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Education Interrupted: Girls at Risk as Ukraine Conflict Cuts Access to Classrooms

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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According to global data, girls are 2.5 times more likely to be forced out of school in conflict situations.

Key Points: 
  • According to global data, girls are 2.5 times more likely to be forced out of school in conflict situations.
  • Plan International Canada is committed to addressing these challenges and ensuring that all children, regardless of their gender or background, have access to the education and support they need.
  • Through Plan International programs and partnerships, schools offer essential education, protection, and psychosocial support, and help children overcome the profound disruption and trauma caused by the conflict.
  • "In times of crisis, education can be a lifeline for children," says Sven Coppens, Ukraine Crisis Response Director, Plan International.

Simpli Home® to Plant One Tree for Each Purchase Made on Its Ecommerce Site

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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CONCORD, ON, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simpli Home announces the launch of the Simpli Home Tree Planting Program in which one mangrove tree will be planted in the Gazi Mangrove Forest, Kenya, for each purchase on its ecommerce site, simpli-home.com.

Key Points: 
  • CONCORD, ON, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Simpli Home announces the launch of the Simpli Home Tree Planting Program in which one mangrove tree will be planted in the Gazi Mangrove Forest, Kenya, for each purchase on its ecommerce site, simpli-home.com.
  • "Implementing a tree planting program was a natural next step for Simpli Home, given our commitment to protecting the environment," says Erez Weinreich, co-president of Simpli Home.
  • With the Simpli Home Tree Planting Program, we are giving our customers the opportunity to do the right thing and help us help the planet."
  • Information about the Simpli Home Tree Planting Program will be prominently displayed throughout simpli-home.com, including during the checkout process, and featured in post-purchase emails.

New Net Zero Podcast Spotlights How Young People Are Tracking Carbon Neutral Goals by Country

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In the new Net Zero podcast, Climate activists Ricardo Delgado, Sofia Lana, Sam Okorie and Mphathesithe Mkhize report their takeaways on where the world stands on the Race to Net Zero from Venezuela, Nigeria, South Africa and UNESCO in Paris. Ricardo, Sofia, Sam, and Mphathesithe reflect on their interviews with Manuel Diaz, Rep Sam Onuigbo, Crispin Hemson and Alexander Leicht. The activists share key takeaways on global climate curriculum, the progress of clean energy, and why the world's poorest countries are in dire need of support from rich countries on global warming.

Key Points: 
  • Youth activists report political leaders need more focus on climate education reform, transition to clean energy, and support for poor and vulnerable nations.
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In the new Net Zero podcast, Climate activists Ricardo Delgado, Sofia Lana, Sam Okorie and Mphathesithe Mkhize report their takeaways on where the world stands on the Race to Net Zero from Venezuela, Nigeria, South Africa and UNESCO in Paris.
  • Ricardo, Sofia, Sam, and Mphathesithe reflect on their interviews with Manuel Diaz, Rep Sam Onuigbo, Crispin Hemson and Alexander Leicht.
  • Activists from the acclaimed Net Zero video series, launched at the beginning of last year, have conducted over 25 interviews with international climate leaders to monitor the world's progress towards reaching Net Zero.

Ceylon Graphite Appoints the Founder and Major Shareholder Sasha Jacob as Interim CEO

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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Vancouver, Dec. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ceylon Graphite Corp. (TSX-V: CYL) (OTC: CYLYF) (FSE: CCY) ( the “Company”) is pleased to announce that the Company has appointed founder and major shareholder Sasha Jacob as interim CEO and Director.

Key Points: 
  • Vancouver, Dec. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ceylon Graphite Corp. (TSX-V: CYL) (OTC: CYLYF) (FSE: CCY) ( the “Company”) is pleased to announce that the Company has appointed founder and major shareholder Sasha Jacob as interim CEO and Director.
  • He was a co-founder and principal shareholder of South Asia Energy Management Systems (SAEMS), formerly Sri Lanka’s largest independent hydropower producer.
  • Ceylon Graphite is a public company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange, that is in the business of mining for graphite, and developing and commercializing innovative graphene and graphite applications and products.
  • Ceylon Graphite cautions the reader that the above list of risk factors is not exhaustive.

Broadcat Announces Appointment of Director of Operations

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022
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DALLAS, Nov. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Broadcat LLC ("Broadcat"), the leading provider of operationalized compliance training, is pleased to announce the appointment of a Director of Operations, Kitty Holt. Kitty is responsible for maintaining and elevating organizational efficiency as Broadcat continues to scale. She will oversee key business functions including HR, IT, marketing, and administration.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Nov. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Broadcat LLC ("Broadcat"), the leading provider of operationalized compliance training, is pleased to announce the appointment of a Director of Operations, Kitty Holt.
  • "Kitty's experience working cross-functionally and at all levels of the organization will be invaluable in her new role at Broadcat," Broadcat CEO Alex Klingelbergernoted.
  • About Broadcat: At Broadcat, we take a behavioral approach to compliance communications and training.
  • Broadcat is a portfolio company of Featherweight Capital Partners and is based in Dallas, Texas.

