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Michele Young named one of USA TODAY's Women of the Year along with other heroines who have made a significant impact in their communities and across the country

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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CINCINNATI, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Michele Young, an acclaimed Cincinnati lawyer, mother of five, advanced-stage breast cancer survivor and tireless advocate for social justice was named one of USA Today's Women of the Year.

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  • "Imagine the extraordinary potential that will be unleashed when an epidemic that strikes one in seven women is erased from this earth," said Young.
  • Michele witnessed changes in breast cancer science first-hand as a stage 4 patient in the cancer wards of our nation.
  • She learned of Cleveland Clinic's Dr. Thomas Budd who is studying a vaccine in those with triple-negative breast cancer.
  • Or those women who are killed by the disease – one woman every 14 seconds – taking her from her world," said Young.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Selects Dagger for Brand Transformation

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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ATLANTA, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dagger announces the launch of its latest campaign, "For the Greater Atlanta" marking the culmination of a five-month project initiated by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC), a subsidiary of Atlanta-based Cox Enterprises. This endeavor highlights the evolution of the 155-year-old newspaper into a modern multimedia company by featuring new original content, new formats and new product capabilities to ensure its world-class journalism meets audiences where they are in Atlanta, Georgia and the South.

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  • ATLANTA, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dagger announces the launch of its latest campaign, " For the Greater Atlanta " marking the culmination of a five-month project initiated by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC), a subsidiary of Atlanta-based Cox Enterprises.
  • "We aligned with the AJC's vision from the start, and our shared 'media company mentality' was the beginning of a great partnership," shared Mike Popowski, CEO of Dagger.
  • Dagger is tasked with enhancing the AJC's brand reputation and driving growth by strategically expanding its subscriber base.
  • It's what makes us essential, and Dagger is a pivotal partner in helping us tell our story and reach new audiences."

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Launches New Campaign: "For the Greater Atlanta"

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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ATLANTA, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) introduces a sweeping new marketing campaign and a refreshed user experience across its digital products and the printed newspaper.

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  • ATLANTA, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) introduces a sweeping new marketing campaign and a refreshed user experience across its digital products and the printed newspaper.
  • The campaign, "For the Greater Atlanta," is part of a substantial reinvention of the AJC, which is transforming the storied 155-year-old newspaper into a modern media company.
  • "Atlanta is one of the most dynamic cities in the nation, and it's evolving every day," Morse said.
  • The AJC is working with a United Talent Agency to expand AJC Films, tapping into the newspaper's rich archives to tell the stories of greater Atlanta.

This Week in Policy & Public Interest News: 11 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the policy and public interest industries stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

Key Points: 
  • A roundup of the week's most newsworthy policy and public interest press releases from PR Newswire, including holiday hazards for pets and those celebrating with alcohol.
  • To help journalists covering the policy and public interest industries stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.
  • The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story.
  • The letter emphasizes the need for an inclusive and cooperative negotiation process and urges leaders to prioritize climate education globally.

Shine A Light Debuts "Break Bread" Social Media Campaign Featuring Hannah Bronfman, Téa Leoni, Rabbi Angela Buchdahl and Elon Gold to Help Navigate Difficult Conversations About Antisemitism and Hate

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Shine A Light, an award-winning, purpose-driven convening platform for organizations, companies, institutions and individuals to unite in shining a light on antisemitism in all its modern forms, launches its 2023 campaign – "Break Bread." Beginning on the first day of Chanukah, this social first initiative was created to help navigate difficult conversations about antisemitism and hate, and features influential spokespeople coming together to engage in thoughtful dialogue. Moderated by Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, the conversation includes influencer, activist and creator Hannah Bronfman, actress Téa Leoni and comedian Elon Gold, who "Break Bread" together and share their experiences. 

Key Points: 
  • Beginning on the first day of Chanukah, this social first initiative was created to help navigate difficult conversations about antisemitism and hate, and features influential spokespeople coming together to engage in thoughtful dialogue.
  • Moderated by Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, the conversation includes influencer, activist and creator Hannah Bronfman, actress Téa Leoni and comedian Elon Gold, who "Break Bread" together and share their experiences.
  • "What Shine A Light is doing is exposing antisemitism for what it is, a message of hate, in order to forge a positive path forward," said Rabbi Buchdahl.
  • Shine A Light is committed to the belief that antisemitism is not just a Jewish problem, it is everyone's problem.

LEADING U.S. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS LAUNCH 'THE 10/7 PROJECT,' A NEW CENTRALIZED COMMUNICATIONS OPERATION TO PROMOTE CONTINUED U.S. BIPARTISAN SUPPORT FOR ISRAEL; PUSH FOR ACCURATE, COMPLETE COVERAGE OF ISRAEL-HAMAS WAR; STRONGER FOCUS ON OCT. 7 VICTIMS AND

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following last month's historic March for Israel that brought nearly 300,000 people to the National Mall, the nation's most prominent American Jewish organizations have today joined forces to launch The 10/7 Project — a new centralized communications operation. The 10/7 Project is designed to promote continued U.S. bipartisan support for Israel by working to ensure more complete and accurate information about the Israel-Hamas war in real time for policymakers and the American public.

