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Nation United-Texas Wins Victory Event’s Best of Texas Tournament
Nation United-Texas Lacrosse wins the Best of Texas Tournament by Victory Events, on December 13, 2020 at Cy-Fair Sports Complex. In its inaugural tournament, Nation United Texas tallied a combined total of 37 goals over four games to win the championship. Statistical leaders include Joel... - December 14, 2020 - Nation United Texas Lacrosse
Nation United Texas Lacrosse Announces 2020 Best of Texas Tournament Team Roster
Nation United Texas Lacrosse announces its inaugural tournament team roster to compete at the Best of Texas Showcase Tournament by Victory Events this December 13, 2020 at Cy-Fair Sports Complex in Houston, TX. Nation United’s mission is to promote diversity in lacrosse, a sport... - December 10, 2020 - Nation United Texas Lacrosse
India Can Still Achieve TB Elimination Target by 2025
The International Institute for Human Development, India (IIHD India) and Indian Association of Respiratory Care (IARC) organized a live seminar to deliberate on how to ensure continuity of TB Care in COVID19 crises. Dr. Ruchi Sogarwal, Chief Executive Officer, IIHD India said, “COVID19 has... - December 07, 2020 - International Institute for Human Development
Satellite Tag Tracks Activity Levels of Highly Migratory Species Across the Vast Ocean
New technology helps scientists better understand how highly migratory species are responding to a changing ocean. - December 06, 2020 - Wildlife Computers
United for Human Rights Prepares to Kick Off the New Year by Honoring January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month
United for Human Rights (UHR) Florida chapter will be providing free human rights educational material to anti-human trafficking organizations in support of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, this January 2021. Christopher King, the President of the chapter said, “I got involved with United... - December 05, 2020 - United for Human Rights Florida
Floridians Unite in the Name of Human Rights with an Annual Awards Celebration
To cap off their most successful year to date, United for Human Rights Florida chapter will be holding their annual celebration of International Human Rights Day 2020. The event will be live-streamed on their Facebook page on Saturday, December 5, starting at 6:30pm. Awards will be presented to... - December 05, 2020 - United for Human Rights Florida
Kunak AIR Pro, the Most Advanced Air Quality Monitoring Station on the Market
After many months of work and development, the Navarre-based company Kunak Technologies presented its new environmental monitoring system called Kunak AIR Pro which, as they say, will change the game in the world of sensor-based air quality stations. - December 02, 2020 - Kunak
Stamp Out Salt Pollution and Save Water with The Bag Company’s Sustainable Leather Weekender Bag
The Bag Company has launched the world's first sustainable leather bag designed to combat salt pollution and save water by using Litehide technology. The Weekender combines the latest in sustainability technology with classic timeless design sensibilities to produce a bag that is both responsible to the environment and built to last. - December 02, 2020 - The Bag Company
Tennessee Human Rights Day Committee Announces 2020 Award Recipients
The Tennessee Celebration of International Human Rights Day will take place on December 10th at 6pm virtually. - November 28, 2020 - United for Human Rights
Leaders in Florida Will Receive Awards for a Year's Worth of Human Rights Advocacy and Education
United for Human Rights Florida chapter will be celebrating International Human Rights Day on the 5th of December at 6:30pm as a virtual event streaming live on their Facebook page @UnitedforHumanRightsFlorida. Educators and human rights leaders across Florida will be awarded as Human Rights Heroes... - November 28, 2020 - United for Human Rights Florida
Dr. Val Arkoosh Honored as Leonard Ferguson Youth Advocate
On Saturday, November 7th, College Settlement awarded Dr. Val Arkoosh, Montgomery County Commissioner the Leonard C Ferguson Youth Advocate Award as the Virtual Gala. This award is given to a member of the Greater Philadelphia Community who has shown a strong commitment to children working as an... - November 25, 2020 - College Settlement of Philadelphia
Keep Irving Beautiful Takes America Recycles Day to Social Media - Volunteers Display Innovative Creations
