This document is the winter 2011 issue of the newsletter for the North Jersey Community Research Initiative (NJCRI). NJCRI provides HIV/AIDS services including clinical trials, treatment, care and prevention in Newark, NJ. The issue discusses NJCRI's mission and services, celebrates its 2nd annual fundraiser with a visit from Newark Mayor Corey Booker, announces new programs including a drop-in center and men's group, and highlights client stories and community outreach events.
The document summarizes events celebrating LGBT Pride Month hosted by the North Jersey Community Research Initiative and partner organizations in Newark, New Jersey from June 7-13, 2010. It includes a flag raising ceremony at Newark City Hall, a Safe Spaces conference on health and wellness, happy hour at Theater Square Bistro, Project WOW's annual mini-ball, Saturday Night Fever at a local alehouse, a community prayer service, and a Pride Parade. NJCRI is a community-based organization that provides various medical, counseling, education and other services to over 5,000 clients annually.
Dr. George Perez, the longtime medical director of NJCRI, passed away on June 14, 2011. He had dedicated his career to treating HIV/AIDS patients with compassion. Under his leadership, NJCRI expanded its services and conducted many clinical trials for new HIV treatments. His passing will be mourned by his patients and colleagues at NJCRI.
As a health educator, Liz Kimani educates inmates on health issues like HIV, STDs and Hepatitis C through presentations,
pamphlets, and classes. She encourages testing and safer practices upon release. As a discharge case manager, she connects inmates
to social and medical services for a successful transition. Pamela Bolden-Nmezi provides follow-up case management for at least 6
months after release, evaluating health issues and linking clients to community resources. Antonio Alexander facilitates programs on
healthy relationships and reentry support. Together they work to educate, support, and link incarcerated and recently released individ-
uals to needed health and social services through NJCRI's Project Renew.
Nicole Dover was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 20 on her move-in day to begin her junior year of college. Despite her doctor's advice, she decided to continue living in the dorms and take a reduced course load while undergoing treatment. With support from her family, friends, and the local community, she was able to maintain a sense of normalcy during her fight against cancer. After months of chemotherapy and radiation treatment, Nicole finished her treatment in May 2007 and was declared cancer-free. She has since resumed her busy schedule with school and work while becoming an advocate for cancer research.
Megan Key served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Swaziland from 2010 to 2012. She underwent extensive training in Siswati language, Swazi culture and technical skills. As a community HIV/AIDS education volunteer, she organized health workshops that reached over 160 people. She also established school gardens and libraries that benefited hundreds of students. Through community projects, Ms. Key improved health, education and opportunities for children and families in rural Swaziland.
This document provides a summary of upcoming trainings, events, resources, and warnings about dangerous toys. It includes information about:
- A six-week HIV/AIDS peer educator training program offered by ACQC in Queens.
- An upcoming paramedic training program in Brooklyn offered by New York Methodist Hospital with information on financial aid options.
- A disaster resiliency training series in New York designed for disaster workers and volunteers.
- Several community meetings and events in Queens and Manhattan regarding local recovery efforts and food/toy drives.
- Job postings at MHA-NYC and information on legal and housing assistance services.
- Warnings from consumer groups and officials about hazardous
Dr. Czarina Leung has spent her annual leave over the past ten years doing volunteer medical work in developing countries. She began this work as a first year medical student in the Philippines, where she provided basic health services in an impoverished community. Since then, she has organized numerous medical relief trips as a student, doctor, and intensivist at Queen Mary Hospital. On these trips, she sets up temporary clinics to provide care for underserved populations lacking access to healthcare. Through her dedicated service, Dr. Leung aims to extend medical care beyond boundaries and make a difference with her skills and compassion.
The document summarizes events celebrating LGBT Pride Month hosted by the North Jersey Community Research Initiative and partner organizations in Newark, New Jersey from June 7-13, 2010. It includes a flag raising ceremony at Newark City Hall, a Safe Spaces conference on health and wellness, happy hour at Theater Square Bistro, Project WOW's annual mini-ball, Saturday Night Fever at a local alehouse, a community prayer service, and a Pride Parade. NJCRI is a community-based organization that provides various medical, counseling, education and other services to over 5,000 clients annually.
Dr. George Perez, the longtime medical director of NJCRI, passed away on June 14, 2011. He had dedicated his career to treating HIV/AIDS patients with compassion. Under his leadership, NJCRI expanded its services and conducted many clinical trials for new HIV treatments. His passing will be mourned by his patients and colleagues at NJCRI.
As a health educator, Liz Kimani educates inmates on health issues like HIV, STDs and Hepatitis C through presentations,
pamphlets, and classes. She encourages testing and safer practices upon release. As a discharge case manager, she connects inmates
to social and medical services for a successful transition. Pamela Bolden-Nmezi provides follow-up case management for at least 6
months after release, evaluating health issues and linking clients to community resources. Antonio Alexander facilitates programs on
healthy relationships and reentry support. Together they work to educate, support, and link incarcerated and recently released individ-
uals to needed health and social services through NJCRI's Project Renew.
Nicole Dover was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 20 on her move-in day to begin her junior year of college. Despite her doctor's advice, she decided to continue living in the dorms and take a reduced course load while undergoing treatment. With support from her family, friends, and the local community, she was able to maintain a sense of normalcy during her fight against cancer. After months of chemotherapy and radiation treatment, Nicole finished her treatment in May 2007 and was declared cancer-free. She has since resumed her busy schedule with school and work while becoming an advocate for cancer research.
Megan Key served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Swaziland from 2010 to 2012. She underwent extensive training in Siswati language, Swazi culture and technical skills. As a community HIV/AIDS education volunteer, she organized health workshops that reached over 160 people. She also established school gardens and libraries that benefited hundreds of students. Through community projects, Ms. Key improved health, education and opportunities for children and families in rural Swaziland.
This document provides a summary of upcoming trainings, events, resources, and warnings about dangerous toys. It includes information about:
- A six-week HIV/AIDS peer educator training program offered by ACQC in Queens.
- An upcoming paramedic training program in Brooklyn offered by New York Methodist Hospital with information on financial aid options.
- A disaster resiliency training series in New York designed for disaster workers and volunteers.
- Several community meetings and events in Queens and Manhattan regarding local recovery efforts and food/toy drives.
- Job postings at MHA-NYC and information on legal and housing assistance services.
