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Urgent Update On Stop-Watch & Respond, August Vigil
On Sunday, August 26th, the Stop~Watch team experienced mechanical difficulties making the drive to NY from GA. Arrival for the Coney Island Vigil is not expected to be made on time as a result. They are asking that you please continue the campaign from your home and area CAPA Locations between 9pm and 10pm EST. The attempt to light up the shore of Coney Island will be made again on the next vigil date of Sunday September 30, 2007. "Rest in peace August 2007 child abuse fatalities." - August 28, 2007 - STOP~WATCH & Respond
Humanity First Initiates Peruvian Earthquake Relief Efforts
A powerful earthquake shook the southern coast of Peru last week for a span of two minutes, leaving hundreds dead and thousands injured. Efforts to aid the victims and destruction wrought by the 8.0 earthquake have begun by Humanity First, USA. With over 500 people dead, over 1000 injured, and an... - August 26, 2007 - Humanity First
Humanity First USA Honors Ambassador of Qatar for $1.17 Million Gift for Hurricane Katrina Victims
His Excellency, Nasser Bin Hammad Al-Khalifa, Ambassador of Qatar, was honored in January this year in New Orleans by Humanity First USA for his assistance in relief to Hurricane Katrina victims. Using his $1.17 million dollar gift to help disaster struck victims, Humanity First was enabled to... - August 26, 2007 - Humanity First
Humanity First Leading Technological Advances in Liberia and Guyana
From addressing the technological and educational needs of Liberia and Guyana to the recognition of Qatar’s valiant relief efforts, Humanity First has had an active year thus far. Beginning early this year in Monrovia, Liberia, Humanity First Liberia (HFL) launched its very first computer... - August 26, 2007 - Humanity First
Preparing Kids for the Start of School … and Bullying Prevention
Love Our Children USA announced today that bullying and teasing is at the top of kids’ issues at schools, and with school set to open in a few weeks, parents, teachers and school administrators should take caution and sensitivity in handling these issues. - August 22, 2007 - Love Our Children USA
STOP~WATCH & Respond! A 2007-2008 National Campaign to Bring Greater Awareness to the War on Child Abuse and Its Fatalities
"Bringing the war on child abuse front and center until America pays attention and makes greater intervention." - August 20, 2007 - STOP~WATCH & Respond
Gay and Lesbian Immigration Rights Subject of Award-Winning Film
Sebastian Cordoba’s Through Thick and Thin Wins Outfest Freedom Award - July 28, 2007 - Out4Immigration
American Association of University Women Honors The Ophelia Project
The Ophelia Project President and CEO Mary A. Baird stood in front of hundreds of prominent individuals in education July 2 to accept the American Association of University Women’s Eleanor Roosevelt Fund Award. The award was presented to The Ophelia Project at the AAUW’s 2007 National... - July 28, 2007 - The Ophelia Project
'Shock Treatment' is Grievous Bodily Harm
“Electroconvulsive therapy should not be an option in the mental health bill,” says watchdog. - July 27, 2007 - CCHRUK
ReZoom.com Chooses New York’s Love Our Children USA as A Better World Finalist
What if taking only a few minutes of your time could help raise $100,000 dollars for a local charity? - June 27, 2007 - Love Our Children USA
Albany Medical Volunteers Open Engeye Health Clinic in Uganda
In partnership with local Ugandans, three medical students have brought sustainable healthcare, for the first time, to a forgotten region of Uganda. - June 21, 2007 - Engeye
Out4Immigration Continues the Fight for Equality as Voice and Advocate for Same-Sex Binational Couples and HIV+ Immigrants
Group to Celebrate One-Year Anniversary at San Francisco Pride Parade on June 24 - June 21, 2007 - Out4Immigration
Sarah Ferguson to Speak at The Ophelia Project 10th Anniversary Dinner
Sarah Ferguson, The Duchess of York, will be the keynote speaker at The Ophelia Project's 10th anniversary celebration on Thursday, Oct. 18. This highly-anticipated event unites one of the world's leading child advocates, herself once a target of public bullying, with an organization that has spent... - June 18, 2007 - The Ophelia Project
Children's Book Written for Children on the Perils of Child Molestation
Mi-Leing teaches children, who have been victimized by sexual abuse (or have potential to become so), with an instructive story on how to break the silence, and bring an end to this wide-spread unspoken violation. The story is written in the manner of a fairy-tale, and in the style of Dr. Seuss. - June 14, 2007 - Mi-Leing
CACEP Selects Stardonor.com Services as Their Internet Commerce Solution
Internet commerce is a needed service to continue to be successful website. - June 09, 2007 - Central American Children's Education Projects
The Ophelia Project Opens Registration for Relational Aggression Seminar
The Ophelia Project has opened registration for “It Has a Name: Relational Aggression,” a one-day seminar to take place Friday, Oct. 19 at the Ambassador Banquet and Conference Center in Erie, Pa. The educational event offers workshops in relational aggression, cyberbullying,... - June 07, 2007 - The Ophelia Project
What Does Voting For Love Our Children USA, A World Champion Charity, Have In Common With American Idol And Dancing With The Stars?
