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Jeremy Williamson, head of private wealth and markets at Craigs Investment Partners, recently claimed there was momentum building for Kiwis to move away from investing in property - but one expert has suggested differently. Matt Ball from the Property Investors Federation acknowledged people were getting more savvy about outside investments and that the property market was changing, but claimed the nation's love affair with property wasn't over. "I think the property market has changed, thanks to some initiatives from the Government and I think people will start to take a bit of a different approach. I don't buy this whole - property investment isn't a productive activity." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeremy Williamson, head of private wealth and markets at Craigs Investment Partners, recently claimed there was momentum building for Kiwis to move away from investing in property - but one expert has suggested differently. Matt Ball from the Property Investors Federation acknowledged people were getting more savvy about outside investments and that the property market was changing, but claimed the nation's love affair with property wasn't over. "I think the property market has changed, thanks to some initiatives from the Government and I think people will start to take a bit of a different approach. I don't buy this whole - property investment isn't a productive activity." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode you will get an update on current projects at the Michigan Center for Youth Justice, along with what's next for future projects. You will hear from Jen Peacock, Policy Director, about current legislation that is being considered or recently passed that will impact juvenile justice in Michigan. Lastly, you will hear from Denita Dorsey, Outreach & Advocacy Manager, who will give details on the upcoming Voices of Justice youth fellowship program that will welcome its second cohort in October 2025. To keep up to date on all projects, news, and events, sign up for the MCYJ newsletter at miyouthjustice.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As workplaces strive to become more inclusive, Autistic people are often misunderstood. However, when empowered they brings a unique perspectives and strengths that can greatly enrich a team. In today's episode we will hear from an autistic person, Chanelle, share their lived experiences and from Larah what are the practical tools a workplace can implement to better support autistic individuals effectively —from recruitment all the way through to everyday communication and collaboration. Autism NZ's biography:Larah van der Meer: Larah is the Research and Advocacy Manager at Autism NZ. She is also an Adjunct Research Fellow at Victoria University of Wellington. Larah is passionate about inclusion and making a positive difference to the autistic and autism communities, both at an individual level and in creating systemic change. Chanelle Moriah: Chanelle is neurodivergent (autistic, dyslexic and ADHD, along with pathological demand avoidance). She works as a Research and Advocacy Advisor and has written and illustrated two books on neurodivergence, one of which was listed for the New Zealand Book Awards. Chanelle was diagnosed in adulthood and is very passionate about creating more inclusive and understanding communitiesIn this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions.00:00 - Intro02:45 - What is autism03:45 - Understanding the autism spectrum05:50 - How to determine the level of support someone needs07:50 - Autistic people vs person with autism which is the right term to use09:50 - Strengths based vs deficit based terminology10:50 - What are the differences between an autistic person and a neurotypical person12:00 - What are the barriers to getting a formal diagnosis15:00 - Should people disclose their diagnosis with their employers16:40 - What are signs a workplace is safe to disclose17:45 - What should be on an employee checklist of accommodation21:30 - How to deal with an inflexible workplace24:00 - What are the barriers preventing employment of autistic people28:15 - What are the changes to a recruitment process to make it more inclusive32:00 - What are the benefits workplaces see when they are inclusive of neurodiverse employees34:25 - How do you deal with conflict that can arise from diverse teams38:15 - What do managers need to learn about their autistic employee4115 - What actions can be hurtful to an autistic person42:30 - What resources are available to support workplaces to create inclusive practices44:50 - How do you support individuals who are masking their autism47:10 - How can performance reviews be more inclusive49:25 - Should workplace set up support groups for neurodivergent employees?50:45 - How can employers prevent an autistic employee from experiencing burnout 53:00 - what is Larah and Chanelle's one wellbeing practiceLearn more about Autism NZhttps://autismnz.org.nz/ Learn more about Clearheadhttps://www.myclearhead.com/

Lisa Makaula, Advocacy Manager at Green Connection spoke about the groups concern over the recent approval of the EIA for Shell's proposed Northern Cape Ultra Deep oil & gas exploration project on the West Coast- TAGS Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Emma Case, Planning and Advocacy Manager at the Senior Alliance talks to Jennifer Frush, Executive Director for New Hope Center for Grief Support. They discuss the various problems and the situations that can cause those problems when dealing with grief. Everyone has a different way of grieving, and grief affects everyone differently. whether you're a senior, or younger or even a child. New Hope Center for Grief Support is a free advocacy and counseling organization that offers help for people who are grieving in many different ways. From support groups to individualized help to events and activities, New Hope can provide care for those who are grieving and feel like no one understands what they are going through. Great information! www.thesenioralliance.org. Produced by The Senior Alliance and Blazing Kiss Media. The post Inside The Senior Alliance – MI Options (Ep 58) appeared first on The Senior Alliance.

Difficult conversations should take place in all regions of a diverse state like Texas, especially after 30-plus years of one party rule. Beyond placing blame on rural regions or certain sects of historically Democratic voters, we should first take a deep look inwards and be ready to listen to those different from ourselves. Last month, over a hundred Democratic county party chairs, rural organizers, and freshly announced candidates held a conference in Bastrop, Texas. The 134 PAC invited both Progress Texas Podcasting Director Chris Mosser and Advocacy Manager and former small-town City Councilor Reagan Stone to take part - an honor and lots of fun. For the closing panel of the event, Reagan joined San Angelo attorney and Co-Founder of the 134 PAC Jon Mark Hogg, and seasoned rural political consultant and proud Missouri farmer Will Westmoreland to start the hunt for answering questions on turning Texas blue. Moderated by University of Houston at Victoria Political Science Professor Woodrow Wilson Wagner, this episode is an off-prompt attempt at defining why our conservative neighbors don't always vote for what may serve their best interests, and how progressive Texans might go about starting difficult, but very important, conversational exchanges with their more conservative counterparts.Learn more about the 134 PAC at https://www.the134pac.org/.Thanks for listening! Learn more about Progress Texas and how you can help support our ongoing work at https://progresstexas.org/.

