U.S. House passes ‘anti-woke’ bill aimed at diversity, equity and inclusion in higher ed

by Shauneen Miranda, Virginia Mercury WASHINGTON —  A GOP measure barring accrediting organizations from requiring colleges and universities to adopt diversity, equity and inclusion policies as a condition of accreditation passed the U.S. House Thursday, though its fate appears dim. The End Woke Higher Education Act — which succeeded 213-201 — marks one of several so-called anti-woke initiatives and messaging bills […]

Northern Virginia Transportation Association funds important transportation projects in the Potomac District

On September 3, 2024, The Board of County Supervisors accepted funding from the NorthernVirginia Transportation Association (NVTA) for two key transportation projects in the PotomacDistrict. These projects aim to enhance regional connectivity, improve safe-routes-to-school,and support sustainable transportation options. The Board approved the funding for the following two projects: At a meeting in the near future, […]

Monica Wiley celebrates being honored for the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award

by John Reid Recently, the PW Perspective spoke with Monica Wiley about winning the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. Wiley, who has worked as a Disability Rights Advocate, is also the architect for the Election Law Curbside proposal for disabled individuals in Maryland. She recalls how it began despite tragic circumstances. “On December 10, 1989, a […]

Savor the Last Sip of Summer at Virginia Womenand Family Support Center’s Jazz on the Lawn

Virginia Women and Family Support Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that has beenproviding long-term housing to women and their children experiencinghomelessness since 2016. Mark your calendars for a magical evening under the stars at the Virginia Women and Family Support Center’s Jazz on the Lawn event, taking place on September 21, 2024. This enchanting night […]