Forward Thinkers

Forward Thinker Gisselle Acevedo works to ensure young children prepped for success
 150 150 Tom Salyers
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CA Fwd has named Gisselle Acevedo, president and CEO of Para Los Niños, a Forward Thinker, thanks to her work to fill a void left by the state when it comes to early childhood education.

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What’s at stake if CA stays on its current path?
 150 150 Forward Thinker Kerry Doi
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It is commonly said that societies are judged by how they take care of their most vulnerable. California’s recent political-economic history has been tumultuous with short-sighted fixes to complex problems preventing any opportunities for long term growth or stability—leaving our poor, sick, and elderly to fall to the wayside.

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Is anyone listening?
 150 150 Forward Thinker Donna Myrow
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Californians are humbled by the opportunities and challenges we face. The financial crisis has greatly impacted philanthropy, the non-profit sector, our public education system…

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Are you a Forward Thinker?
 150 150 California Forward
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California Forward introduces Forward Thinkers – people across the state who have stepped in where the government has left off, to help improve their community – and yours.

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