Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences proudly presents "Navigating the Successes and Challenges of Launching the Virginia Nu Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu, Nu Life on the Academic Teeter-Totter" in the upcoming Speaker Series scheduled for August 9, 2024 at 3 p.m. ET.

Winfield, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/05/2024 -- Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences proudly presents "Navigating the Successes and Challenges of Launching the Virginia Nu Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu, Nu Life on the Academic Teeter-Totter" in the upcoming Speaker Series scheduled for August 9, 2024 at 3 p.m. ET.

Dr. Deirdre Condit and Mr. Steven Burkarth are the chapter sponsors of the Pi Gamma Mu Virginia Nu Chapter at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), which is one of the most successful chapters in Pi Gamma Mu's recent history. Virginia Nu was awarded the 2022-2023 Pi Gamma Mu Award for the Top 10 Chapters for Membership. This speaker series showcases the work of Dr. Condit and Mr. Burkarth in how they launched a successful Pi Gamma Mu chapter to quickly rise to one of the top chapters in membership.

Condit and Berkarth explain, "Hoping to be helpful to others and to learn how to improve ourselves, we plan to first discuss the genesis of bringing Pi Gamma Mu to VCU, our methods of launching the chapter that garnered our initial success in recruiting new members, the subsequent challenges to continuing to bring this great chapter at a large, sprawling R-1 institution that we have encountered since our launch, and conclude with both some lessons learned and questions for the audience to help us move forward this fall."

This lecture is open to all Pi Gamma Mu members and is free of charge. This speaker series will be an important event for chapter sponsors and students eager in creating a successful membership campaign and launching a new chapter. We will also discuss the upcoming 100th Anniversary Celebration Triennial Convention taking place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania later this year, October 31-November 3, 2024.

A Zoom link will be available on our website on the day of the event.

We hope you will be able to join us!

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Dr. Richard Greggory Johnson III, Professor at the University of San Francisco, will be presenting on the topic of social equity in Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society's online Speaker Series. The event will be presented live on Zoom on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. (ET) and is open to the public at no charge.

Winfield, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/26/2024 -- Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences proudly presents this year's third lecture in its Speaker Series. Dr. Richard Gregory Johnson III's presentation entitled "Why Social Equity in the 21st Century" will take us on a journey of understanding how and why this important philosophical concept needs to be incorporated into all aspects of a free society. The event will be presented live on Zoom on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. (ET). This event is open to members of Pi Gamma Mu and the public at no charge.

Fundamental to numerous societal constructs, social equity is extremely important to incorporate into all aspects of society including policies, programs, and resources made available to individuals. When implemented correctly, social equity removes the numerous social constructive barriers that exist working to create more opportunities for diversity, equity, and inclusion of all individuals.

Dr. Richard Greggory Johnson III is a Tenured Full Professor and past Department Chair in the Department of Public & Nonprofit Administration, in the School of Management.  He is the author/editor of over twelve books and close to fifty journal articles.  He is one of the three Founders of JSEPA (Journal of Social Equity in Public Administration) established in 2021.  Dr. Johnson holds membership in the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and several honor societies including Phi Beta Kappa and Pi Gamma Mu.  He was inducted into Pi Gamma Mu at Johnson C. Smith University (NC) in 1987.   He founded the Pi Gamma Mu Chapter at the University of San Fransisco in 2011 and serves as Chapter Advisor and Pi Gamma Mu Vice-Chancellor.

We hope you will join us for this important lecture in the Pi Gamma Mu Speaker Series!

Details and links to the online Zoom sessions will be available before the event at https://pigammamu.org/speaker-series.html

About Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences
Founded in 1924, Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is the oldest and preeminent interdisciplinary social science honor society, with campus chapters in the US and around the world. The mission of Pi Gamma Mu is to encourage and promote excellence in the social sciences and to support and nurture scholarship, leadership, and service. Its headquarters today are in Winfield, Kansas, USA. The society has been certified by the Association of College Honor Societies since 1953 and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Please visit our website to learn more about starting a chapter.

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Dr. Johanna Bishop of Wilmington University (Del.) will be the guest speaker for Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society's online Speaker Series on Friday, January 26, 2024. Bishop will speak on the topic of Human Trafficking.

Winfield, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/05/2024 -- Dr. Johanna Bishop, Associate Professor at Wilmington University (Del.), will be presenting on the topic of human trafficking in Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society's online Speaker Series. The event will be presented live on Zoom on Friday, January 26, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. (ET). All members of Pi Gamma Mu are encouraged to attend. The Zoom link will be provided to members at a later time.

