NYSPCC

Aysha E. Schomburg Appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children

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Donnerstag, Mai 9, 2024

NEW YORK, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC) has named Aysha E. Schomburg, J.D., as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 13, 2024, the NYSPCC Board of Directors announced.

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  • "We are delighted to welcome Aysha E. Schomburg as our new President and CEO," said Alison Hutchinson, NYSPCC Board Vice President.
  • "After an extensive search, we are confident that Aysha's expertise, collaborative spirit and extraordinary leadership will take the Society to the next level.
  • We are excited to bring in new energy to enhance our great work and look forward to Aysha forging the way forward."
  • Schomburg previously served as the Senior Administrator for Program Oversight for New York City's Administration for Children's Services (ACS).

Spartan Capital Securities and The Little John Foundation Sponsor NYSPCC Spring Luncheon Featuring Dasani Coates

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Montag, April 15, 2024

New York, NY , April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Spartan Capital Securities and The Little John Foundation are proud sponsors of the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC) Spring Luncheon, held at The Pierre on April 9, 2024.

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  • New York, NY , April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Spartan Capital Securities and The Little John Foundation are proud sponsors of the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC) Spring Luncheon, held at The Pierre on April 9, 2024.
  • The support from Spartan Capital Securities and The Little John Foundation significantly contributed to the success of the luncheon.
  • We appreciate the support of John and Cynthia Lowry, Spartan Capital, and The Little John Foundation," expressed Lea Shave, Director of Fundraising Events.
  • John Lowry, CEO of Spartan Capital Securities, emphasized the importance of supporting organizations like NYSPCC: "At Spartan Capital Securities, we believe in the power of community and protecting the most vulnerable among us.

Dasani Coates featured at the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children's Spring Luncheon on April 9

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Dienstag, Februar 27, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC) will hold its annual Spring Luncheon on Tuesday, April 9, and feature a conversation with Dasani Coates, the subject of the Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction book by Andrea Elliott, Invisible Child: Poverty, Survival, and Hope in an American City.

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  • The NYSPCC is dedicated to reducing incidences and impacts of child abuse and neglect through prevention programs that improve the safety of children and intervention programs that help children and families heal.
  • Recognized as a pioneer in the field of child protection, the Society has served more than two million children over the past 149 years.
  • "We are delighted to invite our supporters, partners and the broader community to join us for a riveting and inspiring afternoon on survival and child welfare at the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children's 2024 Spring Luncheon," said Muna Heaven, the NYSPCC's Interim Executive Director.
  • "The children we work with have been through unthinkable trauma, and we are committed to providing free, best-practice services to these children and their families every day.

Parents Voicing Ever Stronger Concerns About Risks to Children's Safety Online, From Social Media to Artificial Intelligence to Strangers, New Study Finds

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Mittwoch, Dezember 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Parents are more and more concerned about risks to their children's safety on the internet – and they believe technology companies and the government aren't doing enough to protect children, according to the latest study from the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC), one of the foremost child protection agencies in the world. 

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  • What's more, almost all parents (89%) are concerned about the potential negative effects social media may have on children's development.
  • Also top of mind for parents is a new worry: artificial intelligence.
  • In fact, 77% of parents are concerned about AI presenting more internet safety risks to children.
  • Parents are also aware of other top internet safety risks for their children.

The NYSPCC Receives $1.65 Million in Grants for Programs that Advance Agency's Mission to Prevent Child Abuse

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Dienstag, November 7, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC), the world's first child protection agency, has received $1.65 million across three grants to help fund critical programs and services that further the agency's mission to respond to the complex needs of abused and neglected children.

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  • The grants come from the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
  • For nearly 150 years, the NYSPCC has worked to protect children and those involved in their care by providing best-practice counseling, legal and educational services.
  • "To have been awarded such significant grants from key federal programs speaks volumes about the critical work the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children does on behalf of children's safety.
  • Safe Touches is an evidence-based child sexual abuse prevention program designed for children in kindergarten through third grade.

World Childhood Foundation USA Appoints Mary L. Pulido, PhD as New Executive Director

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Donnerstag, September 14, 2023

World Childhood Foundation USA (Childhood USA), one of the country’s leading non-profits in the fight against child sexual exploitation and abuse, today announced the appointment of Mary L. Pulido, Ph.D., as Executive Director, effective October 5, 2023.

