The non-profit community partner that I have done my community service learning hours with is funded by some grants, but most of its funding has come from private donations. The employees of the Day Workers Center Of Mountain View who tend to clerical work were unable to disclose some information regarding their requirements for application or approval system. They may be unaware of the way managerial decisions are made or were uncomfortable disusing private information regarding their employer. My guess is that there is some government assistance provided to keep the center running that would have to meet a particular requirements to guarantee assistance. Other programs of similar nature have quotas to prove their capabilities. However, from a conversation with the center's Director Maria Morraquin she once emphasized how they heavily relied on private donation to maintain the facility up to code.
The Day Workers Center of Mountain View is dealing with a shift in their day to day process. This could also result in a changes in funding if they are unable to meet their purposes. It will be interesting to see what will happen to the organization and how they will manage to stay afloat which I believe they will make happen.
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Thursday, April 14, 2016
Blog #8
Like in every non profit organization grants and private donors are the backbone of each organization. The community project organization The Day Worker Center of Mountain View (DWC) believes in transparency, and provides information about funding on their online website. When one clicks on the link donor, there is a small description informing about their funding. The Day Worker Center has this posted on their page; "The Day Worker Center of Mountain View is a 501(c)3 non-profit that has
been supported by grants from organizations such as the Silicon Valley
Community Foundation, Philanthropic Ventures Foundation, the Zellerbach
Foundation, the Mountain View Voice, the Catholic Campaign For Human
Development (just to name a few), and supporters like you.
Funding from foundations is wonderful but is not something that an
organization can rely on forever.
To survive, we must increase the support we get from individuals like
you.
Can you help us today with an online donation or check?" It seems that the donor system can be partly supporting the DWC to provide assistance and reinforce a Representative Bureaucracy agency for the community they assist. The DWC tries to help an under privileged group of individuals who are trying to find employment that provides a decent wage. They also provide classes that help better prepare their workers to assimilate to the community.
The DWC honors a few Hallmarks that NDNU was created on. The first is Hallmark #2, they honor the dignity and sacredness of each person by providing a secure non-judgmental environment that is intended to empower the individuals who seek refuge at the center. They are accepted regardless of their personal background. Hallmark #3 They educate for and act on behalf of justice and peace in the world (Community). The DWC focuses on providing classes that teach workers about their legal rights and if need be they will intervene to help one of their workers. Hallmark #4 They commit themselves to community service, and Hallmark #6 They create community among those with whom we work and with those we serve. The director of the DWC find purpose in teaching anyone who enters her center about the importance community support can be and is willing to provide hands on experience on developing new bridges allowing all involve to grow and engage emotionally.
The DWC honors a few Hallmarks that NDNU was created on. The first is Hallmark #2, they honor the dignity and sacredness of each person by providing a secure non-judgmental environment that is intended to empower the individuals who seek refuge at the center. They are accepted regardless of their personal background. Hallmark #3 They educate for and act on behalf of justice and peace in the world (Community). The DWC focuses on providing classes that teach workers about their legal rights and if need be they will intervene to help one of their workers. Hallmark #4 They commit themselves to community service, and Hallmark #6 They create community among those with whom we work and with those we serve. The director of the DWC find purpose in teaching anyone who enters her center about the importance community support can be and is willing to provide hands on experience on developing new bridges allowing all involve to grow and engage emotionally.
CP Hours Check-In (part 3)
Feb 26: Power Point project meeting. 3-6pm = 3hrs
Feb 29: Power Point project meeting. 4-6pm = 2hrs
Mar 1: Regrouping to figure out what our new community engagement would be. 8-9am = 1hr
Mar 5: Went to day workers center to meet Maria the director 8am-12pm = 4hrs
Mar 9: During spring break our group met at the library to work out project. 1-4pm = 3hrs
Mar 28: Translated brochures into Spanish. 11am-1pm = 2hrs
Apr 4: Got together to finish items that would be presented to Maria. 11am-1pm = 2hrs
Apr 9: Went to the Day Workers Center met with Maria to evolve our project . 10am-12pm = 2hrs
Apr 14: Meeting to work on recruitment packets. 12-1pm = 1hr
Total On hand Hours : 6 hrs
Total Setup Hours: 14hrs
Feb 29: Power Point project meeting. 4-6pm = 2hrs
Mar 1: Regrouping to figure out what our new community engagement would be. 8-9am = 1hr
Mar 5: Went to day workers center to meet Maria the director 8am-12pm = 4hrs
Mar 9: During spring break our group met at the library to work out project. 1-4pm = 3hrs
Mar 28: Translated brochures into Spanish. 11am-1pm = 2hrs
Apr 4: Got together to finish items that would be presented to Maria. 11am-1pm = 2hrs
Apr 9: Went to the Day Workers Center met with Maria to evolve our project . 10am-12pm = 2hrs
Apr 14: Meeting to work on recruitment packets. 12-1pm = 1hr
Total On hand Hours : 6 hrs
Total Setup Hours: 14hrs
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
NDNU's Call To Action Day
On March 31, 2016 Notre Dame de Namur University took part in discussing the political movement of Black Lives Matter for Call To Action Day. Sensitive topics were addressed relating to race, culture, and privilege. The concept of the day activity was to brake down into groups and create an open safe environment for students to address their perspectives on the matters. The groups were facilitated by students and professors, who had gone through a training session where they learned about the facts that plague our school regarding the disparity between ethnic groups.