Bishop is the Director of Behavioral Science Programs at Wilmington University. She manages the undergraduate Behavioral Science program, the graduate Human Services program, and several undergraduate and graduate certificate programs in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Bishop is the founding faculty sponsor of the Delaware Beta Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu at Wilmington University and is the Governor of the state of Delaware for Pi Gamma Mu. Under her leadership, the Delaware Beta Chapter is a recognized leader among chapters, having been named to the Pi Gamma Mu Chapter Honor Roll several times. The chapter is known for its members' contributions to community service. Since 2010 (with the pandemic exception of 2021), Bishop has been an active participant in the annual Polar Bear Plunge in Rehoboth Beach and has rallied the support of Wilmington University's Pi Gamma Mu members to join in raising funds to benefit Special Olympics and join in the plunge fun.

In 2016, Bishop founded the annual Human Trafficking Symposium and now organizes monthly human trafficking webinars which are free to the public and professionals. Previous topics have included "The Risks in Foster Care" presented by Tanya Johnson and "Profiling the Offenders of Child Sexual Exploitation" by Ray Carr. Information about future sessions is available at wilmu.edu/HumanTrafficking.

Bishop earned her doctorate in Human Resource Development/ Human and Organizational Learning at The George Washington University. She also holds a Master of Science in Education, and a Master of Science in Human Resource Management, from Wilmington College. Her undergraduate degree is from Central Michigan University. She served on the Governor's International Trade Council- International Academic Affairs Committee under the Carper administration where she advocated for foreign language education in Delaware public schools. She is a lifetime member of the International Sociological Association and the Association of Applied and Clinical Sociology. She has presented numerous sessions about human trafficking at national conferences and has served on the Board of the Association for Applied & Clinical Sociology. She currently serves on the editorial review board of the Journal of Applied Social Science.

Teaching, learning, and students are the energizing forces in Bishop's existence, and she aims to help students achieve educational success.

All Pi Gamma Mu lifetime members are encouraged to attend this important presentation aimed at raising awareness and advocating for the end of human trafficking. Visit Pi Gamma Mu's website for details.

About Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences
Founded in 1924, Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is the oldest and preeminent interdisciplinary social science honor society, with campus chapters in the US and around the world. The mission of Pi Gamma Mu is to encourage and promote excellence in the social sciences and to support and nurture scholarship, leadership, and service. Its headquarters today are in Winfield, Kansas, USA. The society has been certified by the Association of College Honor Societies since 1953 and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Please visit our website to learn more about starting a chapter.

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Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is continuing its popular online Speaker Series for a second year. The 2023-2024 speakers will be James Wojtowicz of Rider University, Johanna Bishop of Wilmington University, Richard Greggory Johnson III of The University of San Francisco, and Steven Burkarth & Deirdre Condit of Virginia Commonwealth University.

WINFIELD, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/23/2023 -- Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is continuing its popular online Speaker Series for a second year and is pleased to announce the upcoming speakers for 2023-2024. The series spotlights the research interests and expertise of Pi Gamma Mu's faculty chapter sponsors and is free of charge. The 2023-2024 speakers will be James Wojtowicz of Rider University, Johanna Bishop of Wilmington University, Richard Greggory Johnson III of The University of San Francisco, and Steven Burkarth & Deirdre Condit of Virginia Commonwealth University.

The series was launched on September 30, 2022. During the 2022-2023 academic year, four speakers presented on a variety of topics relevant to the social sciences. Due to the popularity of the series, the Pi Gamma Mu Board of Trustees decided to continue the program for another year. The four sessions will be held online and ZOOM links will be made available at a later date.

On Friday, October 27, 2023, James Wojtowicz of Rider University in New Jersey will speak about "Open Public and Freedom of Information Statutes – A Tool in the Social Science Toolbox". Prof. Wojtowicz is the faculty chapter sponsor of the New Jersey Delta Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu at Rider University and is an Assistant Professor and Lecturer in the Department of Sociology and Criminology at Rider University. He earned undergraduate and graduate degrees at Rutgers University, New Jersey.

The second session this year will feature Johanna Bishop, faculty chapter sponsor of the Delaware Beta Chapter at Wilmington University, and the Pi Gamma Mu Governor for Delaware. Dr. Bishop will present on the topic of Human Trafficking On January 26, 2024. Dr. Bishop is the Director of Behavioral Science Programs at Wilmington University. She manages the undergraduate Behavioral Science Program, the graduate Human Services program, and several undergraduate and graduate certificate programs. In 2016 Dr. Bishop founded the annual Human Trafficking Symposium and now organizes monthly human trafficking webinars open and free to the public. She attended George Washington University, Wilmington College, and Central Michigan University.

