Poverty

From Commitment to Action: Mary Kay Releases Overview of Transformative Partnership to Advance Women’s Entrepreneurship Globally

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Mary Kay Inc. , a global leader in women’s empowerment, today announced the release of a special report titled "Advancing Women’s Entrepreneurship: from Commitment to Action."

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  • Mary Kay Inc. , a global leader in women’s empowerment, today announced the release of a special report titled "Advancing Women’s Entrepreneurship: from Commitment to Action."
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    In 2019, in partnership with six United Nations agencies, Mary Kay founded WEA as a driving force for promoting women's entrepreneurship and economic participation worldwide.
  • “Through the Women’s Entrepreneurship Accelerator, we have created a robust platform that not only supports but celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of women globally,” said Deborah Gibbins, Chief Operating Officer at Mary Kay.
  • To learn more about the Women’s Entrepreneurship Accelerator and to read the full 2023 Special Report, please click here .

Philip Morris International’s U.S. Business Champions Female Economic Growth in Connecticut with Record-Setting $5 Million Investment Through New Partnership with Women’s Business Development Council

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Congressman Jim Himes; State Representative Tom O'Dea; Fran Pastore, CEO of the Women’s Business Development Council; Gov.

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  • Congressman Jim Himes; State Representative Tom O'Dea; Fran Pastore, CEO of the Women’s Business Development Council; Gov.
  • “Philip Morris International is committed to making positive impact throughout Connecticut communities and beyond.
  • Our partnership with WBDC and investment through the ‘Women’s Economic Empowerment Initiative’ enables us to better support Gov.
  • “As the first multinational to receive Global EQUAL-SALARY Certification , we believe supporting female empowerment and ensuring economic equality is paramount for our collective economic growth.

SMBC Announces Building Resilient Futures to Enrich Youth Through the Power of the Outdoors

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

The Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Global Foundation, part of SMBC Group, is helping increase access to outdoor-based programs that develop resiliency and enable younger generations to lead bright futures with the launch of SMBC Building Resilient Futures (BRF), announced today.

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  • The Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Global Foundation, part of SMBC Group, is helping increase access to outdoor-based programs that develop resiliency and enable younger generations to lead bright futures with the launch of SMBC Building Resilient Futures (BRF), announced today.
  • SMBC’s pilot commitment will support an estimated 750 youths this year, in partnership with American Camp Association, Change Summer, and Outward Bound.
  • The partnership will offer access to outdoor programs that aim to enhance confidence, character, and well-being through a deeper connection to peers and the outdoors.
  • Following the inaugural BRF cohort, SMBC plans to expand the program to serve more young people across the Americas.

Affinity Foundation Welcomes Kelly Watts as Executive Director

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Affinity Federal Credit Union (“ Affinity ”) and Affinity Foundation (“ Foundation ”), bring in non-profit leader Kelly Watts as the new Executive Director.

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  • Affinity Federal Credit Union (“ Affinity ”) and Affinity Foundation (“ Foundation ”), bring in non-profit leader Kelly Watts as the new Executive Director.
  • With an extensive background in the nonprofit sector, Kelly brings comprehensive experience in development, communications, and leadership to her role at the Foundation.
  • Before joining the Foundation, Watts played a vital leadership role in the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Vietnam Era Education Center & Museum in Holmdel, NJ, where she served as the Executive Director for 17 years.
  • With a vision to end the cycle of poverty for those it serves, the Foundation is poised for continued growth under the new leadership of Kelly Watts.

The MolinaCares Accord Invests $3.7 Million to Improve Health Equity in Illinois

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Molina Healthcare of Illinois (“Molina”), in collaboration with The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”), is announcing a $3.7 million investment in the MolinaCares Illinois Health Equity Initiative.

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  • Molina Healthcare of Illinois (“Molina”), in collaboration with The MolinaCares Accord (“MolinaCares”), is announcing a $3.7 million investment in the MolinaCares Illinois Health Equity Initiative.
  • In total, Molina has dedicated approximately $5 million to improve equity in health outcomes for under-resourced communities in Illinois.
  • “As part of our commitment to advancing health equity, Molina is deploying a multi-pronged approach that targets various areas of health care, working alongside community-based organizations and providers,” said Matthew Wolf, plan president of Molina Healthcare of Illinois.
  • Studies have shown those who live in poverty tend to have a higher disease burden, according to the National Health Council .