New Zealand isn't likely to get a better deal than we're currently getting, when it comes to trade with the US. Almost all goods to the US now face a 10% base tariff rate. Donald Trump's announced a 25% tariff rate for Japan and South Korea from the start of next month and may also raise tariffs on other trading partners. Business NZ Advocacy Manager Catherine Beard told Heather du Plessis-Allan New Zealand probably can't negotiate a tariff rate below the 10% rate we're facing. She says if that's the best rate going, it's probably not worth New Zealand trying to get into a "David and Goliath" battle with the US. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand isn't likely to get a better deal than we're currently getting, when it comes to trade with the US. Almost all goods to the US now face a 10% base tariff rate. Donald Trump's announced a 25% tariff rate for Japan and South Korea from the start of next month and may also raise tariffs on other trading partners. Business NZ Advocacy Manager Catherine Beard told Heather du Plessis-Allan New Zealand probably can't negotiate a tariff rate below the 10% rate we're facing. She says if that's the best rate going, it's probably not worth New Zealand trying to get into a "David and Goliath" battle with the US. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From tomorrow, all rental properties in New Zealand will have to meet the healthy home standards. The Healthy Homes Act brought in stricter rules around heating, insulation, ventilation and draft stopping. Despite the long notice period and extensions, Advocacy manager at the Property Investors Federation Matt Ball says some homes are still not up to standard. In a recent sample of 1000 homes, only 23% were found to be fully compliant. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's Pod Bites, Shona Goudie, Policy and Advocacy Manager at the Food Foundation gives a rundown on what we need to know about last week's spending review when it comes to food.Click here for the Food Foundation Manifesto and here to sign up for the newsletter. And watch this space for more clarity and updates from The Food Foundation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Emma Case, Planning and Advocacy Manager at the Senior Alliance talks to Jennifer Frush, Executive Director for New Hope Center for Grief Support. They discuss the various problems and the situations that can cause those problems when dealing with grief. Everyone has a different way of grieving, and grief affects everyone differently. whether you're a senior, or younger or even a child. New Hope Center for Grief Support is a free advocacy and counseling organization that offers help for people who are grieving in many different ways. From support groups to individualized help to events and activities, New Hope can provide care for those who are grieving and feel like no one understands what they are going through. Great information! www.thesenioralliance.org. Produced by The Senior Alliance and Blazing Kiss Media. The post Inside The Senior Alliance – St. Joseph's Helpers (Ep 57) appeared first on The Senior Alliance.

Send us a textGeri Clark, Resource and Advocacy Manager at Treatment Advocacy Center, shares her devastating journey of losing her son to severe mental illness while navigating a broken treatment system that wouldn't help until it was too late. She reveals critical gaps in our mental health system and explains how legal barriers, misunderstood medical conditions, and insufficient family support create deadly consequences for those with severe psychiatric disorders.• Son experienced his first psychotic break at 19 while attending college on a debate scholarship• After a four-year struggle with severe mental illness, her son took his own life in 2019• Anosognosia is a neurobiological symptom where the brain cannot perceive its own illness• Current mental health system requires evidence of harm before providing involuntary treatment• Treatment standards based on legal criteria rather than medical need lead to preventable tragedies• Insurance companies create "ghost networks" of mental health providers who aren't actually available• Families are often excluded from treatment decision-making despite being primary caregivers• Prolonged exposure to untreated psychosis causes brain damage and reduces recovery chances• Some states now include psychiatric deterioration in their criteria for involuntary treatment• Treatment Advocacy Center works to develop grassroots advocates pursuing legislative change• Mental health crises receive far less urgent response than medical emergencies like strokesIf you know anyone who would like to tell their story, send them to tonymantor.com and contact us so they can be a guest on our show. Tell everyone everywhere about Why Not Me? The World, the conversations we're having, and the inspiration our guests give to show that you are not alone in this world.https://tonymantor.comhttps://Facebook.com/tonymantorhttps://instagram.com/tonymantorhttps://twitter.com/tonymantorhttps://youtube.com/tonymantormusicintro/outro music bed written by T. WildWhy Not Me the World music published by Mantor Music (BMI)

Alex Truelove has served as Legislation and Advocacy Manager at BPI (Biodegradable Plastics Institute) since 2022. He previously directed U.S. PIRG's (Public Interest Research Group's) zero-waste program. He remains passionate about waste reduction, public policy, and working with others to incrementally solve messy environmental problems.  In this episode of Food Safety Matters, we speak with Alex [30:28] about: The work of the Biodegradable Plastics Institute (BPI) California law AB 1201, which goes into effect in January 2026 and makes significant changes to compliance for compostable products, including food packaging, in the state The law's anticipated effects on food packaging and food safety for companies operating in California The roles that labeling and certification play in the safety and sustainability of California food packaging How companies will need to shift how they come to market and talk about the sustainability of their packaging How food companies who sell in California and across other U.S. markets may respond to the changes required by the California law Whether AB 1201 will have a "ripple effect" on the rest of the U.S.  In this episode of Food Safety Matters, we also speak with Bob Ferguson [19:31] about: His latest Food Safety Insights Column, “Hygienic Design: How are Processors Coping with This Essential Element of Food Safety?” News FDA Announces 'Proactive' Post-Market Chemical Review Program to Keep Food Supply Safe [4:33] FDA Approves Three Food Colors from Natural Sources [6:45] More Than 15,000 USDA Employees Take Trump Administration's Resignation Offer [12:35] Unions Representing USDA Staff Request Congressional Oversight of Budget, Staffing Cuts [13:20] FDA Announces Completion of First AI-Assisted Scientific Review Pilot and Agency-Wide AI Rollout Timeline [18:04] Resources Food Safety Summit Live Stream Sessions | On Demand Hygienic Design: How are Processors Coping with This Essential Element of Food Safety? We Want to Hear from You! Please send us your questions and suggestions to podcast@food-safety.com

