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SI&A Confirms Alarming Trends in Distance Learning; Early Data on Chronic Absenteeism
The California Department of Education (CDE) reaches out to School Innovations & Achievement (SI&A) for an early analysis on chronic absenteeism. With over 10 years' experience in K-12 attendance management, SI&A is a leading provider of data trends and data analytics. SI&A's early data reveals attendance taking practices must be modified. - November 19, 2020 - School Innovations & Achievement
Nation United Foundation Launches “The Incident Report” to Help Increase Awareness and Address Acts of Hatred, Racism & Discrimination in Lacrosse
Nation United Foundation, nonprofit affiliate of Nation United Lacrosse, launches “The Incident Report” for the purpose of increasing awareness and addressing acts of racism in lacrosse. The organization began beta testing the portal on August 3, 2020. The Incident Report is a virtual... - November 14, 2020 - Nation United Foundation
Be Strong International Awarded Funds to Expand Programs for Needy Children
Be Strong International (BSI) was awarded $10,000 from the Community Recovery Fund at The Miami Foundation to benefit youth residing in South Dade. With these funds, BSI plans to expand services and programs through organizational capacity and reach, and funds will directly benefit needy and low-income children. - November 13, 2020 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Be Strong Int’l Expands Program Offerings for Restoring Broken Marriages and Community Relationships
Be Strong International (BSI) has two innovative new programs to re-engage broken relationships in marriage and also in the community caused by social justice concerns. - November 13, 2020 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Leadership Book "CLIMAX: What Great Leaders Need Love Affairs" by Emily Liu Released by New Chapter Press
Transformational Leadership and Relationship Coach, Spiritual Healer and Teacher, Emily W. Liu Has Released a New Book - November 11, 2020 - New Chapter Press
"Wake Up Olivia," New Children's Book Inspires and Entertains Readers
"This is a story that children and parents will love. It offers the reader an empowering perspective for developing a loving, self-identity." - Fran Briggs, Publicist to Detrell and Jasmin Hawkins - November 10, 2020 - eMediaCampaigns!
Denver Passes Historic, Resident-Led Climate Action Funding Initiative
This week Denver voters approved Ballot Measure 2A, pushing Denver to the forefront of the national climate movement. The tax-raising measure is the result of two years of community-led activism, a six month comprehensive stakeholder engagement process, and multiple City-Council hearings to define... - November 09, 2020 - Resilient Denver
"Na Kaminda" Detects Increasing Numbers of US Citizens Relocating to the Dutch Caribbean to Escape Polarization
The number of US citizens searching for options permanently to leave their home country has risen significantly, due to polarization. - November 09, 2020 - Na Kaminda
Medicare Insurance Agency Reports Busiest Year on Record
With 44 million Americans currently enrolled in Medicare, it’s no surprise that some of the nation’s largest brokers are experiencing their busiest days of the year right now. That’s because the country is in the middle of what’s known as “Medicare Open... - November 07, 2020 - Bridlewood Insurance Services
26th Annual Black Harvest Film Festival World Premiere: "BLACK Mama Sable"
Filmmaker Okema Gunn Creates Short Film from Perspectives about the Chicago Riots, Police Brutality, Pandemic and Struggles of African-Americans - November 07, 2020 - 7 Gunn Media
Future Horizons Presents "COVID Isn’t Fair!"
Future Horizons offer books that help support teachers, parents, family members, and caretakers improve their understanding of ASD and be able to build a foundation of positive growth, both intellectually and emotionally. - November 06, 2020 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Dementia Society of America Presents "Broadway Alive!"
