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United Community Addiction Network Selects Proem to Better Support People Affected by Substance Use Disorder

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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ATLANTA, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Proem Behavioral Health, developer of the evidence-based clinical workflow support engine that helps efficiently and accurately screen, test and measure treatment success for those suffering from mental illness and addiction, is pleased to announce that it has been selected by United Community Addiction Network (UCAN).

Key Points: 
  • 'We are pleased UCAN chose Proem as a strategic partner and our platform as a key component in its unique approach to overcoming addiction."
  • - John Letter, Proem CEO
    A Michigan-based non-profit, UCAN works to connect individuals affected by substance use disorder (SUD) with treatment resources to help combat the disease of addiction.
  • "My world of substance use disorder greatly integrates with the world of mental health," says Aaron Rubio, founder and president of UCAN.
  • We are pleased UCAN chose Proem as a strategic partner and our platform as a key component in its unique approach to overcoming addiction."

International Gynecologic Cancer Society Announces Inaugural Uterine Cancer Awareness Month

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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ATLANTA, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS) in collaboration with over 25 partner organizations from around the world, today announced June as the inaugural Uterine Cancer Awareness Month. The observance is part of a global initiative led by the IGCS to raise awareness about uterine cancer (also called endometrial cancer) and promote the need for further research funding, community education, and equitable access to high-quality care. The IGCS is supported in this initiative by advocacy groups around the world, including the Endometrial Cancer Action Network for African Americans (ECANA), Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE), SHARE, and the Uterine Cancer Awareness Network (UCAN), among others.

Key Points: 
  • Global initiative seeks to raise awareness about uterine cancer and promote further research funding, education, and access to care
    ATLANTA, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS) in collaboration with over 25 partner organizations from around the world, today announced June as the inaugural Uterine Cancer Awareness Month.
  • Uterine cancer is the sixth most common cancer in women worldwide and the most common gynecologic cancer in North America, Europe, and Australia, making up nearly 50% of all gynecologic cancer cases in high-income countries.
  • There were 417,367 new cases and 97,370 reported deaths from uterine cancer in 2020.1 This year in the U.S., it is estimated that there will be 66,200 new cases of uterine cancer and 13,030 deaths.
  • Uterine Cancer Awareness Month activities will aim to educate people across the globe about the risks of uterine cancer (e.g., obesity, diabetes, hypertension, genetics) and signs and symptoms.

WORKING TO BUILD A MORE EQUITABLE, NEXT-GENERATION WORKFORCE: PEPSICO TEAMS UP WITH SOUTH AND WEST SIDE ORGANIZATIONS TO SUPPORT SUMMER PROGRAMMING AND LAUNCH REVERSE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM WITH THE QUAKER OATS COMPANY AND PEPSICO BEVERAGES NORTH AMERICA

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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CHICAGO, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, PepsiCo will pilot a paid internship program, which leads with a reverse mentorship component that is designed with and for young people from the South and West Side communities. Through this internship, both mentors and mentees can expect to develop leadership skills and training, build meaningful relationships rooted in finding common ground, and share lived experiences across generations. This program is part of the company's PREP (Pathways to Readiness and Empowerment Program) initiative focused on supporting Black and Hispanic youth on the South and West Sides. The summer pilot will include young people ages 16-24 residing in Greater Chicago Lawn, Englewood and North Lawndale.

Key Points: 
  • This program is part of the company's PREP (Pathways to Readiness and Empowerment Program) initiative focused on supporting Black and Hispanic youth on the South and West Sides.
  • The summer pilot will include young people ages 16-24 residing in Greater Chicago Lawn, Englewood and North Lawndale.
  • "All young people no matter their race, ethnicity or background, deserve equal access to learning, training, work experience and professional networks," said 20th Alderwoman Jeanette Taylor.
  • This included the guidance of Chicago Cares to ensure the program is rooted in young people's needs to maximize impact.

UCAN Foundation: Unscripted Cast Advocacy Network Launched to Provide Mental Health and Legal Support to Reality TV Cast Members

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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CHICAGO, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Unscripted Cast Advocacy Network (UCAN) Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advocating for reality TV cast members' mental health and legal needs, has been launched to support past, current, and future contestants.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Unscripted Cast Advocacy Network (UCAN) Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advocating for reality TV cast members' mental health and legal needs, has been launched to support past, current, and future contestants.
  • The UCANFoundation is dedicated to supporting reality TV cast members' mental health and legal needs.
  • UCAN partners with mental health and legal experts to aid cast members who face challenges such as unfair contracts, psychological abuse, and toxic environments leading to long-term mental health issues.
  • I live through the mental health struggles and challenges experienced by reality TV cast members.

Carpenters Union Awards New Truck To Member for Commitment to Volunteerism

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Thursday, April 6, 2023
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Eisler was announced as the 2022 Union Carpenters Action Network's (UCAN) Grand Prize Winner at the union’s Construction Showcase Apprenticeship Competition, held in Atlantic City on March 30th.

Key Points: 
  • Eisler was announced as the 2022 Union Carpenters Action Network's (UCAN) Grand Prize Winner at the union’s Construction Showcase Apprenticeship Competition, held in Atlantic City on March 30th.
  • “The UCAN program here in Local 254 is very strong," said Local Union 254 President Robert Hopkins.
  • As a result of their extensive involvement in the UCAN program, more than 1,500 EAS Carpenters’ union members were eligible for the grand prize in 2022.
  • He’s a great young member of our organization, and we couldn't have a more grateful, humble individual win this truck,” Hopkins said.

