments as
quickly as possible. Additional studies will therefore be required and conducted after
the vaccine is made available." And WHO likewise says: “Time constraints mean that clinical data at the time when pandemic vaccines are first
administered will inevitably be limited. Further testing of safety and effectiveness will
need to take place after administration of the vaccine has begun.” Why would anyone who knows the facts sign up for a vaccine that really needs further
safety studies … but won’t receive them until AFTER it’s already been given out? By
then it will be too late. So please realize that if you or your child receive a swine flu vaccine, you will be acting
as a TEST subject. Remember this vaccine will not be made using the methods of the past. In order to
speed up the cultivation of the virus and the manufacturing process, they’re using
human liver cells instead of chicken eggs. Whether this new procedure is better or
worse than the old method, I can’t say … but it’s never been used before and they have
not had time to conduct any human testing. So, it’s a giant game of Russian Roulette that you simply want to avoid. Nearly all of the vaccines created will also include thimerosal (mercury), and the toxic
adjuvant squalene, both of which have been clearly shown to carry significant health
risks. You should know, too, that vaccine makers and federal officials have been rendered
immune from lawsuits. Should anything go wrong with this current vaccine they will not
have to pay a single cent to
anyone! http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2009/09/sites/articles/archive/2009/08/20/Legal-Immunity-Set-for-Swine-Flu-Vaccine-Makers.aspx Who Stands to Benefit From the Swine Flu Pandemic (and Future Pandemics)? This is the question you need to ask yourself when you hear the media dishing out the
latest statistics about the swine flu pandemic. In the last few days alone, I’ve seen major news outlets warning that come flu season,
the swine flu could kill 90,000 Americans and hospitalize 2 million. This sounds a lot like
the fear-mongering that went on during the Bird Flu pandemic (that never materialized)
back in
2005. http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2009/09/sites/articles/archive/2008/2/14/i-was-right-about-the-bird-flu-hoax.aspx Back then scientists and governments were congratulating themselves for averting a
threat that never was by stockpiling worthless vaccines. Now I’m having déjà vu. In response to this newest swine flu pandemic, what did the Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention recently suggest? Swine flu shots for all! Of course, what else would you expect? As the Washington Post reported, CDC said: “As soon as a vaccine is available, try to
get it for everyone in your family.” Well, you might be tempted to do just that if you believe the sensational number of
swine flu deaths they’re predicting. But, really, these numbers are not based on facts. WHO continues to define the severity of the H1N1 virus to be moderate, generally
defined as an illness requiring neither hospitalization nor even medical care. Most cases
are having MILD symptoms that clear up on their own. Further, no one really knows for sure just how many cases of swine flu there are,
because some countries are no longer confirming them by lab. In the UK, for example, they now appear to be collecting swine flu data online and via
the phone, based on nothing but self-assessment. So did they really contract the swine flu? Or did the vast majority of them simply have a case of the sniffles or a seasonal flu bug?
Without laboratory confirmation, no one will ever know, but they sure are using those
numbers to scare you! Going back to my original question though, you must ask yourself who stands to
benefit from all of this paranoia and hysteria. Of course you know the answer to this one. Big Pharma … which stands to gain up to $49 billion a year on the swine flu
vaccine alone plus an infinite amount on top of that for future pandemic vaccines. The vaccine manufacturers would love for every man, woman, and child to heed the
CDC’s advice to get vaccinated. But now you know better. The swine flu is typically a mild illness. The swine flu vaccine has not been tested for safety or efficacy, but we DO know it will
contain harmful additives. The choice, to me, is obvious. And in the future, anytime a new “pandemic” appears and
officials urge you to rush out and get a shot, please remember this article and ask
yourself if it’s really you who stands to benefit from their advice. Interestingly the swine flu vaccines are going to be available in the US around the time
the finest vaccine conference in the world will be held. If you want to learn the absolute
latest and best strategies for swine flu then Washington DC is the place to be October
