An affiliate of the National Association for Female Executives |
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Making Spirits Bright ... BELIEVE
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Believe is included in the holiday theme this year in decorations, clothes, home accessories, and cards. Designers assume if we believe in something positive, it will generate hope and faith. In this unsettling world, the pandemic, and economic crises many people have lost hope. Seeing "Believe" on these items encourages us to think and focus on possibilities.
We can use our imagination along with positive declarations to bring us to a place to believe in and visualize changes as well as receiving our desires. Therefore, the theme "Believe" can possibly be essential to our mental and emotional well-being. Making spirits bright by believing not only helps you but influences others. Remember, not only must we focus on the concept of "Believe" but taking positive actions is a critical component of the concept "Believe". Also, we might not always get what we want, but there is something good that will come from it.
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Making Spirits Bright ...COMPASSION
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A Heart of Compassion: Non-Profit Organizations |
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This year has been like no other in the United States – a pandemic, civil unrest, economic hardship, hunger, and death in mass proportions. Many families and individuals have experienced loss of jobs, income, their homes and sadly loss of loved ones due to COVID.
Non- profit organizations have provided financial assistance to those in need; conducted food drives – providing meals to hungry families. Many individuals have volunteered their time to assist.
No matter the situation, Non-profits have exhibited a heart of compassion – a heart that has been touched by another's misfortune; and responded to the need not reluctantly or under compulsion but as a Non-profit organization that delights in the welfare of those suffering hardship in this country.
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Compassion is an emotional response when perceiving suffering and involves an authentic desire to help alleviate that suffering. It is true caring, something deeply seated in
our emotions as we respond to another in need. Most importantly, compassion involves a genuine desire to act, to do something to alleviate another’s suffering, and to be with another in their suffering.
In this holiday season, traditionally a season of giving, the need is greater than ever before. As we reflect on this year, most of us have been affected emotionally or physically, but we can still lift someone else’s spirit through acts of love and kindness.
RESOURCES
To donate/volunteer/receive services
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Making Spirits Bright ...LOVE
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Love is a word we can wear universally without saying a word, similar to a smile. As an action verb it requires doing something. Love, compassion and believe work as a team and makes the spirit brighter, not only for us to shine but to help others.
The newly elected (Missouri's first Black) Congresswoman Cori Bush, said it in a moving way in her acceptance speech, November 3, 2020. Although she spoke about what love means to her to serve her constituents, this is a powerful message for all of us. Hear her message here: Cori Bush Speech
Love is the greatest gift of all. The more we give and share the more beautiful we are as "Love Looks Good" on Us.
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Making Spirits Bright...HEALTH and WELLNESS
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Women's perspective: COVID-19, Health, Wellness, Real Stores
Johns Hopkins Medicine
Empowering Women to Make Informed Health Care Decisions
Live one-hour Zoom conversations with Johns Hopkins on the second Tuesday of each month. Complimentary. Registration required.
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Making Spirits Bright...LEARN
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Johns Hopkins Medicine
A Women's Journey
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Johns Hopkins Medicine’s A Woman’s Journey invites you to an exclusive briefing about advances in women’s health. Register for access to expert presentations on the latest advances in a diverse range of medical topics pertaining to women. Register here
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Join us Each Friday for Freedom Friday
Educational Sharing and Caring
21st Century New Economic Highlighting Business Leaders
Sharing our main Business Network: My Econ Technology E-commerce Business.
Giving a Platform for other Business Network Leaders a place to Share:Vision, Hope and
Dreams.
3:00 PM
Health and Justice
Staying Healthy and Well-Being
Ways to overcome and combating Injustices, Through Healing
6:00 PM
Dr. Shirley Pearson Archer- Creator and Researcher of Freedom Friday, Former Director of Alexandria, VA NAFE Network - Contact: 904-945-1495
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Montgomery County Volunteer Center |
Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Week of Service 2021
The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Jan. 18, 2021, marked the 26th anniversary of the day of service that celebrates the Civil Rights leader's life and legacy.
- Martin Luther King Jr, birthday and Day of Service
MLK Week of Service
January 16-24
Learn as you serve!
"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?"
~Dr. Martin Luther King
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GSK Science in the Summer™ National Network
2021-2022 Call for Applications
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GSK Science in the Summer™ is a free, informal science summer program for children entering grades 2-6. The program is designed to inspire students to become the next generation of scientists and engineers, through hands-on explorations based in real science careers, which may be implemented through in-person or virtual program models.
Application deadline is January 12, 2021, 2:00 PM Pacific / 5:00 PM Eastern
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Biden-Harris Transition
Build Back Better
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Take time to read all information carefully and follow directions as stated.
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Making Spirits Bright ...ACHIEVEMENTS
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Celebrating Women's Achievements |
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Coming Soon: Powerful Inspirational Book |
"It's All About Showing Up and the Power is in the Asking"
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Robbie Motter is CEO/Founder Global Society for Female Entrepreneurs
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Author, Radio Host, Certified National Speaker, Mentor and
Coach
Robbie said: "I empower, inspire and educate and connect women so they can become successful entrepreneurs and soar to greater heights than ever they imagined."
She is also a Marketing/PR Consultant, Certified National Speaker, Author, Radio Show Host, Writer. Advisory Board Member "
She served as NAFE Global Network
Coordinator.
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Erica Riddick: Pursuing Her Dream |
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Erica Riddick is pursuing her dream. She graduated in 2020 earning her M.S., Biomedical Studies, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
During this pandemic she is following CDC guidelines to stay safe and healthy.
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She is not stopping but continuing her education and now is a candidate for M.D., Doctor of Medicine Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA (2024)
Setting the stage the first week in medical school at the White Coat Ceremony August 2020 in the above photo.
Erica Job shadowed Ms. Mary Greene, Executive Director a few years ago. She has been intertwined with GWWN''s family since that time.
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Erica has always been a dreamer and set goals to achieve them. Erica earned a B.S., Biology, Spelman College, Atlanta, GA
(2018)
GWWN will continue to encourage her to pursue her dream to become a doctor.
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Erica Wicks Brown: Appreciation |
Erica Wicks Brown, Volunteer Photographer Appreciation slideshow will be published soon. Meanwhile, GWWN thanks all the content supporters who provided encouraging words to Erica. GWWN really appreciates Erica using her talents and skills to preserve our history.
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Making Spirits Bright ...ENCOURAGE
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Condolences to all of You |
Our hearts are deeply saddened by your loss.
Believe the heartfelt memories will also be in your heart.
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~ "A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal.” –Steve Maraboli
~ “Compassion is the greatest form of love humans have to offer” – Rachel Joy Scott
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Happy Holidays to You and Your Family |
On behalf of GWWN, thank you for your support.
We look forward to physically connecting with you in 2021.
Mary Greene, Executive Director
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Photography: Internet and as stated. |
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Greater Washington Women's Network |
An affiliate of the National Association
for Female Executives (NAFE)
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GWWN Celebrating 25+ Years |
Transforms and Empowers
Tax-exempt non-profit (501) (c)(3)
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