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INROADS APPOINTS CRYSTAL PECK OF L3HARRIS TO THE NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Dienstag, November 7, 2023
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ATLANTA, GA, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS is delighted to announce the appointment of Crystal Peck to its National Board of Directors.

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  • ATLANTA, GA, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS is delighted to announce the appointment of Crystal Peck to its National Board of Directors.
  • Peck is an INROADS alumna who currently serves as the Vice President of Human Resources for Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies company.
  • From my college years to being an alumna today, they have played a pivotal role in my professional life," says Peck.
  • "We are thrilled to appoint Crystal Peck to our National Board of Directors.

National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching Accredits ICARE's Recovery Coach Training (CPRC) for University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

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Dienstag, Oktober 3, 2023
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ORLANDO, Fla. and STEVENS POINT, Wis., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The International Center for Addiction and Recovery Education™ (ICARE) announces its Certified Professional Recovery Coach (CPRC) training program has been approved as a Continuing Education (CE) curriculum for National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coaches (NBC-HWCs). The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UW-Stevens Point) will begin offering ICARE's CRPC training as a specialty to board certified coaches. Register here to enroll in the online course.

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  • The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UW-Stevens Point) will begin offering ICARE's CRPC training as a specialty to board certified coaches.
  • The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (UW-Stevens Point) will begin offering ICARE's CRPC training as a specialty to board certified coaches.
  • "The accreditation of ICARE's online program by the National Board is excellent news for those in the health and wellness profession," said UW-Stevens Point Assistant Professor of Health Sciences and Wellness, Brian Krolczyk.
  • This new curriculum will attract NWHBC coaches seeking to add a Recovery Coach specialty to their health and wellness coaching practice.

NCC Volunteers inducted into the Inaugural Class of AWHONN Fellows

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Mittwoch, Juni 28, 2023
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CHICAGO, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Fellow of the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (FAWHONN) recognizes nurse leaders who have made substantive and sustained contributions to the health of women and newborns beyond the expectations of their role. They have demonstrated outstanding contributions to clinical practice, research, education, advocacy, or policy at the regional, national, or global level that is reflective of AWHONN's mission and vision. Becoming an AWHONN Fellow demonstrates a commitment to the profession and to the highest standards of nursing care in the specialty of women's health, obstetric, or neonatal nursing.

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  • Ms. Swinton currently serves as the Secretary-Treasurer on the NCC Board of Directors and as a team member on the Obstetric Nursing Content Exam.
  • Ms. Swinton is passionate about clinical competency and professional development, patient safety, and evidence-based practice to enhance or design education initiatives.
  • Her professional and personal values align well with NCC's vision of a healthcare system transformed by professionals who are certified.
  • She has contributed to AWHONN publications, position statements and books, and has been a speaker at many AWHONN state conferences and annual conventions.

The Quell Foundation Appoints a New Executive Director, and a Director of the First Responder Resilience Project

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Dienstag, Juni 13, 2023
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"We are thrilled to welcome Amber to The Quell Foundation team," said Lynch.

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  • "We are thrilled to welcome Amber to The Quell Foundation team," said Lynch.
  • "Her experience, expertise, and passion for mental health advocacy make her the ideal candidate to lead The Quell Foundation into the future.
  • Karen’s wealth of understanding and competency will be instrumental in maintaining operational and financial stability of the FRRP cost center.
  • For more information about The Quell Foundation and its programs, please visit www.thequellfoundation.org .

The Quell Foundation Appoints a New Executive Director, and a Director of the First Responder Resilience Project

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Dienstag, Juni 13, 2023
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The Quell Foundation Appoints a new Executive Director, and a Director of the First Responder Resilience Project

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  • The Quell Foundation Appoints a new Executive Director, and a Director of the First Responder Resilience Project
    As the Executive Director of The Quell Foundation, Ms. Meyerl, a highly accomplished mental health professional with extensive experience in counseling and advocacy, will report directly to Founder and CEO Kevin M Lynch and will be responsible for the overall management and leadership of the organization.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Amber to The Quell Foundation team," said Lynch.
  • "Her experience, expertise, and passion for mental health advocacy make her the ideal candidate to lead The Quell Foundation into the future.
  • "Together, the First Responder Resilience Project and newly merged Survive First, will break the barriers that have stood in the way for far too long."

INROADS Appoints Al Johnson as Latest Member of its National Board of Directors

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Dienstag, Mai 23, 2023
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Atlanta, GA, May 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS , a nonprofit organization with the mandate to create career pathways for diverse high school and college students, recently named Al Johnson, Vice President, Supplier Management at Grainger , as the latest member of its National Board of Directors.

