Activism

16 Days of Activism: Combatting Gender-based Violence is Essential for HIV Response

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Friday, December 9, 2022
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A recent joint policy paper by the African Union and UN Women reveals that an estimated one-in-three women will experience violence in their lifetimes.

Key Points: 
  • A recent joint policy paper by the African Union and UN Women reveals that an estimated one-in-three women will experience violence in their lifetimes.
  • Additionally, during the COVID-19 pandemic, many countries with reporting systems saw a 25% upsurge in cases of violence against women.
  • According to a UNAIDS report , violence prevents women from accessing lifesaving services, negotiating condom use, disclosing their HIV status, and achieving better treatment outcomes.
  • Additionally, intimate partner violence puts women at a 50% greater risk of contracting HIV - particularly in countries with high HIV prevalence.

The HOW Institute for Society Identifies Urgent Need for Moral Leadership

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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In fact, 88% of employees believe the need for moral leadership is more urgent now than ever, yet only 16% of managers and 12% of CEOs consistently demonstrate behaviors associated with moral leadership.

Key Points: 
  • In fact, 88% of employees believe the need for moral leadership is more urgent now than ever, yet only 16% of managers and 12% of CEOs consistently demonstrate behaviors associated with moral leadership.
  • The HOW Institute for Society is committed to developing new metrics that measure the HOWand not just the how muchof leadership, decision-making, and behavior.
  • Moral leadership is a precious resource, but it need not be a scarce one, said Dov Seidman, founder and chairman of The HOW Institute for Society.
  • The 2022 State of Moral Leadership in Business report represents an ongoing effort by The HOW Institute to study the presence of moral leadership and how it inspires elevated behavior in people, shapes values-based organizational cultures, strengthens performance, and leads to deeper relationships with communities and society.

Taxpayers' Ombudsperson requests the Canada Revenue Agency take more action to assist Canadians fleeing abuse or violence

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
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Last year, the Ombudsperson requested that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) improve the information it provides to those in an abusive or violent situation .

Key Points: 
  • Last year, the Ombudsperson requested that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) improve the information it provides to those in an abusive or violent situation .
  • On November 25, 2022, the Ombudspersonrequested that the CRA assist Canadians facing gender-based violence in its many forms.
  • There are many different resources the Government of Canada provides to assist those facing gender-based violence; however, they are not centralized.
  • The Office of the Taxpayers' Ombudsperson works independently from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

Saddi Congratulates Congressional Allies of Bangladeshi Community on Continued Work in US House

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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Photo: Community Leader and Human Rights Activist Zahid F. Sarder Saddi meeting with Congressman Hakeem Jeffries on Capitol Hill.

Key Points: 
  • Photo: Community Leader and Human Rights Activist Zahid F. Sarder Saddi meeting with Congressman Hakeem Jeffries on Capitol Hill.
  • Bangladeshi Community Leader Zahid F. Sarder Saddi recently congratulated members of congress that have proven themselves allies to the Bangladeshi community on their respective campaign victories.
  • Zahid F. Sarder Saddi works with several organizations and holds a special passion for helping the Bangladeshi community in the United States and around the world.
  • To learn more about Zahid F. Sarder Saddi, please visit www.ZahidFSarderSaddi.com or reach out to Zahid F. Sarder Saddi at [email protected]

LLYC Study Reveals U.S. Public Expectations for CEOs

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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Several key findings emerged following LLYCs proprietary Data Analytics Suite (DAS) analysis:

Key Points: 
  • Several key findings emerged following LLYCs proprietary Data Analytics Suite (DAS) analysis:
    Audiences want more from CEOs.
  • In 2022, 81% of profiles believed CEOs should be leading conversations and engaging in topics regarding public policies.
  • However, only 11% of mentions were positive regarding trust in CEOs, and 70% of all mentions were neutral (meaning they came from news articles).
  • Today, CEOs and other business leaders are expected to be public figures, and they are more visible than ever before.

