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Operation Smile Brings Psychosocial Care to Surgical Programs and Comprehensive Care Centers Around the World

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Monday, December 5, 2022
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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Dec. 5 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- While global surgical nonprofit Operation Smile has been repairing children's cleft conditions in low- and middle-income countries for 40 years, Operation Smile's mission far surpasses the procedures delivered in the operating room.

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  • Provision of psychosocial care, or child life services as known in many countries, is an integral part of the Operation Smile approach to serving patients and their families.
  • Psychosocial care is provided by credentialed professionals including certified child life specialists, psychologists or health care play specialists.
  • As co-chairs of the psychosocial care specialty council, Priti and Donna are working together and with other volunteers to strive continuously to promote the training for competent psychosocial care providers to serve in Operation Smile's short surgical programs and at comprehensive care centers year-round.
  • To learn more about the comprehensive care Operation Smile provides, click HERE
    Operation Smile is a global nonprofit specializing in expert cleft surgery and care.

Viral Nation Launches VN Secure, an Advanced AI Solution to Revolutionize Social Media Screening and Security

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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TORONTO , Nov. 30, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Viral Nation, the global social media technology company, today announced the launch of VN Secure, a first-of-a-kind AI-powered solution for screening social media conduct across major platforms and all media types to help companies mitigate reputation risk and potential brand crises. Built for medium-to-large enterprises and public sector organizations, VN Secure enables marketing, communications, HR and legal teams, among others, to screen and monitor social media activity of brand advocates, sponsored influencers, executives and employees, to ensure online behavior is aligned with core values.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Viral Nation , the global social media technology company, today announced the launch of VN Secure , a first-of-a-kind AI-powered solution for screening social media conduct across major platforms and all media types to help companies mitigate reputation risk and potential brand crises.
  • The meteoric rise of the social media economy, has brought with it greater demand for responsible engagement and conduct across proliferating social media platforms.
  • Viral Nation is a global digital media innovation group that powers the social ecosystem through integrated solutions that align strategy, talent, media, and technology.
  • Viral Nation includes full-service digital and social agency, VN Marketing; creator and athlete-influencer management agencies, VN Talent and VN Sports; and software division, VN Tech.

PLANET FITNESS RAISES MORE THAN $500,000 DURING OCTOBER FUNDRAISER BENEFITTING BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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HAMPTON, N.H., Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, announced today the Company, franchisees and members have contributed more than $8 million since 2016 in support of nonprofit partner Boys & Girls Clubs of America, with $500,000 raised just this October. This fundraising effort is made possible through Planet Fitness' philanthropic initiative, The Judgement Free Generation®, which aims to prevent bullying and promote kindness among youth.

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  • This year, Planet Fitness also donated 100 percent of proceeds from sales of its 'You Belong' t-shirt .
  • "We sincerely appreciate Planet Fitness' continued support and longstanding partnership," said Boys & Girls Clubs of America President and CEO Jim Clark.
  • For 160 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of America ( BGCA.org ) has provided a safe place for kids and teens to learn and grow.
  • Learn more about Boys & Girls Clubs of America on Facebook and Twitter .

Trace Austin, Recording Artist/Actor, Grandson of Otis Williams from The Temptations Releases New Single "My Story"

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Monday, November 28, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trace Austin, the grandson of the Temptations' legendary Otis Williams, has released a new single, "My Story," which was written by Trace Austin and produced by Byron Dorris, AKA Scotty.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trace Austin, the grandson of the Temptations' legendary Otis Williams, has released a new single, "My Story," which was written by Trace Austin and produced by Byron Dorris, AKA Scotty.
  • Trace was inspired to write "My Story" after feeling compelled to finally share his story of being a victim of bullying for many years.
  • Trace was bullied, suffered multiple injuries, was home-schooled, and had a school system that failed him.
  • Trace is currently traveling the country doing media interviews with his grandfather, Otis Williams of the Temptations.

"The Mental Edge for Teens" Ken Baum's Latest Book, Helps Teenagers Thrive in School, Sports, and Life

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Sunday, November 20, 2022
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The book is to help teens because, in high school, his best friend took his own life.

