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I recently did a voice over for an inspiring message by Nkosana George Mazibisa on the critical role of youth in driving transformative change. Let's invest in their potential through education, skills development, and mentorship, creating a brighter future together. #YouthEmpowerment #TransformativeChange #AdventistMission"

💌 Lessons I learned from my inspiring Omma (grandmother), who touched countless lives My incredible grandmother, who passed away last week at the age of 92, left behind a legacy far greater than most. She wasn't a CEO or a celebrity, but her impact on her community is undeniable. Let me tell you about the woman who: 1. Built a school from scratch: Witnessing the plight of refugees, she co-founded a primary school, nurturing young minds until it was adopted by the government. She retired as the principal of school. That school thrives to this day! 2. Fostered culture and resilience: She didn't stop there. Omma helped establish several cultural institutions, keeping the spirit of her community alive. 3. Empowered through collaboration: Recognizing the need for affordable essentials, she established a local cooperative store, empowering members through shared ownership and profits. Though it closed during difficult times, its impact lives on. 4. Shared her voice with the world: A gifted writer, her words graced magazines and newspapers, inspiring countless others. But beyond the impressive achievements, her most valuable lessons resonated deep within me: 1️⃣ Empathy fuels impact: She listened deeply, understanding the needs of her community before taking action. This core value led to interventions that truly made a difference. 2️⃣ Lifelong learning fuels greatness: Omma was an insatiable reader, constantly seeking knowledge and growth. This fueled her ability to adapt and innovate. 3️⃣ Community is the foundation: She never built alone. Collaboration and inclusivity were at the heart of everything she did, ensuring sustainability and shared success. Omma may be gone, but her spirit lives on in the countless lives she touched. Her story is a powerful reminder that anyone, with passion, empathy, and a commitment to learning and community, can leave a lasting impact. #legacy #impact #community #education #empathy #lifelonglearning #inspiration Sarthak Roy P.S. Share your stories of inspiring individuals in the comments! Let's celebrate the quiet heroes who make our world a better place.

Get to know Bellberry – our four pillars of activity Bellberry’s organisational structure has four pillars to support the delivery of our long term strategic plan. Our Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) Operations pillar is led by Director of Operations, Jerneen Williams. This pillar of activity is at the core of what we do, and with an HREC member community of 150 members across Australia and New Zealand, we strive for excellence in scientific and ethical review and review services. Trina O'Donnell heads up our Strategic Projects pillar. This pillar focuses on developing new products and services that support and improve the excellence of scientific and ethical review and the delivery of research. Our Research, Policy and Advocacy pillar activity is led by Director Leanne Weekes. As an independent organisation, Bellberry is well positioned to support the enhancement of excellence in research through policy development, advocacy and research. An example of this work was the International Scientific Congress hosted by Bellberry in Adelaide in June 2023. This event brought together a global delegation from over 20 nations across a range of stakeholder groups, to discuss the issue of a gap in funded access to promising medicines where there has been accelerated regulatory approval. The workshop outcome was the development of an agreed statement of good practice, guidelines on approaches and a clear agreement on required next steps to make a difference. The full report from this Congress can be viewed here: https://lnkd.in/gr5dEEem Philanthropic Activities, our other pillar of work, is under the leadership of Dr Lisa Eckstein. As an organisation that reinvests its surplus funds into Australian medical research, we are constantly examining how we can make the best contribution to our community. Our flagship program is the prestigious 5-year Bellberry-Viertel Fellowship awarded each year to a promising mid-career researcher. Every year we fund people, projects and direct action through our philanthropic activities, improving the health of humankind with high level research.     #bellberry20years #clinicaltrials #researchethics #policy #advocacy #philanthropy

Great things happening at Workforce Development Center in our Biotechnology department!!! Our valuable instructors and diverse student population is the backbone to increasing the talent pool for industries like Novo Nordisk and Grifols!!! #Biotechnology #Emerson #DeltaV #Biopharma #Biomanufacturing #LifeSciences #careers #therapeutics #pharmaceutical #workforce #development #workforcedevelopment #AdvancedTechnologies #JCCBiotech #JoCo #Proud #Curriculum #ContinuingEducation #ConEd

