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The King Center Joins the King Family in Mourning the Loss of Naomi Barber King, wife of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s Late Brother

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Atlanta, GA., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The King Center joins the King Family, civil rights leaders, and cultivators of the Beloved Community in mourning the loss of Naomi Barber King, the wife of the late Rev.

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  • Atlanta, GA., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The King Center joins the King Family, civil rights leaders, and cultivators of the Beloved Community in mourning the loss of Naomi Barber King, the wife of the late Rev.
  • Alfred Daniel Williams King, the brother of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  Naomi King passed today at age 92.
  • Naomi King was a strong supporter of The King Center’s founder, Mrs. Coretta Scott King after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
  • She continued her work with youth at The King Center serving 10 years as a consistent panelist for Students with King.

Jared Shoup Named Recipient of Ohio Civil Rights Commission’s Excellence in Teaching Diversity Award

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Jared Shoup, a high school social studies teacher at Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA), was recently named a recipient of the Ohio Civil Rights Commission Excellence in Teaching Diversity Award.

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  • Jared Shoup, a high school social studies teacher at Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA), was recently named a recipient of the Ohio Civil Rights Commission Excellence in Teaching Diversity Award.
  • Mr. Shoup was recently recognized at the Ohio Civil Rights Commission’s annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Art, Writing and Multimedia Contest awards ceremony in Columbus, with many of his current and former students in attendance.
  • “Jared is an incredible teacher, beloved by students and colleagues.
  • “We are so grateful to celebrate his accomplishment and thank him for his continued commitment to inspiring a genuine enthusiasm for learning and encouraging students to embrace different perspectives and cultures.”
    The Excellence in Teaching Diversity award is given to an Ohio grade 6-12 teacher who demonstrates exemplary dedication to diversity and teaching the lessons of civil rights in the classroom.

Napoli Shkolnik Recognized in 2024 Best Lawyers® Rankings

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Under Founding Partner Marie Napoli's Leadership, Napoli Shkolnik is pleased to announce it received five Tier 1 distinctions across three practice areas in the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms® rankings .

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  • Under Founding Partner Marie Napoli's Leadership, Napoli Shkolnik is pleased to announce it received five Tier 1 distinctions across three practice areas in the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms® rankings .
  • They are as follows:
    Additionally, four Partners and Associates across the Napoli Shkolnik offices have been recognized as 2024 Best Lawyers® in America and one was included in 2024 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, the latter of which recognizes attorneys earlier in their careers who have presented outstanding professional excellence.
  • Best Lawyers® is the oldest and most respected publication company in the legal profession.
  • Through rigorous peer review, Best Lawyers® and Best Law Firms® lists recognize those attorneys and private law practices whose quality of work and ethical standards earn them the respect of their colleagues.

A.D. King Foundation Announces Passing of Naomi King, Civil Rights Activist and King Family Matriarch, at Age 92

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

ATLANTA, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Members of the King family are saddened to announce that after 92 remarkable years, Mrs. Naomi Ruth Barber King, a matriarch of the family and a celebrated civil rights activist, passed away peacefully on March 7th, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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  • Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
    Mrs. King will be remembered as a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and a beacon of light to those in the churches and communities she served.
  • Alfred Daniel (A.D.) Williams King, a Baptist minister, civil rights leader, and the younger brother of Rev.
  • Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Mrs. King and A.D. were frequently by Dr. King's side supporting him and his leadership in the civil rights movement.
  • In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the A.D. King Foundation at www.adkingfoundation.com .

From Civil Rights Triumphs to Economic Visions: Ambassador Andrew Young and U.S. Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo Take Center Stage at International Leadership Summit

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

DALLAS, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The forthcoming 2024 International Leadership Summit, set to take place at Dallas' Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, March 21-23, 2024, has gained a reputation for bringing together visionaries, thought leaders, and change-makers from around the world. As a part of the 13th annual conference, former U.N. Ambassador Andrew Young and U.S. Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo will join an impressive roster of world-class speakers leading the charge for business and spiritual leaders from around the world who will gather.

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  • Ambassador Andrew Young and U.S. Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo will join an impressive roster of world-class speakers leading the charge for business and spiritual leaders from around the world who will gather.
  • His dedication to the principles of nonviolent protest mirrored King's, and his leadership skills were evident in their collective efforts to advance civil rights.
  • Complementing Ambassador Young's historic perspectives, Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo brings a wealth of experience from the economic frontiers.
  • At the International Leadership Summit, Adeyemo's session will delve into visionary approaches to addressing critical economic issues during turbulent times.

