Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on African-American communities

How Hyundai Celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Multipart Program Paid Tribute to Hispanic and Latinx Heritage, Cultural Traditions and Contributions to Society

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  • Multipart Program Paid Tribute to Hispanic and Latinx Heritage, Cultural Traditions and Contributions to Society
    FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Hyundai proudly honored the Hispanic and Latinx communities with a multifaceted program that includes philanthropic and community-based support and sponsorships.
  • Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 through October 15.
  • Hyundai donated $25,000 to the TELACU College Success Program to increase the number of Hispanic and Latino first-generation students from underserved communities majoring in the fields of STEM and business.
  • Hyundai donated $14,000 to the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) Youth Art and Hispanic Heritage Programs and is sponsoring the Da de los Muertos community celebration and exhibit.

INAUGURAL NORTH AMERICAN LITHUANIAN BUSINESS FORUM

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Monday, June 27, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, June 29, 8am 5:30pm, the first live North American Lithuanian Business Forum takes place at the Union League, 140 S. Broad St. Philadelphia, connecting business and government leaders and accelerating transatlantic partnerships and economic growth.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, June 29, 8am 5:30pm, the first live North American Lithuanian Business Forum takes place at the Union League, 140 S. Broad St. Philadelphia, connecting business and government leaders and accelerating transatlantic partnerships and economic growth.
  • Ambassador to Lithuania Robert Gilchrist, Lithuanian Ambassador to the U.S. Audra Plepyte and Lithuanian Ambassador to Canada Darius Skusevicius.
  • NALBForum is sponsored by: Lithuanian Foundation, Lithuanian American Community, Litfood, American-Lithuanian Business Council, Spina Organics, Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development, Shift4, Klaipeda Free Economic Zone, Kazickas Family Foundation, Adroiti, UCLA, Leyos, Narbutas, Morris Engineering Inc., Triniti Jurex, Sector Groundswell and Delaware River Stevedores.
  • NALBForum is organized by: Lithuanian Embassies to the United States and to Canada; Lithuanian Ministries of Agriculture, and of Economy & Innovation; Lithuanian consulates of Pennsylvania, New York, Chicago and Los Angeles; Global Lithuanian Leaders; Baltic American Chamber of Commerce; and the Lithuanian American professional associations of New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Canada.

Union Institute & University Alumna makes history

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

The honor humbles the Union Institute & University Ph.D. graduate.

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  • The honor humbles the Union Institute & University Ph.D. graduate.
  • "The interdisciplinary approach that Union used in my Ph.D. program was for such a time as this.
  • Founded in 1964,Union Institute& University is a pioneer in educating adults through distance learning.
  • To learn more aboutUnion Institute& University, visit www.myunion.edu or call 1-800-861-6400.

Black Bourbon Society Partners With Jim Beam® for the 2nd Annual Open Door Tour

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022

ATLANTA, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Bourbon Society (BBS), is pleased to present the 2nd Annual Open Door Tour, sponsored by Jim Beam® Bourbon. Embodying Jim Beam's inclusive and welcoming nature, the tour will spotlight black-owned bars and restaurants that serve as cultural pillars in their respective communities.

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  • Kicking off on National Bourbon Day, the tour will stop in five US cities this summer featuring panel discussions with local culture makers and cookout-style day parties
    ATLANTA, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Black Bourbon Society (BBS), is pleased to present the 2nd Annual Open Door Tour, sponsored by Jim Beam Bourbon.
  • HIGHBALL HOUR - A lively social event highlighting black bartenders and their unique spin on a Jim Beam Highball and cocktails featuring Jim Beam Black.
  • ABOUT JIM BEAM: Jim Beam, the world's best-selling bourbon, has been bringing people together since 1795.
  • Today, the Jim Beam portfolio of products includes Jim Beam Bourbon, Jim Beam Black, Jim Beam Double Oak, Jim Beam Devil's Cut, Jim Beam Rye, Jim Beam Lineage, Jim Beam Old Tub, Jim Beam Vanilla, Jim Beam Honey, Jim Beam Orange, Jim Beam Peach, Jim Beam Apple, Jim Beam Kentucky Fire and Red Stag by Jim Beam among other offerings.

Black History Month Enters the Metaverse with Web3 Panel, Powered by Charles Barkley's Redmont Vodka, Premiering Today

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022

The event, created by Goals Media Group and Metaverse company TerraZero , features a customized 3D venue build of an interactive basketball court.

