Poverty

Concorde Group Corp. Mourns the Passing of Founder Leslie (Les) Dubé

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- It is with profound sadness that Concorde Group Corp. announces the passing of its founder, Leslie (Les) Dubé C.M.

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  • SASKATOON, Saskatchewan, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- It is with profound sadness that Concorde Group Corp. announces the passing of its founder, Leslie (Les) Dubé C.M.
  • Les was a self-made success story whose generosity and commitment to making a difference has left a lasting impact.
  • Together with his wife Irene, he built several successful businesses in various jurisdictions, inspiring countless individuals along the way.
  • Reflecting on his father's legacy, L. David Dubé, President & CEO of Concorde Group Corp., shared these words:
    "My father's commitment to philanthropy and community building has left an indelible mark on all of us.

Improving literacy rates critical to quality of life: United for Literacy survey

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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TORONTO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The majority of Canadians (92 per cent) believe improving literacy rates in Canada would improve Canadians’ standard of living, according to a new Pollara survey commissioned by United for Literacy (formerly Frontier College).

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  • TORONTO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The majority of Canadians (92 per cent) believe improving literacy rates in Canada would improve Canadians’ standard of living, according to a new Pollara survey commissioned by United for Literacy (formerly Frontier College).
  • Those surveyed also believe low literacy skills lead to lower income and limited employment opportunities (70 per cent).
  • Canadians overwhelmingly (78 per cent) support increased government action to improve literacy rates, highlighting the necessity for greater governmental efforts in literacy support.
  • While Canada is considered a highly literate society, the literacy rate is lower than many people may think.

National Civil Rights Museum welcomes Martin Luther King III and his family for a commemoration to honor his father’s legacy on the 56th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s tragic death

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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Martin Luther King III, wife Arndrea Waters King, and daughter Yolanda Renee King will participate in the ceremony, which will be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person.

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  • Martin Luther King III, wife Arndrea Waters King, and daughter Yolanda Renee King will participate in the ceremony, which will be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person.
  • This year, the Museum introduces a youth component with the performing winners of its Youth Poetry and Spoken Word Competition.
  • Martin Luther King III, the oldest son of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Mrs. Coretta Scott King, will deliver the keynote address.
  • Mr. King is a civil rights advocate and global humanitarian, focusing on addressing the most pressing social justice issues of today.

SECU Foundation Awards Crittenton $600,000 Grant for Capital Campaign Project

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SECU Foundation has awarded a $600,000 challenge grant to Crittenton , a Mecklenburg County non-profit dedicated to serving vulnerable women, families, and children in North Carolina.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SECU Foundation has awarded a $600,000 challenge grant to Crittenton , a Mecklenburg County non-profit dedicated to serving vulnerable women, families, and children in North Carolina.
  • The Foundation’s grant will help fund a capital campaign project to meet the current and future needs of their residential programs.
  • The Foundation’s grant and the support of so many others are ensuring Crittenton can continue their critical work for many years to come.”
    “We are grateful for our partnership with SECU Foundation and for this grant which enables Crittenton to meet our capital campaign goal, purchase our facility, and expand our parking and recreation area,” said Crittenton CEO Jada Charley.
  • Since 2004, SECU Foundation has made a collective financial commitment of over $258 million for initiatives to benefit North Carolinians statewide.

Wearing Glasses Boosts Income by a Third in Low-Income Communities, Finds Landmark New Study

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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A pair of reading glasses increases the earnings of people in low- income communities by 33% according to new research.

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  • A pair of reading glasses increases the earnings of people in low- income communities by 33% according to new research.
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    A new randomised controlled trial, published today, finds that the provision of reading glasses improves livelihoods and quality of life and reduces poverty.
  • “The THRIVE study reveals that the simple intervention of reading glasses yields outsized impact in terms of income.
  • Without reading glasses more than 8261 million people have difficulty performing routine tasks and maximising their income earning potential.