Retail NZ is calling for an urgent meeting with the police minister. RNZ reports staff have been directed to not investigate shoplifting below $500 and online fraud below $1000. Police say they may not take look further into crime below the threshold and lacking evidence. Retail NZ Advocacy Manager Ann-Marie Johnson told Ryan Bridge they know officers aren't going to turn up at every small incident. She says they just want to know Police are taking these crimes seriously and arresting where they can. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Róisín Ó Chinnéide, Advocacy Manager with Conradh na Gaeilge; Timmy Dooley, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture; Darren O'Rourke, Sinn Féin TD for Meath East; Jen Cummins, Social Democrats TD for Dublin South-Central

The Moneywise Radio Show and Podcast Wednesday, May 14th BE MONEYWISE. Moneywise Wealth Management I "The Moneywise Guys" podcast call: 661-847-1000 text in anytime: 661-396-1000 website: www.MoneywiseGuys.com facebook: Moneywise_Wealth_Manageme instagram: MoneywiseWealthManagement Guests: Catherine Anspach, CAPK Foundation-Director of Development & Savannah Oates, CAPK PR and Advocacy Manager website: www.capkfoundation.org/  

In this episode, Emma Case, Planning and Advocacy Manager at the Senior Alliance talks to Jennifer Frush, Executive Director for New Hope Center for Grief Support. They discuss the various problems and the situations that can cause those problems when dealing with grief. Everyone has a different way of grieving, and grief affects everyone differently. whether you're a senior, or younger or even a child. New Hope Center for Grief Support is a free advocacy and counseling organization that offers help for people who are grieving in many different ways. From support groups to individualized help to events and activities, New Hope can provide care for those who are grieving and feel like no one understands what they are going through. Great information! www.thesenioralliance.org. Produced by The Senior Alliance and Blazing Kiss Media. The post Inside The Senior Alliance – New Hope Center for Grief Support (Ep 56) appeared first on The Senior Alliance.

This week, a University of Otago led study found that autistic pupils are significantly less likely to attend school regularly, particularly at a young age. The researchers of the study had information on 654,438 pupils, of which 8427 were autistic. They found that autistic pupils' regular attendance was 55.3%, compared to 62.5% for non-autistic pupils. They also found that autistic students would experience about 78 fewer school days on average per year compared to their non-autistic peers. Lead author, Dr Nick Bowden, of the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, has said that "it's important to remember that behind the data are real children, whānau, and educators, trying to make it work, often without the tools or support they need". Producer Max spoke with Larah van de Meer, Research and Advocacy Manager at Autism New Zealand, about the recent study by the University of Otago.  

For our weekly catchup with the Green Party's Ricardo Menendez-March, Oto spoke to him about the government's pre-budget announcement and cuts to the operating allowance, as well as the government rejection suggestions to review carbon subsidies and the Greens' call to ban engineered stone products. He spoke to PSA National Secretary Fleur Fitzsimmons (Fit-Simons) for a follow up conversation about the pre-budget announcement. And, for this week's Get Action! He speak to Volunteer president of the Associated New Zealand ME Society Fiona Charlton about a petition to roll back the government's benefit cuts for people experiencing long term hospitalisation. Max spoke to Tania Sawicki Mead, Head of Communications at UNICEF Aotearoa, about the announcement that UNICEF would be launching a groundbreaking project to 3D print prosthetic limbs for war-injured children in Gaza. And he spoke to Larah van de Meer, Research and Advocacy Manager at Autism New Zealand, about the recent study by the University of Otago, that showed that autistic pupils attend school at a noticeably lower rate than non-autistic students.

Joined this week by House Rep for District 32, Nicole Urhe-Balk, with Samantha Chapman, the Advocacy Manager for the SD ACLU. We talk about the highs and lows of the legislative session, D32's future, SD Dems working with the GOP, the gizzards of Kadoka, Land Disputes, Deportation and due process, and 2026 race gossip. @ACLUSouthDakota @JakeShoenbeck @NicoleforHouse @DakotaTownHall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04/15/25: Cody Schuler is the Advocacy Manager for ACLU North Dakota, and joins Joel in the studio to talk about the North Dakota Legislature. Specifically, they dive into Senate Bill 2307 and how it could impact public libraries. With a 49-45 vote, House lawmakers passed Senate Bill 2307, legislation that will require school and public libraries to relocate books bill proponents say contain “sexually explicit” content to areas not easily accessible by minors. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week is National Arthritis Week 2025. The aim of the initiative is to highlight the role of lifestyle medicine in managing arthritis and improving the quality of life for those living with this chronic condition. This year's theme is ‘Empowering Lives with Lifestyle Medicine.' To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Communications and Advocacy Manager, Tara Regan. Photo(C): stockdevil from Getty Images via canva

As National Arthritis Week 2025 gets underway, Tara Regan, Communications and Advocacy Manager at Arthritis Ireland, discusses the role of lifestyle medicine in managing arthritis. From diet and exercise to stress management, Tara explores how simple lifestyle changes can improve quality of life for those living with arthritis.

