Youth Service America

American Student Assistance Announces New Partners for EvolveMe, a Free Digital Platform That Helps Teens Learn About Careers Beyond the Classroom

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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BOSTON, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Research shows that 87% of learners are interested in ways to match specific skills and interests with potential careers, and 85% would like to learn about the requirements for the careers they are interested in. To keep young people engaged with their future planning, American Student Assistance® (ASA), a national nonprofit changing the way kids learn about careers and navigate a path to postsecondary education and career success, today announced the expansion of its network of partners for its EvolveMe™ digital platform. EvolveMe has engaged more than 600,000 users to date, and the free mobile resource features more than 80 career experimentation and skills-building tasks with a completion rate of over 70 percent.

Key Points: 
  • "Career-focused learning in the classroom can be challenging, now more than ever, during this era of pandemic-related learning loss," said Clay Colarusso, CMO and SVP of Digital Strategy at ASA.
  • "RoboCo Sports League is infused with the spirit of experimentation and discovery, which is why American Student Assistance and the EvolveMe platform are such a perfect fit for this experience and the Roblox platform at large.
  • Teens are rewarded for completing tasks under the categories of Life Skills, Experimenting with Jobs, Building Your Network, and Career Quizzes.
  • For instance, they can see their personal tree grow as it sprouts unique flowers and creatures each time they complete an activity.

DENSO to Exhibit at ITS America Conference & Expo, Share Connected Services Vision

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Thursday, April 20, 2023
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SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DENSO, a leading mobility supplier, will exhibit and participate in programming at ITS America Conference & Expo, held April 24-27, at the Gaylord Texan Resort in Grapevine, Texas.

Key Points: 
  • DENSO's booth, #1416, will feature displays demonstrating how the company enables connected solutions that promote cleaner, safer and more efficient mobility.
  • Among the demos, one will outline how DENSO is using blockchain technology and advanced QR codes to increase the carbon footprint traceability of vehicle batteries.
  • "ITS America Conference & Expo is a great opportunity to not only share how we're implementing connected technology to meet these goals, but also to meet potential partners with similar priorities who can help accelerate our journey."
  • For those interested in working at an automotive supplier with 70 years of industry expertise – and an eye on our connected future – visit densocareers.com.

Forty8Fifty Labs Receives Atlassian Partner of the Year 2022: Services Americas

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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ATLANTA, April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlassian announced today that Forty8Fifty Labs, an Atlassian Enterprise Platinum Solution Partner focused on agile collaboration and IT service management, has received Atlassian Partner of the Year 2022: Services Americas for its outstanding contribution and achievements during the calendar year 2022. This includes exceptional efforts in developing new business, thought leadership and products and services that complement Atlassian.  

Key Points: 
  • Forty8Fifty Labs was one of 26 global partner recipients honored in the annual Atlassian Partner of the Year program for its continuous efforts and exceptional customer work.
  • We're proud to be named the Atlassian Partner of the Year 2022: Services Americas based on the successful performance of the entire Forty8Fifty Labs team."
  • An Atlassian Platinum Enterprise Solution Partner, Forty8Fifty Labs was also named Atlassian Partner of the Year 2021: Cloud Services, Atlassian Partner of the Year 2020: Services, Atlassian Partner of the Year 2019: Technology Innovator, and Atlassian Partner of the Year 2017: Rising Star.
  • Forty8Fifty Labs also received its Atlassian Specialized Partner: Cloud designation in 2022 and Atlassian Specialized Partner: ITSM designation in 2023.

DENSO Announces Sponsorship of Women in Auto Care

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Thursday, April 6, 2023
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LONG BEACH, Calif., April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DENSO, a leading mobility supplier, has joined Women in Auto Care as a corporate sponsor. The move builds on DENSO's longstanding support for organizations and initiatives that promote the advancement of women in industry.

Key Points: 
  • LONG BEACH, Calif., April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DENSO, a leading mobility supplier, has joined Women in Auto Care as a corporate sponsor.
  • "The women of DENSO include leading engineers, designers, programmers, technology developers, logisticians and managers, and some are already individual members of Women in Auto Care.
  • DENSO is proud to follow their lead in supporting the organization's commitment to elevating women."
  • "Women is Auto Care is a great resource for all our employees," said Kelly Dickens, a senior national sales account manager for DENSO Products and Services Americas, Inc., the company's aftermarket unit.

The Digital Learning Collaborative announces annual award winners

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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DURANGO, Colo., Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Digital Learning Collaborative (DLC) is thrilled to announce our 2023 awards program winners, recognizing a few of the incredible leaders, schools, and organizations that are improving student opportunities and outcomes.

