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Government Restrictions to Minimize COVID-19 Spread Cause Human Rights Violations

2021-03-09 | While many of the restrictions imposed by governments have ultimately led to decreases in COVID-19 transmission and case numbers, some of the precautions put in place have had a negative effect on minority groups.


Prison Policy Initiative Appoints Five New Board Members in Pursuit of Strategic Growth

2021-03-04 | Prison Policy Initiative Committed to Justice Reform


Call For Black Queer Voices to Share Stories of 'Love and Hope'

2021-03-02 | A NEW campaign to find and share the stories of Black LGBTQ+ people has been launched today.


Love is Love from the 19th Century: Lessons For Today From International Bestselling Author Naomi Wolf

2021-03-02 | From New York Times bestselling author Naomi Wolf, Outrages explores the history of state-sponsored censorship and violations of personal freedoms through the inspiring, forgotten story of one writer's refusal to stay silenced.


Rich Chambers' Socially Conscious Rocker Gaining Traction

2021-02-24 | "I'm So Tired" Building Momentum on the Airwaves and the Web


Women's Symposium of Southern California Announces Winners of the 2021 Purple Diamond Award

2021-02-24 | The Women's Symposium of Southern California (WSSC) announced today the three winners for its 2021 Purple Diamond Award. This award recognizes women for significant achievement.


Social Entrepreneur of the Year – Canada 2020!

2021-02-18 | Canadian charity wins international award for its groundbreaking work pioneering the concept of Social Enterprise in Canada.


Abortion in Portland Maine Now Facing New Restrictions and Big Changes

2021-02-12 | Portland, Maine has the largest number of abortion providers and these abortion providers will now have to keep up with many big changes in abortion laws and regulations under the new president.


Attendees from 70 Countries Discussed the Role of Peace Education at the Inter-continental Online Conference

2021-02-04 | Over 2,400 pre-registered attendees from 70 countries, including the Philippines, the U.S.A, Germany, South Africa, China, and South Korea, joined an online inter-continental peace conference


Ambitious Political Organization Launched in Indiana Looks to Advance Progressive Candidates

2021-02-02 | INProgress will recruit candidates in state legislative races across Indiana with an eye towards toppling the Republican supermajority in the Indiana General Assembly.


Antibodies From Blood Plasma Prove to be Effective Treatment for Those Infected with COVID-19

2021-02-01 | With medical professionals desperate for effective treatment for COVID-19 patients, convalescent plasma gives some hope for reduced mortality rates. One organization has stepped up and provided 4,000 units of plasma for the relief effort.


New Book "Good Cop, Black Cop"

2021-01-26 | Clayton Moore's memoir shares a highly engaging and personal account of his experiences as the first black police officer in small-town USA


Re-Start America™ Invites Millions To Help Unite Americans And Get Back To Normal

2021-01-18 | Re-Start America™ is the brainchild of founders, Madeline Long, President & CEO of Healthy Innovations Inc., and Wil Cashen, Founder, and CEO of the Tesla Foundation.


Shincheonji Chairman Man Hee Lee Found Innocent on COVID-19 Violations

2021-01-14 | After being arrested in July, the Chairman of Shincheonji Church in Korea has been found not guilty of violating the Infectious Disease Prevention Act after a church COVID-19 outbreak.


Exposed, Broken Trust, the Dramatic Book About Experiments on Twins Released and Unmask, Hidden Truth

2021-01-12 | "Vulnerability is a weakness; but it can be a strength to those who see you vulnerable to their benefit." By Fodeliah Castro Del Ruz


How To Address Subconscious Racism: Answers From Doctors Jill Wener and Maiysha Clairborne

2021-01-05 | Conscious Anti-Racism: Tools for Self-Discovery, Accountability and Meaningful Change


Christ Today with Father Ray Continues to Spread Wisdom and Faith in a Changing World, Readying Landmark Third Episode and Charitable Support

2020-12-27 | Celebrated podumentary, Christ Today with Father Ray returns with a special episode and charitable tie-in after Christmas. Father Ray hopes people will consider generosity while counting their own blessings.


Some Churches are Following COVID-19 Restrictions While Others Refuse and Sue

2020-12-23 | Enforcing COVID-19 transmission prevention measures has been accepted in most places of worship but not all. Some pastors are suing and claiming to be victims of religious discrimination.


Doug Bennett Celebrated for Dedication to the Eradication of Human Trafficking

2020-12-21 | Dr. Bennett founded Magdalene Hope Inc. in 2009 in order to help women forced into the sex industry


USS Theodore Roosevelt Families to Receive a Hand Up This Holiday From Veteran-Owned Nonprofit H3 Heroes Helping Heroes 4Life

2020-12-20 | Families of the battle group USS "TR" Theodore Roosevelt and others will receive turkeys and toys while spouses are sent out on deployment for the second time this year.