In this episode, Emma Case, Planning and Advocacy Manager at The Senior Alliance, talks to Renee Roederer, Senior Director of Programs and Community Care at The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan. They discuss how epilepsy affects those who have it, particularly among seniors, and many of the common misconceptions about epilepsy. For example, you can be diagnosed at any age with epilepsy, even if you have not had it before. They also talk about navigating the healthcare system, getting better accommodations for those living with epilepsy, and how to find support in Michigan for patients and their caregivers. Great information! www.thesenioralliance.org. Produced by The Senior Alliance and Blazing Kiss Media. The post Inside The Senior Alliance – Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Ep 54) appeared first on The Senior Alliance.

On this week's Pod Bite, we hear about the launch of two reports on the accessibility of healthy food for children.As part of the Feed the Future campaign, The Food Foundation hosted a special event at Central Hall in Westminster this week to showcase the benefits of Free School Meals has on academic attainment levels, school food quality, food insecurity, obesity, behaviour, school attendance, and local economies.Policy and Advocacy Manager at the Food Foundation, Shona Goudie tells us about the launch of the Superpower of Free School Meals report at the event, while Barnardo's head of Policy and Public Affairs Alesha de Freitas gives us the highlights of its Nourishing the Future report.Click here for the Food Foundation Manifesto and here to sign up for the newsletter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life's Best Medicine. Hannah Warren is the Mental Health Communications and Advocacy Manager at Metabolic Mind. Hannah writes and advocates for increased awareness of the emerging field of metabolic psychiatry. In July 2021, she implemented ketogenic therapy and ultimately put her bipolar 1 disorder into complete remission. She now devotes her career to disseminating the science of metabolic therapies and working to make them a first-line treatment option. In this conversation, Dr. Brian and Hannah talk about… (00:00) Intro (04:19) Hannah's career and personal health journey recovering from Bipolar I Disorder using metabolic therapies (13:56) Hannah's non-profit, Jhoole--a social enterprise, nonprofit, fair trade cooperative that employs women in Maheshwar, India in the eco fashion industry so that they can gain economic independence, invest in education, and ultimately break the cycle of poverty in their community (14:58) Whether creative, entrepreneurial people tend to be more likely to suffer from Bipolar I (17:38) The euphoric nature of mania and the numbness of depression that people with Bipolar I experience (20:18) How Hannah was first introduced to metabolic psychiatry and the positive changes she began implementing that led her to mental stability (27:51) Vegetarian and vegan keto (36:58) The spiritual/emotional aspect of metabolic health (39:06) Hannah's experience coming out of mania and sinking into depression (41:28) How metabolic therapies improve mental illness, depression, and anxiety (51:09) Making helping others and love the guiding principle for your life (53:07) Systemic changes that need to take place in the health care system (01:02:40) Outro/Plugs For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening. Have a blessed day and stay healthy!   Links:   Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Jules Anacker on the Life's Best Medicine Podcast: https://lifesbestmedicine.com/podcast/episode-219-jules-anacker/ Good Energy (book by Casey Means): https://www.caseymeans.com/goodenergy   Hannah Warren: Jhoole: https://www.jhoole.org Metabolic Mind: https://www.metabolicmind.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@metabolicmind   Dr. Brian Lenzkes:  Arizona Metabolic Health: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/ Low Carb MD Podcast: https://www.lowcarbmd.com/   HLTH Code: HLTH Code Promo Code: METHEALTH • • HLTH Code Website: https://gethlth.com

In this episode, Jason Maciejewski, CEO of The Senior Alliance, talks to Dave LaLumia, Executive Director of Area Agencies on Aging Association of Michigan (4AM) Stephanie Hall, Assistant Director of Planning and Advocacy at AgeWays, AAA 1B, and Emma Case, Planning and Advocacy Manager at The Senior Alliance. They discuss the upcoming 2025 Michigan Legislative Session in Lansing and the many issues that the various Area Agencies on Aging are going to be focusing on, such as funding for many of the programs that help and benefit seniors all over the State. They also talk about the changes that have been made to the various budget committees and the fact that much of the bills and issues that concern seniors have had no action in the Legislature. They also talk about how you can get involved, and who you can contact to help move things forward for seniors. Produced by The Senior Alliance and Blazing Kiss Media. The post Inside The Senior Alliance – 2025 State Legislative Preview (Ep 53) appeared first on The Senior Alliance.

The Moneywise Radio Show and Podcast Thursday, January 23rd BE MONEYWISE. Moneywise Wealth Management I "The Moneywise Guys" podcast call: 661-847-1000 text in anytime: 661-396-1000 website: www.MoneywiseGuys.com facebook: Moneywise_Wealth_Management instagram: MoneywiseWealthManagement Guests: Catherine Anspach, CAPK Foundation-Director of Development & Savannah Oates, CAPK PR and Advocacy Manager website: www.capk.org/

