Give A Gift RH Impact’s 2023 Annual Report: A Year of Unique Challenges & Incredible Resilience Reproductive Health Impact (RHI) is thrilled to announce the release of its highly anticipated 2023 Annual Report, providing a comprehensive overview of the organization’s impactful initiatives and achievements in advancing reproductive health equity. This report not only reflects the dedicated efforts of our teams but also serves as a testament to the unwavering support of our donors, partners, and the communities we serve. RHI expresses profound gratitude to its dedicated teams and supporters whose contributions have made the achievements outlined in the report possible. The collaborative spirit and shared commitment to reproductive health equity and social justice continue to drive our success. Click To View  Honor the Past, Impact the Future: Social Justice Fundraiser for RH Impact In the vibrant tapestry of Black History Month, RH Impact not only honors the past but also forges a path toward a more equitable future, aligning its mission with the spirit of World Day of Social Justice, which commemorates its 15th anniversary on February 20th (as established by the UN).As we celebrate the historical achievements and resilience of Black individuals throughout February, RH Impact stands as a pillar of advocacy, actively working to address systemic disparities for Black women and birthing individuals. Beyond the symbolic gestures, we are deeply engaged in tackling real-world challenges for the Black community. But February is more than a time to reflect on our progress as a community. It is also an opportunity for each one of us to act as present day (s)heroes for future generations. This year, please consider helping RH Impact to commemorate the 15th anniversary of World Day of Social Justice and Black History Month during our special Social Justice Day fundraising campaign. Running throughout the month of February, our goal is to raise $15,000 to support RHI’s ongoing work as an advocacy organization uplifting Black women and their families.For a recurring monthly gift, as little as $21/month (the cost of three servings of your favorite coffee or breakfast sandwiches), you can help us reach this goal easily and become integral to the movement for lasting and meaningful change. Together, let’s weave a future where Black women, birthing individuals, and their families thrive in dignity and justice. Join the Campaign  Southern Center for Maternal Health Equity Launches After a phenomenal year championing the well-being of Black women and birthing individuals in 2023, RHI is eager for the journey ahead of us in 2024. Amidst our various initiatives, we are especially thrilled about making strides in combating Louisiana’s alarming maternal mortality rate with the establishment of the groundbreaking Southern Center for Maternal Health Equity this year.Substantially aided by a remarkable $16.5 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, the center, aligned with the NIH’s Maternal Health Research Centers of Excellence initiative, in collaboration with Ochsner Health, Dillard University, and the University of Mississippi Medical Center, aims to address Louisiana’s high maternal mortality rate and enhance health outcomes across the Gulf Coast. Part of the NIH’s $168 million Implementing a Maternal Health and Pregnancy Outcomes Vision for Everyone (IMPROVE) initiative, this grant underscores the critical need for promoting maternal health equity in the region. Sponsor RH Impact’s BMHW24 Programming RH Impact is excited to once again join the nationwide dialogue about Black maternal health as a key presenter of innovative and insightful programming during Black Maternal Health Week 2024 (April 11 – 17) and invites partner institutions, funding partners, media outlets and socially conscious corporations to align your brand(s) with ours during this significant week of events. Black Maternal Health Week (BMHW) is an initiative conceived by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA) which aims to emphasize the urgency of improving Black maternal health in the US and showcase innovative policy, research, and care solutions borne out of the community’s resilience and collaboration. As a sponsor for RHI’s week of programming, you will not only gain brand visibility among a diverse demographic and audience that includes policy makers, healthcare professionals, philanthropists, etc. but more importantly – you will demonstrate your organization’s commitment to addressing social disparities and advancing health equity for Black women and their communities.Sponsorship partners play a substantial role in ensuring RHI can continue to uplift community narratives and drive policy reform. Financial support derived from event sponsorships can become the catalyst for change that thousands of Black mothers need. Invest in equity and help shape a just and inclusive healthcare narrative for Black maternal health by contacting us at development@rhimpact.org.  