- Warnings from consumer groups and officials about hazardous
Dr. Czarina Leung has spent her annual leave over the past ten years doing volunteer medical work in developing countries. She began this work as a first year medical student in the Philippines, where she provided basic health services in an impoverished community. Since then, she has organized numerous medical relief trips as a student, doctor, and intensivist at Queen Mary Hospital. On these trips, she sets up temporary clinics to provide care for underserved populations lacking access to healthcare. Through her dedicated service, Dr. Leung aims to extend medical care beyond boundaries and make a difference with her skills and compassion.
Bethesda House implements new services for mentally disabled individuals in Schenectady County. The newsletter discusses how Bethesda House has expanded services with a new clinical social worker to provide wraparound services for those with mental illness, substance abuse issues, and chronic health conditions. This will help clients better navigate the healthcare system and support themselves. The social worker, Kevin McCormick, will work with case managers to rapidly house the homeless and prevent evictions. Bethesda House aims to break the cycle of homelessness for those with mental illnesses through supportive housing and services.
The document summarizes updates from the Washington Indian Gaming Association meeting in January 2011, including photos from the meeting. It also provides summaries of presentations given at the meeting on workforce development and emergency preparedness programs. Additionally, it shares articles on a win-win relationship between a food distributor and tribal restaurants, a vision plan update for the Nisqually Tribe, an aromatherapy workshop at a cultural center, updates from the health business office and changes to Washington State health insurance, and an announcement about upcoming mammography services.
1) Cherie Castellano created three peer support programs through UMDNJ for police officers, veterans, and mothers of children with special needs to provide empathy and support to those who help others.
2) The programs connect those who have experienced similar hardships to counsel one another, with police officer Richard Dvorin counseling veterans after losing his son in Iraq.
3) Reciprocal peer support through shared understanding and non-judgment has helped heal both those giving and receiving support.
Educators at Mercy Hospital Grayling published an 86-page guidebook to help diabetes patients better manage their condition. The booklet was co-authored by diabetes educators Carrie Miller and Jen Gawel, who saw a need for an easy-to-use consolidated resource. The comprehensive booklet covers topics like monitoring blood sugar, nutrition, exercise, and includes meal plans and a food guide. The educators have also expanded their diabetes education program to underserved rural communities to improve patient health outcomes through lifestyle changes and medication compliance.
This document provides an overview of the relief efforts of the Sarhad Rural Support Programme (SRSP) to assist internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan following military operations in 2009 and devastating floods in 2010. It describes the scale of the humanitarian crisis and challenges faced by IDPs, and highlights several real-life stories and experiences from SRSP personnel involved in relief work, including distributing supplies, building shelters, and helping overwhelmed communities host large numbers of displaced families. The document aims to showcase the human impact and suffering of those displaced through first-hand accounts.
NJCRI held a successful conference on LGBTQ youth and HIV in 2011 that was well attended. The keynote speaker, Dr. Michael Mobley, gave an insightful presentation on reaching and connecting with LGBTQ youth. There were workshops on services and programs for LGBTQ youth, promoting health and wellness, living positively with HIV treatment, and cultural competency. Feedback from attendees was that the conference presentations, location, food, and networking opportunities made it an excellent event.
Nicole Miller, an Italian social work student, is recognized as the Volunteer of the Month for Gulf Coast Hospice. Each week, Nicole spends time with a group of ladies, improving their physical endurance with activities like Wii bowling. For her continued efforts and compassion towards patients, Nicole is honored as the Compassionate Camellian of the Month. The newsletter also discusses marketing directors attending a health fair and a volunteer explaining why she chose to work with hospice patients.
This document is a doctoral thesis submitted by Dein Vindigni to the University of Newcastle for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in October 2004. The thesis examines the musculoskeletal health of Indigenous Australians living in rural communities. It acknowledges the supervision team and expresses gratitude to the Indigenous community, cultural elders, and others who supported the research. The thesis contains 7 chapters that review the burden of musculoskeletal conditions, associated risk factors, opportunities and barriers to management, and a pilot training program for Aboriginal Health Workers to address musculoskeletal health in the community.
“Beyond Bereavement”: the impact of unresolved grief on Gypsies and Travellers – implications for policy & practice
Carol Rogers and Margaret Greenfields, Buckinghamshire New University
A presentation at the BSA Death, Dying and Bereavement Symposium, November 2011
The document thanks supporters for raising over $900,000 for the Heart Walk and promoting heart health. It discusses how the funds will help research, education, and local programs. It also highlights the negative impact of heart disease and how supporting the Heart Walk helps those suffering from heart conditions.
NHS at Mental Health Association Bell of Hope Awards DinnerLisa Ives-Quintana
NHS supported the annual Bell of Hope awards dinner held by the Mental Health Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania on May 19th. The event honored the Chief Advocacy Officer Joseph Rogers with the Bell of Hope award and Jean-Loup Archawski received the Family and Youth Services award. A photo showed NHS representatives in attendance including Anthony Nardella, Donald Thompson, and others.
The document discusses upcoming events being held by the Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida in October and November 2011 to educate the community about mental health and wellness. It also provides information on mental health topics like bullying and coping with stress for military families. The association is holding their annual membership drive and asks mental health professionals to join for $150 or $75 for interns in order to support their mission of providing education, advocacy and services around mental health issues.
Sudáfrica ganó la Copa Mundial de Fútbol de 2010, celebrada en su propio país. Derrotaron a Holanda en la final por 1-0 con un gol en la prórroga, convirtiéndose en el primer país africano en ganar el Mundial. Su victoria en casa trajo alegría y orgullo a toda la nación sudafricana.
Sudáfrica ganó la Copa Mundial de Fútbol de 2010, celebrada en su propio país. Derrotaron a Holanda en la final por 1-0 con un gol en la prórroga, convirtiéndose en el primer país africano en ganar el Mundial. Su victoria en casa trajo alegría y orgullo a toda la nación sudafricana.
NJCRI is New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive HIV/AIDS community-based organization. Our mission is “to help people with HIV/AIDS and those at risk for HIV/AIDS.” We conduct state-wide HIV clinical trials, and HIV treatment, care and prevention services in the Greater Newark Area. Populations we serve include youth and adults, men and women, men who have sex with men, people who acquire or who are at risk for HIV through injection drug use, and others.
NJCRI also seeks to address the concerns and disparities of access to health care faced by minority populations. Some of the non-HIV related services we offer include behavioral research, chronic illness management education, street outreach, substance abuse treatment, transportation, food pantry, and technical assistance to other community-based organizations. Approximately 5,000 people avail themselves of our free and confidential services each year.
The document discusses the Weltbeweger platform, which aims to spread successful social sector innovations to new locations. It does this through a nationwide research system with 70 correspondents collecting and categorizing transferable ideas. These ideas are then shared on the Weltbeweger online platform. Examples of innovations already transferred include open library boxes, using empty houses for community purposes, and distributing art bags. The platform spreads innovations through both online and offline events and services.