On Wednesday, May 3, 2024, Richard Greggory Johnson III, of the University of San Francisco, will speak about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Dr. Johnson is the chapter faculty sponsor of the California Tau Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu at the University of San Francisco and is the Governor of California for Pi Gamma Mu. He is a tenured Full Professor for the University of San Francisco's School of Management. He is also the Director of the Business Minor in the School of Management. Dr. Johnson holds degrees from Georgetown University, Golden Gate University, and DePaul University.

The final session in this year's series will feature two speakers: Steven Burkarth and Deirdre Condit of Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). Burkarth is the president of the VCU Alumni Political Science Caucus and is a volunteer assisting with the Virginia Nu Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu. Dr. Condit is an Associate Professor of political science in the College of Humanities and Sciences at VCU and is the sponsor of the Pi Gamma Mu Chapter.
She earned her bachelor's degree from Idaho State University, attended Portland State University, and completed her MA and PhD in Political Science at Rutgers University in New Jersey. Prof. Burkarth and Dr. Condit had such a successful launch of the new chapter at VCU that they were invited to speak about the secrets of their success in their presentation on Launching a Successful Pi Gamma Mu Membership Drive.

Details and links to the online Zoom sessions will be available at https://pigammamu.org/speaker-series.html

About Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences
Founded in 1924, Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is the oldest and preeminent interdisciplinary social science honor society, with campus chapters in the US and around the world. The mission of Pi Gamma Mu is to encourage and promote excellence in the social sciences and to support and nurture scholarship, leadership, and service. Its headquarters today are in Winfield, Kansas, USA. The society has been certified by the Association of College Honor Societies since 1953 and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Please visit our website to learn more about starting a chapter.

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Dr. Laura Rodriguez-Kitkowski of South University will be the third speaker in Pi Gamma Mu Honor Society's new online Speaker Series. Rodriguez-Kitkowski will speak about Stress and Strategies for Coping with Stress.

Winfield, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/25/2023 -- Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences proudly presents "Renewed Coping: Navigating Crisis and Stress" - our third lecture in the new Pi Gamma Mu Speaker Series! The lecture will be held online at 3 p.m. ET on Friday, May 12, 2023.

Dr. Laura Rodriguez-Kitkowski is Chair of the Psychology Department at South University (Georgia) and is Chapter Sponsor of the Georgia Sigma Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu at South University. Dr. Rodriguez-Kitkowski's presentation will focus on coping strategies and how to appropriately navigate stress.

This mini-seminar will cover the fundamental elements of stress including definitions and symptoms. Time will be spent discussing the mental health crisis among adolescents and adults. Practical coping strategies will be illuminated. Emphasis on 'navigating' rather than solving will be highlighted, and fundamental aspects of using 'artful judgment' will also be discussed.

Regarding the topic, Rodriguez-Kitkowski said, "Almost everyone has suffered from stress in their lives at one point or another. Equally, almost everyone can share the list of coping strategies they use to navigate that stress. Today, more than ever, we need to understand how stress impacts us and equally understand renewed coping strategies. What once worked may need to change."

All Pi Gamma Mu lifetime members are encouraged to attend this interesting presentation! Visit our website for details and the link to attend this online event.

About Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences
Founded in 1924, Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is the oldest and preeminent interdisciplinary social science honor society, with campus chapters in the US and around the world. The mission of Pi Gamma Mu is to encourage and promote excellence in the social sciences and to support and nurture scholarship, leadership, and service. Its headquarters today are in Winfield, Kansas, USA. The society has been certified by the Association of College Honor Societies since 1953 and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Please visit our website to learn more about starting a chapter.

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Colorado FriendShip released its 2022 Annual Report today presenting the successful accomplishments of the year in our community programs helping those in need.

Longmont, CO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/19/2023 -- Colorado FriendShip released its 2022 Annual Report today presenting the successful accomplishments of the year in our community programs helping those in need. Liz Friedenson, Executive Director, shared that "COF responded to the historic, major natural disaster of the Marshal Fire on Dec 30, 2021. More than 1080 homes were lost and estimated total damage surpassed $2 billion."

Mrs. Friedenson continued that, "We determined the best way to help would be to raise funds and provide gift cards for basic needs of families who lost their homes. Our COF friends and donors were very generous and we were able to distribute $19,700 in large gift cards to over 50 families!"

With our IncrEdibles program we supplied bags of healthy, kid-friendly food to 600 food insecure children at 11 local schools every week during the school year. Our weekend food program provided relief for these children and their families, ensuring that they had some nourishment and could focus their limited budgets on other needs. The end goal is to avoid the experience of children returning to school each Monday morning hungry.