America Recycles Day (ARD), celebrated annually on Nov. 15, is a nationally recognized day dedicated to promoting recycling in the United States. It is a Keep America Beautiful (KAB) program, and as the local KAB affiliate, Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) is one of hundreds of similar organizations... - November 22, 2020 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Red Herring Selects Locus Agricultural Solutions as a Top 100 North America Winner
Locus Agricultural Solutions® (Locus AG) has been selected as a winner for one of the technology industry’s most prestigious prizes: Red Herring’s Top 100 North America award. The B Corp™-certified, one of only six agtech companies on the list, was chosen for its award-winning solutions that successfully address climate change, farm profitability and food security. - November 21, 2020 - Locus Agricultural Solutions
Tennessee United for Human Rights Reminds Everyone to Spread Peace
Tennessee United for Human Rights wants to lift up all people to bring about change and justice in the world. - November 21, 2020 - United for Human Rights
Acosta Cares Volunteers Plant Trees with KIB, Parks Department Group Adds 25 Trees to West Library Grounds
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) planned for 2020 to be the “Year of the Tree” in Irving. With the help of numerous corporate sponsors, dedicated volunteers, and the Parks Arbor Team, KIB made its goal a reality. The latest tree planting event took ran Nov. 10 at West Irving Library. The... - November 19, 2020 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Nation United Lacrosse Launches Texas Regional Program to Spread Diversity and Inclusion in Lacrosse
Nation United Lacrosse Launches Nation United-Texas, a regional extension of the national Nation United Lacrosse Club, a select program modeling excellence through diversity. Nation United Texas serves athletes in the state of Texas and surrounding areas, utilizing elite-level lacrosse to inspire... - November 17, 2020 - Nation United Texas Lacrosse
#TogetherWeCan: The First Global Inclusivity Celebration
On December 1st, THE Home invites you to join #TogetherWeCan, an online inclusivity celebration honoring and empowering communities that experience social exclusion. During this event, THE Home, a 501c3 non-profit organization that ignites social change and serves major ecological concerns,... - November 14, 2020 - THE Home
STOMP Out Bullying Celebrates Fourth Annual National Block It Out Day, Encouraging Students to Empower Themselves Online
National Block It Out Day, a STOMP Out Bullying initiative, the goal is to block negativity from the digital lives of students and, by doing so, end cruelty, homophobia, LGBTQ discrimination, racism, hatred and online violence. Last year on National Block It Out Day 3 Million people created a chain reaction by participating in and spreading the word to their friends and family who blocked out cyberbullies, haters and trolls. - November 13, 2020 - Love Our Children USA
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
Young Men’s Service League Teams with Keep Irving Beautiful Irving Hawks Chapter; Completes Service Projects
The Young Men’s Service League (YMSL) is a national organization whose members are mothers and their high school-age sons. The group’s mission is to assist, serve and support those who are in need in the community, develop leadership skills and promote mother-son relationships. Locally,... - November 07, 2020 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Racing for Heroes Awarded Grant from Sports Car Club of America Foundation to Support Motorsports Therapy Program
Racing for Heroes is pleased to announce the award of a grant from the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) Foundation to enhance the Motorsports Therapy Program to be more inclusive for veterans that are severely disabled. - November 06, 2020 - Racing for Heroes
United for Human Rights’ Search is on for a Champion
United for Human Rights (UHR) Florida chapter is now registering nominees for the Champion for Freedom 2020 award. The award will go to a leader in human rights advocacy and education. To request a nomination form email the Executive Director of UHR Florida chapter, Cristian Vargas, at... - November 04, 2020 - United for Human Rights Florida
Tennessee United For Human Rights Shares Online Materials
Tennessee United for Human Rights wants to lift up all people to bring about change and justice in the world. - October 31, 2020 - United for Human Rights
Locus AG Named a New 50 to Watch by Cleantech Group for Farming Solutions That Combat the Climate Crisis
Agtech B Corp™ Locus Agricultural Solutions has been named a top startup in Cleantech Group’s New 50 to Watch List for developing climate solutions that accelerate carbon farming efforts. - October 30, 2020 - Locus Agricultural Solutions
