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Empower and Uplift Your Child Dr. Vasquez’s Chapter Books Encourage Healthy Self-Identity in Your Child
An integral part of building self-esteem is embedding deep-seated empowerment within our children. Diversity awareness is another key factor that teaches our children how to respect similarities and differences of others. By doing so, perhaps we can decrease the devastating statistics of bullying behaviors in our nation’s schools and communities. - April 07, 2014 - Books That Sow: Strength, Character & Diversity, DBA
San Diego Educators Win FedEx Grant
Teacher Lee Play-To-Learn, a San Diego-based education nonprofit, has been awarded a second place prize in the FedEx Small Business Grant contest. - April 02, 2014 - Teacher Lee Play-To-Learn, Inc.
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Doni-Jo Minor-Munro
Doni-Jo Minor-Munro of Santa Maria, California, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Educational Programs. - April 02, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
D.C.'s Historic First Libertarian Primary Tuesday
There are 4 political party primaries in Washington, D.C. Tuesday - Democrats, Republicans, Statehood Greens, and for the first time Libertarians. Libertarians have 7 candidates on the ballot in 7 races, mayor, Congress, Shadow Senator, Shadow Rep, City Council at Large, Ward 3 city council, Ward 6 city council, and a write in candidate for City Council chair. DC allows same day registration for those not registered. Others may ask for special ballots to vote in the primary of their choice. - April 01, 2014 - D.C. Libertarian Party
Filmmaker Draws from Experience as a Mentor with New Novel
Filmmaker seeks to use crowdfunding and new novel to finish film about the importance of black men mentoring young black boys. - March 31, 2014 - Meroen Press
The American Foreign Service Association in Washington, D.C. Arranged for Patricia McArdle, Retired U.S. Diplomat and Award-Winning Author to Speak at Shepherd University
The American Foreign Service Association in Washington, D.C. arranged for Patricia McArdle, retired U.S. diplomat, screenwriter, and Winner of the 2010 Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award for her book, Farishta, to speak during a keynote luncheon co-sponsored by Women for Shepherd University, the... - March 29, 2014 - Harambee Conference, LLC.
Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day
US; April 24, 2014 - March 26, 2014 - Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work Foundation
Futures of Women 2030 Thought Experiment Launched by The Futures Forum
The Futures Forum launches global thought experiment on the futures of women with a view to engaging at least 500 people. - March 26, 2014 - The Futures Forum
Civic Leader Robert Renteria Challenges Schools and Politicians to Revisit "Best Practices"
eMediaCampaigns! author offers alternative for Chicago's K-12 Best Practices. - March 25, 2014 - eMediaCampaigns!
BobbleRoos Partners with Girl Scout Troop to Donate Toddler Pillows to Chicago Women’s Shelter
BobbleRoos partnered with Chicago-based Girl Scout Troop 20469 to donate 50 toddler pillows to be used as travel pillows to Sarah’s Circle – a women’s shelter in Chicago, IL as part of a service project for the Girl Scout Bronze Award. - March 24, 2014 - BobbleRoos by RS Kids Inc.