2-4. I will be sharing my strategies live at the event. So join me at the National Vaccine Information Center (NVIC) Web site, and join us in taking action against the potential threat of mandatory swine flu vaccinations. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘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 ----- Tips for making oatmeal appealing to kids http://advision.webevents.yahoo.com/mompowergroup/ ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- GREEN PIECE Filtering The Green Noise Workshop Join Jeana Wirtenberg, Anastasia Harrison, Kyle Van Dyke, Ira Eisenstein, Terri Petry, Matthew Wasserman, Alvyn Haywood & Tim Razzaq Saturday, Oct. 17 at 9:30am - 12:30pm for "Filtering the Green Noise” Suzanne Patterson Center Princeton NJ Please RSVP 206-202-2883 or localwisdom@weareboost.org.. Event: Filtering The Green Noise: A Symposium (Part 1 of Series) "Setting Clear Goals & Learning Practical Tools for Creating Green, Smart, & Sustainable... " What: Workshop Host: We Are BOOST ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- ?Weavers Way #5 plastics recycling resumes Fellow Recyclers, Weavers Way collection of #5 plastics, which are not included in the City’s recycling
program, will be on the 3rd Saturday of each month: October 17, November 21, and
December 19. The program will skip January and resume in February. The collections take place at the co-op's garage, at 542 Carpenter Lane, which is across the street and a bit further down the block from the Big Blue Marble
bookstore. Please note that we need volunteers to keep this project going. (Weavers Way members
can get work credit for helping us; work shifts are available on co-op's the online
calendar.) The #5 category includes yogurt cups, sour cream containers, hummus tubs, some
medicine bottles, and more. Your recyclables must be clean and dry to be accepted.
Check to make sure there are no other materials (paper, screws, other number plastics)
on the items you bring in. Impurities of any kind compromise the recycling process and
usually lead to the discarding of an entire batch. Exclude any lids unless they are
clearly marked #5. (Most lids from #5 containers are #4 plastic, but this is not always the
case.) We ask recyclers for a small donation to cover postage costs of mailing the recyclables
to the Gimme 5 processing facility in New York. Before bringing your #5s to the collection, be sure that they meet the requirements for
Gimme 5: All items must be CLEAN and DRY. If they contained food or any oily or dirty product,
make sure they have been washed, not just rinsed. Items stacked when wet tend to stay
wet, so allow washed items to dry fully before stacking or packing. The #5 stamp needs to be visible on each item. Lids are separate items. Don’t assume
lids are the same number plastic as the container; sometimes they are but usually they
are not. Check to make sure there are no other materials (labels, paper, other number
plastics, metal) on the items you bring in. Brita filters are also welcome! Let them air dry for several days to make sure they are
completely dry. We'll see you soon! Carolyn, Helen, Priscilla and Stevik of the Weavers Way Environment Committee ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- 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 ----- For sustainable enterprise go to Green Jobs Phillyhttp://www.greenjobsphilly.org/news GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS & INSTRUCTION Free MBA Program at Wake Forest University Wake Forest University has an opportunity for minority students to attend its MBA program for FREE, and so far, the response has been very poor. Please, please pass along this opportunity to your friends, families, and networks to see if there is an interest. This is a great school and a tremendous opportunity to attend a top graduate school. See details below. The contact person for anyone who is interested is: Derrick S. Boone, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Marketing Room 3139 Worrell Professional Center Babcock Graduate School of Management, Wake Forest University 1834 Wake Forest Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27109-8758 Email: derrick.boone@mba.wfu.edu Web Site: http://mba.wfu.edu/ Phone: (336) 758.4475; Toll-free: (866) 925-3622 (866) 925-3622; Fax: 336.758.4514 ----- 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 ----- HIV/AIDS Prevention Workshop Workshop Summary
developing cost-effective and culturally-relevant communication strategies; and then
show session attendees how to apply these learnings to their own HIV/AIDS testing
programs, prevention services and outreach efforts.
providers develop innovative and effective messages and services targeted to minority
audiences.