Thank you for Reading! The Reproductive Health Impact newsletter’s is crafted by our Culture Shift and Strategic Communications team. 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 Get involved! Mardi Gras is behind us and the “new year” has begun. Never a better time to get involved in your community! Here’s a round up of a few upcoming opportunities to lead.  Volunteer with CBNO & RIDE 2/26 We’re working to bring better transit stops to New Orleans! Can you help? CBNO is gathering stakeholders to improve New Orleans’ transit riders experience, starting with an inventory of current stops. Next Monday from 9:30am-12:30pm, we’re hosting a volunteer data crunch! You don’t need to be a data expert or know anything about transit to help. Bring a laptop and your curiosity! RSVP here. Urban Leaders Fellowship Applications close March 20th The Urban Leaders Fellowship is a paid summer fellowship for professionals with a sincere commitment to transforming communities through people and partnerships. This part-policy, part-direct action fellowship is a great opportunity to build leadership and networks in New Orleans. Learn more and apply here. Want to talk with someone who’s done the fellowship? Contact Forum Alum Jarred Jupiter.   Your Guide to Getting Involved Always wanted to be more active in your community, but don’t know where to start? Check out our Residents Guide to City Services, a rundown on how some of the most important decisions in the City are made, and how you can get involved. Find it and more resources at CBNO.org/resourcesShareFollowWebsite Want to change how you receive these emails?You can unsubscribe or manage preferences. |
March Into Action” NOLA Ready March 2024 Newsletter
 MARCH 2024 NEWSLETTER Dear NOLA Ready Volunteers, Welcome to the March edition of our newsletter! As we march into this new month, I am excited to share some updates and opportunities with you all.Firstly, I am thrilled to announce the extension of our Ambassador Volunteer program! Your dedication and commitment have been invaluable to our community, and we are extending this opportunity to welcome more individuals into our fold. For more information on how to become a NOLA READY VOLUNTEER AMBASSADOR, Click Here! In addition to this extension, we have some exciting new training courses lined up for March. These courses will cover crucial areas of preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. It’s essential that we equip ourselves with the necessary skills and knowledge to support our community effectively in times of need.Furthermore, I am excited to announce the inaugural 504 Day – a hurricane preparedness event for all city residents. This event will be a vital opportunity for us to come together and ensure that our community is well-prepared for any challenges that may come our way. We are in need of volunteers and partners to make this event a success, so if you’re interested in getting involved, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at ariana.newman@nola.gov for more information. Lastly, if you have any volunteer opportunities or ideas you’d like to share, please don’t hesitate to email them to me. Your input and contributions are invaluable as we work together to build a stronger, more resilient community. This month let’s train up and get ready – because together, we can make a real difference. Get ready, get ready, get ready – ready!Thank you for your continued dedication and support.Warm regards,Ariana NewmanNOLA Ready Volunteer Corps Programs Manager  Join us as a NOLA Ready Volunteer Ambassador and be part of a team dedicated to building a safer, stronger, and more resilient New Orleans!   WITH 100 DAYS LEFT UNTIL HURRICANE SEASON BEGINS… 504 Day event is more important than ever. Join us on May 4, 2024, from 10am to 5pm at Al Davis Park in New Orleans for a day filled with activities and resources to help you get all your plans in order. From emergency preparedness workshops to hands-on demonstrations, there will be something for everyone to ensure you’re ready for any situation.If you’re interested in volunteering at 504 Day or becoming a sponsor, we’d love to have you on board. Please reach out to Ariana Newman at ariana.newman@nola.gov to get involved.Let’s come together as a community to ensure we’re all prepared for the upcoming hurricane season. See you at 504 Day! Interested in joining the NOLA Ready Volunteer Corps?Whether you’re passionate about community resilience, emergency preparedness, or simply lending a helping hand, we welcome you with open arms! Join our dedicated team of volunteers and make a difference in our city. To sign up or learn more, click here! Let’s work together to keep New Orleans safe and prepared! NOLA Ready is the City of New Orleans’ emergency preparedness campaign, managed by the New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness. This message contains emergency preparedness information. Emergency alerts are sent through a separate program. To sign up for emergency alerts, text your NOLAREADY to 77295 or go to ready.nola.gov/alerts. |
