A Look at Wounded Warrior Project’s Carry Forward 5K

October 5, 2019 drandykhawaja Leave a comment

US Flag Photo by Todd Trapani on Unsplash

Since 2006, Andy Khawaja has served as founding CEO of Allied Wallet, an award-winning digital payment solutions company. Over the years, Andy Khawaja has used his company’s success to support various organizations, including Wounded Warrior Project.

In its efforts to assist military veterans and their families, Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) relies on the support of volunteers and donors. One way the organization raises money is through events such as its Carry Forward 5K.

Founded in 2018, WWP’s Carry Forward 5K is a unique fundraiser and fitness challenge that gives participants the opportunity to test their strength and stamina while raising money for the nation’s military community. Carry Forward events consist of a 5K challenge during which participants can carry a flag, a weight, or another participant.

Currently, Carry Forward 5Ks are held in four cities across the nation. In addition to San Diego and Nashville, the events are held in San Antonio and Jacksonville, Florida, between late August and early November. The final Carry Forward of 2019 will take place November 9 in Jacksonville.

Funds raised through Carry Forward events directly benefit WWP programs and services. This includes the group’s Warrior Care Network, which is advancing treatment for veterans dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, and other combat-related conditions.

More information about the Carry Forward 5K and other ways to support WWP is available at http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org

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How Trained Canines Support Police Work

September 27, 2019 drandykhawaja Leave a comment

K9 Police Dogs in training Photo by Patrick Hendry on Unsplash

Widely renowned for his entrepreneurial ventures, including the multinational payment gateway Allied Wallet, Dr. Andy Khawaja is also a prominent philanthropist. Dr. Andy Khawaja supports dozens of domestic and globally focused organizations, including the work of the Los Angeles County Police Canine Association (LACPCA). The LACPCA raises awareness on the important work performed by trained police dogs.

K9 police officers work very closely with trained dogs to find evidence. Police dogs play a crucial role in solving a number of different types of cases:

Missing person: Police dogs can be trained to detect the smell of a specific individual. Once familiar with the scent, these dogs can track that smell over a large area. These types of dogs are useful for locating missing hikers or abduction victims.

Narcotics: K9s can also detect the presence of illicit substances. If a dog picks up the scent of marijuana, heroin, or other drugs, it will alert its handler. From there, the officer will conduct a more thorough search and test any uncovered substances.

Devices: As technology evolves and more evidence is stored on electronic devices, more K9 units are training their dogs to locate items such as memory cards and flash drives. This makes canines invaluable for home searches where the suspects attempt to hide electronic evidence.

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Wounded Warrior Project Warriors to Work Program

September 11, 2019 drandykhawaja Leave a comment

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In addition to overseeing the expansion of the global online payment system Allied Wallet, pioneering entrepreneur Dr. Andy Khawaja is a noted motivational speaker and humanitarian. Dr. Andy Khawaja has organized charity events on behalf of several worthy causes, including the Wounded Warrior Project.

Since 2003, the Wounded Warrior Project has served as a supportive resource for veterans injured in any of the armed conflicts arising after the September 11th terrorist attacks. The organization addresses the emotional, social, and medical needs of soldiers returning home. The Warriors to Work program was designed to support veterans during their transition into the civilian job market.

The program offers resume-writing services and mock interviews to help returning soldiers build their confidence. Further, the Wounded Warrior Project works with employers who are interested in hiring warriors, and educates them on how to provide proper accommodations in the workplace. Warriors can also access an extensive job database of companies seeking veteran applicants.

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UNICEF and Conceptos Plasticos Launch Recycled Plastic Brick Factory

August 29, 2019 drandykhawaja Leave a comment

The founder and CEO of Allied Wallet, Dr. Andy Khawaja has expanded the company into one of the leading businesses in the digital payments industry. Dr. Andy Khawaja gives back to the community by contributing to various nonprofit organizations, including UNICEF.

An international humanitarian aid organization dedicated to saving the lives and defending the rights of children, UNICEF partnered with Conceptos Plasticos, a social enterprise in Colombia, to launch Africa’s first-ever recycled plastic brick factory. The factory will be the main hub for transforming plastic waste into construction materials.

Abidjan, a city in West Africa, produces more than 280 metric tons of plastic waste, with 95 percent ending up in landfills that are home to many people with low incomes. When the plastic brick factory is operational, it will recycle nearly 10,000 metric tons of plastic waste each year and turn it into durable, fire-resistant, and affordable bricks to build houses, classrooms, and other buildings. The factory will also reduce environmental harm and provide jobs to vulnerable families.

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