Child advocacy

SafeSport Implementing Improvements to Increase Efficiency and Information Sharing

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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The U.S. Center for SafeSport (the Center) today announced process changes aimed at increasing efficiency, information sharing, and trauma-sensitivity.

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  • The U.S. Center for SafeSport (the Center) today announced process changes aimed at increasing efficiency, information sharing, and trauma-sensitivity.
  • “We are listening to athletes and responding with improvements to better serve them,” Ju’Riese Colón, CEO of the U.S. Center for SafeSport said.
  • “We are proud of the progress we’ve made, but we are clear-eyed about the work ahead of us.
  • Within a 14-day window, Claimants and Respondents may submit a written response and provide any additional relevant information.

Higginbotham Launches "Rocket City" Expansion with Fountain, Parker, Harbarger & Associates, LLC

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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FORT WORTH, Texas, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Higginbotham, the largest independent insurance, financial and HR services firm headquartered in Texas and one of the top firms in the country, has teamed up with Fountain, Parker, Harbarger & Associates, LLC (FPH&A) of Huntsville, Alabama. Combining over 175 years of industry experience and innovation, the two firms join the previously announced Higginbotham / WRM Group, LLC collaboration to solidify a presence across Alabama.

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  • Combining over 175 years of industry experience and innovation, the two firms join the previously announced Higginbotham / WRM Group, LLC collaboration to solidify a presence across Alabama.
  • Higginbotham launches expansion with Huntsville's Fountain, Parker, Harbarger & Associates, LLC
    After celebrating the firm's 75th anniversary in 2023, Higginbotham Chairman and CEO Rusty Reid looks to the future with a platform of strategic growth.
  • FPH&A Principal and Administrative Manager Mark P. Harbarger explained that his firm's long relationship with the growing Huntsville community was part of the decision to seek out a collaboration with Higginbotham.
  • "One of the aspects that's really exciting for us is the number of Higginbotham partners available across Alabama," said Freisen.

A21 Expands Anti-Trafficking Initiatives in Southeast Asia with Key Events in Thailand and Cambodia

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Monday, December 4, 2023
Aftercare, Social change, A21, Partnership, Law enforcement, Survivor, School, Are You Experienced, Child advocacy, News, MSDHS, CAC, HSI, Ministry, Social media, Transport, Social, Child, Drug

PATTAYA, Thailand, Dec. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A21, a global nonprofit organization committed to eradicating human trafficking through awareness, intervention, and aftercare, is proud to announce two landmark events in Pattaya, Thailand, and Cambodia.

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  • PATTAYA, Thailand, Dec. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A21, a global nonprofit organization committed to eradicating human trafficking through awareness, intervention, and aftercare, is proud to announce two landmark events in Pattaya, Thailand, and Cambodia.
  • These initiatives underscore A21's ongoing dedication to fortifying and expanding anti-trafficking efforts across the Southeast Asia region.
  • Child Advocacy Center Expansion - Pattaya Thailand - December 6th, 2023
    On December 6th, A21 will mark a pivotal expansion of the Pattaya Child Advocacy Center (CAC) at its Pattaya location.
  • For more information on A21 and its mission to end modern-day slavery, please visit A21.org .

Dakota Wealth Management Announces Opening of Syracuse, NY Office

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
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PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dakota Wealth Management, an independent investment management firm serving high-net-worth individuals and families, announces the official opening of its office in Syracuse, NY. The wealth advisory team in the Syracuse office consists of John H. King, Bridget A. Cunningham, and William Kamery.

Key Points: 
  • PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dakota Wealth Management, an independent investment management firm serving high-net-worth individuals and families, announces the official opening of its office in Syracuse, NY.
  • Dakota Wealth Management has 13 office locations in 9 states.
  • Dakota Wealth Management is an independent investment management, wealth and estate planning, and full-service tax planning firm serving high-net-worth individuals, families, and institutions.
  • Headquartered in Palm Beach Gardens and founded by RIA industry veteran Peter Raimondi, Dakota elevates wealth management to an art with thoughtfully designed investment portfolios and personalized wealth management services.

Compass Health Celebrates Building Communities of Hope Gala Featuring Keynote Speaker Dr. Delaney Ruston

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Thursday, September 23, 2021
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Compass Health is proud to present keynote speaker, Delaney Ruston, MD, at its fifth-annual Building Communities of Hope Gala fundraiser on October 16, 2021, at 6 p.m. Ruston will speak about the importance of families finding their voices in sharing challenges and experiences with mental health needs.

Key Points: 
  • Compass Health is proud to present keynote speaker, Delaney Ruston, MD, at its fifth-annual Building Communities of Hope Gala fundraiser on October 16, 2021, at 6 p.m. Ruston will speak about the importance of families finding their voices in sharing challenges and experiences with mental health needs.
  • With ongoing challenges across our communities, demand for our youth and child behavioral health services is as strong as ever and support for our Gala is as critical as ever.
  • The mental health stigma that exists in our society is a pervasive barrier that prevents individuals from seeking mental health care.
  • To learn more about Compass Health or how you can support Compass Healths child, youth and family services, please visit www.compasshealth.org.