The results found in the Campus Climate Survey showed results that are concerning. The disparity between Anglo, Asian, Latinos and Blacks was apparent in the statistics presented to the groups. The Anglo and Asian students claimed that there was little racism on campus. Where the Latino and Black students were on the opposite spectrum with numbers nearing fifty percent.
When students and teachers came together to share what had been discussed in their groups. The students perspectives were voiced, allowing new understandings of what Black Lives Matter to rise to the surface.
Workshops like the one that took place should become more frequent. Students are attending higher education in essence to evolve humanity ability to become educated.
The results found in the Campus Climate Survey showed results that are concerning. The disparity between Anglo, Asian, Latinos and Blacks was apparent in the statistics presented to the groups. The Anglo and Asian students claimed that there was little racism on campus. Where the Latino and Black students were on the opposite spectrum with numbers nearing fifty percent.
When students and teachers came together to share what had been discussed in their groups. The students perspectives were voiced, allowing new understandings of what Black Lives Matter to rise to the surface.
Workshops like the one that took place should become more frequent. Students are attending higher education in essence to evolve humanity ability to become educated.
Monday, February 29, 2016
Community Outreach Program Check-In Part 2
There is nothing better for change than time, and sometimes change can happen overnight. Since thee last check in, the fate of our group has changed. Other members have taken initiative by stepping up to the plate and becoming active participants; as a group we are finding balance. There is a leadership spirit awakening among the group. The concept of the bystander effect is fading, all it took was a reality check, the group has adapted technology to be our best tool of communication, specifically using an app called GroupMe to help facilitate conversation bringing conversation instantly to our cellphones as a group message without having to stress on message delivery of apple or android. Since last week members have taken new roles, and engaged in group meet ups of a few hours, with another one happening early tomorrow morning around 8:00am. We are committed to working together to sail our ship to safety . I am glad to announce that collectively, we have found an organization that is willing to work with us to complete our Community Outreach Project. We look forward to starting our new journey with Day Worker Center of Mountain View.
Monday, February 22, 2016
Community Outreach Program Check-In
As the semester began and I got hold of the syllabus for our State and Local Government class, part of me was excited on taking part of a Community Outreach Project. Ever since childhood my parents made sure that both their daughters became proactive and well rounded individuals. They encouraged us to become leaders while becoming proactive with various community organizations.They believed that engaging with our community would benefit us, developing a strong work ethic, communication skills, empathy, and courage to become independent women in a patriarchal society.
From the moment our community outreach project was assigned, there has been unprecedented obstacles that seem to continue to occur. In the time that I have invested between personal research on Life Moves, and creating spread sheets on Google Drive to help organize fellow students there alone I have invested minimum of 10 hours. Other task that I took on were to establish a line of communication between Maple Street Shelter and our group. Even after sending two emails to our main contact Jessie, with no reply delivered we did not lose faith on completing our mission. Since communication is key when working in a group, I made sure that the group of students assigned, and the professor were always maintained in the loop of our progress, here alone invested roughly 5 hours. If it was not for the assistance of Jade Rosa who has shared the workload we probably would have fallen behind even more. Jade reached out to Bon Appetit, only to find out that the company has a contract with an organization to which they donate their leftovers. Jade attempted to reach out to a former employer, who is also part of the Life Moves organization, only to return empty handed and also receive no reply back to her email. I can only speak on my behalf, desperation is beginning to take over, I am afraid that the lack of organization from outside parties, and the resistance from other members of the group to take on any real responsibility is making this project difficult to manage. One other member of the group has gone rogue, and has decided to sign up with Cake4Kids. After doing some lite research of 2 hours, the objective of organization is to bake birthday cakes at home for foster children ages 5-18. I was unable to get more information pertaining to its relevance to state and local government, and will have to get approval first before following suit with encouraging others to sign up.
From personal reasons I was hesitant to volunteer with Life Moves also formally known as Innvision Shelter Network. I was willing to put my personal grief aside and make the best out of the situation. Unfortunately, do to lack of professionalism from their part I am discouraged from ever partaking or donating to this organization. Regarding the time left to complete the assignment and reach the appropriate milestones that is expected by the due date on the syllabus it is becoming clear that I may need to join another group, only this may be difficult since some of these project require physical labor which I am unable to do, because of medical reasons. The alternative option would be to independently find a volunteer project, only problem that may arise is meeting the deadlines for the upcoming assignments. My best hope is to speak with the professor and pray for the best result. After investing an estimated 17 hours, only to show up empty handed, leaves me fearful for my grade and scared that I may not be able to graduate in May.
