You Are Invited TO ATTEND THE International Women Achievers’ Awards March 5 2016

 IWAA 2016 theme: Global Awareness to POSITIVE BODY IMAGE for women and young girls.International Women Achievers’ Awards will consider the role played by women in community development, 18 prominent women achievers were selected to receive the International Women Achievers’ Awards (IWAA) in the year 2016. The awards will be given to them during the IWAA Night scheduled for 6 pm on March 05, 2016 at the Jamaican Canadian Association, 995 Arrow Road, Toronto, Ontario. The 2016 Awards will be dedicated to Global awareness to POSITIVE BODY IMAGE for women and young women.

IWAA is held during the International Women’s month of March. It celebrates and honours the accomplishments and contributions of women in world-wide community development. Women who have excelled in different spheres of life…

The Mission of the International Women Achievers’ Awards (IWAA), established in 2009 is to acknowledge and honor the accomplishments and contributions of women in world-wide community development. IWAA usually holds during the International Women’s month, to acknowledge and honor women who have excelled in different spheres of life. The ceremony underscores the paramount role played by women in society while appreciating their attitudes, initiatives, will-power and perseverance. These are women who have distinguished themselves as prominent citizens in the various field of endeavor.

The purpose of IWAA is to empower young women, so they too can reach their goals. The IWAA brings together women from across the globe and recognizes their accomplishments.

IWAA is a production of Princess Promotion Enterprise. Princess M. Boucher is the President/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Princess Promotion Enterprise and Princess Fae Peer Mediation Centre (PFPMC). A former candidate for Brampton City Councilor, Princess is involved in many community developments and humanitarian projects including youth, women, and seniors.

Princess is an original promoter, always a lover of the field of entertainment, and she dedicates her time and knowledge to promoting and producing top quality entertainment, by adding her own unique touch to build the new era.

Saturday, March 05, 2016 the INTERNATIONAL WOMEN ACHIEVERS' AWARDS, to be held at Jamaican Canadian Association, 995 Arrow Road, Toronto, ON at 6:00 pm (VIP Reception) and 7:00 pm Award Ceremony.

MARCH 5th, 2016 is just  a few days away  Please call Princess M Boucher now to secure your ticket. call now 647 618 8596 

Visit www.iwaawards.com

 for details and to see the 2016 recipients. Your support is highly appreciated.

For more info, please contact...Brandy Skinner Project Manager at 

416-917-8530/ iwaawards2016@gmail.com

Princess Boucher-Founder at 647-618-8596
princessb@princesspromotionent.org

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You Are Invited to INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY on MARCH 6 2016

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2016  will be celebrated  on MARCH 6  2016  A Celebration of Women™ Foundation Inc. will be hosting a superb day of amazing sharing from the heart. Read all details through link below! Amazing Speakers! Lots of Door Prizes, Surprise & Delights and more ... LIMITED SEATING - ACT 



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THEME: "A Woman’s World … is an Inside Job! 

DATE: MARCH 6, 2016

Please note: REGISTRATION: 10 AM – 11 AM

TIME: 11 AM – 6 PM
VENUE:
The Hard Rock Cafe, 279 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5B 1N8
TICKETS: $40 ONLINE or $60 at the Door
( including The Hard Rock Cafe LUNCH)

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2:30 -4:00 ish SPEAKERS
4-6 NETWORKING

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2016, A Celebration of Women™ Foundation Inc. will be hosting a superb day of amazing sharing from the heart. Below is a peek at our speakers for your enjoyment.

THE SKY’S THE LIMIT – Our first female Tactical Flight Officer, Constable Mina Rahravan

When Constable Mina Rahravan goes to work, she has a different view of the world. And it’s not just because she spends most of her day hundreds of feet above the ground. Rahravan patrols York Region from an altitude of 500 to 1,000 feet as the first female Tactical Flight Officer for York Regional Police.
Rahravan adopted a broader perspective on life decades ago, while growing up amidst the chaos of war in Tehran, Iran.

