I' ve traversed this path - Courage to traverse the threshold

NEW! Poetry US Poems by Andrew Benson Greene (Part of a collection of Poems and experiences in USA) 1.    Freedom Compromised. (Written in May-August 2019). At last freedom has been compromised In the land of the free and brave. If only the laws were not revised, I will run towards the foot of ‘Lady Liberty’ with hopes to be saved. And now from the bridges of New York to New Mexico. I can walk and talk freely in the home of the free and brave And listen to a volcano of voices that will re-echo, What the ‘Founding Fathers’ in their true and distinct spirit gave. There is a call to maintain the statuesqoe In the home of the free and brave. Where a throng will be lining up in search of a life of warm embrace. From all ages and all races, not expecting to be disgraced, Like a migrant - Or an immigrant, Like an asylee - Or a refugee, I will run towards ‘Lady Liberty’ with assuran...

By Andrew Benson Greene ©written on May 6th 2020 That's the worst coronation, You brought upon our generation.                                                                                              That’s one of the most brutal sovereignty,                                                                                                          Our world has ever seen.                            ...

 Congratulations to Chancellor Jay A. Perman, MD, who strengthened the  University's pursuit of excellence in education, research, clinical care, and public service for a decade'. University of Maryland, Baltimore @UMBaltimore · On December 12th, the University of Maryland Baltimore gave a fitting farewell to a remarkable leader, Jay A. Perman, MD, President. During his leadership, the school excelled in sundry ways in improving health research to help African communities, uplifting lives in communities in Baltimore and many more. At the event, President Perman was greeted by staff and faculty, students, and workers all of whom worked tirelessly to make UMB a great learning experience, and to radiate that learning experience to beam out positively to the larger society . A video was screened which unveiled his outstanding contributions to UMB and Maryland, as well as a decade long experiences in making a difference beyond the confines of Maryland. ...

  I am aware that what is deeply embedded in the mission of health workers is to make societal impact, and deeply embedded in our society are health disparities that require the attention of nurses, doctors and health professionals alike. - Andrew Benson Greene excerpt from speech at Maryland School of Nursing. "Thank you, Professor Lori Edwards, for the opportunity to talk to you and your students in the class of Society, Health and Justice in the School of Nursing. My name is Andrew Benson Greene and I come from Sierra Leone in West Africa where I was born and raised and where I was active for many years in rebuilding the lives of children and youth w ho faced unprecedented violence. I am a Board member of the Maryland United for Peace and Justice, among others. I am also currently enrolled as a student of the University of Maryland - Francis King Carey King School of Law, MSL Program, specializing in Patent Law. When societies are confronted with soci...

The purple effect From October 19-21 2019, I joined others for the annual American Promise event National Citizen Leadership Conference, which took place  at the Hilton Crystal City in Arlington, VA.  Participants were provided with a unique opportunity to connect with Americans from all the 50 states. Undoubtedly, these are motivated citizens who are truly passionate about seizing the opportunity for once-in-a-generation structural reforms at such a critical time when it is needed most. in the country. The event embraced all people whether participants came from a business background or  a student, a faith leader, a farmer, a philanthropist or a political leader, It bridges the political divide between Independent, Republican or Democrat, and geared towards making a better America for families and the wider society. At American Promise, they see a democratic society that is being flawed by big money in politics and political corruption, and they want ...

...These streetcars in Kansas City are innovative modes of transportation that are helping the residents and visitors alike, commute around with ease of access. It's part of my experience at the ESHIP Summit 19 , and this drives innovation in the Kansas City and beyond. Andrew Benson Greene    ESHIP 2019       And I found my tribe Arriving in Kansas City (KC) on May 20th, 2019, for the Kauffman Foundation ESHIP summit, I found myself amidst a torrential downpour, the weather adding a touch of drama to the night. Eager to reach the Holiday Inn Hotel in downtown Kansas City, graciously arranged by the Linux Foundation, I hesitated at the intersection, weighing the options of Uber versus a traditional taxi. It was then that a fellow traveler, a local of KC, pointed out a more convenient mode of transportation—the Streetcar—mere minutes away from our location. As I boarded...