We are thrilled to bring you a brand new season of The Table! This season, Macayla and Katie will dive even further into conversations surrounding juvenile justice efforts, and the inspiring advocates behind them. Topics range from hearing a powerful success story from a workforce development program alum to learning what makes an effective re-entry program for justice-impacted youth and more! Each episode will offer a new perspective on ways we can support our young people across the state.We invite you to listen to our premiere episode, as Macayla and Katie reflect on the topics discussed during Season 3 of The Table. Later in the episode, listeners will hear from Jen Peacock, MCYJ's Policy Director, and Denita Dorsey, MCYJ's Outreach and Advocacy Manager, as they give exciting updates about current projects at MCYJ.Listen now at www.miyouthjustice.org/thetable or wherever you find your podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The National Civics Bee is an annual competition that is led by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C. that provides an opportunity for middle school students to showcase their civic knowledge and become more engaged in their communities. The civic bee is very important to the Pennsylvania Chamber according to Elizabeth Bolden, Executive Director, of the PA Chamber Foundation. A survey in 2022 showed that less than half of Americans could name all three branches of government. Another survey in 2023 by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce found that only 25 percent of Americans were confident that they could explain how our government worked to other people. “It makes for a more effective and efficient government, which makes for a better place for businesses to operate and grow and entrepreneurs to come to the Commonwealth. We know that stability is important for businesses. And so, as the civics fee increases, civic engagement, just not among middle schoolers, but among their family members, we're building a stronger commonwealth where we can have a more competitive economy and businesses can flourish and grow, “said Bolden. The PA Chamber Foundation, Lancaster Chamber of Commerce, and Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC are working to get participation from middle school students in the state. Kat DeSantis, Public Policy Coordinator of the Lancaster Chamber says the deadline for applications for the local competition is February 5, 2025. The first step is responding to a three-question essay prompt with no more than 750 words by submitting their application online through a portal. “So, we've distributed that to teachers and educators and students themselves to kind of help them develop their essay, Know what the judges are looking for. They'll get the rubric because we do have essay judges that we've solicited from across the state who will then be scoring the essays. And then, like I said, the top 20 essays will then go on to compete in the local competition, which then includes a couple of rounds of multiple-choice questions via tablet. And then as they kind of go through that, they’ll get down to the kind of third round where students will defend their essays and they'll be asked questions about how they would implement it. And to explain a little bit more about their solutions for their community. And then that is how they then the judge, the live event judges, then select the finalists who then move on to the state competition, “said DeSantis. Kevin DiGuiseppe, Business Policy & Advocacy Manager, Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC is really hoping to see growth of civics knowledge and engagement in our region’s youth during the competition. “One of the most fulfilling and rewarding parts of this experience, at least for myself, is seeing the kids who come in as competitors, as sixth grade students, as seventh grade students. And then to see them coming back the next year or two as seventh graders or as eighth graders, and really watching that knowledge and understanding of foundational civics principles really growing, taking root and flourishing in these kids. It's really rewarding to see. It reminds me of myself at that age when I was first taking an interest in civics, “said DiGuiseppe. The first prize of the National Civic bee is $100,000 529 account towards their college education. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Clancy speaks with Asheena Moses, Statewide Outreach and Advocacy Manager at Florida Impact. She has ten years of experience in the field of food service. You won't want to miss their discussion about food distribution and federal nutrition programs in public schools. They talked about the need to elevate the voices of people who need help. Enjoy the show!

Send us a textJoin me and UCA's Advocacy Manager, Kristin Rastatter, as we talk with Kelli L'Heureux from Resilient Advocacy in Sacramento, California.  Kelli's firm works with the California Urgent Care Association on their legislative and regulatory efforts in the state, but their learnings have applicability for everyone trying to positively influence how Urgent Cares are treated in any state.

In this enlightening episode of Join the Docs, the ever-curious Professor Jonathan Sackier and the delightfully witty Doctor Nigel Guest dive deep into the gray matter (pun absolutely intended) to untangle the mysteries of the human brain and its trusty sidekick, the nervous system. Who are the guests this week? Joining this week is the insightful Ione Georgakis, an Occupational Therapist and Advocacy Manager for Tourette Action and Dr. Ed Palmer, a fellow Tourette expert and psychiatrist.. Ione and Ed bring a synapse-worthy amount of knowledge and compassion to the discussion, shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals with Tourette syndrome and other movement disorders. Their expertise in therapeutic interventions and advocacy adds a crucial nerve center to the conversation, underscoring the importance of holistic care and patient empowerment.  How does the brain orchestrate movement? The dynamic trio pirouettes straight into the topic, exploring the brain's role as the maestro of movement. Tremors are likened to an over-caffeinated squirrel, while rigidity gets compared to the Tin Man pre-lube job, adding just the right amount of levity to complex concepts.  When Parkinson's disease is discussed, The Docs examine it with a careful and informed approach. Diagnosing the condition, they explain, requires a balance of scientific knowledge and clinical judgment, as the symptoms can be subtle and vary from person to person. Treatment options are diverse, including medications and deep brain stimulation, a procedure that involves implanting a device to help regulate brain activity and manage symptoms more effectively. The laughs don't come at the expense of insight. Stories pepper the episode like synaptic sparks. Ione and Ed  add their own heartwarming anecdotes of resilience and triumph, illustrating how tailored therapies and supportive communities provide vital nourishment for those living with movement disorders.What will you take away from this episode? By the episode's end, listeners will have a newfound appreciation for the pun-damental intricacies of the human brain, a smile on their faces, and perhaps an irresistible urge to break out into dance—just remember to thank your motor neurons!  —--DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed on Join the Docs are those of Dr. Nigel Guest, Jonathan Sackier and other people on our show. Be aware that Join the Docs is not intended to be medical advice, it is for information and entertainment purposes only - please, always take any health concerns to your doctor or other healthcare provider. We respect the privacy of patients and never identify individuals unless they have consented. We may change details, dates, place names and so on to protect privacy. Listening to Join the Docs, interacting on our social media, emailing or writing to us does not establish a doctor patient relationship.To Contact Us: For a deeper dive on this episode's issue, merchandise and exclusive content, head to www.jointhedocs.comFollow us on youtube.com/JoinTheDocs Follow us on instgram.com/JoinTheDocsFollow us on tiktok.com/JoinTheDocsFollow us on: facebok.com/JoinTheDocsFollow us on: x.com/JoinTheDocs