The document summarizes the work of Stiftung Bürgermut in connecting citizens and driving social change through bottom-up communication and participation. It describes several of Stiftung Bürgermut's key initiatives: (1) Weltbeweger, an online platform sharing innovative volunteering projects to inspire replication; (2) ENGAGEMENTzweinull.de, using social media to build community around a participation strategy; and (3) Enter Magazin, Germany's first weekly online magazine about civic engagement. The goal is to spread social innovations to new areas and empower citizens to enact positive change in their communities.
Sudáfrica ganó la Copa Mundial de Fútbol de 2010, celebrada en su propio país. Derrotaron a Holanda en la final por 1-0 con un gol en la prórroga, convirtiéndose en el primer país africano en ganar el Mundial. Su victoria en casa fue una gran celebración y un hito histórico para el fútbol sudafricano y africano.
The document provides information about the North Jersey Community Research Initiative (NJCRI), the largest HIV/AIDS organization in New Jersey. It details NJCRI's mission to help those with and at risk of HIV/AIDS through clinical trials and services like treatment, care, prevention, and research. NJCRI serves populations including youth, adults, men who have sex with men, injection drug users, and minorities. The document also summarizes NJCRI's second annual conference on harm reduction and treatment in New Jersey, and provides updates on several NJCRI programs and services.
This document summarizes biographies for several honorees being recognized at NJCRI's 2nd Annual Meet & Greet event. It provides background information on Lisa Mateo, a news reporter being honored; Dr. Robert Fullilove, an educator and HIV/AIDS activist; Dwight Peavy, the executive director of Newark EMA HIV Health Services Planning Council; and Gary Paul Wright, the founder of the African American Office of Gay Concerns. It also recognizes contributions from Henry Iwuala of Kintock Group, Bill Orr as the founder and executive director of NJCRI, client and volunteer Freddie Perry, nurse Ann Sheridan, and Dr. George Perez as NJCRI
NJCRI's Project CHETA provides free training and technical assistance to community-based and faith-based organizations in Newark, New Jersey. The project focuses on organizational development, infrastructure needs, and monthly staff trainings on topics like substance use, mental health, and chronic disease management. By increasing staff effectiveness, the project aims to improve healthcare access and reduce disparities for African American and Hispanic populations in the greater Newark area.
Bethesda House implements new services for mentally disabled individuals in Schenectady County. The newsletter discusses how Bethesda House has expanded services with a new clinical social worker to provide wraparound services for those with mental illness, substance abuse issues, and chronic health conditions. This will help clients better navigate the healthcare system and support themselves. The social worker, Kevin McCormick, will work with case managers to rapidly house the homeless and prevent evictions. Bethesda House aims to break the cycle of homelessness for those with mental illnesses through supportive housing and services.
The document summarizes updates from the Washington Indian Gaming Association meeting in January 2011, including photos from the meeting. It also provides summaries of presentations given at the meeting on workforce development and emergency preparedness programs. Additionally, it shares articles on a win-win relationship between a food distributor and tribal restaurants, a vision plan update for the Nisqually Tribe, an aromatherapy workshop at a cultural center, updates from the health business office and changes to Washington State health insurance, and an announcement about upcoming mammography services.
1) Cherie Castellano created three peer support programs through UMDNJ for police officers, veterans, and mothers of children with special needs to provide empathy and support to those who help others.
2) The programs connect those who have experienced similar hardships to counsel one another, with police officer Richard Dvorin counseling veterans after losing his son in Iraq.
3) Reciprocal peer support through shared understanding and non-judgment has helped heal both those giving and receiving support.
Educators at Mercy Hospital Grayling published an 86-page guidebook to help diabetes patients better manage their condition. The booklet was co-authored by diabetes educators Carrie Miller and Jen Gawel, who saw a need for an easy-to-use consolidated resource. The comprehensive booklet covers topics like monitoring blood sugar, nutrition, exercise, and includes meal plans and a food guide. The educators have also expanded their diabetes education program to underserved rural communities to improve patient health outcomes through lifestyle changes and medication compliance.
This document provides an overview of the relief efforts of the Sarhad Rural Support Programme (SRSP) to assist internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan following military operations in 2009 and devastating floods in 2010. It describes the scale of the humanitarian crisis and challenges faced by IDPs, and highlights several real-life stories and experiences from SRSP personnel involved in relief work, including distributing supplies, building shelters, and helping overwhelmed communities host large numbers of displaced families. The document aims to showcase the human impact and suffering of those displaced through first-hand accounts.
NJCRI held a successful conference on LGBTQ youth and HIV in 2011 that was well attended. The keynote speaker, Dr. Michael Mobley, gave an insightful presentation on reaching and connecting with LGBTQ youth. There were workshops on services and programs for LGBTQ youth, promoting health and wellness, living positively with HIV treatment, and cultural competency. Feedback from attendees was that the conference presentations, location, food, and networking opportunities made it an excellent event.
Nicole Miller, an Italian social work student, is recognized as the Volunteer of the Month for Gulf Coast Hospice. Each week, Nicole spends time with a group of ladies, improving their physical endurance with activities like Wii bowling. For her continued efforts and compassion towards patients, Nicole is honored as the Compassionate Camellian of the Month. The newsletter also discusses marketing directors attending a health fair and a volunteer explaining why she chose to work with hospice patients.
This document is a doctoral thesis submitted by Dein Vindigni to the University of Newcastle for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in October 2004. The thesis examines the musculoskeletal health of Indigenous Australians living in rural communities. It acknowledges the supervision team and expresses gratitude to the Indigenous community, cultural elders, and others who supported the research. The thesis contains 7 chapters that review the burden of musculoskeletal conditions, associated risk factors, opportunities and barriers to management, and a pilot training program for Aboriginal Health Workers to address musculoskeletal health in the community.
“Beyond Bereavement”: the impact of unresolved grief on Gypsies and Travellers – implications for policy & practice
Carol Rogers and Margaret Greenfields, Buckinghamshire New University
A presentation at the BSA Death, Dying and Bereavement Symposium, November 2011
The document thanks supporters for raising over $900,000 for the Heart Walk and promoting heart health. It discusses how the funds will help research, education, and local programs. It also highlights the negative impact of heart disease and how supporting the Heart Walk helps those suffering from heart conditions.