The Dementia Society of America® will be presenting its first online fundraising entertainment program on Sunday evening, November 22, 2020, at 6:00 pm (ET). The program, called "Broadway Alive!™," will feature a special performance by Keith Spencer, a nationally recognized... - November 05, 2020 - Dementia Society of America
West Palm Beach Kiwanis Club Speaks Up for Kids with Generous Computer Donation
Twenty new Dell computers were donated to bridge the technology gap for Palm Beach County child victims of abuse. - November 05, 2020 - Speak Up for Kids
Best Social Media Campaigns to be Named by Web Marketing Association
The Web Marketing Association judges will select the best social media campaigns in 86 industries as part of their 19th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. The IAC Awards are the first and only industry-based advertising award competition dedicated exclusively to online advertising. Anyone wishing to nominate their social media work for consideration may do so at www.IACAward.org before the deadline of January 29, 2021. - November 04, 2020 - Web Marketing Association
Judge Elizabeth Davis Frizell, Candidate for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Place 3, Could be the First African American Woman to Serve on Texas’ Highest Court
If elected, Judge Frizell will be the first African American woman to serve on the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Place 3, unseating Republican incumbent Judge Bert Richardson. - November 04, 2020 - Elizabeth Davis Frizell
Black Women’s Health Imperative Launches Anti-Tobacco and Vaping Program at Seven HBCU Campuses with Support of the Robert Wood Johnson
The Two Organizations Collaborate with an Innovative New Program, Aimed at Empowering Black Women Leaders to Lead the Fight Against Tobacco and Vaping Use - November 03, 2020 - Black Women's Health Imperative
Liberian National Trivia Team to Compete at the Quiz Olympiad
November 2021 Event Features Teams from Across the Globe - November 02, 2020 - Toutant Intellectual Competition Fund
Be Strong International to Feed 500 Families for First Thanksgiving Food Distribution
With the help of sponsors and volunteers, Be Strong International will distribute food to 500 families on the Friday before Thanksgiving. - October 31, 2020 - Be Strong International, Inc.
Webinar Features 3 Global Experts Speaking on Islamic Home Finance and Social Justice in U.S.
Equity and justice have always been at the core of Islamic financial principles, and that’s drawing a fast-growing number of Americans to choose an Islamic alternative to a mortgage loan when they buy or refinance their home. Learn why at a webinar Nov. 1 on Islamic Home Finance and the... - October 31, 2020 - Guidance Residential
Financial Connection to Breast Cancer - All Women Financial Firm, Urban Wealth Management Assists Women
Researchers have connected the term "financial toxicity" to breast cancer. And while the energy of the woman diagnosed with breast cancer should be on healing and taking care of herself; life can spiral out of control and money is the root cause. Urban Wealth Management, an All Woman Financial Firm in Los Angeles is assisting women in getting their financial life in gear and focus on healing and living the life they desire and deserve. - October 30, 2020 - Urban Wealth Management
Delta Offshore Energy Signs $3 Billion LNG to Power 3.2 GW Power Plant Agreement: Wilbur Ross, Indo Pacific Business Forum 2020
Delta Offshore Energy, as a project owner, signed a Master Teaming Agreement between Bechtel Corporation, General Electric, and McDermott Inc. for the development of the Bac Lieu LNG-to-power project worth more than $3 Billion of U.S. equipment and services. U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross... - October 29, 2020 - Delta Offshore Energy
Ebony Young Takes Helm of The Lonely Entrepreneur 501(c)(3)
Ebony Young, noted corporate and community leader, has joined The Lonely Entrepreneur as President of the organization's non-profit operations. Young will drive the organization's mission to provide 1 million entrepreneurs worldwide with access to tools, resources and support they need to help their businesses survive and thrive. - October 29, 2020 - The Lonely Entrepreneur
Vascular Care Leaders Applaud Rep. Ruben Gallego for Co-Sponsoring Bill to Address Health Inequities in Peripheral Artery Disease
The Amputation Reduction and Compassion (ARC) Act aims to prevent amputations by expanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage for PAD and establishing a PAD education program. - October 28, 2020 - CardioVascular Coalition
P.O.W.E.R. Announces Their Ladies Night Wine and Cheese Networking Event Hosted by Founder, Tonia DeCosimo
P.O.W.E.R.-Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized is excited to announce their Ladies Night Wine and Cheese Networking Event hosted by Founder, Tonia DeCosimo on November 10, 2020. P.O.W.E.R.’s networking events are intimate events with keynote speakers focusing on timely... - October 28, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Vascular Care Leaders Applaud Rep. Donald Payne, Jr. for Introducing Bill to Address Health Inequities in Peripheral Artery Disease
The Amputation Reduction and Compassion (ARC) Act aims to prevent amputations by expanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage for PAD and establishing a PAD education program. - October 27, 2020 - CardioVascular Coalition
Cathy Marshall, CaDori Brands LLC Showcased on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square by P.O.W.E.R.
