People from across the county turned out for the third annual Senior Celebration in the Park.
By Dan Nephin | May 12, 2011
Seniors citizens from across Allegheny County enjoyed one of the nicest days of the year at South Park on Wednesday as they took part in the third annual Senior Celebration in the Park.
The day included dancing, information booths, caricature painting, games and prizes and featured an "American Idol" styled Celebration Idol contest.
The winner, Russell Bowe, of Homewood, won a recording contract at Ya Momz House recording studio for his rendition of "My Girl" by The Temptations.
People came from the county's Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging senior centers.
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield; the Dignity and Respect Campaign; Fifth Third Bank, various county departments and other organizations were involved.
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Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Dignity and Respect in the News!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
April 28, 2011
Onorato Announces Third Annual “Senior Celebration in the Park”
PITTSBURGH — Allegheny County Executive Dan Onorato today announced the Third Annual “Senior Celebration in the Park” will be held at the South Park Fairgrounds from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 11. The celebration is part of Older Americans Month, which was first proclaimed by President John F. Kennedy in 1963.
“We are proud to acknowledge and pay tribute to the older adults in Allegheny County for enriching and strengthening our community,” said Onorato. “Seniors are our one of our greatest community resources and serve as role models for younger generations. This event will provide attendees with free health screenings, live entertainment, prizes, resources and a day of fun.”
Morning refreshments and enhanced boxed lunches will be provided at no cost to attendees. ACCESS Transportation will provide free rides to the event from all 58 Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging senior centers in Allegheny County. Additionally, accessible parking will be available in designated areas. Free shuttles will transport seniors from the parking areas to main exhibits and activities at the celebration. Seniors are encouraged to wear adequate sun protection.
This year’s theme is “Back to the Swingin’ ’60s” and will open with a spectacular dove release by the National Aviary. Participants will enjoy: early 1960s music and memorabilia; live music by the Pittsburgh Doo Wop Big Band; line-dancing lead by Pittsburgh’s dancing D.J., Roland Ford; and a “Celebration Idol” contest.
“We are pleased to have an opportunity to share information about the programs and services available in Allegheny County in such a fun and entertaining venue,” said Allegheny County Department of Human Services Director Marc Cherna. “We anticipate more than 2,500 seniors will once again participate in this day of recognition.”
Advanced registration is required through any DHS Area Agency on Aging senior center or by calling the DHS Event Line at 412-350-3428. The registration deadline is May 4.
Senior Celebration in the Park is made possible through the generosity of Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Dignity and Respect Campaign, Fifth Third Bank, DHS Area Agency on Aging, and the County’s departments of parks, public works and special events.
For more information, visit www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/seniorcelebration .
April 28, 2011
Onorato Announces Third Annual “Senior Celebration in the Park”
PITTSBURGH — Allegheny County Executive Dan Onorato today announced the Third Annual “Senior Celebration in the Park” will be held at the South Park Fairgrounds from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 11. The celebration is part of Older Americans Month, which was first proclaimed by President John F. Kennedy in 1963.
“We are proud to acknowledge and pay tribute to the older adults in Allegheny County for enriching and strengthening our community,” said Onorato. “Seniors are our one of our greatest community resources and serve as role models for younger generations. This event will provide attendees with free health screenings, live entertainment, prizes, resources and a day of fun.”
Morning refreshments and enhanced boxed lunches will be provided at no cost to attendees. ACCESS Transportation will provide free rides to the event from all 58 Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging senior centers in Allegheny County. Additionally, accessible parking will be available in designated areas. Free shuttles will transport seniors from the parking areas to main exhibits and activities at the celebration. Seniors are encouraged to wear adequate sun protection.
This year’s theme is “Back to the Swingin’ ’60s” and will open with a spectacular dove release by the National Aviary. Participants will enjoy: early 1960s music and memorabilia; live music by the Pittsburgh Doo Wop Big Band; line-dancing lead by Pittsburgh’s dancing D.J., Roland Ford; and a “Celebration Idol” contest.
“We are pleased to have an opportunity to share information about the programs and services available in Allegheny County in such a fun and entertaining venue,” said Allegheny County Department of Human Services Director Marc Cherna. “We anticipate more than 2,500 seniors will once again participate in this day of recognition.”
Advanced registration is required through any DHS Area Agency on Aging senior center or by calling the DHS Event Line at 412-350-3428. The registration deadline is May 4.