NHS at Mental Health Association Bell of Hope Awards DinnerLisa Ives-Quintana
NHS supported the annual Bell of Hope awards dinner held by the Mental Health Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania on May 19th. The event honored the Chief Advocacy Officer Joseph Rogers with the Bell of Hope award and Jean-Loup Archawski received the Family and Youth Services award. A photo showed NHS representatives in attendance including Anthony Nardella, Donald Thompson, and others.
The document discusses upcoming events being held by the Mental Health Association of Southwest Florida in October and November 2011 to educate the community about mental health and wellness. It also provides information on mental health topics like bullying and coping with stress for military families. The association is holding their annual membership drive and asks mental health professionals to join for $150 or $75 for interns in order to support their mission of providing education, advocacy and services around mental health issues.
Sudáfrica ganó la Copa Mundial de Fútbol de 2010, celebrada en su propio país. Derrotaron a Holanda en la final por 1-0 con un gol en la prórroga, convirtiéndose en el primer país africano en ganar el Mundial. Su victoria en casa trajo alegría y orgullo a toda la nación sudafricana.
Sudáfrica ganó la Copa Mundial de Fútbol de 2010, celebrada en su propio país. Derrotaron a Holanda en la final por 1-0 con un gol en la prórroga, convirtiéndose en el primer país africano en ganar el Mundial. Su victoria en casa trajo alegría y orgullo a toda la nación sudafricana.
NJCRI is New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive HIV/AIDS community-based organization. Our mission is “to help people with HIV/AIDS and those at risk for HIV/AIDS.” We conduct state-wide HIV clinical trials, and HIV treatment, care and prevention services in the Greater Newark Area. Populations we serve include youth and adults, men and women, men who have sex with men, people who acquire or who are at risk for HIV through injection drug use, and others.
NJCRI also seeks to address the concerns and disparities of access to health care faced by minority populations. Some of the non-HIV related services we offer include behavioral research, chronic illness management education, street outreach, substance abuse treatment, transportation, food pantry, and technical assistance to other community-based organizations. Approximately 5,000 people avail themselves of our free and confidential services each year.
The document discusses the Weltbeweger platform, which aims to spread successful social sector innovations to new locations. It does this through a nationwide research system with 70 correspondents collecting and categorizing transferable ideas. These ideas are then shared on the Weltbeweger online platform. Examples of innovations already transferred include open library boxes, using empty houses for community purposes, and distributing art bags. The platform spreads innovations through both online and offline events and services.
The document summarizes the work of Stiftung Bürgermut in connecting citizens and driving social change through bottom-up communication and participation. It describes several of Stiftung Bürgermut's key initiatives: (1) Weltbeweger, an online platform sharing innovative volunteering projects to inspire replication; (2) ENGAGEMENTzweinull.de, using social media to build community around a participation strategy; and (3) Enter Magazin, Germany's first weekly online magazine about civic engagement. The goal is to spread social innovations to new areas and empower citizens to enact positive change in their communities.
Sudáfrica ganó la Copa Mundial de Fútbol de 2010, celebrada en su propio país. Derrotaron a Holanda en la final por 1-0 con un gol en la prórroga, convirtiéndose en el primer país africano en ganar el Mundial. Su victoria en casa fue una gran celebración y un hito histórico para el fútbol sudafricano y africano.
The document provides information about the North Jersey Community Research Initiative (NJCRI), the largest HIV/AIDS organization in New Jersey. It details NJCRI's mission to help those with and at risk of HIV/AIDS through clinical trials and services like treatment, care, prevention, and research. NJCRI serves populations including youth, adults, men who have sex with men, injection drug users, and minorities. The document also summarizes NJCRI's second annual conference on harm reduction and treatment in New Jersey, and provides updates on several NJCRI programs and services.
This document summarizes biographies for several honorees being recognized at NJCRI's 2nd Annual Meet & Greet event. It provides background information on Lisa Mateo, a news reporter being honored; Dr. Robert Fullilove, an educator and HIV/AIDS activist; Dwight Peavy, the executive director of Newark EMA HIV Health Services Planning Council; and Gary Paul Wright, the founder of the African American Office of Gay Concerns. It also recognizes contributions from Henry Iwuala of Kintock Group, Bill Orr as the founder and executive director of NJCRI, client and volunteer Freddie Perry, nurse Ann Sheridan, and Dr. George Perez as NJCRI
NJCRI's Project CHETA provides free training and technical assistance to community-based and faith-based organizations in Newark, New Jersey. The project focuses on organizational development, infrastructure needs, and monthly staff trainings on topics like substance use, mental health, and chronic disease management. By increasing staff effectiveness, the project aims to improve healthcare access and reduce disparities for African American and Hispanic populations in the greater Newark area.
NJCRI is a community organization in Newark, NJ dedicated to reducing health disparities in minority populations. It was founded in 1988 and seeks to improve access to healthcare and social services through various programs, including HIV testing and counseling, syringe exchange, substance abuse treatment referrals, clinical trials, corrections programs, and youth centers. The organization is led by Executive Director Brian McGovern and provides a range of services to empower those affected by HIV/AIDS.
Presentation on Syringe Exchange in Newark, New JerseyNJCRI
New Jersey has high rates of HIV and hepatitis infections among injection drug users. NJCRI's Project Access is a syringe exchange program in Newark that seeks to reduce harm from drug use by providing clean syringes. It has enrolled over 1,300 clients since opening in 2008 without any local, state, or federal funding. Studies show that syringe exchange programs reduce disease transmission and connect clients to treatment and social services without increasing drug use.
This newsletter provides updates on volunteer activities and programs at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital over the summer. It discusses improvements made to the Volunteen program that increased participation. It highlights fundraising events like the Memphis to Peoria run that raised over $8 million. It also profiles volunteer activities like Camp Wishing Well that provided fun for patients. In closing, it thanks volunteers for their service and previews upcoming fall events.
"Celebrating National DNA Day at a Public Library: Reaching Out to the Community to Increase Awareness and Knowledge about the Human Genome and Genetics" Brooklyn Public Library's Human Genome Project Community Conversations Committee Powerpoint Presentation for ALA 2009 Virtual Poster Sessions.
The 10th annual Childhood Exposure to Violence (CEV) Prevention Week took place from April 18-22, 2016 with events hosted by Chicago Safe Start and over 20 partner organizations. Over 350 people participated in 9 events across 6 Chicago neighborhoods focused on raising awareness about the negative effects of CEV on young children and providing resources to help families and communities prevent violence exposure. Honorees were recognized for their leadership and efforts to address CEV. The week included art contests, training sessions, and a social media campaign to encourage support for CEV prevention.
