International Planned Parenthood Federation

ADVISORY: Planned Parenthood Federation of America and Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington to Host DC Speakout in Response to Looming National Ban on Mifepristone

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Friday, April 7, a federal judge in the Northern District of Texas blocked the FDA's approval of mifepristone, threatening the 22-year approval of one of two medications used in the most common medication abortion regimen in the United States.

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  • In response, Planned Parenthood organizations are taking action with communities across the country April 15-16 to demonstrate broad support for abortion access and speak out about the consequences of this ruling.
  • In Washington DC, Planned Parenthood Federation of America and Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC will host a rally and speakout in support of abortion access with health care providers, abortion storytellers, local abortion funds, and advocates for reproductive freedom.
  • Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports the independently incorporated Planned Parenthood affiliates operating health centers across the U.S.
  • PPMW is the oldest and largest provider of family planning services in Metropolitan Washington, serving DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia.

Sebela Pharmaceuticals Announces New Division Named Sebela Women's Health

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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ROSWELL, Ga., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sebela Pharmaceuticals® today announced a new division of the company named Sebela Women's Health along with the appointment of Kelly Culwell, MD, as Head of Research and Development for the division. Bringing more than twenty years' experience in women's health across public, private and non-profit organizations, Dr. Culwell joins the team when the company is in the final stages of clinical development of two next-generation intrauterine devices (IUDs) for contraception.

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  • "We are very pleased to officially announce Sebela Women's Health and consider ourselves fortunate to be able to add an expert of Dr. Culwell's caliber to our executive team," said Alan Cooke, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sebela Pharmaceuticals.
  • "Sebela has made significant contributions to the gastroenterological community toward improved patient experience, and we fully intend to also contribute significant innovative solutions in the women's health space."
  • Sebela Pharmaceuticals is a US pharmaceutical company with a market leading position in gastroenterology and a focus on innovation in women's health.
  • In addition, Sebela Women's Health has two next-generation intrauterine devices (IUDs) for contraception in the final stages of clinical development.

Service Objects Announces Initial Recipients for 20 Weeks of Giving

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Service Objects, the leading provider of real-time contact data validation solutions, is pleased to announce the first recipients in its 20 Weeks of Giving initiative, as part of celebrating the 20th anniversary of its founding. This initiative honors 20 charities over a 20-week period, ranging from local causes to global organizations making a difference in the world.

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  • SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Service Objects, the leading provider of real-time contact data validation solutions, is pleased to announce the first recipients in its 20 Weeks of Giving initiative, as part of celebrating the 20th anniversary of its founding.
  • These initial recipients, each of which were chosen by the vote of Service Objects' employees, have each received a generous donation from the company.
  • To learn more about Service Objects' contact data quality solutions, please visit our website .
  • Service Objects has validated nearly 6 billion contacts, and major brands such as American Express, Microsoft, and Amazon rely on Service Objects for their data validation needs.

Maternova Appoints Luna Mehrain, MD, MSc, as Chief Medical Officer

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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Maternova, Inc. , accelerating advances in maternal and infant health through innovative, accessible solutions, today announced the appointment of Luna M. Mehrain, MD, MSc, as Chief Medical Officer.

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  • Maternova, Inc. , accelerating advances in maternal and infant health through innovative, accessible solutions, today announced the appointment of Luna M. Mehrain, MD, MSc, as Chief Medical Officer.
  • She is a passionate clinician with a proven track record of championing health care for women and babies in resource-limited settings.
  • Her experience with prominent international organizations and expert medical knowledge make her an ideal addition to Maternova as we grow our life-saving product and technology offerings for health practitioners around the world, said Prakash Veenam, Chief Executive Officer, Maternova.
  • Maternova is a unique and trusted resource for medical innovations in newborn, obstetrics and reproductive health based on a deep understanding of the issues faced by clinicians and patients in low- and middle-income countries and humanitarian settings, said Luna Mehrain, MD, MSc, Chief Medical Officer, Maternova.

The Vistria Group Appoints Margaret C. Anadu as Senior Partner

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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CHICAGO, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vistria Group, a private investment firm focused on investing in middle market companies and delivering both financial returns and societal impact, today announced the appointment of Margaret C. Anadu as Senior Partner, effective July 25. Margaret will be based in New York City, where she will lead the firm's real estate efforts, leveraging her track record investing at the intersection of real estate and impact. Prior to joining Vistria, Margaret was a Partner at Goldman, Sachs & Co. where she spent 19 years — most recently as the global head of Sustainability and Impact for Goldman Sachs Asset Management and the Chair of the Urban Investment Group.