Music4Life Adds Lake Washington Public Schools

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Music4Life is adding its 12th chapter serving the students of families in-need who attend the Lake Washington School District.

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  • Music4Life is adding its 12th chapter serving the students of families in-need who attend the Lake Washington School District.
  • Music4Life started in 2007 by providing ready-to-play musical instruments to Seattle Public Schools.
  • Since then, chapters have been added for Highline, Shoreline, Edmonds, Everett, Northshore, Bremerton, Auburn, Kent, Marysville, Riverview and now Lake Washington public school districts.
  • Dr. Gary Cohn, president of the Rotary Club of Kirkland, initiated the new chapter after having started a Music4Life program that is still serving Everett Public Schools.

Seek Labs Welcomes Cindy Dunkle, Accomplished HR Leader with Extensive Life Sciences Experience, to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Dunkle brings decades of life sciences leadership experience and connections that will enhance Seek Labs’ strategic direction and employee-centered approach.

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  • Dunkle brings decades of life sciences leadership experience and connections that will enhance Seek Labs’ strategic direction and employee-centered approach.
  • Dunkle is widely recognized for her profound understanding of human capital management in the life sciences sector.
  • Jared Bauer, CEO, expressed his enthusiasm to have Dunkle join Seek Labs’ Board: “We are thrilled to have Cindy Dunkle join our Board of Directors.
  • "I am honored to join Seek Labs’ Board of Directors at a pivotal moment as the company continues to grow and expand its footprint in the life sciences and biotechnology industry,” said Cindy Dunkle.

Adtran confirms compliance with final BABA ruling and continues US investment

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Friday, February 23, 2024

Adtran today announced its readiness to support the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program, welcoming the clarity and guidance provided by the Build America, Buy America (BABA) rule.

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  • Adtran today announced its readiness to support the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program, welcoming the clarity and guidance provided by the Build America, Buy America (BABA) rule.
  • Adtran will supply BABA-compliant optical line terminals (OLTs), cabinets, ONTs and pluggable optics, providing a comprehensive solution fully ready to meet the needs of the BEAD program.
  • At Adtran, we have a longstanding tradition of harnessing home-grown innovation and building on American soil.
  • “By supporting BABA, companies like Adtran are helping create a digitally inclusive nation where universal broadband access is a reality for all.”

Nexstar Media Names Chris Pruitt as Vice President and General Manager of Its Springfield, Missouri Broadcast and Digital Operations

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Monday, February 19, 2024

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), announced today that it has named Chris Pruitt as Vice President and General Manager of its broadcast and digital operations in Springfield, Missouri (DMA #73), responsible for the long range planning and day-to-day operations of KRBK-TV (FOX), KOZL-TV (MyNet), Ozarksfirst.com, and their related digital and social media channels.

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  • Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), announced today that it has named Chris Pruitt as Vice President and General Manager of its broadcast and digital operations in Springfield, Missouri (DMA #73), responsible for the long range planning and day-to-day operations of KRBK-TV (FOX), KOZL-TV (MyNet), Ozarksfirst.com, and their related digital and social media channels.
  • In his new role, he will also oversee Nexstar’s operational agreements with Mission Broadcasting, Inc., to provide services for KOLR-TV (CBS).
  • Mr. Pruitt will assume his new responsibilities immediately and report to Mike Vaughn, Senior Vice President and Regional Manager for Nexstar’s broadcasting division.
  • I am just as happy to be joining our broadcast and digital teams in Springfield, and look forward to forging a deep relationship with the community.

Beijing Review: Putting People First

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Saturday, March 9, 2024

BEIJING, March 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The annual sessions of the National People's Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee are China's major political gatherings.

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  • BEIJING, March 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The annual sessions of the National People's Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee are China's major political gatherings.
  • Their annual sessions, usually held in March, focus on the economic and social blueprint of the country for the coming year.
  • The people's congress system is the fundamental political system in China, serving as an important institutional vehicle for realizing whole-process people's democracy in China.
  • The goal is that by mid-century, common prosperity will largely materialize, and people can enjoy happier, safer and healthier lives.