Immigration reform is fundamentally important not only to our families but to all New Yorkers, whose neighborhoods are filled with vibrant culture and diversity. We value your commitment to equality and your influence in your community and therefore request your participation at this important forum where we will discuss immigration policies, reform efforts, and impacting legislation in an effort to achieve equality for all.

 During this Forum we will also launch the “G Project” (The Generation Project), which identifies 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd and 4^th generation black immigrants.

Space is limited, so please RSVP right away: (212) 871-6899 or cminier@theblackinstitute.org
Christian Cultural Center please RSVP to Keith White at keith@freeintegrated.com

The Black Institute http://www.theblackinstitute.org/

You’re Invited: The 2014 State of the Union Social

On Tuesday, January 28th, President Obama will deliver his fifth State of the Union address from the Capitol. Here at the White House, we’ll be hosting our third State of the Union Social event — and we want you to join.

This event is an opportunity for our followers on social media to watch President Obama’s State of the Union address live from the White House, and then participate in a panel with senior staff to discuss the vision and policies laid out in the speech.

Find out how you can join us here.

Get Ready: President Obama’s 2014 State of the Union Address

This year there will be more ways than ever to take part in the State of the Union, including a new way to watch the speech and share exclusive graphics with your social networks — and opportunities to discuss President Obama’s remarks with White House officials immediately following the address.

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In the States: Affordable Care Act Enrollment “Soars,” “Spikes,” “Surges” and “Takes Off”

For the first time, as part of the HHS’s regular reporting on enrollment in private health care plans through the Affordable Care Act marketplaces, the department released demographic information on the enrollees, including breakdowns by age.

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Another Step Forward in the Fight against Human Trafficking

Yesterday, as part of the Administration’s ongoing efforts to carry out that pledge, and in recognition of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, the White House released the first-ever Federal Strategic Action Plan on Services for Victims of Human Trafficking in the United States.

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A new wind investment in Texas

It sure is windy in Texas. So windy, in fact, that we’ve made another wind energy investment there. In late December we finalized an agreement to invest $75 million in the Panhandle 2 wind farm in Carson County, outside of Amarillo. The 182MW facility, developed by leading wind developer Pattern Energy Group LP, has the capacity to generate enough renewable energy to power 56,000 U.S. homes. We expect the facility to be operational by the end of 2014.

The future site of Pattern’s Panhandle 2 wind farm

Panhandle 2 is our 15th renewable energy investment overall, and our second in Texas—last year around this time we announced an approximately $200 million investment in the Spinning Spur wind farm. In addition to these two projects, we’re also buying Texas wind from the Happy Hereford wind farm as part of our goal of operating on 100 percent renewable energy.  These efforts reflect our long-standing commitment to renewable energy as both an investor and a consumer.

Sunset at another Pattern facility, Gulf Wind

Let that Texas wind blow!
Posted by Nick Coons, Principal, Renewable Energy

TELL US WHAT INSPIRES YOU Photo: Cassandra Nelson / Mercy Corps TAKE THE SURVEY ▸

Have you thought about how far your kindness can travel?
In recent months, the kindness of Mercy Corps supporters has traveled to the world’s toughest places. In the Philippines, they are helping families rebuild houses that Typhoon Haiyan swept away. In Syrian refugee camps, they are providing warm clothes and blankets for children who are facing the winter cold. And in South Sudan, they are delivering lifesaving aid and supplies to families fleeing violence.
Your kindness can go to places where you may never set foot — but where you’ll have a lasting impact.
Dear friend, you’ve  been a dedicated partner and friend. Your opinion matters. That’s why I hope you’ll take a few minutes to answer our short survey — just 5 questions — to let us know what you think.
Isn’t it amazing to realize that compassion can have global reach?  Whether it’s helping women and children in the Central African Republic get medical attention and legal protection after assault, or ensuring that a starving baby in Ethiopia gets the food and health care she needs to survive, our donors are there.
We haven’t heard from you in a while, and we want to know what you think. Please take our short 5-question survey now ▸
Sincerely,

Dan O’Neill Mercy Corps Founder

Immigration reform is fundamentally important not only to our families but to all New Yorkers, whose neighborhoods are filled with vibrant culture and diversity. We value your commitment to equality and your influence in your community and therefore request your participation at this important forum where we will discuss immigration policies, reform efforts, and impacting legislation in an effort to achieve equality for all.

 During this Forum we will also launch the “G Project” (The Generation Project), which identifies 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd and 4^th generation black immigrants.

Space is limited, so please RSVP right away: (212) 871-6899 or cminier@theblackinstitute.org
Christian Cultural Center please RSVP to Keith White at keith@freeintegrated.com

The Black Institute http://www.theblackinstitute.org/