The environmental context, peer group dynamics and social interactions that influence
sexual behaviors; How service providers can be more culturally aware, and increase the effectiveness of
their outreach, media and materials; and Strategies for attracting the hardest-to-reach audiences to HIV-prevention, testing and
treatment programs. For more information on other workshops and schedules visit their website To inquire about a MEE Workshop at Your Organization call 215.829.4920 or Email here ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- U.S. Department of Education Teacher Quality Partnership Grants Program (Modified) Eligibility: Eligible partnerships must include a high-need local education agency (LEA), a high-need school or consortium of high-need schools served by the high-need LEA, or a high-need early childhood education (ECE) program, and a partner institution (see the RFP for details). Amount: $143 million to be split into 25 expected grants, with required matching funds. Purpose of Grant: To improve the quality of new teachers by creating partnerships among institutions of higher education, high-need school districts and high-need schools. Contact: http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/pdf/E9-18614.pdf Deadline: October 6, 2009. ----- 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. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Hidden Valley Salad Dressings
Love Your Veggies Grant Program Eligibility: Elementary school programs nationwide. Amount: Ten grants of $10,000 each. Purpose of Grant: To help schools develop a program to offer fresh produce. Contact: http://loveyourveggies.com/school_grants.php Deadline: November 6, 2009. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- At- Risk Youth
Annie E. Casey Foundation A private charitable organization dedicated to helping build better futures for disadvantaged children in the United States. The foundation offers community-focused grants. The site also has several publications. Provides funding to both 501(c)(3) and local/state government. Organizations wishing to send a proposal to the Foundation should submit a letter of no more than three pages explaining the organization and its project and how the money will be used. Send the letters to: The AEC Foundation; Attn: Office of the President; 701 Saint Paul St.; Baltimore, MD 21202. Phone: 410-547-6600 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- AOL Time Warner Foundation
http://aoltimewarnerfoundation.org The AOL Time Warner Foundation is dedicated to using the power of media, communications and information technology to serve the public interest and strengthen society. However, rather than simply providing grant monies or funding unsolicited requests, the foundation prefers to enter into sustainable strategic partnerships with organizations that have a demonstrated commitment to pioneering innovative ways of meeting four priorities: Equipping kids for the 21st century; Extending Internet benefits to all; Engaging communities in the arts; and Empowering citizens and civic participation. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- AT&T Foundation
The AT&T Foundation seeks to educate, enrich, engage, and empower the communities served by AT&T. The Foundation's funding areas are education, civic and community service, and arts and culture. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Beaumont Foundation
http://www.bmtfoundation.com/grants/ The Beaumont Foundation of America (BFA), a non-profit philanthropic organization, is dedicated to the enriching the lives of individuals by providing technology to historically underserved schools and communities. The foundation believes technologies are essential tools for progress in the 21st century, and that given access to digital information, people will have an equal opportunity to advance socially, economically and intellectually. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- 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 ----- Banta Company Foundation
The Banta Company Foundation provides funding for at-risk youth and delinquency prevention initiatives. The funds can be used for equipment, general/operating expenses, seed money, program development, as well as other areas. For more information please contact: Banta Company Foundation; 225 Main Street; PO Box 8003; Menasha,WI 54952-8003. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Best Buy Children's Foundation
http://communications.bestbuy.com/communityrelations/ The mission of the Best Buy Children's Foundation is to improve the lives of youth aged 5 - 18 in communities where Best Buy maintains a business presence. The Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations with innovative approaches to developing life skills in young people through education, mentoring, and leadership development. Funds can be used for: program development; direct project support; specific curriculum development; and scholarship aid for participants in life skills or mentoring programs. The Foundation typically awards grants ranging from $2000 - $10,000 to nonprofits. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Healthy Community Outreach Program
will be granted to nonprofit organizations to support grassroots efforts which increase awareness on critical health initiatives through health walks, health fairs and health education outreach. Grants up to $25,000 will be considered. Please provide all levels of event sponsorships on your application. Nonprofit organizations with evidence of IRS 501(c)(3) designation or de facto tax-exempt status may apply for a grant, with the following exceptions: advertising; capital campaigns; grants or scholarships to individuals; multiyear requests; political causes and events; or religious organizations in support of their sacramental or theological functions. http://www.aetna.com/foundation/grants_reg/guidelines.html>Awards Ongoing Deadline ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Ben and Jerry's Foundation