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  • World Childhood Foundation USA (Childhood USA), one of the country’s leading non-profits in the fight against child sexual exploitation and abuse, today announced the appointment of Mary L. Pulido, Ph.D., as Executive Director, effective October 5, 2023.
  • “For two decades, Childhood USA has helped to safeguard and support the most vulnerable, working to create a more secure, supportive environment for every child across the United States,” said Dr. Mary Pulido, incoming Executive Director of Childhood USA.
  • Founded in 1999 by Her Majesty Queen Silvia of Sweden, World Childhood Foundation stands as a testament to its commitment to advocating for the fundamental right of every child to experience a secure and nurturing childhood.
  • “We are delighted to welcome Mary Pulido as our new Executive Director at Childhood USA.

Nearly 9 Out Of 10 Parents Want Schools To Do Much More To Educate Kids About Internet Safety Risks

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Donnerstag, Oktober 27, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new nationwide study conducted by the The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (The NYSPCC), the nation's oldest child protection agency, reveals there is a high level of support for schools to play a more significant role in educating children about the risks associated with use of the internet. According to parents with children under age 18, internet safety is not being addressed by schools—only 19% of parents surveyed indicate their children's schools provided teaching on internet safety and risks during the prior school year (2021-22), while 41% don't know if schools have addressed this topic with students and 23% say it has not been taught. Overall, 86% of parents favor having schools conduct annual sessions with children and teens about internet safety and risks.

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  • A new study reveals parents want schools to play a bigger role in educating children about internet safety.
  • Overall, 86% of parents favor having schools conduct annual sessions with children and teens about internet safety and risks.
  • "Our schools have an inherent responsibility to teach children about internet safety and it's clear that parents want schools to play a bigger role in helping keep students safe," said Mary Pulido, PhD., Executive director of The NYSPCC.
  • Parents who favor having schools provide annual sessions on internet safety to students also identify numerous topics they believe are important to address with students.

The Fresh Air Fund Announces Lisa Gitelson as its New Chief Executive Officer

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Dienstag, April 12, 2022

NEW YORK, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Fresh Air Fund Board of Directors and Chairman William P. Lauder announce the appointment of Lisa Gitelson as the new Chief Executive Officer to begin on April 18, 2022. The Fresh Air Fund, a not-for-profit youth development organization, has served New York City's youth since 1877. Throughout Ms. Gitelson's over 25-year career in public service, as an attorney and child welfare advocate, she has been dedicated to addressing the needs of underserved youth. Prior to joining The Fresh Air Fund, she was Assistant Executive Director/Legal Counsel for The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC). She is also an Adjunct Professor at Silberman School of Social Work, Hunter College, CUNY, where she teaches the Policy & Practice of Child Welfare.

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  • The Fresh Air Fund Board of Directors and Chairman William P. Lauder announce the appointment of Lisa Gitelson as the new Chief Executive Officer.
  • NEW YORK, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Fresh Air Fund Board of Directors and Chairman William P. Lauder announce the appointment of Lisa Gitelson as the new Chief Executive Officer to begin on April 18, 2022.
  • "We are pleased to name Lisa Gitelson as The Fund's new Chief Executive Officer," said William P. Lauder, Chairman of the Board.
  • I look forward to working with The Fund's dedicated staff and partnering with our families and communities to continue strengthening the children of our city," said Lisa Gitelson, Chief Executive Officer, The Fresh Air Fund.

The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children Elects Shane Foley, Lilian Yang and Mikal Finkelstein as New Members of Its Board of Directors

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Dienstag, März 22, 2022

Shane Foley is a Partner with PwC, as well as a leader in PwC's Cyber, Risk & Regulatory consulting practice, with responsibility for 800 professionals.

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  • Shane Foley is a Partner with PwC, as well as a leader in PwC's Cyber, Risk & Regulatory consulting practice, with responsibility for 800 professionals.
  • He and his team work with public and private organizations to assess and improve their risk management and compliance processes.
  • She is now an individual investor overseeing the Cosmin Panait & Lilian Yang Foundation, which focuses on making positive social impacts on children and education.
  • Erin Freilich, The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, 1 9177500493, [email protected]

The NYSPCC, NIECP and the U.S. Alliance to End the Hitting of Children Announce the Winners of the 2021 "Hit No More" Social Media Contest to End Corporal Punishment

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Mittwoch, März 16, 2022

to educate and encourage mindful alternatives to physical discipline and that illustrate that physical punishment is never okay to use.

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  • to educate and encourage mindful alternatives to physical discipline and that illustrate that physical punishment is never okay to use.
  • The world will be a better place for children to thrive once parents and teachers stop using this antiquated disciplinary technique."
  • Earlier this year, Bialik shared her thoughts on the negative effects of corporal punishment, using image from the previous "Hit No More" Social Media Contest to strengthen her point.
  • Dr. Debangshu Roygardner, National Initiative to End Corporal Punishment, 1 212-660-1375, [email protected]