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Overcoming obstacles and transforming STEM education in Jamaica

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

Overcoming obstacles and transforming STEM education in Jamaica By Zoe Sweet “All I wanted to do was make an impact that will transform the education system in Jamaica,” says Kavelle Hylton , a 2022 YLAI Fellow and founder of STEM Builders Learning Hub. She set out to prove that women can be just as focused as men.

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How this theater director built accessible creative spaces to connect communities in Peru 

Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

How this theater director built accessible creative spaces to connect communities in Peru By Jewelle Saunders “Art can transform society,” says Déborah Grández Seminario. Creating change for your community Déborah is the manager, producer and director of various cultural products on disability and inclusion.

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SourceLink + National League of Cities – Impacting Entrepreneurship in Rural Communities

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Both communities recently participated in NLC’s City Innovation Ecosystems (CIE) program, offered in partnership with and support from the Kauffman Foundation. Our team’s experience in entrepreneurial data analysis and asset mapping helped both communities to organize and visualize their ecosystem of resources. “We

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New Jersey Announces New Cohort of Film-Ready Communities

American Entrepreneurship

Film Commission’s next Film Ready Workshop set for April 23 NEWARK, N.J. – The multi-step training and certification process prepares communities to accommodate movie and television producers and effectively market themselves as film destinations. For more information on the newest cohort of Film Ready Communities, click here.

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6 Lessons Learned on My Journey to Bring Sustainability to the Events Industry

Entrepreneurs' Organization

We found that by communicating our sustainability goals to suppliers, we could forge partnerships that yielded innovative solutions. This collaboration extended beyond our immediate network, creating a community of like-minded businesses committed to making a positive impact. Lessons Learned and Best Practices 1.

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How an ex-cop turned entrepreneur gives back by combatting human trafficking

Entrepreneurs' Organization

With my extensive knowledge in complex investigations involving trafficking organizations, I thought, “How can we give back to our community?”. That became our main focus: To educate the hospitality industry. Tell us about Operation Rose and its community impact.

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Upcoming AI Summit New York 2024 Focuses on Commercial AI Applications

American Entrepreneurship

The doubling of floor space at the upcoming AI Summit New York reflects AI’s high energy and wide interest in the tech community. The discussions will cover finance, retail, government, education, entertainment, and technology sectors on each of the show’s nine stages.