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+ The Transportation Cabinet needs your input on Southern Parkway

The Transportation Cabinet is looking to repave Southern Parkway and they would like your opinion. Please share your experiences about safety on Southern Parkway in this survey. 

You can also participate by joining community members for a virtual meeting on the current rightsizing proposal and/or the in-person open house next week.

The virtual meeting will take place on Monday April 26 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The in-person open house will take place on Wednesday, April 28 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Attendees will meet at the Gazebo on Southern Pkwy & Woodlawn Ave, 4700 Southern Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40214.

Click here to take the survey!

Click here to join the rightsizing virtual meeting and learn about the current proposal.

+ University of Louisville calls on residents to participate in their study on COVID-19 immunity 

The University of Louisville is conducting a study to understand immunity to COVID-19 in Louisville, either because of someone having the virus or because they are fully vaccinated.

This information will help with fully reopening our community safely. UofL will measure antibodies to COVID-19 as well as test for a current infection.

Adults age 18 years and older are invited to answer a short questionnaire and go to a community site in Louisville for free testing with a nasal swab and a finger stick. They can take part even if they’ve received the vaccine. Participants will receive a $10 gift card from community partners after they have been tested.

Taking part is voluntary, but by participating, you will help determine how to reopen our community safely!

Click here if you are interested in being tested for COVID-19 infection and antibodies.

For questions or concerns, please contact covidsupport@louisville.edu or call 833-313-0502.

+ Registration is now open for KRM citizenship classes 

Did you know the United States changed the citizenship test questions under the Trump administration and then later reverted to the former test when the Biden administration took office?

Get help preparing for the correct test at one of KRM's free virtual citizenship classes. 

To register, contact Jason Wade, Citizenship Coordinator, at (502) 938-0614 or jwade@kyrm.org 

Click here for more information. 

+ Youth ages 12-24 are encouraged to participate in study on responses to racial inequities

Researchers from the University of Louisville in partnership with Louisville Metro Office of Youth Development call on youth ages 12-24 to participate their study to help the city improve support for youth and young adults in Louisville.

The purpose of the study is to understand youth experiences, voices, and challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic and the uncovering of systemic racism and oppression in response to the recent murders of Black Americans at the hands of police.

They are interested in the experiences of youth and young adults in Louisville between the ages of 12 and 24 who hold marginalized positions (e.g., youth and young adults of color, LGBTQIA+ youth and young adults, etc.).

To participate, youth under 18 must have parental consent, which can be obtained electronically. Additionally, all participants will need access to an electronic device with a microphone and camera. (Please note: this can be a laptop or desktop computer, tablet, or cell phone; if you do not have internet access or equipment like headphones, the research team may be able to provide you with a Wi-Fi hotspot or other equipment).

Participation for this study involves filling out a brief online survey and engaging in a virtual community listening session with some of your peers. A small gift card or item will be provided as a thank you for your time and attention.

Click here for more information and to enroll.

You can contact the principal investigator for the study, Dr. Aishia Brown at aishia.brown@louisville.edu or 502-852-5164, if you have any questions about the study.

+ Head Start program is now enrolling children 3&4

Arabic

Kinyarwanda

Spanish

Swahili 

Catholic Charities in partnership with Head Start early childhood education to enroll children 3 &4. Families must be able to provide their own transportation and must qualify for the Child Care Assistance Program subsidy (formerly Three C's) through the Kentucky Department for Community Based Services.

Anyone who speaks English or Spanish can fill out an application online at www.ovec.org. Those who need help in other languages can receive assistance over the phone with an interpreter. 

Families that are interested can contact Madison McMullen at mmcmullen@archlou.org or (502) 509-6715.

+ West Louisville Resource Connection

The Kentucky Career Center at Nia will host a Resource event each Tuesday in the Parking lot of the Nia Center from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

The Mobile outreach unit will provide an array of resources such as:

• HIV/AIDS testing
• Transportation supportive services to
• Medical appointments
• the pharmacy to pick up medications 
• Covid Supplies
• Medicaid enrollment
• Food (Prepared and Packaged to take)
• Medicaid enrollment
• Drug & Alcohol treatment & Recovery Coaching
• Connection to training & employment and much more!

Each week more resources will be added!

Events

+ Vaccination Event at Americana Community Center

Saturday, April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Americana Community Center is hosting a vaccination event in partnership with the Office for Globalization, Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness and the Kentucky Nurses Association.

Interpreters will be available in multiple languages. 

Click here to register

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+Vaccination Clinic at Central High School

Saturday, April 24 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Central High School will host a COVID-19 vaccination clinic in partnership with UofL Health on Saturday, April 24^th from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 1130 W. Chestnut St.

+ KRM LIVE

Saturday, April 24 at 10 a.m.

Kentucky Refugee Ministries (KRM) and the Louisville Free Public Library (LFPL) invite you to a special virtual event this Saturday, April 24th.

KRM will share the premier of KRM Live at South Central Regional Library, an event highlighting the talent of global and local artists.

You can access the video any time after 10 a.m. on the KRM Louisville Facebook page.

More information about this event, including the artist lineup, can be found on the KRM website.

+ One Louisville Virtual Violence Prevention Training

Saturday, April 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Office for Safe and Healthy Neighborhoods would like to invite you to attend the Ambassador Institute, a Virtual Violence Prevention Training on Saturday, April 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

This training, which has been attended by over 500 participants since its inception in 2017 aims to inform participants of individual and collective efforts to reduce violence in Louisville. 

Click here for more information and to register.

+ Free Recycling and Large Item Disposal event

Saturday, April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Pop-Up Drop-Offs are free recycling and large-item disposal events for residents of Jefferson County. Through a partnership between the Department of Public Works, the Waste Management District, and Metro Council, these events are held monthly, March through November, at various locations.

