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Monica Seidl-Connecting Communities and Creating Change

Women of the Northwest

English - December 29, 2023 00:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
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Wildlife Center for the North Coast
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Monica is actively involved in various community initiatives, particularly focused on education, entrepreneurship, and community development. Here's a summary of the key points from the conversation:

Business Program at the College:The college has a strong business program with a focus on entrepreneurship and small business development.There is a business club that is open to all students, not just those in business classes.A rotary club has been started to provide students with opportunities to engage in both business and community-oriented activities.Vision for a Business Achievement Center:Monica envisions the creation of a Business Achievement Center to support mentoring and collaboration between students and mentors.Plans include hosting mentors from organizations like SCORE to guide small businesses and providing resources for writing business plans and navigating permits.The center aims to have a recording studio for interviews, infomercials about the college's foundation, and educational content creation.Educational Initiatives:The center would have the capability to record educational content, such as math problems, science experiments, and more, for students to access anytime.Monica emphasizes the importance of using social media platforms like TikTok for educational outreach.International Programs:The college is actively involved in international programs with sister cities in Japan, connections in Korea, and plans for establishing ties with China.Collaboration with Local Nonprofits:Monica works with local nonprofits and government agencies on economic development, small business development, and entrepreneurship.She discusses projects related to addressing childcare gaps and culinary training needs in the community.Partnerships and Networking:Monica shares her experiences of networking and building partnerships, both locally and internationally, to bring resources and support to the community.Philanthropic Work in Belize:Monica is involved in philanthropic work in Belize, including initiatives like providing an ambulance, supporting a medical clinic, and collaborating with various nonprofits for broader impact.Connections with International Nonprofits:Monica has connections with nonprofits like Silent Bridges, which focuses on rescuing victims of child and women trafficking internationally.Community Engagement:Monica emphasizes the importance of community engagement, collaboration, and support for va

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