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Taming Traffic Survey

Take the Traffic Taming Task Force Pledge!

Each year, distracted driving kills more than 3,300 people and injures an estimated 421,000. According to University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute. 25% of teens respond to a text message at least once every time they drive. Often MORE. Texting or using a hand-held phone while driving is one of the leading distractions that cause …
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Virtual Women's Summit

Virtual Women’s Summit

Below, please find links and a flyer to register via zoom access for a Virtual Women’s Summit scheduled for Thursday, September 24, 2020. The Summit addresses Human Trafficking: Myths, Facts, Prevention, and Action. Speakers include: Sheriff Chris Swanson, Dr. Michelle Rosynsky, YWCA Theresa Stephens-Lock, Retired Police Chief, Mott Community College, Claudnyse D. Holloman, JD, Director, …
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CE Bridges – Special COVID-19 Edition

CE Bridges – Special COVID-19 Edition

Dear friends, MICHR Community Engagement (CE) organized three virtual events for this fall. Please be sure to register for at least one! We miss seeing you and look forward to reconnecting via Zoom. Clinical & Translational Science Award (CTSA) Roadshows: Get updates on MICHR’s grant renewal with the NIH and provide input on CE’s priorities. RSVP for one of two forums: Wednesday, September 23 or Monday, …
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Commit 2 Fit

Fall 4 Fitness Challenge: Flint Neighborhoods

This October is our 10th Annual Fall 4 Fitness Challenge and we would love to see Flint Neighborhood Groups get involved! This free, one-month physical activity challenge encourages residents to represent their organizations & neighborhoods by being physically active. It is open to all area businesses, organizations, and community groups interested in bringing wellness to …
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Important Resource for Voters

Important Resource for Voters

Dear FNU: I am a board member of the Neighborhood Associations of Michigan (NAM), whom have worked with a number of your staff over the last couple years. We would just like for you to know that we will be hosting a free online seminar – Your Voice, Your Vote – presented by the League …
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MICHR Hosts Virtual Forum for Flint-Based Health Research

MICHR Hosts Virtual Forum for Flint-Based Health Research

FLINT, Mich. – On Friday, September 18, from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., 13 study teams funded by the Building Capacity for Research and Action (BCRA) award, a mechanism sponsored by the Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR) in collaboration with Flint’s Community Based Organization Partners (CBOP), will present their projects to the community …
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No Cost COVID-19 Testing at Hamilton Lapeer Clinic

No Cost COVID-19 Testing at Hamilton Lapeer Clinic

Hamilton Community Health Network Drive-thru Testing at Lapeer Clinic Hamilton Community Health Network will be holding a no cost COVID-19 Drive-Thru testing that will be taking place at Hamilton’s Lapeer Clinic. Who: Hamilton Community Health Network. What: Hamilton will be holding a no cost COVID-19 drive-thru testing that will take place at Hamilton’s Lapeer Clinic. …
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Press Release: Crossover to Provide Emergency Groceries

Press Release: Crossover to Provide Emergency Groceries

Crossover Downtown Outreach Ministry to Hold Various Mobile Food Giveaways for those in Need Mobile food giveaways provide groceries to those in need amid the COVID-19 Pandemic. Flint, Michigan, August 12, 2020: Crossover Downtown Outreach Ministry has partnered up with various organizations to hold multiple mobile food pantries to support our efforts to provide free …
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Planning Grant Call for Proposals

Planning Grant Call for Proposals

I came across this funding opportunity from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation & thought you or other community partners might be interested. The Planning Grant Call for Proposals is for Equitable Parks and Green Spaces in Small and Midsize Cities. The Application Deadline is Wed, Sept. 9, 2020.
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