Guarini Institute at NJCU

Introducing The BrokenNotBroke Interview! ??? The Guarini Institute at NJCU is proud to launch 'The BrokenNotBroke Interview', an ongoing conversation series aimed at shedding light on the financial struggles faced by families of children with cancer. For our inaugural event, we had the honor of hosting Matt Giegerich, CEO of the Matthew Larson Foundation for Pediatric Brain Tumors (IronMatt), who emphasized the severe financial impact that pediatric brain tumors impose on families, often lasting well beyond the initial diagnosis. He highlighted how time is one of the scarcest resources for parents, who must balance caregiving responsibilities with overwhelming medical and household costs. ?? Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/ecZCRUdM We extend our deepest gratitude to Matt Giegerich and IronMatt for their unwavering commitment to families in need. Special thanks to New Jersey City University for its continued support in advancing the brokenNotbroke initiative and helping families navigate financial challenges with dignity. ?? Learn more at: brokenNotbroke.org #IronMatt #PediatricOncology #ChildhoodCancer #financialtoxicity #Economicmobility Andrés Acebo

Celebrating a Year of Impact and the 100th Birthday of Hon. Frank J. Guarini! As we close out 2024, we celebrate the achievements of the Guarini Institute at New Jersey City University and honor the 100th birthday of Honorable Frank J. Guarini. His unwavering dedication to international education and economic mobility continues to inspire our work and transform lives. This year, the Guarini Institute at NJCU organized groundbreaking initiatives, including: + Hosting the New Jersey-Mexico Business Conference, fostering economic and cultural ties in partnership with the United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce, Northeast Chapter and the the Mexican Consulate at New Brunswick. + Launching the BrokenNotBroke.org platform, providing critical information and resources to families affected by pediatric cancer including access to the most comprehensive database of foundations offering financial assistance including organizations in 50 states and Puerto Rico. + Supporting global entrepreneurship by hosting Latin American business leaders through a partnership with the YLAI / Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative at the US State Department. From hosting world leaders to empowering students and families, the Guarini Institute at NJCU embodies a legacy of service, innovation, and global outreach. Thank you, Honorable Frank Guarini, for inspiring us to build a brighter future for all, and thank you to the leadership of NJCU, in particular President Andrés Acebo, for your invaluable support. #EconomicMobility #InternationalEducation #globalentrepreneurship

Starting #HispanicHeritageMonth by exploring opportunities for trade and investment between New Jersey and Mexico! The Guarini Institute at NJCU was delighted to host the "New Jersey-Mexico Business Conference" organized by our friends from the United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce, Northeast Chapter and the Consulate General of Mexico in New Brunswick. We appreciate the support of Choose New Jersey, Inc. and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) in advancing the business agenda between the Garden State and Mexico. Thanks to the executives that spoke in the panels and our appreciation to Lilia Rios, founder of La Providencia and member of the NJCU School of Business advisory board. Looking forward to continue this important dialogue. #economicmobility #internationaleducation Andrés Acebo Mariana Diaz-Nagore Alejandro Ramos, CFA

The Guarini Institute at NJCU is proud to host and sponsor the "New Jersey-Mexico Business Conference" organized by our friends from the United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce, Northeast Chapter and the Mexican Consulate in New Brunswick. The conference will address timely topics like New Jersey-Mexico supply chains, export/import opportunities, partnering in New Jersey with Mexican companies and the contributions of the Mexican and Mexican-American community in New Jersey. Register today in the conference website. #economicmobility #internationaleducation #economicdevelopment #supplychains #entrepreneurs #smallbusinesses Andrés Acebo Alejandro Ramos, CFA Mariana Diaz-Nagore

Today, we honor the birthday and legacy of the Honorable Frank J. Guarini, a visionary leader whose unwavering commitment to advancing educational opportunities has empowered countless individuals to pursue their dreams and make meaningful contributions to society, both locally and globally. The Guarini Institute at New Jersey City University stands as a powerful symbol of his commitment to education and economic mobility. Through his remarkable support, the Institute has become a hub for innovative international partnerships and for advancing economic mobility of NJCU students, their families and underserved communities everywhere. On this special day, we express our heartfelt gratitude to the Honorable Frank J. Guarini. His legacy continues to inspire and uplift, creating a brighter future for all who are impacted by the work of the Guarini Institute at NJCU. Thank you, Frank, for your enduring commitment to education and for making a lasting difference in the world. #internationaleducation #economicmobility Andrés Acebo, Donna Breault, Ira Thor

Today, we honor the birthday and legacy of the Honorable Frank J. Guarini, a visionary leader whose unwavering commitment to advancing educational opportunities has empowered countless individuals to pursue their dreams and make meaningful contributions to society, both locally and globally. The Guarini Institute at New Jersey City University stands as a powerful symbol of his commitment to education and economic mobility. Through his remarkable support, the Institute has become a hub for innovative international partnerships and for advancing economic mobility of NJCU students, their families and underserved communities everywhere. On this special day, we express our heartfelt gratitude to the Honorable Frank J. Guarini. His legacy continues to inspire and uplift, creating a brighter future for all who are impacted by the work of the Guarini Institute at NJCU. Thank you, Frank, for your enduring commitment to education and for making a lasting difference in the world. #internationaleducation #economicmobility Andrés Acebo, Donna Breault, Ira Thor

Why is New Jersey City University critical in Hudson County? The recent research of Raj Chetty and Opportunity Insights shows that opportunities for economic mobility at Hudson County have decreased in the last decades. While the percent change in household income at age 27 between people born in 1978 versus people born in 1992 is a concerning -9%, NJCU is one of the top universities in the nation for economic mobility. #economicmobility #highereducation Andrés Acebo Guarini Institute at NJCU

Advancing New Jersey City University goal of expediting access to higher education for Latino and Latin American students. The Guarini Institute at NJCU met with Governor Elect of the State of Puebla, Mexico, to plan student exchanges and academic programs to support the economic development of Poblanos and Mexican-Americans in NJ. Thanks to Consul General in NJ Mariana Diaz-Nagore for her support and to our friend Manuel Guerrero for coordinating the meeting. Thanks to President Andrés Acebo for his leadership at NJCU and his vision to connect with nuestra cominidad. #internationaleducation #economicmobility

A study by the?National Children’s Cancer Society?notes that 25 percent of families impacted by childhood cancer lose 40 percent of their income. Join us for a virtual panel discussion on June 11 @ 1pm ET about childhood cancer and economic mobility. During the discussion,?Theresa Segui,?Executive Director of?Ocean of Love, will provide insight on the financial challenges faced by families impacted by childhood cancer.?Michelle Fritsch, the Cancer Coordinator for the?Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Center?and President of?Association of Pediatric Oncology Social Workers?(APOSW), will lead a conversation on navigating the challenges of securing financial assistance for families affected by childhood cancer.?Michael Prilutsky,?President and Chief Executive Officer of the?Jersey City Medical Center,?will present dialogue on the economic impact of chronic illnesses like childhood cancer in communities. NJCU President Andrés Acebo will open the event and Mussab Ali, Director of?Vote16USA and candidate for mayor of Jersey City, will extend closing remarks. The panel will also launch the portal brokenNotBroke.org created by the Guarini Institute to shed light on the profound economic toll of childhood cancer on families and mitigate this burden by fostering meaningful connections between patients and the resources available.

Two more weeks for the launch of brokenNotBroke.org! Designed by the Guarini Institute at New Jersey City University, the portal offers quick access to information about more than 450 nationwide organizations offering financial support to families of pediatric cancer patients. To celebrate the launch, the Guarini Institute will host the webinar: "Financial support for families facing childhood cancer" on June 11 @ 1pmET. Panelists include leaders from medical institutions, social workers associations and foundations supporting childhood cancer. These experts will discuss the impact of childhood cancer in the financial stability and economic mobility of patients and their families. Comment below if you are interested in receiving an invite. #pediatriconcology #childhoodcancer #economicmobility #financialstability