Jewish Council on Urban Affairs

Registration Opens for the 2023 Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit featuring Award-Winning American Poet and Writer Jimmy Santiago Baca as Keynote Speaker

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) and Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) today announced registration is open for the expanded Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit on Nov. 8 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts. Jimmy Santiago Baca, winner of the International Prize for his memoir A Place to Stand, will provide the keynote address.

Key Points: 
  • Jimmy Santiago Baca, winner of the International Prize for his memoir A Place to Stand, will provide the keynote address.
  • We must take action on a broader scale to combat these developments and create better safety nets for at-risk youth."
  • According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, in 2022 roughly 12% of youth experiencing homelessness across the United States were residing in Nevada.
  • To expand The Movement to End Youth Homelessness statewide, a steering committee is spearheading content planning and participant engagement for Summit 2023.

How the death of Nahel M. inflamed an already embattled France

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

In view of current events, the announced “appeasement” seems to be no more than a word.

Key Points: 
  • In view of current events, the announced “appeasement” seems to be no more than a word.
  • As long as it doesn’t take concrete form, political discourse remains disappointing and fuels mistrust toward political leaders.
  • According to the Odoxa poll cited above, only 36% of French people consider him competent – down 13% since May 2022.

The “little phrases” that spark the flame

    • Despite a few apologies between his two terms in office, he continues to pepper his speechs with ‘little phrases’ – off-the-cuff remarks that spark mistrust and anger among regular citizens.
    • He strongly supported the country’s police and security forces, backing up Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin.
    • There were no words of support or compassion for the working-class neighbourhoods, even those suffering most from the riots.

City policy

    • It doesn’t work like that any more.”

      “The people who live in these neighbourhoods are the actors in these issues.

    • It doesn’t work like that any more.” “The people who live in these neighbourhoods are the actors in these issues.
    • The 2022 plan called ‘Quartiers 2030’ shows signs of a desire to (re)take these areas and their residents into consideration.
    • The president’s trip to Marseille to visit some difficult housing estates did nothing to change the situation or bring lasting peace.

The left-right divide

    • Another factor is the left-right divide.
    • A more start-up-Uber line, present in Macron’s book Revolution, or a more authoritarian line embodied by his Interior Minister, Gerald Darmanin?
    • A blurring that has contributed to the weakening of the divide, a weakening that suffocates democracy and automatically radicalises opposition – to oppose the president, it’s mechanically necessary to go further to the right and further to the left.
    • Like a fault line, and with a challenge to reconcile and make ‘common’ that seems a long way off.

Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth and Las Vegas Sands Set the Expanded Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit for Nov. 8

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

LAS VEGAS, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) and Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) today announced the expanded Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit will take place Nov. 8 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) and Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) today announced the expanded Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit will take place Nov. 8 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts.
  • This year's Summit will provide the foundation to build the state's first plan to end youth homelessness, modeling the effort to build the Southern Nevada Plan to End Youth Homelessness that had been curated through previous Summits.
  • "We must join forces with the host of great organizations throughout Nevada to aid vulnerable young people and youth in crisis.
  • To expand The Movement to End Youth Homelessness statewide, a steering committee is spearheading content planning and participant engagement for Summit 2023.

The Millennia Companies® Congratulates Director of Resident Advocacy Angela Shuckahosee on Receiving Advocate Of The Year Award

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Friday, December 16, 2022

Shuckahosee serves as a steward of the service coordinator team, participating in all aspects of grant administration, training opportunities and quality assurance reporting.

Key Points: 
  • Shuckahosee serves as a steward of the service coordinator team, participating in all aspects of grant administration, training opportunities and quality assurance reporting.
  • “We congratulate her on this well-deserved recognition.”
    Shuckahosee has served as the Director of Resident Advocacy at Millennia since 2017.  Previously, she served as Executive Director of Cleveland Tenants Organization.
  • The Millennia Companies® (Millennia) is a high-performance business enterprise with a strong sense of mission.
  • Also, Millennia ranked #16 on the list of Top Multifamily Development Firms by Multi-Housing News in 2021.

Urban Affairs Coalition Present “Doer & Dreamer” Service Awards in Celebration of 53 Years of Community Impact – 11/18

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Nearly 1,000 guests are expected to attend this years breakfast (in person for the first time since the pandemic).

