National Concrete Pavement Technology Center (CP Tech Center) on LinkedIn: #concrete #pavement #concretepaving (2024)

The EQ Movement is Here! In the heart of Charleston, West Virginia, under the bright lights of a stage set for change, a press conference unfolds—a defining moment not just for those gathered, but for countless lives across the state and potentially, the nation. This is the announcement of Project EQ, an ambitious initiative aimed at embedding emotional intelligence at the core of law enforcement training. The air is thick with anticipation, and the audience is diverse: police officers in uniform, local dignitaries, and community members, all waiting for the reveal that promises a new chapter in policing and community relations. As the speakers take their turns at the podium, a shared vision unfolds: transforming law enforcement through the power of emotional intelligence to foster understanding, empathy, and effective communication between officers and the communities they serve. The significance of this moment cannot be overstated. It marks the culmination of years of meticulous planning and collaboration between TalentSmartEQ & Mountain State ESC and local law enforcement agencies, propelled into reality by strategic political networking and the support of key figures like Senator Joe Manchin. Read the full unveiling story here: https://lnkd.in/gzvfn8kW#ProjectEQ #LawEnforcement #Education #CorrectionalFacilities #EQ #TalentSmartEQ #EQMovement #EmotionalIntelligence #Resillience #PublicSafety #CommunityImpact

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Start a conversation and remove the stigma#suicideprevention #suicidepreventionmonth #suicideawareness #988lifeline

Better and more accurate call routing for 988 is good for everyone involved!

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First to cut the last to restore, Unfortunately so wrong in so many ways

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We're highlighting a different Prevention Tool of the Week each week throughout #DVAM2023. This week's prevention tool is Powerful Voices. Check it out! https://ow.ly/nNPF50PRhL1

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Despite of all the good, this quick advancement of technology can also bring about scary realities, like that of digital child exploitation. This article lays out a series of misconceptions and false myths regarding this matter. Furthermore, it reports some interesting facts to start understanding and possibly prevent such a horrific practice. Being informed and informing others are half the battle❗️

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There are two different worlds in America that grow further apart.https://lnkd.in/eZ7uxDYgQuoted from The Washington PostI don’t think any TV show has broken my heart quite like Season 4 of HBO’s “The Wire,” which looked at Baltimore’s antiquated school system through the lives of middle school students who couldn’t escape the magnetic pull of the streets. The storylines were gut-wrenching and tragic. Perhaps none more so than the sad-sack teen named Dukie, a smart kid with no safety net. Neglected at home, bullied in school and deemed too soft to survive the thug culture of drug dealing, Dukie had a knack for salvaging cast-off electronics but was a heartbreaking example of unfulfilled promise.At one point, when he asked a good Samaritan adult, “Like, how do you get from here to the rest of the world?,” he was speaking a hard truth that stained the lives of so many real-life kids in his city. Kids who could not imagine venturing outside their neighborhood, let alone crossing the Key Bridge or any other avenue to explore better, safer worlds. Came the answer, “I wish I knew.” And that was pretty much the answer in real life, too.The problems are evident. The path to fix them is elusive.——————Really, even the boldest progressive drug policy reformers have no idea how to address this unbridgeable gap. And, indeed, most of us live and luxuriate on the privileged side of it and would have it no other way.That’s human nature. But until we address it none of our mental health and addiction and drug problems will lessen, or even stop growing.(I am addressing them through my Life Process Program B2B for marginalized communities.)

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We don't just solve problems. We identify the issue and then educate you and your staff to ensure that it doesn't happen again. That's the DCRS Difference. #DCRSsolutions #stlouis #pointofsale #stlrestaurants

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En route to Tulsa for the Second Look Network conference on reducing sentences and creating pathways for release for those serving extensive sentences or LWOP. This is critical for the state of Texas as there are thousands of folk who are mandated to serve fourty years just to be seen by parole, and there is no guarantee they will be released.Many individuals serving Life sentences committed their offenses in their undeveloped young adult or youth stage of life. Will we hold them accountable, some 25-40 years later for choices that grew out of their immaturity? I say to do so is idiotic and uncivilized for a so-called advanced society. #SecondLookNetwork #ReduceSentences #CriminalJusticeReform

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https://amzn.to/4axGVx7"Redlining in Omaha, NE: Of Blacks from Whites" is a profound exploration of the historical practice of redlining and its lasting impact on the African American community in Omaha, Nebraska. This book delves deep into the origins of redlining, tracing its roots to discriminatory policies of the 1930s and examining its enduring effects on housing, education, health, and economic opportunities in the city.Through a blend of meticulous research, personal narratives, and compelling visual elements, the author brings to light the struggles and resilience of communities that faced systemic marginalization. The book features illustrative maps, historical photographs, and infographics, providing a vivid portrayal of how redlining shaped the urban landscape and perpetuated inequality.Beyond historical analysis, this insightful work also addresses the modern-day implications of redlining. It explores the ongoing challenges of segregation, economic disparities, and social inequities, painting a stark picture of the consequences of past policies on current generations.Critically, the book does not stop at diagnosing the problem but also proposes actionable solutions and future directions. It outlines policy reforms, community empowerment strategies, educational and health initiatives, and collaborative efforts necessary to heal the wounds of the past and pave the way for a more equitable and inclusive Omaha."Redlining in Omaha, NE: Of Blacks from Whites" is not just a historical account; it is a call to action – a compelling narrative that urges policymakers, community leaders, and citizens alike to acknowledge, address, and rectify the deep-seated injustices of redlining. This book is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of urban segregation and its lasting impact on American society.