Tampa Bay Organizations Unite in the Name of Human Rights Education
United for Human Rights (UHR) Florida chapter received letters of appreciation and recognition from half a dozen organizations in the past two months. The letters were in praise of UHR’s advocacy and for the award-winning human rights educational material that Youth for Human Rights (YHR)... - October 24, 2020 - United for Human Rights Florida
Human Rights Day Committee Seeks Nominations Until End of October
The Tennessee Celebration of International Human Rights Day will take place on December 10 at 6pm virtually. The planning committee for the event is now accepting nominations for the prestigious human rights awards. - October 24, 2020 - United for Human Rights
Families, Youth and Professionals to Benefit from New SPAN Funding Awards
SPAN Parent Advisory Network announces that it has received new or renewal funding from the U.S. Dept. of Education Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services and the U.S. Dept. of Education Rehabilitation Services Administration to provide information, training, and support to families, infants, toddlers, children, youth, and young adults with disabilities; as well as support to professionals providing early intervention, special education, and transition to adult life. - October 23, 2020 - SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
KIB Volunteers Continue Service Projects Dawoodi Bohras, All Things Made New, Make 22 No-Sew Blankets
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) volunteers are staying active by participating in projects they can accomplish without gathering in large groups. One example is KIB’s No-Sew Blanket Project, where volunteers work individually, in small groups or as families. Recently, 18 members of the Dawoodi... - October 23, 2020 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Firm That Converts Hotels to Efficiency Apartment Complexes Expands to North Carolina
California firm turns hotels into apartment complexes to address hotel oversupply and gentrification. - October 22, 2020 - Vivo
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
Dr Ruchi S Honoured with Women Excellence Award 2020
The Indian Achievers Forum has honoured Dr Ruchi S, Founder & CEO, International Institute for Human Development for her contribution and efforts in professional achievement and nation-building. “My gratitude to the Indian Achievers Forum for this recognition. It gives me amazing... - October 17, 2020 - International Institute for Human Development
A Fashion Show for Youth Who Are Turning Their Lives Around
On October 30th, at 6:30pm, Miracles Outreach, supported by United for Human Rights Florida chapter and other organizations, will be holding their annual “From Runaway to Runway Fashion Show” at the Centre Club in Tampa. Youth saved from abuse and human trafficking will walk along side... - October 17, 2020 - United for Human Rights Florida
United For Human Rights Florida Announces Virtual Celebration for the International Day of Human Rights
On December 5th, starting at 6:30pm, United for Human Rights (UHR) Florida chapter will celebrate the International Day of Human Rights by holding a live virtual event on Facebook and Youtube. The event will be streamed live and will feature international guest speakers. The annual Champions for... - October 17, 2020 - United for Human Rights Florida
Acosta/Mosaic Joins KIB, Parks Department to Plant Trees Service Project at Bird’s Fort Trail
Acosta Cares volunteers, Acosta Marketing employees, as well as employees from Mosaic Sales Solutions joined Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) and the City of Irving Parks and Recreation arbor team Oct. 9 to plant native trees at Bird’s Fort Trail. The group of five volunteers provided twelve hours... - October 16, 2020 - Keep Irving Beautiful
555Production Launches State-of-the-Art Educational Movie for Free
Animated educational movie, clarifying the biological effects of electromagnetic fields, launches on 17 October 2020. - October 15, 2020 - 555Production
Black Lives Matter Tops Global Ranking of Activist Movements
2020 has seen a remarkable, global increase in grassroots movement activity, with concrete impact on society and policy; philanthropic backing is still lagging behind. - October 14, 2020 - The Altruist League
Youth for Human Rights Says "Teaching Human Rights is Worth It"
On the 10th of December, the 72nd anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), Youth for Human Rights (YHR) Florida chapter will certify human rights educators as Human Rights Advocates and present special awards to those teachers who have done outstanding human rights work. - October 09, 2020 - United for Human Rights Florida
