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Baltimore Sun Covers Levy Konigsberg's Suit Over Child Sexual Abuse at Cheltenham Youth Detention Center

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A high-profile sexual abuse lawsuit filed by award-winning trial practice Levy Konigsberg against the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services has been profiled in The Baltimore Sun.

Key Points: 
  • The Baltimore Sun has profiled a civil lawsuit filed by Levy Konigsberg and co-counsel on behalf of more than two dozen adults who suffered childhood sexual abuse at the Cheltenham Youth Detention Center in Maryland.
  • Levy Konigsberg's suit over staff-on-inmate abuse at the Cheltenham Youth Detention Center and other claims involving other various juvenile facilities operated by the DJS have been made possible by the Maryland Child Victims Act.
  • Waxter Children's Center, Backbone Mountain Youth Center, Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center, the Montrose School, among others.
  • If you have questions about Maryland child sexual abuse lawsuits or wish to discuss a potential case, Levy Konigsberg offers FREE and confidential consultations.

Board of Directors of YWCA WNY Announces Retirement of CEO

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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BUFFALO, N.Y., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ms. Robbins-Jabine will transition out of her role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective the first quarter of 2024.

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  • The Board of Directors of YWCA Western New York (YWCA WNY) announces the retirement of Jill Ann Robbins-Jabine after a decade of exceptional service and leadership.
  • "It has been an incredible journey serving as the CEO of YWCA WNY.
  • "It has been an incredible journey serving as the CEO of YWCA WNY.
  • "Jill has been an exceptional leader who has navigated YWCA WNY through both significant challenges and tremendous opportunities," said Jessica Copeland, Chair of the Board of Directors.

DTE Energy names Deborah Byers to board of directors

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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Detroit, June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DETROIT, June 22, 2023 — DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) has named Deborah Byers, a retired partner from Ernst & Young LLP to its board of directors effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • Detroit, June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DETROIT, June 22, 2023 — DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) has named Deborah Byers, a retired partner from Ernst & Young LLP to its board of directors effective immediately.
  • Byers serves as a senior advisor to Veriten, a media, research and consulting platform focused on the energy sector.
  • She also serves on the advisory board of Switch Energy Alliance, where she advances programs in energy literacy and access.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Deborah and her breadth of knowledge and experience in the energy space to our board of directors,” Jerry Norcia, chairman and CEO of DTE Energy, said.

Nicole Wells Stallworth Tapped to Lead The Children's Center as New CEO

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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DETROIT, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Children's Center (TCC) Board of Directors CEO Search Committee announced today that Nicole Wells Stallworth will serve as its next Chief Executive Officer, leading the organization as it continues serve children and families in Detroit. Wells Stallworth will begin in this role on July 10, 2023, after spending more than two decades in leadership on the front lines of advocacy for some of the most significant issues that impact equity and quality-of-life outcomes for all.

Key Points: 
  • Liz Agius, Board Chair of the Children's Center, said, "We are thrilled to have Nicole back to lead The Children's Center into this new chapter for the organization.
  • Wells Stallworth previously served as Executive Director for Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan and Vice President for Public Affairs for Planned Parenthood of Michigan.
  • "As a long-time advocate for The Children's Center, I am honored to join as the new President & CEO.
  • "It is time I celebrate the work we've done together and pass the baton to our next leader; Ms. Wells Stallworth, who is more than equipped to bring TCC the energy it needs to navigate new challenges," said Debora Matthews former president and CEO of The Children's Center.

More than 30 City Electric Supply Branches Donate Over 1,000 Toys to Children in Need this Holiday Season

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Saturday, December 24, 2022
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DALLAS, Dec. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Christmas magic sometimes comes with a hefty price. That's why more than 30 City Electric Supply (CES) branches last year committed to hosting their first-ever toy drive. They successfully donated hundreds of toys and picked the mission right back up this holiday season for the second annual toy drive. This year, the results were even greater. Thirty-three CES locations donated over 1,000 toys to three different nonprofits across the eastern part of Texas.

Key Points: 
  • That's why more than 30 City Electric Supply (CES) branches last year committed to hosting their first-ever toy drive.
  • They successfully donated hundreds of toys and picked the mission right back up this holiday season for the second annual toy drive.
  • This holiday season, DePelchin will fulfill the holiday wish lists of more than 1,400 children through its annual Holiday Project.
  • "City Electric Supply has stepped up to ensure that our children have a toy waiting for them during the holiday season," said Blair Ortmann, Vice President of Mission Advancement at CASA.

BARBARA SINATRA CHILDREN'S CENTER BRINGS "OVERCAME: ART OF THE ABUSED CHILD" EXHIBIT TO THE PETERSBURG AREA ARTS LEAGUE STARTING NOV. 11

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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PETERSBURG, Va., Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eighty-four (84) pieces of original art, each created by a victim of child abuse as they underwent art therapy to help overcome their harrowing experiences, will be on display at the Petersburg Area Arts League (PAAL) in Petersburg, Virginia from November 11 to November 30. 

