Collaborative Connection: March 3, 2022 |
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While Monday was the last day of Black History Month for 2022, there is a need to keep Black history at the forefront because there is still much work to be done toward racial equality and social justice in our nation.
Since watching the funeral of Representative John Lewis in July 2020, a good friend and I talked about making the drive to Selma, Alabama to visit the Edmund Pettis Bridge in Selma, Alabama. This bridge, which is now a National Historic Landmark, was the location of what has become known as “Bloody Sunday” in civil rights history. On Sunday, March 7, 1965, a then 25-year-old John Lewis led over 600 marchers across Edmund Pettis Bridge in a nonviolent protest for voting rights and equality for Black Americans. They were met and brutally attacked by state troopers. I distinctly remember the first time that I saw a documentary about Bloody Sunday and began to more deeply understand the sacrifices that were made during the decades-long voting rights movement.
On Sunday, February 20, 2022, my friend and I finally took our road trip to Selma to visit Edmund Pettis Bridge and pay our respects. I have to admit, it was an emotional experience as we approached the bridge and drove over the spot where Lewis and the other marchers were violently and senselessly beaten on that date. We visited the memorial park at the base of the bridge which is home to tributes to Hosea Williams, John Lewis, and the tomb of the unknown slave. We then drove to the Brown AME Church, the gathering spot to plan the marches and other activities, as well as being the starting point for many historic marches.
As I stood on the bridge and reflected on the events of that day and the resulting tragedy, I was struck that this attack on fellow American citizens happened not that long ago, relatively speaking. I also learned that in March 1965, only 156 out of approximately 15,000 of Dallas County’s (where Selma is located) voting-age Black residents were registered to vote in 1961. This represents only about 10% of the Black population of that area in 1965. Thanks to the valiant efforts of nonviolent protesters like John Lewis, the Voting Rights Act was signed into law on August 6, 1965, but it was not without the cost of bloodshed.
For those who are also interested in visiting this area to learn more, there is a 54 mile route between Montgomery and Selma that commemorates the 5-day Voting Rights March in 1965. Additionally, there is an Interpretive Center along that route and the memorial to Viola Liuzzo who was shot and killed by Klansman for driving marchers back to Selma.
As we move forward from February into the rest of this year and beyond, let us all be encouraged and empowered to learn more about Black history. As we collectively recognize the injustices of the past, we can work together for a better and brighter future for all.
(Click here for this blog post which includes more photos from Irene's trip to Selma.)
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A Director of Development in our Marietta office, with flexibility to work part time or full time at $26/hour. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of fundraising experience with a young and growing nonprofit, skilled in strategy and execution, a self-starter who can rally staff, board and volunteers.
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A full time Administrative Assistant in our Marietta office. The ideal candidate is organized, adept at multitasking, outgoing, a self-starter, social media savvy, with at least three years experience. Responsibilities will include coordinating all awareness and training events.
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At Cobb Collaborative, we are driven by a passion to improve outcomes for children and families in Cobb County. We are proud to work alongside our members and community partners as we all strive toward the betterment of our community.
We would like to recognize the following member organizations who renewed in recent weeks:
We would also like to extend a warm welcome to new Collaborative members who have joined recently:
As a reminder, some Collaborative member benefits include:
- Sharing of events/initiatives on our social media channels and in our bi-weekly newsletter. Email Kelly Mellen to coordinate.
- The ability for Members to add events to the WordPress calendar which populates on the Events page of our website. We have a short video that walks you through submitting this information. If you don't know your login info, please contact us.
- Additionally, we offer networking events, training events and MORE.
If you have any questions concerning membership, benefits, etc. please contact Irene Barton. For member communications, including social media, website and newsletter, please contact Kelly Mellen. |
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Cobb Senior Services is now offering Share the Care, a new financial assistance program, for Cobb County residents 60+ living with Alzheimer's or other dementia, ALS, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, traumatic brain injury or other neurological condition.
Share the Care can aid with prescriptions, medical supplies, hearing, dental and vision services. STC will provide limited financial assistance with vouchers up to $2,000 based on requested services. To see if you are eligible for the program, fill out this initial contact form https://seam.ly/WVClcEBp or call (770) 528-5364.
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Click here for our web page with archived Cobb Collaborative newsletters, including special edition resource sharing editions.
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We are constantly adding new events to our calendar! Be sure to check out our website for a full list of upcoming programming.
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During this virtual lunch & learn, Mickey will lead us in a conversation several topics including:
- ADA compliance
- Upcoming privacy laws that will affect how data can be collected on websites (for things like Constant Contact forms)
- Users interactions with websites, including the continual push for simplicity.
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Wed, Mar 9, 2022 11:30 AM EST
First Quarter General Membership Meeting
Piedmont Church (Conference Center),
Marietta
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Our first GMM will be held on March 9, 2022 in the Conference Center at Piedmont Church located at 570 Piedmont Road, Marietta, GA, 30066. Keynote speaker will be James (Jimmy) Gisi, Cobb County Deputy County Manager.
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Tue, Mar 15, 2022 8:00 AM EST
Cobb Marietta Early Learning Initiative
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Wed, Mar 16, 2022 9:00 AM EST
Veterans Strategy Team
American Legion - Smyrna Post 160,
Smyrna
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Third Time's The Charm!
H.A.S. Casino Night - March 5, 7:00-10:00PM
We've said this before, but this time we really mean it! Please join the H.A.S. Foundation Board of Directors & Supporters for a fun evening of Casino Games (which are for entertainment purposes only), prizes and City Barbecue!
All proceeds benefit local athletes & their desire to play the sports they love. So grab your friends and get ready to enjoy delicious BBQ & try your "luck" at the casino tables!
Purchase tickets here! If you are unable to join us but would like to support what we do, please consider a donation!
We will be observing safe gathering protocols with respect to COVID-19. If you feel sick the day of the event, we encourage you to stay at home.
By purchasing your ticket, you assume any risks associated with COVID-19. Attendee hereby acknowledges and understands the hazards of the novel coronavirus ("COVID-19") and is familiar with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ("CDC") guidelines regarding COVID-19. Attendee acknowledges and understands that the circumstances regarding COVID-19 are changing from day to day and that, accordingly, the CDC guidelines are regularly modified and updated and accepts full responsibility to become familiarized with the most recent updates. Notwithstanding the risks associated with COVID-19, which Attendee readily acknowledges, Attendee hereby willingly chooses to attend H.A.S. Foundation's Casino Night Fundraiser. Attendee acknowledges and fully assumes the risk of illness or death related to COVID-19 arising from Attendee's presence at the event and hereby agrees to RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE H.A.S. Foundation its affiliates, employees, agents, representatives, successors and assigns from any and all claims or causes of action (known or unknown) related to COVID-19 arising in any way out of Attendee's presence at the event.
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Kennesaw State's largest day of service has brought over 1,900 volunteers together since 2014. KSU is proud to help numerous organizations by connecting them with our students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members through volunteerism.
Registration is now open! Make plans to join to serve your community and make a difference! Interested in more information about the Day of Service? Visit their web page by clicking here or email dayofservice@kennesaw.edu
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