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Protector of Penguins to be Recognized as 2023 Indianapolis Prize Winner

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Sunday, October 1, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Indianapolis Prize – the world's leading award for animal conservation – will celebrate the world's preeminent animal conservationists at the Indianapolis Prize Gala presented by Cummins Inc. on Sept. 30, 2023, at the JW Marriott in downtown Indianapolis.

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  • Dr. Pablo Borboroglu will be Honored in Downtown Indianapolis on Sept. 30
    INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Indianapolis Prize – the world's leading award for animal conservation – will celebrate the world's preeminent animal conservationists at the Indianapolis Prize Gala presented by Cummins Inc. on Sept. 30, 2023, at the JW Marriott in downtown Indianapolis.
  • "Every two years, the international conservation community turns its eyes toward Indianapolis for the awarding of the Indianapolis Prize," Dr.
  • Dr. Pablo Borboroglu (pronounced: Bor-BOR-oh-glue), the 2023 awardee and ninth winner of the Prize, will receive a $250,000 unrestricted grant.
  • "I am incredibly grateful and honored to be named the 2023 Indianapolis Prize Winner," Borboroglu said.

Protector of Penguins to be Recognized as 2023 Indianapolis Prize Winner

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Sunday, October 1, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Indianapolis Prize – the world's leading award for animal conservation – will celebrate the world's preeminent animal conservationists at the Indianapolis Prize Gala presented by Cummins Inc. on Sept. 30, 2023, at the JW Marriott in downtown Indianapolis.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Pablo Borboroglu will be Honored in Downtown Indianapolis on Sept. 30
    INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Indianapolis Prize – the world's leading award for animal conservation – will celebrate the world's preeminent animal conservationists at the Indianapolis Prize Gala presented by Cummins Inc. on Sept. 30, 2023, at the JW Marriott in downtown Indianapolis.
  • "Every two years, the international conservation community turns its eyes toward Indianapolis for the awarding of the Indianapolis Prize," Dr.
  • Dr. Pablo Borboroglu (pronounced: Bor-BOR-oh-glue), the 2023 awardee and ninth winner of the Prize, will receive a $250,000 unrestricted grant.
  • "I am incredibly grateful and honored to be named the 2023 Indianapolis Prize Winner," Borboroglu said.

Why on Earth, the Powerful Award-Winning Wildlife Documentary Featuring Clint Eastwood, is Now Available in the UK and on Major Airlines Including Emirates, United & Etihad

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

The film is currently streaming on major airlines, including Emirates, United, and Etihad, and it will be released on CANAL+ International in France and French-speaking countries in Africa.

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  • The film is currently streaming on major airlines, including Emirates, United, and Etihad, and it will be released on CANAL+ International in France and French-speaking countries in Africa.
  • This gripping film takes a comprehensive look into our current environment, uncovering many issues affecting our natural world and the animals who inhabit it.
  • The documentary also takes viewers behind the scenes to show the strenuous process of passing legislation to protect animals in the United States.
  • Why on Earth is currently available on major streaming platforms, including Amazon Prime , Apple , iTunes , Google Play and YouTube .

World's Leading Award for Animal Conservation Names Six Finalists

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Indianapolis Zoological Society Inc., the presenter of the world's leading award for animal conservation, today named the six Finalists for the Indianapolis Prize, an award that recognizes the most successful conservationists who have achieved major victories in saving an animal species or group of species. This biennial award provides the Winner with $250,000 and the remaining Finalists with $50,000 each.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Indianapolis Zoological Society Inc., the presenter of the world's leading award for animal conservation, today named the six Finalists for the Indianapolis Prize, an award that recognizes the most successful conservationists who have achieved major victories in saving an animal species or group of species.
  • This biennial award provides the Winner with $250,000 and the remaining Finalists with $50,000 each.
  • A nine-person committee with ties to the scientific and conservation communities, the Indianapolis Zoological society and local community selected the six Finalists for the 2023 Indianapolis Prize.
  • "The vital work of this year's Finalists to save animal species is inspiring," said 2021 and 2023 Indianapolis Prize Gala co-host Danni Washington.

Peace 4 Animals' Award-Winning Documentary, Why On Earth, Premieres Today, August 16th, on Major Streaming & Cable Platforms in the United States & Canada

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

The gripping filmtakes a comprehensive look into our current condition as a people;uncovering many issues that are affecting our natural world and the animals who inhabit it,revealingthe vital connection between humans, animals, and the growing plant-based movement.

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  • The gripping filmtakes a comprehensive look into our current condition as a people;uncovering many issues that are affecting our natural world and the animals who inhabit it,revealingthe vital connection between humans, animals, and the growing plant-based movement.
  • "The film also features interviews with notable names including Maggie Q , Kristin Bauer , John Salley , Shannon Elizabeth , Leilani Munter ,and Dan Richardson .
  • Shot on a RED camera byDirector of Photography, Hunter Nolan, Why On Earthwas filmedin five countries including South Africa, Kenya, Indonesia, Mexico, and the United States.
  • Cleary'sprevious award-winning documentary, Give Me Shelter , premiered on Netflix in 2015.

