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MPAI Publishes Working Draft of Use Cases and Functional Requirements of Multimodal Conversation (MPAI-MMC) Version 2
The international, non-profit, unaffiliated Moving Picture, Audio and Data Coding by Artificial Intelligence (MPAI) standards developing organisation has concluded its 19th General Assembly. Among the outcomes is the publication of the working draft of the Use Cases and Functional Requirements of... - April 23, 2022 - MPAI
Church of Scientology Celebrates 37 Years in Nashville
The Church of Scientology is preparing to celebrate its 37th year in Nashville, TN. - April 23, 2022 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Worldwide Discipleship Association Announces New Cohort Group Opening on Its Leadership Institute Platform
Worldwide Discipleship Association (WDA) announced today that a new Developing New Leaders 1 cohort group is opening on its Leadership Institute learning platform this May. - April 21, 2022 - Worldwide Discipleship Association
Indigo Founder and CEO Sheri Smith: Spiritual Entrepreneurship is Foundational to a Just and Inclusive Society
Last week, Rev. Rich Tafel of the Church of the Holy City sat down with Indigo Founder and CEO Sheri Smith, one of the thought leaders in the field of spiritual entrepreneurship. Sheri created an education company called Indigo, with a vision of ushering in an education system that shifts away from... - April 20, 2022 - Church of the Holy City
Youth Achievement Luncheon Presented by the 100 Black Men of North Metro Atlanta, Inc.
The luncheon is the North Metro Atlanta Chapter’s flagship fundraising event of the year. It serves as the culmination ceremony for the mentoring class of 2022 and is a great way to honor and showcase their mentees and their accomplishments. - April 18, 2022 - 100 Black Men of North Metro, Inc.
KIB Partners with BBB Industries for Earth Day Service Project Employee Volunteers Participate in Cleanup
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) recently partnered with BBB Industries for an Earth Day service project. On April 8, nine employee volunteers from the company’s Irving office met at the KIB office, where they were equipped with bright yellow vests, litter grabbers, gloves, trash and recycle bags. - April 17, 2022 - Keep Irving Beautiful
New Research: 73% of Wisconsin’s Black Children Lived in Financial Hardship Pre-Pandemic
United Way of Kenosha County releases new research United For ALICE — ALICE in Focus: Children, in partnership with United with ALICE. This research reveals the disproportionate impact of financial hardship on the state’s Black and Hispanic children, while also challenging the reliance on federal poverty guidelines for eligibility for assistance programs. - April 16, 2022 - United Way of Kenosha County
Governor Doug Ducey Signs SB1162 Into Law Helping Arizonans with Chronic Intractable Pain Get the Treatment They Need
Senator Nancy Barto introduced Arizona SB1162 in January 2022. This new law will give protections to chronic intractable pain patients in Arizona. This amendment to ARS Section 32-3248.01, will improve access to care, give physicians the ability to treat their patients as medically appropriate, and confirm that providers and their state governing boards have oversight on the proper treatment for these patients. - April 15, 2022 - International Pain Foundation
Winnipeg Pops Orchestra Return to Live Performances
The Winnipeg Pops Orchestra conducted by Owen Clark are saying "Welcome Back" as they hold their first live performance in over 2 years. The free concert will be held on Thursday, May 19, 7:00pm at Lutheran Church of the Cross, 560 Arlington St. The WPO will be joined by a number of... - April 15, 2022 - Winnipeg Pops Orchestra
Clubhouse International Partners with Leading Corporations to Support Recovery-Focused Mental Health Services
Clubhouse International announces the launch of their new Corporate Partners program, an opportunity for corporations to participate in the effort to expand the Clubhouse Model as part of the global strategy to grow recovery-focused mental health services around the world. Corporate Partners... - April 14, 2022 - Clubhouse International
Women Of MENA In Technology, the Largest Organization for Middle Eastern & North African Women in STEM, Announces Its Corporate Partnership with Sciex
Women Of MENA In Technology, a Silicon Valley-based non-profit organization, the largest organization for Middle Eastern and North African women in STEM, announces its corporate partnership with Sciex. Founded with a mission of fostering diversity and closing the gender gap by empowering Middle... - April 12, 2022 - Women Of MENA In Technology
Center for Adoption Support and Education’s Training for Adoption Competency™ (TAC) Program Expands to Support Families in Oregon
The Oregon Post Adoption Resource Center (ORPARC), a service of the Oregon Department of Human Services, has partnered with the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E™) to bring its nationally recognized Training for Adoption Competency (TAC™) program to Oregon. This... - April 12, 2022 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Celebrate National First Ladies Day on April 30
Who is your favorite First Lady and why? The National First Ladies Day Commission (nfldc) announced that National First Ladies Day will be observed this year on Saturday, April 30. National First Ladies Day is celebrated on the last Saturday of April every year to honor all First Ladies of the... - April 12, 2022 - National First Ladies' Library
Clubhouse International Launches Ukraine Fund to Help Refugees with Mental Illness
Bringing the power of our global community to help refugees from the war in Ukraine: In response to the humanitarian crisis created by the war in Ukraine, the Clubhouse International Ukraine Fund has been established for the global Clubhouse community to come together and support our colleagues who are on the front lines trying to meet the needs of refugees with a mental illness. - April 12, 2022 - Clubhouse International
Free Summer Meals for Kids and Teens
ThruGuidance Ministries, Inc. announces sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program. Free meals will be provided to all children, without eligibility documentation, who are 18 years of age or under to surrounding areas in Los Angeles County. - April 09, 2022 - ThruGuidance Ministries, Inc.
