Shared Hope International

Children in sex trafficking still unprotected by laws in most states, Shared Hope’s Report Cards on Child and Youth Sex Trafficking show

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Washington, DC, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tennessee is the highest-performing state for laws to protect children and youth from sex trafficking and the first to achieve an “A” grade in Shared Hope International ’s Report Cards on Child and Youth Sex Trafficking , released today.

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  • Washington, DC, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tennessee is the highest-performing state for laws to protect children and youth from sex trafficking and the first to achieve an “A” grade in Shared Hope International ’s Report Cards on Child and Youth Sex Trafficking , released today.
  • Through the Report Cards, Shared Hope is pushing states to ensure all minor victims of sex trafficking have access to protective care and services that help survivors heal and rebuild their lives.
  • The Report Cards are part of a larger toolkit that Shared Hope has produced for each state, which includes a State Analysis Report specific to each state’s statutes on child and youth sex trafficking.
  • Prior to that, Shared Hope had issued its annual Report Cards for ten years under a different evaluation framework emphasizing criminal law responses.

Shina token $SHI - Burns, charity and rewards are redefining meme utility

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

On Valentines Day of 2022, the Shina Token was quietly deployed, and sat virtually unnoticed for nearly two months.

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  • On Valentines Day of 2022, the Shina Token was quietly deployed, and sat virtually unnoticed for nearly two months.
  • Ask any Shina community member, and they’ll define their time as a holder as being surprise after surprise.
  • The meme narrative behind Shina Inu, seeking to win the heart of Shiba Inu, speaks to the proposed utility of their innovative SHIBB(Shina Burn Bank.)
  • This piece of technology aims to support charity through a charity burn mechanism, by leveraging staking rewards.

City of Hope Honored Among 'Top Hospitals and Health Systems' for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

LOS ANGELES, May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, has been recognized by DiversityInc as one of the nation's "Top Hospitals and Health Systems" for diversity, equity and inclusion. City of Hope ranked second in the health care group of the 2023 list, distinguishing the organization as one of two National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers and the highest ranked institution in California on the list. This marks the third year in a row City of Hope has been included in the top 10 of the prestigious list, jumping four spots from No. 6 to No. 2 in one year's time.

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  • This marks the third year in a row City of Hope has been included in the top 10 of the prestigious list, jumping four spots from No.
  • "City of Hope is honored to be recognized by DiversityInc for our ongoing efforts to infuse diversity, equity and inclusion into every facet of our organization," said Angela L. Talton , City of Hope senior vice president and system chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer.
  • Internally, City of Hope has instituted interactive, scenario-based training that teaches people managers how to mitigate bias and consciously change behaviors while encouraging accountability.
  • In 2022, City of Hope increased diversity in senior leadership: women, Hispanic/Latinx and Black/African American representation grew 25%, 150% and 25%, respectively.

KIDS CAN STILL BE CHARGED WITH PROSTITUTION IN ALMOST HALF THE COUNTRY, NEW REPORT HIGHLIGHTS NEED FOR STEADY LEGISLATIVE IMPROVEMENTS

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

Through the Report Cards, Shared Hope is pushing states to ensure all children have access to protective care and services that help survivors heal and rebuild their lives.

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  • Through the Report Cards, Shared Hope is pushing states to ensure all children have access to protective care and services that help survivors heal and rebuild their lives.
  • In Shared Hopes Report Cards on Child & Youth Sex Trafficking, states are graded across six policy issue areas, providing a consistent measure of state progress.
  • In the next wave of legislative reform, Shared Hope is deepening its focus on state safe harbor laws.
  • It is vital the Report Cards reach the hands of lawmakers across the nation and spur survivor-centered legislative reform.

CALLING GINGERBREAD ROYALTY! THE OMNI GROVE PARK INN OPENS ENROLLMENT FOR THE 30TH ANNUAL NATIONAL GINGERBREAD HOUSE COMPETITION

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

ASHEVILLE, N.C., July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Omni Grove Park Inn is thrilled to announce the registration opening for The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™, the nation's largest, hosted at the resort annually. The official rules and entry form have now been released on the hotel's website here, with new elements including specialty awards, increased prizes, and more. 

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  • "Gingerbread is a dynamic season at The Omni Grove Park Inn that means so much to all those involved," said Susan Rotante, Director of Marketing and Communications.
  • The 30th Annual National Gingerbread House Competitionregistration is now open through November 14, 2022.
  • For more information on The Omni Grove Park Inn or to make reservations, call (800) 438-5800 or visit www.omnihotels.com/hotels/asheville-grove-park .
  • For more information on The 30th Annual National Gingerbread House Competition, call the Gingerbread Hotline at(800) 413-5778 or visit omnihotels.com/gingerbread.