Love Our Children USA, is not a TV Show that wins more votes than the Presidential election. It does not offer a record deal on American Idol or a ballroom trophy on Dancing With The Stars however, it is a World Champion national charity working to break the cycle of violence and neglect against children and it seeks like-minded votes. - June 06, 2007 - Love Our Children USA
Out4Immigration to Co-Present Sebastian Cordoba’s 'Through Thick and Thin' at Frameline 31 LGBT Film Fest
Documentary details the struggles of same-sex binational couples against unjust US immigration laws - June 05, 2007 - Out4Immigration
The Ophelia Project CEO Speaks at Adagio Health Breakfast
Mary A. Baird, president and CEO of The Ophelia Project, has been tapped to present at the Adagio Health You First Breakfast Series on Friday, June 15, 2007 in Pittsburgh. Baird will present an overall picture of The Ophelia Project’s role in creating safe social climates and preventing... - June 02, 2007 - The Ophelia Project
Amnesty? Not in America
That is the cry being carried on the lips of thousands of Americans heading to Washington and State Capitals. - May 22, 2007 - Let Freedom Ring America
Charity Film Screening - Help Support Women's Rights in Afghanistan
The AfghanFem FMF action team is holding a benefit film screening of Meena Nanji's acclaimed documentary "View from a Grain of Sand." All proceeds go to the Feminist Majority Foundation's Campaign for Afghan Women & Girls. Seats are limited. Tickets can be purchased on the AfghanFem webpage - http://afghanfem.tripod.com. - May 21, 2007 - AfghanFem
CACEP Adds an Internet Website to Spread the Word of their Mission
In response to the devastating effects that natural disasters, political unrest and daily extreme poverty has on Central American families and children, CACEP was born to help. - May 20, 2007 - Central American Children's Education Projects
Statement from People Against Censorship Regarding the Suspension of Opie and Anthony by XM Satellite Radio
In response to the suspension of the Opie and Anthony Show by XM Satellite Radio, Debbie Wolfe, co-founder of People against Censorship, has issued the following statement: "People Against Censorship is outraged by the decision of XM Radio to suspend Opie and Anthony based on a few sentences... - May 17, 2007 - People Against Censorship
Will One Million American’s Stand Up for Their Country?
Will one-million American’s take a stand for their country? That is the question put to the test by one non-profit group this June. - May 14, 2007 - Let Freedom Ring America
Out4Immigration Applauds Nadler-Leahy Uniting American Families Act (UAFA)
Congress introduces bill to give same-sex binational couples same rights as heterosexuals - May 11, 2007 - Out4Immigration
Webby Awards Honor World Vision’s Interactive AIDS Experience
Online visitors journey with African child affected by AIDS - May 09, 2007 - World Vision US
Imus Controversy Spawns “R” Word Awareness Campaign
The “R” Word Campaign is a grass roots effort to raise awareness that people with intellectual disabilities and their families are offended by the use of the words “retard” or “retarded” when used to describe something negative. - May 05, 2007 - The "R" Word Campaign
New Hampshire Set to Offer Civil Unions for Gay and Lesbian Couples
State and Local Civil Unions, Domestic Partnerships and Marriage Won’t Help Same-Sex Binational Couples Stay Together in the United States - May 02, 2007 - Out4Immigration
On Your Mark, Get Set, Run
27th Annual Buckley's - Kennedy's 5K Charity Run to benefit HeartShare Human Services of New York - May 02, 2007 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Citizens Commission on Human Rights UK Celebrates its 38th Year
Three human rights awards presented by CCHR UK at Saint Hill Castle - April 27, 2007 - Citizens Commission on Human Rights UK
Mothers Who Make a Difference 2007 ... Second Annual List
Love Our Children USA announced today the second Annual “Mothers Who Make A Difference List.” Parenting is one of the most difficult jobs there is. As Mother’s Day nears on Sunday, May 13th, and at a time when violence against children is affecting over 3 million children in the... - April 26, 2007 - Love Our Children USA
Needs of Children Must Stay at Forefront as World Addresses Iraqi Refugee Crisis
World Vision launches new report at United Nations conference; continues response in Jordan - April 23, 2007 - World Vision US
American Association for Affirmative Action Announces 33rd Annual Conference, "Diversity and Affirmative Action: Where Do They Meet"
Outstanding diversity and civil rights professionals meet in Austin, Texas to discuss affirmative action challenges - April 22, 2007 - American Association for Affirmative Action
The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation Funds Autism Services at HeartShare
HeartShare Human Services of New York is proud to announce it has been granted $11,175 from The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation to support its school-holiday program for adolescents with autism. HeartShare’s School Holiday Program offers enjoyable recreational outings to 15 teens, with... - April 14, 2007 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Gala Raises $700,000 for HeartShare