Keep Irving Beautiful Hosts “Don’t Mess with Texas Trash-Off”
The “Don’t Mess with Texas Trash-Off” is the state’s signature event of the “Great American Cleanup,” taking place in communities all across Texas. Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) hosted its event on April 2 at Trinity View Park, where volunteers came together with... - April 09, 2022 - Keep Irving Beautiful
The American Foundation for Children with Aids Partners with Charity Footprints for a Virtual Race Across the Continent of Africa
The 30,000 Miles virtual race campaign looks for those wanting to make their miles count this spring, and log walking, running or cycling workouts to support programs benefitting children infected and affected by AIDS in sub-Saharan African countries. - April 08, 2022 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
Charitable Giving in 2021 Increased 2.7% Over Unprecedented 2020 Levels
New Retained Donors up 26%, Despite Overall 5.7% Drop in Number of Donors - April 07, 2022 - GivingTuesday
Spectrum News NY1 Recognizes Joseph H. Girven, Executive Director Carnegie East House, as "New Yorker of the Week"
Spectrum News NY1 ran a feature story highlighting the considerable contributions of Executive Director, Joseph Girven, "New Yorker of the Week." The producers of the popular spot aim to highlight "local heroes" and Mr. Girven fit the bill. In March 2020, when the initial impact... - April 07, 2022 - Carnegie East House
Adoptions From The Heart 10th Annual Find Their Footing 5k
Adoptions From The Heart is preparing to celebrate its 10th annual Find Their Footing 5k. This agency-wide fundraiser allows family and friends to support expecting birth parents, who may be facing difficulties and need help to regain their footing. - April 07, 2022 - Adoptions From The Heart
River Tree Arts Presents "Highlight: A Community Art Show"
Save the date for the River Tree Arts community art show “Highlight.” The show will put the spotlight on visual artists throughout the entire community. Pieces in the show will be available for purchase both in-person and online and all proceeds will go directly to the artists. The... - April 07, 2022 - River Tree Arts
Talcott Mountain Science Center Selects Jeffrey L. Martin as Next Executive Director
Talcott Mountain Science Center for Student Involvement, Inc. (TMSC) today announced that its board of trustees has selected Jeffrey L. Martin as its next Executive Director, effective July 1, 2022. Martin will succeed Jonathan R. Craig, who will retire from his executive director role after... - April 06, 2022 - Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy
PAWS NY Named an Official Charity Partner of the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon
Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) NY was named an Official Charity Partner for the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon, taking place on November 6. PAWS NY will be among the 500 official charity partners providing thousands of runners the opportunity to run in the world’s most popular... - April 06, 2022 - PAWS NY
Volunteer MBC Reveals Record Amount of Award Nominations for the 2022 Virtual V-Oscars
Volunteer MBC lists more than 70 award nominations in 16 categories for the 2022 Virtual V-Oscars, a great new record in the 12 year-history of Peel Region’s ultimate volunteer recognition event. - April 06, 2022 - Volunteer MBC
Church of Scientology Nashville Observes World Health Day 2022
The Nashville Church of Scientology will host a community event for World Health Day in early April, 2022. - April 02, 2022 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
The Life Raft Group Welcomes New Executive Director
The Life Raft Group (LRG), a patient advocacy organization specializing in GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor) cancer, announced a change in leadership as Founder and Executive Director Norman Scherzer retires after over twenty years of service. Norman Scherzer has been Executive Director of The... - March 31, 2022 - The Life Raft Group
The Way to Happiness Association Celebrates World Happiness Day 2022
The Way to Happiness Association is observing World Happiness Day (March 20) with special virtual messages. - March 30, 2022 - The Way to Happiness
Scientology Nashville Celebrates L. Ron Hubbard’s 111th Birthday
