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Nationwide Children’s Sports Medicine is hosting a Student Athletic Training Workshop from June 4–6, designed for high school students interested in sports medicine and health care careers. During this three-day immersive experience, participants will learn practical skills like taping athletes, administering first aid, performing lifesaving CPR, and managing common sports injuries. The workshop offers hands-on training and a behind-the-scenes look into athletic training, emergency medicine, physical therapy, and other allied health professions. No prior experience is needed—just a passion for learning and an interest in helping others. It’s a valuable opportunity for students considering a future in health care or sports-related fields. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Can Central Ohio’s prosperity truly become inclusive, giving more Franklin County families an economic stake in our region’s growth? A study completed last year by McKinsey & Company found that outcomes for the 330,000-plus Black residents of the Columbus region were substantially worse than those of their white neighbors. Median Black household income was $54,000, compared to $81,000 for white households. White residents live three years longer on average and were more than twice as likely to own their homes and to hold a four-year college degree. To catch up with their white counterparts, Blacks in Franklin County would need 700 years to catch up – an economic chasm that’s expected to only widen in 2025. With directives to wind down DEI initiatives and funding cutbacks from Washington rippling through the country, what new initiatives can Central Ohio employ to include more families in our region’s prosperity, especially at a time when employers can’t hire fast enough? From people-based strategies to place-based strategies, from programs to make housing more affordable and ensure quality early childhood education, we look at inclusive growth strategies that work, that don’t work, and that still need to be tried in Central Ohio.

Featuring Duwain Pinder, Partner, Ohio – Columbus, McKinsey & Company; Jason Reece, Associate Professor, City and Regional Planning, Knowlton School of Architecture, The Ohio State University; Keith Jones, President & CEO, Oakwood Management; Lourdes Barroso de Padilla, Columbus City Councilmember, and with moderator Mataryun “Mo” Wright, President & CEO, RAMA Consulting Group.
Virtual Seats Available for the livestream at 12:00 PM May 7, 2025.

The City of Columbus is offering grants of up to $1,000 to nonprofit organizations to support their National Night Out events on August 6. These grants aim to foster community engagement and strengthen relationships between residents and law enforcement. Applications are open now, providing an opportunity for local groups to enhance their neighborhood celebrations. This initiative underscores the city's commitment to promoting safety and unity within its communities.

Last week, City of Columbus today announced the deployment of Next Generation 911 technologies that enhance the protection and safety of residents and businesses. New video-sharing and AI-powered text translation capabilities will help support emergency response and provide more equitable access to Columbus’ 911 services. The new Text-2-911 Translation tool allows residents to text 911 in their native language. The technology auto-detects the language of that incoming text and provides accurate, actionable translations in 55 languages. As the 911 Call Taker responds in English, the resident receives the response in their language. The 911 Center will continue to utilize the Language Line translation service to engage verbally with our residents as needed. New Video to 911 capabilities allow a 911 Call Taker to text a link to a caller’s phone. Last year, Emergency Communications Center personnel handled 1,412,355 phone contacts, including 671,341 911 calls, 709,381 non-emergency calls, and 31,633 text messages.

Southside Thrive Collaborative is hiring for their Community Outreach Specialists for Parsons Avenue Outreach Program. This role involves conducting street outreach along Parsons Avenue, engaging with individuals experiencing poverty and homelessness to connect them with essential services and resources. The specialist will also collaborate with local organizations to strengthen community partnerships and support neighborhood development. Ideal candidates are passionate about social impact, possess strong communication skills, and have experience in community engagement.

CRPD Playbook Columbus Community Open House meetings begin next week.

Columbus Recreation and Parks is building the next 10-year Vision Plan – Playbook Columbus – and we need your voice! Attend an upcoming neighborhood meeting in May to share your input on the draft goals and big moves that will guide the future of our parks, trails and community spaces. Meetings begin May 12 and will take place across the city. Come and go during meeting hours – bring your friends and neighbors! Find the full meeting list and details at PlaybookColumbus.com or on the attached announcement (also available in Spanish and Somali).