Senior Celebration in the Park is made possible through the generosity of Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Dignity and Respect Campaign, Fifth Third Bank, DHS Area Agency on Aging, and the County’s departments of parks, public works and special events.
For more information, visit www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/seniorcelebration .
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
D&R on WPXI!
Set your DVR! The Dignity and Respect Campaign is going to be highlighted on WPXI - Impact
Program will air: This Saturday(4/23) at 5:30am on Channel 11 or WPXI, Sunday (4/24) at 1:30pm PCNC, Tuesday (4/26) at 3:30pm PCNC.
Featuring Community Partners:
- Melanie Harrington CEO, Vibrant Pittsburgh & Chair, Dignity & Respect Campaign - Pittsburgh,
- Jennifer Roupe Director of Communications, Shadyside Academy
Connect with the D&R Campaign and see photos from the taping on Facebook!
Monday, April 4, 2011
D&R at Linkage Summit on Leading Diversity
April 4th - 6th, the Dignity and Respect Campain is a sponsor of the Linkage Summit on Leading Diversity! Now in its 12th year, the Leading Diversity Summit is the nation’s premiere diversity event and plays an integral role in creating and sustaining inclusive work environments that enable organizations to operate more effectively in a global marketplace. Linkage prides itself on the quality and depth of the program and remains committed to showcasing a collection of the most vital tools, strategies, and best practices available in the diversity field.
"If professionals could only attend one conference on diversity and inclusion, Linkage’s summit would be the only one I recommend. " - Manager, Diversity Consulting and Inclusion Strategies, Toyota Motor Sales
Sunday, January 2, 2011
News from the Dignity and Respect Campaign!
As we look forward to the unlimited possibilities that the new year brings, it's important that we take time to reflect on all that we've done to make a difference in our homes, schools, workplaces, and communities in 2010.
This year the Dignity and Respect pledge count has exceeded 30,000 and continues to grow each day. Our efforts have touched individuals, students, and organizations alike, by engaging them in everything from the D&R Champion Initiative to the D&R Fall Festival. We have also selected new council leadership who will continue to drive our mission forward and help us to reach our goals throughout the new year. We encourage each of you to continue practicing tip #30 and Be a Champion of Dignity and Respect.
Please accept our sincere thank you for your support in 2010 and we look forward to continuing this work together in 2011. Until then, have a safe, happy, and healthy New Year!
Melanie Harrington - Chair, D&R Campaign Council - Pittsburgh
Shari Manges - Vice-chair, D&R Campaign Council - Pittsburgh
Dawnita Wilson - D&R Campaign Manager - Pittsburgh
Get Involved!
Join us in promoting Dignity & Respect!
D&R Pledge Drive - University of Pittsburgh
January 10-14, 2011
Various Times
University of Pittsburgh Campus (Oakland)
4200 5th Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Annual MLK Day of Service - UPMC/D&R Council Pittsburgh
January 17, 2011
9 am - 3 pm
The Boys & Girls Club of Duquesne
29 N. 3rd Street, Duquesne, PA 15110
The Black and White Reunion -13th Annual Summit Against Racism
January 22, 2011
9 am - 3 pm
East Liberty Presbyterian Church
116 S. Highland Avenue, 15206
For more upcoming events,click here. For additional information contact us via phone at 412.864.3582 or email us at CampaignManager@DignityandRespectCampaign.com
This year the Dignity and Respect pledge count has exceeded 30,000 and continues to grow each day. Our efforts have touched individuals, students, and organizations alike, by engaging them in everything from the D&R Champion Initiative to the D&R Fall Festival. We have also selected new council leadership who will continue to drive our mission forward and help us to reach our goals throughout the new year. We encourage each of you to continue practicing tip #30 and Be a Champion of Dignity and Respect.
Please accept our sincere thank you for your support in 2010 and we look forward to continuing this work together in 2011. Until then, have a safe, happy, and healthy New Year!
Melanie Harrington - Chair, D&R Campaign Council - Pittsburgh
Shari Manges - Vice-chair, D&R Campaign Council - Pittsburgh
Dawnita Wilson - D&R Campaign Manager - Pittsburgh
Get Involved!
Join us in promoting Dignity & Respect!
