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The American Library Association actively defends the right of library users to read, seek information, and speak freely as guaranteed by the First Amendment. . Diversity Diversity is a fundamental value of the Association and its members, and is reflected in its commitment to recruiting people of color and people with disabilities to the profession and to the promotion and development of library collections and services for all people. Diversity Brochure Education and Continuous Learning The Association provides opportunities for the professional development and education of librarians, library staff, and trustees; it promotes continuous, lifelong learning for all people through library and information services of all types. Intellectual Freedom Intellectual freedom is a basic right in a democratic society and a core value of the library profession.
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Fortune 1000 corporate leaders may use this resource to find the people they need in today's business climate. . Believing that people with disabilities bring value to the workplace, Consortium partners will provide the leadership necessary to infuse effective employment practices for workers with disabilities in our global economy. Able to Work is a consortium of business leaders focused on facilitating a fundamental shift in attitudes and awareness about the employability of people with disabilities. Demonstrate successful employment strategies and best practices. |
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Marriott Foundation For the majority of youth with disabilities, unemployment or underemployment will yield unfulfilled dreams, unmet potential and lives which are less than what they could be. Meanwhile, businesses struggle in this challenging economy with the 'lifeblood issue' of finding and retaining a skilled work force. Enter the Marriott Foundation for People with Disabilities and "Bridges . Since 1990, Bridges has placed more than 3,000 youth with over 1,150 employers in five metropolitan areas. "Since 1989 the Marriott Foundation has been rolling up its sleeves and getting involved. |
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In early 2000 Muslim-Christian tensions have exploded in Kaduna - that part of Nigeria in which the bishop lives. It would be worth praying for all those caught up in the Nigerian conflict. Stephen Liggins "About 450 people have been killed in Muslim-Christian violence in Kaduna, Nigeria. Rioting began after Muslims attacked a peaceful Christian demonstration against the imposition of Sharia (Islamic) law by Kaduna state. Two other northern Nigerian states had earlier implemented Sharia. |
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