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Humanity First USA Awarded NVIDIA Foundation’s 2012 High Impact Grant
International humanitarian non-profit organization receives $50,000 for community development project - February 07, 2013 - Humanity First
"Virginity" Independent Feature Film Tackles Major Human Rights Issue
"Virginity," a film by director Saaed Khoze (starring Michelle Farivar, Jessica Hendrickson, Vera Nova, Nina Nayebi and Kamran Malak Motiei), is an independent feature-length film based on true events. It tackles the perverse subject and worldwide epidemic of "honor killings"... - February 05, 2013 - LA Independent Film & Entertainment
The National Atheist Party Calls Proposed Arizona Graduation Oath an Attack on Constitutional Rights
Republican lawmakers in Arizona are proposing a bill that would require seniors to pledge an oath to God before being allowed to graduate high school. The National Atheist Party objects to this interpretation of the Constitution. - February 02, 2013 - Secular Party of America
Ashley Pecolia, Fashion Designer and Nancy Hamm, Cancer Survivor Join Forces During PLITZS NYC Fashion Show Charity Fundraising Gala
Local fashion designer, AP for Women by Ashley Pecolia is showcasing her designs at PLITZS NYC Fashion Show. In addition, she has taken on a special project and has donated her time and passion for a woman whom she has never met. “It is my sincerest hope that no matter what trials you face in... - January 28, 2013 - Say YES to Hope
Nashville Amnesty Chapter Elects New Officers for 2013
Amnesty International is a global movement of people fighting injustice and promoting human rights. In Nashville, the chapter works to educate and eradicate worldwide abuses. - January 28, 2013 - Nashville Amnesty
Fashion Designers Unite with Cancer Patients at PLITZS NYC Fashion Show Charity Fundraising Gala
Bringing awareness to cancers of the liver, fashion designers and cancer patients from across the United States have partnered to raise funds for YES! BeatLiverTumors.org. - January 27, 2013 - Say YES to Hope
The National Atheist Party Announces Partnership with Black Nonbelievers, Inc.
Announcement of NAP partnership with Black Nonbelievers, Inc. - January 22, 2013 - Secular Party of America
HeartShare Opens New Home for Six; Honors Tamara Tunie and Gregory V. Generet
Since the age of 3, William has lived at a developmental center in Queens Village, NY. The campus-style living is the only way of life he has known for 53 years. But on this week, William walked up the front steps of a house sitting at the end of a cul-de-sac. As he opened the front door to the... - January 19, 2013 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
AbleForce Offers Employment Opportunities to Military Veterans, People with Disabilities, and Others
AbleForce, Inc., an employment training and placement organization that promotes, enhances and facilitates work opportunities across the country, needs job seekers to submit their qualifications, to be considered for a growing number of employment opportunities across the U.S. “AbleForce... - January 16, 2013 - AbleForce, Inc.
