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Ghana - EPC: Firefighters from the Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Ghana - fire damage has a major impact on forested areas. On September 18, 2012, 26 Christian, Muslim and Hindu faith groups in sub-Saharan Africa launched long-term environmental action plans during ARC's 'Many Heavens, One Earth, Our Continent' celebration in Nairobi, Kenya. Visit www.arcworld.org
LAFW - Style Fashion Week - 2015 - Coco Johnsen Collection
The commitment of the Coco Johnsen brand is to consistently introduce luxurious and stylish collections of clothing and accessories to the marketplace.
Inspired by such powerful iconography as Diana Ross inMahogany and the well proportioned aesthetic of Oscar de Renta, Coco has centered her designs around her personal ideology of inner strength and outward beauty, which should never be considered mutually exclusive. Having traveled the world from Stockholm to Toyko as a model, actress and now designer, Coco Johnsen has acquired a distinctive take on how the modern woman dresses. Her love of powerful feminity, with more than a generous nod to Romanticism, is evident in the timelessly elegant gowns, cocktail dresses and suits that comprise her signature and ready to wear lines. Coco Johnsen’s collections are designed downtown in her Los Angeles atelier, and then expertly produced in Brazil and Los Angeles utilizing only the finest fabric, trims, and materials.
Coco Johnsen debuted her signature line at Mercedes benz Los Angeles Fashion week Spring / Summer 2008 to rave reviews. Her collection has appeared on the pages of
GQ Mexico, WWD, Apparel News, Geniux, Femme, Game, Pacific , In touch Weekly to name a few.
Coco Johnsen’s Spring summer 09 collection debuted at the Audis Husar Gallery in a collaborative effort to benefit the C.A.S.A foundation which is an organization benefiting Foster children by providing a court appointed advocate. Coco Johnsen is a designer who has evolved from orphan, model, actress into a sophisticated couturier and philanthropist.
On November 6, 2019 the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) Foundation honored members of the Department who have demonstrated exceptional bravery, excellence, and commitment to their community.
VALOR
Medal of Valor: A member is entitled to consideration for this award by performing an act of conspicuous heroism and/or bravery under extreme personal risk above and beyond the calculated personal risk demands of the fire service. This prestigious award goes to:
Captain I Matthew Nolan
Award of Merit: Earned by members taking conspicuous action in rendering aid during a life-saving or life-threatening situation under circumstances which pose calculated risk to the members or performing an endeavor which brings significant credit to the Department. This outstanding award goes to:
Firefighter III/Paramedic Derek Cook
Helicopter Pilot II Joel Smith
Helicopter Pilot III David Norquist (retired)
Lifetime Achievement Award: Presented to a retiree of the Department who exemplifies the true spirit of “Service to the Community” through their actions while on active duty and as a retired member. This year’s recipient is:
Assistant Chief Roy Harvey
The Crystal Flame Community Service Award: Presented to a sworn member of the Department who has gone beyond their regular duties, demonstrating exceptional compassion and personal commitment to the community. This year’s recipients are:
Secretary Rebecca Alvarado
Letter of Special Recommendation: An act performed of unusual character during emergency or non-emergency conditions, requiring initiative or ability worthy of recognition entitles a member to consideration for this commendation. This year's recipients are:
Deputy Chief Kristin Crowley
Firefighter III/Paramedic Daniel Harris
"Our members routinely respond to a variety of incidents that place significant risks on themselves. The members being honored have exceeded what is typically expected of them and deserve to be recognized. I would like to acknowledge the LAFD Foundation for making this event possible", LAFD Fire Chief Ralph Terrazas
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As part of a shared commitment to advance the health and vitality of the St. Johns River, Jacksonville University’s Marine Science Research Institute (MSRI) and the Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) are partnering to launch an educational initiative called Connected, which aims to raise awareness about the importance of the St. Johns River as a vital natural resource.