From the moment our community outreach project was assigned, there has been unprecedented obstacles that seem to continue to occur. In the time that I have invested between personal research on Life Moves, and creating spread sheets on Google Drive to help organize fellow students there alone I have invested minimum of 10 hours. Other task that I took on were to establish a line of communication between Maple Street Shelter and our group. Even after sending two emails to our main contact Jessie, with no reply delivered we did not lose faith on completing our mission. Since communication is key when working in a group, I made sure that the group of students assigned, and the professor were always maintained in the loop of our progress, here alone invested roughly 5 hours. If it was not for the assistance of Jade Rosa who has shared the workload we probably would have fallen behind even more. Jade reached out to Bon Appetit, only to find out that the company has a contract with an organization to which they donate their leftovers. Jade attempted to reach out to a former employer, who is also part of the Life Moves organization, only to return empty handed and also receive no reply back to her email. I can only speak on my behalf, desperation is beginning to take over, I am afraid that the lack of organization from outside parties, and the resistance from other members of the group to take on any real responsibility is making this project difficult to manage. One other member of the group has gone rogue, and has decided to sign up with Cake4Kids. After doing some lite research of 2 hours, the objective of organization is to bake birthday cakes at home for foster children ages 5-18. I was unable to get more information pertaining to its relevance to state and local government, and will have to get approval first before following suit with encouraging others to sign up.
From personal reasons I was hesitant to volunteer with Life Moves also formally known as Innvision Shelter Network. I was willing to put my personal grief aside and make the best out of the situation. Unfortunately, do to lack of professionalism from their part I am discouraged from ever partaking or donating to this organization. Regarding the time left to complete the assignment and reach the appropriate milestones that is expected by the due date on the syllabus it is becoming clear that I may need to join another group, only this may be difficult since some of these project require physical labor which I am unable to do, because of medical reasons. The alternative option would be to independently find a volunteer project, only problem that may arise is meeting the deadlines for the upcoming assignments. My best hope is to speak with the professor and pray for the best result. After investing an estimated 17 hours, only to show up empty handed, leaves me fearful for my grade and scared that I may not be able to graduate in May.
Case Study: Challenging The California State Constitution
In 2014 there was an initiative pushing for a state division looking to end the existing State of California and
replace it with six new states. When California was seized from Mexico there was a Treaty in 1848 with Mexico relinquishing its territory to the United States. In 1849 California's delegates defined the borders of the state, then in 1850 Congress and President Fillmore allowed California to join the Union as a Free State, discouraging the idea of dividing the state into two. Nine years after becoming part of the union Legislature passed a measure allowing California to become separate territories. Even with voters approval, Congress never moved to separate Southern California. Fast forward into the 1940's and northern territories continued to push for separation from the state finding the same fate their predecessors had. The proposal of 2014 brought a new push to amend California State Constitution, while maintaining its current county borders, but creating a separate state per region. The sates would be known as Jefferson, North California, Central California, Silicon Valley,
West California, and South California.
The proposal of division came with a new set of dilemmas pertaining to State and Local Government disbursement of funds. In the California Constitution it gives the state power to distribute responsibility, holding local government to produce their own local laws. However, the state of California can mandate local government to provide resources to its residents, with there being a reimbursement after from the state to the district. If a division of State were to occur there could be a disruption on a federal and local courts level, making the distribution of state assets and liabilities difficult to asses and distribute accordingly. There was also discussion on how taxing would be implemented, which help fund school districts closing the gap between who receives more financial assistance from the state, Each property tax would depend on the different state, the state that collects less property tax would then help fund the school district. Other concerns were also the distribution of water, federal assistance, land use, and prisons. It is clear that all assets and liabilities will be divided among the states.
There is discussion that this proposal may make it into the 2016 voters ballot. Hypothetically, say it does pass by majority vote, and California does become six new states. Will Congress recognize the decision and move forward finding ways to recognize the new states, while addressing their new set of "state laws". Will there be a new State Constitution or would we continue to recognize what already presently exist? The election of 2016 will come with many changes, but before any real change can take effect getting a better look at the logistics may be in order.
Work Cited
The proposal of division came with a new set of dilemmas pertaining to State and Local Government disbursement of funds. In the California Constitution it gives the state power to distribute responsibility, holding local government to produce their own local laws. However, the state of California can mandate local government to provide resources to its residents, with there being a reimbursement after from the state to the district. If a division of State were to occur there could be a disruption on a federal and local courts level, making the distribution of state assets and liabilities difficult to asses and distribute accordingly. There was also discussion on how taxing would be implemented, which help fund school districts closing the gap between who receives more financial assistance from the state, Each property tax would depend on the different state, the state that collects less property tax would then help fund the school district. Other concerns were also the distribution of water, federal assistance, land use, and prisons. It is clear that all assets and liabilities will be divided among the states.
There is discussion that this proposal may make it into the 2016 voters ballot. Hypothetically, say it does pass by majority vote, and California does become six new states. Will Congress recognize the decision and move forward finding ways to recognize the new states, while addressing their new set of "state laws". Will there be a new State Constitution or would we continue to recognize what already presently exist? The election of 2016 will come with many changes, but before any real change can take effect getting a better look at the logistics may be in order.
Work Cited
- http://www.lao.ca.gov/ballot/2013/130771.aspx
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