“I grew up lacking peace and freedom and I set out to create what was lacking,” Rahravan said. Joining York Regional Police officer in 2009, the recruit was affectionately known by her platoon mates as “Ray of Sunshine” for her unwavering positivity

ACTIVIST/AUTHOR: Elizabeth Correia - Six years ago Elizabeth founded Street Projects which provides aid, feeds the hungry, clothes the poor and ministers to those who have lost hope and have been disadvantaged by family and social circumstances. Her motivation to better the streets of Toronto is deeply rooted from her life as a street kid. Elizabeth has dedicated her life to positive girls/women’s development programming. She has chosen to use her story in service of her community and to serve the world.

ACTIVIST/EDUCATOR: Dr. Marlyn Morris PhD; M. Sc (Econ.);LLB; B.A; Dip. Ed; CPC – A multi-skilled, trained and qualified Development Policy and Planning Expert , An Educator/Trainer, as well as a Legislative Drafter, with a PhD and M. Sc (Econ.) in Planning and Development and Urban Development Planning respectively, from the University College London (UK); a BA (Hons.)-Double Major in Geography and Geology from the University of the West Indies, Jamaica, an LLB (Hons.) from the University of Wolverhampton (UK), a Post Graduate Diploma in Education from the University of the West Indies, Jamaica and a Certificate in Legislative Drafting from Boston University, USA.

ACTIVIST/HUMANITARIAN: Shelly Skinner studied Sexuality studies, Human Relations at Concordia University. Deepen your understanding of the role of human sexuality in society and behaviour by exploring the nature and meaning of sexuality theoretically, creatively and in the context of practical community work. Develop the ability to recognize the ways in which sexuality is manifest in, and affects, culture, social organization and identity.

ACITIVIST/MEDIA PRODUCER: Hodan Nalayeh (Somali: Hodan Naalaye, Arabic: هودان نالايآه) (born 1976) is a Somali media executive, marketing consultant, social activist and entrepreneur. She is the President of the Cultural Integration Agency and the Vice President of Sales & Programming Development of Cameraworks Productions International. Nalayeh has over thirteen years of experience in client management, sales and production in radio and television. She has served as a producer on a number of TV shows, including American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance.

Hodan will be sharing some of her story and enlightening our women on the blessings of ‘Resiliency‘ through finding your own ‘Passion‘ and working it …in this new world of global integration.

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♥ ♥ ♥ … more Surprise & Delights to Come!

EXHIBITORS & SPONSORS - APPLY TODAY :)
EMAIL: acelebrationofwomen@hotmail.com




Take a look at some pictures from last year I had a blast  Exhibiting my table for Women's  Health

This has been you social buzz with Michelle Smith your Health and  Social Advocate stay connected by taking the opportunity to get your free 15 minute health assessment

People with depression are "crazy." The Myth

 

Hello all  It’s your girl JA Nursing here,  “Man flies plane into the Alps”. Let’s go over this story…

People with depression are “crazy”… fact vs. fiction

It all starts with the tragic tale of Andreas Lubitz – a 28-year-old pilot from the German town of Montabaur. It turns out that he had been diagnosed with depression, but  hid  his illness from his employer and colleagues. 

Lubitz certainly did suffer from a severe psychosomatic illness known as “severe subjective burnout syndrome” and severe depression, a source told the German newspaper, Die Welt. However, he had kept this information from his employer. German police had seized prescription drugs that he used to treat his condition while searching his apartment, and The New York Times also reported that.
 Investigators said they found a torn-up sick note for the day of the crash in the home of the German wings pilot who’s believed to have intentionally crashed a plane into the French alps.

CNN Reports: Antidepressants found at home of Germanwings co-pilot Andreas Lubitz

Authorities are trying to determine whether Lubitz’s relationship difficulties with his girlfriend played a role in his apparent decision to initiate the descent into the mountainside, taking 149 passengers and crew to their deaths on Germanwings Flight 9525, the newspaper reported.