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  • Atlanta, GA, May 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INROADS , a nonprofit organization with the mandate to create career pathways for diverse high school and college students, recently named Al Johnson, Vice President, Supplier Management at Grainger , as the latest member of its National Board of Directors.
  • “I am honored to join the INROADS organization and contribute where I can to advance its mission to elevate the development of underrepresented talent,” said Johnson.
  • “As an INROADS alumnus, I’m honored to reconnect with the organization that helped boost my career.
  • To learn more about the INROADS organization and the impact it has on participants nationwide, visit inroads.org/ .

Recent Legislation Targeting the Rights of Trans Individuals Deepens Concerns Around the Mental Health of LGBTQ Communities

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Mittwoch, April 26, 2023
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NEW YORK, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As we grapple with numerous states across the country enacting harmful anti-LGBTQ legislation, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), the nation's leading suicide prevention organization, calls upon local legislators to reject anti-trans legislation and encourages people to rally around the LGBTQ community by asking their elected officials to enact laws supporting these individuals.

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  • It's important to emphasize that it's not an individual's LGBTQ identity that elevates risk for suicide.
  • We take our responsibility to educate the public about mental health and suicide very seriously, especially when communities are at increased risk.
  • This directly threatens the physical and mental health of our community and poses an increased risk for deterioration in mental health.
  • LGBTQ individuals need and deserve access to quality physical and mental healthcare and I, with AFSP, will continue to advocate for the fundamental human rights to health and safety."

American College of Lifestyle Medicine and National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching announce collaboration to advance the role of behavior change in health care

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Dienstag, März 28, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, Mo., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) and the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) have announced a strategic collaboration to advance behavior change and health and wellness coaching skills among health care professionals and enhance the role for health and wellness coaches on health care teams. The collaboration will provide an avenue for advancing research, education, and awareness to further uncover the benefits of coaching skills within the lifestyle medicine paradigm.

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  • ST. LOUIS, Mo., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) and the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) have announced a strategic collaboration to advance behavior change and health and wellness coaching skills among health care professionals and enhance the role for health and wellness coaches on health care teams.
  • NBHWC, an affiliate of the National Board of Medical Examiners, provides board certification for health and wellness coaches.
  • National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coaches (NBC-HWC) train in behavior change theories, motivational strategies, and health education and promotion theories.
  • ACLM is delighted to partner with the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching to ensure that more clinicians develop health coaching skills, become board certified and bring awareness to the vital role of health coaches on care teams."

Wave Life Secures $6M Investment to Increase Mental Health Access For Gen Z

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Dienstag, März 7, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wave Life, the science-backed mental health platform aimed at supporting Gen Z, today announced the completion of a $6 million seed investment led by Santé Ventures. Additional investment comes from Hannah Grey, Joyance Capital, Gaingels, and Telocity Ventures. The newly raised capital will allow Wave Life to refine their product offering and expand further into the employer space, where mental health has become pivotal for employee satisfaction and retention. Wave Life makes managing mental health more personal, less tedious, and more effective for Gen Z. The platform provides users with accessible emotional wellbeing coaching and science-backed techniques to help them survive and thrive both in and out of the workplace. The company's innovative approach to mental health prioritizes the unique needs and experiences of this younger generation, supporting them as they build a solid foundation for their sustained mental health.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wave Life , the science-backed mental health platform aimed at supporting Gen Z, today announced the completion of a $6 million seed investment led by Santé Ventures.
  • Wave Life makes managing mental health more personal, less tedious, and more effective for Gen Z.
  • Furthermore, 91% of Gen Z have reported experiencing at least one physical or emotional symptom related to poor mental health.
  • "Wave Life has the potential to transform the way we approach mental health by increasing access and engagement, solving the significant supply/demand issues in mental healthcare delivery, and providing a measurement-based and clinically-validated platform.

Bellevue University Professor Appointed to CACREP Board of Directors

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Dienstag, Februar 7, 2023
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Dr. Carlos Del Rio, an Associate Professor in Bellevue University’s College of Arts and Sciences, has been appointed to the CACREP Board of Directors for a five-year term.

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  • Dr. Carlos Del Rio, an Associate Professor in Bellevue University’s College of Arts and Sciences, has been appointed to the CACREP Board of Directors for a five-year term.
  • The CACREP board is composed of between 13 and 15 members, and Dr. Del Rio is one of eight counselor educators.
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    Dr. Carlos Del Rio, Associate Professor at Bellevue University, will join the CACREP Board of Directors in July 2023.
  • Dr. Del Rio received his Master of Science in Education and his Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, a CACREP-accredited program.