Millions across the globe celebrate March 13, L. Ron Hubbard’s birthday, to honor the man who has touched their lives in countless ways, and in Nashville, members are gathering for three events to celebrate. - March 30, 2022 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Three-Time Major Champion and European Ryder Cup Captain, Internationally Renowned Golfer Pádraig Harrington Announces Patronage of the Irish American Partnership
In Harrington’s honor, the US-based non-profit launches a $250,000 investment in an outdoor play & learning program in Irish primary schools. - March 28, 2022 - Irish American Partnership
The Life Raft Group Announces New Board Members
The Life Raft Group (LRG), a patient advocacy organization specializing in GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor) cancer, welcomed three new members to its Board of Directors: Pat Bonda-Swenson, Santy DiSabatino and Bill Borwegen. - March 28, 2022 - The Life Raft Group
Irving Receives Prestigious Governor’s Community Achievement Award Ten Winning Communities Receive State Environmental Award and Share $2 Million in Prize Money
Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB) has recognized Irving as one of ten winners of the 2022 Governor’s Community Achievement Awards (GCAA) for outstanding community improvement. KTB, in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), has awarded the GCAA to Texas communities for more... - March 27, 2022 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Mission San Gabriel Arcángel Gala Celebrates 250 Years of Community
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of Mission San Gabriel Arcángel, the oldest structure in Los Angeles County, the San Gabriel Mission Church parish community will host a gala to mark this historic milestone. - March 25, 2022 - San Gabriel Mission Church
MPAI Issues a Call for Patent Pool Administrator on Behalf of the MPAI-CAE and MPAI-MMC Patent Holders
The international, non-profit, unaffiliated Moving Picture, Audio and Data Coding by Artificial Intelligence (MPAI) standards developing organisation has concluded its 18th General Assembly. Among the outcomes is the publication of Call for Patent Pool Administrators for two of its approved Technical Specifications. - March 25, 2022 - MPAI
San Diego Women Using LiDAR Drones to Honor the Resilience + Sacrifice of BIPOC Ancestors
“California is leading the nation, in a bipartisan way, on the issue of reparations and racial justice, which is a discussion that is long overdue and deserves our utmost attention,” says Governor Newsom. Projects like this, are how two California are blazing new paths. - March 24, 2022 - Our Genetic Legacy Inc.
The Gospel Preached in Asia by Evangelist Uche Christian
Evangelist Uche Christian, sponsored by the Onyx House, Indianapolis, is preaching at 3 events in India and Nepal during the Easter celebrations. Thousands of people are expected to attend these meetings with many making first-time decisions for Christ. - March 21, 2022 - Onyx Evangelistic Association
KIB Partners with Girl Scouts for Service Project Event Celebrates Girl Scouts of America’s 110th Birthday
March 12 marked the 110 anniversary of the Girl Scouts of the USA, and the organization celebrated this occasion through service projects across the country. Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) was chosen as one of the community partners to host an event to clean up the area near the Rock Island Road Bike... - March 19, 2022 - Keep Irving Beautiful
There's a Lot to be Happy About with Scientology Network's International Day of Happiness Marathon
On March 20th, Scientology Network will celebrate the International Day of Happiness with an all-day marathon featuring the Way to Happiness social betterment campaign and its positive impact across the globe. Written by L. Ron Hubbard and consisting of 21 easy-to-follow precepts, The Way to... - March 18, 2022 - Scientology Media Productions
Ronald McDonald House Charities Hosts Its Second Royal Rumble Fundraiser
On Saturday, June 04, 2022, starting at 10 AM, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Columbia, SC will host their second charity ride, the Royal Rumble, which will take place around the Lake Murray area. - March 17, 2022 - Ronald McDonald House Charities, Columbia SC
City of Allentown to Raise Trans Flag on Transgender Day of Visibility
For the first time ever, the City of Allentown will partner with Eastern PA Trans Equity Project to honor the transgender community on the International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) by raising the transgender flag over the plaza outside City Hall. - March 17, 2022 - Eastern PA Trans Equity Project