Our Meals on the Street program continued to serve the homeless in Boulder for the 24th year. Every Sunday, we served a hot home cooked meal, clothing and supplies to those who attended. Colorado FriendShip served 2,417 meals and distributed over 4,700 items of clothing throughout the year.

See more details with a full copy of the Annual Report that can be requested at: http://www.coloradofriendship.org/contact.html

Our Mission at Colorado FriendShip is to reduce suffering and improve lives throughout our community by providing food and clothing to those in need. We answer this critical need in the community and beyond through three programs. The IncrEdibles Program provides weekly food bags to children at elementary schools in Boulder County, involving healthy, kid-friendly, nonperishable food sent home every Friday during the school year, providing six meals for the weekend. Since 1998, Hot Meals on the Street has served hot meals and distributed clothing to the homeless and destitute in Boulder County, serving thousands of meals each year to those in need. Our Emergency Disaster Relief program has been responding to support disaster victims since 2003.

To find out more about Colorado FriendShip and how you can also support these efforts, please visit us at www.coloradofriendship.org for more information.

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Kieran Upadrasta is a renowned figure for safeguarding the freedom of expression. His lifelong work commitment and dedication to diplomacy, and arbitrations has been recognized globally.

Fukuoka, Japan -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/12/2023 -- Benevolent, Selfless, Compassionate Kieran Upadrasta contributed immensely towards peace, justice

Updated: Mar 7

Considered by many to be a saint, Kieran Upadrasta was a steadfast voice of faith, Truth and Love.

The most gracious, The merciful, His Highness (HH) Kieran Upadrasta is a living and breathing example of an extremely generous and benevolent human and he has Inspired Millions with His Selfless Charitable Service. This kind soul is truly humble.

The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta was an executive board director at Global Heart Foundation Trust, Singapore from 2008 until 2015 and he was also a vice-chair for Disasters Emergency Response Bureau (DERB). In his previous roles, Kieran Upadrasta was a veteran Pilot, a Captain and he had a total of 10,112 hours of flying experience before he was shifting his career from aerospace to cyber security. He was recognized as having accomplished his good track record, seniority and well-respected Captain/ Pilot who had no blemishes on his record. He is a very diligent, honest and sincere officer.

Under his leadership at Global Heart Foundation Trust, we have advanced in Cardiac research into heart conditions: ranging from heart failure to irregular heart rhythm to congenital heart defects, circulatory conditions: ranging from stroke to vascular dementia. We have developed gene therapy technology that could silence or correct the faulty genes that cause these deadly conditions. We have invented new approach regenerating damaged hearts and preventing heart failure. We have invented 3D printed hearts and internal defibrillators to regenerative medicine; we have helped improve and save the lives of many people with heart and circulatory diseases.

The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta is a Peace Philosopher, and he devoted his life to the cause of peace. He has walked with giants during his life journey. He has promoted the forebearer of peace, serenity, and harmony among all the people of the world. His greatest work was as an activist in the international peace movement. He was a strong champion of internationalism and purpose was to create "an intellectual parliament" for humanity."

Kieran Upadrasta is regarded as one of the most successful and influential peace activists at the many international peace meetings, press conferences where he sought to extend and improve the Geneva Convention, Knowledge of the legal framework in other countries would promote peace. He is a BAJ accredited Journalist as well. His approach was to popularize the thoughts and opinions of experts in international law, and his goal was a new and peaceful organization of society.

The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta is a renowned figure for safeguarding the freedom of expression, He is the founder of a cancer research trust which mainly focuses on researching cancer prevention and treatments. He intended to give cancer patients a hope and second chance treatment at life. He was the founding member of cancer research institute and first executive president until year 2008. His group of charities have decided to devote their lives to the welfare of humanity. Peace Envoy Kieran Upadrasta's selfless charitable social service, and his philanthropy is second to none.

The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta's lifelong work commitment and dedication to diplomacy, and arbitrations and his devoted effort in favor of the ideas of peace and arbitration has, striving in public law to develop peaceful ties between nations and to make the laws of disputes more humane, been recognized globally.

For his deeds and lifelong unparalleled commitment and contribution to the cause of peace, Justice and organized internationalism working with of the League of Nations, he has been recognized globally for his prominent position in the movement for peace and arbitration. Kieran Upadrasta was awarded Pacific Peace prize numerous times for acting as a link between the peace societies of the various countries and helping them to organize the world rallies of the international peace movement and having pursued the aim that conflicts between states must be resolved by arbitration. Peace Envoy Kieran Upadrasta said "Everything is possible. The impossible one just takes little longer"

The charisma and charm of Kieran Upadrasta have inspired millions to follow in his footsteps and strive toward a better society. You can know more about him at https://kieranupadrasta.com/

Look back over the past, with its changing empires that rose and fell, and Men rise and fall like the winter wheat, but these names will never die.