Nyakio Grieco, Debbi Hartley-Triesch, Hannah Bronfman and Dr. Dendy Engelman to Be Honored at 2024 Outstanding Mother Awards

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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The 46th Annual Outstanding Mother Awards will honor four influential leaders across beauty, retail, business and medicine on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at The Pierre Hotel in New York City.

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  • The 46th Annual Outstanding Mother Awards will honor four influential leaders across beauty, retail, business and medicine on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at The Pierre Hotel in New York City.
  • The National Mother’s Day Committee celebrates these women for their inspiring dedication to their families, careers and communities.
  • A VIP press reception will precede the awards ceremony at 11:00 a.m., during which honorees will be available for select interviews and photo opportunities.
  • For more information, please contact Sharika Tharani at 973-615-5787 or [email protected] .

Skoll Foundation Announces the Winners of 2024 Skoll Award for Social Innovation

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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The Skoll Foundation has announced the four organizations that will receive the 2024 Skoll Award for Social Innovation, which highlights leaders and organizations that advance transformational social change around the world.

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  • The Skoll Foundation has announced the four organizations that will receive the 2024 Skoll Award for Social Innovation, which highlights leaders and organizations that advance transformational social change around the world.
  • Every year, the Skoll Award for Social Innovation recognizes exemplary leaders and organizations creating a more sustainable, peaceful, and prosperous world.
  • The Awardees will be celebrated during the 21st Skoll World Forum at the 2024 Awards for Social Innovation Ceremony, taking place on Thursday, April 11, 4:30-6 p.m. BST at the New Theatre in Oxford, England and virtually.
  • “Global challenges are mounting at an increasing pace,” said Don Gips, CEO of the Skoll Foundation.

Ten Community-Based Collaboratives Recognized as Exemplars in Education with Grants from Carnegie Corporation of New York

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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    Profiles in Collective Leadership provides $200,000 grants for nonpartisan collaborations that serve as education and economic bridges in a range of communities across the country.
  • The collaboratives draw on the strengths of local government, education, nonprofit, business, and health care professionals to create career opportunities for young people and encourage civic participation.
  • The 10 recognized partnerships in 8 states will act as exemplars, sharing what they have learned with each other and with the public.
  • “At Carnegie Corporation of New York, we are gravely concerned by the growing polarization of American politics and society,” said Dame Louise Richardson , president of the philanthropic foundation.

APRU’s latest AI For Social Good Report spotlights the need for transforming social policies and services in Bangladesh and Thailand

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Working closely with academic researchers and government stakeholders in Bangladesh and Thailand, the program provided research insights and practical suggestions to accelerate the development of data-driven policies and strategies, effectively leveraging AI for societal good.

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  • Working closely with academic researchers and government stakeholders in Bangladesh and Thailand, the program provided research insights and practical suggestions to accelerate the development of data-driven policies and strategies, effectively leveraging AI for societal good.
  • Noteworthy outcomes include country-wide case studies on
    Maternity care in Bangladesh faces substantial challenges, including limited monitoring and access barriers.
  • In Thailand, researchers from NUS identified barriers to sharing medical and healthcare data and have recommended tangible policy recommendations to the Thai Government.
  • With the successful rollout of the "AI for Social Good" project, APRU aims to foster more cross-border connections and provide active support in developing country-specific AI governance frameworks.

Cargill and Water.org Announce $2.1 Million Partnership to Provide Access to Safe Water and Sanitation

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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To help expand water access, Cargill has committed $2.1 million in funding to Water.org , a global nonprofit focused on removing the financial barriers between people living in poverty and access to safe water.

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  • To help expand water access, Cargill has committed $2.1 million in funding to Water.org , a global nonprofit focused on removing the financial barriers between people living in poverty and access to safe water.
  • “Our partnership with Water.org will help drive innovative solutions across Indonesia and the Philippines that can transform access to safe water and sanitation.
  • Out of its population of 115 million people, 60 million people, nearly half the population, lack access to safe water, and 43 million people, more than a third of the population, lack access to a safe toilet.
  • “By investing in this project, Cargill recognizes the importance of providing access to safe water and sanitation.