Cathy Marshall of Katy, Texas has been showcased on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and contributions in the fields of self-empowerment, nonprofit and volunteering. - October 27, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Las Vegas Portrait Photographer Christian Purdie Adds a New Twist on Holiday Family Portrait Photography Sessions
Christian and his team aren’t just looking for a photo to put on social media or something that families send out to friends and loved ones. They are creating artwork with families that they will hang on the walls of their homes for generations. - October 26, 2020 - Christian Purdie Photography
School Innovations & Achievement (SI&A) Announces Latest Partnership with Troup County School Systems to Improve Attendance and Inspire Action
Leadership in Troup County Schools is not about establishing power, but inspiring community and trust. With a proven track record, SI&A's flagship product, The Achievement Initiative, powered by Attention2Attendance (A2A), works with school districts to track students and provide services to intervene and report on student attendance, increase attendance rates, reduce dropout rates, increase parent engagement and communication and enhance campus culture overall. - October 26, 2020 - School Innovations & Achievement
Bridlewood Insurance Now Offering Assistance with Medicare Enrollment from Oct. 15 Through Dec. 7
Bridlewood Insurance, the Industry leader in Medicare assistance, is offering assistance with Medicare enrollment from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7. - October 26, 2020 - Bridlewood Insurance Services
Antis Roofing Receives 2020 Leadership Award from Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Although not Hispanic-owned, the company is recognized for its commitment to Hispanic advancement and community involvement. Nearly 90% of the employees are of Hispanic descent. - October 26, 2020 - Antis Roofing and Waterproofing
Scientology Nashville Promotes Religious Freedom Day 2020
The Church of Scientology Nashville typically holds a special service to observe Religious Freedom Day and educate all attendees on the importance of the day. - October 24, 2020 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
New Self-Help Book Outlines a Fail-Proof Study Plan
"How To Beat A Rigged School System: 13 Steps to 100%," is a new book by author Nicolette Piaubert that lays out clear cut steps any student in any grade level can apply to do better in school. - October 23, 2020 - Gab-Nic Excelsior Nursing Tutoring Center
The Lurnist Show Celebrates Women Working in Agile
Debra Hildebrand, CEO and Founder of LurnAgile, an Agile training and coaching firm, starts a BusinessRadioX show that highlights women working in the Agile field. - October 23, 2020 - LurnAgile
Virtual Women-We Can Conference on November 5-6
Conference on "Women and COVID-19: Challenges, Opportunities and The Way Forward" will bring together game-changers and exponential thinkers to light the spark of the change as they inspire hundreds of women waiting for a beacon of hope. - October 23, 2020 - Women We Can
Jamie R. Wright, LLC - Surviving Domestic Violence (DV) During COVID-19 and the Importance of Overcoming the Shame and Learning to Love Yourself Again
While the world struggles with the COVID-19 pandemic, an insidious problem continues unabated. Domestic violence during the pandemic is more hurtful and damaging than at any other time, and offering a helping hand is Jamie R. Wright, a survivor turned coach, author and advocate. The trauma and shame of domestic violence affect many and more so today when many people are quarantined, isolated, or locked in. - October 23, 2020 - Jamie R. Wright, LLC
Artist Tumbleweed Announces New Controversial Music Video, Targeting Trump and His Gang
In association with dustblownrecords, Versace L.A. presents the song “Somebody Anybody,” a compelling anthem by artist Tumbleweed, which has evolved into a beautiful and thought-provoking music video that makes a statement by spotlighting America’s current turbulent times. The... - October 21, 2020 - Golden Calf Productions
Mobiblade: One-Stop Solution for Marketers to Reach the Chinese Audience
Mobiblade, a leading digital performance agency, is pleased to inform its clients that as the industry experts on the Chinese market, it continues to enhance its services by offering an expanding range of tools, enabling ad campaigns to be created quickly and easily. - October 21, 2020 - Mobiblade Europe Ltd.
