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“Our analysis is the victims’ voices, in numerical form.”
They are data scientists and statisticians and they have gained international recognition in the human rights community for shedding the light of truth on mass killings in places like Syria, Guatemala and Chile. One of the most unique projects we sponsor, the Human Rights Data Analysis Group has assisted in successful prosecutions in international courts and in deportation proceedings against some of the world’s most notorious war criminals. READ MORE
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Paul's column will return next month.
In the meantime, we think you'd enjoy revisiting this piece from last month's issue. READ MORE |
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TxT (Teens Exploring Technology)
ABC7 news covered South Central LA Demo Day, where over 300 supporters gathered to watch teens from TxT pitch their original mobile apps to potential investors including Google and Facebook. READ MORE
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In One Instant
LAUSD Daily reported that Supervisor Sheila Kuehl is joining forces with the award-winning program to curb distracted driving among teens and will offer it free of charge to public high schools in the 3rd District. READ MORE
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HRDAG
As reported on CNN, the Human Rights Data Analysis Group contributed to a recent Amnesty International report estimating that 17,723 people have died in custody in Syrian prisons since 2011. READ MORE
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STEAM:CODERS
The organization and others attended a White House Summit as part of President Obama's Computer Science for All Initiative. In support of this initiative, STEAM:CODERS will offer a 10-week programming course at John Muir High School for 25 students and launch a high school cybersecurity course in collaboration with University of Laverne. READ MORE
Diverse Scholar
Executive Director Alberto Roca's 5-minute flash talk won at the Flash Tank of the 2016 Summit of the National Center for Women & Information Technology. Dr. Roca's presentation "Create the NCWIT Summit Student Newsroom to Save Tech Journalism" is based on his experience directing the Science Communication Diversity Fellowships, participating in blogging/journalism diversity events, and authoring a chapter on Using Social Media to Diversify Science. READ MORE
WriteGirl
Executive Director Keren Taylor is this month's Los Angeles Magazine Change Agent for her and the organization's work in serving over 3,000 teen girls over the past 15 years.
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Mario Cruz speaks at the Economics of Public Art forum he organized and moderated at City Hall, part of his work under a grant from the Department of Cultural Affairs’ Arts Activation Fund. Community Partners has been helping to manage the pilot program in partnership with the Cultural Affairs Department and recently reported on activities to the Cultural Affairs Commission. Commending our work, DCA grant director Joe Smoke said his department couldn’t have asked for a better partner to “befriend our artists and to bring a trustworthy, thoughtful personality to the endeavor.” Program director Mari Riddle, is also pictured on the panel.
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Since 2011, Community Partners has worked in partnership with Kaiser Permanente to accelerate action by community leaders as they work to make their neighborhoods healthier places. The goal of this most recent learning circle was to empower educators, community and civic leaders – the HEAL coalitions’ ‘youth liaisons’ -- to mentor and develop youth leaders. “When Kaiser Permanente is no longer funding this work, who will sustain the healthy and active communities? Youth leadership will be critical!” said Senior Program Director, Judy Harper. READ MORE
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Free CalNonprofits Webinar on California's Ballot Propositions
Tuesday, September 20; 10:30-11:30am
With 17 State propositions to vote on this November, the idea of studying them all is pretty daunting. So instead, you can listen to some of the smartest nonprofit policy folks in the state discuss the ones most relevant to nonprofits. If you’re only going to be part of one discussion this year on ballot propositions, this is the one to do. READ MORE
How to Plan a Compelling and Newsworthy #GivingTuesday Campaign
Wednesday, September 28; 8:30-11am
Location: Center for Nonprofit Management, 1000 North Alameda Street
Is your nonprofit prepared to take full advantage of the giving spirit inspired by the increasingly popular #GivingTuesday (the Tuesday following Thanksgiving)? Attend this program co-sponsored by the Nonprofit Communications and Media Network (NCM Network) and the Center for Nonprofit Management to hear a panel of nonprofit experts and media discuss how to plan and execute a compelling and newsworthy #GivingTuesday campaign. READ MORE
16th Annual Valley Film Festival
September 28-October 2
The Laemmle in the NoHo Arts District will play host to the 16th annual Valley Film Festival. Tickets are $12 each and the full lineup features over 50 of the most critically acclaimed independent films. READ MORE
CalNonprofits Student Debt Project
Co-sponsored by Community Partners
Friday, October 7; 9am-12:00pm
Location: California Endowment, Los Angeles
The Forum is a day of training and policy discussions about student debt, its impact on California's nonprofit community and how nonprofits can advocate on this issue. Tools will be given to nonprofit employers and employees to learn about student loans, managing student debt and addressing employee recruitment and retention. READ MORE
USC Price School of Public Policy
Scholarship Deadline: December 15
Application Deadline: March 15
The USC Sol Price School of Public Policy’s Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management (MNLM) degree provides the critical skills and training necessary to lead complex nonprofit organizations. The Price School is ranked 4th overall and 6th in nonprofit management among 272 schools of public affairs nationwide. Students work closely with leading nonprofit executives, augmenting the classroom curriculum with real-world field work in a program that can be completed in one or two years. The Price School’s Center on Philanthropy and Public Policy and Center for Social Innovation gives students access to leading edge research and practices in the fields of philanthropy, nonprofits and social innovation. READ MORE
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Advocacy and Lobbying Training for Our Projects
Just in time for election season, our colleagues from the Southern California Counsel of Alliance for Justice held a workshop at our offices this week to give our staff and project leaders an in-depth look at what a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization can and cannot do in terms of advocacy. Because nonprofit organizations receive tax exemptions and tax-deductible contributions, their part in acceptable lobbying activities is extremely limited. They absolutely cannot support or oppose a political candidate for office and must remain “nonpartisan.”
For additional take-aways from the event, presented by Shyaam Subrmaniam READ MORE
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How To Write a Heartfelt Thank-You Note, Quickly & Easily
Working in the nonprofit sector often relies on the kindness of others. Whether that comes in the form of volunteer time or a donation large or small, a handwritten thank-you note can go a long way In connecting and strengthening valued relationships. Seems like a no-brainer? There’s actually a genteel art to crafting thank-you notes that make a lasting impression. READ MORE
Communications Toolkit for Nonprofits
Links to free communications platforms available to nonprofits including templates, platform management, infographics, photo editing and email marketing services. READ MORE
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