The document summarizes activities and services provided by the FCJ Refugee Centre in Toronto. It describes upcoming events focusing on human trafficking, as well as regular services like English classes, medical clinics, and youth programs. It provides staff information and highlights recent activities including workshops on life skills, recreational outings, and the Uprooted U education access program.
This open house invites people to learn about the variety of services offered by NJCRI, including HIV/STI testing, medical treatment, counseling, and social services. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet staff and hear success stories from clients. The event will provide information on how community members can get involved in helping NJCRI empower those infected or affected by HIV/AIDS to live healthy lives.
The document summarizes events from Mental Illness Awareness Week in October 2012 hosted by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Thunder Bay branch. It discusses screenings of a documentary about the role of arts in recovery. It also describes a coffeehouse event with musical and poetry performances that aimed to create an authentic 1960s atmosphere. The events aimed to promote wellness and recovery from mental illness through the arts.
This summarizes a document from the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia reflecting on their accomplishments from 2018-2019. In 3 sentences:
The Society expanded their outreach across Nova Scotia by offering more support groups and education sessions. They piloted new programs like Minds in Motion and U-First training. The Society also focused on serving diverse communities and launched the first Canadian Charter of Rights for People with Dementia.
The Lupus Foundation of America provides support, education, and funds medical research to help people affected by lupus. Their impact report summarizes their work, including funding a clinical trial for a stem cell treatment for lupus, launching an awareness campaign to help reduce diagnosis time, and creating a National Resource Center that provides information and support for patients, families, and healthcare providers. The Foundation's goals are to ensure better treatments and ultimately find a cure for lupus, through activities like medical research, advocacy, awareness campaigns, fundraising events, and educational resources.
The document outlines the vision, mission, and services of an organization called MHACA that provides mental health and well-being support to individuals and communities, including programs focused on recovery, life skills, housing support, peer support, training, awareness events, and a culturally appropriate suicide prevention workshop called Suicide Story developed for Aboriginal communities.
This document summarizes various programs and events of the Visiting Nurse Association Health Group. It discusses the Ruth Hyman Spiritual Support in the Jewish Tradition hospice program that was named after local philanthropist Ruth Hyman and how her generous donation will help expand services. It also commemorates the 40th anniversary of the WIC program that VNA Health Group has operated in two New Jersey counties, helping thousands of mothers and children. Additionally, it provides information on VNA Health Group's Falls Prevention program and initiative during Falls Prevention Awareness Week to help reduce falls among older adults.
The document summarizes an upcoming conference hosted by the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) called the NABJ Media Institute on Health: Health Policy and Health Inequities. The conference will take place from April 4-6, 2013 at the Barbara Jordan Conference Center at the Kaiser Family Foundation in Washington D.C. It will focus on health disparities in communities of color and provide training for journalists to improve their coverage of health issues. Various health experts, policy officials, and award-winning journalists will present at the conference.
This document provides information about recent activities and events at New Jersey Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs). It begins with a letter from the President & CEO of the New Jersey Primary Care Association reflecting on the past year and highlighting their work supporting FQHCs. It then discusses various FQHC events from the past few months, including breast cancer awareness events, health center expansions and awards, and community outreach programs. The document promotes upcoming training opportunities through the NJPCA and their partnership with RWJ on Project ECHO for expanding specialty care access at FQHCs.
The National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) would like to share the digital copy of the newsletter of our Human Organ Preservation Effort (HOPE):
"Life After Death: Gift of Life Through Organ Donation"
For feedback, you may email hope@nkti.gov.ph or call local 4400.
Keene State College will host events on December 1st in honor of World AIDS Day, including free rapid HIV testing from 11am to 1pm in the student center and a screening of the documentary "And Counting" about living with HIV along with a panel discussion from 6pm to 7pm in the alumni center. The events aim to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and honor those affected through collaboration between the college and community organizations.
Where's the hope? Dialogues for Solidarity - Session 1ReShape
Session 1: GIPA Principles for the 21st Century with guest, Sean Strub, Sero Project, USA
Where’s the Hope?, a year-long series of dialogues for solidarity, is coordinated by ReShape, an independent London-based think tank formed to respond to the ongoing crisis in sexual health.
Working together, activists and organisers will share their experiences and explore new op- portunities to address explore chronic obstacles to successful organising in HIV, HCV and re- lated sexual and mental health concerns. Emerging advocates and organisers are especially welcome.
Elizabeth Schaaf has extensive experience planning, implementing, and evaluating special events and conferences in the healthcare field. She has conceptualized and overseen large annual conferences that continue today, including the Matters of the Heart Conference which draws 400 people. She has also planned smaller community outreach events and secured high-profile speakers from media outlets like the Today Show. References throughout the document praise her dedication, creativity, and ability to consistently deliver high-quality healthcare events.
This document describes The P+sitive Story Project, which explores the lives of HIV-positive adolescents through interviews. The project aims to investigate storytelling as a treatment tool and create an educational resource. Participants include 13 youths and young adults infected with HIV through various means. Emerging themes from the interviews will help address areas of greatest need. The project will produce a book in 7 chapters covering topics like diagnosis, health, relationships, and hopes for the future. The book aims to educate local schools and patients, and potentially other healthcare providers.
Philip and Oko-Offoboche- Partnership and collaboration: sexual reproductive ...IFLA_InfolitRef
The document discusses a project conducted by Dreamboat Theatre for Development Foundation to improve sexual and reproductive health literacy among women in Ediba, Nigeria through participatory theater workshops. Over several weeks, the project used theater, discussions, and information sessions to educate women on topics like HIV/AIDS, female genital cutting, family planning, and teenage pregnancy. Surveys conducted before and after the workshops found that the women's attitudes and knowledge improved significantly on all topics. The project leaders concluded that theater is an effective tool for communicating health information and advocating for social changes, especially in rural communities.
The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) was founded in 1961 and is headquartered in New York. It is the largest grassroots organization in the US serving the Parkinson's community. APDA's mission is to provide information on services for those with Parkinson's and fund research for new treatments and a cure. The author's grandfather was diagnosed with Parkinson's 8 years ago, which saddens them and is why they support APDA. APDA funds research grants and centers for advanced research through donations and annual fundraising events.
This document encourages friends to register for the 2012 New Jersey AIDS Walk by forming teams with friends and family. It mentions prizes for the top earner, including a 47" TV. Participating in large numbers and recruiting others makes the event more impactful and fun while supporting lifesaving work for those with HIV/AIDS in New Jersey.
4U2NV RYDERZ MC is sponsoring a can drive on November 19th from 2-6pm at 393 Central Ave in Newark, NJ to collect canned goods and other non-perishable donations for NJCRI's homeless drop-in center, which provides homeless people in Newark a safe place to wash clothes, shower, change clothes, and get social and medical referrals, especially needed during the holiday season.