Annual Gala raises money for HeartShare Human Services of New York's new autism school and other programs - April 11, 2007 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
National Love Our Children Day – Celebrating And Valuing America’s Children
Love Our Children USA announces the fourth annual National Love Our Children Day. National Love Our Children Day is an initiative of Love Our Children USA, and is celebrated annually across the country on the first Saturday of every April to honor children, strengthen families and raise awareness for efforts to protect children. - March 30, 2007 - Love Our Children USA
Out4Immigration Supports Passage of Legislation to Stop Hate Crimes, Protect Families
In response to the murder of transgender immigrant, Ruby Rodriguez, in San Francisco, an international grassroots organization, Out4Immigration, calls for passage of a new hate crimes bill and immigration reform that will protect all families. - March 29, 2007 - Out4Immigration
“Get Blue” – Love Our Children USA’s National Effort to Educate America During April, National Child Abuse Prevention Month
April marks the 24th anniversary of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to child abuse education, awareness and prevention activities. To observe National Child Abuse Prevention month, Love Our Children USA, (a national organization headquartered in New York whose mission is to... - March 19, 2007 - Love Our Children USA
Sweatfree Communities Urges Gov. Patrick to Help End Sweatshops
In light of this week's revelation of a garment sweatshop in New Bedford, Sweatfree Communities urged Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick to take action now to end sweatshop exploitation by joining the Governors Coalition for Sweatfree Procurement and Worker Rights. - March 09, 2007 - Sweatfree Communities
Celebrating the Birth of a School
HeartShare Human Services of New York's Annual Spring Gala and Auction will celebrate the opening of its new autism program. - March 08, 2007 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Outdated Cell Phones Raise Funds and Provide Emergency Relief for Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse Victims
Inspirations is collecting used cell phones to benefit domestic and sexual abuse victims as well as the elderly and children. Recycling the phones is good for the environment and the community. - February 25, 2007 - Inspirations of Hamilton County
PositiveResistance.ORG Empowered 7,000 Foster Children
Change The Nation: Foster Hope. Volunteer organization Positive Resistance is in the business of improving the lives of teens in foster care. - February 25, 2007 - Positive Resistance
Study Shows Effectiveness of CASS: Creating a Safe School™
A recent study performed by The Ophelia Project® research team illustrates the short term effectiveness of The Ophelia Project’s CASS: Creating a Safe School™ program in reducing relationally aggressive behavior among middle school students. The study shows that, after a year of... - February 21, 2007 - The Ophelia Project
Dr. Kathryn Lofton Receives LGBT Religious History Award
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Religious Archives Network (LGBT-RAN) honors Dr. Kathryn Lofton as the 2006-07 recipient of its LGBT Religious History Award. The LGBT Religious Archives Network created this award in order to promote scholarship in LGBT studies in religious history. ... - February 14, 2007 - LGBT Religoius Archives Network
Queens is Treated to Rendition of the Wizard of Oz
Adults with developmental disabilities perform The Wizard of Oz. - January 23, 2007 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
United Planet to Participate in Bloomingdales's Multi-Charity Event
United Planet will participating in Bloomingdale's multi-charity event, "The Shopping Benefit", on Wednesday, February 28, 2007, at Bloomingdale's Chestnut Hill Fashion & Home/Men's stores. The event will be held from 10am-10pm with over 35 local charities participating. "The... - January 17, 2007 - United Planet
Ninety Organizations Call on Congress to Save $1 Billion in Proposed Global AIDS Funding
Funding increase is critical to turning the tide against deadly pandemic, groups warn. - January 12, 2007 - World Vision US
The Ophelia Project® National Movement Empowers Local Leaders
The Ophelia Project® is hosting Wo/Men With Vision in Chautauqua, New York, February 9-11, 2007. The semi-annual event is the first step to establishing a The Ophelia Project® in your area. Men and women who currently serve youth or are concerned about social climates in their... - January 03, 2007 - The Ophelia Project
$100,000 Raised for HeartShare's Children's Programs
Trees and ornaments and bears, oh my! For the 18th year, HeartShare Human Services of New York hosted its annual Tree Festival to raise funds for children in its foster care and adoption programs and those with developmental disabilities, including the soon-to-open school-age program for children... - December 29, 2006 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Need Assistance Paying Your Heating Bill?
It may have been a mild winter but that does not mean that people have not been using their heat at night. For some, they are in danger of having their heat turned off just as the cold days of winter are approaching. However, help is available. As it has in previous years, HeartShare Human... - December 22, 2006 - HeartShare Human Services of NY