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The Bright Side<p>Welcome back to our weekly behind-the-scenes glimpse at what’s getting our team talking.</p><p>Let us know what you think at info@reasonstobecheerful.world.</p><p><a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a></p>
Europe Says<p><a href="https://www.europesays.com/2102610/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="">europesays.com/2102610/</span><span class="invisible"></span></a> Asparagus and beer – secrets of Britain’s happiest places to live <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/BerwickUponTweed" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BerwickUponTweed</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/GreatBritain" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>GreatBritain</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/PlacesToLiveInBritain" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>PlacesToLiveInBritain</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/SenseOfCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SenseOfCommunity</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/UnitedKingdom" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>UnitedKingdom</span></a> <a href="https://pubeurope.com/tags/ValeOfEvesham" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ValeOfEvesham</span></a></p>
Taproot Edmonton<p>Hey Edmonton! 👋 Got thoughts on what's happening in our city? 🤔 Join the "What's On Your Mind Municipally Speaking" event on May 22nd and let your voice be heard! 🗣️ Click the link to sign up and shape our community together! </p><p>👉 <a href="https://edmonton.taproot.events/calendar/2025/05/22/whats-on-your-mind-municipally-speaking" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">edmonton.taproot.events/calend</span><span class="invisible">ar/2025/05/22/whats-on-your-mind-municipally-speaking</span></a> </p><p><a href="https://taproot.social/tags/Edmontonelection" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Edmontonelection</span></a> <a href="https://taproot.social/tags/YEGvote" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>YEGvote</span></a> <a href="https://taproot.social/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a> <a href="https://taproot.social/tags/YEG" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>YEG</span></a></p>
The Bright Side<p>Welcome back to our weekly behind-the-scenes glimpse at what’s getting our team talking! Let us know your thoughts at info@reasonstobecheerful.world.</p><p><a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a></p>
The Bright Side<p>The aim? To remove as many tiles as possible and replace them with greenery.</p><p>Since 2020, citizens have removed over 12 million tiles! Each one represents a step towards a cooler, greener city.</p><p>📏🍃 <a href="https://mas.to/tags/EcoFriendly" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>EcoFriendly</span></a> <a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a></p>
The Bright Side<p>Welcome back to our weekly glimpse at what’s brewing behind the scenes! We want to hear your thoughts at info@reasonstobecheerful.world.</p><p><a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a></p>
The Bright Side<p>Dr.</p><p>Hartwell Francis, the curriculum developer, highlights the scarcity of quality materials for small languages.</p><p>He approached WCU's Tatiana Potts to create something beautiful and meaningful.</p><p><a href="https://mas.to/tags/LanguageRevitalization" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LanguageRevitalization</span></a> <a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a></p>
The-14<p>Major Calgary school boards to leave X platform by end of year<br><a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/Alberta" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Alberta</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/Canada" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Canada</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/Education" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Education</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/CCSD" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CCSD</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/CBE" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CBE</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/SchoolNews" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SchoolNews</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/Education" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Education</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/SocialMedia" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SocialMedia</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/TwitterExit" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>TwitterExit</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/DigitalSafety" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalSafety</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/X" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>X</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/CalgarySchoolBoards" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CalgarySchoolBoards</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/XExit" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>XExit</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.world/tags/CanadaNews" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CanadaNews</span></a><br><a href="https://the-14.com/major-calgary-school-boards-to-leave-x-platform-by-end-of-year/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">the-14.com/major-calgary-schoo</span><span class="invisible">l-boards-to-leave-x-platform-by-end-of-year/</span></a></p>
The Bright Side<p>Welcome back to our weekly glimpse at what’s getting our team talking! Let us know what you think at info@reasonstobecheerful.world.</p><p><a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a></p>
