Category: the Bridge
Bridging the gap between race, gender, philosophies… leading to understanding!
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StateHouse Holdings Applauds Cannabis Reform Measures Announced by President Biden
Potential rescheduling under federal law has significant benefits for the legal cannabis industry(1) – SAN DIEGO and TORONTO /PRNewswire/ – StateHouse Holdings Inc. (“StateHouse” or the “Company”) (CSE: STHZ) (OTCQX: STHZF), a California-focused, vertically integrated cannabis enterprise, today applauded President Joe Biden for announcing substantial reforms to cannabis enforcement in the United States. On Thursday, the President announced a proposed blanket pardon for people convicted…
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The Voice of the Martyrs Releases New Short Feature about Nigerian Christian Woman Recovering Bible After Family Martyred
BARTLESVILLE, Okla. /PRNewswire/ — The Voice of the Martyrs is releasing a new short feature film telling an inspiring story of courageous faith in the face of persecution. Rebecca: Nigeria tells the true story of a Nigerian Christian woman who watched helplessly with her daughter as Boko Haram militants killed her husband and son and burned their home.…
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Mohegan Named to Newsweek’s List of the Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces for 2022
Mohegan Ranked as 68 Among 100 U.S. Companies Recognized for Team Member Sentiment and Satisfaction UNCASVILLE, Conn. /PRNewswire/ — Newsweek today announced its annual rankings for the Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® list, and Mohegan was ranked 68. The 2022 Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® are the result of a collaboration with the Best Practice Institute (BPI), a leadership…
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Statement by Minister Hussen on Latin American Heritage Month
In October, Canadians across the country celebrate Latin American Heritage Month OTTAWA, ON /CNW Telbec/ – In October, we celebrate Latin American Heritage Month, a time for us to recognize the valuable contributions that Latin American communities continue to make to Canada. A diverse and ever-growing part of our society, Canadians of Latin American heritage represent…
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Liking another group doesn’t mean you dislike your own
New study provides insight into famous, 80-year-old ‘dolls test’ research Newswise — More than 70 years ago, a pair of psychologists conducted a study in which they asked young Black girls to choose between Black and white dolls. The girls overwhelmingly chose white dolls, ascribing positive attributes to them. The Black girls’ choices and reasoning…
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Government of Canada to make an announcement in support of Black Canadian communities
GATINEAU, QC /CNW/ – Media are invited to join the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, Paul Chiang, Parliamentary Secretary of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion and Member of Parliament for Markham – Unionville, and Arielle Kayabaga, Member of Parliament for London West. Please note that all details are subject to change. All…
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The Home Depot Foundation Commits up to $1 Million to Support Communities Impacted by Hurricane Ian
More than $5.5 Million Committed to Disaster Response in 2022 ATLANTA /PRNewswire/ — The Home Depot Foundation is committing up to $1 million to support immediate disaster relief and long-term recovery efforts in communities impacted by Hurricane Ian. This new disaster response grant takes the Foundation’s 2022 disaster commitment to more than $5.5 million. Alongside nonprofit partners and Team Depot, The…
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Nation’s Obesity Epidemic is Growing: 19 States Have Adult Obesity Rates Above 35 Percent, Up From 16 States Last Year
Four in ten American adults have obesity, and obesity rates continue to climb nationwide and within population groups, according to a report State of Obesity 2022: Better Policies for a Healthier America released today by Trust for America’s Health.
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ACHIEVEMENT & ACTIVISM: THE BLACK WOMEN’S AGENDA, INC. HOSTS ITS 45TH ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM TOWN HALL & AWARDS LUNCHEON
Three years after its last in-person gathering, The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc. (BWA) hosted its 45th Annual Symposium Town Hall & Awards Luncheon today, reconvening in the nation’s capital to celebrate achievement and address the impact of inflation, health disparities, and attempts to limit voting rights.
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Young Americans Cite Respect, Dignity, Tolerance as Core Values, New Poll Reveals
At a time of increasing political polarization and divisions, a new poll by the Sine Institute for Policy & Politics at American University offers a positive outlook for the future of American democracy, public policy, and political discourse.