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Thanks Commisionaire Howard and team…GREAT EVENT FULL OF SPECIAL TALENT…AND PROFESSIONALLY PRODUCED

Thanks, Pastor Monrose, Executive Director for Faith-Based NYC, and the ADAMS Administration for supporting this important outreach for our youth.

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“We forget that the water cycle and the life cycle are one.”
— Jacques Yves Cousteau

Inspired by the UN Water Action Decade (2018-2028) along with the UN 2023 Water Conference, young innovators, researchers, and artists from around the world submitted projects that highlight the importance of clean water and sustainable water management.The J.U.C. Awards, initiated in 2020, aims to foster the next generation of leaders. By providing a platform for young people to share their ideas and solutions, the program empowers them to make a positive impact on the world.

A Brief Introduction Of The 2025 J.U.C. Awards ~
Distinguished Evaluation Committee Of Experts:

Co-Chairs:
Ambassador Mr. Rodrigo A. Carazo of Costa Rica to the United Nations (2018-2022); Member, UN Human Rights Committee (Geneva)
Prof. Olcay Ünver, Arizona State University; Vice-Chair of UN-Water and Senior Water Advisor at UN FAO.
Members:
• Ambassador Mr. Yogendra Kumar of India (Retired) & Author of two books & Editor another
• Prof. Victor Lawrence, Director of the Center for Intelligent Networked Systems (iNetS), and former Associate Dean and Bachelor Chair Professor at Stevens Institute of Technology (New Jersey); Secretary General, LMGlobal.Org
• Prof. Günay Smith, Professor of Biological and Chemical Sciences at Southside Virginia Community College (Retired.); Adviser, LMGlobal.Org
• Dr. Dahlia Sabri, Chair, IWRA-Egypt Chapter
• Ms. Ilknur Boray, V.P. Ataturk Society of America & The Atatürk World Platform
• Ms. Bircan Ünver, M.A., Author and Project Director, LMGlobal.Org
Youth:
Mr. Ren Jie, Ph.D. Candidate (2029), School of Marxism, Environmental Politics and Ecological Civilization, Peking University

– Evaluation process will begin mid of January 2025.

Global Participation and Impact

The 2025 J.U.C. Awards received submissions from students at several schools and organizations around the world, including:
Darüşşafaka High School (Istanbul, Türkiye)
Whyteleafe Performing Arts Academy (Colombo, Sri Lanka)
The Institution of Green Engineers (IGEN) (Chennai, India)
Association of Young Leaders United for Sustainable Development (Burundi)

The program’s success is also due to the dedicated efforts of its student coordinators:
Ms. Duru Büyükbaşaran (Türkiye)
Ms. Rukhshana R.A. (India)
Mr. Lyonga Jewis (Cameroon)
Ms. Mimoza Irtem (Türkiye / U.S. – Outreach Coordinator)

The 2025 J.U.C. Awards will announce the winners around the World Water Day in March 2025. The winning projects will be recognized for their creativity, innovation, and potential to inspire positive change.

A Brief History of the J.U.C. Awards

The J.U.C. Media, Research, and Writing Awards were initiated in 2020 by the Light Millennium, a global humanitarian organization. The program was inspired by the legacy of John Unver Culkin and aims to empower young people to address global challenges through creative expression and critical thinking. By providing a platform for students to showcase their talents and ideas, the J.U.C. Awards fosters a new generation of global citizens committed to sustainable development.

“In Loving Memory of J.U.C.”; the 2025 J.U.C. Media, Research, Writing & Innovation Awards designed for international High School students by The Light Millennium, Charitable Global Human Advancement Organization (LMGlobal.Org, 2001, New York) With Tax-Exempt Status#501(c)3.

The submissions received based on the GUIDELINES of the 2025 J.U.C. Awards, which is available via the following link:
https://www.lmglobal.org/2024/03/14/call-to-high-school-students-for-entries-to-the-2025-j-u-c-awards-the-water-cycle-and-the-life-cycle-are-one/
Guidelines – Booklet#4

INTERACTIVE SESSION > Interview with Bircan Ünver on the Guidelines of the 2025 J.U.C. Awards | Conducted by Duru Büyükbaşaran

For more information, please visit: www.lmglobal.org
Contact: JUCAwards(at)lightmillennium.org

Hashtags: #lightmillennium, #LMGlobalOrg, #TheLightMillenniumTV, #HopeNeverFades, #JUCAwards2025, #JUCAwards, #WaterActionDecade, #WorldWaterDay2025, #WaterAction, #SDG6, #JUCAwardsEvaluationCommittee, #UNWithCivilSociety

• Special Thanks To: Ambassador Mr. Ramu Damodaran, Permanent Observer of the University For Peace to the United Nations.