A Better People Expresses Disappointment in Government of Israel Around Treatment of Peaceful Palestinian Protesters
Israel deployed military forces to remove peaceful Palestinian protesters that had established the temporary village of Bab Al Shams. - January 15, 2013 - A Better People
A Better People Condemns the Government of Kuwait for Its Sentencing of Twitter User Eyad Al-Harbi
Kuwait citizen and twitter user Eyad al-Harbi has been sentenced by the court system to two years in prison for defaming the Emir. A Better People, The Human Rights Organization, formally condemns the Emir and his governments actions in this case. - January 11, 2013 - A Better People
Humanity First USA Executive Director Visits Mali and Liberia
Mr. Munum Naeem travels to West Africa with leadership team to evaluate ongoing humanitarian projects. - January 05, 2013 - Humanity First
Friends in Adoption to Hold Adoption Workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY This Coming Friday; Registration Open to All Families
Friends in Adoption (FIA), a not-for-profit agency, is hosting a full day adoption workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY, on January 11th, 2013, for prospective adoptive parents. FIA welcomes all families and respects all choices made by pregnant women/couples. Pre-registration is required. - January 04, 2013 - Friends in Adoption
2012 Year in Review – a Year of Accomplishments for Human Rights
Human Rights Day 2012 was a demonstration of the year’s accomplishments. - December 29, 2012 - United for Human Rights
Ending the Year with Inspiration at Tennessee’s Human Rights Day Celebration
The holiday season in Nashville will be a joyous one – in part, because progress has been made for human rights. - December 18, 2012 - United for Human Rights
The Highland Support Project Celebrates 20th Anniversary and the Start of a New Maya Long Count Cycle at AlterNatives
The Highland Support Project celebrates its 20th anniversary and the end of the Maya 13-bak'tun cycle with festivities at local fair trade store AlterNatives in Richmond, Virginia. - December 16, 2012 - Highland Support Project
A Celebration Raises $73,000 for HeartShare
The holiday season kicked off with a bang as 200 supporters of HeartShare Human Services of New York gathered for a Celebration of Hope, Thanks and Giving. The evening raised $73,000 for HeartShare and included the presentation of three awards, a silent auction, wine tasting with a free raffle, and... - December 13, 2012 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
STOMP Out Bullying™ and Love Our Children USA™ Honored as 2012 Top-Rated Nonprofit
New GreatNonprofits.org Award is Based on Positive Online Reviews. - December 11, 2012 - Love Our Children USA
High-Profile Homicide is a Tragic Reminder That Domestic Violence Can Impact Anyone
The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV), the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence (KCSDV), and the Missouri Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCADSV) ask communities to use yesterday’s homicide of Kasandra Perkins in Kansas City to shine the light... - December 03, 2012 - National Network to End Domestic Violence
OCA Deeply Concerned and Saddened About Suicide of Female Ward of the State: Children’s Advocate Reiterates Calls for a Remand Facility for Girls
The Office of The Children’s Advocate is deeply concerned about reports of a female ward of the State who was being housed at the Horizon Adult Remand Centre in St. Andrew, committing suicide yesterday, November 21, 2012. Children’s Advocate, Diahann Gordon-Harrison, noted that such a... - November 22, 2012 - Office of The Children's Advocate
Tennessee Human Rights Day Celebration Means Progress
Each day, each month, each year, progress is made for human rights in Tennessee. - November 22, 2012 - United for Human Rights
OCA Calls for Collective Responsibility in the Fight Against Child Abuse
As Jamaica joins forces with international partners and organizations worldwide to commemorate Universal Children’s Day today, November 20, 2012, the Office of The Children’s Advocate (OCA), is reminding all Jamaicans that as a nation we must share in the collective responsibility of... - November 20, 2012 - Office of The Children's Advocate
Humanity First Continues Responding to Hurricane Sandy
Volunteer based non-profit organization continues to provide relief efforts to thousands after devastation. - November 18, 2012 - Humanity First
Male Sexual Abuse Conference in New York City November 15-18 at John Jay College
The 13th International MaleSurvivor Conference will be held in New York City from November 15-18 at John Jay College. It is the only conference of its kind that brings together survivors, psychologists, social workers, academic researchers, members of the law enforcement community, and friends of the cause to share information regarding their efforts to help survivors of sexual abuse. Currently, it is believed that at least 1 in 6 males are sexually abused before the age of 16. - November 12, 2012 - MaleSurvivor: National Organization against Male Sexual Victimization
Friends in Adoption to Hold Adoption Workshop in New York City