Der Wahlkampf hat begonnen. Im Bundestag haben sich die Parteispitzen schon einmal warmgelaufen für den winterlichen Kampf um Wählerstimmen. Helene Bubrowski und Michael Bröcker ziehen ihre Bilanz des ersten Schlagabtauschs.Donald Trump stellt nach und nach die Mitglieder seiner Administration vor. Es sind, wie zu erwarten war, vor allem Hardliner, mit denen er in den kommenden Jahren zusammenarbeiten will. Das hat auch Auswirkungen auf die Ukraine. Aber es lässt sich noch nicht herauslesen, dass die Trump-Regierung die Ukraine komplett allein lässt, analysiert Nana Brink vom Security.Table.Knapp 70 Millionen Euro hat die Kindernothilfe zur Verfügung, um notleidenden Kindern auf der ganzen Welt zu helfen. Mehr als 2,2 Millionen Kinder und Jugendliche profitieren von der Arbeit der Organisation. Allerdings wird es für die Helfer immer schwieriger, zu arbeiten, sagt der Advocacy-Manager der Kindernothilfe, Frank Mischo. Unser Redaktionsleiter des Bildung.Table, Thorsten Denkler, hat mit ihm darüber gesprochen, was die zunehmende Fokussierung der Staaten auf sich selbst, der Klimawandel und die internationalen Spannungen für die Kindernothilfe bedeuten.Table.Briefings - For better informed decisions. Sie entscheiden besser, weil Sie besser informiert sind – das ist das Ziel von Table.Briefings. Wir verschaffen Ihnen mit jedem Professional Briefing, mit jeder Analyse und mit jedem Hintergrundstück einen Informationsvorsprung, am besten sogar einen Wettbewerbsvorteil. Table.Briefings bietet „Deep Journalism“, wir verbinden den Qualitätsanspruch von Leitmedien mit der Tiefenschärfe von Fachinformationen. Professional Briefings kostenlos kennenlernen: table.media/registrierung.Audio-Werbung Table.Today: jan.puhlman@table.media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is brought to you by LMNT, Lumebox, and Seed Oil Scout. By conservative estimates, at least 88% of people have insulin resistance, which significantly impacts brain health and the brain's ability to produce energy. In today's episode, I'm sharing some of the latest research on brain health, the critical role of mitochondria in maintaining optimal brain function, and how insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction can disrupt mitochondria, leading to poor brain health. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we have a special compilation episode featuring Dhru's conversations with guests on how inflammation affects both metabolic and brain health. Dr. Georgia Ede explains why oxidative stress and insulin resistance have surged with the rise of refined carbohydrates and seed oils. Dr. Chris Palmer shares the latest research on how mitochondria influence neurotransmitter production, hormone regulation, and gene expression—and what can lead to mitochondrial dysfunction. Hannah Warren discusses her journey to overcome mental illness by applying Dr. Palmer's Brain Energy theory and using ketosis to rejuvenate mitochondria. Dr. Georgia Ede. Dr. Ede is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in college mental health and nutritional psychiatry. She has 18 years of clinical experience in hospitals, community health centers, specialty clinics, and private practices, utilizing medications and psychotherapy to help adults of all ages. Dr. Chris Palmer is a psychiatrist and researcher at metabolism and mental health interface. He has pioneered the use of the medical ketogenic diet in the treatment of psychiatric disorders through research, patient treatment, writing, and speaking around the world on this topic. More broadly, he is interested in the roles of metabolism and metabolic interventions on brain health. Hannah Warren joined the Baszucki Group and its Metabolic Mind initiative in November 2023 as Mental Health Communications and Advocacy Manager. Hannah volunteers with the Brain Energy Movement, started by Dr. Christopher Palmer, to spread awareness of the brain energy theory. In this episode, Dhru and his guests dive into:  Dr. Georgia Ede - Driving forces behind mental health problem (01:53) The addition of two categories of food: refined carbohydrates and seed oils (09:02) Insulin resistance (13:32) Basics of the brain (20:47) Dr. Chris Palmer explains the critical role of mitochondria in brain health and mental health (23:58) What causes mitochondrial dysfunction (30:28) Studies showcasing how mitochondria impact neurological conditions (32:44) Hannah Warren - Implementing Dr. Palmer's Brain Energy metabolic therapy (42:00) The importance of metabolic flexibility (44:25) What is the Brain Energy Theory (47:19) Final thoughts (51:51) Also Mentioned: Dr. Ede's book Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind  Dr. Ede's Website Dr. Chris Palmer's book Brain Energy  This episode is brought to you by LMNT, Lumebox, and Seed Oil Scout.  Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. Head over to DrinkLMNT.com/dhru today. Lumebox is having their biggest sale of the year and is offering my community almost 50% off their portable Red Light device! Just go to thelumebox.com/dhru to get your device today! With seed oil scout, you'll be joining a movement towards healthier eating options. Download the Seed Oil Scout App now, and dine like your life depends on it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week is the final installment in our collaboration with Bisi Bright's Livewell Initiative and the Women of Africa Post-Pandemic Empowerment and Advocacy Programme with support from Gilead Sciences USA. In a fitting conclusion, Aggrey Aluso, the Director, Africa Region and global policy lead for the Pandemic Action Network, driving strategic advocacy efforts in Africa and globally joins the conversation. Born, raised and currently based in Kenya, Aggrey also serves as the incoming Executive Director of Resilience Action Network Africa (RANA), PAN's networked advocacy partner, where he is mobilizing advocates to champion an Africa-centric, globally-facing resilience agenda. He brings over 15 years of experience in advancing intersectional justice, using citizen-led, rights-based approaches in Africa. Previously, he served as an Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa's (OSIEA) Health and Rights program senior manager. He also coordinated the Open Society Africa (Pan Africa) Vaccine Justice to advance Africa's vaccine-related research, development, and manufacturing. He served as the University of Manitoba's Global Institute for Public Health's East African Policy and Advocacy Manager. Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic, Aggrey offers excellent insights into the current M-pox crisis as well as a thoughtful discussion on the glocal policy landscape around elevating health as a human right for all. All are invited to join this week's PPAG program on Thursday, October 31st at 1PM WAT using this link (https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85846014227?pwd=yy9uV1BDt0xefbDsQ4ZbXVmvrWxp9m.1) Where to find Aggrey? On LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/aggrey-aluso-108a89130/) On Instragram (linnk https://www.instagram.com/aggreyaluso/) On Facebook (https://web.facebook.com/aggrey.aluso/?_rdc=1&_rdr) On X (https://x.com/aggrealuso) What's Aggrey reading? As a Man Thinketh (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/81959.As_a_Man_Thinketh) by James Allen 21 Lessons for the 21st Century and other books (https://www.ynharari.com/book/21-lessons-book/?_gl=1cbq9a_upMQ.._gaNDYxMDg1NjIyLjE3MzAwNzE0MTY._ga_3VXWK7L4ZR*MTczMDA3MTQxNS4xLjAuMTczMDA3MTQxNS4wLjAuMA..) by Yuval Noah Harari Whats Aggrey watching? The Lincoln Lawyer (https://www.netflix.com/gh/title/81303831) New Amsterdam (https://www.netflix.com/gh/title/80241181) Other topics of interest: Nyanza, Kenya (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nyanza_Province) More on Mpox (https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mpox) and zoonotic diseases (https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/zoonotic-diseases) UN Summit of the Future (https://www.un.org/en/summit-of-the-future) The Global Fund (https://www.theglobalfund.org/en/) Kenya Finance Bill Protests (https://www.africanews.com/2024/06/26/kenyas-finance-bill-this-is-what-led-to-the-protest//) About Wangari Maathai (https://www.greenbeltmovement.org/wangari-maathai) About the Mpox Joint Action Plan ([https://www.afro.who.int/news/african-cdc-and-who-launch-joint-continental-plan-scale-mpox-outbreak-response#:~:text=Priority%20actions%20are%20outlined%20for,comprising%20members%20from%20key%20partners.&text=About%20Africa%20CDC-,The%20Africa%20Centres%20for%20Disease%20Control%20and%20Prevention%20(Africa%20CDC,prevention%20and%20control%20of%20diseases.](https://www.afro.who.int/news/african-cdc-and-who-launch-joint-continental-plan-scale-mpox-outbreak-response#:~:text=Priority%20actions%20are%20outlined%20for,comprising%20members%20from%20key%20partners.&text=About%20Africa%20CDC-,The%20Africa%20Centres%20for%20Disease%20Control%20and%20Prevention%20(Africa%20CDC,prevention%20and%20control%20of%20diseases.)) The Man Died (https://youtu.be/9nHTlAgL1SM?si=zUHR1lsPkyPIy4xe) Film Special Guest: Aggrey Aluso.