“The St. Johns River is the heartbeat of our city and our region, and as a community, we are all connected to the river in some way,” said MSRI Executive Director Dr. Quinton White, who has studied the St. Johns River and its diverse wildlife for more than 40 years. “As neighbors across the river, Jacksonville University and JAXPORT both understand how important the river is to our thriving city. We share a common goal of ensuring the river is healthy for future generations, because our environment and economy depend on it.”
Every year, the river carries 10 million tons of cargo through JAXPORT, pumping more than $31 billion into the regional economy. It’s also home to thousands of species that depend on the river for survival. Powered by funding from JAXPORT, Connected brings together research, education and global commerce in a mission to educate and engage the community on a broad range of topics related to the river.
“I am pleased to see two organizations that are dear to my heart come together for such an important partnership,” said JAXPORT Immediate Past Chairman Jamie Shelton, who also serves as Chairman of the JU Board of Trustees. “I look forward to seeing the incredible educational opportunities that will come from this partnership, and the positive impact it will have on the health and vitality of our river for generations to come,” Shelton continued.
“I am a firm believer that there is a nexus between commerce and protecting the environment,” said JAXPORT CEO Eric Green. “As the largest commercial user of the harbor, we are proud to do our part to help facilitate the connection between environmental stewardship and economic opportunity, ultimately benefiting our river and community.”
As Northeast Florida’s leading environmental research institution, the Marine Science Research Institute at Jacksonville University offers scientific expertise and educational resources to further the mission of the Connected partnership at local schools and community groups. MSRI faculty will offer informative lectures, interactive activities, and resources for educators on topics that include: ecosystems and wildlife found in and around the river; hydrology and water cycles; the river’s role in our city’s history; and its importance to the regional economy.
“Through Connected, we will partner with local schools and community organizations to bring river education to all ages,” said Dr. Melinda Simmons, assistant professor of marine science at Jacksonville University. Simmons will lead local outreach and education efforts throughout Northeast Florida. “Connected is far more than just a series of lectures. It is an open invitation to explore and engage with our beautiful St. Johns River with the goal of inspiring all members of our community to value and protect it.”
To kick off the Connected initiative and establish a baseline for measuring success, Jacksonville University’s public opinion research and polling expert, Dr. Raymond Oldakowski, conducted a survey to assess current community awareness and opinion of the St. Johns River. Of nearly 470 randomly-selected individuals who were surveyed, nearly 80 percent placed a high value of importance on the river as an asset to Jacksonville. More than 99 percent of those surveyed said it is “somewhat” or “very” important for people in Jacksonville to learn about the river, while one in four respondents said they are “not at all knowledgeable” about what they can do to protect the health of the river.
Other important findings from the survey include:
The health of the river was ranked as the issue of highest importance to survey participants, exceeding the river’s perceived value as a source for jobs, recreation and a visual amenity. Approximately 87 percent of those surveyed ranked the health of the river as “very important” to the city.
While a majority of respondents view government agencies as most responsible for protecting the river (57 percent), they also gave significant and equal weight to the role of the business community (46 percent) and individuals (46 percent) in protecting the health of the river as well.
The majority (52 percent) described the health of the river as “good” but in need of improvements in some areas, while 39 percent believe the river is in need of “major cleanup”.
“There are extremely encouraging takeaways from this survey: most people in Jacksonville place a high value on the importance of the river to our community and our economy, and many of us believe in a shared responsibility to protect it,” said Dr. Simmons. “We know nearly one in four people simply don’t know enough about what they can do as individuals to improve the health of the river, and with our partners at JAXPORT, we have an opportunity to educate them.”
A healthy river drives a healthy economy as well. Cargo activity through JAXPORT, one of the most vital seaports on the east coast, sustains 138,500 Florida jobs with an average salary of $70,000, well above the state average. JAXPORT also plays a significant national security role as one of the country’s 17 Strategic Seaports authorized to move military cargo for national defense, foreign humanitarian aid and disaster relief. It is the only port in Florida with this designation, which requires 24/7 on-call status for emergency response.
