May 3, 2018 | Vol. 4, Issue 18
Dear Washingtonians,
In Washington, DC, the month of May
is about celebrating inclusive innovation. We celebrate
the creatives who think outside the box, the changemakers who use technology to
help us solve civic challenges, and all Washingtonians who are committed to
using innovation to break down barriers.
It is the perfect time to celebrate
students like Mikayla Sharrieff, India Skinner, and Bria Snell,
the juniors at Banneker High School who are finalists in NASA’s Optimus Prime
Spinoff Promotion and Research Challenge. These three young women are making
history as the only all-black, female team to make it to the final stage.
Racist internet trolls tried to sabotage their success,
but they have refused to lose sight of what they’re working hard to
accomplish.
Mikayla, India, and Bria are reminding us that the good in
our world is stronger than the hate, and we
want them to know that the District has their back.
We are proud to present these young women with a $4,000
grant toward their future innovations. We will partner with DC’s community
entrepreneurial space, the Inclusive Innovation Incubator or In3, which my
Administration founded on the campus of Howard University. Mikayla, India, and
Bria are just the type of people and scientists our world needs more of and we
are proud to support their dreams.
Congratulations, young women. You have made
your city incredibly proud.
Sincerely,
Throughout May, the Bowser Administration is putting the spotlight on the movement makers, barrier breakers, and knowledge seekers that make Washington, DC the capital of inclusive innovation.
Upcoming innoMAYtion events:
Learn more and find a full list of events at innomaytion.org.
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This
Saturday, May 5, join Mayor Bowser at the ribbon cutting for the brand new Marvin Gaye
Recreation Center. The new recreation center will open with a block party
style festival with members of Gaye’s family, live music, food trucks, giveaways,
and more.
Learn
more HERE.
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This week, Mayor Bowser signed a mayoral order to
implement the Clean Cars Act of 2008, furthering the District’s leadership in
the global fight against climate change. The announcement comes as the Trump
Administration prepares draft regulations to roll back Obama-era vehicle
emissions and fuel economy standards for a cleaner, more sustainable
environment for future generations.
The Mayor’s Order enables the District to commit to
the same standards adopted by California, enabling Washington, DC to maintain
responsible vehicle emissions standards despite the Trump Administration’s
steps backward.
Learn more HERE.
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This
week’s District
Minute features
stories about the unveiling of ESSENCE magazine's "Woke 100 Women" issue, the graduation of DC FEMS Recruit Class 382, and the annual Salute to DC Centenarians.
 The mission of the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH) is to provide grant funds, programs, and educational activities that encourage diverse artistic expressions and learning opportunities so that all District residents and visitors can experience the rich culture of our city.
CAH has an opening for a Grants Management Specialist. This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of duties related to the development and implementation of grants procedures, grant application review and evaluation, and community engagement. All details regarding this vacancy, including qualifications, can be found by visiting the job announcement.
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