Social issues

The Gate Agency is Happy to Represent 'Out of Norm' Talents

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Thursday, December 19, 2019
Political ideologies, Discrimination, Showbiz, Law of agency, Equal opportunity, Social issues, Politics

In showbiz, entertainment and sports, it is common practice to have certain talents or youngsters marginalized for not looking the part.

Key Points: 
  • In showbiz, entertainment and sports, it is common practice to have certain talents or youngsters marginalized for not looking the part.
  • The guys at the Gate Agency see things differently as they enjoin said "misfits" to sign on with their firm.
  • More than just a pity party, the Gate Agency provides every one of their clients with an equal opportunity to become stars.
  • The Gate Agency will reportedly represent individuals from all facets of entertainment and showbiz.

Press release - Parliament strongly condemns ‘‘LGBTI-free zones’’ in Poland

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Wednesday, December 18, 2019
Bullying, Hatred, Homophobia, Prejudices, Social issues, Aggression, Violence

Recent examples include homophobic statements during a referendum campaign in Romania and hate speech targeting LGBTI people in the context of elections in Estonia, Spain, the UK, Hungary and Poland.

Key Points: 
  • Recent examples include homophobic statements during a referendum campaign in Romania and hate speech targeting LGBTI people in the context of elections in Estonia, Spain, the UK, Hungary and Poland.
  • Poland should revoke resolutions attacking LGBTI rights

    MEPs notably condemn the areas free from LGBTI ideology established since the beginning of 2019, by dozens of municipalities, counties and regions in the southeast of Poland.

  • The European Parliament urges Polish authorities to condemn these acts and to revoke all resolutions attacking LGBTI rights.
  • They recall that the EU Directive on non-discrimination, blocked by EU ministers for 11 years now, would help fill this gap in protection.

Outlook 2020: Integris FinServ Data Privacy Study Finds Overconfidence and Data Inventory Shortfalls

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Wednesday, December 18, 2019
Privacy law, Law, Digital rights, Human rights, Identity management, Terms of service, Social issues, Privacy, Internet privacy, Medical privacy

SEATTLE, Dec. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Integris Software's FinServ Data Privacy Maturity Study found a widening gap between the industry's technology investment and its data privacy maturity.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Dec. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Integris Software's FinServ Data Privacy Maturity Study found a widening gap between the industry's technology investment and its data privacy maturity.
  • FinServ Invests the Most in Data Privacy Management:
    The financial services industry spends the most on data privacy management and is increasing data privacy budgets within InfoSec departments.
  • Poor Data Management Hygiene from Tracking to Sharing:
    Despite large data privacy investments, the FinServ industry still needs to improve its ability to manage sensitive data across systems.
  • Integris Software , the global leader in data privacy automation, helps enterprises discover and control the use of sensitive data in a way that protects privacy and fuels innovation.

Entertainment Studios: Byron Allen Official Statement Regarding NYC Comptroller Scott M. Stringer's letter to Comcast's Brian Roberts

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Social inequality, Abuse, Aggression, Anti-social behaviour, Discrimination, Social justice, Social issues, Human behavior, Behavior

Section 1981, one of our nation's oldest federal civil rights laws, and thereby limit access to U.S. courts for victims of discrimination.

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  • Section 1981, one of our nation's oldest federal civil rights laws, and thereby limit access to U.S. courts for victims of discrimination.
  • NYCRS has a longstanding history of paving the way for investors seeking to protect long-term shareowner value by challenging discrimination at our portfolio companies.
  • The nation's leading civil rights organizations have expressed deep concern about the standard that may be set in this case.
  • As long-term investors we are concerned that even ifin fact, especially ifComcast wins the day in the Supreme Court, it loses.

WireWheel and Anira Solutions Join Forces to Help Companies Launch and Evolve Data Privacy Operations

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Digital rights, Human rights, Terms of service, Law, Identity management, Internet privacy, Medical privacy, Privacy, Regulatory compliance, Social issues, Privacy law

ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --WireWheel, a leading provider of data privacy management solutions, today announced a partnership with Anira Solutions, Inc., experts in data governance and regulatory compliance.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --WireWheel, a leading provider of data privacy management solutions, today announced a partnership with Anira Solutions, Inc., experts in data governance and regulatory compliance.
  • Using WireWheel's comprehensive platform, Anira helps companies build and manage privacy operations to meet increasingly stringent and complex laws.
  • WireWheel's data privacy platform helps companies tackle critical privacy problems, including:
    "WireWheel and Anira work together to help companies confidently navigate what could easily become an overwhelming challenge," said WireWheel co-founder and CEO Justin Antonipillai.
  • As a central hub for privacy management operations, WireWheel partners with top privacy, security and data management solutions to accelerate compliance and improve the end-to-end privacy experience.

