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National Civil Rights Museum welcomes Martin Luther King III and his family for a commemoration to honor his father’s legacy on the 56th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s tragic death

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Friday, March 15, 2024

Martin Luther King III, wife Arndrea Waters King, and daughter Yolanda Renee King will participate in the ceremony, which will be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person.

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Martin Luther King III, wife Arndrea Waters King, and daughter Yolanda Renee King will participate in the ceremony, which will be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person.
This year, the Museum introduces a youth component with the performing winners of its Youth Poetry and Spoken Word Competition.
Martin Luther King III, the oldest son of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Mrs. Coretta Scott King, will deliver the keynote address.
Mr. King is a civil rights advocate and global humanitarian, focusing on addressing the most pressing social justice issues of today.

Arizona Virtual Academy Teacher Authors Children's Book About Courage

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Friday, March 22, 2024

Tasneem Halloum, a seventh-grade science teacher at Arizona Virtual Academy (AZVA), has authored a children’s book titled “A Kids Book About Courage.” Published in November 2023, the book is the latest in the acclaimed book series “A Kids Book About,” which explains complex topics — racism, empathy, equality, anxiety and more — for children ages 5 and up.

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Tasneem Halloum, a seventh-grade science teacher at Arizona Virtual Academy (AZVA), has authored a children’s book titled “A Kids Book About Courage.” Published in November 2023, the book is the latest in the acclaimed book series “A Kids Book About,” which explains complex topics — racism, empathy, equality, anxiety and more — for children ages 5 and up.
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AZVA Teacher Tasneem Halloum and her book, A Kids Book About Courage (Photo: Business Wire)
“Over the years, I’ve taught children with varied backgrounds and abilities, and I’ve seen the life challenges they face,” Halloum said.
The courage AZVA students and all the students I have worked with over the years express daily is what inspired this book.”
“A Kids Book About Courage” describes courage and its different forms and shares how all children have courage within themselves.
Halloum’s book is part of a children’s book series that explains the big issues young people face and how they can deal with them.

Sundar Prize Film Festival Unveils Winners In Celebration Of Human Resilience

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

The Sundar Prize will be screening films in the heart of Surrey that were official selections at the Toronto International Film Festival, Hot Docs, Vancouver International Film Festival, Vancouver Asian Film Festival, and were Canada's official selection for the Oscars.

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The Sundar Prize will be screening films in the heart of Surrey that were official selections at the Toronto International Film Festival, Hot Docs, Vancouver International Film Festival, Vancouver Asian Film Festival, and were Canada's official selection for the Oscars.
Winner of the Best Environmental Film at the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival, and official selection at the Vancouver International Film Festival.
The Sundar Prize Film Festival proudly recognizes and applauds the outstanding achievements of these winners, each film contributing a unique perspective to the global cinematic landscape.
The Sundar Prize Film Festival is an IMDb qualifying festival and a project of Sher Vancouver which is a registered charity in Canada celebrating its 16th year in 2024.

AIDALA, BERTUNA & KAMINS PC: THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY AND THE DIRECTOR OF ITS PROGRAM ON EXTREMISM SUED IN FEDERAL COURT FOR TAKING PART IN A UAE-FINANCED SCHEME TO FALSELY LINK DOZENS OF SCHOLARS TO MIDDLE EAST TERRORIST GROUPS

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Racism, RICO, Propaganda, George Washington University, Muslim Brotherhood, Social media, Lorenzo G. Vidino, Brotherhood, Fraud, Justice minister, Government, Teaching, Williams College

The plaintiff in this lawsuit is Dr. Farid Hafez, an Austrian political scientist currently teaching at Williams College in Williamstown, Mass.

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The plaintiff in this lawsuit is Dr. Farid Hafez, an Austrian political scientist currently teaching at Williams College in Williamstown, Mass.
He is one of many victims of Arab descent who have been falsely branded terrorists or terrorist sympathizers.
According to the lawsuit, Vidino secretly worked for Alp Services while serving as Director of The Program on Extremism at The George Washington University.
The George Washington University, which receives a portion of its funding from the UAE government, was complicit in the scheme, the suit alleges.

Habitat for Humanity works to create equitable, inclusive communities across the U.S. through annual Home is the Key campaign

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Monday, April 1, 2024

Habitat for Humanity, Racism, Congress, Humanity, Religion, Social media, Sale, Policy, IHeartRadio, Radio, United Way, American Dream, Housing, Key, BHN, Family, Marketing, Hunting

ATLANTA, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 11, 1968, days after the assassination of civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr., Congress passed the monumental Fair Housing Act to prohibit discrimination on the sale, rental and financing of housing based on race, religion, or nationality. The landmark bill gave potential homeowners – particularly Black Americans – hope that they could achieve the American Dream of purchasing and owning a home of their own.

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Habitat for Humanity knows that a decent, affordable home is the key to stability, well-being, and intergenerational wealth.
Today, Habitat for Humanity is kicking off its eighth annual Home is the Key cause marketing campaign to help unlock equitable homeownership and build inclusive communities across the U.S.
As part of the Home is the Key campaign, Habitat for Humanity and Habitat LA are partnering to hold several in-person builds in Los Angeles.
People can support the Home is the Key campaign by donating online and by purchasing select products that send a portion of the proceeds back to Habitat.