November is National Adoption Awareness Month. Friends in Adoption (FIA), a not-for-profit agency, is hosting two educational adoption seminars in New York City, on November 15th and November 17th, for prospective adoptive parents. FIA welcomes all families and respects all choices made by pregnant women/couples. - November 06, 2012 - Friends in Adoption
Advocates Against Human Trafficking Celebrate One Year Anniversary
The Michigan Rescue and Restore Coalition will celebrate a year as a grassroot humanitarian organization on the front line fighting against human trafficking in the State of Michigan. - November 03, 2012 - Michigan Rescue and Restore Coalition
Tennessee Human Rights Day Celebration Honors Heroes of the Past and Future
Human Rights Day is set for December 10, 2012 from 4-6pm at the North Police Precinct in Nashville. - November 03, 2012 - United for Human Rights
Celebrities Join Together to STOMP Out Bullying
October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month and STOMP Out Bullying™ has increased efforts to raise awareness and prevent bullying in all its forms. On October 1st the country and those across the globe joined STOMP Out Bullying™ in it Fourth Annual BLUE SHIRT DAY™... - October 18, 2012 - Love Our Children USA
United Nations Association Joins 2012 Tennessee Human Rights Day Planning Committee
The Nashville Cordell-Hull Chapter of the United Nations Association will participate in the planning of this year’s Human Rights Day celebration on December 10. - October 15, 2012 - United for Human Rights
MaleSurvivor States Sentencing of Sandusky is the Beginning of the Next Chapter, Not the End of the Story
1 out of 6 young males are sexually abused by "Sanduskys" all over the US; MaleSurvivor says the work of healing has only just begun; remains committed to working with survivors and Penn State. - October 09, 2012 - MaleSurvivor: National Organization against Male Sexual Victimization
Local Non-Profit Announces FUBU Co-Founder as National Spokesperson
One Community, One Voice, One Vision is pleased to announce their National Spokesperson, Mr. Keith Perrin, Jr. The vision of OCOVOV aligns perfectly with his passion to give back and support our communities. Mr. Perrin is an accomplished, well know entrepreneur who successfully introduced FUBU... - October 04, 2012 - One Community, One Voice, One Vision
“Walk for Humanity” Event Organized to Support Humanity First USA
MKA USA is holding the “Walk for Humanity” in the New York area, the Washington D.C. area, and the Chicagoland area on September 28th and September 29th. The purpose of the event is to raise funds for organizations that strive to save lives and improve the quality of life of individuals... - September 29, 2012 - Humanity First
OCA Condemns Rape of Children in Western Jamaica: Office Calls for Implementation of Sexual Offenders’ Registry
The Office of The Children’s Advocate (OCA) has noted with deep concern and pain for the nation’s children recent reports of violent acts against children which have been reported in the media. The gruesome rape of three girls ages 8, 14, and 16 on Monday in Irwin, St. James, the... - September 27, 2012 - Office of The Children's Advocate
International Women’s Initiative Launches "Safe Birthing Project"
This September, the International Women’s Initiative will be launching the first phase of the "Safe Birthing Project," a program to be launched in the Amolatar District of Northern Uganda. The Safe Birthing Project is a community-based initiative that aims to contribute to efforts... - September 18, 2012 - International Women's Initiative
Ms. Florida Plus America 2012 Appointed Humanitarian Ambassador for Lorna Children Foundation Kenya Fund
Ms. Florida Plus America 2012 announced publicly to the nation Friday, September 10, 2012 on the Queen Esther Speaks Show that she is the newly appointed Humanitarian Global Ambassador (USA Region) for Lorna Children's Foundation Kenya Fund. Due to her lifelong service to the global community, Ms. - September 16, 2012 - Jasira Monique LLC
The National Atheist Party Condemns the Attack on the U.S. Embassy
The National Atheist Party criticizes recent attacks, but upholds the rights of U.S. citizens guaranteed under the First Amendment. - September 15, 2012 - Secular Party of America
Calle San Miguel is Alive with Music
In an era of downloaded music, nothing brings more pleasure to the ear than the sweet blare of trumpets from a live Mariachi band, the operatic tenor of an estudiantina or the sheer laughter from a bouncing mojiganga. While these traditions may be fading away in other cultures, they are a thriving art form in San Miguel de Allende, an opportunity for personal expression and a reason for celebration. - September 12, 2012 - Feed the Hungry San Miguel
Black and Missing Foundation Inc to Launch “Ask BAM FI” Advice Segment
Black and Missing Foundation, Inc (BAM FI) announced today that beginning Monday, September 17 it will launch a new weekly on-line video advice column, which will provide sound advice on what to do when a loved one is missing, whom to contact, how best to assist law enforcement and the media, and... - September 11, 2012 - Black and Missing Foundation, Inc.