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  • CHICAGO, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vistria Group, a private investment firm focused on investing in middle market companies and delivering both financial returns and societal impact, today announced the appointment of Margaret C. Anadu as Senior Partner, effective July 25.
  • Commenting on the appointment, Marty Nesbitt, Co-CEO and Senior Partner at The Vistria Group said, "Margaret's reputation and experience of scaling sustainable investment solutions positions her perfectly to support Vistria as we accelerate our growth trajectory.
  • Kip Kirkpatrick, Co-CEO and Senior Partner at The Vistria Group said, "Margaret brings an operator mindset that is shared among our leadership, which enables us to enact change both rapidly and thoughtfully.
  • The Vistria Group is building a new kind of private investment firm that delivers both financial returns and societal impact.

Acclaimed Agency Execs Ted Kohnen and Michael Ruby Launch Park & Battery

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022
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OAKLAND, Calif., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Park & Battery today announced its launch as a global brand, marketing and content agency, led by the award-winning team of Ted Kohnen and Michael Ruby. The new agency will focus on creating brands, launches, and experiences that deliver significant impact for clients globally, from brand strategy and messaging through to creative/design, content, and media/go-to-market solutions. Kohnen serves as Park & Battery's Chief Executive Officer; Ruby takes on the role of President, Chief Creative Officer.

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  • Ten-time Agency of the Year executives open global brand, marketing and content agency; joined by ex-Cisco and Salesforce leader as company's CMO in Residence
    OAKLAND, Calif., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Park & Battery today announced its launch as a global brand, marketing and content agency, led by the award-winning team of Ted Kohnen and Michael Ruby.
  • Kohnen serves as Park & Battery's Chief Executive Officer; Ruby takes on the role of President, Chief Creative Officer.
  • Kohnen and Ruby have spent fifteen years working together in agency leadership positions, helping lead their prior agencies to more than ten Agency of the Year accolades.
  • Park & Battery is a global brand, marketing and content agency that harnesses perspectives to create clarity, empower action and deliver outcomes for brands and businesses globally.

Kt launches a crash course in menstruation for teens with their Period 101 Guide

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Thursday, March 17, 2022
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NEW YORK, March 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kt by Knix , little sister brand to Global intimates and apparel brand Knix , is excited to announce Period 101: A Crash Course in Menstruation for Teens - a free guide to provide accessible period education and fight period stigma among teens and their peers.

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  • NEW YORK, March 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kt by Knix , little sister brand to Global intimates and apparel brand Knix , is excited to announce Period 101: A Crash Course in Menstruation for Teens - a free guide to provide accessible period education and fight period stigma among teens and their peers.
  • Kt teamed up with Dr. Chimmy and Alise Morales, after a recent study revealed that 65% of teens use the internet to learn about menstruation.
  • Kt was built from the need to give teens their own space in the world of periods.
  • Kt's Period 101: A Crash Course in Menstruation for Teens launched worldwide on March 16th.

TuneCore Promotes Ace Elijah Burgess to Senior Director of Engineering

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Thursday, February 24, 2022
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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Feb. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Leading independent DIY digital music distributor TuneCore, a division of global digital music company Paris-based Believe, has promoted Ace Elijah Burgess to the role of Senior Director of Engineering.

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  • BROOKLYN, N.Y., Feb. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Leading independent DIY digital music distributor TuneCore, a division of global digital music company Paris-based Believe, has promoted Ace Elijah Burgess to the role of Senior Director of Engineering.
  • I'm thrilled Ace will lead the engineering team as we move into the next phase of innovation at TuneCore."
  • Over the last year TuneCore has prioritized the launch of several first of their kind products including "TuneCore Rewards" and "TuneCore Certified" in March and "Social Platforms" in November.
  • Before joining TuneCore in 2019, Burgess served as the Associate Director of Application Development Programs at Planned Parenthood Federation of America.

People en Español's Ninth Annual Poderosas LIVE! Conference Returns After Two-Year Absence

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- People en Espaol announces the return of its Poderosas LIVE!

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- People en Espaol announces the return of its Poderosas LIVE!
  • People en Espaol's Ninth Annual Poderosas LIVE!
  • PEOPLE EN ESPAOL delivers original editorial content that captures the values, contributions and impact of today's Hispanics in the United States.
  • For daily news, photos, exclusive behind-the-scenes video and celebrity scoops, visit www.peopleenespanol.com and follow PEOPLE EN ESPAOL on Twitter at @peopleenespanol.

"Act For Abortion":On The 49th Anniversary Of Roe V. Wade, A Flash Mob In Celebration Of Bodily Autonomy Will Take To The Steps Of The Supreme Court In D.C.

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Saturday, January 22, 2022
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"Our freedom is on the line, and we intend to show up for bodily autonomy and the will of the American people."

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  • "Our freedom is on the line, and we intend to show up for bodily autonomy and the will of the American people."
  • The flash mob wore accents of gold and green, both chosen for symbolic reasons: The color gold represents a 50th anniversaryan anniversary that is uncertain for Roe v. Wade.
  • Act for Abortion also includes a social media campaign providing tangible steps all Americans can take to protect abortion access.
  • "But on the 49th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, I am celebrating the people who fought before me, for me.