Experts Predict Child Abuse Reports Will Spike Dramatically This Fall in 'Epidemic after Pandemic'

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Human behavior, Articles, Abuse, Child abuse, Child welfare, Crimes, Family therapy, Child advocacy, Neglect, Childhood

Child advocacy organization, For The Children, with their network of over 20,000 vetted and trained volunteers, is calling on everyday concerned citizens to watch for signs of abuse and neglect, and speak out.

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  • Child advocacy organization, For The Children, with their network of over 20,000 vetted and trained volunteers, is calling on everyday concerned citizens to watch for signs of abuse and neglect, and speak out.
  • "If before COVID-19, five children died a day on average from child abuse, then there is no doubt this already-staggering number increased during the pandemic," says Paul Martin, CEO of For The Children.
  • During the pandemic, when children spent less time around authoritative figures outside the home, reports of child abuse dropped dramatically according to The Washington Post .
  • For The Children implores concerned adults to keep a watchful eye as children emerge this summer and fall.

Child Advocacy Teams Around the U.S. Will Celebrate on July 9th

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
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The Survivor Support Day award winners are:

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  • The Survivor Support Day award winners are:
    Laura Bluehorse-Swift of the Puyallup Tribe Children of the River Child Advocacy Center has won Child Advocacy Leader.
  • Svoboda has moved Nebraska child advocacy forward with her tireless, innovative legislative efforts, critical to child safety and well being.
  • Jessica Kelly of the Hutchinson Police Department is being awarded as an individual for Child Advocacy Partner of the Year.
  • All advocates, supporters, and multidisciplinary professionals in child advocacy are encouraged to attend the free virtual event on July 9th.

Accelerating Justice Through Technology Child Advocacy Campaign Announced by VidaNyx, Digital Evidence Innovator

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Tuesday, October 6, 2020
Articles, Child advocacy, Child abuse, Forensic science

OMAHA, Neb., Oct. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- VidaNyx, digital evidence innovator enabling secure, remote collaboration in child abuse investigations, announced the launch of the Accelerate Justice Through Technology campaign, funded by a private donor.

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  • OMAHA, Neb., Oct. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- VidaNyx, digital evidence innovator enabling secure, remote collaboration in child abuse investigations, announced the launch of the Accelerate Justice Through Technology campaign, funded by a private donor.
  • The campaign is targeted to support child advocacy centers that are in a funding gap due to the current health crisis and are in need of a better approach to managing, sharing and protecting child forensic interview video evidence with their multidisciplinary teams.
  • By moving to digital evidence management with VidaNyx, users report up to 90% cost savings and 67% faster case preparation.
  • VidaNyx is a critical link between the child advocacy center and the multidisciplinary teams involved in each case with secure transport, management, review, and storage.

COVID-19 Digital Transformation Child Advocacy Fund Launches to Support Remote Work and Collaboration in Child Abuse Investigations with VidaNyx, Leading Digital Evidence Management Solution

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Friday, May 1, 2020
Advocacy groups, Child advocacy, Advocacy

Thanks to a generous donor who responded to the need to advance child protection during this moment, the COVID-19 Digital Transformation Child Advocacy Fund is now available for child advocacy centers and state chapters nationwide to begin using VidaNyx.

Key Points: 
  • Thanks to a generous donor who responded to the need to advance child protection during this moment, the COVID-19 Digital Transformation Child Advocacy Fund is now available for child advocacy centers and state chapters nationwide to begin using VidaNyx.
  • Priority access will be given to child advocacy centers who are committed to begin immediate use.
  • Each year, over 700,000 children are abused in the US and these families are supported by a network of 890 child advocacy centers.
  • VidaNyx is a critical link between the child advocacy center and the multidisciplinary teams involved in each case with secure transport, management, review, and storage.

Steinger, Greene & Feiner Announces Winner of Fall 2019 Child Advocacy Scholarship

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Wednesday, October 9, 2019
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MIAMI, Oct. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The law firm of Steinger, Greene & Feiner has announced California resident Gabriella Sergi as the winner of its the semi-annual Law Scholarship for Child Advocates.

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  • MIAMI, Oct. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The law firm of Steinger, Greene & Feiner has announced California resident Gabriella Sergi as the winner of its the semi-annual Law Scholarship for Child Advocates.
  • Gabriella is attending the University of California Hastings College of the Law and is expected to graduate in 2022.
  • "We are incredibly proud to present Gabriella with this scholarship," says Michael Steinger, founding partner of Steinger, Greene & Feiner.
  • The Steinger, Greene & Feiner Law Scholarship for Child Advocates is awarded to future lawyers who are passionate about raising awareness about child abuse and helping its victims.