KIB Celebrates 29th Annual Trash Bash via Social Media; Volunteers Participate in #IrvingTrashBash
The Trash Bash is typically the largest volunteer event of the year for Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB), with hundreds of people gathering in one location for a cleanup. The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated some changes to that plan, but did not stop the 29th annual event from proceeding. The event... - October 03, 2020 - Keep Irving Beautiful
President of Florida Human Rights Organization is Honored as Bay News’ 9 Everyday Hero
Christopher King, who was appointed as President of United for Human Rights’ Florida Chapter in November of 2019, was honored as the Bay News 9’s Everyday Hero on Monday morning, the 25th of September, for his dedication towards ending human trafficking and helping youth in the Tampa... - October 02, 2020 - United for Human Rights Florida
Committee Seeks Nominations for Human Rights Day 2020
The Tennessee Celebration of International Human Rights Day will take place on December 10 at 6pm virtually. The planning committee for the event is now accepting nominations for the prestigious human rights awards. - September 26, 2020 - United for Human Rights
Cambridge Friends School Leads COVID-19 Mitigation Efforts in Schools with Installation of Upper Room Germicidal Ultraviolet Lighting (GUV)
Progressive Quaker school applies antimicrobial technology as part of comprehensive in-person reopening plan. - September 25, 2020 - Cambridge Friends School
South Florida-Born 1000 Mermaids Artificial Reef Project Triples in Size Through Second Deployment in Palm Beach County
The 1000 Mermaids Project is a public art installation created in conjunction with Reef Cells that will serve as an underwater eco-friendly destination for tourism off of South Florida’s Coastlines. - September 24, 2020 - Ocean Rescue Alliance
Leading Artists from Across the World Come Together for African Painted Dog Conservation
Launching on Tuesday 15 September, a Global Art Fundraiser "LYCAON – Artists for Painted Dogs" features over 30 international artists and photographers, who have come together to raise awareness and funds globally, for the endangered African Painted Dog (aka Painted Wolves or African Wild Dogs). A century ago, approximately 500,000 Painted Dogs roamed the African continent. Less than 6,600 including around 700 breeding pairs, remain in the wild today. - September 15, 2020 - Artists for Painted Dogs
Radlett Residents Launch Racial Equality Group
Radlett locals set up "Radlett Action for Racial Equality" (RARE) to stamp out racism in their village and amongst their wider professional spheres. - September 15, 2020 - Radlett Action for Racial Equality
World Rivers Day 2020 Set for September 27
World Rivers Day 2020, set for September 27, commemorates the many values of rivers and encourages river stewardship and conservation around the globe. This massive worldwide event involving up to 100 countries has its roots in British Columbia Rivers Day which celebrates its 40th anniversary. - September 14, 2020 - World Rivers Day
Tennessee Human Rights Day Planning Begins for 2020
Human rights are a hot topic. - September 12, 2020 - United for Human Rights
AmpleHarvest.org Announces New Board Member
AmpleHarvest.org announces the appointment of Mike Sutterer, CEO of Bonnie Plants, to its Board of Directors. - September 02, 2020 - AmpleHarvest.org
Concert in Support of Human Rights
Tennessee United for Human Rights brought its message of human rights for all to a concert Saturday in Mt. Juliet, Tenn. - August 29, 2020 - United for Human Rights
Local Nonprofit Autism Shifts Takes Mission Global Due to COVID-19
Local nonprofit Autism Shifts has provided specialized training, resources, and connection opportunities to educate and empower the Autism community in Tampa Bay, Florida, for more than a decade. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the nonprofit has now made a shift to online programming,... - August 27, 2020 - Autism Shifts
College Settlement Board Members Unanimously Voted in a New Academic Engagement Camp for Essential Employees in Hatboro-Horsham Community
Utilizing the open-air Day Camp Building (8 garage doors,12 windows and ceiling fans to allow fresh air to flow throughout the building), College Settlement will embark upon this new program beginning September 14th and ending November 20th in hopes of assisting families in need. “Our 5, 3 and 2 day sessions are available to provide support to essential workers. - August 22, 2020 - College Settlement of Philadelphia