YES! Brings Hope to the Runway During Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York City
Where fashion and philantropy meet to provide hope for those affected by cancers of the liver. - September 08, 2012 - Say YES to Hope
Huaraches Are Popular Street Food
Ask any Mexican family and they will tell you that Huaraches, which originated in Mexico City in the 1930s, satisfy both the soles and bellies of many Mexicans. Famous as both a woven Mexican sandal and a favorite antojito or snack food, these oblong shaped treasures serve up comfort in both senses. - September 08, 2012 - Feed the Hungry San Miguel
National Atheist Party Endorses Barack Obama
Barack Obama is Only Candidate with Equality and Social Justice Priorities - September 06, 2012 - Secular Party of America
The National Atheist Party Congratulates Kyrsten Sinema (D) for Winning the Arizona Congressional Primary
The National Atheist Party congratulates AZ State Senator Sinema on her victory, and supports her in her campaign for Congress. - September 03, 2012 - Secular Party of America
Mujeres en Cambio Supports Mexican Women & Youth in Education
More than 150 young women from the campo surrounding San Miguel de Allende received scholarships from Mujeres en Cambio Friday, earning their place in school and ensuring a better future for their families. Their ages ranged from 13 to 23. - August 31, 2012 - Feed the Hungry San Miguel
National Atheist Party Protests Kentucky Lawmakers' Attack on Evolution
Is Kentucky rejecting science? One national political party believes so and is fighting to preserve the separation of church and state, and America's world role as a science leader. - August 25, 2012 - Secular Party of America
National Atheist Party Taps Into Online Activity to Support Fundraising
National Atheist Party has partnered with San Francisco-based GoodSearch.com to enable its members to donate to the charity through casual online activity and dining out in their local area. - August 16, 2012 - Secular Party of America
Anti-Abortion Group Targets the Iowa State Fair with Display of Large, Bloody Photos of Aborted Babies
Abortion billboard trucks hit the streets of Des Moines in a campaign to bring a powerful pro-life message to Iowa voters in advance of the November 6 elections. - August 12, 2012 - The Center for Bio-Ethical Reform
Children of All Nations Launches New Latin American Adoption Program
Children of All Nations has opened a new adoption program in Honduras to continue finding forever families for the world's orphans. - August 12, 2012 - Children of All Nations
Kickin' It Challenge Raises More Than $20,000 for the San Diego Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Breast Cancer Foundation
All funds will remain locally in San Diego thanks to San Diego’s first youth soccer tournament to benefit breast cancer research and support. - August 08, 2012 - Kickin’ It Challenge
Anti-Abortion Group Targets the Streets of Northern Virginia with Display of Large, Bloody Photos of Aborted Babies
"The Center for Bio-Ethical Reform (CBR) will drive large box trucks bearing graphic images of first-trimester aborted babies on the public streets of Northern Virginia from Monday August 6 to Sunday August 12 in an effort to educate voters about preborn children and what abortion does to them. - August 06, 2012 - The Center for Bio-Ethical Reform
Anti-Abortion Group Targets the Streets of Colorado Springs with Display of Large, Bloody Photos of Aborted Babies
"The Center for Bio-Ethical Reform (CBR) will drive large box trucks bearing graphic images of first-trimester aborted babies on the public streets of Colorado Springs from Monday August 6 to Sunday August 12 in an effort to educate voters about preborn children and what abortion does to them. - August 06, 2012 - The Center for Bio-Ethical Reform