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The Great Valley Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the economic, social, and environmental well-being of California's Great Central Valley through conferences, leadership development, and resources in various sectors, including agriculture and technology. Founded in 1997, it emphasizes a balanced public policy approach to promote the region's future and is rooted in the University of Merced. The organization also focuses on public education regarding legislation like AB32 to address air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
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- 2. The Great ValleyCenter is a nonprofit organization focused on California's Great Central Valley. They provide information and data Organize conferences Regional events Operate leadership development programs
- 3. Agriculture Resources EnergyInfrastructure Community Design Economic Development and Technology.
- 4. To support activitiesand organizations that promote the economic, social and environmental well-being of California’s great central valley.
- 5. founded in 1997based on the belief that the Valley's social, economic and environmental future depends on a balanced approach to public policy and the development of strong, diverse leaders.
- 6. The organization hasits roots in the University of Merced Universities retirement packages Health benefits Free education
- 7. Self motivated Selfdirected Large binder filled with department job aids The Internet
- 8. Workshops Conferences Inhouse meetings Delivered by these programs Microsoft Power Point Job aids Website
- 9. Educating the publicand business To meet the AB32 legislation of 2006 (Air pollution, Greenhouse gasses, and California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006)
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- 11. Computer Programs arehelpful Strong communication skills are vital
- 12. Recognized statewide Strongboard of Directors Program strong Are meeting the needs for business Support of PG&E and private philanthropic individuals.
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- #5 We believe that the region can successfully support important natural resources, productive agriculture, a healthy economy and livable communities. - We encourage strategic thinking about the future of the region and support policies and actions that will enhance its sustainability. - We acknowledge the complexity of issues and believe that the best solutions will be a product of diverse participation and collaboration. - We are individually and collectively responsible for ensuring that the Great Valley Center is a credible and professional organization. - We aspire to the highest ethical standards in all of our interactions with individuals and other organizations.
- #6 Today, working in partnership with the University of California, Merced , the Great Valley Center continues to be supported by foundations, individuals and corporations who have an interest in improving the Great Central Valley's quality of life. GVC's Board of Directors has adopted a policy of non-advocacy. Therefore, the Great Valley Center does not endorse candidates or ballot initiatives.
- #11 GVC has been given the budget to increase its manpower for Instructional Designers, the positions that will be available will be in the Bakersfield area. Those who are interested need to be reminded that even though it is in the Bakersfield area it is a superb position with a superb organization that have given many opportunities for graduating students to step into employment. Other opportunities from GVC are working as a volunteer in their various workshops of interest.
- #13 recognized statewide as a viable and sustainable oriented organization that has strong board of Directors who are focused on making the state of California compliant to the AB32 bill. They are program strong. They are meeting the needs for business by their Agricultural, Energy, and water usage programs in their regions.