ARENA STAGE HONORS U.S. SUPREME COURT JUSTICE KETANJI BROWN JACKSON WITH THE AMERICAN VOICE AWARD

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater presented the American Voice Award to Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson on Thursday, February 22, 2024, as part of the Opening Night celebration for the world premiere of Kia Corthron's Tempestuous Elements.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater presented the American Voice Award to Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson on Thursday, February 22, 2024, as part of the Opening Night celebration for the world premiere of Kia Corthron's Tempestuous Elements.
  • Established in 2005, the American Voice Award honors public officials recognized for their extraordinary support of and advocacy for American arts and arts education.
  • Justice Jackson has repeatedly demonstrated her dedication to fighting for human and civil rights and her deep commitment to equal justice.
  • She is both the first Black woman and the first former federal public defender to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court.

Introducing the ASIANRESOURCEHUB.ORG, a Data-Rich Exploration of Anti-Asian Hatred

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Merisa Heu-Weller, General Manager, Technology for Fundamental Rights, Microsoft -- "By understanding and analyzing data we can provide insights for community members to better understand what is happening in the neighborhoods where they live, work and play. By working together to create The Asian Resource Hub, Microsoft, AJSOCAL and Advancing Justice - AAJC are providing communities with that clarity through a data-dashboard, supportive collateral, and a national directory to help fight against Asian incidents."

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  • There is a crucial need for AAPIs to find vetted, language accessible and culturally competent resources when and where help is needed.
  • The impact of hatred and discrimination is too often devastating and complex."
  • John C. Yang, President, Asian Americans Advancing Justice – AAJC commented, "There's a profound absence of quality data reflecting the hate incidents and experiences endured.
  • Liza Ameen, Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California, 1 213-241-0258, [email protected] , www.ajsocal.org
    Michelle Boykins, Asian Americans Advancing Justice - AAJC, 1 202-604-1760, [email protected] , advancingjustice-aajc.org

NEW SCIENTOLOGY STAR RISES IN TEXAS'S ALL-STAR CAPITAL OF AUSTIN

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Sunday, February 25, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At the crossroads of all things Austin, crowds of Scientologists and guests gathered on a clear Saturday afternoon February 24 and gave an ecstatic Texas welcome to the new Ideal Church of Scientology Austin. The ribbon-cutting, the first in a wave of Grand Openings at the start of 2024, embodied the spirit of unabated growth that has become the hallmark of Scientology today.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At the crossroads of all things Austin, crowds of Scientologists and guests gathered on a clear Saturday afternoon February 24 and gave an ecstatic Texas welcome to the new Ideal Church of Scientology Austin.
  • "For those of you who aren't from Austin, this town is a university town.
  • We work to keep our neighborhood at the front of the pack when it comes to, well, everything," Mr. McHone said.
  • The new Austin Ideal Org provides the city with an introduction to Dianetics and Scientology, beginning with the Public Information Center.

Curd Galindo & Smith LLP Fils Lawsuit Over Death in Sheriff Custody Results in Wrongful Death Claim

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Friday, February 23, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif., Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Alex Galindo an attorney with the law offices of Curd, Galindo & Smith, LLP, announces that he has filed a tort claim with the County of Orange on behalf of the children and parent of Ronald Garcia Lucio, Jr who died while in custody at the Santa Ana County Jail. The lawsuit was file 2-20-24 in United States District Court-Central District of California Case number 8:24 cv- 00359.

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  • Surviving Heirs File $20,000,000 Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against County of Orange Sheriff's Department for the Death of Their Father/Son Who Died in Custody.
  • The lawsuit was file 2-20-24 in United States District Court-Central District of California Case number 8:24 cv- 00359.
  • At this point, a "man down" call was made over the radio and additional deputies and jail medical staff responded to assist.
  • CURD, GALINDO & SMITH, LLP is a full service law firm that includes practice areas of bankruptcy, civil rights, civil business litigation, personal injury, product liability and police
    misconduct.

THE ELIZABETH TAYLOR AIDS FOUNDATION HOSTS "STUCK IN THE 80S NIGHT" ON NATIONAL HIV IS NOT A CRIME DAY IN ATLANTA

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

ATLANTA, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF) announced today its "Stuck in the 80s Night" to be held at Center Stage in Atlanta on National HIV Is Not A Crime Awareness Day – a national observance the organization commemorates on February 28. The event centers awareness about HIV-specific criminalization laws established in the 1980s by educating about the impact of outdated legislation and celebrating the resilience of people living with HIV.

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  • ATLANTA, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF) announced today its "Stuck in the 80s Night" to be held at Center Stage in Atlanta on National HIV Is Not A Crime Awareness Day – a national observance the organization commemorates on February 28.
  • The event centers awareness about HIV-specific criminalization laws established in the 1980s by educating about the impact of outdated legislation and celebrating the resilience of people living with HIV.
  • "Gilead Sciences is grateful to support the work of The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation, the Health Not Prisons Collective, and other key partners in our collective fight against the unjust criminalization of people living with HIV.
  • Joint advocacy efforts continue to modernize and repeal outdated HIV-specific criminalization laws in more than 30 states.