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WML SPOTLIGHT Connie R. Bouligny, RN, APRN-BC Greater Grace FellowshipShe became affiliated with BCM- Congregational Wellness when she enrolled in the Faith Community Nurse Course (Class # 34). Inspired by the mentoring she received, she started and led the Health Ministry at her church. She recruited members to participate in and complete the Strategies To Trim and Reduce (STAR) Program in combination with the walking project instituted by her at her church.CLICK HERE TO READ MORE BE INSPIRED  Kindness Builds Relationship How we treat people is a big deal to God. The Bible has a lot to say about relationships – husbands and wives, parents and children, employers and workers and so on. One such place is in the Book of Ephesians in chapters 5 and 6. The exact reading can be found at Ephesians 5: 21 through Ephesians 6:9. In this passage, we are admonished to treat people kindly. When we are congenial towards people and handle them with care, these kind gestures are the hallmark of building good and healthy relationships. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE COMMUNITY RESOURCESCommunity resource centers offer FREE classes and events year round Peoples www.peopleshealth.com AmeriHealth www.amerihealthcaritasla.com Humana Humana Neighborhood Center, Metairie, LA JenCare Midcity | JenCare Senior Medical Center (jencaremed.com) AARP https://local.aarp.org/new-orleans-la/aarp-events/ Here is the easiest way to keep up with what is going on in your city. Orleans Parish Emergency Alerts https://ready.nola.gov/stay-connected/emergency-alerts/ Jefferson Parish https://www.jeffparish.net/ St Tammany https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=stpgovalert http://www.stpgov.org/localalert St. Bernard https://www.sbpg.net/list.aspx Plaquemines https://www.plaqueminesparish.com/AlertCenter.aspx Other Orleans Parish Newsletters: (Click to subscribe)Neighborhood Engagement Neighborhood Engagement – City of New Orleans (nola.gov) City Council Home – New Orleans City Council (nola.gov) New Orleans Recreation Department (NORD) https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/LANOLA/subscriber/new?topic_id=LANOLA_25 Mental Health 9-8-8 National Mental Health LineKeep Calm Line (distress/ immediate help) 1-866-310-7977Behavioral Health Help Line 1-877-664-2248 Food, Clothing, Shelter, and Financial Assistance Dial 211 Find your local assistance COVID Order FREE tests from the governmentLouisiana COVID information Hurricane Preparedness Generator Safety Louisiana Preparedness Guide Cancer Screenings No – Cost breast and cervical screenings for women CLICK HERE RESOURCES FOR CHURCHES MARCH HEALTH TIP  Start March with 5 Health-Boosting TipsGet ready to embrace the thrill of National Nutrition Month® this March! It’s a phenomenal time to shine a spotlight on the importance of smart food choices and establishing healthy eating and exercise routines. Let’s get excited about nourishing our bodies the right way! CLICK HERE TO READ MORE MARCH HEALTH AWARENESS  National Kidney Month 2024 Did you know your kidneys filter all of your blood up to 25 times a day? This kidney month, join us in getting to know your kidneys. Learn how you can protect these two fist-sized, bean-shaped organs that work around the clock for you. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE  Remember to submit your monthly activity report for activities between the 1st and the 31st of the previous month. What did your wellness ministry do recently? You can download and complete the fillable PDF: CLICK HERE.Wellness Ministry Activity Report  Baptist Community Ministries, Congregational Wellness You are receiving this email because you opted in through participation in one of our programs: CNEP, CHPP, STAR, BHIP or MHFA. Thank you for being a part of our wellness ministry network. Our mailing address is: Baptist Community Ministries, Congregational Wellness 2222 Lakeshore Drive New Orleans, LA 70122 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list |
NEWS BRIEF – Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993 – Successful Case Resolution by the New Orleans District Office of the U.S. DOL’s, Wage & Hour Division (WHD)
All,
Please see the attachment and bulleted news brief below, pertaining to the successful resolution of a Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993 investigation by the New Orleans District Office of the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL), Wage & Hour Division (WHD). The employer denied a key employee’s request for medical leave and subsequently terminated her. Feel free to forward this news brief and email to anyone you think may be interested.
To request outreach materials, trainings, workshops, or presentations on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993 or any of the other Major Laws Administered & Enforced by the Wage & Hour Division (WHD) please contact me at smith.stuart@dol.gov, 504-299-1488 (office) or 504-256-0361.
