Social justice

New guide for business helps companies to effectively address critical social justice issues

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the increasing demand for companies to engage on a broad range of social and economic issues, BSR's Center for Business & Social Justice (CBSJ) introduces "The Social Justice Guide for Business: Moving Beyond Crisis to Action." The freely available, downloadable guide is designed to empower business leaders and practitioners in making strategic and enduring decisions related to their companies' engagement with social issues while also advancing social justice through thoughtful and purposeful corporate actions.

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  • The Social Justice Guide for Business offers strategic, meaningful approaches for companies addressing inequality amidst political polarization
    WASHINGTON, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the increasing demand for companies to engage on a broad range of social and economic issues, BSR's Center for Business & Social Justice (CBSJ) introduces "The Social Justice Guide for Business: Moving Beyond Crisis to Action."
  • Companies are often expected to take stances on social justice, including issues such as climate justice, democracy, economic inclusion, racial justice, access to healthcare, gender equity, LGBTIQ+ inclusion, caregiving and unionization.
  • CBSJ's three-part guide includes how companies currently engage on social issues, what a corporate social justice approach entails, and what companies can do to advance social justice.
  • "People tend to overlook the support systems essential for corporate leaders who aim to make a meaningful impact on social justice issues in their companies," says Jarrid Green, Co-Director, Center for Business and Social Justice.

Bill Gates Receives the Prestigious KISS Humanitarian Award 2023

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BHUBANESWAR, India, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global philanthropist, Mr. Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation was honored with the KISS Humanitarian Award 2023 in a significant recognition of his philanthropic work.

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  • BHUBANESWAR, India, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global philanthropist, Mr. Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation was honored with the KISS Humanitarian Award 2023 in a significant recognition of his philanthropic work.
  • The award ceremony featured virtual participation from the staff and students of KIIT and KISS, along with alumni.
  • Prof. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT, KISS & KIMS said, "Awarding Bill Gates with the KISS Humanitarian Award not only honors his exceptional contributions but also elevates the prestige of this recognition.
  • Initiated in 2008 by Prof. Achyuta Samanta, the KISS Humanitarian Award is the highest honour of KIIT and KISS dedicated to recognizing individuals and organizations that embody the spirit of humanitarian work worldwide.

Bill Gates Receives the Prestigious KISS Humanitarian Award 2023

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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BHUBANESWAR, India, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global philanthropist, Mr. Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation was honored with the KISS Humanitarian Award 2023 in a significant recognition of his philanthropic work.

Key Points: 
  • BHUBANESWAR, India, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global philanthropist, Mr. Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation was honored with the KISS Humanitarian Award 2023 in a significant recognition of his philanthropic work.
  • The award ceremony featured virtual participation from the staff and students of KIIT and KISS, along with alumni.
  • Prof. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT, KISS & KIMS said, "Awarding Bill Gates with the KISS Humanitarian Award not only honors his exceptional contributions but also elevates the prestige of this recognition.
  • Initiated in 2008 by Prof. Achyuta Samanta, the KISS Humanitarian Award is the highest honour of KIIT and KISS dedicated to recognizing individuals and organizations that embody the spirit of humanitarian work worldwide.

Black Principals Network Announces Second Cohort of The Leadership Collaborative

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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CHICAGO, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Principals Network (BPN), powered by Surge Institute, is thrilled to announce the second cohort of The Leadership Collaborative (TLC), a groundbreaking program designed to empower and uplift Black school leaders across the United States. The 2024 TLC cohort announcement comes on the two-year anniversary of the relaunch of BPN under the auspices of Surge Institute.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Principals Network (BPN) , powered by Surge Institute , is thrilled to announce the second cohort of The Leadership Collaborative (TLC) , a groundbreaking program designed to empower and uplift Black school leaders across the United States.
  • Originally launched in 2021 by Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, Black Principals Network was designed to curate space for Black principals from across the country in pursuit of community, professional growth and collective liberation.
  • "Today marks a significant milestone as we proudly announce the participants of our second cohort of The Leadership Collaborative on the second anniversary of the relaunch of Black Principals Network under Surge Institute's programming," said Black Principals Network Executive Director TaraShaun Cain.
  • Surge Institute and Black Principals Network look forward to witnessing the growth and achievements of this new cohort as they embark on this exciting and meaningful journey together.

Women of Global Change Seeks Inspirational Leaders to Serve as New Chapter Presidents

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LAGUNA HILLS, Calif., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women of Global Change (WGC), an esteemed international network dedicated to fostering positive change through service, leadership, and action, is thrilled to announce a call for new Chapter Presidents globally. Recognized for its impactful contributions and honored with five Presidential Service Awards, WGC invites driven and compassionate leaders to spearhead its expansion and further its mission.

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  • The Women of Global Change (WGC) is actively seeking dynamic leaders to serve as Chapter Presidents worldwide.
  • Serving as a WGC Chapter President presents an opportunity to lead meaningful projects, network with global changemakers, and collaborate with organizations to enhance community well-being.
  • WGC encourages motivated individuals who aspire to drive positive change and connect with an empowering network to apply for this transformative role.
  • LAGUNA HILLS, Calif., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women of Global Change (WGC), an esteemed international network dedicated to fostering positive change through service, leadership, and action, is thrilled to announce a call for new Chapter Presidents globally.