Kieran Upadrasta has emerged as an angel in disguise for millions of people across the globe.
SWEDEN, February 26, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- By providing a ray of hope, The most gracious, The merciful, His Highness Kieran Upadrasta founded a cancer research trust that offers research services for cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. The trust supports scientists, doctors, and nurses and provides relevant information and services. The trust helps families who get through frightening times to save their lives. It enables individuals to live up to their dreams. In addition, the trust also focuses on providing emotional support to cancer patients and their families. The trust and all the working staff help cancer patients deal with the disease. The trust also built a cancer research institute as well.

The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta had been working as a cyber security architect and specialist who has selflessly pursued the welfare of society. Outside of the world of tech, Kieran Upadrasta emerges as a social activist and a peace envoy, continuing his social activities immensely towards Education, peace and equality, and poverty. His Highness has been a beacon of light for people that are battling poverty and the world's marginalized people through his group of charity services.

"The wish for healing has always been half of health." Lucius Annaeus Seneca

By providing lifelong services to the poorest of the poor, Kieran Upadrasta became "an icon of Compassion and Generosity" to people of all religions and none. His TRusts and network of charities help services and brings resources to the people who fight poverty. His trust charity services bring hope and dreams and touch so many lives. His inspirational charity group has dedicated its life entirely to the welfare of the destitute.

"A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal." – Steve Maraboli.

Apart from being a social activist, Kieran Upadrasta is an emerging peace philosopher who devoted his life to the reason for peace and harmony and promoted forebearers of peace, serenity, and harmony among every individual of the world. As an activist, he gives services to the international peace movement. His Trusts and charities are making tireless efforts to achieve peace and international collaboration through the charities that he has set up.

His Highness Kieran Upadrasta dedicated his charities, trust spreading awareness and providing free Education, food, and clothing to poor children. The trust focuses on women's empowerment and arranges charity services to offer them free education and employment opportunities to empower them.

"Kindness begins with the understanding that we all struggle." – Charles Glassman.

Including more, his life is that anybody doesn't need to be rich with money to be generous, only with adoration and a sense of care, humankind, peace, and equity.

About His Highness Kieran Upadrasta:

The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta is a massive name in the tech industry and a well-known social activist and peace envoy. He had been working as a cyber security architect and information security consultant, and risk manager with more than 26 years of experience in a broad scope of enterprises. His highness Kieran Upadrasta had a huge cyber security, aviation experience of 26 years' working in a broad range of industries including working at banks and financial organizations, International security organizations, aerospace and defence industries in his past.

Kieran Upadrasta has emerged as an angel in disguise for millions of people across the globe.

SWEDEN, February 26, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- By providing a ray of hope, The most gracious, The merciful, His Highness Kieran Upadrasta founded a cancer research trust that offers research services for cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. The trust supports scientists, doctors, and nurses and provides relevant information and services. The trust helps families who get through frightening times to save their lives. It enables individuals to live up to their dreams. In addition, the trust also focuses on providing emotional support to cancer patients and their families. The trust and all the working staff help cancer patients deal with the disease. The trust also built a cancer research institute as well.

The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta had been working as a cyber security architect and specialist who has selflessly pursued the welfare of society. Outside of the world of tech, Kieran Upadrasta emerges as a social activist and a peace envoy, continuing his social activities immensely towards Education, peace and equality, and poverty. His Highness has been a beacon of light for people that are battling poverty and the world's marginalized people through his group of charity services.

"The wish for healing has always been half of health." Lucius Annaeus Seneca

By providing lifelong services to the poorest of the poor, Kieran Upadrasta became "an icon of Compassion and Generosity" to people of all religions and none. His TRusts and network of charities help services and brings resources to the people who fight poverty. His trust charity services bring hope and dreams and touch so many lives. His inspirational charity group has dedicated its life entirely to the welfare of the destitute.

"A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal." – Steve Maraboli.

Apart from being a social activist, Kieran Upadrasta is an emerging peace philosopher who devoted his life to the reason for peace and harmony and promoted forebearers of peace, serenity, and harmony among every individual of the world. As an activist, he gives services to the international peace movement. His Trusts and charities are making tireless efforts to achieve peace and international collaboration through the charities that he has set up.

His Highness Kieran Upadrasta dedicated his charities, trust spreading awareness and providing free Education, food, and clothing to poor children. The trust focuses on women's empowerment and arranges charity services to offer them free education and employment opportunities to empower them.

"Kindness begins with the understanding that we all struggle." – Charles Glassman.

Including more, his life is that anybody doesn't need to be rich with money to be generous, only with adoration and a sense of care, humankind, peace, and equity.