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  • The book is to help teens because, in high school, his best friend took his own life.
  • The Mental Edge for Teens can change a teen's life no matter their environment, regardless of race, sex, religion, or socio-economic class.
  • He has also trained thousands of teens to transform their thinking and flourish in school, sports, and life.
  • To learn more about Ken Baum, his Mental Edge training, programs, and his new book, The Mental Edge for Teens, visit https://www.kenbaummentaledge.com .

Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention Hosts Live Event on International Day for People Impacted by Suicide Loss, “We Remember Them: A Conversation with Carol Todd”

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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On this day, the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) will be hosting a live event, We Remember Them: A Conversation with Carol Todd".

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  • On this day, the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) will be hosting a live event, We Remember Them: A Conversation with Carol Todd".
  • Our featured guest is Carol Todd, mother of Amanda Todd, who died by suicide after years of bullying and cyberstalking.
  • Carol leads the Amanda Todd Legacy Society , which works to create awareness about bullying, internet safety, mental health, and suicide.
  • The Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) envisions a Canada without Suicide.

Citi Markets to Donate Over $10 Million to Education-Focused Non-Profit Organizations

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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Citi today announced that it will donate over $10 million in support of education-focused non-profit organizations as part of its 2022 e for education campaign, the highest annual amount since the initiative was launched.

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  • Citi today announced that it will donate over $10 million in support of education-focused non-profit organizations as part of its 2022 e for education campaign, the highest annual amount since the initiative was launched.
  • With this donation, the campaign is set to donate over $66 million in aggregate since its inception in 2013, and has helped non-profit organizations support over one million young people.
  • Citi Markets donates a percentage of business proceeds traded electronically during the eight-week campaign from September to October.
  • Citi works with 10 non-profit partners globally that support the right to education for all children.

Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue launch pilot program to create safer workplaces

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue are launching an innovative pilot program aimed at helping to eliminate disrespectful behaviour in the resources industry including sexual harassment, bullying and racism.

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  • Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue are launching an innovative pilot program aimed at helping to eliminate disrespectful behaviour in the resources industry including sexual harassment, bullying and racism.
  • The three companies have worked together with leading experts to design and develop the industry-first program aimed at educating new entrants to the sector.
  • The pilot program will be completed by 30 volunteers who are currently undertaking apprenticeships or traineeships with the three companies.
  • The results of the pilot will be fully evaluated and feedback from the participants will be used to finalise the learning program.

Pamela Blume's newly released "Bellarina" is a creative narrative that helps readers learn about the needed elements to create an engaging story.

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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MEADVILLE, Pa., Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "Bellarina": a vibrant and entertaining juvenile fiction. "Bellarina" is the creation of published author Pamela Blume, a fourth-grade English language arts teacher living in North Carolina with her loving husband, two amazing teenagers, and their crazy German shepherd.

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  • Blume shares, "This short story will teach students about the elements of plot, including figurative language and dialogue.
  • Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Pamela Blume's new book is a creative resource for educators to use in their pursuit of teaching young writers about elements of a story.
  • Blume draws from her passion for educating young minds to present readers with an entertaining and academically-driven adventure.
  • Christian Faith Publishing Media Department, Christian Faith Publishing, 8665540919, [email protected]

2022 Gallagher Research Finds "Appealing to a Diverse Workforce" is the Top Challenge for U.K. Organisations Competing for Talent

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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Data also reveals that 23.5% are going to change their delivery method and the same percentage are looking into changing their benefit provider.

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  • Data also reveals that 23.5% are going to change their delivery method and the same percentage are looking into changing their benefit provider.
  • These findings reinforce the need to treat menopause like any other important workplace topic such as bullying.
  • Research conducted by Opinium Research on behalf of Gallagher, 15th July 19th July 2022, amongst a nationally representative sample of 2,000 U.K. adults.
  • Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE:AJG), a global insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services firm, is headquartered in Rolling Meadows, Illinois.