Thank you,
Stuart Smith
New Orleans District Office, Community Outreach & Resource Planning Specialist (CORPS)
United States Department of Labor
New Orleans District Office
Office Phone & Fax – 504-299-1488
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Show Yourself Some LOVE by Registering for “Wellness Summit” by March 31st for the discount
| Featured Session: “Embracing Change: Navigating Change Confidently” presented byRobert John Sawyer II, PhD, ABPP-CN Dr. John Sawyer is a neuropsychologist at Ochsner Health. He co-directs the Center for Brain Health and works in the Office of Professional Well-Being as the Medical Director of Professional Staff Experience.In that role, he coaches physicians and APPs dealing with burnout and delivers talks across the system for clinical teams struggling with burnout and job stress.In 2019, the Louisiana Psychological Association gave him the Early Career Psychologist award that year and, in 2020, was nominated as a healthcare hero at Ochsner during the initial wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.    Register Now! This CME event is appropriate for healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, licensed practical nurses, physician assistants, healthcare admin, behavioral health professionals, residents, and other healthcare professionals. Use code WELLNESS24 for $100 off. Discounts will not be honored after 03/31/24. Snag this discount before it’s gone!REGISTER HERE Hotel AccommodationsWe invite you to attend the Wellness Summit!Families and spouses are encouraged to accompany you.Resort activities will be available for family members stayingat The Grand Hotel.Book now to secure your room for Memorial Day Weekend! BOOK NOW!   Follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date on the latest Wellness Summit Information. Visit our page to invite a friend or colleague and share the event with your network. Follow us on LinkedIn   Contact InfoKelsey Guidry kelsey@foundationforwellness.com (337) 806-9394 |
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Youth focus application announcement: 2024 YBCL Youth Futures Fund Application Now Open! Apply by March 29th!
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 Greetings Community!Happy Black History Month and Happy Black Climate Week! We are thrilled to be actively participating in this week-long celebration of the innovative climate solutions and environmental justice work that Black folk have been leading for years, while simultaneously calling on philanthropy & the media to do a better job at investing in the communities most impacted by the climate crisis and centering Black voices from the bottom up and the top down. With that said, we are pleased to add to the celebration with the launch of the 2024 Young Black Climate Leaders Youth Futures Fund application! The YBCL Youth Futures Fund provides financial awards to young Black climate leaders who are advocating for and transforming their communities toward racial and environmental justice. The fund provides access to capacity-building support and resources for young Black climate leaders who are reshaping the broader climate movement. With a focus on centering local movements and initiatives, the YBCL Youth Futures Fund will uplift models of climate resistance and regenerative practices rooted in creativity and advancing transformative change. |
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| Funding is available for new projects or initiatives already in motion that need additional support and may cover training, classes, workshops, certifications, education costs, the purchase of tools and equipment, etc. Projects must be completed in a community or group setting. Projects must align with a community-driven approach that centers the needs, impact, and solutions to and in the community. All awards will be considered based on the merit of each application. Fund recipients will be selected following a panel application review and (if needed) an interview process. We welcome previous applicants and alumni of our sibling program, YCLC, who have applied in the past to re-apply if interested. The exception to this is if you are a part of the current YBCL or YCLC cohort. Current YBCL cohort members are not eligible to apply as core programming for YBCL will be standard for each incoming cohort training. To be eligible for a YBCL Youth Futures Fund award, applicants must: 1. Identify as Black, African, Afro-Latinx and or part of the Afro-Indigenous diaspora. 2. Be based and implement their project in one of the following places: the United States (including Alaska and Hawaii), Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands or the U.S. Virgin Islands. 3. Be 18-28 years old (OK to turn 18 by July 1 or turn 29 during the project). 4. Be available to complete a ZOOM interview – interviews will be scheduled between May 3 and May 17, 2024 (if needed). Fund applications will be accepted from February 21 to March 29, 2024 at 11:59 pm PT. Application decisions will be announced on May 31, 2024. Please share widely with your networks! |
El Centro: Servicios gratuito
Buenas tardes,
Confiamos que este mensaje le encuentre bien. Nos complace informarle que nuestro servicio gratuito de declaración de impuestos, VITA Latinx, ha iniciado sus operaciones; también estamos a puertas de dar inicio al programa de Camino Financiero. Agradeceríamos enormemente su colaboración al difundir este mensaje a través de los medios de comunicación que tenga a su disposición
Los 5 Súper Sábados de Impuestos se llevaran acabo de 10am to 3pm:
- March 23 @ East New Orleans Regional Library (New Orleans East): https://acortar.link/R3fV52
- March 30 @ Algiers Regional Library: https://acortar.link/IfdW7v
- April 6 y 13 @ Apostolado Hispano in Kenner: https://acortar.link/nu1jxg
* Aquí encontrarás los postcards que estamos actualmente circulando en la ciudad
* Aquí encontrarás la nota de prensa del programa
* Aquí encontrarás el SocialMedia Kid
Camino FInanciero Orientation Marzo 6 @6pm : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/827576763377?aff=oddtdtcreator
Camino Finaciero es un programa GRATUITO de 2 meses que combina 4 talleres con 3 citas de asesoria personalizada sobre temas de credito, presupuesto, manejo de deuda y aceso a capital. Las personas pueden inscribirse al programa completando el formulario de participación o registrándose para la orientación del programa.