Sanford Heisler Sharp Files Two Lawsuits Against Shipping Giant Maersk for Sexual Assault and Harassment of U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Cadets

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) midshipmen from sexual assault and sexual harassment while working aboard Maersk ships as part of the USMMAs Sea Year program.

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  • Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) midshipmen from sexual assault and sexual harassment while working aboard Maersk ships as part of the USMMAs Sea Year program.
  • Midshipman-Ys complaint alleges that she experienced extreme sexual harassment, unwanted touching and discrimination while on board the same Maersk vessel two years later.
  • According to both complaints, Maersk was aware of the prevalence of sexual assault and harassment on its ships.
  • Maritime Legal Solutions, PLLC is a maritime law firm specializing in the representation of mariners who have been the victims of shipboard harassment, sexual harassment, and sexual assault.

Omni Hotels & Resorts Becomes First Brand to Launch Seamless Instant Booking Experience for Both Group Rooms and Meeting Space

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022

DALLAS, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Omni Hotels & Resorts and Groups360 today announced that Omni is the first ever hotelier to offer instant booking for both group rooms and meeting space on GroupSync™. GroupSync is Groups360's proprietary online booking marketplace, with instant booking capabilities that enable anyone organizing a meeting or event to book both group guest rooms and event spaces online. This functionality is now available at the Omni Frisco Hotel (Frisco, TX), and soon across Omni's more than 50 properties in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

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  • DALLAS, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Omni Hotels & Resorts and Groups360 today announced that Omni is the first ever hotelier to offer instant booking for both group rooms and meeting space on GroupSync.
  • GroupSync is Groups360's proprietary online booking marketplace, with instant booking capabilities that enable anyone organizing a meeting or event to book both group guest rooms and event spaces online.
  • GroupSync now provides on-demand booking for event organizers to arrange group guest rooms and meeting space with ease.
  • "Omni is the first brand to offer instant booking for group guest rooms and event spaces in a single online transaction through the GroupSync platform.

Balfour Beatty Appoints Sonya Roberts as Vice President, Human Resources of US Civils Operations

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

Balfour Beatty announces the appointment of Sonya Roberts to vice president of Human Resources for the companys U.S. Civils operations.

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  • Balfour Beatty announces the appointment of Sonya Roberts to vice president of Human Resources for the companys U.S. Civils operations.
  • Formerly the vice president of Total Rewards for Balfour Beattys Buildings, Civils and Investments business lines, Sonyas new role will oversee Human Resources for its national Civils business.
  • Additionally, she will join the Civils executive leadership team and continue to serve on Balfour Beattys national Human Resources leadership team.
  • We are proud to announce Sonya Roberts appointment to vice president of Human Resources for Balfour Beattys U.S. Civils operations, said Eric Stenman, Balfour Beatty U.S. president.

Boingo to Power Cellular Connectivity at Omni PGA Frisco Resort in Texas

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220208005401/en/
    Boingo will design, build and manage cellular connectivity for the new Omni PGA Frisco Resort.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Guests of Omni PGA Frisco Resort demand a fast and reliable network, said Brent Lessing, chief information officer for Omni Hotels & Resorts.
  • At Omni PGA Frisco Resort, Boingo networks will cover more than 510 guest rooms and resort amenities including retail, dining and event spaces.
  • Omni PGA Frisco Resort will be the new go-to destination for events, golf tournaments and leisure, said Boingo CEO Mike Finley.

Businessolver Serves Communities Nationwide Through 2021 Foundation Activities

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Tuesday, December 28, 2021

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA, Dec. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Businessolver ,a leader in SaaS-based benefits technology and services,announcedthat the Businessolver Foundation distributed more than $330,000 to 100 nonprofit organizations in 15 communities across the nation in 2021.

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  • WEST DES MOINES, IOWA, Dec. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Businessolver ,a leader in SaaS-based benefits technology and services,announcedthat the Businessolver Foundation distributed more than $330,000 to 100 nonprofit organizations in 15 communities across the nation in 2021.
  • All funds went to organizations that support the Foundation's mission to positively impact the lives and communities where Businessolver employees and clients work and live.
  • "The Foundation's new giving pillars allow us to make a stronger, more focused impact to the communities in which we live and serve."
  • The Businessolver Foundation's main 2021 philanthropic activities by pillar:
    Partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness to produce "Sharing Hope," a three-part video series that explores the journey of mental wellness in Black communities through dialogue, storytelling, and a guided discussion.