Blue Shield of California Provides $500,000 to Increase Diversity in Mental Health Workforce
Investment in Health Career Connection supports new career pathways for 36 interns from diverse backgrounds OAKLAND, Calif. — Blue Shield of California announced $500,000 of support to help train and equip the next generation of diverse mental and behavioral health professionals and leaders throughout the Golden State. The funds will support Health Career Connection’s (HCC) summer internship program for college […]
Hispanic Motor Press Awards 2022 Jury Panel Revealed For The 12th Annual Awards During LA Auto Show
Jurors Evaluate the Top 10 Best New Vehicles for Hispanic Buyers The Hispanic Motor Press Foundation (HMPF) announced today their new panel of judges for the 2022 Hispanic Motor Press Awards (HMPA), the premier independent Hispanic vehicle awards presented in the U.S. recognizing the best new vehicles for Hispanic buyers. Winners will be announced during this year’s LA Auto Show, […]
Mattel Once Again Says #ThankYouHeroes by Honouring Canadian Frontline Medical Worker with One-of-a-Kind Barbie Doll
Globally, Barbie® to spotlight six women who are modern real-life heroes of the pandemic, honouring them with their own one-of-a-kind doll made in their likeness TORONTO, Aug. 4, 2021 /CNW/ – Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced that Barbie® will recognize six women who have worked tirelessly in the fight against COVID-19 since the pandemic began. Experts […]
Give Kids The World Village Adds New Serendipity Pirate Ship Attraction to its Array of Accessible Venues
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Give Kids The World Village just became even more magical with the addition of its new Serendipity themed pirate ship stage. Joining snoring trees, an enchanting castle and the world’s largest game of Candy Land, Serendipity is one of many ADA-accessible storybook attractions that help spread happiness and hope at the Village – an […]
Gwyneth Paltrow, Gabrielle Union, Hannah Bronfman, and Other Influential Celebrities Join Kindbody in Largest Femtech Raise of 2021
Fertility and Family-Building Leader Kindbody Secures Strategic Celebrity Investors in $62M Series C Funding to Accelerate Global Reach Kindbody today announced that Gwyneth Paltrow, Gabrielle Union, Hannah Bronfman, Yael Cohen, Sophia Amoruso, Amy Griffin, and other mission-driven celebrities have contributed to the company’s $62 million Series C fundraise announced two weeks ago. The strategic investments from celebrity health advocates and champions of equality will […]
Sasakawa Leprosy (Hansen’s Disease) Initiative: “Don’t Forget Leprosy”
WHO Goodwill Ambassador for Leprosy Elimination 20th Anniversary Advocacy Campaign Sasakawa Leprosy (Hansen’s Disease) Initiative is launching a campaign called “Don’t Forget Leprosy” urging that activities against the disease also known as Hansen’s disease are not sidelined amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Beginning with a webinar on Aug. 4, 2021, the approximately 10-month-long campaign has been […]
Para-athlete, Stef Reid, joins forces with Always to show the world that the benefits of playing sport during puberty go far beyond the track
LONDON — Sport is about so much more than the wins, yet sadly nearly one in three girls drop out of sport during puberty. That’s why Always is teaming up with inspirational Para-athlete, Stef Reid, long jumper, to continue their mission to keep girls playing. [videopack id=”77132″]https://videos.files.wordpress.com/yNrA2crt/alwaysstefaniereid_mp4_hd.mp4[/videopack] Para-athlete, Stef Reid A recent study of 1,000 […]
Inaugural Black Travel Expo Set to Take Place in Atlanta, Georgia
Inaugural travel event launches and set to become a huge success ATLANTA — It will now be easier for people of color to learn more about the travel business, plan their next big vacation, find out who’s who in the travel business, and meet travel leaders and influencers. The inaugural Black Travel Expo will be held […]
Association of Black Cardiologists Supports COVID-19 Vaccination Mandates for Health Care Workforce
WASHINGTON — For nearly 50 years, the Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) has been dedicated to its mission of eliminating cardiovascular disease health disparities in historically marginalized communities and pursuing health equity for all. Over the past 18 months, COVID-19 has followed the unyielding, traditional slope of disproportionately imposing adverse health outcomes upon the most […]
Prominent Leaders Discuss Systemic Racial Challenges Facing Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders
The Anti-Racism Initiative of the G20 Interfaith Forum is gathering experts from government and civil to discuss racial challenges faced by NHPI communities. WASHINGTON, D.C., USA — The Anti-Racism Initiative of the G20 Interfaith Forum, the world’s leading organization focused on the intersection of faith and policy, is gathering experts from government and civil society to discuss systemic racial […]