About Jacksonville University
As northeast Florida’s premier private institution of higher education, Jacksonville University is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Regional Universities in the South, with back-to-back Top 30 rankings in 2020 and 2021. Founded in 1934, the University offers more than 100 majors, minors, and programs, including in-demand degrees in Marine Science, Biology, Nursing, Business, Engineering, Finance, and Psychology, as well as those in the highly specialized fields of Aviation, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Film, Animation, and Healthcare Administration. With its four colleges, eleven schools and two institutes, Jacksonville University’s 235-acre riverfront campus is minutes from downtown and from beautiful area beaches.
About JAXPORT
JAXPORT is Florida’s largest container port by volume and one of the nation’s busiest vehicle-handling ports. Located in the Southeastern United States at the crossroads of the nation’s rail and highway network, JAXPORT is the global gateway to Florida, the nation’s third-largest state. The port offers service from dozens of ocean carriers, with competitive transit times to 140 ports in more than 70 countries.
Show Band performance at Wellington Fanzone
Under the direction of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Michael Smith, the Marine Forces Pacific Band performs at over 400 commitments each year. From ceremonies to parades, the band is as entertaining as it is regal. Their mission is to enhance the lives of our military and civilian communities through quality musical performance.
Times and Places of the Performances:
New Plymouth:
10th September: The band appeared on TVNZ's Saturday Breakfast show at 8:20am.
10th September: Parade from Bellringer Pavillion in Pukekura Park to the Taranaki International Village – Marching band.
10th September: Performance at the International Village - Show Band.
11th September: Performance at the International Village – Show Band.
15th September: Performance at the International Village – Show Band.
Pukekura Park:
13th September: Pukekura Park at 7pm.
Stratford:
September 13th: At the Stratford War Memorial Hall.
Hawera:
September 14: Hawera – Concert on 14 September at Hawera Memorial Theatre
Wellington:
16th September: Old St. Paul’s – Concert Band. Performance at 5:30pm 16 September at Old St. Paul’s Cathedral, 34 Mulgrave St., Thorndon, Wellington.
17th September: Wellington FanZone – Show Band & Party Band. Performance from 12-2pm at Wellington Fanzone – beside Wharewaka on Wellington waterfront.
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US Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band in New Zealand 2011
The Class of 2023 affirmed their commitment to service on August 15, 2021, and took the Oath of Affirmation, binding them to complete their next two years of study and a minimum of five years of active-duty military service thereafter. Astronaut William S. McArthur Jr. ‘73 was the guest speaker for the evening.
Members of the Class of 1973, the 50-year affiliates of the Class of 2023, presented the cadets with commemorative coins to mark the occasion of their affirmed commitment.
"Regardless of your academic focus, you will graduate having majored in leadership. The good news is that you will leave this hallowed institution well-prepared to meet the challenges your careers will place before you. When you graduate, look at your diploma. Understand what it represents. It doesn’t mean that you are ready to conquer the world any more than one from an Ivy League school, an MIT or Ga Tech, a Notre Dame, Michigan, Texas, or Stanford. It means you are ready to learn your profession through hands-on experience. It means you are ready to make your own luck.
- Astronaut William S. McArthur Jr. ‘73
Nestled in the picturesque town of Arcen in the Netherlands, De IJsvogel stands as a testament to the enduring craft of distillation. This artisanal distillery prides itself on creating traditional spirits with a modern twist, offering a range of jenevers, bitters, and liqueurs that capture the essence of Dutch heritage. Visitors can explore the historic watermill that houses De IJsvogel, which is set against the serene backdrop of the Barbara's Weerd nature reserve. The distillery's signature product, a korenwijn aged in oak barrels, is a must-try for connoisseurs and casual enthusiasts alike. With its commitment to quality and a scenic location, De IJsvogel is not just a destination for spirit tasting but a charming stop in any Dutch travel itinerary.