Ben and Jerry's Foundation has no specific program areas. The Foundation seeks projects that lead to societal change or address the root causes of problems. The Foundation awards grants ranging in amount from $1,000 to $15,000. Applicants must submit a letter of interest at any time during the year. http://www.benjerry.com/foundation/index.html ----- 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 information 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 North Philadelphia Activists: Sign Up Today for the NorthPhillyBlocks Email Network Given the significant participation of activists from North Philadelphia in our various email lists, we have started a "NorthPhillyBlocks" email network for people who want to focus on issues and problems related to North Philadelphia. We are urging every kind of group to join--community organizations and NACs, block captains, neighborhood safety groups, youth programs, human service agencies, business associations--all of them. The focal point of the list will be improving North Philadelphia--making it clean, safe, economically viable, and a decent place to raise our children. ISCV will be providing data and related information on where North Philadelphia stands in a number of these areas--and we will be encouraging people and groups in North Philadelphia to connect with one another around them. This will not be a 'discussion' list around public policy issues--although that might happen from time to time when it's relevant. But our primary mission will be to help community groups work with the city and the state (with federal support as well) to improve North Philadelphia. Oh--and all the elected officials representing North Philadelphia will be involved as well. To Join NorthPhillyBlocks go to the following address: Join NorthPhillyBlocks We urge people with their own email outreach to North Philadelphia to let people know about NorthPhillyBlocks as well. And while you're at it, check out the new Neighborhood Menus on PhillyNeighborhoods.org for Lower and Upper North Philadelphia: Lower North Philadelphia: http://www.phillyneighborhoods.org/Neighborhoods/North-Lower/north-lower.html Upper North Philadelphia: http://www.phillyneighborhoods.org/Neighborhoods/North-Upper/north-upper.html Just fill out the form and send it to us and you'll be on the list within the day. Thanks. Ed Schwartz Ed Schwartz, Institute for the Study of Civic Values, 1218 Chestnut St., Rm. 702, Philadelphia, Pa. 19107 215-238-1434 edcivic@libertynet.org "Citizenship is the American ideal. There may be an army of actualities opposed to that ideal, but there is no ideal opposed to that ideal." --G.K. Chesterton Ed Schwartz, Institute for the Study of Civic Values, 1218 Chestnut St., Rm. 702, Philadelphia, Pa. 19107 215-238-1434 edcivic@libertynet.org ARTS FOR AWARENESS The Evolution of Graffiti Just what do you make of images or lettering painted in any manner on property? That is the official description of an
age-old phenomenon now known as graffiti. The term “Graffiti” has either a negative or positive charge depending on what side of the spray can your finger is pointing.
Technically, it’s been around since pre-historic times as a marker of man’s existence found inside cave walls, for who could
say if the property they wrote on was real estate purchased or stolen for a moment of expression? Only humans have been guilty of scribbling on the walls, and (depending on the century and area around the world)
regarded as either criminal or artist. In the 16th century, wall art was considered a must have as artists such as
Michelangelo and daVinci were rivals in the country of Italy. Frescos and murals were in high demand. Now, in the 21st
century it is regarded as vandalism when property is painted on without the property owner’s consent. But let’s try to look
beyond the criminal aspect of graffiti to the expression as an art form. This form of art began in the late 1960’s when youngsters used permanent markers to tag, or write their names on subway
cars. Usually the name was followed by the street number on which they lived. The most popular name then came from a
young Greek American boy named Demetrius who posted “Taki 183” just about everywhere in NY. This form of graffiti
was known as “Tagging” and the intent was to gain fame by appearing on subways and walls throughout the city. Many
New Yorkers would claim that modern graffiti art originated in New York City, but tagging was not originally a NY
phenomenon. It began in Philadelphia, PA. where names such as “Monikers”, “Cornbread” and “Top Cat” gained their
claim to fame. Later, to be seen by a larger audience, markers were discarded and replaced by spray paint and as a result buildings, cars,
and anything that remained stationery were targeted. By the late 1970’s subway art had moved to subway exteriors then
freight trains where the need to be recognized as king or queen of graffiti meant creating an opportunity for an artist’s name
to travel...even across the country to places they’ve never been. This artistic freedom allowed a vicarious expression that
addressed the urban youth’s need to move beyond the boundaries of a financial condition, one that was so great it risked
being jailed for the offense. By then taggers were being separated from a new form of artists that were now calling themselves “graffitists”. As a result
of this art traveling across the country and eventually the world in planes and ships, graffiti became a hit in the Eastern
hemisphere. In addition, the hip-hop generation embraced the freedom and artistic expression of graffiti, identifying
themselves with the message of largess and bold creativity in the face of danger. The spray-can became a weapon as well as a plea to form an up and coming new culture that was enraged by the
standards and conventions of the generation that preceded it. So it is not surprising that this phenomenon is no longer limited
to the urban poor. Now, half of the graffiti art comes from Caucasian middle-class families and the European population.
