University of Phoenix Supports New Jersey Concert Promoting Unity and Positive Change
10 August 2024 - 4:09AM
Business Wire
The event, co-sponsored by the University,
helps foster community connection and build a vision for a safer
future
University of Phoenix proudly supported the “Gospel at
Hinchliffe for Antiviolence” concert, which took place on August 4,
2024, at Hinchliffe Stadium in Patterson, New Jersey. Organized by
Silk City Connections, the event featured musical performances by
Anthony Brown & group therapy, as well as local performers and
youth groups. The concert aimed to combat violence and promote
unity through the transformative power of music and community
engagement.
“We are deeply grateful for the financial support from
organizations like University of Phoenix, which help us bring our
vision of a safer and more connected community to life,” stated
former NBA player and co-founder of Silk City Connections, Rory
Sparrow. “There are many people and institutions that talk the
talk, but the University of Phoenix walks the walk. Their ongoing
outreach and support enable us to create impactful programs that
engage and empower youth, provide valuable resources, and foster a
culture of nonviolence and mutual respect.”
Silk City Connections was founded by four Patterson natives
seeking to reduce instances of violence in the community. By
providing music education resources to local schools, hosting live
events to inspire and uplift attendees, and partnering with local
officials to bolster support for anti-violence efforts, the
organization is focused on making a positive impact on its
residents.
“Seeing the Patterson community come together to champion a
sense of safety and respect was deeply inspiring,” shared Jelisa
Dallas, Program Manager of Student Organizations at University of
Phoenix, who attended the event. “At University of Phoenix, our
core values of bravery, honesty, and focus guide us. The
community’s courageous pursuit of peace, genuine commitment to
well-being, and dedication to belonging reflect these values and
underscore our mission to transform lives for the better.”
The University’s sponsorship of the event is a natural extension
of its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). CSR
initiatives at University of Phoenix focus on philanthropic efforts
and community-focused initiatives that prioritize education,
advocate for social justice, and champion philanthropy with a
career support focus. This ethos forms an integral part of the
University's dedication to fostering a culture of community
involvement, empowering faculty and staff to volunteer with
organizations such as the Arizona Foundation for Women, Jobs for
the Future, Fresh Start Women’s Foundation, Give an Hour, and the
National Society of Leadership and Success. These partnerships
underscore the university's commitment to uplifting underserved
communities and fostering equitable conditions.
Learn more here about Corporate Social Responsibility
initiatives at University of Phoenix.
About University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix innovates to help working adults enhance
their careers and develop skills in a rapidly changing world.
Flexible schedules, relevant courses, interactive learning,
skills-mapped curriculum for our bachelor’s and master’s degree
programs and a Career Services for Life® commitment help students
more effectively pursue career and personal aspirations while
balancing their busy lives. For more information, visit
phoenix.edu
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Michele Mitchum University of Phoenix
michele.mitchum@phoenix.edu