On International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, Minister of Labour visits Trucking HR Canada for an update on their Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Fund project

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Friday, November 25, 2022
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These resources were developed as part of a Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Fund project, which received close to $2.7 million in funding.

Key Points: 
  • These resources were developed as part of a Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Fund project, which received close to $2.7 million in funding.
  • I want to thank Trucking HR Canada for taking concrete steps to end harassment and gender-based violence within the industry.
  • The Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Fund aims to guide culture change around harassment and violence in federally regulated workplaces.
  • Through the Workplace Opportunities: Removing Barriers to Equity program, Trucking HR Canada received funding to launch two projects, both entitled Trucking Workplace Opportunities.

AngeLink Partners with Girl Up to Raise Funds for 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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NAPLES, Fla., Nov. 21, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AngeLink, the female-powered social crowdfunding platform developing a global community for women seeking trusted fundraising, announced their partnership with Girl Up, an initiative hosted by the UN Foundation, aligned with UN Women's 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign running from November 25 through December 10, 2022. Throughout this campaign, the AngeLink crowdfunding platform will help Girl Up Clubs and supporters raise awareness for the elimination and prevention of gender-based violence and fundraise to provide Girl Up's gender-based violence curriculum, leadership development programs, and events free to youth around the world.

Key Points: 
  • We are thrilled to have a lead role in promoting Girl Up's campaign during 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence through this campaign."
  • The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day.
  • "At Girl Up, we're developing transformative leaders who advance gender justice worldwide," said Melissa Kilby, Executive Director of Girl Up.
  • AngeLink and Girl Up will promote the 16 Days of Activism Campaign across all social media platforms, community mailing lists, websites, and blogs.

Museum of the City of New York Presents "City of Faith: Religion, Activism, and Urban Space"

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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Using art and the work of activists, City of Faith explores the political, racial, and labor systems that underpin those manifestations.

Key Points: 
  • Using art and the work of activists, City of Faith explores the political, racial, and labor systems that underpin those manifestations.
  • New York City has always been demographically diverse, but until the 19th century Protestantism was the main religion accommodated by the city fathers.
  • The religions relative power normalized it in the city, rendering its sites and practices ordinary and therefore invisible.
  • The Museum of the City of New York fosters understanding of the distinctive nature of urban life in the worlds most influential metropolis.

Maja Sly Kicks Off Fall Season With The Dinner at Dusk Polo in Atlanta

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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ATLANTA, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To kick off the Fall season, MajaSly hostedThe Dinner at Dusk Polo Classicwhile launchingDinner at Dusk Foundation, INC.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To kick off the Fall season, MajaSly hostedThe Dinner at Dusk Polo Classicwhile launchingDinner at Dusk Foundation, INC.
  • Notable guests included Todd Brown, Urban Edge Media,TedFasan, MissLawerence, and Honoree, Actor, and Activist and Mariah Huq, Honoree and Creator of Married to Medicine.Maja's goalwas toraise $100,000 fortheClass of 2023.
  • It only takes one person, one introduction, one leap of faith to change thetragedy ofnot only your life, but the lives of others," explains Maja.
  • Legacy is not just about what's left to your own family, but how you, as an individualwithout big banks and corporate sponsors, can leave your mark and a legacy for others.

Secure America Now releases documentary: Crime and (no) Punishment

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Secure America Now, a non-profit organization of over 4 million patriots, has released a documentary titled Crime and (no) Punishment on the rampant crime ravaging America.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Secure America Now, a non-profit organization of over 4 million patriots, has released a documentary titled Crime and (no) Punishment on the rampant crime ravaging America.
  • In New York after the enacting of the Cashless Bail law, and through movements like the failed "defund the police" crime skyrocketed at the detriment to everyday citizens.
  • Some quotations from the documentary:
    "My son, Sergeant Hassan Korea, Afghanistan War, retired veteran, 35 years old, was murdered in Harlem in 2018.
  • James Sanders was what they're calling a homicidal maniac who had no business being out in the street to begin with.