The conference will focus on issues facing Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ) youth in New Jersey.
Participants will learn about the varied culture in the LGBTQ community. Experienced service providers will make available information on outreaching, recruiting and assisting this vulnerable population.
Un festival comunitario se llevará a cabo el 20 de agosto de 2011 de 10 am a 4 pm en el estacionamiento de 393 Central Ave en Newark, NJ. Las familias y amigos están invitados a asistir para divertirse y obtener información sobre servicios de salud disponibles. Habrá comida, refrescos, juegos, rifas y entretenimiento gratuitos.
NJCRI's Project WOW! Youth Center offers various daily activities for youth ages 14 to 24, including a drop-in center, cyber cafe, drama club, yoga, game nights, creative writing, discussion groups, and vogue classes. Typical weekday activities include drop-in hours from 2:30-5pm, followed by various evening activities like drama, yoga, games, writing, discussions, or dance. Saturday includes drop-in, discussions, and a live performance event, while Sundays involve drop-in, planning meetings, and dance.
This document summarizes the author's year of 2010, which was a year of growth, family, and friendships. It describes several events that took place throughout the year, including celebrating Steve's cousins in January, the author's nephew receiving a basketball award in February, celebrating a year living in Steve's house in February, the author's sister's 40th birthday in March, continuing leadership programs in September, celebrating their 41st birthday with a friend, teaching CPR workshops, becoming a certified master trainer for chronic disease programs, becoming a certified domestic violence advocate, reviving a website and newsletter, joining SGI, celebrating summer BBQs with friends and family, and being grateful for an amazing year.
The New Jersey Community Research Initiative is celebrating its 22nd anniversary on October 7th, 2010 from 6-9 PM at the Aljira: A Center for Contemporary Art in Newark. Tickets cost $60 and can be purchased in advance online or by mailing a check to the provided address. The event will honor community leaders, include hors d'oeuvres, live music, and a silent auction. Lisa Mateo will serve as mistress of ceremonies and Dr. Robert Fullilove will be a special guest.
Este documento anuncia un festival comunitario que se llevará a cabo el 14 de agosto de 2010 de 10:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m. en Newark, Nueva Jersey. El festival ofrecerá información sobre servicios de salud disponibles, comida gratis, juegos, música y la aparición de Shrek. Se anima a las familias y amigos a asistir y pasar un buen rato.
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LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
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Volume 3 issue 1 - winter 2011
1. Volume 3, Issue 1 Winter 2011
North Jersey Community
Research Initiative
Community First
Inside this issue:
About NJCRI
Project RENEW World
AIDS Day
2 The North Jersey Community Research Initiative (NJCRI) is New Jersey’s largest and most
comprehensive HIV/AIDS community-based organization.
NJCRI Holiday Celebra-
tions!!
3 Our mission is “to help people with HIV/AIDS and those at risk for HIV/AIDS.” We
conduct state-wide HIV clinical trials, and provide HIV treatment, care and prevention ser-
vices in the Greater Newark Area. Populations we serve include youth and adults, men and
Project ACESS Drop In
4 women, men who have sex with men, people who acquire or who are at risk for HIV
Center
through injection drug use and others.
My Brother’s Keeper
5 NJCRI also seeks to address the concerns and disparities of access to health care faced by
Drop In Center
minority populations. Some of the non-HIV related services we offer include behavioral
research, chronic illness management education, street outreach, substance abuse treatment,
transportation, food pantry and technical assistance to other community-based
Client’s Corner 6
organizations. Approximately 6,000 people avail themselves of our free and confidential
services each year.
Project WOW! Health
7
Fair
NJCRI Celebrates its 2nd Annual Meet & Greet Fundraiser with a Visit
from Newark Mayor Corey Booker!!
Community Outreach 8
More than 60 people attended NJCRI’s 2nd Annual Meet and Greet Fundraiser to celebrate
our 22 years of service to the Greater Newark Community. The event, held on October 7th,
Upcoming Programs raised over $11,400, funds that will help NJCRI continue to provide outstanding services to
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and/or Events our clients.
This year’s honorees included Newark Mayor Corey Booker, Gary Paul Wright of the Afri-
can American Office of Gay Concerns (AAOGC), Henry Iwuala of The Kintock Group and
NJCRI’s own Ann Sheridan, Dr. George Perez, Bill Orr, and Freddie Perry.
For the second year in a row, Lisa Mateo, PIX Morning News Feature Reporter, served as
our dynamic Mistress of Ceremonies. Dr. Robert Fullilove, Dean and Professor at Columbia
University’s Mailman School of Public Health was the Special Invited Guest for the eve-
ning.
Thank you to all who contributed and attended. In the words of Mayor Booker, “[NJCRI] is
an organization that gets the tough work done” and we could not do it without your gener-
ous support!
Video of the Mayor’s speech is available on NJCRI’s website at www.njcri.org.
2. Community First
In Memoriam
We are saddened by the loss of Pamela M. Bolden, one of our staff at NJCRI, who passed
away on December 30, 2010.
On January 13, 2011, the NJCRI community and Pamela’s family and friends came together
to say good bye to a mother, sister, daughter, friend, colleague and counselor. Pam’s life was
honored and we all shared with each other the many ways she touched us and made our lives
better.
Pam will be missed by many. To honor her great work, NJCRI has dedicated the patient
lounge on the third floor to her. Please drop by to see her plaque and how her legacy contin-
ues for our patients and at NJCRI. Pamela we love you and you will be missed by all you
have touched.
Brian McGovern
Executive Director
Project RENEW World AIDS Day
st
December 1 is internationally recognized as World AIDS Day and NJCRI’s Project Renew celebrated
with a spectacular program at Northern State Prison (NSP). Project Renew Health Educators Antonio Alexan-
der and Liz Kimani organized an informative and entertaining event for NSP inmates.
Project Renew clients at NSP shared their personal experiences with HIV/AIDS with the audience and
their willingness to educate their peers with their testimonies was evident in their passionate speeches. Not
only did they discuss their reactions to learning about their HIV status but they stressed the importance of be-
ing an active participant in their treatment program. The speakers encouraged the audience to ask questions
during doctor visits and promoted safe sex conversations within families and communities.
Dr. Anita Vaughn, an infectious disease specialist with a long history of treating HIV/AIDS patients
and a well-known public speaker was the keynote speaker. Dr. Vaughn discussed the basics of HIV/AIDS and
current treatment options. Her presentation was well-received by the inmates and stimulated a lively discussion
about traditional versus alternative medical treatments. Dr. Vaughn spoke candidly about the importance of
knowing one’s HIV status and taking the necessary precautions to prevent transmission to others.
