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Mitsubishi Electric honored by the National Inclusion Project
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Over the past year, MEAF has supported the National Inclusion Project, which is working in partnership with the National Summer Learning Association, to develop a curriculum designed to help summer camp programs more fully include children with disabilities, and encourage campers of all abilities to engage in meaningful service-learning projects. The program is being piloted at camps in Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, and Ohio.
On October 17th, the National Inclusion Project recognized Mitsubishi Electric & Electronics USA with its Corporate Champion Award at a star-studded gala event in Raleigh.
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Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation names new Director
The Board of Directors of the Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation (MEAF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin R. Webb to the position of Director. Webb is responsible for guiding and implementing grant programs and company volunteer activities focused on MEAF’s mission of helping young people with disabilities maximize their potential and participation in society.[read more →]
New publication promotes full participation of youth with disabilities in society
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WASHINGTON, DC—A new publication, Paths to Inclusion, published by the Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation (MEAF), is a resource guide designed to help youth-serving organizations integrate youth with disabilities into their regular programs.
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About MEAF
The Foundation provides national grants to projects and organizations throughout the United States that are focused on the full inclusion of young people with disabilities in society, giving preference to areas where Mitsubishi Electric facilities are located. View the company locations.
The Foundation also supports charitable giving by Mitsubishi Electric US employees, and encourages them to contribute their time and talent to strengthen their local communities.
A Culture of Philanthropy
The Mitsubishi Electric US companies are committed to being socially responsible corporate citizens. In the spirit of the "Starfish" parable the companies seek to improve society by making a difference in individual lives. The Mitsubishi Electric Corporation of Japan extends this culture of giving to its subsidiaries around the world.
Inclusion Champion Award
The MEAF Inclusion Champion Award honors individuals who make significant efforts to ensure youth with disabilities are fully included in society. Is there an Inclusion Champion in your community? Let us know! The nomination deadline is May 1st.
Portraits of Youth
Success Stories
MEAF Intern Wins Leadership Award
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Prior to coming to Washington this summer as a MEAF/AAPD Congressional Intern, Leah Katz-Hernandez was already making a name for herself in the political world. In fact, the Latino Inaugural Celebration Committee honored her with the Local Grassroots Community Leadership 2009 Award for her organizing efforts during the 2008 presidential campaign. Recipients of this award must have proven leadership skills and commitment to community participation, have volunteered and encouraged others to do so for a grassroots cause, and have significantly impacted a large population.
Leah, a fourth year student at Gallaudet University majoring in Government and English, passionately believes that citizens should exercise their right to vote and that everyone should get involved in the political process. As a multiply-hyphenated American -- Hispanic/Japanese/Jewish/Deaf --Leah’s personal experiences drive her commitment to equal participation for all.
MEAF Is Going Green!
In step with Mitsubishi Electric Corporation's vision of global environmental sustainability — ENVIRONMENTAL VISION 2021 — MEAF is taking strides to "green" its operations and philanthropic activities.
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