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GodSquad Clergy Prayer Breakfast

A heartfelt thank you to all our Faith Leaders who gathered for the GodSquad Clergy Prayer Breakfast during this essential time of prayer for our world, nation, city, and organization. We had an amazing time in fellowship, worship, praise, and prayer. As we invoked the name of our Creator, a renewed wave of POWER swept through us, revitalizing our hearts and deepening our commitment to the work we’re called to do. The best is yet to come!

FLA Alumni Program

This weekend, we proudly kicked off our FLA Alumni Program with graduates from our Flatbush Leadership Academy. The program is designed to empower alumni to foster community connections, give back, and support the development of the next generation of FLA participants. At GodSquad, we are dedicated to cultivating leaders who will uplift our community and improve our world.

Calling all families and survivors of gun violence to join us for our Families for Safe Cities “Meet & Greet” this Saturday, October 19th. We are expanding our umbrella to provide support services, not only to mothers who have lost their children to gun violence, but fathers and siblings as well.

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Become A Mentor Today!

The time has come once again to seek the support of our clergy community in reaching out to potential mentors for our Flatbush Leadership Academy. We encourage you to share this with your networks and assist us in positively impacting the lives of our young people.

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Single Parents University Open Enrollment

Are you a single parent looking for support and tools to thrive? Join our Single Parent University cohort. We offer workshops, financial help, childcare, and community. We would love to help you invest in yourself and your family’s future!

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PTA Fun Run in Prospect Park

Join the Brooklyn PTA Fun Run on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10 AM. Bib pickup and pre-race activities will begin at 9:00 AM. The PTA Fun Run demonstrates the tremendous strength of our local public school communities. Parents, students, and educators run to collectively raise funds for our neediest schools and uplift the full school community. The Fun Run is a 3.3 mile loop, starting and finishing on the main park drive just outside the LeFrak Center. As a fun run, we welcome everyone– young, old, experienced and not, runners, walkers, strollers, tricycles, scooters, wheelchairs– all are invited to join! Please register here!

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Visit our new Podcast page and listen to our new episodes with Leonardo Garnier and Nika Salvetti!

We are excited to announce the launch of our new Podcast website. We invite you to visit and listen to our episode with Leonardo Garnier, where we explore the UNESCO Report on Futures of Education. Also, our latest episode with Nika Salvettiwhere we discuss the Rana Plaza Tragedy’s Impact on the Garment Industry.   Learn more here.v

Upcoming Masterclass: Systems Leadership and Transformation Literacy with Petra Kuenkel.

Save the date for this Masterclass on 25 May at 8:00 am Costa Rica time, featuring Dr. Petra Kuenkel, founder of the Collective Leadership Institute and member of the Club of Rome, who will explore the concept of systems leadership for sustainability. Register now and don’t miss this opportunity! Click here to learn more.

Enroll in our Online Certificate Programme in Spanish and learn how to make a positive impact on education for sustainability.

Take a step towards a more sustainable future with our Online Certificate Programme in Spanish on Education for Sustainable Development. Enroll in individual courses or complete the full programme to receive your diploma and become an Earth Charter Educator. Click here for more.

Join Our Online Youth Course on Leadership, Sustainability & Ethics Starting in Spanish in May and in English in September!

Are you a young leader between the ages of 18 to 30, searching for a chance to participate in a global, multicultural community? Join our 10-week online course and acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to become an ethical leader committed to turning conscience into action. Click here to learn more. 

Earth Charter Earth Day Event: Nurturing Our Capacity to Care for Earth, Our Home, and Its Community of Life through Education.

ECI hosted the event “Nurturing Our Capacity to Care for Earth, Our Home, and Its Community of Life through Education” on 20 April, to reflect, commemorate and celebrate Earth. Check out the recording and read the article to learn more about the event.

New book launch on Earth Trusteeship includes the Earth Charter.

On 28 April 2023, the book “Reflections on Earth Trusteeship. Mother Earth and a new 21st-century governance paradigm,” edited by Justin Sobion (Ed.) and Hans van Willenswaard (Ed.), was launched in Bangkok. The Earth Charter is referenced in various chapters throughout the book. Click here for more.

