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Friends in #Detroit: Hello LGBTQ Research Panel, Thank you so much for being part of the LGBTQ research panel at Community Marketing & Insights. For more information about CMI research or this survey, contact David Paisley at David@CMI.info. The Detroit Regional LGBT Chamber Fund and its community partners are conducting a survey about the potential of developing an LGBTQ+ business district in the Detroit area. The Chamber has partnered with Community Marketing & Insights, an LGBTQ owned and operated research firm. We hope that you can help by completing the survey. The survey should take about 10 minutes to complete and your response is confidential. You do not need to give your name or email to respond to this survey. Your input is crucial in shaping a vibrant and inclusive area. #LGBTQ #CommunityResearch #BusinessDevelopment #InclusiveEconomy #DetroitLGBTQ #CommunityInsights #DiversityAndInclusion #SupportLocalBusiness https://lnkd.in/giAjNhKr

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Today is the Chicago Urban League 's Premier Job Fair! Help spread the word about this opportunity to connect with 75+ employers from the Chicagoland area including Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois. Explore thousands of job openings with great wages and benefits, and get job search tips from the Chicago Urban League, Jobcase, Inc., and more! 🔗 Secure your spot now: bit.ly/culjobfair24 Why? Because employment levels in Chicago and beyond have rebounded since the COVID-19 pandemic, but a new report has found teens and young adults across the city, particularly those of color, are still struggling to find consistent work. Black and Latino youth and young adults in Chicago continue to have higher jobless and out-of-school-and-jobless rates compared to White Chicagoans,” the report states, “highlighting the importance of implementing targeted programs to promote more equitable employment opportunities for youth and young adults.” According to the report, there were tens of thousands of teens and young adults in Chicago between the ages of 16-24 who are both out of school and jobless in 2022 — the year this study examined. Chicago remains worse off than Illinois and the U.S in joblessness for Black and Latino 16- to 19-year-olds and 20-to-24-year-olds, the report found. The highest percentages of joblessness in Chicago, recorded at 92.8%, were found around the South and West side neighborhoods of Pilsen, Bridgeport, McKinley Park, Fuller Park and Back of the Yards. The Far South Side of Chicago in particular had a large cluster of high jobless rates ranging from 86.7% to 92% for 16-to-19-year-olds, the report found. #HCSCcareers #BCBSIL #JobFair #ChicagoJobs #CareerOpportunities #JobSearch #ChicagoUrbanLeague

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More MN civic sector salary information via 9 roles with the new State of Minnesota "Department of Children, Youth and Families" that pay between $96,800 and $183,660. Spread the word to MN nonprofit board members that still think $80,000 - $100,000 salary range is a lot to pay their Executive Director who is expected to fundraise, manage a board, lead a team and navigate the complexities of an uncertain funding and operational landscape in Minnesota in 2024. The competition for MN's civic talent will only continue to increase as retirements accelerate and city, county and state agencies offer more stability, better benefits and increasingly higher salaries. To be clear, I welcome this additional investment in Minnesota families, but the competitive impact on recruiting and retaining talent in Minnesota's nonprofit sector is real and only increasing. Details below from Erin B. --> · Communications Director (Job ID #: 75585) | Closes 11:59 p.m., Thursday, April 25 Salary range -> $96,800 - $138,831 · Chief Compliance Officer (Job ID #: 75532) | Closes 11:59 p.m., Thursday, April 25 Salary range -> $107,719 - $154,365 · General Counsel (Job ID #: 75780) | Closes at 11:59 p.m., Thursday, May 2 Salary range -> $111,582 - $159,836 · Chief Business Technology Officer (Job ID #: 75866) | Closes at 11:59 p.m., Monday, May 6 Salary range -> $123,359 - $176,603 · Deputy Commissioner (Job ID #: 75867) | Closes at 11:59 p.m., Friday, May 10 Salary range -> $128,328 - $183,660 · Assistant Commissioner - Child Safety & Permanency (Job ID #: 75976) | Closes at 11:59 p.m., Monday, May 13 Salary range -> $119,746 - $171,445 · Assistant Commissioner - Early Childhood (Job ID #: 75975) | Closes at 11:59 p.m., Monday, May 13 Salary range -> $119,746 - $171,445 · Assistant Commissioner - Economic Opportunity and Youth Services (Job ID #: 75971) | Closes at 11:59 p.m., Monday, May 13 Salary range -> $119,746 - $171,445 · Assistant Commissioner - Family Well-being (Job ID #: 75973) | Closes at 11:59 p.m., Monday, May 13 Salary range -> $119,746 - $171,445 cc: Minnesota Council of Nonprofits #MCN #mnleg #Nonprofit #SalaryInformation