CIEE and AAIDN Announce the 2024 Douglass-O'Connell Global Interns

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) and the African American Irish Diaspora Network (AAIDN) are pleased to announce the 2024 Douglass-O'Connell Global Interns, 15 high-achieving students who will participate in an eight-week international internship program combining academic study and real-world work experience in Dublin, Ireland.

Key Points: 
  • CIEE launches "Radical Access" Initiative with $5,000 grants for semifinalists.
  • SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) and the African American Irish Diaspora Network (AAIDN) are pleased to announce the 2024 Douglass-O'Connell Global Interns, 15 high-achieving students who will participate in an eight-week international internship program combining academic study and real-world work experience in Dublin, Ireland.
  • High-achieving students from diverse backgrounds chosen for an 8-week international internship in Dublin, Ireland.
  • The 2024 Douglass-O'Connell Global Interns are:
    In addition to supporting the 15 Douglass-O'Connell Global Internships, CIEE will award the 35 semifinalists a $5,000 President's Merit Grant to participate in a CIEE Global Internships in one of nine international cities during summer 2024.

Southern Black Girls And Women's Consortium Announces 2024 Black Girls Dream Conference, June 7-8 In Atlanta, Georgia

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ATLANTA, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium (Southern Black Girls) has announced that the 2024 Black Girls Dream Conference is headed to Atlanta, GA! The two-day event will take place Friday, June 7 - Saturday, June 8, 2024 at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis (265 Peachtree Center Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30303). The Conference will be a safe space full of love, fun and sisterhood as well as an experience that inspires, empowers, and cultivates the dreams of southern Black girls, gender-expansive youth and Black women of all ages.

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  • Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium's opens registration for an immersive experience and celebration of Afrofuturism and Black Girl Joy!
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium (Southern Black Girls) has announced that the 2024 Black Girls Dream Conference is headed to Atlanta, GA!
  • The theme ties directly to Southern Black Girls' vision to provide an immersive space where Black girls and women can explore different pieces of who they are, what they love and what brings them joy.
  • "Nothing excites me more than bringing the Black Girls Dream Conference to Atlanta," shares an excited Malikah Berry Rogers, executive director of the Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium.

American Council of Learned Societies Opens First Luce/ACLS Collaborative Grant in China Studies Competition

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With the generous support of the Henry Luce Foundation, the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is pleased to offer a new Luce/ACLS Collaborative Grant in China Studies for groups of scholars and experts working to advance change in the field of China Studies. Part of the redesigned Luce/ACLS Program in China Studies, the new grant competition aims to develop effective strategies for long-term change in China studies through collaborative working groups that will research and pilot solutions to challenges and opportunities in the field. The program is based on three years of consultations with more than 100 scholars, administrators, journalists, librarians, curators, artists, and readers of research and writing on China.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With the generous support of the Henry Luce Foundation, the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is pleased to offer a new Luce/ACLS Collaborative Grant in China Studies for groups of scholars and experts working to advance change in the field of China Studies.
  • Part of the redesigned Luce/ACLS Program in China Studies , the new grant competition aims to develop effective strategies for long-term change in China studies through collaborative working groups that will research and pilot solutions to challenges and opportunities in the field.
  • aimed at diversifying undergraduate curricula, supporting early career and teaching faculty, and enhancing undergraduate programs in China studies.
  • Formed a century ago, the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is a nonprofit federation of 80 scholarly organizations.

Unifor and Jamieson Laboratories reach tentative agreement

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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WINDSOR, ON, Feb. 23, 2024 /CNW/ - After several weeks of very challenging negotiations, Unifor and Jamieson Laboratories in Windsor, Ont.

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  • WINDSOR, ON, Feb. 23, 2024 /CNW/ - After several weeks of very challenging negotiations, Unifor and Jamieson Laboratories in Windsor, Ont.
  • have reached a tentative agreement.
  • 317 members of Unifor Local 195 employed by Jamieson have been on strike since February 1.
  • The tentative agreement is unanimously endorsed by the national union and the local 195 bargaining committee.

Melissa Weathersby Takes Spotlight as Donor of Financial Wellness Resources Across Texas

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Melissa Weathersby, founder and CEO of professional and personal development coaching firm 5-Star Empowerment, is donating financial education resources to Texas organizations, the Texas Financial Educators Council (TFEC) announced today.

Key Points: 
  • SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Melissa Weathersby, founder and CEO of professional and personal development coaching firm 5-Star Empowerment, is donating financial education resources to Texas organizations, the Texas Financial Educators Council (TFEC) announced today.
  • In strong alignment with the mission of the National Financial Educators Council (NFEC) – the Texas Council's parent organization – the TFEC helps Texas residents handle the economic issues unique to the Lone Star State.
  • Thanks to Weathersby's donations, community-based groups around Texas can offer financial education appropriate for all ages and demographics to make a positive difference in people's lives.
  • The Texas Financial Educators Council is an affiliate of the National Financial Educators Council, a Certified B Corporation® and Accredited Provider of financial education through IACET.