 Pilots who work for Lufthansa, Germanwings’ parent company, are required to have medical checkups once a year, and according to his  records, his was not done since July 2014.  Annual checkups do not include mandatory psychological testing.  

More than 350 million people suffer from depression.

 Anxiety disorders often occur together with other medical conditions, such as depression, eating disorders, or substance use problems.

Anxiety disorders are the most common of all mental disorders. About 1 out of every 4 adults has an anxiety disorder sometime in their life and about 1 out of every 10 people currently has an anxiety disorder. They are more common in women and can affect children and adults.
Many people misunderstand these disorders and think they can get over them on their own (i.e., without treatment). This is usually not the case. Fortunately, there are many treatments available today to help.

But when anxiety becomes persistent and interferes with the ability to cope and disrupts daily life, the person may have an anxiety disorder. There are several types of anxiety disorders. They include:

• panic attack or panic disorder (sudden anxiety that occurs without warning) with or without agoraphobia (avoiding specific situations, such as public places or places where crowds gather, from which they can't easily escape)
• specific phobias (many types of intense fear reactions of specific objects or situations, such as fear of spiders, flying, or heights)
• social anxiety or social phobia (fear of being embarrassed in social situations)
• generalized anxiety disorder (general feeling of anxiety most of the time)

Everyone feels sad or down at times, especially after experiencing a disappointment such as not getting the job you interviewed for. However, these feelings of sadness are usually short-lived.
Depression, on the other hand, is a medical condition characterized by long-lasting feelings of intense sadness and hopelessness associated with additional mental and physical changes. Depression can affect someone's personal, social, and professional life.
About 1 in 5 women and 1 in 10 men will suffer from depression at some point in  their life.  Almost 1.5 million Canadians have serious depression at any given time, but less than one-third of these people seek medical help.

 The truth is that most people who are treated manage even serious mental illnesses remarkably well.

 RECAP..........

Depression symptoms 

• Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism
• Feelings of worthlessness, helplessness, or excessive guilt
• Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities that were once enjoyed, including sex
• Social isolation, meaning the sufferer avoids interactions with family or friends
• Insomnia, early morning awakening, or oversleeping
• Decreased appetite and/or weight loss, or overeating and/or weight gain
• Fatigue, decreased energy, being "slowed down"
• Crying spells
• Thoughts of death or suicide, suicide
• Persistently sad, anxious, angry, irritable, or "empty" mood
• attempts
• Restlessness, irritability
• Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
• Persistent physical symptoms that do not respond to treatment, such as headaches, digestive disorders, and/or chronic pain

  

Which jobs do you think should have mandatory psychological testing yearly?

 Leave a comment below...............................

If you think that someone you know is suffering from mental illness, never be afraid to start the conversation that may change their lives for the better! There is help out there – contact me if you have any questions about accessing help.

This has been watching out for your health with Michelle Smith  your Health and Social Advocate

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SNAPD  BraMPTON   Beamax Youth Foundation was proud to present #Notashamed: Mental Health Awareness: Breaking Through The Stigma With Facts, in partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association (Peel) on February 23rd.  READ ARTICLE
https://brampton.snapd.com/event/806306#/

 RESOURCES.........

http://news.nationalpost.com/2015/03/26/germanwings-flight-9525-co-pilot-appeared-to-want-to-destroy-the-plane-prosecutor-says/


 http://www.cnn.com/2015/03/29/europe/france-germanwings-plane-crash-main/


http://www.medicinenet.com/depression/page4.htm


 http://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/depression/types-of-depression

GET YOUR PASS NOW FOR THIS IS YOUR WORLD TOO! FEBRUARY 27 2016

Happy 2016 Mentors and Community Leaders!

Let's welcome 2016 with growth as   This Is Your World Too, Youth Leadership Career Symposium (TIYW),  returns to the Gospel Café on Saturday February 27^th, 2016 ! -Mentors, we welcome your expertise at the 6th Edition BHM, Youth Leadership Career Symposium

At the This Is Your World –Youth Leadership Career Symposium, youth and their parents are invited to a unique round table event where youth (ages 11+) of similar career interest will have the opportunity to engage in in-depth discussions with African Canadian career professionals such as yourself. Our 2016 focus is a Pandora box of all the careers that are impacted by or through   Arts & E.T. |Media & Technology. 