Tearfund is raising concerns about how many New Zealanders are shopping on ultra-fast fashion websites - and the hidden costs that come with lower prices. New reports show one in four adults have recently shopped on Temu and around 14 percent have shopped on Shein. The 2024 Ethical Fashion Report gives Shein a score of 20 out of 100 - and Temu a 0. Tearfund's Claire Gray says many Kiwis are in a tough financial spot and will look for lower prices, but it's likely workplace exploitation runs rampant within these companies. "Our cost of living is rising and we're faced with situations where we need to buy items, clothes or other things from places that we know may not be treating workers well in their supply chains. It's a really tough position to be in." Temu has released a statement responding to, and refuting the allegations of workplace exploitation. "Temu is committed to upholding ethical, humane, and lawful business practices, as outlined in our Third-Party Code of Conduct. Our business partners and third-party merchants must comply with strict standards regarding labor, safety, and environmental protection. We reserve the right to end relationships with those who do not meet these requirements. "We remain focused on building a safe, fair, and trustworthy platform for consumers and merchants.” LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeanette Mott Oxford, outgoing Public Policy and Advocacy Manager at Paraquad, St Louis explains the challenges that disabled voters face to Tom and Megan. Are they being ignored by the two major candidates for President?

There's hopes a new Government directive will actually bring public servants back to the office.  Agency chief executives are being required to report on how often their public servants are working from home.  Public Service Minister Nicola Willis says working from home is not an entitlement.  Wellington Chamber of Commerce Advocacy Manager Conor Whitten told Mike Hosking for many, working from home's become the default.  He says it's been a hard time for businesses, and working from home trends are a big part of that.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've got a very special episode of The Table that you don't want to miss! This month, Macayla and Katie offer an exclusive update on what's in store for MCYJ in the coming months. Plus, we're thrilled to have Denita Dorsey, Outreach and Advocacy Manager, joining us to offer a dive deep into our first Voices of Youth Justice fellowship program. Listen now at www.miyouthjustice.org/thetable or wherever you find your podcasts!Visit our website to learn more about our work Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Conchúr Ó Muadaigh, Advocacy Manager of Conradh na Gaeilge calls for 'immediate action' on an Irish language strategy for Northern Ireland.

25,000 more people need to be hired if the Government wants to achieve its infrastructure goals.  Officials have warned Minister Chris Bishop he'll need to significantly boost the civil engineering and construction workforce by more than 50%.  It's also warning the Government hasn't funded $200 billion worth of its transport promises.  Fraser May of Civil Contractors New Zealand told Mike Hosking a lot will need to be done to get the sector ready for the projects.  He says it follows a tough time in the sector, where many have down-scaling when they should've been up-scaling.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Luba Fein, FiLiA volunteer, Alyssa Ahrabare, Advocacy Manager for European Network of Migrant Women and Hema Sibi, advocacy coordinator for The Coalition for the Abolition of Prostitution discuss a huge legal victory in France.The European Court of Human Rights upholds France's right to ban the purchase of prostitution. France enforces a law that aims to abolish prostitution, while helping its victims exit. A group of individuals, supported by pro-prostitution organisations, appealed against this law to the ECHR. According to the appellants, this legislation radically damaged their right to dignity, private life, personal autonomy and sexual freedom. The court ruled that the problems related to prostitution raise sensitive moral and ethical questions, which gave rise to different, sometimes contradictory opinions. That said, the French authorities were at their legitimate discretion in enacting the ban. Among other things, the judges stated they were aware of the multitude of problems identified with the phenomenon of prostitution (such as the violence of the sex buyers towards the people in prostitution). Still, they were not sure whether this was the result of the law or a phenomenon inherent to prostitution.Sex trade survivors and feminists globally celebrate this vast achievement. 

