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Recently two professors who had participated in the CoRAL Network's Faculty Fellows program passed away. Dr. Linda Williams, a 2004 Faculty Fellow, was a professor at the Department of Government and Politics at the University of Maryland, College Park. She worked tirelessly to combat racism and injustice in the U.S. and was a consultant on election issues to many Black and women's organizations as well as having led several social and economic research groups. A memorial service will be held for her on November 17. Her family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the United Negro College Fund in her memory. More information 2005 Faculty Fellow Dr. Myrtle Jonas, of the Department of Computer Science at the University of the District of Columbia, also passed away recently. She was president of the Caribbean Association of Professionals and Scholars (CAPS). We at the CoRAL Network will sorely miss these two individuals who worked so hard to make their community, and the world, a better place. | ||||||
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Nonprofit Management Executive Certificate Program Offered by the Georgetown University Center for Public & Nonprofit Leadership Spring 2007 Program ? March 1, 2, 3, April 12, 13, 14, May 3, 4, 5 Summer 2007 Program ? June 23 through June 30 The Nonprofit Management Certificate Program is designed to strengthen the leadership and management capacity of nonprofit practitioners. The program gives participants the skills necessary to respond to the complex challenges and opportunities of nonprofit organizations. Certificate topics include: Overview of the Nonprofit Sector; Governance; Strategic Planning and Evaluation; Financial Management; Resource and Fund Development; Private-Nonprofit Partnerships; Managing Organizational Change; Human Resources and Volunteer; Management; Advocacy in the Public Interest; Marketing and Communications; Social Entrepreneurship; Technology Innovations; and Capstone Seminar This program is designed for: - Professionals, directors, managers, board members, and other leaders of nonprofit and philanthropic organizations - Experienced professionals seeking to enter the nonprofit sector - Government and business executives who work with nonprofit organizations Highlights of the program are: - Faculty who serve as advisors and coaches in their areas of expertise - Management projects that have real-world applications - Active alumni networks - Need-based scholarship support for promising nonprofit leaders Application Deadlines January 26th 2007 (for Spring Session) May 1st 2007 (for Summer Session) For more information please call 202-687-5541, write to boyarskl@georgetown.edu, or visit us on the web at http://cpnl.georgetown.edu | ||||||
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Event: Ideas to Dialogue: The New Nonprofit Workforce: Master of Experience vs. Master's Degree When: Wednesday, November 8, 8:30-10:30am Where: The Center for Nonprofit Advancement's Conference Center, 1666 K Street, NW, Suite 440 The last of the Center for Nonprofit Advancement's Ideas to Dialogue panel discussions. This panel focuses on the rising number of nonprofit undergraduate and master's programs and the impact this will have the nonprofit workforce. Registration is $25 for Center members and $30 for others. | ||||||
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Event: Student Conference When: November 10th - 11th Where: Washington Court Hotel, Washington D.C. The Bringing Theory to Practice Project invites college and university students to attend its second annual student conference: Student Leadership and Civic Engagement. The Student Conference is designed to encourage college students to reflect upon their own attitudes and leadership abilities within the areas of engaged and service learning. A series of interactive presentations and discussions will provide students with tools to help them grow as both leaders and students as well as inspire them to continue their service activities after graduation. The Student Civic Engagement Conference Track is sponsored by the Charles Engelhard Foundation of New York City and is offered in partnership with the Association of American Colleges and Universities. The BTtoP Project is committed to exploring and advocating the academic community's interest, support and valuing of engaged student learning and its relationship to the mental health and civic development of individuals and their communities. For more information, and a copy of the Conference agenda, please call 202-884-0815 or click on the link below to visit BTtoP's website. | ||||||
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Grantseeker Workshops for Spanish Speakers Event: Foundation Center Spanish-language Grantseeker Training When: Tuesday, November 14, 12:00-4:30pm Where: The Foundation Center, 1627 K Street, NW, Third Floor The Foundation Center is offering two workshops in Spanish, "Grantseeking Basics" and "Proposal Writing Basics," for representatives of organizations serving Latino Communities. The training session is free, and attendees will also receive a free copy of the book Guía para escribir propuestas. Registration (available in English and Spanish)
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Event: Children's Book Festival
When: Thursday, November 16, 6:30-8:30pm Where: For Love of Children Offices, 1763 Columbia Road NW An event sponsored by For Love of Children, featuring special guest Carolivia Herron, author of the acclaimed children's book Nappy Hair, as well as other activities centering around children's literacy. Register by November 14; contact Amelie Smith at (202) 349-3509. | ||||||
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Event: 2006 Fannie Mae Help the Homeless Walkathon
When: Saturday, November 18, starting at 7:00am Where: National Mall (Smithsonian metro station) The 19th annual walkathon to support organizations that work to help the homeless and end homelessness, with honorary chair singer and songwriter Jewel. Pregister online by November 12 and save $5 on the registration fee (over age 25 only). Beneficiary organizations can recruit walkers and receive up to $25,000 in incentive awards. The Fannie Mae Foundation is also looking for volunteers to help out on the night of Friday, November 17 and on the morning of the 18th. | ||||||
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Intimate Partner Violence and Stalking: Research for Policy and Practice: The Department of Justice is seeking proposals for research that will improve law enforcement, judicial and community responses to intimate partner violence and stalking. The deadline for applications is January 23, 2007. More information The Criminal Justice Response to Sexual Violence: From Adolesence to Late Adulthood: The Department of Justice is soliciting proposals for research into the criminal justice response to sexual violence against adult women and adolescent girls, with the aim of increasing women's safety. The deadline for applications is January 30,2007. Business and Communities Grants Program: The Hitachi Foundation awards grants to organizations doing path-breaking work in helping economically isolated individuals find and retain work, earn living wages and accumulate assets. The Ford Foundation offers grants to programs that work to reduce poverty and promote democracy, freedom and social justice through a variety of fields including economic and resource development, human rights, governance, education, media and the arts. | ||||||
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Project Finder searchable database makes CBR partnerships happen-log on to find the person or organization with the qualities you need for your research project. Community organizations enter their project descriptions, resource base and research needs. Faculty and students researchers enter their interests, expertise and skills. It's fast, easy and free- simply create a profile and password and follow the directions to enter project descriptions. List of available opportunities on the project finder: | ||||||
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Since July 2004, we have been sending out weekly 'Newsbits' featuring upcoming opportunities, events and news for the CoRAL Network community. Newsbits is currently received by over 600 Network affiliates throughout the National Capital Region.
If you would like to share any announcements from your organization or campus with the CoRAL Network community, send a brief blurb to info@coralnetwork.org by close of business each Thursday for inclusion in the following Monday's Newsbits. Please note that submissions MUST be about local events, news, opportunities and activities that are related to community affairs in the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Northern Virginia. | ||||||
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