The common denominator and benefits of connecting our youths with black professionals has proven to be a very engaging and empowering experience for our young people. Amongst several other benefits it gives them a sense of knowing that their dreams are possible.

Our Mission is to ensure  & inspire Youths to identify who they are and build self confidence by connecting them with successful role models so that they too can be champions and make constructive contribution to society

                       
Mentors, experience the power of Inter-generational Mentorship when you come out to inspire and mentor the youth on February 27th 2016. The Symposium starts from 10:30am-3:30pm ~a continental breakfast and lunch will be provided for mentors that participate the entire day. 

(The Parade of TIYW Mentors Ceremony @1240hrs) 

Let's mention  a few   of the 38 professionals who have confirmed to mentor @ TIYW2 Youth Career Mentorship Symposium 6th Edition:

Elgon( Lon)Sealy Mechanical engineer 30+ years. Noel John, Veteran Industrial and maintenance Electrician. Michelle Smith ,RPN JA Nursing and Consulting. Andrew Hunter,Athlete,MBA, Youth Mentor.
This unique Round-Table-Interaction between professionals and youth with similiar career interest in priceless!! 

Your child deserves to be there !!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQVE2G813kw With great anticipation we hope you are able to give your time on Saturday February 27th, 2016 

Share your career path with the aspiring black professionals of tomorrow!  

The past 5 year’s would not have been a success without the commitment of several mentors. –Thank you. Please watch the Rogers TV link below...

http://www.rogerstv.com/page.aspx?lid=237&rid=51&sid=4115&gid=91902

Please watch and Share Commercial…

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQVE2G813kw

Together let us transform lives through Mentorship & Scholarships 

 Sincerely,

Garnett Manning, Garnett Manning Youth Leadership Foundation (905)452-4949 | garnett@garnettmanning.com/admin@garnettmanning.com

Sharon Wickham, ATAP Production Canada (Project Manager; Director & Producer 416.904.7427) info@atapproduction.com| www.atapproduction.com

For more information please do not hesitate to contact us. And Remember This Is Your World Too…

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZAPh68Wgio&feature=youtu.be

Get your Passes Today! ~ Sold Out Every Year!

https://vimeo.com/119812624
  

 MESSAGE TO THE MENTORS FROM THE PAST 
 Thank You for the life you live... ! https://vimeo.com/119916304

FIND OUT WHY GIVING BLOOD CAN SAVE A LIFE

first posted July 2 2014

Last year  I was involved in a Fundraiser for Gerdine Graham  Foundation, a fundraiser for Leukemia And we will be doing it  again on March 18, 2016.

My original post  was regarding letting individuals know about the importance of giving blood. Especially at a time when popular Reggae artist J Capri was in urgent need of  blood. 

 J Capri Lost her battle and passed away December 3, 2015,  my prayers are with her  Family AND friends. 

Awareness regarding the importance of donating blood has not been covered well within the Caribbean, and other ethnically diverse Communities.     As your advocate,  I felt it necessary to bring you up to speed on the facts about donating blood. DID YOU KNOW  that there are over 80 diseases that require Blood and stem cells? The goal is to reach  out to our  community  and get you all  involved in a vital process that is needed to help  individuals who require Blood.  I want you to  spread the word about donating blood. What greater gift is there than the gift of life? That’s exactly what every blood donation delivers. Blood and blood products are a critical part of everyday medical care including major surgeries, medical procedures, cancer treatments and managing disease. You can go one step further along with donating blood. You can also  get involved in a critical life-saving initiative called One match.  One match helps individuals that require Stem cell transplants, A variety of diseases and disorders are treated with stem cell transplants, including blood-related diseases such as leukemia, aplastic anemia, and inherited immune system and metabolic disorders  

Leukemia is a cancer of the marrow and blood. There are four main subtypes of leukemia: acute lymphoblastic leukemia, acute myeloid leukemia, chronic lymphocytic leukemia and chronic myeloid leukemia.