Key Points: 
  • "Overcame: Art of The Abused Child" is presented by The Barbara Sinatra Children's Center (BSCC) one of the nation's foremost treatment, education, research and resource centers for child abuse prevention.
  • The exhibit is a deeply personal, immersive experience and part of BSCC's fightchildabuse.org initiative.
  • "We're honored that the Petersburg Area Arts League wanted to partner with us to illuminate these stories for its general public."
  • About the Barbara Sinatra Children's Center: Founded in 1986 by Barbara and Frank Sinatra, the Barbara Sinatra Children's Center is dedicated to ensuring every child's right to a normal, healthy and secure childhood.

MAI Capital Management Taps Colter Lewis to Grow Its National Wealth Management Platform

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
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Lewis will be responsible for overseeing MAIs wealth management platform and expanding the firms national presence, including key markets in the southwest.

Key Points: 
  • Lewis will be responsible for overseeing MAIs wealth management platform and expanding the firms national presence, including key markets in the southwest.
  • Our team remains focused on expanding our reach and optimizing organic and inorganic growth, while building a leading, national wealth management firm.
  • Lewis brings over 25 years of industry experience in investments, wealth management and private banking to his new role with MAI.
  • Colter has a track record of building extraordinary wealth management teams, and were excited to leverage his leadership to reach our goal of becoming a national wealth management platform.

BARBARA SINATRA CHILDREN'S CENTER PREMIERES "OVERCAME: ART OF THE ABUSED CHILD" EXHIBIT IN GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eighty-four (84) pieces of original art, each created by a victim and survivor of child abuse, and each reflecting the victim's harrowing experiences and ability to overcome them, will premiere at Vanderbilt Hall inside Grand Central Terminal in New York City from July 15 – 21. "Overcame: Art of The Abused Child," is presented by The Barbara Sinatra Children's Center (BSCC) – one of the nation's foremost treatment, education, research and resource centers for child abuse prevention. The exhibit is a deeply personal, immersive pop-up experience and part of the BSCC's fightchildabuse.org initiative.

Key Points: 
  • "Overcame: Art of The Abused Child," is presented by The Barbara Sinatra Children's Center (BSCC) one of the nation's foremost treatment, education, research and resource centers for child abuse prevention.
  • The exhibit is a deeply personal, immersive pop-up experience and part of the BSCC's fightchildabuse.org initiative.
  • Maleyna was abused by her music teacher, who started grooming her with inappropriate texts, touching, and gifts in the 8th grade, eventually leading to sexual abuse.
  • Founded in 1986 by Barbara and Frank Sinatra, the Barbara Sinatra Children's Center is dedicated to ensuring every child's right to a normal, healthy and secure childhood.

Reliant and Houston Texans Award Six Student Athletes With $10,000 Scholarships

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Thursday, May 19, 2022
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As the 2021-2022 school year comes to an end for students across the greater Houston area, six student athletes received the ultimate surprise from Reliant and the Houston Texans: $10,000 college scholarships.

Key Points: 
  • As the 2021-2022 school year comes to an end for students across the greater Houston area, six student athletes received the ultimate surprise from Reliant and the Houston Texans: $10,000 college scholarships.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220519005766/en/
    Six Houston-area student athletes received $10,000 scholarships as part of the Reliant and Houston Texans Scholarships for Champions program.
  • Since 2005, Reliant and the Houston Texans have partnered together on the program, reaching a milestone of $600,000 in merit scholarships and providing life-changing opportunities for more than 100 students.
  • For more information about Reliant, visit reliant.com and connect with Reliant on Facebook at facebook.com/reliantenergy and Twitter or Instagram @reliantenergy.

MEN STILL THINK CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE VICTIMS MAY BE EXAGGERATING ACCORDING TO NEW NATIONAL SURVEY FROM THE BARBARA SINATRA CHILDREN'S CENTER

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Monday, April 11, 2022
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Indeed, a new survey from the Barbara Sinatra Children's Center – a national research, treatment and programming center dedicated to ensuring every child has a right to a normal, healthy and secure childhood -- has found that of all the respondents who think victims are exaggerating their childhood experience of sexual abuse, three-quarters are men.  In fact, men are three times more likely than women to believe that the problem of child sexual abuse is exaggerated and that the victim is motivated by money, and two times more likely than women to feel that the survivor has recovered just fine from the abuse. 

Key Points: 
  • Indeed, a new survey from the Barbara Sinatra Children's Center a national research, treatment and programming center dedicated to ensuring every child has a right to a normal, healthy and secure childhood -- has found that of all the respondents who think victims are exaggerating their childhood experience of sexual abuse, three-quarters are men.
  • "But they also clearly point to the critical need for more and better education around child sexual abuse prevention."
  • Just about half of respondents prefer that child sexual abuse education occur in schools between pre-K and the third grade.
  • Seventy percent of parents of minors say they have discussed sexual abuse prevention with their children, with 50% doing so on multiple occasions.