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Do you make these mistakes in your cover letter when applying for remote jobs? 1. Not starting with a strong opening? What you can do: Begin with a hook that grabs the reader's attention, such as a powerful opening sentence or a relevant anecdote. 2. Not clearly stating the job you're applying for? What you can do: Make sure to mention the specific job title and how you came across the opportunity. 3. Not showcasing your relevant skills and experience? What you can do: Highlight your most relevant skills and experiences that align with the job requirements. 4. Not expressing your enthusiasm and interest? What you can do: Demonstrate your passion for the company and role, and express your excitement about the opportunity. 5. Not ending with a clear call-to-action? What you can do: Close with a strong call-to-action, such as requesting an interview or expressing your eagerness to discuss the position further. Finally, remember to be concise, focused, and impactful in your writing. JobMingle wishes you all the best! Found this helpful? Like, comment, and share so others get to see it too. #freedomlifestyle #remotejobs #skillacquisition

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Interested in hiring MPS graduating seniors? Join Twin Cities companies like yours at the Get Hired Now Fair! https://lnkd.in/gPCMrpaE What is the Get Hired Now Fair? We are currently seeking Twin Cities employers who are interested in hiring MPS graduating seniors for entry-level full-time and part-time positions across all industry sectors. The day will include one-to-one conversations with interested students and activities hosted by companies to engage students while they wait for their interview slots. Date/Time:  Saturday, June 8 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location:  North Career & Technical Education (CTE) Center (1500 Knox Ave. N.). Enter through Door 1 on Knox Ave. Who should participate?   Any Twin Cities employer who has an interest in hiring 18-year-old students interested in entering the workforce immediately after high school. How do I register to participate?  Fill out the information in this form: https://lnkd.in/gE87e5cu. We will add you to our event distribution list and send participant details. What should we bring to this event?   A desire to hire talented, young adults into entry-level positions. Staff who can conduct one-to-one interviews with students. Information about your company. Applications. Giveaways with company logos (no stickers). Displays that represent your industry. Mini-activities that students could engage with while they wait for their opportunity to interview. A special note about our students:  MPS students will bring a diverse set of technical and soft skills to your company. Many of the graduating seniors who will attend this event have acquired industry-specific technical skills through our CTE career pathway programs and are highly motivated to enter the workforce. Some of the students will be bilingual. All are dynamic individuals who will bring value to your organization! Contact Sara.Etzel@mpls.k12.mn.us for more information. Learn more about how you can get involved with Minneapolis Public Schools Career and Technical Education at https://lnkd.in/gd_4B5YU

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The impacts of the bioeconomy on rural America are profound, measured in jobs, social mobility, and economic advancement. Beyond the statistics, numerous benefits often go unnoticed, like lighting up the ball field for the small town of 700 people where the plant is situated. At Marquis, our vision is clear: "Rooted in community, we innovate for a sustainable world for future generations." 🚜 🌽 ⛽ 🚗 ✈ ⚗ #Bioeconomy #RuralAmerica #Sustainability #Community #FutureGenerations

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Chicago business owners, have you applied for the BGV Pitch Program? Don’t miss your chance to win up to $30k for your business. You don’t need any experience in pitching, we can help you build your deck and your pitch. Apply Now at bit.ly/bgvpitch. Applications close June 14th. #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship

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New week, new episode! Join me and my co-anchor as we update you on all things #DePaul. I share TWO of my own stories with you on this week’s newscast. #chicago #journalism #reporter #mmj

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We are excited to announce the public release of our app "𝐑𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐆𝐑"! This is also my first app to be published on Google Play! 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞: 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞: reentryguidegr.org 𝐆𝐢𝐭𝐇𝐮𝐛: https://lnkd.in/g_RNppQg In collaboration with Reentry Reimagined, we have designed and developed "ReentryGuide GR" to support the reintegration of former prisoners into society within the Grand Rapids area. Recognizing that many formerly incarcerated individuals may have limited experience with smartphones, we prioritized user-friendliness, inclusiveness, and accessibility in our design. 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭? Our app is open-source and released under GNU GPLv3. 𝐖𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨: - 𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤: Your insights are invaluable to us. - 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞: Suggest improvements, open issues on our GitHub, or fork our app to implement it in your city! I had the privilege of leading the design and development of this project, and I am proud of what our small team has accomplished. We hope our efforts can make a meaningful difference, and we appreciate any support or contributions to help extend the reach and impact of "ReentryGuide GR". #ReentryGuideGR #CriminalJustice #SocialImpact #UXDesign

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TELL US YOUR INTERVIEWING TIPS. 💡 It's Wednesday, and we're back with another installment of our ”Back to Basics” series. Let's talk interviewing. Once you have received an opportunity for an interview, there are some basic prep activities we recommend you do.

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Three cheers for Minnesota! 👏👏👏 Coming to Minnesotans in January 2025... PAY TRANSPARENCY! This will save job candidates so much time in the interviewing process. I can't tell you how many interviews I went through in the past, only to find out that the payscale was lower than my requirements. Transparency saves time on both the employer and candidate side by providing pay transparency. Not to mention this golden nugget about the gender pay gap. 💲💲💲 "Women in Minnesota lose an estimated $483,040 in lifetime earnings because of the gender wage gap, which further impacts women of color, according to a 2024 report by the Center on Women, Gender and Public Policy at the University of Minnesota's Humphrey School of Public Affairs." As a bonus, remember that employers can't inquire about your past salary history. This bill took effect in January 2024. "The bill complements a law that went into effect in January that barred employers from asking candidates for their salary history." #paytransparency #minnesotalaws #startribune

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I am happy to see my good friend Hermann Nehls still engaging with the Wisconsin Apprenticeship System. Our trip to Germany with Hermann in 2020 was so eye opening as a brand new State Director at the time and I see that those things we learned while there are continuing to be massaged out and implemented in Wisconsin in this write-up. With German Apprenticeship being a gold standard in the world, it was interesting to learn during that trip how Wisconsin Apprenticeship did things different than Germany and many of those things were what raised the bar for apprenticeship in the states. When I returned from the trip in 2020, I was energized knowing I was leading one of the premier apprenticeship systems (youth apprenticeship and registered apprenticeship) in the country but realizing that there was opportunity to be even better with very small tweaks; an apprenticeship system grounded by the illustrious Karen Morgan who operated as the Director for nearly 30 years. The German model is solid and strong, with true engagement in the system by all as a way to make their community better and that is something we still haven’t been able to achieve here in the American Apprenticeship system. It is one of the biggest things the system should focus on because it has the ability to change lives and drive growth in the American workforce. Imagine how powerful a national system would be when people aren’t afraid of engaging because they would be looked at as “less than” since they didn’t go to college? Hats off and wishing nothing but success to Wisconsin Apprenticeship as they continue to build on that strong foundation we’ve created. #apprenticeshipworks #apprenticeshipisforeveryone

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We have a paid contract opportunity for young adult and adult speakers until December 2024 through a grant from NAMi Illinois. To interview for speakers positions: 1. Speakers would need to be 18+, have lived experience either with a mental health condition or know someone with a mental health condition, live in the northern Chicagoland area and have reliable transportation.  2. Speakers would need to first interview with our program director, Bri Hoekstra. After the interview with Bri they would go on to interview with a person at NAMI Illinois. 3. Speakers would need to attend a two day in-person training on Saturday, July 13th and Sunday, July 14th from 8 am to 5 pm at NAMI McHenry County in Crystal Lake. There will be other trainings, but this is first date that is concrete. There will be others if the speaker is unable to attend this one. To set up an interview with Bri they would need to go to: https://lnkd.in/geQ-DcT6 In return speakers would receive: 1. $200 stipend for the two-day training. After completion of training. 2. Stipend for food and lodging if needed under grant terms for training. 3. Paid opportunities to speak would be $50 per presentation. Example being - Niles West School and speaker is available for 9 periods that is 9 presentations, and you would be paid then $450 for the day, This is an exception not necessarily the rule. 4. A way to tell their own personal story and spread awareness about mental health conditions and the stigma that prevents people from seeking help. Please send interested parties to the Calendly link https://lnkd.in/gsNEuxjH

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