Masdar Champions Women at Forefront of Global Net-Zero Transition at COP27

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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As the UAE looks forward to hosting COP28 next year, I am encouraged by WiSER's efforts to raise global awareness and support for women and girls at the forefront of the net-zero transition.

Key Points: 
  • As the UAE looks forward to hosting COP28 next year, I am encouraged by WiSER's efforts to raise global awareness and support for women and girls at the forefront of the net-zero transition.
  • Global policymakers and industry leaders have taken the #IAmWiSER pledge, including the UAE's Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Special Envoy for Climate Change, and Chairman of Masdar, H.E.
  • This is especially important in areas such as Africa and the global south, where women are bearing the brunt of climate change.
  • WiSER is an impact-focused platform dedicated to inspiring women and girls to play an active role in addressing global sustainability challenges.

Masdar Champions Women at Forefront of Global Net-Zero Transition at COP27

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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As the UAE looks forward to hosting COP28 next year, I am encouraged by WiSER's efforts to raise global awareness and support for women and girls at the forefront of the net-zero transition.

Key Points: 
  • As the UAE looks forward to hosting COP28 next year, I am encouraged by WiSER's efforts to raise global awareness and support for women and girls at the forefront of the net-zero transition.
  • Global policymakers and industry leaders have taken the #IAmWiSER pledge, including the UAE's Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Special Envoy for Climate Change, and Chairman of Masdar, H.E.
  • This is especially important in areas such as Africa and the global south, where women are bearing the brunt of climate change.
  • WiSER is an impact-focused platform dedicated to inspiring women and girls to play an active role in addressing global sustainability challenges.

Kimberly-Clark Continues Vital Work to Address Pressing Global Sanitation Crisis

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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On World Toilet Day, Kimberly-Clark , the Kimberly-Clark Foundation and their NGO partners continue their grassroots initiatives to address this global sanitation crisis and help protect human health, safety, dignity and overall quality of life.

Key Points: 
  • On World Toilet Day, Kimberly-Clark , the Kimberly-Clark Foundation and their NGO partners continue their grassroots initiatives to address this global sanitation crisis and help protect human health, safety, dignity and overall quality of life.
  • Worldwide, Kimberly-Clark continues to provide access to safe sanitation and clean water through its Toilets Change Lives program.
  • "Through the power of our brands and partnerships, we are actively working to address the root cause of this sanitation crisis and help drive systems change in communities around the globe."
  • Kimberly-Clark's work to address the global sanitation crisis contributes to the company's global ambition and its purpose of Better Care for a Better World.

Plan International USA Announced as a Nonprofit Partner of the 2022 Z100 Jingle Ball

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Plan International USA, a global nonprofit organization partnering with adolescent girls, young women and children around the world to overcome oppression and gender inequality, is a nonprofit partner for this year's Z100 Jingle Ball concert, which will be held at New York City's Madison Square Garden on Friday, December 9 featuring a star-studded lineup. As a part of the partnership, Plan International USA received a $15,000 grant from iHeartMedia, kicking off a collaborative partnership to amplify and advance the rights of girls and combat gender inequality.

Key Points: 
  • Z100's Sam Rosalie, a Plan Internal USA Ambassador, announced the grant and the partnership during the Elvis Duran and The Morning Show.
  • We've been ignoring their voices for far too long," said Shanna Marzilli, COO of Plan International USA.
  • As a part of the partnership, Plan International USA and Z100 launched an online We Are the Girls Jingle Ball prize pack sweepstakes contest .
  • Winners will receive access to VIP pre-event activities at Hammerstein Ballroom, tickets to the already sold-out Jingle Ball concert and a special Plan International USA experience.

New Climate Education Podcast: Youth Activists Monitor the World's Race to Net Zero

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As leaders begin the 2022 UN Climate Change Conference in Egypt (COP27), Planet Classroom and the Protect our Planet Movement have launched a new podcast series in which climate activists report on countries' progress in achieving their Net Zero pledges.

Key Points: 
  • Study indicates 98% of youth are concerned about climate change and 82% don't know how nations are tackling the crisis.
  • In the first episode of the new Net Zero podcast series, climate activists Nahid Perez Ayala, Kalaan Nibonrix Kaiman, Levy Nyirenda, and Cherry Sung report their takeaways on where the world stands on carbon capture and storage technologies, agroforestry, climate education and other critical solutions in the Race to Net Zero.
  • Activists from the acclaimed Net Zero video series, launched at the beginning of the year, have conducted over 24 interviews with international climate leaders to monitor the world's progress toward reaching Net Zero.
  • Content showcased for youth and by youth on the Planet Classroom Network is provided by 30 cultural organizations from around the world.