Lymphoma is the name for a group of blood cancers that develop in the lymphatic system. The two main types are Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL).  As cited by Leukemia and Lymphoma society. The causes of Leukemia are unknown to medical science at this time. Some people are at greater risk of developing Leukemia than others.  For the most part,  I suggest routine check ups with your Doctor and you should  always take  notice  to  abnormal symptoms in your body that you may feel.  I  encourage everyone at the very least to know what their blood type is.

Quick Fact Everyone has two genes that determine their blood type, it’s passed on from parents to children, just like eye colour. O Negative blood is used in emergency situations, where there is no time to test the patient to determine blood type – that’s why “O Neg” is always in such great demand

People with AB Positive blood are know as the “universal recipient”, as they can receive blood from anyone as cited by Canadian Blood Services.

One Match is an  Initiative that is vital to helping save lives especially for  those with Leukemia. You may be eligible to join if you are between 17 and 35 years old and meet certain health criteria. Because a person's best chance of finding a matching donor is within his or her own ethnic group, it is important that donors reflect Canada's ethnic diversity. It is also important for the future of OneMatch to attract young donors.  However  there are some health problems that could make you ineligible include some heart conditions, cancer, blood diseases, insulin-dependent diabetes, and infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS or hepatitis B and C. There are also height and weight restrictions in place to protect both donors and recipients. People who do not meet the program's height and weight criteria may be at a higher risk when undergoing surgery.  One match is done very simply by swabbing the inside of your cheeks and if you are a match you will be registered to be a donor by the Canadian Blood Services.

I am updating this blog with news about  Davey and the upcoming Gerdine Graham  Leukemia fundraiser. 



You can get involved  as a BUSINESS  by  DONATING SERVICES OR ITEMS AS INCENTIVES TO GET THE YOUTHS OUT TO DO THE SWAB PLEASE CONTACT US. 




















OUR DEEPEST CONDOLESCENCE GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY OF DAVEY ROCHESTER HE LOST HIS BATTLE March 3 2016
 Davey was diagnosed with a rare form of Cancer in October. Adult T-Cell Leukemia Lymphoma, stage 4. This cancer is generally not responsive to chemotherapy or radiation. It is also extremely aggressive. It is in all his lymphs, blood and his cerebral and spinal fluid. We are in a race against time to find Davey a match. Currently Davey is receiving weekly chemo treatments in order to keep this cancer at bay long enough so that we can find him a match and he can have the life saving transplant he needs!Unfortunately there are less than .02% Caribbean people on the registry globally.  

What greater gift is there than the gift of life? That’s exactly what every blood donation delivers. Blood and blood products are a critical part of everyday medical care including major surgeries, medical procedures, cancer treatments and managing disease.

Take a look at how easy One Match can be.

Every Blood Component Has a Job To Do

Whole blood is made of several components that can be transfused separately or together to treat various conditions:

• Red blood cells carry oxygen to tissues and remove carbon dioxide throughout the lungs.
• White blood cells protect the body from infection. (They also, however, can carry viruses and bacteria—which is why they are removed from donated blood.)
• Platelets provide the basis for clotting, which helps control bleeding.
• Plasma is a liquid containing proteins that help fight infection and assist clotting. Plasma distributes nutrients to tissues and transports waste products to the lungs, liver and kidneys.

Regardless of type, blood is always in high demand for cancer patients, accident victims, Sickle Cell patients and transplant recipients




This has been your health buzz with Michelle Smith your health and social advocate.I can be reached by email janursingservices@gmail.com





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http://globalnews.ca/news/1444639/5-things-to-know-about-donating-blood/

https://www.blood.ca/en/user/register
http://janursing.blogspot.ca/2015/05/the-catch-up-sickle-cell-disease.html

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