Ethnic groups in Africa

Wordbank Partners with Colorado Office of Early Childhood

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

The CDHS Office of Early Childhood provides "collaborative leadership to align resources for children, families, and early childhood professionals to best prepare Coloradans for future success, through access to coordinated and quality early childhood programs and family supports."

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  • The CDHS Office of Early Childhood provides "collaborative leadership to align resources for children, families, and early childhood professionals to best prepare Coloradans for future success, through access to coordinated and quality early childhood programs and family supports."
  • The OEC has partnered with Wordbank in the development, design, and multilingual translation of several of these resources for US Spanish, Arabic, Burmese, Somali, and Vietnamese communities in Colorado.
  • Working with the Office of Early Childhood is a natural fit with our values and a chance to positively impact ourColorado multicultural communities.
  • The mission of the CDHS Office of Early Childhood is to support families and communities so every child thrives.

First High-School Education Group Announces Director Appointment

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Monday, May 10, 2021

b'BEIJING, May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- First High-School Education Group Co., Ltd. ("First High-School Education Group" or the "Company") (NYSE: FHS), the largest operator of private high schools in Western China and the third largest operator in China[1], today announced the appointment of Mr. Pengwei Luo ("Mr. Luo") as a director of the Company\'s board of directors (the "Board"), effective from May 10, 2021.

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  • b'BEIJING, May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- First High-School Education Group Co., Ltd. ("First High-School Education Group" or the "Company") (NYSE: FHS), the largest operator of private high schools in Western China and the third largest operator in China[1], today announced the appointment of Mr. Pengwei Luo ("Mr. Luo") as a director of the Company\'s board of directors (the "Board"), effective from May 10, 2021.
  • Upon the effectiveness of Mr. Luo\'s appointment, the Board will consist of five directors, including two independent directors.\nMr.
  • Luo is the founder and the managing director of Spring River Greater China Fund, which he founded in 2014.
  • We are confident that he will provide valuable perspectives on the business strategy and on compliance for First High-School Education Group.

Small Town Girl Becomes Chief Operating Officer of Multi-Million Dollar Company

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Thursday, April 15, 2021

b'CONYERS, Ga., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Who would have thought a girl who grew up in a small town called Madison, GA would become a C-level executive at a multi-million-dollar company while still in her 30s?\nWell, that\'s exactly what happened for Shane McCambry, the new Chief Operating Officer of Novae.\nNovae, also affectionately known as Novae Money, is a financial services and training company based in Conyers, GA.

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  • b'CONYERS, Ga., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Who would have thought a girl who grew up in a small town called Madison, GA would become a C-level executive at a multi-million-dollar company while still in her 30s?\nWell, that\'s exactly what happened for Shane McCambry, the new Chief Operating Officer of Novae.\nNovae, also affectionately known as Novae Money, is a financial services and training company based in Conyers, GA.
  • She has trained and built sales organizations of thousands of people, producing millions of dollars in revenue.
  • Success is a process of growth, preparation, evolution, and consistent action.
  • Strive to succeed with purpose!

Brii Biosciences Appoints Rogers Luo, Ankang Li To Leadership Positions

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Thursday, September 17, 2020

Dr. Li is responsible for corporate finance & transactions, financial reporting and accounting, and internal control & audit.

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  • Dr. Li is responsible for corporate finance & transactions, financial reporting and accounting, and internal control & audit.
  • Dr. Luo has extraordinary knowledge of the science, proven leadership track record, and commercial expertise in patient access.
  • I am delighted that they have brought their expertise and energy to Brii Bio at this critical time of growth.
  • Dr. Li commented: I am impressed by Brii Bios infectious disease pipeline and commitment to addressing the tremendous health challenges worldwide.

Relay Medical and Fio Corporation Announce Delivery of First Fionet COVID-19 Workflow Software to Healthcare Clinics in Kenya

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Thursday, September 10, 2020

Relay and Fio announce delivery of first Fionet COVID-19 software for Meru County Ministry of Health, which operates a network of approximately 140 clinics in Meru County, Kenya

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  • Relay and Fio announce delivery of first Fionet COVID-19 software for Meru County Ministry of Health, which operates a network of approximately 140 clinics in Meru County, Kenya
    With delivery of the workflow software, called Patient Manager, Meru will begin deploying Fionet across its network of clinics
    TORONTO, Sept. 10, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Relay Medical Corp. (Relay or the Company) (CSE: RELA, OTC: RYMDF, Frankfurt: EIY2), and Fio Corporation (Fio) announce the delivery of the first Fionet COVID-19 workflow software for the Meru County Ministry of Health (Meru) which operates a network of approximately 140 community-based healthcare clinics in Meru County, Kenya.
  • With the delivery of the Fionet workflow software, called Patient Manager, Meru will begin deploying Fionet across its network of healthcare clinics in Meru County.
  • Patient Manager incorporates the Kenya COVID-19 National Protocol and consists of five modules that link the patient journey throughout community-based healthcare facilities.
  • Kenya is a leader in Africa, and Meru County is a leader in innovative mobile healthcare solutions in Kenya.

