Margot Parrot, Chair of the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women, talks about recent MA legislation supporting equality in the workplace. Pay equity, Family and Medical Leave and Pregnant Worker’s Fairness are topics reviewed on Comcast Newsmakers.
Hosted by: Eric ClemonsProduced by: Western New England Newsmakers Team
The history of the Irish Great Hunger can be viewed through the lens of art to reach us on a deeper level. Host Eric Clemons is joined by the Executive Director of Ireland's Great Hunger Museum at Quinnipiac University, Ryan Mahoney.
Adapting to a new country, culture and language is challenging. Will Kneerim with Integrated Refugee and Immigrant Services in New Haven discusses refugee resettlement support services for those re-building their lives in Connecticut.
The Anti-Defamation League Connecticut Chapter provides high quality anti-bias education in communities and schools across the state. ADL Connecticut Regional Director, Steven Ginsburg, joins Eric Clemons to discuss overcoming bigotry and hatred.
The Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Thomas J. Saadi, joins Newsmakers to discuss services and benefits for veterans, their spouses and eligible dependents; including health care, a residential center, housing and advocacy.
Coltsville National Historic Park Superintendent, James Woolsey, discusses the Park's status in the Coltsville Historic District where Samuel Colt pioneered precision manufacturing and the production of firearms during the industrial revolution.
Public Transportation is a lifeline in many U.S. cities. Connecticut DOT Bureau Chief of Public Transportation, Rich Andreski, joins Newsmakers to discuss the state of the state's transportation system moving people and goods by bus, train and ferry.
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death in teens 10-14. Bullying, both online and off, is a top issue among America's youth. Sweethearts and Heroes educates society about the impact bullying has on all of our schools, neighborhoods, and individuals.
For Bullying Part 2 - click here
The United Arc provides advocacy and support services to people living with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their families; including the transition from youth to adult and from adulthood to a senior, as well as a parenting program.
For Part 1 of our conversation with Lynn Bielecki click here.
Interview recorded on September 12, 2017 at the Majestic Theater.
According to the census bureau, by 2022 there will be more people in the United States of color than Caucasian. The Partnership, Inc. supports Boston's multicultural professionals at all levels of leadership in an increasingly diverse and global workforce by helping create a corporate climate that encourages diversity.
The Partnership makes corporations and institutions more competitive in a global economy.
Interview recorded on May 10, 2017. Hosted by Jenny Johnson.
Mental health and addiction treatment has skyrocketed. The Association for Behavioral Healthcare advocates on behalf of Massachusetts' community-based mental health and addiction treatment organizations to ensure cost effective quality care.
Interview recorded on August 22, 2017 at Suffolk University. Hosted by Jenny Johnson.
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