Earth Charter International participated as a Gold Sponsor at the Coastal Earth Day Event in Darien, Georgia, USA, on Friday, 21 April 2023.

This dynamic forum, held in the city of Darien, Georgia, USA, was hosted by the state of Georgia Public Service Commission and featured 30 experts from the sustainability, energy, education, and environmental sectors. Click here to read more about the event.

The Mexican Earth Charter Network organized several events to celebrate Earth Day.

The EC Mexican Network, as every year during the month of April, organized different activities and events to raise awareness to continue the efforts of Turning Conscience into Action for a better planet Earth. Click here to read more.

We invite you to watch our latest webinar in Spanish about Artificial Intelligence and Education!

Our webinar on artificial intelligence and education held on 13 April generated insightful exchange of ideas. If you missed it, read our news article and watch the recording here and stay tuned for future similar events!

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Join us for our free Kick-off Brunch & Chat on Sunday, October 23, 2022, at 1:30 PM. (258 Kingston Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11213). Come learn more about the benefits of the program, meet the presenters and connect with other Single Parents. Click the button below to secure your seat today!

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Listen to “PRIDE MONTH SPECIAL – University Professor and LGBTQ Youth Safe Space Initiative Founder at Stockton University by Dr. Laurie Greene” on Spreaker.

PRIDE MONTH SPECIAL Drag Queens and Beauty Queens: Contesting Femininity in the World’s Playground.

by Laurie Greene

The Miss America pageant has been held in Atlantic City for the past hundred years, helping to promote the city as a tourist destination. But just a few streets away, the city hosts a smaller event that, in its own way, is equally vital to the local community: the Miss’d America drag pageant.

Drag Queens and Beauty Queens presents a vivid ethnography of the Miss’d America pageant and the gay neighborhood from which it emerged in the early 1990s as a moment of campy celebration in the midst of the AIDS crisis. It examines how the pageant strengthened community bonds and activism, and how it has changed now that Rupaul’s Drag Race has brought many of its practices into the cultural mainstream. Comparing the Miss’d America pageant with its glitzy cisgender big sister, anthropologist Laurie Greene discovers how the two pageants have influenced each other in unexpected ways.

Drag Queens and Beauty Queens deepens our understanding of how femininity is performed at pageants, exploring the various ways that both the Miss’d America and Miss America pageants have negotiated between embracing and critiquing traditional gender roles. Ultimately, it celebrates the rich tradition of drag performance and the community it engenders.
On your program, Laurie can answer questions like:

What are “camp sensibilities” in drag performance and gay culture?

The book explored the personalities of the pageants. Can you give us a flavor of them?

What is the importance of camp in missed America? Drag style, performance, and language.

Tell us about the queering of the miss America pageant? Did anybody work on both?

How do each of the four areas of competition differ on the page TA — swimsuit, evening gown, talent, and interview. There is an object and a subject section.

Who owns the pageants?

What is the Show Us Your Shoes Parade?

Do you see the talent on both sides sharing hard work, perseverance, and talent?

What are the different elements of pageantry and the meaning of individual expression when comparing beauty pageants and drag pageants? Does one try and fit in and one tries to be unique? One fits into boundaries and one tries to break boundaries.

You mentioned that drag is part of the gay community in AC but it has a male focus. Explain?

Talk about the conflicts you found between the gay community and the drag community.



“An unprecedented look at drag culture and its history in Atlantic City. A must-read for queens and their fans!”

— Sapphira Cristal ― Miss’d American 2020

“I have long wondered how the Miss America pageant maintains a conservative appeal while ignoring the known influence and involvement by the gay community. If you’ve ever known or loved Miss America, you need this history lesson.”

— Erin O’Flaherty ― Miss Missouri 2016, first openly lesbian Miss America contestant

“After 30 years in the drag business, I was surprised and elated to learn so much about drag/LGBTQ+ history in Atlantic City. The in-depth exploration of how Miss America and Miss’d America were connected and disconnected is fascinating.”

— Sherry Vine ― Drag Legend

“Through a highly entertaining, insightful, and informative combination of history, ethnography, and gender studies, Greene uncovers the long-standing influence that Atlantic City’s LGBTQ+ community has had on the Miss America Pageant.”

— Rusty Barrett ― author of From Drag Queens to Leathermen: Language, Gender, and Gay Male Subcultures

“The subject matter is fascinating.”

― Gay & Lesbian Review


Publisher: Rutgers University Press (December 18, 2020)

Language: English

Paperback: 248 pages

ISBN-10: 1978813864

ISBN-13: 978-1978813861

LAURIE GREENE is an associate professor of anthropology at Stockton University in New Jersey, where she has taught since 1986. She is the founder and chair of the LGBTQ Youth Safe Space Initiative at Stockton University and an advocate for the local LGBTQ community. Connect with Laurie On FaceBook!

Publisher: Rutgers University Press (December 18, 2020)

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Now an Innovative 4-H Program Is Changing That for Millions

The “American Dream” is built on the idea that with hard work, upward mobility and success are possible. In our ever evolving and technology dependent society, digital skills and broadband access are necessary tools for achievement.

However, more than 24 million people living in the U.S., including 19 million in rural communities, do not have access to broadband, also known as high speed internet. That leaves a large portion of today’s teens locked out when it comes to high speed internet. This essential service in today’s economy impacts everything from children’s education to their future economic mobility.

Recent research shows that overall, teens without broadband access feel less equipped online with it comes to connecting, creating and learning. The research also shows:

 Almost half of teens surveyed said they’ve struggled to complete homework due to slow internet connections
 Teens without broadband are less optimistic about their social mobility for higher education & careers
 43% of rural teens surveyed plan to leave their hometowns and 34% of those teens cite poor internet connectivity as the reason; which means these towns are losing talent and future innovation.

As leaders in positive youth development, National 4-H Council partnered with Microsoft on the 4-H Tech Changemakers program. The initiative is aimed at closing the connectivity gap in rural areas by empowering teens to bring technology and digital skills to their communities. The program works to position digital skills as a valuable life skill that’s necessary for improving non-urban communities’ path towards economic mobility.

The 4-H Tech Changemakers are working with broadband service providers throughout the U.S., along with community members and civic leaders to help teens gain the digital skills needed to benefit from technology and high-speed connectivity, which includes everything from online safety to computer basics and device training.

On Friday, April 24, join members of the 4-H Tech Changemakers to learn more about the programs being implemented, how they’re helping to bridge this technological gap and make sure that all community members across the country have the tools and skills they need to achieve the American dream.

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WE2019 is a series of celebratory concerts paying homage to the youth of 1969 and their organic concerts that were established with “Peace and Love” all around the globe.

Get ready for a series of outdoor music festivals of a lifetime! From Palm Bay, Florida to West Jefferson, North Carolina…The WE2019 Festivals are only weeks away and this 50th Anniversary of 1969 Concerts will be like no other.

We have lodging for Hotels, RVs, Camping, and VIP Retreats (All going quickly).

PRICES START AT $69 – GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!!!!

August 9th, 10th, & 11th, 2019 / WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA: UNIVERSE.com

August 16th, 17th, & 18th, 2019 / PALM BAY, FLORIDA: UNIVERSE.com

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The 11 Days of Global Unity Tele-Summit
11 Ways to Transform Your World
September 11-21, 2015

A Collaboration of We, The World and the Shift Network

Deep Dialogues on Each of the 11 Themes For Change

Featuring some of the most Visionary Thinkers and Activists of our Time

Participate by computer or phone from anywhere worldwide!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER – it’s FREE!

When you register you can also participate in the Shift Network’s ongoing
Summer of Peace Speaker Series

To be a Co-Sponsor or an Affiliate of this 11 Days Summit reply to this message or click here!

Speaker Schedule
Participate by computer or phone from anywhere worldwide!

Dialogues start each day at 1:00PM USA Eastern Time:

Host and Moderator: Rick Ulfik (Founder of We, The World and the WE Campaign at WE.net)

Sept 11 UNITY

Deepak Chopra (Best-selling author, global leader and pioneer in the field of Mind-Body Medicine)

Sept 12 INTERDEPENDENCE

Indigenous Grandmother Agnes Pilgrim and Carole Hart (Producer, For the Next 7 Generaltions/ 13 Indigenous Grandmothers Film)

Sept 13 ENVIRONMENT

Rhea Landig (Executive Director of Species Alliance)

Sept 14 ECONOMIC JUSTICE

Andrew Mazzone (President of Henry George School of Social Sciences)

Sept 15 HEALTH

Patch Adams (Founder of the Gesundheit! Institute, based on an alternative health care model not funded by insurance policies)

Sept 16 CHILDREN AND YOUTH

Cherine Badawi (Generation Waking Up) and Mariah Lin (Roots & Shoots)

Sept 17 WOMEN

Eve Ensler (The Vagina Monologues, V-Day, One Billion Rising)