Recognition and Gratitude Go Hand-in-Hand
Dr. Clayton Lawrence takes the opportunity to thank a host of supporters after being recognized by the Washington Business Journal as a 2014 Minority Business Leader Award Winner. - March 22, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Ira Pope Helps Readers Overcome Temptation Using "True" Faith in God in New Book "Temptation: Lessons from Trials in the Wilderness"
The new book "Temptation: Lessons from Trials in the Wilderness" uses biblical texts to educate readers on dangers of temptation and the power available to help overcome. - March 14, 2014 - Kingdom Cadence Ministries
New Children's Book Teaches Kids How to Use the Key to Unlock the Power Inside
Author Donna McGoff announces the release of “The Power of Goal Setting”. Learning at an early age how to use a simple skill shows kids that they have the power to create their own destiny. Donna McGoff’s new book, “The Power of Goal Setting”, uses goal setting as a... - March 13, 2014 - Donna McGoff
NAPW’s VIP Woman of the Year Was a Possible Candidate for President of the United States in 2012
Rayna M. Gangi, the National Association of Professional Women’s newest Woman of the Year, once tested the waters to become the first woman to head the most powerful office on earth. - March 11, 2014 - Empowerment, LLC
Free Wheelchair Mission Recognized as Top Orange County Nonprofit at 2014 OC Coast Magazine Community Awards
Free Wheelchair Mission takes home the honor of Top Orange County Nonprofit at second Coast Community Awards. - March 11, 2014 - Free Wheelchair Mission
The Faram Research Foundation Discovers a 26,000+ Year Old Science Which is Destined to Change History
Touted to change world history forever, the ancient science named "Geoglyphology", by The Faram Research Foundation, will revolutionize Archaeology. - March 07, 2014 - The Faram Foundation
Pastor Launches Simple System to Help People Pray Better
After researching prayer for over 25 years, Rev. John Arnold, author of the blog, The Practical Disciple, reveals a unique system to strengthen your prayer life in his 2nd edition release of ”Tips On Prayer, The Quickstart Guide to Improving Your Prayer Life.” For anyone looking for practical actionable ideas to deepen their relationship with God this easy-to-follow guide is a must read. - March 05, 2014 - The Practical Disciple
Salesforce.com Foundation Raises Over $35,000 for Quality Education in Tanzania, Africa
Funds being used to build library impacting more than 50,000 people, and scholarships for orphaned children. - March 04, 2014 - Make A Difference (MAD) Now
The Modern Day Elijah and His Message Revealed by The Messiah Network
The Messiah Network, in recognition of the overwhelming response to ‘Your Perfect Prayer To God’, suggests that Neil H. Brandt is expressing the Message of Elijah as noted in the Bible. Malachi 4:5-6 (Elijah 864 B.C. / Malachi 450 – 400 B.C. King James Bible) “5. Behold, I... - March 04, 2014 - The Messiah Network
Celestine Publishing Released New and Epic End-of-Days Novel, “The Return of Enoch”
Celestine Publishing announced the release of “The Return of Enoch,” a new and epic end-of-days novel based on events prophesied only in Latter-day Saint scripture. It is a fictional account of a true event that will precede the predicted Millennium of Peace and with certainty will change the world’s religious views on the fastest growing religion of our day. - March 04, 2014 - Celestine Publishing, LLC
Afro-American Model’s Secret - Exposed New Product Keeps Face & Hands Looking Younger
A new anti-aging and skin beauty cream-used by Afro-American Models-is now available to the public. It’s an advanced exfoliant that can be used at home, if only one day a week, to provide a smoother, more radiant appearance, especially for hands and face. Models gain a more youthful,... - March 03, 2014 - Reviva Labs
Chattanooga Wedding Officiants Signals "New Game in Town" for Couples Wanting Control of Their Wedding Ceremonies
Article reports the rising trend of non-religious and/or "spiritual" couples in the United States who are in need non-traditional wedding officiants to officiate their weddings (as well as other types of couples who are require an alternative to orthodox church-based ministers), and centers on the services offered by by Chattanooga, Tennessee-based company, Chattanooga Wedding Officiants, seeking to meet this need. - March 02, 2014 - Chattanooga Wedding Officiants
Domestic Violence Survivor to Create YouTube Series on Women in Technology at SXSW
Ini Augustine overcame homelessness, domestic abuse, and economic misfortune to create SocialWise Media Group in 2011. She is Aspiring Businesswoman of the year 2013 for NAWBO, The National Association of Women Business Owners. She started her career with Dun & Bradstreet at the age of 15, and became the youngest Financial Data Consultant in the history of the company. - March 01, 2014 - SocialWise Media Group
Immigration Lawyer Shah Peerally Emerging as a Book Author with His Inspirational Legal Fiction, "The Immigration Lawyer Asylum"
Shah Peerally, a well known attorney in California practicing immigration law has released his book, "The Immigration Lawyer-Asylum," on Amazon.com, Kindle and audio on Audible.com. The book, although an entertaining fiction, covers a number of important immigration issues especially the treatment of certain Middle Easterners. The story goes into great details in explaining a removal proceeding (deportation), a detailed description of the operations of an immigration court, and defensive asylum. - March 01, 2014 - Shah Peerally Law Group PC
Announcing a Little Gem of a Child's Book with Captivating Illustrations That Gently Delivers an Important Message; Mabel and the Label
It is hoped that adults will enjoy reading this little book to the children in their lives and, as they do so, use it as an opportunity to elaborate on the message within. Once alerted to the human vice of labeling others, daily living will provide countless examples for children to remember the lesson Mabel and the Label. - February 27, 2014 - FoodnSport
Are Selfies Really to Blame for the Upswing of Head Lice?