The Bright Side<p>Tiffany Lee, La Plata County's clerk, was initially skeptical of this mandate.</p><p>But after witnessing the heartfelt gratitude of a young woman who voted from jail, her perspective changed.</p><p>“I had tears in my eyes,” she recalled.</p><p>This is what community feels like! 💖 <a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a> <a href="https://mas.to/tags/Election2024" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Election2024</span></a></p>
The Bright Side<p>How do you think communities can better utilize abandoned spaces for people and nature? Let’s chat about the potential these transformations hold! 💬 <a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a></p>
The Bright Side<p>Rachel Idim, a volunteer with the Wise Up Campaign, stands out in her festive attire, holding condoms and pamphlets while swaying to the vibrant music.</p><p>A small crowd forms as she engages them on HIV testing and prevention, embodying the spirit of celebration mixed with education.</p><p><a href="https://mas.to/tags/PublicHealth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>PublicHealth</span></a> <a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a></p>
The Bright Side<p>Over time, residents have come to appreciate the design, realizing the value of a purposeful landscape.</p><p>The journey from confusion to understanding illustrates the power of education and community.</p><p>🌱 <a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a> <a href="https://mas.to/tags/Awareness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Awareness</span></a></p>
The Bright Side<p>Fern advocates for community-driven recovery, emphasizing the need for a bottom-up approach in rebuilding.</p><p>The process should involve all stakeholders—not just top-down decisions.</p><p><a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a> <a href="https://mas.to/tags/ResilienceBuilding" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ResilienceBuilding</span></a></p>
The Bright Side<p>The fight against cervical cancer will take time, but it's now an achievable goal! Together, we can change lives and save women from this preventable disease.</p><p>What are your thoughts on global health initiatives? <a href="https://mas.to/tags/HealthEquity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>HealthEquity</span></a> <a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a></p>
The Bright Side<p>Welcome back to our weekly behind-the-scenes glimpse at what’s getting our team talking. Share your thoughts with us at info@reasonstobecheerful.world! <a href="https://mas.to/tags/RTBC" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>RTBC</span></a> <a href="https://mas.to/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a></p>
😀🚲<p>"the 'check the box' reason to have public meetings isn't really what you get with them" 🎯</p><p><a href="https://urbanists.social/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a> myths including the idea that you "talked to the community" in a meeting scheduled at bedtime in a church basement on a school night.</p><p><a href="https://usa.streetsblog.org/2025/01/16/talking-headways-podcast-reimagining-the-civic-commons" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">usa.streetsblog.org/2025/01/16</span><span class="invisible">/talking-headways-podcast-reimagining-the-civic-commons</span></a></p>
World of Paleoanthropology<p><strong>Unveiling WOPA’s Future: Educational Programs, VR Experiences, AI &amp; ML, Mentorship, and&nbsp;More</strong></p><p>Hello fellow explorers of human history!</p><p>I’m thrilled to share some exciting updates and future plans for the World of Paleoanthropology (WOPA). Our mission has always been to make the fascinating field of paleoanthropology accessible and engaging to a diverse audience. With these new initiatives, we are set to expand our reach and impact even further.</p><p><strong>Expanding Our Reach</strong></p><p>Our primary goal is to reach a broader audience and bring the wonders of human evolution to everyone, from students to enthusiasts. We plan to achieve this through a multi-faceted approach:</p><p>1. <strong>Educational Programs</strong>: We are developing comprehensive educational programs tailored for schools and community groups. These programs will include interactive sessions, workshops, and virtual tours of significant paleoanthropological sites.</p><p>2. <strong>Digital Content</strong>: We’re enhancing our digital presence with more video content, podcasts, and online articles. The success of our YouTube series, “The Story of Us,” has shown us the power of digital media in spreading scientific knowledge. Expect more in-depth episodes, interviews with experts, and live Q&amp;A sessions.</p><p>3. <strong>Community Engagement</strong>: We’re launching initiatives to engage directly with communities. This includes public lectures, community science days, and collaborations with local museums and educational institutions.</p><p><strong>Leveraging Technology</strong></p><p>In line with our commitment to innovation, we’re incorporating advanced technologies to enrich our content and reach:</p><p>1. <strong>Virtual Reality (VR) Experiences</strong>: Imagine walking through ancient hominin habitats or witnessing a day in the life of early humans. Our VR experiences will make this possible, providing immersive learning opportunities.</p><p>2. <strong>Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)</strong>: We’re exploring the use of AI and ML to enhance our educational tools. From interactive quizzes to AI-driven content recommendations, these technologies will make learning more personalized and effective.</p><p>3. <strong>Interactive Platforms</strong>: We are developing interactive platforms where users can explore fossil databases, participate in virtual digs, and contribute to citizen science projects.</p><p><strong>Inspiring the Next Generation</strong></p><p>A key focus of our expansion is to inspire the next generation of scientists and science communicators. We’re launching initiatives aimed at students and young researchers:</p><p>1. <strong>Mentorship Programs</strong>: We will connect budding paleoanthropologists with experienced mentors in the field. This will provide invaluable guidance and support to the next generation.