Join Us as We Stand Together and March Against Hate in Dallas, Texas

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

DALLAS, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In 1933, over nine million Jews lived in Europe, working hard, and raising families in the harsh reality of the worldwide economic depression. By May of 1945, the number horrifically stood at three million. Following Adolf Hitler's appointment as German chancellor on January 30, 1933, the road from persecution to genocide was paved with the lives of six million Jewish men, women, and children. The Third Reich and their collaborators had murdered two-thirds of the population of European Jewry as part of a systematic "Final Solution" — that much of the world stood by silently while the atrocities were being committed was incomprehensible.

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Anti-Semitism is exponentially rising and those who are concerned about this, we invite to partner with us this year.
This march is a bi-lateral effort among the Christian and Jewish communities to shoulder together in unity.
Anti-Semitism is exponentially rising and those who are concerned about this, we invite to partner with us this year.
The purpose of the stone is to remember those who perished and stand in solidarity against anti-Semitism and hate.

PRIVATE SCHOOL VILLAGE (PSV) AWARDS INAUGURAL ELEMENTARY-SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Racism, Education, Research, Literacy, Hope, PSV, DEI

"The Village Scholarship is a lifeline focused on something that is widely known as problematic -- there is never enough financial aid," said Founder and Executive Director Lisa Johnson. "In a world where the public discourse around race is polarizing and bans on DEI efforts are increasing, our Black and brown children are navigating adolescence against a backdrop of inconsistent systemic support, unapologetic gaslighting, covert and overt bias, and racism. The Village Scholarship is a beacon of hope, a tangible way we can support our children and ensure they receive the education they deserve."

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LOS ANGELES, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Private School Village (PSV), a first-of-its-kind community-based nonprofit organization that supports Black and brown students through the K-12 private school experience, is excited to announce the first recipients of The Village Scholarship.
Six families from five local private schools will receive partial scholarships totaling over $220,000 for the duration of the elementary school experience pending yearly renewals.
The Village Scholarship is a highly selective, annual private school scholarship for exceptional Black and brown elementary school students from low-income households in Greater Los Angeles.
PSV is unique in its mission to support families throughout their private school journey once enrolled.

Dr. Rachel Hardeman, Renowned Reproductive Health Equity Researcher, Joins Maven Clinic as Visiting Scientist

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

NEW YORK, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Maven Clinic, the world's largest virtual clinic for women's and family health, today announced the appointment of Dr. Rachel Hardeman, a nationally recognized reproductive health equity researcher, as Maven's newest Visiting Scientist. As part of its commitment to driving equitable health outcomes for women and families, Maven also announced that it has established a Community Advisory Board and formalized a Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) program aligned to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) standards for health equity.

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NEW YORK, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Maven Clinic , the world's largest virtual clinic for women's and family health, today announced the appointment of Dr. Rachel Hardeman, a nationally recognized reproductive health equity researcher, as Maven's newest Visiting Scientist.
Her findings have appeared in publications such as the New England Journal of Medicine and the American Journal of Public Health.
She currently serves as the first ever Blue Cross Endowed Professor of Health and Racial Equity at the University of Minnesota.
It also includes commitments to workforce development, ensuring that 100% of Maven front-line staff receive comprehensive training in health equity.

Melanin Gamers and The Watch Launch the First Rating System Identifying Online Gaming Toxicity

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Racism, Toxicity, Culture, Organization, ESRB, Pressure, Environment, Hope, Ipsos-Reid, CCO, Pejorative, Verbal abuse, The Watch, Video, Parent, Movement, Video game

TORONTO, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Melanin Gamers , a digital community protecting and promoting diversity and inclusion in the video game industry announced today a toxicity rating system with a singular goal – to eliminate harmful and verbal abuse within gaming culture.

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TORONTO, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Melanin Gamers , a digital community protecting and promoting diversity and inclusion in the video game industry announced today a toxicity rating system with a singular goal – to eliminate harmful and verbal abuse within gaming culture.
Ideally The Watch rating would be paired with existing accepted ratings, to offer parents and players alike more information about what to expect beyond the storylines of the games.
To forge and inform The Watch, Melanin Gamers, Leo Burnett, and The Angus Reid Group, surveyed hundreds of gamers across some of the biggest gaming communities.
This toxicity rating is hopefully another step forward as we look to transform the gaming culture and promote an environment built on the tenets of inclusivity, kindness, and respect," said Annabel Ashalley-Anthony, founder of Melanin Gamers.

Melanin Gamers and The Watch Launch the First Rating System Identifying Online Gaming Toxicity

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Racism, Toxicity, Culture, Organization, ESRB, Pressure, Environment, Hope, Ipsos-Reid, CCO, Pejorative, Verbal abuse, The Watch, Video, Parent, Movement, Video game

TORONTO, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Melanin Gamers, a digital community protecting and promoting diversity and inclusion in the video game industry announced today a toxicity rating system with a singular goal – to eliminate harmful and verbal abuse within gaming culture. Ideally The Watch rating would be paired with existing accepted ratings, to offer parents and players alike more information about what to expect beyond the storylines of the games.

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TORONTO, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Melanin Gamers , a digital community protecting and promoting diversity and inclusion in the video game industry announced today a toxicity rating system with a singular goal – to eliminate harmful and verbal abuse within gaming culture.
Ideally The Watch rating would be paired with existing accepted ratings, to offer parents and players alike more information about what to expect beyond the storylines of the games.
To forge and inform The Watch, Melanin Gamers, Leo Burnett, and The Angus Reid Group, surveyed hundreds of gamers across some of the biggest gaming communities.
This toxicity rating is hopefully another step forward as we look to transform the gaming culture and promote an environment built on the tenets of inclusivity, kindness, and respect," said Annabel Ashalley-Anthony, founder of Melanin Gamers.