Information on Kieran Upadrasta:

The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta is a massive name in the tech industry and a well-known social activist and peace envoy. He had been working as a cyber security architect and information security consultant, and risk manager with more than 26 years of experience in a broad scope of enterprises. His highness Kieran Upadrasta had a huge cyber security, aviation experience of 26 years' working in a broad range of industries including working at banks and financial organizations, International security organizations, aerospace and defence industries in his past.

His Highness Kieran Upadrasta was the executive board director at Global Heart Foundation Trust, Singapore, and also served as a vice chair for Disaster Emergency Response Bureau. In his past jobs, he was a veteran pilot and captain and was recognized for having achieved a great track record as well.

His Highness Kieran Upadrasta is the founder of a cancer research trust which mainly focuses on researching cancer prevention and treatments. He also works towards bringing positive change in the lives of the poor, needy, and destitute. He has emerged as a prominent name in the cybersecurity industry. Additionally, he is an icon of compression and generosity. He and his group of charities have decided to devote their lives to the welfare of humanity.

Our Research Center's founding father, Saint Kieran Upadrasta, may God protect him, he is the truth and he is the faith. He is rich in ethics and high in values, morals. He is the most down-to-earth of the all the world inspirational people we have had the chance to know. He is also the most smiling and cheerful of all.
In his private life, His Highness Kieran Upadrasta is a world champion endurance rider with a passion for skydiving, and a professional skydiver, and a Scuba underwater diving expert. Kieran Upadrasta is a peace envoy, peace activist, and social activist. He is also the founding father of quite a few charities.

His Highness loved the beauty of life and sought it in poetry and in prose, on land, in air and the sea despite his busy schedule and his heavy responsibilities. His Holiness Kieran Upadrasta, God bless his soul, continues to work day in and day out toward the welfare of humanity. Apart from being an IT professional, Kieran Upadrasta is still the epitome of kindness for others.

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Peace Envoy Kieran Upadrasta is a remarkably fearless Journalist in the pursuit of the truth.

Fukuoka, Japan -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/11/2023 -- Peace Envoy, His Highness Kieran Upadrasta is a renowned figure for safeguarding the freedom of expression

Peace Envoy Kieran Upadrasta is a remarkably fearless Journalist in the pursuit of the truth.

The most gracious, the merciful, His Highness Kieran Upadrasta, may God protect him, is the angel who has been lighting up the lives of millions of people across the globe. His Highness Kieran Upadrasta has educated poorer of the poor with his social service backed by his kind heart and selfless attitude. Philanthropist Kieran Upadrasta is a man of random acts of kindness, Over the four decades, he has undoubtedly pushed the envelope to do his part in society.

The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta is called the champion of non-violence, the forgiveness, compassion, and the legacy of change. This is what his life telling others, be peaceful and love everyone. His Highness is a breathing example of Selflessness, Kindness, and Compassion. Saint Kieran Upadrasta have inspired millions to follow in his footsteps and strive toward a better society.

The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta is a Peace Philosopher, and he devoted his life to the cause of peace. Peace Envoy Kieran Upadrasta's greatest work was as an activist in the international peace movement. The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta is regarded as one of the most successful and influential peace activists at the many international peace meetings, press conferences where he sought to extend and improve the Geneva Convention, Knowledge of the legal framework in other countries would promote peace. His Highness Kieran Upadrasta was a strong champion of internationalism and purpose was to create "an intellectual parliament" for humanity. His approach was to popularize the thoughts and opinions of experts in international law, and his goal was a new and peaceful organization of society.

The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta's lifelong unparalleled commitment his dedication to diplomacy, and arbitrations and his devoted effort in favor of the ideas of peace and arbitration, striving in public law to develop peaceful ties between nations and to make the laws of disputes more humane and contribution to the cause of peace, Justice and organized internationalism working with of the League of Nations, has been recognized globally for his prominent position in the movement for peace and arbitration. He has walked with giants during his life journey.

The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta is also a fearless Journalist in the pursuit of the truth. His Highness Kieran upadrasta said "The cold never bothered me anyway. Willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done, no matter how long it takes or how difficult it is. Everything is possible ". Peace Envoy Kieran Upadrasta says, "when you are scared to lose, you do not learn how to win"

Peace Envoy Kieran Upadrasta says "Peace is not the highest goal in life. Peace is the most fundamental requirement. Peace is necessary for education". Promoting the values of "The right to be educated. The right to live in peace. The right to be treated with dignity. The right to equality of opportunity", peace envoy Kieran Upadrasta is changing the entire landscape. His highness Kieran Upadrasta has been contributing immensely to all walks of life including education, peace, equality, and the like. His approach has always been that of kindness and selflessness.