Peace 4 Animals' Powerful New Documentary, Why On Earth, is Set to be Released on August 16th in the United States & Canada

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

The documentary will also be released on DVD and Blu-Ray in the following weeks.

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  • The documentary will also be released on DVD and Blu-Ray in the following weeks.
  • Cleary is also the Founder and President of the animal welfare organization, Peace 4 Animals ,and its popular animal news network, World Animal News .
  • Kristin Rizzo wrote the powerful documentary and assisted the film's editor, Brandon Thieme, with post-production.
  • Why On Earthfeatures exclusive interviews with well-known leaders in theworld ofentertainment, sports, animal advocacy, and conservation, including fellowfilmmaker Clint Eastwood.

Vision Films Set to Release Compelling New Documentary 'Why On Earth' From Filmmaker and Conservationist Katie Cleary

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

LOS ANGELES, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vision Films, Inc. ("Vision") announces the release of the feature length documentaryWhy On Earthto VOD, DVD, and Blu-Ray on August 16.

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  • LOS ANGELES, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vision Films, Inc. ("Vision") announces the release of the feature length documentaryWhy On Earthto VOD, DVD, and Blu-Ray on August 16.
  • The film wasdirected andproduced by animal activist and filmmaker Katie Cleary, whose previous award-winning documentary,Give Me Shelter, debuted on Netflix in 2015.
  • Katie is the president and founder of the animal welfare organization Peace 4 Animals and popular global news network World Animal News.
  • Director and Producer Katie Cleary shares, "This film has been a labor of love for the past four years.

Chiesi Global Rare Diseases Announces Results from Study Evaluating Economic Burden of Rare Diseases and Launches Second Annual #WeWearStripes Campaign on Rare Disease Day

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Monday, February 28, 2022

The company is also recognizing Rare Disease Day 2022 with the launch of the second annual #WeWearStripes for the Rare Ones social media campaign.

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  • The company is also recognizing Rare Disease Day 2022 with the launch of the second annual #WeWearStripes for the Rare Ones social media campaign.
  • "Every year Rare Disease Day brings together more than 300 million people affected by rare diseases around the world in a collective effort to build broader awareness and call for new treatment options," said Giacomo Chiesi, head of Chiesi Global Rare Diseases and co-author of the study.
  • Results demonstrated that rare diseases impose a substantial economic burden that can be reduced with availability of new treatments.
  • "The results of this study are clear - access to therapies for people living with rare diseases generates significant value for society.

Golden Agri-Resources (GAR) and Orangutan Foundation International (OFI) Release Six Orangutans in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia

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Friday, December 20, 2019

CENTRAL KALIMANTAN, Indonesia, Dec. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Six orangutans-- four males and two females-- have been released into natural habitat reserves in Central Kalimantan this week, marking the latest successful collaboration between Golden Agri-Resources (GAR) and Orangutan Foundation International (OFI).

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  • CENTRAL KALIMANTAN, Indonesia, Dec. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Six orangutans-- four males and two females-- have been released into natural habitat reserves in Central Kalimantan this week, marking the latest successful collaboration between Golden Agri-Resources (GAR) and Orangutan Foundation International (OFI).
  • To view the Multimedia News Release, please click: https://www.prnasia.com/mnr/goldenagri1_201912.shtml
    The orangutans were prepared for their reintroduction to the wild through OFI's well respected rehabilitation programme.
  • Agus added, "Since our cooperation with OFI began in 2011, we have supported the rescue, rehabilitation and release of 116 orangutans.
  • The company further has a Zero Tolerance Policy which bans hunting and was developed with input from OFI and others.

Golden Agri-Resources (GAR) and Orangutan Foundation International (OFI) Release Six Orangutans in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia

Retrieved on: 
Friday, December 20, 2019

CENTRAL KALIMANTAN, Indonesia, Dec. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Six orangutans-- four males and two females-- have been released into natural habitat reserves in Central Kalimantan this week, marking the latest successful collaboration between Golden Agri-Resources (GAR) and Orangutan Foundation International (OFI).

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  • CENTRAL KALIMANTAN, Indonesia, Dec. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Six orangutans-- four males and two females-- have been released into natural habitat reserves in Central Kalimantan this week, marking the latest successful collaboration between Golden Agri-Resources (GAR) and Orangutan Foundation International (OFI).
  • To view the Multimedia News Release, please click: https://www.prnasia.com/mnr/goldenagri1_201912.shtml
    The orangutans were prepared for their reintroduction to the wild through OFI's well respected rehabilitation programme.
  • Agus added, "Since our cooperation with OFI began in 2011, we have supported the rescue, rehabilitation and release of 116 orangutans.
  • The company further has a Zero Tolerance Policy which bans hunting and was developed with input from OFI and others.