STOMP Out Bullying Raises $1MM to Help Make Bullying History

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Social issues, Abuse, Human behavior, Behavior, Persecution, Aggression, Bullying, Interpersonal conflict, Cyberbullying, Cyberbully, School bullying, Unity Day

"We have always been an organization dedicated to spreading kindness and preventing bullying and cyberbullying, and this extremely generous donation helps us to continue to make bullying history."

Key Points: 
  • "We have always been an organization dedicated to spreading kindness and preventing bullying and cyberbullying, and this extremely generous donation helps us to continue to make bullying history."
  • STOMP Out Bullying has helped over 5 million students resolve bullying situations.
  • We are excited that this donationwill help make the STOMP Out Bullying HelpChat Line available to more kids and teens.
  • Created in 2005, STOMP Out Bullying is the leading national nonprofit dedicated to changing the culture for all students.

Block & Leviton LLP Provides Update on its Investigation of Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Leviton, Whistleblower, Human rights, Social issues, Rights

BOSTON, Dec. 17, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Block & Leviton LLP ( www.blockesq.com ), a securities litigation firm representing investors and whistleblowers nationwide, is investigating Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) and certain of its officers and directors for potential violations of federal securities laws.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Dec. 17, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Block & Leviton LLP ( www.blockesq.com ), a securities litigation firm representing investors and whistleblowers nationwide, is investigating Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) and certain of its officers and directors for potential violations of federal securities laws.
  • Such efforts would violate the terms of a settlement agreement that Live Nation and Ticketmasterreached with the government in 2010 as a condition of their merger.
  • As a result of this news, Live Nations share price fell $5.09 or 7.3% to close at $64.34 on December 13, 2019.
  • Block & Leviton LLP was recently ranked 4th among securities litigation firms by ISS for recoveries in 2017.

Killi Expands Privacy Application into Asia-Pacific Region, Furthering its Position as a Global Leader in Consumer Privacy

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Internet privacy, Privacy, Law, Social issues

The expansion of Killi into this region brings consumer control of data to emerging markets and furthers Killi's position as a global leader in consumer privacy.

Key Points: 
  • The expansion of Killi into this region brings consumer control of data to emerging markets and furthers Killi's position as a global leader in consumer privacy.
  • Investors can anticipate additional market announcements, as well as product enhancements in the near term that will further solidify our model."
  • Freckle's consumer identity mobile application "Killi" ( killi.io ) allows consumers to take back control of their digital identity from those who have been using it without their consent.
  • Forward-looking statements in this news release include statements regarding the success of the partnership between Influential and Killi.

UT Law Professor Represented by Colin Walsh at Wiley Walsh, P.C. Sues University for Equal Pay Violations

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Monday, December 16, 2019
Equal pay for equal work, Sexism, Human rights, Social issues, Public sphere

On December 12, 2019, Law Professor Linda Mullenix filed suit against the University of Texas at Austin.

Key Points: 
  • On December 12, 2019, Law Professor Linda Mullenix filed suit against the University of Texas at Austin.
  • She is represented by Colin Walsh at Wiley Walsh, P.C.
  • The lawsuit alleges that the School of Law has engaged in equal pay act violations, sex discrimination, and retaliation against Professor Mullenix.
  • The complaint also alleges that UT Law has retaliated against Professor Mullenix for bringing equal pay act violations to the Law School's attention.

Veterans Affairs Canada announces funding to support homeless and at-risk Veterans

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Monday, December 16, 2019
Homelessness in the United States, Veterans Affairs Canada, Homelessness, Homeless veterans in the United States, Veteran, Articles, Humans, Minister of Veterans Affairs, Social issues, National Coalition for Homeless Veterans, Homeless shelter

TORONTO, Dec. 16, 2019 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, announced funding for Good Shepherd Refuge Social Ministries through the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund.

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  • TORONTO, Dec. 16, 2019 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, announced funding for Good Shepherd Refuge Social Ministries through the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund.
  • Good Shepherd Refuge Social Ministries will receive $399,780 over three years to provide support to homeless Veterans and those at risk of becoming homeless.
  • "We are excited to receive this funding as it will further our efforts in helping homeless Veterans regain their dignity, self-confidence and purpose in life."
  • In 2018 and 2019, Veterans Affairs Canada provided funding for 43 projects designed to improve the well-being of Veterans and their families.