The Role of Social Media in Creating and Disseminating Public Policies
Not many things have changed the way the public interacts with the government and vice-versa. Today, one wrong move from the government can send the public into a frenzy. People can dialogue with government officials—elected or appointed—on social media. They can air their grievances on Facebook. They can exchange tweets with public officials on Twitter.
At the Ready: Disaster Preparedness Against Winter Storms
Severe winter storms can be devastating. Aside from the sudden outbreak of a global pandemic, the previous was also defined by the increasing need to address the climate crisis. Some of the most intense wildfires and typhoons ever recorded ravaged different parts of the country in 2020. This drastic increase in the frequency and force
What Happens If You Miss or Fail Your Business’s Fire Safety Inspection?
One of the most basic tasks the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) expects from businesses is to comply with the fire and safety standards. The majority of employers and employees in the U.S. are subject to OSHA’s compliance requirements. Every business establishment is also expected to undergo a fire safety inspection and pass it. If the
Improving Community Health for Better Quality of Life
Community health has always been one of the most important aspects of improving the quality of life for residents. For the local healthcare administrators, the goal is to determine and provide for the needs of the community. The work also involves promoting healthy lifestyles, early detection of health conditions, and safety. There might be no
How Your Nonprofit Organization Can Boost Community Engagement
For a nonprofit organization, establishing a network of community relations is critical to promote their goals and spread awareness. From continued operations, name recognition to community partnerships, each one requires great engagement and support to be done. However, it is imperative to take note that forging community engagement does not happen overnight. It requires a
Government Service: How the U.S. Government Hires Its Employees
Government employees are the lifeline of today’s democracy. Unless we start to see a shift in how the government works, we’ll rely on these daytime heroes to be doing every government function. Without them, many departments in the United States government would not work, and without these departments, the entire country would go down in
Drug Production Can Take 10 Years: Here’s How Nonprofits Can Help Shorten That
Of the millions of diseases in the world, only a few seem to have a corresponding medication. One of the possible reasons is the length of time it takes to produce one. Studies have shown that pharmaceutical companies may need to allocate 10 years to create a viable drug in the market. What are the
For a Brighter Tomorrow: How the Youth can Help Their Community
The young are the future of our world. We have heard this quote so many times, and the reality is that it is true. Currently, there are 1.2 billion youths or those between 15 and 24 years old in our world. They are more active and more capable as they start to reach the peak
Child Development: Encouraging Kids to Desire Continuous Learning
Parents, teachers, and other adults need to work hand-in-hand to provide children with their much-needed support. This way, kids will reach their maximum potential and uncover new skills and knowledge. Unfortunately, some children are simply playful in nature, so teaching them important lessons can be challenging. This is why many parents are trying almost all