Key Points: 
  • Nearly 1,000 guests are expected to attend this years breakfast (in person for the first time since the pandemic).
  • Founders Award recognizes UAC partners for their distinguished, long-term service to the Coalition and its communities, rooted in the principals of its founders.
  • Musical entertainment will be provided by local jazz singer Romona (who also serves as Director of Corporate and Community Impact at PECO Energy).
  • The Urban Affairs Coalition unites government, business, neighborhoods, and individual initiatives to improve the quality of life in the region, build wealth in urban communities, and solve emerging issues.

Craig Campbell II Joins Gilbane Building Company to Lead Greater Philadelphia and New Jersey Economic Inclusion Initiatives

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Friday, October 28, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company is pleased to announce that Craig Campbell has joined the team as economic inclusion manager for the Philadelphia and New Jersey business units. Campbell will be responsible for developing and fostering relationships with external stakeholders, conducting outreach with small and diverse businesses, advocating for small and diverse businesses throughout the buy-out process, and tracking workforce and business participation against goals. In addition, he will lead Gilbane's Rising Contractor program in Philadelphia, taking over for senior project executive, Mark Zamrowski.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company is pleased to announce that Craig Campbell has joined the team as economic inclusion manager for the Philadelphia and New Jersey business units.
  • In addition, he will lead Gilbane's Rising Contractor program in Philadelphia, taking over for senior project executive, Mark Zamrowski.
  • Campbell joins Gilbane from Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW), where he led their supplier diversity program in the City of Philadelphia.
  • "I'm excited to welcome Craig to Gilbane's Philadelphia and New Jersey teams," said Shawn Carlin, Gilbane vice president and Philadelphia business unit leader.

Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth and Las Vegas Sands Set Southern Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit for Nov. 17

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) and Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) today announced the sixth annual Southern Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit will take place on Nov. 17 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) and Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) today announced the sixth annual Southern Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit will take place on Nov. 17 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts.
  • After its debut at Summit 2022, The Movement Institute will provide an ongoing advocacy forum to integrate community members into the fight to end youth homelessness in Southern Nevada.
  • "The elevated barriers our community's youth face today are disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable and are likely to exacerbate youth homelessness.
  • For more information and to register for the 2022 Southern Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit and The Movement Institute, visit https://nphy.org/summit22 .

Fish & Richardson Pro Bono Team Wins Jury Verdict for Female Employee in Sex Discrimination Lawsuit  

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Were thankful the jury got this right, sending a strong message that this type of behavior is unacceptable, said Fish Principal Daniel Tishman , who represented Parker in this case.

Key Points: 
  • Were thankful the jury got this right, sending a strong message that this type of behavior is unacceptable, said Fish Principal Daniel Tishman , who represented Parker in this case.
  • The jury awarded Parker $340,000 in compensatory damages, as well as $385,000 in punitive damages.
  • Ms. Parker was a model employee who, upon following protocol against false accusations, was fired while her harassers were protected.
  • In 2020, nearly 75% of the firms attorneys took part in pro bono projects, resulting in roughly 22,000 pro bono hours dedicated firmwide.

Urban Affairs Coalition Announces Service Award Honorees in Celebration of 52 Years of Positive Community Impact

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Since its founding in 1969, UAC has helped friends, families, and neighbors across Philadelphia create stronger, more vibrant communities.

Key Points: 
  • Since its founding in 1969, UAC has helped friends, families, and neighbors across Philadelphia create stronger, more vibrant communities.
  • Established to mark UACs 50th anniversary, the award recognizes stalwart community partners for their distinguished service to the Coalition and its communities, rooted in the principals of its Founders.
  • Were proud to honor these members of our community who share our vision to improve the quality of life within our region.
  • The Urban Affairs Coalition unites government, business, neighborhoods, and individual initiatives to improve the quality of life in the region, build wealth in urban communities, and solve emerging issues.

Guidehouse's Greg Heller Honored with Urban Affairs Coalition Community Leadership Award

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Thursday, November 4, 2021

WASHINGTON, Nov. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse , a leading global provider of consulting and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, is proud to announce that Greg Heller, a Director in the company's Capital Projects & Infrastructure segment, will be recognized with the Urban Affairs Coalition Community Leadership Award.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse , a leading global provider of consulting and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, is proud to announce that Greg Heller, a Director in the company's Capital Projects & Infrastructure segment, will be recognized with the Urban Affairs Coalition Community Leadership Award.
  • The Urban Affairs Coalition unites government, business, neighborhoods, and individual initiative to improve the quality of life in the region, build wealth in urban communities, and solve emerging issues.
  • The Community Leadership Award recognizes individuals whose exceptional contributions make Philadelphia a better place to live, work and play.
  • "I'm extremely humbled to receive Urban Affairs Coalition's Community Leadership Award," said Heller.