The financial range now is as varied as ultra poor to uber-rich, as is the age range. A graffitist can be as young as 12 and as
old as 75! In addition, both genders are welcomed as the only thing that promotes you is your artistic ability. What I find fascinating about graffiti is its ability to combine and necessitate the art of writing with the visual art form.
Unlike traditional art, particularly contemporary or abstract, graffiti forces you to read it. It always has a literal message,
and carries with it a universal message as well. One particular message is the artists’ deliberate resistance to become “established” and recognized by some gallery snob
or curator, though much planning and sketching is incorporated in modern graffiti, particularly with mural sized artwork. All
graffitists agree to the fact that though their work may be unsolicited, it does not disqualify it as art. They also accept the risk
that though their art may take dozens of cans and hours of work, it can be gone within a matter of minutes because of its
vandalism categorization, for graffiti falls under the unwritten law of “temporary art” even though considered by many as
modern-day masterpieces. In many ways it puts them in the same category as sand and ice sculptors who make art for art’s
sake. Government insists that graffitists have no right to complain about their work being
removed because the work was forced upon the public. A graffitist’s counter argument
is that billboards, ads and campaign signs are also forced on the public in a similar
manner, so much so that we are subliminally motivated (AKA brain-washed) to
purchase the product. What do you think! Source: Unknown ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- South Philly group hosts ‘After School Idol’ competition The Southeast Philadelphia Collaborative will present the 3rd annual After School Idol Talent Show on Tuesday, October 20th. The event will feature performances by local high school youth, artwork by youth artists, a guest speaker and an opportunity to learn about Southeast Philadelphia Collaborative programs and services. It will be held at the Kimmel Center Plaza-Commonwealth Plaza, 300 South Broad Street, Philadelphia. Doors open at 6:30pm and the show will begin at 7:30pm. Admission is $5 at the door. For more information, go here or call 215-1645 ext. 204 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Last Friday Art Blend at Vivant Art Collection w/ MICAH SIMS AND THE CREW Networking Party, Art Exhibition & Live Vocal Performance Hosted by A New Day with Micah Sims Radio Show Friday, October 30th, 2009 – 6pm - 10pm A New Day w/Micah Sims Radio Talk Show Every Wednesday 12noon to 2pm 1540AM WNWR Vivant Art Collection | 60 North Second Street | Philadelphia | PA 19106 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- 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 The Office of Parent, Family, Community Engagement and Faith-Based Partnerships Invites You To Attend Just For Men: Increasing Male Involvement in Education CALL TO ACTION Saturday, October 24, 2009 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The School District of Philadelphia Education Center 440 N. Broad Street, 2nd Floor Auditorium R.S.V.P. to (215) 400-4180 Moderator: E. Stevens Collins, Radio One Panelists: Kenny Gamble, Music Composer, Producer, Entrepreneur Salome Thomas El, Educator and Author, “I Choose to Stay” Johnny Irizarry, Director, Center for Hispanic Excellence: La Casa Latina, University of Pennsylvania and School Reform Commissioner Itinerary: 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Continental Breakfast 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Panelist Discussion Lunch Will Be Served Tiffany Perry Production Assistant School District of Philadelphia Office of Community Engagement & Faith - Based Partnerships 440 N. Broad Street, Suite 102 Philadelphia, Pa. 19130 (215) 400-6022 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Thousands of Women In White On Sat. October 24, 2009 the original Million Woman March and official MW Movement will hold its second annual "Thousands of Women In White" Procession The "Thousands of Women In White" Procession is a gathering and statement of Unity, Solidarity, Peace, and Sistahood, and is a tribute to the Greatness and Beauty of Black/African Womanhood, worldwide; both of yesterday and today. "The Procession" will begin at 12:00 noon near Broad & South Sts. (Philly) All are invited to support this very important gathering to help create awareness about violence against Black/African females. Stand with us as we say "NO MORE: Enough Is Enough" To join the Black Women's Defense League, register, or to volunteer for the "Thousands of Women In White" Procession call: 215-471-5186 or 267-636-3802 or e-mail: nationalmwm@aol.com or officialmwm@yahoo.com ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Second Annual Economic Development Symposium – “Withstanding the Winds of