In this episode, I sit down with Christina Roman, Consumer Education and Advocacy Manager at Experian, to dive into the truth behind common credit myths and explore practical strategies for improving your credit score. We'll tackle misconceptions, such as the myth that checking your credit score will lower it, and Christina will offer expert advice on steps you can take to boost your score—like setting up reminders to ensure timely payments.   Join us as Christina shares invaluable insights to help you take control of your credit. Tune in and hit play!   Connect with the host, Patrina Dixon   +Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itsmymoney_/    +Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100013355082005    +Twitter https://twitter.com/itsmymoney_    +YouTube https://youtube.com/c/It%E2%80%99sMyMoneywithPatrinaDixon    +Pinterest https://pin.it/5x8rOTp    +Website http://www.itsmymoneyjournal.info/  Connect with the guest, Christina Roman   +LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinamroman/

"Every child deserves love, acceptance, and respect."  In this powerful discussion, Keygan Miller from The Trevor Project shares the organization's mission to support and empower LGBTQ+ youth.  The conversation highlights the importance of education, acceptance, and creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals, especially in the military community. Audio mixing by Concentus Media, Inc., Temple, Texas.   Show Notes: Resources:   MCEC Global Training Summit Pre-Summit Professional Development Don't miss our four pre-summit sessions focusing on Mental Health and Well-being, Monday, July 29, 2024: Promoting Comprehensive School Mental Health Systems for Military-Connected Students, Mental Health Risk Factors and Suicide Prevention for Military Families, Improving School Climate to Promote the Mental Health of Military-Connected Youth, Pioneering Progress: Exploring Promising Practices of the DoDEA Grant Program for Military-Connected School Communities https://www.militarychild.org/event/gts/gts-register/   The Trevor Project https://www.thetrevorproject.org/   https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/   https://www.thetrevorproject.org/trevorspace/   Bio: Keygan Miller is the Director of Public Training for The Trevor Project, the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ+ young people. Keygan oversees design and facilitation of public trainings to advance Trevor's life-saving suicide prevention work and teach audiences to be strong allies for LGBTQ+ youth. Prior to this work, Keygan was an Advocacy Manager at The Trevor Project, and they served as an Intervention Specialist for Cincinnati Public Schools. Keygan received a Master of Arts in Education in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Cincinnati as well as a Master of Education and Human Development in Education Policy from The George Washington University.

Metro Transit, a service of Bi-State Development, may tighten its Call-A-Ride reservations window. Disability rights advocates say that would make existing service gaps even worse. Taulby Roach, President and CEO of Bi-State Development talks about the proposed policy change. Jeanette Mott Oxford, Paraquad Public Policy & Advocacy Manager, and Seyoon Choi, former Parquad Public Policy Intern, also join the conversation to discuss what a local advocacy group has recommended instead.

This episode is brought to you by Bioptimizers, LMNT, and Lifeforce.Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Hannah Warren. Hannah shares her experience of being diagnosed with bipolar disorder and her journey in implementing dietary and lifestyle changes, including fasting, exercise, and meditation, that helped her feel more like herself after experiencing manic episodes and suicidal ideations.*Hannah Warren is an artist, writer, and social entrepreneur. She joined Baszucki Group and its Metabolic Mind initiative as a Mental Health Communications and Advocacy Manager. Hannah volunteers with the Brain Energy Movement, started by Dr. Christopher Palmer, to spread awareness of the brain energy theory.In this episode, Dhru and Hannah dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):Hannah's bipolar diagnosis and her journey (4:44 / 4:44) The health modalities that Hannah used to help her with her diagnosis (22:11 /18:40)Brain energy and the role of cleaning your mitochondria (34:20 / 28:34) What contributed to Hannah's mitochondrial disruption (38:19 / 32:51)The role of trauma and mental illness (43:51 / 39:07 )How Hannah started metabolic and ketogenic therapy (48:20 / 42:46)Hannah's daily schedule, diet, and journey to move toward ketogenic therapy (55:46 / 47:47)Advice for anyone helping individuals suffering from mental health conditions (1:15:54 / 1:10:27)Misconceptions about metabolic therapy (1:20:47 / 1:15:20 )How to get started in making small changes in your lifestyle (1:27:22 /1:21:50)Hannah's journey to educate others on the options of metabolic therapy (1:32:46 /1:27:20 )Why this discussion is pivotal for those suffering from mental health challenges (1:34:17 / 1:28:40 )Also mentioned in this episode:A 17-year lag in research Metabolic MindThis holiday season, thrive with Magnesium Breakthrough. Just go to magbreakthrough.com/dhru and enter promo code dhru10 for 10% off any order.Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. Head over to DrinkLMNT.com/dhru today.Right now, get 15% off your first purchase of Lifeforce at Mylifeforce.com with code DHRU.*Disclaimer: Although Hannah was able to adjust her medications and start a ketogenic diet safely on her own, not all people can. We strongly recommend that people work with their healthcare providers to adjust medications and/or start therapeutic ketogenic diets as a treatment for mental health conditions. Please note that the testimonial featured today is only a reflection of her story, and nothing shared in this episode by Hannah Warren or host Dhru Purohit should be taken as medical advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.