In a world with so many pressing issues, how do you steer the conversation to include the Southeast Asian perspective? Rennta Chrisdiana, is taking that step by representing the Equity Initiative on the Global Atlantic Fellows Advisory Board (GFAB)! GFAB’s role at the Atlantic Institute is to help shape programming, communications, and decision-making. We asked Rennta about why she wanted to join:  Why did you apply to be part of GFAB?  GFAB can help bridge EI Fellows’ perspectives to the Atlantic Institute to amplify their voice, needs, and also their ideas, resources, and contributions for the Global Atlantic Fellows communities.     How do you think being in GFAB will help you, our EI community, or Atlantic?  The Equity Initiative and the Atlantic Fellows have given me a sense of home, and a safe and secure place for me to grow. I want to be an active member of the family and give back to this community, and that’s why I applied for GFAB.   How do you foresee EI and Atlantic becoming more integrated in the future?  As Equity Initiative Fellows, we can wear 2 hats- as Equity Initiative Fellows as well as Atlantic Fellows. As Equity Initiative Fellows, we can focus on collaborating on national and regional issues in Southeast Asia, and as Atlantic Fellows, we can focus on global issues. As the world becomes more interdependent on each other, local, regional, and global need to be more integrated to achieve our shared goals for fairer, healthier, more inclusive societies.  If you want to know more about being an EI Fellow and an Atlantic Fellow, Rennta will speak more about this at the Online Open House pt. 2 REGISTER NOW ---> https://lnkd.in/ga3bxqHt

Last week, I had the opportunity to attend a fantastic event thanks to the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association. The Fireside Chat was an engaging conversation between two leaders from Bristol Myers Squibb - Adam Lenkowsky (Chief Commercial Officer) and Wendy Bartie (SVP of U.S. Oncology and Hematology). Their conversation covered everything from both of their career journeys to the importance of advocacy, navigating inclusion in the workplace, and personal growth. Here are some of my favorite takeaways from their conversation: 💯 Authenticity is important - it can be exhausting to try to be someone you're not, so embrace who you are. 🫱🏽🫲🏼 Building relationships both in and beyond your immediate organization is essential. 🚀 Be excellent, take calculated risks, and be "political" (as in, understand how organizations work and build relationships) 🧠 There are 3 kinds of mentors - "cheerleader mentor," "trusted truth-teller," and "the oracle" 📢 Call out exclusionary behavior, and engage in "microlifts" (vs "microagressions") Having been on the volunteering and organizing end of these types of events, I can imagine the level of work that went into it. I am so thankful to the BMS and #HBACNJ teams who put so much work into orchestrating such an impactful gathering. And always a pleasure to see fellow HBA friends! Here's to embracing our true selves, believing in our potential, and supporting each other's journeys! #Empowerment #BelieveInYourself #HBAImpact

Duree Ross lays out the keys to success in the cannabis industry. There are no shortcuts. You Have To stay to date on policy, research, and trends. You have to attend webinars, podcasts, expos and networking events. You Have To Be Present! We are all going in the same direction, with the same goals, the paths are varied. The journey is less of a struggle when you are surrounded about like-mined people. Find your group, tribe, or people! #dureeross #dureenandco #womencultivatingsuccess #womenscannabischamberofcommerce https://lnkd.in/gBW6CUvZ

💥Tomorrow is the LAST DAY to apply for Life Science Washington Institute 's Washington Competes and SBIR/STTR Matching Fund Grants! Applications are due tomorrow at 4:00 PM!💥 These grants aim to expand the pipeline of diverse and early-stage companies located throughout Washington. Each grant program can award up to ten $25,000 awards to Washington-based life sciences companies. Washington Competes is open to all Washington-based life sciences companies but will prioritize companies outside of King County, as well as companies that are women-owned or socially or economically disadvantaged. The SBIR/STTR Matching Fund focuses on supporting companies outside of King County where SBIR/STTR awards have been less common. All applicants will receive a GAP Analysis and access to pro bono consulting. Apply for Washington Competes here: https://lnkd.in/gC32kc8A Apply for the SBIR/STTR Matching Fund here: https://lnkd.in/g2_DfKH8 #LifeScienceWashington #LSWInstitute #Grants #GrantFunding #WashingtonState #SBIR #STTR

Share your ideas to empower mature PMEs in their careers! A BIG Thank You to the good people who responded to my post last week with ideas to empower mature PMEs. In today's dynamic workplace, the value of experience cannot be overstated. Yet, older professionals often find themselves sidelined, victims of age discrimination and corporate biases that overlook their vast contributions. This is not just a loss for these individuals but a significant missed opportunity for society and the economy. Let’s challenge the status quo and create a more inclusive job market where expertise and wisdom are celebrated assets. Inside every older professional is a younger person asking: “What happened? Where did time go?” The sense of loss is best summarized in a quote I saw on an old Scottish castle: “We are the dead. Short days ago we lived. Felt sunset glow. Loved and were loved. Now we lie In Flanders fields.” We are calling on you to share innovative ideas and solutions to empower older professionals. Whether it's developing platforms for matching seasoned workers with companies that value their experience, creating mentorship programs that leverage their knowledge, or advocating for policies that promote age diversity in hiring, your ideas can spark meaningful conversations and changes! Together, we can break down barriers and build a future where talent and experience are the ultimate qualifications. We will all grow old one day. Why not be a pioneer in this new game where old can really be gold? TGIMonday! #nojobnosweat #whynotyou