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Autism Prevalence is Now 1 in 36, Signifying the 18% Increase in Prevalence Rates Reported by the CDC Since 2021

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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In 2023, this number increased by 18 percent in two years and 417 percent since the CDC began counting.

Key Points: 
  • In 2023, this number increased by 18 percent in two years and 417 percent since the CDC began counting.
  • There is a true increase in those being diagnosed with autism.
  • "The CDC prevalence figure is showing a true increase in those being diagnosed with autism.
  • The Autism Community in Action (TACA) is a national non-profit organization dedicated to educating and supporting families affected by autism.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Has Donated More Than $425,000 to Convoy of Hope

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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SPRINGFIELD, MO, March 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK began supporting Convoy of Hope after Hurricane Harvey hit in 2017, and has been a consistent partner since 2018.

Key Points: 
  • SPRINGFIELD, MO, March 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK began supporting Convoy of Hope after Hurricane Harvey hit in 2017, and has been a consistent partner since 2018.
  • Recently, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK donated a gift of nearly $50,000 to Convoy of Hope.
  • TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is a national, full-service moving company that offers customers comprehensive home and business relocation, packing and unpacking, and junk removal services.
  • We look forward to continuing this great partnership.”
    Convoy of Hope is grateful to work alongside partners like TWO MEN AND A TRUCK to continue Convoy’s driving passion to feed the world.

Hyundai Donates $50,000 to Help Build the Play Zone at Diamond Children's Medical Center

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America donated $50,000 to the Banner Health Foundation to help build a Play Zone at Diamond Children's Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona.

Key Points: 
  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America donated $50,000 to the Banner Health Foundation to help build a Play Zone at Diamond Children's Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona.
  • "The opportunities and benefits that a safe and supportive space like the Play Zone will offer families is at the heart of Hyundai Hope's mission," said Brandon Ramirez, director, corporate social responsibility, Hyundai Motor America.
  • Banner Children's at Diamond Children's Medical Center is focused on helping kids feel safe while receiving advanced care from pediatric specialty physicians and researchers.
  • The Play Zone at Diamond Children's Medical Center will be a non-medical, supportive environment for kids where they can ask questions, build coping mechanisms, reduce anxiety, and prepare for treatments in a bright, positive environment.

Burlington Stores Announces New Approach for Adding Value to Its Communities

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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BURLINGTON, N.J., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Burlington Stores, Inc., a national discount retailer offering low prices every day on brand name merchandise for the entire family and home, is excited to announce a renewed community giving approach. Over the past 50 years, value has been at the heart of everything that Burlington offers, and now it will be further amplified through their charitable giving efforts within all their store communities nationwide.

Key Points: 
  • Over the past 50 years, value has been at the heart of everything that Burlington offers, and now it will be further amplified through their charitable giving efforts within all their store communities nationwide.
  • Burlington will continue to add value by empowering people to live better lives and build better futures, ensuring that the retailer supports those within its communities to reach their full potential.
  • "I am proud of Burlington's long-time heritage of giving back to the communities where our customers and associates live and work.
  • It is at the core of our culture," said Michael O'Sullivan, CEO, Burlington Stores.

RethinkEd Partners with New York City Public Schools to Support the Quest to Become Center of Excellence for Students with Autism

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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In school year 2022-23, these efforts will be scaled across public schools with building-level specialists supporting schools in providing access to instruction for students with autism.

Key Points: 
  • In school year 2022-23, these efforts will be scaled across public schools with building-level specialists supporting schools in providing access to instruction for students with autism.
  • "RethinkEd not only shares our mission, they're also a driving force in empowering us to provide comprehensive supports for students with autism."
  • "The New York City public school system has long advocated for students with autism," explains RethinkEd's Executive Vice President Diana Frezza.
  • "This enhanced partnership will be transformational in terms of enhancing the impact of New York Public School's specialized programs," says Foti.

AGE-WELL and SE Health launch new competition for startups, community-based and youth-serving organizations innovating to support older adults

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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From these applications, finalists will be chosen to pitch their solutions to a panel of expert judges at a live event on June 22, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • From these applications, finalists will be chosen to pitch their solutions to a panel of expert judges at a live event on June 22, 2023.
  • There are two separate application categories: 1) Startups (with a prototype, market-ready or looking to scale); and 2) Community-based or youth-serving organizations (ideation or scaling).
  • Finalists will compete in their respective category and will be challenged to explain how their solution can positively impact older Canadians or caregivers.
  • To apply or find out more about the National Impact Challenge 2023 – Bold Innovations for Living, please see the competition main page .