In recent days, there have been reports about selfies causing an upswing in head lice among pre-teens and teenagers. But can we really put the blame on a quick cell-phone photo? "We don't believe that selfies are the cause of more head lice cases in teenagers," said Nancy Gordon,... - February 27, 2014 - National Association of Lice Treatment Professionals
Keynote Motivational Speaker Sid Vaidya Launches Website for Diversity of Dreamers
Sid Vaidya seeks to help those aspiring for success in the competitive world of business. - February 26, 2014 - Diamonds of Diversity, LLC
AT&T Inc. Selected as the No. 1 Organization for Multicultural Business Opportunities
DiversityBusiness.com today announced the "Top 50 Organizations for Multicultural Business Opportunities." Over 1,500,000 diversity business owners participated in an online election to determine the “Top” fifty organizations and AT&T, Inc. was named the #1 company for... - February 26, 2014 - DiversityBusiness.com
Celestine Publishing and Don’t Forget the Children Initiate “Buy a Book, Help Rescue a Family” Campaign to Locate Missing 16 Year Old
Celestine Publishing has initiated a fundraiser to help find sixteen year old, Camilla DiGirolamo, and get her the help she needs when found. Cami was last seen by her family on February 4, 2014 in Utah and remains missing. Their story has attracted media attention and international interest via Facebook. Celestine Publishing is spreading the word with DontForgetTheChildren.com to help locate her and prepare for the days ahead. - February 25, 2014 - Celestine Publishing, LLC
Capita Announce Details of Their Driving Forward Diversity in the Police Conference
Capita's National Driving Forward Diversity in the Police Conference comes amid proposals to introduce "direct entry" schemes aiming to improve diversity across the police service. - February 23, 2014 - Capita Conferences
IndieGo Publishing to Publish the Book "Courage of the Spirit" by Rabbi Norbert Weinberg in Honor of His Father's Overcoming Struggle Against the Nazis
IndieGo Publishing will release the book "Courage of the Spirit" (paperback ISBN 978-0-9846685-6-4; ebook ISBN 978-0-9887048-9-3) in April 2014 in honor of his father, Rabbi Dr. William Weinberg, who became the first State Rabbi of the community of Holocaust survivors in the German State... - February 21, 2014 - INDIEGO Publishing
Royal Embroider Commissioned to Design and Embroider the Magna Carta for Its 800th Anniversary
Rhoda Nevins, runs Soft Impressions and is a member of the Royal School of Needlework, has been commissioned to design and embroider a ten panel tapestry to mark the 800th anniversary of the sealing of the Magna Carta. The year of celebration, which starts at Easter will culminate next June with... - February 20, 2014 - SoftImpressions
Marine, Army, Air Force Veterans Unite, Start Movement to Empower Women Vets, Engage Community
Three female military veterans with fashion industry experience collaborate to provide a unique experience to encourage, enhance and empower their sister veterans via their groundbreaking POWERHOUSE Experience and accompanying Movement. - February 20, 2014 - Jovane M. Henry, USMC Veteran
Capita Conferences Announces Details of Their Improving Public Confidence in the Police Conference - Wednesday 31st March 2014
Developed after extensive consultation with representatives from police forces and agencies, this event brings together eminent figures from around the country to drive forward this important agenda. Take this opportunity to share your front-line experiences with those leading the way on strengthening public perceptions of the police. - February 20, 2014 - Capita Conferences
Medal of Honor Recipient Urges Congress to Correct an "Oversight"
Robert D. Maxwell, Oregon’s only living WWII recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor, believes at least one more Oregonian, Lt. Col Leonard C. DeWitt, deserves to share that honor. Nearly 70 years after DeWitt's service, a campaign edges closer to properly honoring a decorated war hero. - February 17, 2014 - Historical Outreach Foundation
Atlanta to Host Black Women In Jazz Awards
Inaugural ceremony to take place at Rialto Center for the Arts, Georgia State University. - February 16, 2014 - Black Women In Jazz
Students Raise $1,660.00 for Abuse Shelter
Students in grades Kindergarten through 5th helped raise money through a canned food drive and t-shirt sales and donated to the Hale Ola Windward Abuse Shelter in Kailua, Hawaii recently. Students performed in a concert titled the Gift of Giving. In order for students to have a deeper connection to what they sang, students put the message in action through service. - February 11, 2014 - Le Jardin Academy