The highlight of the program were the performances by the Northern State Prison R&B Band. The tal-
ented band members entertained the audience with covers of popular R&B songs by artists such as John Leg-
end and Estelle. Additionally, the band was accompanied by two vocalists who gave rousing renditions of hit
songs.
Project Renew would like to express sincere thanks to Viesha Morales (Missy) one of NJCRI’s Medi-
cal Case Managers and Brian McGovern, NJCRI’s Executive Director for attending and supporting the event.
Lastly, Project Renew is grateful for our clients’ participation and openness with their personal stories. We are
looking forward to hosting additional educational programs at Northern State Prison.
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3. Volume 3, Issue 1
Volume 3, Issue 1
NJCRI Holiday Celebrations!!
On Friday, November 19th, dozens of people arrived at NJCRI
to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday and spend several hours
with friends. NJCRI’s Client Thanksgiving Day Dinner was
an overwhelming success with people enjoying dinner, per-
forming poetry and singing songs. The Gong Show was a hit!
Generous food donations were provided by Gilead Sciences,
Merck Serono, Abbott Laboratories and NJCRI staff. Eight
volunteers from Tibotec Pharmaceuticals also helped prepare
and serve food alongside NJCRI staff.
Our Client Holiday Dinner on December 17th also drew a
crowd. Merck Serono, Gilead Sciences, Bristol-Myers
Squibb, MyIT, Abbott Laboratories and Merck Serono do-
nated food for the party, as did NJCRI staff. Tibotec Pharma-
ceuticals supplied volunteers, presents and desserts.
Meet Our Newest Volunteers!
Maria Galera (left) is a high school junior in the Newark Public School System. During
the fall cycle, she has been interning four hours a week in Project WOW! through Sadie
Nash, an all girls leadership program. Following their 6 week summer program, Maria
chose to do an internship at a nonprofit health agency because of her career aspiration to
be a registered nurse.
While at Project WOW! she has learned a lot of information about HIV/AIDS and has
helped with clerical work and in designing the attendance sheet. She is learning how to
help, comfort, and handle situations with people who are HIV positive and is interested in
learning more about NJCRI’s My Brother’s Keeper and HIV/AIDS resources.
NJCRI welcomes Theresa Goodwin (right). Theresa has been volunteer-
ing in reception since December 14th answering phones and arranging
transportation. She will soon begin helping with clerical work.
Deirdre Coppin has been volunteering at NJCRI for nearly a month. She
had been looking for a job and wanted to give back to the community.
After coming to NJCRI to get tested, she asked about available volunteer
positions. Currently she volunteers in the food pantry, answers phones,
and assists with various clerical work.
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4. Community First 1
Volume 3, Issue
Coming Soon!!...NJCRI’s Project ACCESS Drop In Center
NJCRI’s Addiction Services Department is pleased to announce that it will
be opening a drop –in–center for homeless substance users in mid-to-late
February. The center which is funded by the New Jersey Department of
Health’s Division of HIV/AIDS Services will provide participants with mul-
tiple services including nutritional support, and access to showers and laun-
dry facilities. Staff will work closely with other NJCRI programs particu-
larly Project Access (our syringe exchange), Counseling and Testing and
Project Cope to make sterile syringes, HIV testing, drug treatment and other
much needed services available to clients. More information will be made
available when renovations are completed and a firm date is set for the
opening.
Seeking Cures For Tomorrow
Providing Support For Today!
Q & A with NJCRI’s Patient Navigator: Keith Williams
Q: Who can set up a meeting with you? Q: How do clients find out about you?
A: My job as patient navigator is to engage newly A: Anyone in need of services can contact me on my
diagnosed people who are HIV positive and people cell phone at 973-277-7076.
who were previously diagnosed that are not cur-
rently in care. People are referred to me from NJCRI’s Care and
Treatment Services (CTS), Clinical Trials, Project
Q: What is the process? ACCESS, Project REACT, outreach workers, and by
word of mouth.
A: We have a short interview where I explain what
I do and the client tells me what they want to do. I Q: As patient navigator, what is a typical day?
set up an initial appointment with St. Michael’s
Hospital (Peter Ho Clinic) for blood work and in- A: My typical day is spent in Project Access waiting
troduce clients to the retention officers there. Re- for referrals and engaging clients that are in need of
tention officers help with hospital case manage- harm reduction services. There is no easy or difficult
ment and other services. This gives clients another
resource to use when they are in the medical cen- part about my job, I love what I do.
ter.
The most rewarding part of my job is seeing a client
I also assist with getting clients charity care and taking charge of their own health.
transportation at our first meeting.
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5. Volume 3, Issue 1
Grand Opening of My Brother’s Keeper Drop
In Center
NJCRI Announces the launch of My Brother’s Keeper, a new program
for MSM’s between the ages of 25 and 34. This program will offer
mentorship, counseling, a supportive men’s group, health education
training and risk reduction workshops. For this and more information
on other services, activities, or events, call (973) 483 – 3444.
After Hours at NJCRI’s Project WOW!
Funded by New Jersey’s Department of Health interventions, they begin documenting their behavior
(DOH), Division of Addiction Services (DAS), change in photos. The youth are able to track their indi-
and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), vidual progress and hold themselves accountable for
NJCRI’s Project WOW! is Newark’s first drop- their actions, helping to make them less susceptible to
in center specifically for lesbian, gay, bisexual, HIV or frequent substance use.
transgender, questioning (LGBTQ) youth. The
drop-in center provides opportunities for young Money for cameras and equipment was purchased us-
people to socialize and build supportive net- ing funds from a DAS grant. The Photography Pro-
works while learning new HIV and substance gram takes place on Tuesdays from 5-7 p.m.
abuse prevention skills in a safe space.
For a calendar of events, visit Project WOW! at 393
On average, Project WOW serves up to 400 Central Avenue, Newark, NJ, 07103.
youth per month who live in the NJ/NYC met-
ropolitan area. With its dedicated staff and
youth advisory board (Leaders of the Future
“LOF”), Project WOW was awarded the 2010
Sakia Gunn Community Service Award by
Newark Essex Pride Coalition during Newark’s
Pride Week.
Aunsha Hall, Manager of Project WOW! en-
courages the youth to “spread the word that Pro-
ject WOW! has all these things going on. There
is always something to come to that you may be
interested in”.
WOW’s latest project uses photography as a
means to encourage the youth to identify
“triggers” and change those behaviors that put Picture: Project WOW! Staff
them at risk. After taking part in group level
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6. Community First
Client’s Corner
The following is the transcript of a conversation
with Don, a client at NJCRI.
