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How Baltimore Is Deconstructing Itself—With Local Nonprofit Help

Associations Now

But in Baltimore, a successful anti-blight initiative is helping to highlight how nonprofits can help solve this problem. In other words, Baltimore’s discarded row houses are being reclaimed—especially their wood and bricks, which can be reused in modern-day construction projects.

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Celebrate Women’s History Month with these innovative leaders

Nimble AMS

Angel Baltimore Senior Vice President of Information Technology at the National Apartment Association (NAA) Angel Baltimore is a long time, seasoned association technology leader who has led digital strategy and IT departments at multiple organizations.

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Meetings Forged Ahead Despite Baltimore Unrest

Associations Now

At least two groups went ahead with their planned meetings and conventions in Baltimore last week and this week in spite of a breakout of protests that left the city in a state of emergency. Following a week of protests and tension, Baltimore is seemingly returning to a more normal state of affairs. That was obviously a big concern.”.

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Baltimore Riots: NAACP Denounces Violence, Launches Satellite Office

Associations Now

In the context of violence and looting that shook the very core of Maryland’s largest city, NAACP leaders are working both to address the community’s current concerns about police accountability along with other issues that have been lingering with Baltimore residents for years. Fletcher wrote on Tuesday morning.

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A Behind-the-Scenes Look At Meetings in Baltimore Last Week

Associations Now

This was the case in Baltimore last week as protests broke out over the death of Freddie Gray, who died of spinal injuries while in police custody. They conferred with convention center staff as well as the city’s convention and visitors bureau and the Baltimore police and ultimately decided it was safe to continue with the Summit.

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What one chapter is doing to steer towards DE&I

Mariner Management

As with many chapters, the leadership of PRSA Maryland, which is based in Baltimore, has been looking for a path towards more diversity within its leadership and membership ranks for a while. We are particularly moved by the conversations and actions of PRSA Maryland.

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Conference Circuit: Public Safety Communications

Associations Now

APCO International’s Annual Conference & Expo begins this weekend in Baltimore. Venue: Baltimore Convention Center. City: Baltimore, Maryland. Attendees can stop by the Dog Demo area to see some of the finest canine “officers” in the Baltimore City Police Department’s K9 Unit. Educational sessions: 100. Career focus.