Apollos’ Mr. Jim Kyle Spotlighted by the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE)
Apollos University recently became the first DETC accredited university to join the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE). Apollos’ membership in NADOHE further demonstrates the university’s commitment to embrace Diversity & Inclusion on a local and... - February 11, 2014 - Apollos University
Touring Teddies, a New Kickstarter Campaign Introducing Children to Letters and Postcards
A unique and memorable gift experience for today’s kids. - February 10, 2014 - TouringTeddies.com
Celestine Publishing Released "12 Steps: Daily Reflections and Personal Journal" as Supplemental Material for Latter-day Saint Sponsored Addiction Recovery Program
"12 Steps: Daily Reflections and Personal Journal" is designed to supplement materials used in the church-wide Addiction Recovery Program sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What’s unique about this publication is its daily focus on the principles that support each of the twelve steps in the program. It is a new resource for families, friends and the addicted who are working toward recovery and sustained good health. - February 10, 2014 - Celestine Publishing, LLC
Executive Briefing Paper on Why Diversity and Inclusion Efforts Get Stuck
New executive briefing paper, "Reaching for the Next Level," explains how persistent obstacles impede the advancement of diversity and inclusion in organizations. - February 10, 2014 - Joseph Santana, LLC
Lenora Billings-Harris Earns Prestigious Top5 Speaker Designation in Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity and Inclusion speaker Lenora Billings-Harris has been awarded the prestigious “Top5 Speaker” designation in 2014 by Speaking.com, one of the United States most prominent speakers bureaus. - February 09, 2014 - Excel Development Systems
Friends in Adoption Receives HRC’s All Children All Families Seal of Recognition
Friends in Adoption (FIA), a licensed, non-profit adoption agency, recently received the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s All Children - All Families Seal of Recognition as a 2014 Leader in Supporting and Serving LGBT Families. Since its inception in 1982, FIA was one of the pioneer agencies in welcoming all families to adoption and from its early years has promoted adoption by qualified adoptive parents regardless of their sexual orientation. - February 06, 2014 - Friends in Adoption
Thought-Provoking New Book Examines Grassroots Relationship Between Culture & Copyright
While many believe that first-graders are only concerned with playtime, Anatoly Volynets knows that the honest and uninfluenced minds of first-graders can provide an innate and grassroots insight into myriad subjects, including, for example, culture and exclusive rights. He learned this having... - February 06, 2014 - Total Knowledge
Gayquation Now Offering Date and Personal Coaching Services
Gayquation, the m4m matchmakers, has begun offering one-on-one personal coaching services to its members. - February 03, 2014 - Gayquation
Karaoke for Good: Philanthropic Contest May Have One North Texan Singing National Anthem at a Stars Game
Media Alert for After-School All-Stars - February 02, 2014 - After-School All-Stars
The Cassata Family Foundation Teams Up with the NY Islanders & Make-a-Wish Foundation Help a Child Get His Wish to Go to Jamaica
The Cassata Family Foundation helps makes a 15 year old boy's wish come true. - January 31, 2014 - The Cassata Foundation
"Old Black Dyke™" Starring (EqualityVA Winner) Gaye Adegbalola, Premieres Monday, Feb. 24th 9 PM on Stageit! Online Network
"Old Black Dyke™", starring Equality Virginia's OUTstanding Award Winner, Gaye Adegbalola, premieres Monday, February 24, 2014, 9 PM EST, streamed live on Stageit! online network. - January 31, 2014 - Gaye Adegbalola
New Jersey Slightly Higher Than National Average in Women on Corporate Boards
Executive Women of New Jersey’s inaugural report on the number of women on the boards of New Jersey’s leading publicly-held corporations found that New Jersey companies have elected women into board positions at a slightly higher rate than the US national average. However, women are... - January 29, 2014 - Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ)
MaleSurvivor Supports NCPTC Review of USA Swimming Safe Sport Program
MaleSurvivor: the National Organization Against Male Sexual Victimization publicly praised USA Swimming upon the release of today's report assessing the Safe Sport program. "USA Swimming is to be commended for proactively engaging the National Child Protection Training Center (NCPTC) to... - January 28, 2014 - MaleSurvivor: National Organization against Male Sexual Victimization