E.J. Wade Releases a New Book About the Events of 1877 and the Rise of Ida B. Wells
The historic icon, Ida B. Wells-Barnett, is starting to generate new interest from young readers. - October 20, 2020 - E.J. Wade
New Documentary Film OPEN FIELD Profiles the Hard-Hitting World Champions of Women’s Football and Their Drive to Earn Greatness, Recognition and Respect
The Austin Film Festival and Tallgrass Film Festival’s virtual filmgoers will soon feel the impact of OPEN FIELD, an unforgettable journey into the heart of American women’s football as told through the eyes of legendary quarterback Sami Grisafe, San Francisco 49ers Assistant Coach... - October 19, 2020 - Vanguard Muse
Author Jade’s Desire to Appear at Chicago Book Signing
Tasteful Treasures is proud to announce the upcoming book signing event of author and certified sexual expert Jade’s Desire at the Haven Entertainment Center - Room 43 on Saturday, October 31 beginning at 9p.m. Jade’s Desire will be signing copies of the "The Real Thoughts of A... - October 19, 2020 - Tasteful Treasures
Las Vegas Event Photographer Christian Purdie Lights Massive Spaces During Corporate Events
Las Vegas has a wide venue selection. Every Casino has a convention or conference hall, restaurants, large nightclubs and different types of rooms. Christian Purdie is a native and being a corporate event photographer in Las Vegas he understands and has experience in all of the venues. - October 19, 2020 - Christian Purdie Photography
Faith Fights Food Waste Launched on World Food Day
Food Waste Weekend relaunched as Faith Fights Food Waste Enabling Clergy of All Faiths to Give Food Waste Sermons Throughout Year - October 18, 2020 - AmpleHarvest.org
Latina Business Owner Sidelined by Pandemic Receives Nationwide Recognition for Farmworker Caravans
Darlene Tenes, founder of CasaQ by Darlene, is being recognized by AARP®, Brawny® Paper Towels, Modern Latina and Latina Coalition for the inspiring work she has done in her community to benefit the country’s most essential workers. - October 17, 2020 - CasaQ
A New Era for Bodega Body
Bodega Body today announced the launch of its brand-new apparel line, a new apparel with the mission of helping people find health and wellness. This product line offers a way for people to vocally fight for the issues they believe in, while wearing clothing items that help them build self-confidence. - October 17, 2020 - Bodega Body
Malik Yusef Collaborates with Roc Nation and Vic Mensa on Creating the Reprise
Malik Yusef collaborates with Roc Nation and Vic Mensa on creating the Reprise: A Roc Nation Album a collection of songs curated by Roc Nation with hopes of bringing awareness to social justice issues. Available now on all platforms. The Reprise Roc Nation album provided a soundtrack for peaceful... - October 16, 2020 - Malik Yusef
Korea Cosmeceutical Brand TOAS, Brand Launch in Vietnam
TOAS Co., Ltd., a Korean company, is entering the Vietnamese market and launching a brand. TOAS is a cosmetics manufacturer that specializes in the distribution of dermatology, hospitals, and clinics for cosmeceutical cosmetics, a combination of cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, since its... - October 16, 2020 - TOAS Co., Ltd.
Technology Coast Partners Announces Partnership to Bring the Procore Platform to the Latin American Markets Through Their Joint Initiative: TCP for Construction
Technology Coast Partners (TCP) announced today a partnership with Procore, a leading provider of construction management software. Under the TCP for Construction division, the partnership will bring the Procore platform into Latin American markets for mid and large construction companies... - October 15, 2020 - Technology Coast Partners
Co-Founders of Canadian Federation for Citizenship Have Announced the Appointment of an Advisory Board Member
Canadian Federation For Citizenship’s mission to promote citizenship is steered by the principles that: Citizenship is a notable relationship that binds all Canadians, and, that it requires one to be accountable for others. - October 15, 2020 - Canadian Federation For Citizenship
CloudWave and Neptuno Partner to Deliver Cloud Services to Hospitals Utilizing the MEDITECH EMR/EHR in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean
CloudWave offers fully managed, HIPAA-compliant hosting of the MEDITECH Electronic Health Record and a wide range of other healthcare applications with the newly expanded OpSus Healthcare Cloud. - October 14, 2020 - CloudWave
DeltaOE Presented Its Consortium Partners at the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony for the 3200 MW LNG-to-Power Plant Project in Bac Lieu
A significant milestone has been reached in the development of a USD 4 billion investment 3200 MW power plant in Bac Lieu Province, Vietnam which is the country’s largest Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) project in 2020 as well as the largest ever in history of the Mekong Delta. This High... - October 13, 2020 - Delta Offshore Energy