AARP Mississippi is observing Operation Stop Scams with a series of events throughout the state from April 16 – May 21. Operation Stop Scams aims to help Mississippians in the fight against fraud.
“The human contribution is the essential ingredient. It is only in the giving of oneself to others that we truly live.” The quote by AARP founder Ethel Percy Andrus still rings true today and continues to shape this association dedicated to helping people age 50+ live their best lives.
On Thursday, March 29, please join us for a volunteer briefing on AARP’s plans to ensure that the voice and impact of the 50+ voter are part of the 2018 midterm elections – and the important role of volunteers in these efforts.
In March, 2010 The University of Connecticut Nonprofit Leadership Program successfully launched Encore!Hartford and is excited to be offering its eighth class from May 8 – September 21, 2018. This offering creates an opportunity for Hartford area residents to participate in the Department of Public Policy’s award-winning program providing business professionals and managers age 50 and older with well-honed skill sets and extensive work experience assistance to transition from a corporate career to one in the nonprofit sector. Entering its eighth year, Encore!Hartford, holds an impressive track record with 91% of participants finding employment (70% full-time), and 73% of those employed landing in the nonprofit sector.
English El sábado, 31 de marzo, la nación celebrará la vida y aportes de César Chávez. Chávez ha allanado el camino para que las personas hoy en día puedan abogar por salarios equitativos y condiciones de trabajo seguras. En reconocimiento a este legado, el ex presidente Barack Obama ordenó en 2014 que los cincuenta estados del país honraran el legado de Chávez mediante la observación cada año de un día de fiesta nacional.
Español On Saturday, March 31, the nation will celebrate the life and contributions of Cesar Chavez. Chavez has paved the way for individuals today to advocate for equitable wages and safe working conditions. In recognition of this legacy, former president Barack Obama mandated in 2014 that all fifty states honor Chavez’s legacy by observing a national holiday each year.