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May 2009 Volume IX, Issue II
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Coro's 14th Annual Leadership Luncheon Breaks Record
The 14th Annual Coro Leadership Luncheon, held on April 17 at the San Francisco Marriott Hotel, was the most successful Leadership Luncheon in Coro's history. More than 550 people attended the Luncheon and contributed over $375,000 to support Coro's leadership training programs.
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Update on Coro's 3rd Program
Last spring, Coro initiated a process to identify and develop a 3rd Coro program to complement the post-graduate Fellows Program and the high school Exploring Leadership Program.
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Please save the date for the class of 2009 Coro Fellows Graduation Ceremony:
Friday, May 22nd, 6:30 p.m. at the Port Commission Hearing Room, Ferry Building, San Francisco.
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Are you wondering where other alumni work? Who had a baby recently? Who moved to a new city? Where other alumni are volunteering? Read our alumni updates to see what changes are taking place in the Coro community.
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Coro would like to thank our individual, corporate, and foundation supporters for their generous contributions.
Click here to see a list of our donors since the last issue of the Journey.
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Program Updates
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Coro Fellows Learn More About The Labor Sector
In February, the Fellows explored the labor sector in the San Francisco Bay Area. They attended a Labor Speak-out on the impacts of the state budget cuts, interviewed labor leaders, and completed projects at 12 diverse labor organizations, from SEIU to the Firefighters Union. Read about one Fellow's experience at Young Workers United Here >>
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After their labor experience, the Fellows completed placements with nonprofit and philanthropic organizations. They worked on a variety of projects and focused on a wide array issues ranging from local education reform to international human rights. To read about one Fellow's experience working at Sports4Kids Click Here>>
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Through California's Heartland: Agricultural Focus Week
In mid April, the Fellows embarked on Coro’s annual trek through the orchards, fields, and farms of California. They spent four days on the road, driving over 600 miles, exploring the world of California agriculture, its importance in the state and national economy, and the issues facing it. Read about one Fellow’s reflections from the week here and see photos from the week on Flickr here. Read More>>
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As part of their exploration of the nonprofit sector, the Fellows examined the issue of affordable housing in the Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood. They spent a day volunteering on a construction site with Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco and interviewed Coro alum and Director of Government and Legal Affairs, Jim Murray. View Pictures >>
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Congratulations to the Exploring Leadership Class of 2009!
On April 30th, the "Stepping-Up, Stepping-Out" graduation ceremony at the San Francisco Public Library capped off an amazing 10-month leadership journey for our Youth Fellows.
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The 2nd Annual Ifeanyi Ezeh Spirit Award Recipient!
Congratulations to Samira Nuru for receiving the Ifeanyi Ezeh Spirit Award. This award recognizes one member of the gratuating class who captures Ifeanyi's spirit of intellectual curiosity, being a persistent team player, and a bolt thinker.
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Coro Hosts Its Very First Youth-in-Action Showcase
On Saturday, April 18th, the Coro Exploring Leadership Program held its first-ever Youth In Action Showcase Event at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. The event showcased 67 projects, led by 33 Coro Youth Fellows addressing 25 different issues at 23 Bay Area high schools. Full Article>>
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Youth Fellows attend a "Social Action Boot Camp"
On Saturday, March 21st, the Youth Fellows participated in their final Saturday Exploration by attending a day-long "Social Action Boot Camp" hosted by the non-profit media organization DoSomething.org. Full Article>>
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