</p><p>2. <strong>Research Opportunities</strong>: Through partnerships with universities and research institutions, we aim to offer research opportunities for students. This includes fieldwork, lab work, and collaborative projects.</p><p>3. <strong>Youth Science Communication</strong>: Encouraging young people to share their passion for science is crucial. We will provide training and platforms for students to develop and showcase their science communication skills.</p><p><strong>A Personal Note</strong></p><p>As I near the completion of my Bachelor of Arts (BA) program at Arizona State University, I am excited to dive deeper into paleoanthropology. My undergraduate thesis explores how AI and ML can be used to reach underprivileged communities with science education, further aligning with our mission at WOPA. Moving forward, I plan to continue my education in graduate school, where I hope to expand my research and contribute even more to the field of paleoanthropology.</p><p><strong>Join Us on This Journey</strong></p><p>I invite you all to join us on this exciting journey. Whether you’re a seasoned researcher, a curious student, or simply someone fascinated by human history, there’s a place for you at WOPA. Together, we can uncover the secrets of our past and inspire a future generation of explorers.</p><p>Thank you for your continued support, and stay tuned for more updates and opportunities to get involved!</p><p>Warm regards,</p><p>Seth Chagi and the WOPA Team!</p><p><a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/aiandmlineducation/" target="_blank">#AIandMLinEducation</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/aiineducation/" target="_blank">#AIinEducation</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/anthropologyeducation/" target="_blank">#AnthropologyEducation</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/citizenscienceprojects/" target="_blank">#CitizenScienceProjects</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/communityengagement/" target="_blank">#CommunityEngagement</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/digitalcontent/" target="_blank">#DigitalContent</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/educationalprograms/" target="_blank">#EducationalPrograms</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/fossildatabases/" target="_blank">#FossilDatabases</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/graduateschool/" target="_blank">#GraduateSchool</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/humanevolution/" target="_blank">#HumanEvolution</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/interactivelearning/" target="_blank">#InteractiveLearning</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/interactiveplatforms/" target="_blank">#InteractivePlatforms</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/machinelearning/" target="_blank">#MachineLearning</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/mentorshipprograms/" target="_blank">#MentorshipPrograms</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/paleoanthropology-2/" target="_blank">#Paleoanthropology</a> <a 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href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/scienceeducation/" target="_blank">#ScienceEducation</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/sethchagi/" target="_blank">#SethChagi</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/virtualrealityexperiences/" target="_blank">#VirtualRealityExperiences</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/virtualtours/" target="_blank">#VirtualTours</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/wopaexpansion/" target="_blank">#WOPAExpansion</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/worldofpaleoanthropology/" target="_blank">#WorldOfPaleoanthropology</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://worldofpaleoanthropology.org/tag/youthsciencecommunication/" target="_blank">#YouthScienceCommunication</a></p>
Scott Matter<p>Go to a public meeting in Sydney (I’m at one in Balmain on the Rozelle Interchange) and you’d get the impression that the city consists almost entirely of people over 50 years old. </p><p><a href="https://aus.social/tags/AusPol" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>AusPol</span></a> <a href="https://aus.social/tags/politics" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>politics</span></a> <a href="https://aus.social/tags/democracy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>democracy</span></a> <a href="https://aus.social/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a> <a href="https://aus.social/tags/CivicParticipation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CivicParticipation</span></a></p>
Radical Social Worker<p><a href="https://radicalsocial.work/tags/LTC" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LTC</span></a> <a href="https://radicalsocial.work/tags/Gerontology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Gerontology</span></a> <a href="https://radicalsocial.work/tags/Geriatrics" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Geriatrics</span></a> <a href="https://radicalsocial.work/tags/CommunityDevelopment" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityDevelopment</span></a> <a href="https://radicalsocial.work/tags/CommunityEngagement" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CommunityEngagement</span></a> <a href="https://radicalsocial.work/tags/SocialWork" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SocialWork</span></a> <a href="https://radicalsocial.work/tags/Activism" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Activism</span></a> <a href="https://radicalsocial.work/tags/ElderCare" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ElderCare</span></a></p>
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