Residents can have documents shredded, recycle electronics, tires, and scrap metal, dispose of prescription medication and bulky items, and compost yard debris.

Items must be separated into those various categories for easy off-loading at each area. 

Click here for more information about limitations and guidelines

+ Southern Parkway Rightsizing Community Meetings

Monday, April 26 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Virtual meeting)

Wednesday, April 28 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. (In-person Open House)

The Transportation Cabinet is looking to repave Southern Parkway and they would like your input. Join community members for a virtual meeting on the current rightsizing proposal or join the in-person open house scheduled for Wednesday, April 28 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Attendees will meet at the Gazebo on Southern Pkwy & Woodlawn Ave, 4700 Southern Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40214

Click here to join the rightsizing virtual meeting and learn about the current proposal.

+ Discovery Apprenticeship Symposium 

Thursday, May 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

KentuckianaWorks invites you to their virtual symposium focused on apprenticeships.

This is a great opportunity to engage with other businesses that either offer registered apprenticeships or are exploring adding them to their recruiting and talent development strategy.

+ Manufacturing Training and Employment Connection

Monday, May 10 for 3 weeks

This free 3-week training course offered by the Kentucky Manufacturing Career Center is designed to get you prepared, certified, and connected to a new career in advanced manufacturing.

Graduates will get to attend their own private hiring event at the end of the course where top local employers who need to hire can sell YOU on what their company has to offer!

The trainings will give you the skills and connections to start a better career. Space is limited so register today!

Click here to register.

Those who are interested can also call (502) 276-9711 ext. 4001

Click here for a list of virtual and physical events going on around Louisville

COVID19 Resources

+ Louisville Metro COVID-19 Response: Get Assistance

+ First Task Is To Ask Resource Booklet | Resource for JCPS Parents
                                 Find them in other languages:

Swahili
Nepali
Spanish
Arabic
Somali

+ Global Louisville Directory

+ JCPS 2020/2021 School Calendar

+ Multilingual Video for Contact Tracing: Hindi | Spanish | Korean | Vietnamese

+ Louisville COVID-19 International Language Handouts and Videos

+ COVID-19 Vaccine Myths and Facts for the International Community:

Arabic

Burmese

Kinyarwanda

Nepali

Somali

French

Spanish

Swahili

Vietnamese

+ More COVID-19 resources for organizations and families

Healthy at Work

Tools to help business owners and professionals stay open and healthy at work while the Kentucky's economy continues to safely reopen. 

Healthy At Work Official Website

Contact Tracing Resources

COVID-19 Testing Sites

Shively Community Center,1901 Park Road, Louisville, KY 40216, M - F 9a-4p. No pre-registration needed.

Family Health Centers is providing COVID testing to the community at four drive-thru and walk-up locations. There are no out-of-pocket costs for this COVID test. Call 502-772-8301 to schedule a test, or click on a link below to schedule an appointment online.

Americana COVID Test

¿Habla Español?… Tenemos personal bilingüe haciendo pruebas en Americana. Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4805 Southside Drive, Louisville, KY 40214

Portland COVID Test

Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2215 Portland Ave., Louisville, KY 40212

Fairdale COVID Test

Monday, Wednesday, & Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1000 Neighborhood Place, Fairdale, KY 40118

East Broadway COVID Test

Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 834 E. Broadway, Louisville, KY 40204

COVID-19 Vaccination sites

Whitney Young Elementary School, 3526 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd., Louisville, KY 40212. Individuals who live in West Louisville can register at nortonhealthcare.com for vaccination appointments. 

• Wednesday- Thursday:  9:00 A.M. EST to 5:00 P.M. EST;
• Friday- Saturday:  11 A.M. EST-  7:00 P.M. EST;
• Sunday:  1:00 P.M- 6:00 P.M. EST

Transportation assistance is available via TARC3

Visit the Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness website HERE for more information on the COVID-19 vaccine

Job Opportunities

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(NEW) 6 positions available at Trilogy Health Services

3 positions available at Backside Learning Center

3 positions available at Smoketown Family Wellness Center

3 positions available at Louisville Cartage

Part-Time ESL Instructors at Jefferson County Skills U

Bilingual Analysts at The Rawlings Company

Multiple job openings at The Center for Women and Families

Multiple job openings at Catholic Charities

Look for jobs available at Louisville Metro

Job Seekers Resources and Tools

KentuckianaWorks can help you get the job!

Advanced Manufacturing Training | KentuckianaWorks

Job Seeker Resources by Greater Louisville Inc (GLI)

Ready for a quality manufacturing career?

Job Seeker Connection Program

Jobversity Resource Library

Volunteer Opportunities 

Americana World Community Center 

Catholic Charities of Louisville

Doors to Hope

Kentucky Refugee Ministries

Global Lou Highlights

The Islamic holy month of Ramadan celebrated all over the world is a time for Muslims to renew their focus on the spiritual life. 

Ramadan began on April 12 and will end on May 12 this year. 

During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from food and drinks during the daylight hours. To get through the day, they typically wake up early to eat a meal called Suhul before daybreak. They break their fast in the evening with a meal called Iftar which is often enjoyed with the family or community. 

During the day, individuals are encouraged to engage in charity and focus extra time praying, reading the Quran, and engaging in other spiritual activities.  

See the international grocery stores below for places to buy ingredients for Suhul and Iftar meals during Ramadan, and visit the Global Louisville Directory HERE to find more international grocery stores!

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The Federated Transportation Services of Bluegrass is offering free transportation to residents who need transportation to vaccination clinics. 

Those who need transportation:

1. Must be scheduled at least 72 hours before appointment
2. Covers all of Kentucky
3. Call 1-888-848-0989

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