Community leaders
Coverage of Community leaders in the Nexus archive.
- Ontario's emergency preparedness minister defends wildfire response as staff cuts radio interview short
Ontario Emergency Preparedness Minister Jill Dunlop defended the province's wildfire response during a CBC Radio interview, but the conversation was abruptly cut short by her staff after she was questioned about criticism from community leaders.
- Albany residents speak out, worried about safety
Recent shootings, gun arrests, and violent crimes in Albany have caused residents to express safety concerns. Community leaders and a local church are working to address the issue.
- ICE activity reported to be increasing on Chicago's Southwest Side, advocates say
Community leaders and immigration advocates report increased ICE enforcement activity on Chicago's Southwest Side. The article highlights concerns about rising immigration enforcement in the area.
- Bangladesh relocates refugees after landslide kills at least 5 children
Authorities in Bangladesh's Rohingya refugee camps are relocating people from risky areas after a landslide killed at least 5 children. The relocation efforts use loudspeakers, volunteers, and community leaders to ensure safety.
- Community leaders ask state to transfer Hudson Jay park to City of Albany
Community leaders in Albany are requesting the state of New York to transfer ownership of Hudson Jay Park to the City of Albany. The park, a community-built space, has been operated by the city for over 30 years under an agreement with the state.
- Bandits abduct nine travellers on Katsina road
Suspected bandits blocked the Bakori–Guga road in Katsina State and abducted nine travellers returning from the weekly Bakori market. Community leaders confirmed the incident.
- Baton Rouge leaders call for greater investment in youth after deadly shooting
Community leaders and youth advocates in Baton Rouge are calling for increased investment in youth after a shooting on Bluegrass Drive killed a 19-year-old. They emphasize the need to prevent violence before it occurs.
- Australian police close in on ‘Scorpio’, mystery author of threatening letters to high-profile people
Australian federal and NSW police are investigating 'Scorpio', the anonymous author of over 100 threatening letters sent to MPs and community leaders since 2015. The letters, signed 'Scorpio' and 'Bullit', have prompted a public appeal for help in identifying the sender.
- Community leaders push back on public funding for Chicago Fire stadium at The 78
Community leaders are advocating for greater influence in decisions regarding public funding for the proposed Chicago Fire stadium development at The 78. They argue for a bigger voice in how public money is allocated for the project.
- Altadena Fire Survivors to Press Lawmakers for $25 Million Rebuild Fund Before Budget Deadline
Eaton Fire survivors, housing advocates, and community leaders will hold a news conference urging state lawmakers to include a proposed $25 million rebuild fund in the California state budget to support wildfire recovery and prevent displacement. The Community Aid for Rebuilding and Equity Fund, introduced by state Senator Sasha Renée Pérez, aims to provide rebuild-gap grants for homeowners and preserve affordable housing in Altadena.
- Liberia: Stakeholders Sound Alarm On Pollution Crisis in Montserrado
Environmental experts, civil society organizations, community leaders, and government stakeholders in Liberia have expressed alarm over escalating soil, water, and waste pollution in Montserrado County. They are urging immediate action, stronger policies, and heightened public awareness to address the crisis.
- Liberia: Stakeholders Sound Alarm On Pollution Crisis in Montserrado
Environmental experts, civil society organizations, community leaders, and government stakeholders in Liberia have raised concerns over increasing soil, water, and waste pollution in Montserrado County. They are urging for urgent intervention, stronger policies, and increased public awareness to address the crisis.