Off-White™️ Launches "I Support Young Black Businesses," an Initiative to Support the Black Community through Quarterly Fundraising

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Friday, July 31, 2020

MILAN, July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Off-White is proud to announce its ongoing commitment to the Black community with the launch of "I Support Young Black Businesses" project, a quarterly fundraising program in support of organizations chosen by Virgil Abloh and his team to support the Black community.

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  • MILAN, July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Off-White is proud to announce its ongoing commitment to the Black community with the launch of "I Support Young Black Businesses" project, a quarterly fundraising program in support of organizations chosen by Virgil Abloh and his team to support the Black community.
  • Initially designed in 2019 and debuted in 2020 Off-White will release items for sale with 100% of proceeds going to the organization selected each quarter.
  • Off-White is launching the first round of quarterly fundraising with the sale of Off-White's Fall/Winter 2020 "I Support Young Black Businesses" t-shirt and hoodies, which first appeared at Off-White runway show in January 2020, worn by tap dancer Cartier Williams who gave an opening performance.
  • This announcement is a reflection of Virgil Abloh's broad-based advocacy for and support of Black talent.

Janngo Pledges €60 Million at Davos to Back African Startups Leveraging Technology to Achieve the SDGs

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Monday, January 20, 2020

The fund is a first of its kind Venture Capital & Impact vehicle investing from seed through growth stage across Africa and targeting at least 50% of startups founded, co-founded or benefiting women.

Key Points: 
  • The fund is a first of its kind Venture Capital & Impact vehicle investing from seed through growth stage across Africa and targeting at least 50% of startups founded, co-founded or benefiting women.
  • This initiative is part of Janngo's broader commitment on financing the SDGs in Africa, as a member of the Goalkeepers Community and the Global Future Council on the New Economic Agenda of the World Economic Forum.
  • In Africa, only 3 million jobs are created every year when at least 20 to 30 million jobs will be needed to absorb its fast growing labor force in the coming years.
  • That's our ikigai , our reason for being, as Janngo means "Tomorrow" or "Future" in Fulani," explains Fatoumata BA, Executive Chair of Janngo and Managing Partner of Janngo Capital.

Janngo Pledges €60 Million at Davos to Back African Startups Leveraging Technology to Achieve the SDGs

Retrieved on: 
Monday, January 20, 2020

The fund is a first of its kind Venture Capital & Impact vehicle investing from seed through growth stage across Africa and targeting at least 50% of startups founded, co-founded or benefiting women.

Key Points: 
  • The fund is a first of its kind Venture Capital & Impact vehicle investing from seed through growth stage across Africa and targeting at least 50% of startups founded, co-founded or benefiting women.
  • This initiative is part of Janngo's broader commitment on financing the SDGs in Africa, as a member of the Goalkeepers Community and the Global Future Council on the New Economic Agenda of the World Economic Forum.
  • In Africa, only 3 million jobs are created every year when at least 20 to 30 million jobs will be needed to absorb its fast growing labor force in the coming years.
  • That's our ikigai , our reason for being, as Janngo means "Tomorrow" or "Future" in Fulani," explains Fatoumata BA, Executive Chair of Janngo and Managing Partner of Janngo Capital.

AFAR Media Announces its Second AFAR Sailings

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Friday, November 22, 2019

NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Following the success of 2019's AFAR Sailings journey, AFAR Media today announces its highly anticipated 2020 AFAR Sailings itinerary, on Europe's enchanting Rhine river.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Following the success of 2019's AFAR Sailings journey, AFAR Media today announces its highly anticipated 2020 AFAR Sailings itinerary, on Europe's enchanting Rhine river.
  • For the same market price, AFAR Sailings include exclusive access and high-value offerings that travelers can only find through the AFAR Sailings program.
  • "We're very excited to partner with AmaWaterways to launch the second year of AFAR Sailings, which enables travelers to experience cruising through the lens of AFAR," said Ellen Asmodeo-Giglio, AFAR's EVP and Chief Revenue Officer.
  • Based inNew YorkandSan Francisco, AFAR's diverse portfolio of platforms includes: AFAR magazine; AFAR.com; Learning AFAR; AFAR Advisor; and two exclusive, immersive travel event seriesAFAR Experiences and AFAR Sailings.

Nairobi, The New Milan

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Tuesday, November 5, 2019

The company recruited skilled tailors who reside in Kibera and provides fair-wage jobs.

Key Points: 
  • The company recruited skilled tailors who reside in Kibera and provides fair-wage jobs.
  • The bags are crafted with a minimalist exterior and a wild Afro-funk Maasai warrior mask pattern interior.
  • MOT represents a new frontier in business based on love for all and responsible commerce.
  • For more information about the Ministry of Tomorrow, please contact: