Charity News from Tuesday, Jun. 8, 2004The Nature Conservancy Makes Short List for Prestigious Alcan PrizeThe Nature Conservancy | The Nature Conservancy has been named to the short list for the US $1-million Alcan Prize for Sustainability by The Prince of Wales International Business Leaders Forum (IBLF). Four Tourist Destinations Named Best Worldwide Conservation International | Conservation International (CI) and National Geographic Traveler magazine announced today the winners of the 2004 World Legacy Award, given to environmental and social leaders in tourism. CMHS Director Discusses Mental Health System Improvements at NMHA Annual Meeting National Mental Health Association | Kathryn Power, Director of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's Center for Mental Health Services, will join mental health leaders from across the nation to discuss plans to transform the nation's mental health system. Advocates Postpone Capitol Hill "Parity Now" Rally Scheduled for June 10 National Mental Health Association | Out of respect for former President Ronald Reagan and the many Americans who plan to gather at the Capitol to pay their respects, mental health advocates yesterday postponed the "Parity Now" rally scheduled for June 10. NMHA Honors Four Policymakers for Leadership in Mental Health National Mental Health Association | For their steadfast efforts to improve America's mental health, the National Mental Health Association will award four members of Congress with Legislator of the Year awards. NMHA Recognizes Outstanding Service in Mental Health Field National Mental Health Association | The National Mental Health Association will present three awards to members of the mental health community who have worked toward helping others better understand and cope with mental illness. NMHA to Present Highest Honors to Mental Health Advocates National Mental Health Association | The National Mental Health Association will present three awards on June 12, at the closing night dinner of its annual conference in Washington, D.C., that represent exemplary service and commitment to the mental health movement. States Awarded Grant for Colorectal Cancer Prevention Educational Program Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation | Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation to work with colorectal cancer stakeholders to help accomplish colorectal cancer screening objectives in the state comprehensive cancer control plan.
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