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Lessons from 2023 VAD Academy: Systemic Racism is a Root Cause of Vacant Properties

Center for Community Progress

Over the course of two days, participants of the 2023 VAD Academy learned everything from the basics of what causes vacancy and abandonment and the foundations of community revitalization to advanced legal, policy, and practice tools that can help neighborhoods turn vacant spaces into vibrant places.

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AWS Partner Kokomo24/7 transforms Los Angeles Unified School District’s health data system in one year

AWS Public Sector Blog

Enter Kokomo24/7 , a health and safety software education technology (EdTech) platform committed to creating safer schools and communities. Providing ongoing support and innovation On July 31, 2023, just over one year after LAUSD awarded Kokomo the new contract, LAUSD transferred its tracking and data systems to the Kokomo solution.

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A 21st-Century Education in Ohio Prisons

GovLoop

Prison education correlates with reduced recidivism. Connected Education Education has long been a priority for ODRC, which has 30-plus-year relationships with colleges and offers a robust selection of technical training programs, literacy education and three paths to a high school diploma. The number drops to 5.6%

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STEAM-empowered: AWS launches new skills and education programs to inspire cloud-curious students and empower girls, women across Virginia and beyond

AWS Public Sector Blog

Although tech’s “next big thing” seems to change moment to moment, two things remain constant: the increasing demand for cloud computing, and the need to inspire and educate the next generation of tech-savvy students to evolve and support it.

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How East Central Ohio ESC supports student success and saves schools thousands of dollars with AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

Career and Technology Education (CTE) programs like architecture, design, and digital editing can require significant computing power and high-end graphics cards. The East Central Ohio Educational Service Center (East Central Ohio ESC) addresses this issue for central east Ohio schools by using Amazon Web Services (AWS).

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Community Progress Calls on FHA to Improve Access to Rehab Mortgages

Center for Community Progress

On April 17, 2023, the Center for Community Progress submitted a response to the Federal Housing Administration (FHA)’s Request for Information (RFI) Regarding Rehabilitation Mortgages. These conversations led to the following recommendations: The 203(k) program needs more education and direct outreach.

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Electronic waste: Blockchain improves customer experience and drives sustainability

Open Access Government - Technology News

million metric tons generated in 2019 alone. Blockchain can enable more efficient and environmentally friendly recycling programs, ensuring that electronic waste is disposed of properly According to the United Nations, electronic waste has become the world’s fastest-growing domestic waste stream, with approximately 53.6