D&R Pledge Drive - University of Pittsburgh
January 10-14, 2011
Various Times
University of Pittsburgh Campus (Oakland)
4200 5th Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Annual MLK Day of Service - UPMC/D&R Council Pittsburgh
January 17, 2011
9 am - 3 pm
The Boys & Girls Club of Duquesne
29 N. 3rd Street, Duquesne, PA 15110
The Black and White Reunion -13th Annual Summit Against Racism
January 22, 2011
9 am - 3 pm
East Liberty Presbyterian Church
116 S. Highland Avenue, 15206
For more upcoming events,click here. For additional information contact us via phone at 412.864.3582 or email us at CampaignManager@DignityandRespectCampaign.com
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Dignity and Respect Fest brings inclusion and multiculturalism to the multitudes
reposted from PopCity...
http://www.popcitymedia.com/forgood/dignityrespectfest092910.aspx?utm_campaign=Why+I+Moved+to+Pittsburgh.+Twice.&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=VerticalResponse&utm_term=Dignity+and+Respect+Fest+brings+inclusion+and+multiculturalism+to+the+multitudescampaign
Dignity and Respect Fest brings inclusion and multiculturalism to the multitudes
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
UPMC's workplace inclusion program has now gone from an internal effort to a community-wide, free Dignity and Respect Fall Festival set for Oct. 16 at Schenley Plaza in Oakland."We are planning for it to be an annual event," says Dawnita Wilson, who is program director of inclusion initiatives at UPMC's Center for Inclusion and manager of the Center's Dignity and Respect Campaign.
The Campaign began in 2008 with UPMC employees pledging their support for inclusion in their workplace. Employee groups devised 30 tips to help with the effort, from simple courtesies to being open, flexible and "culturally competent.""Dignity and respect to them meant these small little behaviors that we lose sight of on a day-to-day basis – things we learn when we are young," notes Wilson.
The Campaign then became a wider initiative last year, gaining 60 community partners who spearheaded a literal pledge drive – 5,000 people throughout the area pledged to honor the Campaign's goals of fostering multiculturalism and diversity.
The Campaign also offers a monthly Dignity and Respect Champion Award, most recently to Barbara Murock, a county behavioral-health specialist who works toward better health-care policy for vulnerable groups. This year's festival, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., will celebrate those same principles – and offer some fun, including rock climbing by Venture Outdoors, multicultural entertainment from UMOJA African Arts Company and lion dancers/kung fu artists Steel Dragon, alongside games, health and educational information and other free stuff.
For more information, call 412-864-3582 or click here to e-mail.
Writer: Marty Levine
Source: Dawnita Wilson, UPMC Center for Inclusion
http://www.popcitymedia.com/forgood/dignityrespectfest092910.aspx?utm_campaign=Why+I+Moved+to+Pittsburgh.+Twice.&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=VerticalResponse&utm_term=Dignity+and+Respect+Fest+brings+inclusion+and+multiculturalism+to+the+multitudescampaign
Dignity and Respect Fest brings inclusion and multiculturalism to the multitudes
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
UPMC's workplace inclusion program has now gone from an internal effort to a community-wide, free Dignity and Respect Fall Festival set for Oct. 16 at Schenley Plaza in Oakland."We are planning for it to be an annual event," says Dawnita Wilson, who is program director of inclusion initiatives at UPMC's Center for Inclusion and manager of the Center's Dignity and Respect Campaign.
The Campaign began in 2008 with UPMC employees pledging their support for inclusion in their workplace. Employee groups devised 30 tips to help with the effort, from simple courtesies to being open, flexible and "culturally competent.""Dignity and respect to them meant these small little behaviors that we lose sight of on a day-to-day basis – things we learn when we are young," notes Wilson.
The Campaign then became a wider initiative last year, gaining 60 community partners who spearheaded a literal pledge drive – 5,000 people throughout the area pledged to honor the Campaign's goals of fostering multiculturalism and diversity.
The Campaign also offers a monthly Dignity and Respect Champion Award, most recently to Barbara Murock, a county behavioral-health specialist who works toward better health-care policy for vulnerable groups. This year's festival, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., will celebrate those same principles – and offer some fun, including rock climbing by Venture Outdoors, multicultural entertainment from UMOJA African Arts Company and lion dancers/kung fu artists Steel Dragon, alongside games, health and educational information and other free stuff.
For more information, call 412-864-3582 or click here to e-mail.
Writer: Marty Levine
Source: Dawnita Wilson, UPMC Center for Inclusion
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