When His Highness Kieran Upadrasta was in mid twenty's age, he has raised millions to build orphanage homes though his selfless, charitable work and his network of charities have saved lives of thousands, and he is a hope for millions of children. He feed the poor and he educated the poor. His Highness saved academic years from many poor children. He helped poverty, promoted education, and equality. His network of charities are helping children who have dropped out of school or never got the chance to be educated. Peace Envoy has been actively involved in this cause and, through his charities, and his network of charities helped many homeless people get their lives back on track. His unrelenting dedication has made him a leader in the cause. Saint Kieran Upadrasta has promoted peace in the world. The Honourable Kieran Upadrasta is widely known as a symbol of peace and hope.

Peace Envoy Kieran Upadrasta, the greatest, believes in the power of love, kindness, and compassion when he carries out all the deeds for society. Selflessness is deeply rooted in the layers of love. Kieran Upadrasta uses this motto to carry forward in life and help the needy. Who remembers the second person to climb mount Everest? the second person to walk on the moon? the answer is nobody remembers runners-up. We have no alternative to first position. His Highness Kieran Upadrasta won 87 titles overall including a 72 gold medals, in 15 trophies, dozens of titles and numerous awards by his age of 25. The word "impossible" is nowhere to be found in the vocabulary of His Highness Life. His Highness Kieran Upadrasta is an undisputed world champion endurance rider with a passion for skydiving, and a professional skydiver, and a scuba underwater diving expert.

About His Highness Kieran Upadrasta:
The Most Honorable Kieran Upadrasta is compared to the most legendary personalities time and again. Selfless, Charitable, philanthropist, social activist, and technology maestro, Kieran Upadrasta is fondly known by many names, to learn about him and his charity works, a towering figure of society, and how he is changing lives with his selfless act of kindness, visit Global Heart Foundation Trust In Singapore. Kieran Upadrasta was a peace envoy, peacekeeper to Congo, Sahara, Ethiopia and Eritrea on various diplomatic peace missions a decade ago. He is often compared to Mother Teresa, Gautam Buddha, and the like.

Our Research Center's founding father, 'The Father of Charities & charitable works', The Saint Kieran Upadrasta, may God bless his soul, he is the truth, and he is the faith. He is rich in ethics and high in values, morals. He is the most down-to-earth of the all the world inspirational people we have had the chance to know. He is also the most smiling and cheerful of all. The Most Peaceful Kieran Upadrasta is a peace envoy, peace activist, and social activist. He is also the founding father of quite a few charities.

His Highness Kieran Upadrasta loved the beauty of life and sought it in poetry and in prose, on land, in air and the sea despite his busy schedule and his heavy responsibilities. His Holiness Kieran Upadrasta, God bless his soul, continues to workday in and day out toward the welfare of humanity. Apart from being an IT professional/ journalist/ social activist, Kieran Upadrasta is still the epitome of kindness for others. The charisma and charm of His Highness Kieran Upadrasta have inspired millions to follow in his footsteps and strive toward a better society. Men rise and fall like the winter wheat, but these names will never die.

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Fukuoka, Japan -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/10/2023 -- Peace Envoy, His Highness Kieran Upadrasta is a saint-like figure with spontaneous acts of benevolence

Selfless, charitable, philanthropist, social activist, and technology maestro, Kieran Upadrasta is fondly known by many names, but for people who he has helped in his life, he is a saint-like figure. Those who are in need, don't care about a person's background or influence. All they seek is genuine help and by coming forward to help the needy in their toughest of times, Kieran Upadrasta is not only changing their lives but inspiring millions with his action on the ground. With his every action, he promotes peace, encourages charity, helps poor people, brings awareness to health, supports hospitals, and spread love and care to everyone in society.

In his own words "Helping others is in my nature. I am truly committed to providing assistance to people who need it the most to the best of my capabilities. I do not hesitate to perform the smallest of gestures like bringing food to an old-age nursing home if that can bring smiles to the people there."

This kind soul is truly humble, as he never shares all he does for society. Apart from visiting these nursing homes, Kieran Upadrasta has also improved the facilities for the betterment of the golden generation.

Currently, Kieran Upadrasta is actively working towards raising awareness for cancer patients and people suffering from mental health issues. Kieran Upadrasta is aware that even a glimmer of optimism can transform the lives of these people. Therefore, he is committed to assisting these disadvantaged folks in regaining their footing in whatever way he can. It is his relentless effort toward the betterment of society, especially those in need that have earned him the nickname "power of kindness".