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CAMP HUMPHREYS — Chong, Pyeong-sik (left), President of the Korea Foreigner Tourist Facility Association’s Pyeongtaek Chapter, and Col. Joseph P. Moore, U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys commander, sign a Memorandum of Understanding May 9. The signing signifies cooperation for the promotion of a healthy entertainment culture, Soldier safety and the prohibition of underage drinking in local establishments around Camp Humphreys. Han, Chong-sop, president of the Anjeong-ri Entertainment Establishments Association and Cho, Hang-won, president of the Paengseong Merchants Association also signed.
— U.S. Army photos by Steven Hoover
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19/05/2012 with Fransiscus Nanang Triana, Setiono Joko Purwanto and Om Wawan
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Pedestrian bridge... I like it that all this strength is devoted to the light tread of human feet, and wonder how many footfalls it will endure before it falls, or we do...
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Foreign Affairs Minister Micheál Martin, T.D., hosted a gathering in New York of leading figures from the political, corporate and civil society sectors to announce details of a commitment to address the immediate need to ensure children all over the world receive adequate nutrition in the first 1000 days, from conception to the age of two. The 'Change a Life, Change the Future' strategy is a collaboration harnessing the efforts of different countries in the area of childhood nutrition.
Muhtar Kent Chairman and CEO of Coca Cola, delivered a keynote speech on the substantial role business can play in this initiative and stated that while that progress is being made, huge challenges remain. He stated that critical to success is a partnership between government, civil society and business which he called the ‘golden triangle’. “Business,” he said “brings a lot to the table and has a clear desire to be part of the solution”.
Brian Hanratty, CEO, gorta attending the event strongly agreed with this statement: “As limited progress has been made on the Millennium Development Goals, this initiative of a ‘golden triangle’ between civil society, business and government offers true partnership in development. This fusion of experience broadens both the debate and the opportunity for real progress.”
Hanratty also stated that “gorta is committed to growing further partnerships with the Irish business sector as part of this ‘golden triangle’ approach which gorta will also encourage with the business communities of the countries within which it operates.
Professor Denis Lucey, Chairman, gorta Hunger Secretariat, added: “For example, this year over five million children under the age of five years old will die because they have no access to proper nutritional food. Part of gorta’s response to this is partnering with Valid Nutrition in Malawi, who manufacture a range of nutritional pastes to treat malnutrition and stem child mortality. Funding has been provided to support its efforts to increase the production capacity of their Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Foods (RUTF) which are life-savers in the fight against the scourge of hunger.
Lucey also warmly welcomed Minister Martin’s statement that “we are committing 20% of the Irish Aid programme to reducing hunger”.
He also concurred with Hilary Clinton’s statement: “Let’s not just measure the resources we spend but the results we achieve.”
On October 23, 2013 at La Gaite Lyrique, Paris, L'Oreal launched its sustainability vision, initiatives, and commitments, an initiative led by Alexandra Palt (global head of sustainability and corporate social responsibility for L'Oreal) and Jean-Paul Agon (Global CEO, L'Oreal).
Following the launch and announcement, L'Oreal also hosted a Summit on Reimagining Consumption, bringing together corporate leaders in sustainability and corporate social responsibility, to discuss creating a culture and practice of sustainable business and sustainable consumption.
Womensphere CEO Analisa Balares took part in the launch as a member of L'Oreal's new "panel of critical friends" - an international panel of experts and advisory group on sustainability chaired by Jose Maria Figueres, current CEO of the Carbon War Room and former President of Costa Rica.
For more information on L'Oreal's sustainability initiatives, please view the announcement and details on the commitments here: www.loreal.com/press-releases/loreal-announces-its-new-su...
On Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022, seven GFA athletes were honored for signing NCAA Letter of Intent to play sports at either Division 1 or Division 2 schools.
Hello, it's ben a while. Due to family commitments haven't been able to do much photography. Anyhoo! This is a series of pictures of my friend Eisha. We did a hippy chick shoot in the local fields yesterday. BIG THANK YOU Eisha for your time.
And thanks for looking in. Will catch up with one and all shortly. Hope all is well in your world. XXX