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Dignity Health’s Women Providing Healing and Promoting Hope event, MLK Healing Community Upcoming March Events, Job Opportunities

1.) March is Women’s History Month, and the theme for this year is Women Providing Healing, Promoting Hope. Join the Los Angeles Center for Women’s Health on Thursday, March 24 from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM for a fun evening that will be offering free blood pressure and glucose screenings, appetizers, goodie bags and raffles. The event will take place at 1513 S. Grand Ave., Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90015. You may register at the following link. Please see the attachment for more information.

2.) The MLK Healing Center would like to share the following community events for the month of March (Attached is their calendar of events for your convenience, as well as flyers for some of their events and events from their partners):

  • Charles Drew University Youth Mental Focus Groups – This research study is an opportunity for youth to share their experiences and viewpoints about mental health, the effects of COVID-19, systemic racism, school and community, and what you would like to see in a mental health education program. Please email ypar.southla@gmail.com or call (323)-357-3454 for more information.
  • The MLK Healing Center and CORECenter will be hosting presentations from 2pm to 3pm that discusses the following topics, such as (dates included):
    • March 3rd: Relapse Prevention
    • March 9th: Marijuana Presentation
    • March 16th: How to Talk to Your Loved Ones about SUD (Substance Use Disorders)
    • March 23rd: SUD and Mental Health
  • Alzheimer’s Los Angeles and Healthy Brain Initiative Los Angeles, with welcome remarks from Congresswoman Maxine Waters, are partnering to hold a virtual workshop that focuses on Reducing Your Risk for Alzheimer’s, and will discuss topics such as healthy habits to keep your brain healthy, Alzheimer’s warning signs, and the next steps to take if you believe you’re at risk. This workshop will take place Wednesday, March 16th 6-7:30pm. You may register here.
  • The SEED School of Los Angeles County (SEED LA) is now accepting applications for the fall of 2022 from current 8th-graders entering the 9th grade, and will give priority to students who live in South Los Angeles and the Vermont Manchester area, as well as to students who have experienced homelessness, foster care, are being monitored by probation and child welfare departments, or have a parent who is incarcerated. They have an upcoming community event where anyone who has a child entering high school this fall can join the SEED LA team and learn more about SEED LA. It will take place on Saturday, March 5, 2022, 11am-2pm at Earvin “Magic” Johnson Park, 905 E. El Segundo Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90059. The event will also have free food, music giveaways and more. For more info. contact info@seedschoolla.org.
  • The Prosecutors Alliance California Survivor Policy, Training and Resource Center is proud to announce their monthly training series every first Monday, from 3:30 to 5pm up to June 2022. The series was developed in response to the needs and issues areas identified by those working directly with survivors of violence and crime. Victim Advocates, attorneys and social service providers are encouraged to attend this free training series. You may register for these webinars by clicking on this link. See below for what would be discussed, and the dates:
    • March 7, 2022: How to Access and Utilize Victims Compensation for Survivors of Violent Crime
    • April 4, 2022: Crime Survivor Voices Survey Results and Recommendations
    • May 2, 2022: Collaboration with CBSs to Serve Survivors of Violence and Crime
    • June 6, 2022: Understanding Elder Abuse and Financial Fraud

3.) The MLK Healing Center has also provided information about current job opportunities. For more information, you may view the attachments for these opportunities.. The following opportunities are:

  • Blue California Intern Program – The 10-week program is available for current undergraduate and graduate students who have a commitment to learning and development. Interns will work on real-world projects and initiatives and build a better understanding of the diversity and complexities of working in the dynamic world of health insurance. You may also find out more about this program here.
  • The Archdiocesan Youth Employment services of Los Angeles are offering paid internships for youth. Interns will work 120 hours at a rate of $15/hr. They are looking to hire from the following demographics (please see below for more information; attachments for both demographics are provided):
    • 14-19 years old: CalWorks Recipients who legally reside in Los Angeles are eligible, and enrollment documentation such as a photo ID, Social Security Card, birth certificate, and more are needed. You may call their Central LA office at 213-482-8618 x223, or their South LA at 323-241-5016, or email ayes@aye-la.org for more info.
    • 17-24 years old: Internships include job training programs, childcare assistance, transportation assistance, and more. Their Youth Center Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5pm. For more information, you may contact Maria Murillo at maria@aye-la.org or 213-482-8618 x222.
  • Community Health Councils (CHC) is looking for a Project Manager for the WeCanStopSTDsLA’s Young Women of Color Project (Project Fierce). WeCanStopSTDsLA is a movement that brings together people and organizations who live, work, play, serve, and worship in Los Angeles County to reduce the cases of STIs among youth and young adults in our communities. The Project Manager will hold a critical bridging function among current and new stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong civic acumen skills and successful experience in coalition development, managing complex and matrixed relationships, working collaboratively and communicating in a teamwork capacity and with multiple demands and shifting priorities. Please email a Cover Letter and Resume as separate attachments to humanresources@chc-inc.org and include the exact title of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Please see the attachment for more information.

Feel free to share with anyone you know who would benefit from this information. Thank you, and take care.

– Adrian Oliva