Eric Lazar of SpeedPro Chicago Loop Awarded Franchisee of the Year by International Franchise Association

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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The International Franchise Association (IFA) named Eric Lazar owner of SpeedPro Chicago Loop, which is a certified-disabled veteran owned large format printing franchise, as a 2023 Franchisee of the Year.

Key Points: 
  • The International Franchise Association (IFA) named Eric Lazar owner of SpeedPro Chicago Loop, which is a certified-disabled veteran owned large format printing franchise, as a 2023 Franchisee of the Year.
  • Lazar was honored at the 63rd IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.
  • Lazar co-owns the studio with his business partner and longtime friend Rebecca Considine.
  • “Franchisee of the Year recipients represent the best in franchising,” said Matthew Haller, president and CEO of the International Franchise Association.

EQS-News: African Energy Chamber:  The Misplaced Fury Around Sound: Time to Put the Record Straight on Seismic Surveys in South Africa and End the Energy Crisis (By NJ Ayuk)

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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African Energy Chamber:  The Misplaced Fury Around Sound: Time to Put the Record Straight on Seismic Surveys in South Africa and End the Energy Crisis (By NJ Ayuk)

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  • African Energy Chamber:  The Misplaced Fury Around Sound: Time to Put the Record Straight on Seismic Surveys in South Africa and End the Energy Crisis (By NJ Ayuk)
    The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
  • The Misplaced Fury Around Sound: Time to Put the Record Straight on Seismic Surveys in South Africa and End the Energy Crisis (By NJ Ayuk)
    By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber ( www.EnergyChamber.org ) and Author of A Just Transition: Making Energy Poverty History with an Energy Mix.
  • Seismic surveys use sound waves to help oil and gas companies build an image of hydrocarbon deposits buried deep underground.
  • The group argued that seismic surveys — or “blasting,” as they characterize it — endanger the Wild Coast’s marine environment.

Malala Yousafzai's Parents Visit Power of Children Exhibit and Leave with A Heart Full of Pride & Donate More Precious Artifacts to Help Tell Story of Daughter's Legacy

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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"I was very moved by the lighting show because it summarizes the story so powerfully," said Ziauddin Yousafzai. "I cried a little bit – it moved me to tears; also, the performer and the way she performed and she presented the story – that was also incredibly powerful!." Yousafzai went on to say how every part of the story is beautiful and he appreciates how much work went into making the experience authentic, "I was very impressed to see how the house, the doors and the flowers – how that particular plant has grown… then our home and the neighbors and in the background – the mountains. You feel like you are standing in Mingora and Butkara and in the street where we lived." Yousafzai continued, "So that feeling - it's so beautiful – so you see - yes, this is my story, this is my valley's story, this is my country's story. This is our people's story -- thank you for documenting it for the people."

Key Points: 
  • For the first time, Ziauddin and his wife Toor Pekai Yousafzai saw the exhibit with their own eyes.
  • Those eyes swelled up with tears as they relived what happened to their daughter and their hearts swelled up with pride acknowledging what she's accomplished.
  • Since that time, she has endured multiple surgeries and continues to fight for girls to receive a proper education.
  • The Yousafzai family donated additional artifacts and loaned a traditional, special baby ring gifted to Malala from her maternal grandmother.

Lyric Opera's "Proximity" Post-Performance Panel on March 26 Dedicated to the Memory of Chaz and Roger Ebert's grandson, Joseph London Smith

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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CHICAGO, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following this Sunday's matinee performance of the Lyric Opera of Chicago's world premiere production Proximity, audience members are invited to stay for the panel, Creating Change: Arts and Activism, a conversation with artists who are using different forms of expression to ignite change. It will be moderated by Chaz Ebert, president and CEO of Ebert Digital and the film criticism website RogerEbert.com.

Key Points: 
  • It will be moderated by Chaz Ebert, president and CEO of Ebert Digital and the film criticism website RogerEbert.com.
  • This discussion will be dedicated to the memory of Chaz and Roger Ebert's grandson, Joseph London Smith, an unintended shooting victim.
  • Joseph was the son of Chaz's son Josibiah Smith and Shenna Galloway.
  • "I am so grateful to the Lyric Opera for commemorating Joseph in this manner," Chaz said.