PEPSICO EXCEEDS YEAR ONE GOALS IN WORKFORCE READINESS INVESTMENT INITIATIVES FOR YOUTH ON SOUTH AND WEST SIDES

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023
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CHICAGO, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- One year into PepsiCo's workforce readiness investment initiative focused on reaching Black and Hispanic youth on the South and West Sides, the company reports strong progress on all fronts and the need for additional investment in community-based organizations that directly impact workforce development. Launched in October 2021, Pathways to Readiness and Empowerment Program (PREP) is PepsiCo's commitment to invest more than $5 million in local nonprofits with the aim to put nearly 3,000 young people from Chicago's South and West Sides on the path to high-quality careers by 2026.

Key Points: 
  • This impact was achieved through PepsiCo and its Foundation's first-year investment of $1.2 million, which they're building on by announcing their next round of grants totaling $296,000.
  • "There's nothing like the energy, ingenuity and resilience of young people from South and West Side communities," said Brittany N. Wilson, PepsiCo Chicago Community Relations Manager.
  • "They inspired us at PepsiCo to focus our efforts on making career resources more available for Black and Hispanic youth and provide meaningful workforce readiness support.
  • "It's important that big companies invest in the South and West Sides from a workforce development standpoint to help and give opportunities back to its communities."

THE UCAN COMPANY ANNOUNCES ELENA SUKACHEVA AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Thursday, December 15, 2022
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WOODBRIDGE, Conn., Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The UCAN Company ("UCAN"), an active nutrition company developing unique science-driven steady-release energy products without sugar, announced Elena Sukacheva as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Key Points: 
  • WOODBRIDGE, Conn., Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The UCAN Company ("UCAN"), an active nutrition company developing unique science-driven steady-release energy products without sugar, announced Elena Sukacheva as its new Chief Executive Officer.
  • Sukacheva was most recently the President of mindbodygreen , a health and wellness brand, where she oversaw the rapid growth of the company's eCommerce business.
  • Prior to that, Sukacheva held several leadership roles, serving as the President of Flywheel Sports, Chief Marketing Officer at Ferrara Candy Company and Chief Commercial Officer for The Economist Group.
  • UCAN is a consumer nutrition brand with a portfolio of products that provide clean, steady, and long-lasting energy.

Therma Bright Invests in the Development of Novel Treatments for COVID-19, Asthma, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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Statins have been used clinically to treat high cholesterol levels which protect patients from heart attacks and strokes for over 35 years.

Key Points: 
  • Statins have been used clinically to treat high cholesterol levels which protect patients from heart attacks and strokes for over 35 years.
  • When delivered via the inhaled route, the statins are targeted to the site of disease activity for greater therapeutic benefit.
  • As well, we look forward to the promise that these statin treatments provide for chronic lung diseases including asthma and COPD."
  • Therma Bright Inc. trades on the TSXV (TSXV: THRM) (OTCQB: TBRIF) (FSE: JNX).

25 High School Students Graduate ComEd Trade Apprenticeship Program

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
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ComEd today joined community members to celebrate the sixth graduating class of Tools of the Trade, a seven-week apprenticeship program that connects high school students from diverse communities with career training in the trades and teaches them how to safely work with tools.

Key Points: 
  • ComEd today joined community members to celebrate the sixth graduating class of Tools of the Trade, a seven-week apprenticeship program that connects high school students from diverse communities with career training in the trades and teaches them how to safely work with tools.
  • Through programs like Tools of the Trade, ComEd is preparing a new generation of diverse and bright young leaders to pursue family-sustaining careers.
  • The program introduces 17- to 19-year-old current high school students to careers in the trades as an alternative to a college degree.
  • ComEd partners with the Boys & Girls Club in Rockford and UCAN Chicago to recruit students to apply for Tools of the Trade.

CHICAGO NONPROFITS EXPAND SUMMER CAREER-BUILDING ACTIVITIES FOR YOUTH THROUGHOUT SOUTH AND WEST SIDE COMMUNITIES

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
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CHICAGO, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading South and West Side organizations are offering more summer learning and career development opportunities to Black and Hispanic youth aimed to promote safety and build real-world professional connections. From behind-the-scenes laboratory visits to in-person job shadowing with food & beverage industry professionals, these summer programs will expand current youth programming and include civic leadership, college preparation, career exploration programs and more. The free youth engagement programs are thanks to $130,000 in new grants from PepsiCo as part of the company's PREP (Pathways to Readiness and Empowerment Program), a more than $5 million initiative over five years to increase access to high-quality careers among Black and Hispanic young people on Chicago's South and West Sides. Originally launched by PepsiCo in October 2021, PREP was collaboratively designed with Chicago community leaders including Imagine Englewood if, North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council Southwest Organizing Project (SWOP) and others and is now expanding youth programs that had been interrupted or curtailed by COVID-19, as well as adding new, free career program offerings and experiences. 

Key Points: 
  • From behind-the-scenes laboratory visits to in-person job shadowing with food & beverage industry professionals, these summer programs will expand current youth programming and include civic leadership, college preparation, career exploration programs and more.
  • "We want to help prevent the 'summer slide,' when students regress academically during the break.
  • Providing youth the opportunity to make in-person career connections can really impact their lives for the better in ways that last far beyond the summer."
  • PepsiCo is also providing summer internships, funding and training to eight Cubs Scholars participants, a program of Cubs Charities.