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November 3, 2024
Case Study: Civic Education for Kids
1:00 - 1:40 PM EST
Speakers: Aleena Malik, Meerub Malik, and Kinsley Potts: Members of Maryland Civic Education Coalition Youth Advisory Council
Facilitator: Elaine Chao, Grade 5 from Maryland.
Highlights
- Discover exciting ways to understand civic education and its importance in everyday life.
- Interact with youth activists and learn about their passion projects.
- Gain inspiration on how to make a difference in your community as an active citizen.
Audience: This event is open to all. Elementary kids are particularly encouraged to attend.
Cost: The event is FREE to attend. We appreciate a small donation ($5-$25) that can help us grow. Donate here
November 10, 2024
Veterans Day Talk:
Create a Leader: An American Story
8:00-8:40 PM EST
Speaker: Abhay Trivedi: Ph.D., PMP, SSBB, PMI-ACP, PMI-RMP, CSM; President and Chief Innovation Officer, Dr. Trivedi and Associates.
Facilitator: Germaine Essen: PM Ready Director of Speaker Bureau; Grade 11, Western School of Technology and Environmental Science, Maryland.
Highlights
- Get inspiration from a compelling journey of transition from military life to the fast-paced world of finance.
- Enhance your understanding of the true nature of leadership that combines the principles of transformational and servant leadership.
Audience: This event is open to all. One service-learning hour for students. One free PDU for PMI-certified members.
Cost: The event is FREE to attend. We appreciate any small donation ($5-$25) that can help us grow. Donate here
November 18, 2024
Book Talk: The Volunteering Journey to Project Leadership
8:00 - 8:40 PM EST
Speaker: Mayte Mata Sivera (co-author).
Facilitator: Aarin Kalghatgi, Grade 10 from California.
Highlights
- Identify volunteering goals that align with career goals
- Find the right organization that complements professional aspiration
- Choose activities for enhancing careers in project leadership
- Strategically select the right role to advance careers
Audience: This event is open to all. One service-learning hour for students. One free PDU for PMI-certified members.
Cost: The event is free to attend. We appreciate a small donation ($5-$25) that can help us grow. Donate here.
November 23, 2024
Case Study: A Successful Donation Drive for Disabled Youth
1:00 - 1:40 PM EST
Speaker
Sakhi Ganjoo, Founder of Voices for Disabled Youth
Grade 11, The Village School, Texas
Facilitator
Hafsa Sheikh, PM Ready Director of DEI
Freshman, Princeton University
Highlights
Audience
Open to all. One service-learning hour for students. One free PDU for PMI-certified members.
Cost
The event is FREE to attend. We appreciate any small donation ($5-$25) that can help us grow. Donate here
October 14, 2024
Webinar: Project Management Core Concepts Made Simple
7:00 - 8:00 PM EST
Speaker
Varun Anand: Co-Founder of EduHubSpot; Internationally Renowned PMP® Trainer; Author; Speaker; Project Management Mentor (Connect on LinkedIn)
Highlight
This webinar reviews some core yet complex concepts of project management from PM Ready’s online course “Project Management for Youth.”
Audience
This webinar is open to all. Recommended to high school/college students interested in exploring the project management field, adult learners, and those preparing for Project Management Ready®, CAPM®, or PMP® certification exams.
PMI-certified members can earn one free PDU for attending the event.
Cost
The webinar is FREE to attend. We appreciate any small donation ($5-$25) that can help us grow. Donate here
October 6, 2024
Hispanic Heritage Month Talk:
A Hispanic Leader’s Journey in Project Management
8:00 - 8:40 PM EST
Speaker
Gabriel Alvaro: Project Manager of
GovEx Academy from The Johns Hopkins University (Connect on LinkedIn)
Facilitator
Evelyn Chao: Founder and President, PM Ready
Highlights
- Gain insights into the role of personal identity in shaping leadership perspectives and career paths.
- Understand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by Hispanic leaders in project management.
- Learn practical strategies for leading diverse teams and fostering inclusivity.
Audience
This event is open to all.
Cost
The event is FREE to attend. We appreciate any small donation ($5-$25) that can help us grow. Donate here
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will plan and facilitate the virtual events?
Typically, PM Ready ambassador will plan and facilitate a virtual meeting. We want the event planner and facilitator to be the same person(s) so s/he can experience the complete project cycle from initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing.
How long is the virtual event?
Typically, a PM Ready virtual event lasts from 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Will the speaker receive any compensation?
No. Speaking at a PM Ready virtual event is a voluntary work. You speak for impact and our shared passion for youth empowerment and social good.