Child Advocates and the McDonald's Houston Children's Festival- 4:30
Ashley Brockette, PR/Marketing
Posted Feb 20, 2018
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Every 9 minutes, a child in Texas experiences abuse or neglect. Nearly 4,000 children in the Houston area have experienced such life-threatening abuse or neglect that they had to be removed from their homes and placed in foster care. Child Advocates trains everyday people to advocate for the best interests of these children in court so they can find safe, permanent homes as quickly as possible. Ashley Brockette, PR/Marketing talks about how you can support the organization.
Hosted by: Michael BybeeProduced by: Houston Newsmakers Team
The mission of the Harris County Constable’s Office Precinct One is to enhance the quality of life in our precinct by working in partnership with the community and to enforce laws, preserve the peace, reduce fear and provide a safe environment. Our Mandate is to do so with honor and integrity while at all times conducting ourselves with the highest ethical standards to maintain public confidence. Community Outreach Director, Erica Davis talks about different way they are building bridges between law enforcement and the community.
3rd Annual BARK for BARC Pet Walk is scheduled April 28, 2018 at Rice University. This is a fun, family and pet-friendly event. For more information please visit www.HoustonBARCFoundation.org
The Immunization Partnership helps individuals, physicians and others to make smart choices about protecting their communities from vaccine-preventable diseases. Every year, roughly 3 million people die from vaccine-preventable diseases worldwide, and countless more suffer life-long disabilities. TIP endeavors to prevent what's preventable. All across Texas, TIP conducts community and provider forums to educate the public on the latest in vaccine-related science and policy, advocates for evidence-based legislation, and builds the capacity of community-based immunization coalitions.
Allison Winnike, President and CEO spoke about flu season and the importance of getting vaccinated.
The Woods Project (TWP) provides low-income high school students with transformative, experiential learning opportunities in the outdoors. Beginning in 2006 with 11 students in Yosemite, TWP now serves nearly 700 students each year. TWP offers students the kind of access to outdoor spaces and recreational activities that are more common among their higher-income peers. Students leave TWP programming with the life and leadership skills needed for success. For More Information, please visit: www.thewoodsproject.org
In celebration of Black History Month, Comcast recently announced a partnership with City of Houston Mayor, Sylvester Turner, to honor 10 Houston community volunteers at the first-ever Mayor’s History Makers Awards held on February 9, 2018. Held at the Houstonian Hotel, the honorees were recognized for their commitment to making a difference in the community through volunteerism, mentorship, advocacy and civic engagement.
The volunteers were commended as exceptional individuals having demonstrated selfless commitment in their communities. They played a vital role in positive change and continue to help celebrate diversity in the city of Houston. As part of the recognition, each honoree will be featured in a 30-second Public Service Announcement that will air on Comcast cable. In addition, Comcast NBCUniversal will also donate $1,000 to the nonprofit organization of the honoree’s choice.
The Mexican Institute of Greater Houston (MIGH) is a significant contributor to Community Development because we are increasing our student’s workforce skills so they can opt for better paid jobs. MIGH offers Basic Computer Technology Literacy Education for Adults. It is taught in English and Spanish and reaches parents through the schools attended by their children (K-12). We have been educating at risk LEPs about the benefits of using computers at home and at work, teaching them several software packages. Our programs primarily serve parents (80% woman/20% men) of school-aged children throughout the State of Texas. Carlos J. Lopez, President spoke about their Computer Literacy Courses for Adults.
THE HOUSTON HISPANIC FORUM IS A 501 (C) (3) NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION FOCUSED ON EMPOWERING AND INSPIRING THE SUCCESS OF THE LARGE AND FAST-GROWING HISPANIC COMMUNITY IN THE GREATER HOUSTON AREA, THEREBY STRENGTHENING THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY.
For More Information, please visit Houston Hispanic Forum
Discovery Green’s spring season kicks off March 1 with a Bayou City Music Series concert at the park. Season highlights include the Roller Rink (open 3/2 through 3/25), the return of the Canned Acoustica concert series, Screen on the Green, Toddler Tuesdays and much more.
to Find out about more events, please visit Discovery Green
Women Driving Business is a series of uniquely inspirational business events intended to provide opportunities to connect and promote key West Houston women business owners and "C" level corporate executives.
Women Driving Business provides opportunities to network, connect, and promote business through a series of uniquely feminine events. Since women interact and network differently than men, this is a perfect platform and opportunity for special business connections.
This year's 2017 presenting sponsor is The Rose, which helps reduce deaths from breast cancer by providing access to screenings, diagnostics, and treatment services to any woman regardless of her ability to pay. Studies show women often put personal needs on hold while tending to the needs of others. Many women cite cost and lack of access as reasons they delay preventive services.
Find Out More Information -?www.womendrivingbusiness.com
Veterans are looking for careers not jobs, communicating and setting expectations about how the civilian sector works is the first step. Effective networking is the ultimate key to success. Interested in finding out how you can help? Visit Lone Star Veterans Association
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