Key Points: 
  • The winners are being recognized at the closing ceremony of the Digital Learning Annual Conference (DLAC), on Wednesday February 15th, in Austin and online.
  • Individual Excellence in Digital Learning Award – Holly Brzycki, CAOLA
    Holly Brzycki is an educator and change agent who embodies the spirit of selfless sharing, support, and collegiality across the digital learning field.
  • Her advocacy transcends her work with Connections as she has been a supporter of all types of digital learning, from online courses to blended and hybrid schools.
  • More information on the awardees will be posted to the Digital Learning Collaborative website in the coming weeks.

Crowley, ESVAGT to Build and Operate Service Operations Vessel for Siemens Gamesa at Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Crowley and Danish offshore maritime leader ESVAGT will jointly build and operate a service operations vessel (SOV) under a long-term charter with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy, enhancing a service crucial for the U.S. clean wind energy market.

Key Points: 
  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Crowley and Danish offshore maritime leader ESVAGT will jointly build and operate a service operations vessel (SOV) under a long-term charter with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy, enhancing a service crucial for the U.S. clean wind energy market.
  • Under the new contract, U.S.-based Crowley will manage and crew the SOV to support Siemens Gamesa's service operations on the Dominion Energy Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project.
  • The 289-foot vessel will feature state-of-the-art technologies to augment safety, workability and comfort to support the O&M activities of the wind farm project.
  • "This charter will enable us to provide top-tier service for the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project with a U.S.-built vessel."

The King Center Announces The 38th Annual King Holiday Observance Schedule, Events

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Thursday, December 22, 2022
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King, CEO of The King Center, announces a schedule of programs and events in celebration of the 2023 King Holiday Observance.

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  • King, CEO of The King Center, announces a schedule of programs and events in celebration of the 2023 King Holiday Observance.
  • King.
  • For the full schedule of events during the King Holiday Observance, event details, registration, and sponsorships visit thekingcenter.org.
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Ebenezer Baptist Church, The Carter Center, The National Center for Civil and Human Rights, AmeriCorps.

Georgia Senate Runoff Guide Highlights Differences Between Warnock and Walker

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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It is more important than ever that potential voters get nonpartisan information that shows the clear differences between the candidates and walks them through how to vote.

Key Points: 
  • It is more important than ever that potential voters get nonpartisan information that shows the clear differences between the candidates and walks them through how to vote.
  • "In a time of widespread political cynicism, disinformation, and spin, these guides provide a concise and credible way to compare candidate stands.
  • "NAACP will provide these nonpartisan voter guides to our network of over two million members, volunteers, social mediaactivists, and partners.
  • News outlets are encouraged to link to the Georgia runoff guides and share on social channels.

Labor Law Firms Zakay Law Group, APLC and JCL Law Firm, APC, File A Class Action Lawsuit Against Staffmark Investment and Denso, Alleging Failure to Pay All Wages

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Los Angeles labor law attorneys at Zakay Law Group, APLC and JCL Law Firm, APC, filed a class action complaint against Staffmark Investment LLC, Denso International America, Inc., and Denso Products and Services Americas, Inc. (collectively, "Staffmark Investment and Denso") for allegedly failing to provide meal and rest breaks. The class action lawsuit, Case No. CVRI2203360, is currently pending in the Riverside County Superior Court of the State of California. A copy of the Complaint can be read here.

Key Points: 
  • The lawsuit alleges Staffmark Investment and Denso violated the California Labor Code by failing to pay employees for all of their time worked.
  • Additionally, Staffmark Investment's and Denso's employees were also allegedly not provided with one-hour wages in lieu thereof.
  • If you would like to know more about the Staffmark Investment and Denso lawsuit, please contact Attorney Jackland Hom today by calling (619) 255-9047.
  • Contact one of their attorneys today if you need help with workplace issues regarding wage and hour, wrongful termination, retaliation, discrimination, and harassment.

Empowered Flower Girl Hosts 2022 Be the Impact Virtual Youth Service Summit

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Monday, September 12, 2022
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DETROIT , Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Empowered Flower Girl (EFG), a social enterprise on a mission to transform the way young people relate to one another and themselves, will host the 2022 Be the Impact Summit on Saturday, October 8, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET. The virtual youth service event will be held during National Bullying Prevention Month and the weekend before International Day of the Girl.

Key Points: 
  • The virtual youth service event will be held during National Bullying Prevention Month and the weekend before International Day of the Girl.
  • To close out the event, Empowered Flower Girl will announce the winner of its $250 Impact Ideas giveaway.
  • "I am inspired by the courage and commitment of youth globally and Empowered Flower Girl is committed to honoring those using their gifts and talents to create change."
  • Empowered Flower Girl was one of three Detroit-area organizations/social enterprises to receive a Social Impact Grant from the Consulate in June.