Disponemos de material publicitario impreso. Si considera beneficioso contar con este material, por favor, no dude en informarnos para coordinar la entrega.
Apreciamos de antemano su valioso apoyo y quedamos a su disposición para cualquier consulta adicional.
Saludos,
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Marcia Lo
Community Manager Assistant and Impact Associate
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A: 4334 Earhart Blvd., Ste 700,
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Free Citizenship Workshop before USCIS Fees Go Up-CCANO Immigration on March 9th
Dear Community Partners,
I hope you are doing well! I’m sharing with you information about a free citizenship workshop on March 19 at the CCANO Immigration Refugee Services Offices at 2505 Maine Avenue, Metairie, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
The fees for all USCIS services are going up exponentially so we are trying to reach as many people as possible and help them before the increase. Please share the flyers with everyone you think could benefit from knowing this information.
Thank you and have a great weekend!
Ginette
Ginette Arguello, MSW, LCSW
(She, Her, Ella)
Clinical Care Manager
Immigration Services Unaccompanied Children Program
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans
4200 S I-10 Service Road West, Suite 235 | Metairie, LA 70001
Office: (504) 310-6984 | Cell: 504-460-5636 | Fax: (504) 310-6899
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Seminario Agrícola Virtual 2024 organizado por la División de Horas y Salarios del Departamento de Trabajo de EE, 28 de marzo de 2024 de 9:30 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. CST
The US Department of Labor will be hosting a free, online educational seminar for agriculture industry employers, workers, other stakeholders on March 28, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and we would appreciate it if you could post and forward the attached Spanish flyer to those you believe might be interested in registering. If there is ever anything District Director Troy Mouton or I can do for you in the future, please let me know. Thank you, Stuart Smith > Community Outreach & Resource Planning Specialist (CORPS), New Orleans District Office, U.S. DOL/Wage & Hour Division (WHD)
Saludos,
Está invitado a asistir al Seminario Agrícola Virtual 2024 organizado por la División de Horas y Salarios del Departamento de Trabajo de EE. UU. Este evento virtual gratuito se llevará a cabo el 28 de marzo de 2024 de 9:30 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. CST y brindará orientación sobre las normas laborales federales relacionadas con la industria agrícola. Consulte la agenda a continuación para obtener información adicional.
Presentado en coordinación con otras agencias federales y organizaciones, el Seminario Agrícola Virtual 2024 se enfocará en temas laborales que afectan a la industria agrícola, tales como:
• Reglas del programa de Visa H-2A
• Requisitos para tramitar la petición H-2A y la función de USCIS en el proceso H-2A
• Los derechos de los trabajadores bajo las normas del Departamento de Justicia de EE. UU.
• Requisitos de la Ley de Normas Justas de Trabajo y normas sobre el empleo de menores
• Requisitos de la Ley de Protección de Trabajadores Agrícolas Migrantes y Temporales en la Agricultura
• Normas de Sanidad en el Campo bajo la Ley de Seguridad y Sanidad Ocupacional (OSHA)
• Requisitos para registrarse como Contratista de Trabajo Agrícola (FLC)
La asistencia es gratuita, pero el espacio es limitado. Regístrate aquí: Seminario Agrícola Virtual
Nos esforzamos por organizar eventos inclusivos y accesibles que permitan que todas las personas se involucren y participen plenamente. En este evento se ofrecerá traducción simultánea al español. Para solicitar una adaptación o realizar consultas sobre accesibilidad, comuníquese con William Sabik, Sabik.william@dol.gov, antes del 23 de marzo de 2024.
Consulte los folletos y la agenda adjuntos para obtener más información y no dude en compartir esta información con cualquiera que esté interesado en asistir.
Envíe un correo electrónico a William Sabik @ sabik.william@dol.gov si tiene alguna pregunta.
Gracias y esperamos su participación. Saludos
Thank you,
Stuart Smith
New Orleans District Office, Community Outreach & Resource Planning Specialist (CORPS)
United States Department of Labor
New Orleans District Office
Office Phone & Fax – 504-299-1488
Cell Phone – 504-256-0361
LA Language Access & Latino Forum 