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  • The event, created by Goals Media Group and Metaverse company TerraZero , features a customized 3D venue build of an interactive basketball court.
  • The venue will feature a panel on the future of the Black community in the Web3 space in celebration of Black History Month.
  • Web3 and Metaverse technologies are serving as equalizers where true talent, drive, and dedication to craft will stand out.
  • That's why we aligned with the Redmont team, Charles Barkley, and our panel to help make this happen."

IQVIA Releases 2021 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022

IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) today published its 2021 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report.

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  • IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) today published its 2021 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report.
  • As an organization, our commitment to these efforts is unwavering, and we will continue reporting progress with complete transparency.
  • IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry.
  • IQVIA creates intelligent connections across all aspects of healthcare through its analytics, transformative technology, big data resources and extensive domain expertise.

Healthwise and African American Wellness Project Form Unique Partnership to Increase Access to Vital Health Education

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Thursday, October 28, 2021

BOISE, Idaho, Oct. 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Healthwise, a leader in evidence-based health education, and the African American Wellness Project (AAWP) , a nonprofit organization that empowers the African American Community to improve health outcomes have formed a partnership to address health disparities in the African American community.

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  • BOISE, Idaho, Oct. 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Healthwise, a leader in evidence-based health education, and the African American Wellness Project (AAWP) , a nonprofit organization that empowers the African American Community to improve health outcomes have formed a partnership to address health disparities in the African American community.
  • Organized to respond to the inequities in health care delivery between African Americans and almost all other ethnic groups in the United States, the AAWP is helping bridge the gap in health and wellness for the African American community through various digital health education programs.
  • Directly from AAWPs website , people can now access the Healthwise Knowledgebase: thousands of interactive, unbiased, action-oriented health education materials that instruct and engage them about their health conditions.
  • When patients know they can trust specific health information sources, such as the African American Wellness Project, and get credible information, they can improve their health outcomes.

Banks Award $78K to 10 Nonprofits in Three States

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021

PGP grants help qualified nonprofit organizations fund a variety of operational and administrative activities that are critical to serving their communities.

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  • PGP grants help qualified nonprofit organizations fund a variety of operational and administrative activities that are critical to serving their communities.
  • Hope Downtown Network, Hope, Arkansas, $4,000, makes and promotes improvements to the downtown area of Hope, Arkansas.
  • For more information about the 2021 PGP grants and other FHLB Dallas community investment products and programs, please visit fhlb.com/pgp .
  • The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas is one of 11 district banks in the FHLBank System created by Congress in 1932.

Harmony Biosciences Announces Winners of Patients at the Heart and Progress at the Heart on Third Annual World Narcolepsy Day

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Initiated in 2021, Progress at the Heart supports innovative programs that address disparities, injustice, and inequities in the rare disease and sleep disorder community.

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  • Initiated in 2021, Progress at the Heart supports innovative programs that address disparities, injustice, and inequities in the rare disease and sleep disorder community.
  • "We are so inspired by the diverse and inventive programs submitted for this year's Patients and Progress at the Heart programs," said Cate McCanless, SVP, Corporate Affairs and Public Policy.
  • The company chose to announce the winners on World Narcolepsy Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness for this sleep disorder globally.
  • The first Patients at the Heart program awarded $65,000 to four organizations, which was increased to $74,000 in 2020.

Puzzles With Purpose Announces ARTXPUZZLES New OVR Gallery Benefit Sales Initiative Offering Support and Relief During COVID-19 One-Year Anniversary Celebration

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ARTXPUZZLES today announces the one-year anniversary celebration with the launch ofARTXARTISTS,a new online OVR gallery designed exclusively for ARTXPUZZLES, presenting curated exhibitions and artists' projects from all around the globe.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ARTXPUZZLES today announces the one-year anniversary celebration with the launch ofARTXARTISTS,a new online OVR gallery designed exclusively for ARTXPUZZLES, presenting curated exhibitions and artists' projects from all around the globe.
  • Organized byARTXPUZZLES: PUZZLES WITH PURPOSE, this important one-year anniversary celebration takes an innovative approach with a new unique 3D experience.
  • To that end, a percentage of all proceeds from sales of both artwork and AXP Collector Editions will directly benefit the artists' chosen charities.
  • Highlights of the launch of the ARTXPUZZLES Anniversary Celebration include:
    ARTXARTISTS OVR GALLERYdesigned by a top European design firm presents a new and innovative virtual experience.