Action For Good, a Do Good Initiative by Elpis at Hideout in Support of Charities and Nonprofit Organisations
Action For Good is a call to action to Do Good, for organisations and individuals. It is a series of events designed to raise awareness and funds, in support of charities and nonprofit organisations who are doing good. Everyone can make a difference, no matter how small the action. It is the... - March 17, 2022 - Elpis at Hideout Pte Ltd
GivingTuesday Announces Two New Board Members, Jeffrey L. Bradach and Sara Lomelin
GivingTuesday announces the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors, Jeffrey L. Bradach and Sara Lomelin, bringing the total number of board members to twelve. “GivingTuesday is a dynamic, evolving movement, and as we look forward to GivingTuesday’s next ten years and... - March 16, 2022 - GivingTuesday
Charlottesville Ministry Expedites Aid to Ukrainian Refugees
Ukrainian refugees are receiving relief aid and safe accommodation in Eastern and Western Europe thanks to organizations assisted by Charlottesville ministry, Christian Aid Mission. In three emergency response centers, an organization in Spain is poised to take in refugees as the country expects to receive approximately 750,000 refugees from Ukraine. Those wanting a prompt and secure way to help Ukrainian refugees visit www.christianaid.org/helpukraine. - March 16, 2022 - Christian Aid Mission
Bury Nurseries Raise Thousands of Pounds for Local RSPCA Animal Shelter
The RSPCA Bury, Oldham & District were astounded to get a call from the manager of a local early year’s nursery to learn that over 120 children aged 3 months to 5 years had been raising funds for the shelter since September 2020 in response to the challenges caused by the pandemic. - March 14, 2022 - RSPCA Bury, Oldham & District Branch
Denver City and County Building Lights Red for Bleeding Disorders Awareness
The Denver City and County Building located at 1437 Bannock Street was lit in magnificent red lights the week of March 2-7 in honor of Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month (BDAM). With about 3 million people nationwide impacted, it is critical to bring awareness to the important health condition and to advocate for access to diagnosis and ongoing health care. - March 12, 2022 - National Hemophilia Foundation - Colorado Chapter
FUTBL.org Supports San Diego Loyal in Collecting Used Soccer Cleats
FUTBL.org supports the San Diego pro soccer team as they give away cleats to a great cause in the community. - March 12, 2022 - FUTBL.org
KIB Partners with CHRIST Church Irving’s "516 Students" Youth Group Group Conducts Cleanup and Makes Birdhouses
CHRIST Church Irving’s “516 Students” youth group recently partnered with Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) for two service projects. Youth and mentors from the church’s student ministry program collected 80 pounds of trash and recyclables to cleanup a neighborhood near Irving... - March 11, 2022 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Candle Labs Donates 200 Million CNDL Tokens to Ukranian Government
Candle Labs Inc. (Candle) has made a donation of 200 million CNDL (see CoinMarketCap for today's value) to the Ukrainian government to provide humanitarian aid to alleviate the suffering of people in need in Ukraine and those who fled to neighboring countries. Candle is the world’s first... - March 10, 2022 - Candle Labs Inc.
KIB Partners with Abbott Laboratories for Tree Planting Volunteers Replant Trees Damaged by Winter Storms
If you stroll along O’Connor Road just north of Highway 183, you are sure to notice a welcome greenery addition to the path. On March 2, Abbott Laboratories employees partnered with Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) and the City of Irving Urban Forestry Team to plant 21 trees, a mix of cedar elm,... - March 10, 2022 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Koope: First 2-Step "Skinimalism" Skincare Brand Eradicates Complicated Routines, Toxic Ingredients and is Strongly Purpose-Driven
One dollar from every Koope product sold supports anti-sex trafficking initiatives. - March 09, 2022 - Koope
The American Foundation for Children with AIDS Looks to Engage with New Donors and Attract a New Audience with a Podcast
AFCA's new podcast, "That’s a Terrible Idea… When do we Start?" has found a home on Spotify's podcast platform, Anchor. - March 09, 2022 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS