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Shirley Wu: Investing for a More Robust and Inclusive Economy in New York City

Dec 06, 2023 Posted by: Sujit Kunte NY,  SDG 1,  SDG 10,  SDG 11,  SDG 13,  SDG 3,  SDG 8,  Shirley Wu,  USA
Shirley Wu: Investing for a More Robust and Inclusive Economy in New York City
Shirley: It’s great to be here, Spiffy! The Partnership Fund for NYC's goal is to lead NYC toward a stronger, more inclusive future. We invest in innovative entrepreneurs who are contributing to a more robust and inclusive economy in NYC. Our investments focus on two categories. First, expanding opportunity—we prioritize initiatives that create jobs and support social entrepreneurship, particularly in disadvantaged neighborhoods. Second, sparking innovation—we facilitate the growth of emerging industries so that NYC is at the forefront of innovation, remains a hub for exceptional talent, and is positioned for the future.

Laura Medina: Ensuring Every Kid Can Engage in Safe and Healthy Play

Nov 09, 2023 Posted by: George Romar Laura Medina Quintanar,  San Francisco,  SDG 3
Laura Medina: Ensuring Every Kid Can Engage in Safe and Healthy Play
Laura: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Recess time offers children opportunities to build and practice communication skills, cooperation, sharing, problem solving, perseverance, self-control, and conflict resolution. But, if the elements of high quality recess are not in place, many challenges can get in the way of the benefits of play. For example, children are excluded, play is too unsafe, and conflicts escalate. These challenges on the playground can then negatively impact students' experience and performance in the classroom. 

Max Otto Roller: Striving to Ensure a Better Life for Refugees

Oct 12, 2023 Posted by: Sujit Kunte Argentina,  Max Otto Roller,  SDG 10,  SDG 11,  SDG 16,  SDG 17,  SDG 2,  SDG 3,  SDG 4,  SDG 5,  SDG 8
Max Otto Roller: Striving to Ensure a Better Life for Refugees

Max: It’s great to be here, Spiffy! Our mission is to address the challenge of providing life-saving support and protecting the rights of refugees, asylum-seekers, and stateless individuals who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, or other crises. We strive to ensure their safety, dignity, and access to essential resources.