Seeking Cures For Tomorrow
Providing Support For Today!
The first thing I want to do is extend the warmest
thank you to all of the staff members at NJCRI be-
cause I am an NJCRI success story.
And I began the process of rebuilding my im-
I came to the facility here in February 2008, at that mune system and getting my body back on track
point I had been off medication for 7 years. I was and within 10 months my blood scores looked
literally at the end of my life, I was so ill I couldn’t excellent, they were very quickly rebounding and
even walk up the stairs in front of the building I probably, within that first year, made incredible
very easily. I had had a stroke, primarily for hav- progress.
ing been off of meds for so long. And then this last time now, it’s 2 years, I have
gotten the results of my blood work back. And
And the first time I came here I was examined by
my viral load had been 275,000 parts per cubic
Ann Sheridan who took wonderful care of me right centimeter blood, and now it’s 20, which is noth-
from the very beginning, and said to me “you’re ing short of an incredible gift from the facility to
not necessarily dying if you don’t want to die. You have healed me to the point where I now am very
could. You certainly are very close to the end. If sure that I will live a perfectly normal life.
you believe that that’s it, you’re done. But if you
believe in getting better we will help you.” I give back to the community here at the facility
as often as I can and do all sorts of fun, creative
And at that point Ann arranged for me to become a things that I enjoy doing. And I love to show up
member of the ADAP program and we first got me because any time I can give back to this place, I
certainly do. And from the bottom of my heart I
on medication. And then I saw Dr. Pobletti who
am grateful to everyone here.
then prescribed me an excellent regime of Tru-
vada, Noravire, and Reates. And then of course I Thank you.
also had to go on anti-stroke medication.
Test-4-Turkey Day
In keeping with our annual tradition, NJCRI’s CTR Unit
gave out 160 turkeys for Thanksgiving this year. One hun-
dred and ten clients who registered in advance received a
free turkey. The other 50 turkeys were given out on No-
vember 22nd at 3 locations in Newark (St. James Tower,
Seth Boyden, and Bradley Court) in exchange for getting
an HIV test. Congratulations CTR!
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8. Community First
Community Outreach
The following article was written by Aliya Wadood, a
junior at Montclair State University in Montclair, NJ.
“Safe sex is great sex." This comment made by a student
made my hour and a half of standing outside in thirty four
degrees weather worth it. Myself, along with two group
members had a mobile testing unit on campus December 8th
from 2:30pm-4:00pm. Our event was supposed to last until
5:00pm, but due to the amount of students being tested there
were no more tests left. After weeks of preparation it was
finally our big day.
I decided to focus on the advertising aspect and made posters
and information cards for Montclair State University students. Each poster contained a statistic and each
information card included a statistic and condom. My mother works with the sister of Nimaako Brown who
is the project manager at NJCRI. She was able to get me assorted condoms, lubricants, proper condom us-
age information and information about NJCRI services.
As I rushed through the University hallways I hoped that students excited about our event and would
not let the cold weather deter them from getting tested. When I got to the student center quad, I realized we
had about seven students waiting. I was happy to see that students wanted to know their HIV status even if
it was frigid outside. I let my group member know I was there and then when to the student center to have
my poster enlarged to display on the side of the mobile testing unit.
While I waited for my enlarged poster, a group of four girls and a guy asked me where our mobile
testing unit was located. I told them that it was right outside and gave four of them informational cards with
condoms taped on the back. I dug deep into my handbag to look for a card for one girl who seemed disap-
pointed when I could not find it. I told her I was sorry but to take a long pack of condoms as an apology.
She laughed and showed her friends who laughed even more. After I got my poster I continued to search for
an informational card because I knew I had one for her. Luckily I found one on the side of my bag. When I
finally gave it to her she laughed again and jokingly said, "Thanks, I had thirty and now I have thirty-one."
It was important that she had the condoms but she needed the knowledge as well.
I finally got outside and put together a bin of condoms, lubricants, information about proper condom
use and information about services NJCRI offers in Newark. I told anyone who walked by that we had free
condoms and testing. I noticed that some people were offended when I offered them condoms. This made
me somewhat uneasy because I did not want to make anyone uncomfortable but I did want them to take ad-
vantage of everything we had to offer. Within an hour and a half thirty people were tested for HIV. Our
event was supposed to last until 5:00pm but it ended at 4:00pm because there were no more testing kits. I
was happy to see people open about testing for HIV. One person even told me "I'm negative. Can I get a
condom?" I am proud to say the students were not the only ones who benefitted from our event, I benefitted
as well.
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9. Volume 3, Issue 1
Phone: 973-483-3444 Upcoming Programs and/or Events
Fax: 973-485-7080
E-mail: njcri@njcri.org
Harm Reduction & Treatment in NJ: Having Faith In Recovery
Founder
William P. Orr, M.A. Conference
January 26, 2011 from 9 - 3:30 p.m. at Robert Treat Hotel, Newark, NJ
Board of Trustees For information , call (973) 483-3444 ext 204
Dwight Peavy
Chair
My Brother’s Keeper
Thomas Flynn For information, call (973) 412-7080
Vice Chair
Carol Mori Project WOW! Health Fair
Treasurer February 5, 2011 from 12—6 p.m. at NJCRI
For information, call (973) 412-7080
Jeffrey Bomser
In Memoriam Support Groups
For information about upcoming group meetings, call (973) 483-3444
Institutional Review Board
James M. Oleske, M.D.
Chair Project WOW! KIKI Function
For information, call (888) 688-9078
Youth Advisory Board
Ka'leef C. Washington
Chair Substance Use and Mental Health 101 Training
For information, call (973) 483-3444 x 204
Directors
Brian McGovern, L.S.W.
Executive Director
George Perez, M.D.
Medical Director Does your organization have a presence on Twitter or YouTube?
If so, follow NJCRI at
Corey DeStefano, B.S. http://www.twitter.com/NJCRI
Director, Clinical Research and Compli- http://www.YouTube.com/NJCRI
ance Officer
Robert C. Baxter, M.P.A.
Director, Addiction, Prevention and Educa-
tional Services
Joseph Rothenberg, M.B.A.
Director, Finance
Donate Over the Phone
(973) 483-3444 ext. 191
Seeking Cures For Tomorrow Donate on our Website
Providing Support For Today! www.njcri.org
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Aura C. Caicedo 393 Central Avenue
Edited by:
Bob Baxter, Nimaako Brown, Aura C. Caicedo, Caroline E.S. Harris
Newark, NJ 07103