Sept 18 HUMAN RIGHTS

Jacqueline Murekatete (Founder of Genocide Survivors Foundation)

Sept 19 FREEDOM

Rabbi Michael Lerner (Chair of Network of Spiritual Progressives, Editor of Tikkun Magazine)

Sept 20 DISARMAMENT

Helen Caldicott (Nobel Peace Prize Nominee, Former President of Physicians for Social Responsibility) and Alice Slater (Co-Founder of Abolition 2000)

Sept 21 PEACE

Deborah Moldow (Co-chair of the UN International Day of Peace NGO Committee) and Ambassador Anwarul Chowdhury (Former Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations)

(Note: Schedule is subject to change – please check 11daysofglobalunity.org for updated information.)

Highlights of the 11 Days of Global Unity
Tele-Summit 2015
Click here to register – it’s FREE!

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On the Theme of UNITY – Deepak Chopra introduces an entirely new field of scientific study indicating that Human Consciousness may actually be driving Evolution! He makes the connection between individual compassion, health and collective wellness. And he leads a deep and extended guided meditation on Unity, Consciousness and Compassion.

On the Theme of WOMEN – Eve Ensler inspires us with One Billion Rising – a revolution on many levels to end violence against women forever.

On FREEDOM – Rabbi Michael Lerner offers an Amendment to the US Constitution that would provide for social, political, economic and environmental transformation. Also, he describes how Israelis and Palestinians can resolve their conflict and achieve lasting peace and security while meeting all their needs.

On ECONOMIC JUSTICE – Andrew Mazzone connects the dots from monopoly to rising inequality and presents a radical solution that, after 100 years, is beginning to gain acceptance.

On the ENVIRONMENT – Rhea Landig gives us a reality check about the 6th Mass Extinction of Species on Planet Earth. Unlike the others, this one is caused by humans. And Rhea tells us exactly how we can end it.

On the Theme of HEALTH – Patch Adams, envisions, and has started to create, a truly compassionate health and wellness system based on six principles that could transform the practice of healthcare as we know it. For example, initial interviews with all new patients are 3-4 hours long.

And, for the Theme of PEACE -Ambassador Anwarul Chowdhury and Deborah Moldow help celebrate the UN International Day of Peace September 21st – LIVE from the United Nations, which celebrates the Annual Student Observance of Peace Day Sept. 21st!

Click here to register – it’s FREE!

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About 11 Days of Global Unity

Launched in 2004 by We, The World and global partners, 11 Days of Global Unity – 11 Ways to Transform Your World is a worldwide platform for the promotion of peace, justice, sustainability and transformation that annually includes as many as 700 associated events in over 60 countries around the world. It culminates on September 21st, the U.N. International Day of Peace, which itself is celebrated annually by as many as 3,500 organizations in over 120 countries.

Join the Extraordinary Partners and Allies of 11 Days of Global Unity! Register your group here (it’s free) – your Group’s Name, Link, Mission, Goals and Action Steps will automatically go up on our 11 Days Participation pages which are regularly promoted to a global audience!

GlobalUnityCalendar.org

Post your Social Change Events and Announcements yourself at GlobalUnityCalendar.org all year long within any of the 11 Global Unity Themes as well as other categories that you can choose or even create!

This Calendar is compatible with Google, Outlook, Apple and many other Calendars so you can easily Subscribe and add your group’s calendar events to the Global Unity Calendar!

11 Days of Global Unity Preview Broadcast/Webcast

Monday August 31, 2015 from 1pm – 2pm USA Eastern Time
On WBAI Pacifica Radio: “Health Action”
Streaming Live and Archived at www.WBAI.org
In NYC radio station 99.5FM

Speakers:
Rick Ulfik – Founder of We, The World and the WE Campaign at WE.net
11 Days of Global Unity – 11 Ways to Change the World

Jon Ramer – Founder of Compassion Games International at CompassionGames.org

Victoria Friedman – Co Founder of Vistar Foundation – VistarFoundation.org

Susana Bastarrica – Founder of The Vigil4International Peace and Ecology
Vigil4InternationalPeace.org

Performers:
iMov Christine Marie debut of “SUPAH Stah” single with iMov n da Peezkeepahz ( https://soundcloud.com/christinemarieakaimov)

Andrew Kaen Spoken word/vibrational poetry with ReAwakennd – Founder of Planet Heart and the Annual World Peace Earth Day Celebration
PlanetHeart.org
https://soundcloud.com/reawakennd

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