Key Points: 
  • The 10/7 Project is designed to promote continued U.S. bipartisan support for Israel by working to ensure more complete and accurate information about the Israel-Hamas war in real time for policymakers and the American public.
  • "Tragically, we have even seen alarming incidents of antisemitic violence and hate stemming from inaccurate coverage of the conflict.
  • "The United States must continue to stand with our democratic ally as it works to protect its families and secure its future."
  • The 10/7 Project has also launched a daily newsletter, The 10/7 Project Daybook, for journalists and other interested parties and a new website .

LEADING U.S. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS LAUNCH 'THE 10/7 PROJECT,' A NEW CENTRALIZED COMMUNICATIONS OPERATION TO PROMOTE CONTINUED U.S. BIPARTISAN SUPPORT FOR ISRAEL; PUSH FOR ACCURATE, COMPLETE COVERAGE OF ISRAEL-HAMAS WAR; STRONGER FOCUS ON OCT. 7 VICTIMS AND

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following last month's historic March for Israel that brought nearly 300,000 people to the National Mall, the nation's most prominent American Jewish organizations have today joined forces to launch The 10/7 Project — a new centralized communications operation. The 10/7 Project is designed to promote continued U.S. bipartisan support for Israel by working to ensure more complete and accurate information about the Israel-Hamas war in real time for policymakers and the American public.

Key Points: 
  • The 10/7 Project is designed to promote continued U.S. bipartisan support for Israel by working to ensure more complete and accurate information about the Israel-Hamas war in real time for policymakers and the American public.
  • "Tragically, we have even seen alarming incidents of antisemitic violence and hate stemming from inaccurate coverage of the conflict.
  • "The United States must continue to stand with our democratic ally as it works to protect its families and secure its future."
  • The 10/7 Project has also launched a daily newsletter, The 10/7 Project Daybook, for journalists and other interested parties and a new website .

TRANSLATE HATE: HOW TO RECOGNIZE ANTISEMITIC LANGUAGE

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Friday, December 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --

Key Points: 
  • Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9113554-american-jewish-committe...
    Antisemitism isn't always easy to see, making it easier to spread.
  • Holly educates viewers on how to recognize antisemitic words, phrases and ideas.
  • She talks about American Jewish Committee's newly revised Translate Hate glossary, which seeks to expose the hate hiding between the lines and translate it into something positive, as the only way to stop antisemitism is to understand it.
  • She has volunteered at the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum in Oświęcim, Poland, and served as a liaison for the Jan Karski Educational Foundation.

The commemorative video for the 50th Year of ASEAN-Japan Friendship and Cooperation “Open the Golden Future” has been released

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Friday, October 6, 2023
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The ASEAN-Japan Centre (AJC) launched the commemorative video for the 50th Year of ASEAN-Japan Friendship and Cooperation titled “Open the Golden Future” on 6 October.

Key Points: 
  • The ASEAN-Japan Centre (AJC) launched the commemorative video for the 50th Year of ASEAN-Japan Friendship and Cooperation titled “Open the Golden Future” on 6 October.
  • The video was produced by the AJC in collaboration with the winners of the Golden Bridge Short Video Campaign, which the AJC hosted on Instagram from March to June 2023.
  • Around 300 submissions were received from all ASEAN Member States and Japan, and 29 videos were selected as the winners and featured in the commemorative video.
  • It is also available on the special website of the 50th Year of ASEAN-Japan Friendship and Cooperation ( aseanjapan50.jp ) and other AJC social media accounts.

Globally Respected Muslim Scholar Receives Human Dignity Award from American Jewish Committee

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Sunday, October 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- American Jewish Committee (AJC) has presented its prestigious Human Dignity Award to Shaykh Abdallah Bin Bayyah, one of the world's most respected Islamic scholars and a champion of religious freedom, peace, and enhancing Muslim-Jewish relations.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- American Jewish Committee (AJC) has presented its prestigious Human Dignity Award to Shaykh Abdallah Bin Bayyah, one of the world's most respected Islamic scholars and a champion of religious freedom, peace, and enhancing Muslim-Jewish relations.
  • "His counsel and wisdom are sought by religious and political leaders alike, and his courage has pushed the ties between the Jewish and Muslim worlds dramatically forward."
  • AJC's Human Dignity Award is a facsimile leaf of a medieval copy of Maimonides' Introduction to the Mishnah in a lavishly illuminated edition.
  • Shaykh Bin Bayyah is just the second recipient of the AJC Human Dignity Award.