Change” Temple University Black Alumni Alliance Second Annual Economic Development Symposium – “Withstanding the Winds of Change” Saturday, Oct. 24 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Alter Hall, Main Campus Register by Friday, Oct. 16. Join fellow alumni as TUBAA hosts its annual economic development symposium focusing on career development, personal finance, entrepreneurship and real estate. Hear dynamic speakers, network with fellow alumni and learn strategies to navigate and thrive in this current economic climate. Sample sessions include: Living Within Your Means Where Are the Jobs and Who Is Hiring? Sustaining Your Business in a Tough Economy How to Buy Your First Home To view a full schedule, visit myowlspace.com/TUBAAsymposium $35 per person includes continental breakfast and lunch. This event is open to the community * * * Outside PA * * * WHOLISTIC TRAVEL CLUB PRESENTS Chicago Native & National Juneteenth Chairman Rev. Ronald Myers, Sr., M.D., Lobbies Congress for Holiday (Chicago, Illinois) - Chicago native, Rev. Ronald V. Myers, Sr., M.D., leader of the Campaign to Establish Juneteenth as a National Holiday Observance will return home to host the National Juneteenth Board Meeting & Conference, October 16-18, 2009, at the "All New" Hilton Oak Lawn Hotel, October 16-18, 2009. Dr. Myers is hopeful that congress will enact legislation to commemorate Juneteenth National Freedom Day, officially marking the "19th of June" on all calendars as America's 2nd Independence Day. Juneteenth leaders are confident that Senator Roland Burris (D-IL), the only African American member of the U.S. Senate, will lead legislative efforts to make 2010 a special year in acknowledgement of American history. Juneteenth, or the "19th of June", recognizes June 19, 1865, in Galveston, TX, when Union General Gordon Granger announced freedom for all slaves in the Southwest. This was the last major vestige of slavery in the United States following the end of the Civil War. This occurred more than two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued by President Abraham Lincoln. Upon the reading of General Order #3 by General Granger, the former slaves celebrated jubilantly, establishing America's second Independence Day Celebration and the oldest African American holiday observance.. Juneteenth is now recognized as a state holiday or state holiday observance in 32 states, including Texas, Oklahoma, Florida, Delaware, Idaho, Alaska, Iowa, California, Wyoming, Missouri, Connecticut, Illinois, Louisiana, New Jersey, New York, Colorado, Arkansas, Oregon, Kentucky, Michigan, New Mexico, Virginia, Washington, Tennessee, Massachusetts, North Carolina, West Virginia, South Carolina, Vermont, Nebraska, Kansas and Wisconsin. In 2003, the District of Columbia passed legislation to recognize Juneteenth as a district holiday observance. Many more states, including Utah, Alabama, South Dakota, Pennsylvania, Montana, and Maryland have recognized Juneteenth through state legislative resolutions and Gubernatorial Proclamations. "We are very much appreciative of the tremendous support Congressman Danny Davis has given Juneteenth," states Dr. Myers, Founder and Chairman of the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation (NJOF) and the National Juneteenth Christian Leadership Council (NJCLC). "As Chairman of the National Juneteenth Congressional Committee, Congressman Davis has been heart and soul of Juneteenth in congress for many years." "Juneteenth is a freedom celebration significant for all Americans and the forerunner to the 13th Amendment, " states John Thompson, Founder & CEO of Juneteenth America, Inc. host of the annual National Juneteenth Convention and Expo, in Ontario, California. "Juneteenth brings all Americans together to celebrate the end of slavery and freedom," continues Thompson. "Juneteenth is America's 2nd Independence Day." For more information on the National Juneteenth Board Meeting & Conference contact Dr. Myers at 662-247-3364, or 662-247-1471; e-mail: JuneteenthDOC@yahoo.com, web sites: www.Juneteenth.us, www.njclc.com, www.19thofJune.com and www.JuneteenthJazz.com, or contact NJOF board member and Director of the Chicago Juneteenth Celebration, Lestine Byars at 773-684-6070; e-mail: lbyarsciess@aol.com. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY A HAND UP! 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. To join: A Hand Up! ----- Coalition members! 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