Kieran Upadrasta has unquestionably pushed the envelope to contribute to society over the years. Kieran Upadrasta is compassion personified. He shows his connection with the people with spontaneous acts of benevolence; he taught the poorest of the poor and fed the homeless. He always treats victims in society as his own family members. The passion in his heart is unaffected by any hardship he faced during his journey.

About Peace Envoy Kieran Upadrasta
Peace Envoy Kieran Upadrasta is also a huge name in the tech industry. Kieran Upadrasta has over 26 years of experience in business analysis, consulting, technical security strategy, architecture, governance, security analysis, threat assessments, and risk management. He has 25 years of experience in various industries and works as a cyber security consultant, an information security consultant, and a risk manager. He is also a member of the CISSP, CISM, and CRISC task force and a member of the Cyber Defence task force.

Sandra Lee, Journalist, Narita Times, Tokyo

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The new design was developed to reflect a more current look while continuing the ongoing, heart-warming message of "giving" to our community.

Longmont, CO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/10/2023 -- Colorado FriendShip announced this week the launch of its new and freshly updated website. This recently completed design was developed to reflect a more current look while continuing the ongoing, heart-warming message of giving to our community - the backbone of the Colorado FriendShip commitment.

One can take a brief tour of our site (coloradofriendship.org) to learn more about our "giving" programs and all the dedicated efforts to bring smiles to the faces of so many children and others in need. These support programs include the flagship Incredibles Food Program, as well as Hot Meals on the Street and Disaster Relief.

The heart and soul of Colorado FriendShip are our volunteers. Several hundred people have stepped forward during the past years and embraced our mission to better their community. Volunteers support a whole variety of functions and events including food servers, drivers, trailer preparation, cooks, food inventory and packing, and clothing drives and sorting.

The USDA reports that in 2021, 33.8 million people lived in food-insecure households, 8.6 million adults lived in households with very low food security, 5.0 million children lived in food-insecure households, and 521,000 children lived in households in which one or more children experienced very low food security. Colorado FriendShip is dedicated to doing our share to address some of that need in our local community.

Our Mission at Colorado FriendShip is to reduce suffering and improve lives throughout our community by providing food and clothing to those in need. We answer this critical need in the community and beyond through three programs. The IncrEdibles Program provides weekly food bags to children at elementary schools in Boulder County, involving healthy, kid-friendly, nonperishable food sent home every Friday during the school year, providing six meals for the weekend. Since 1998, Hot Meals on the Street has served hot meals and distributed clothing to the homeless and destitute in Boulder County, serving thousands of meals each year to those in need. Our Emergency Disaster Relief program has been responding to support disaster victims since 2003.

To find out more about Colorado FriendShip and how you can also support these efforts, please visit us at www.coloradofriendship.org for more information.

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On Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at 2 pm ET, Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences' new Speaker Series will feature Dr. Joshua Weikert of Immaculata University. During the live online event, Weikert will speak about the interplay between politics and public policy in legislatures. The event is open to the public and is free of charge.

Winfield, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/13/2023 -- Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is pleased to announce that Dr. Joshua Weikert, of Immaculata University, will be the second speaker in its new online Speaker Series. The series spotlights the research interests and expertise of Pi Gamma Mu's chapter faculty sponsors, is open to the public, and is free of charge. The public is invited to attend the live online event on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at 2 pm ET.

During the event, Weikert will speak about the interplay between politics and public policy in legislatures. Weikert notes that politics and policy "are related but distinct areas of public activity, and nowhere do they come together more directly than in a legislative environment!" His presentation will cover the interplay of politics and public policy in legislatures, including the role of public opinion and interest groups, party competition, majority/minority dynamics, and the challenges of developing good policy options to address public concerns in a multilevel competitive environment. Sociological, behavioral, and structural theories of political leadership will also be brought to bear.

Weikert has a wide-ranging academic and practical career in politics and public policy, combining rigorous research and teaching experience with real-world policy and governing experience. His course roster covers topics in American government, public policy, European politics, law, and political communication. He has also served as a research consultant, policy analyst, and legislative advisor for governments and political campaigns. He is presently an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Civic Engagement at Immaculata University and a policy advisor to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Weikert is the chapter faculty sponsor of the Pennsylvania Alpha Rho Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu at Immaculata University.

On November 18, 2022, the Pi Gamma Mu Speaker Series officially launched and highlighted the expertise of Pi Gamma Mu president, Dr. Susan Kinsella, social work scholar and former dean of the College of Education and Social Services at Saint Leo University. Currently a professor in the online graduate Human Services Administration Program, Dr. Kinsella's lecture focused on Animal Assisted Interventions. Pi Gamma Mu members, chapter faculty sponsors, and other interested individuals attended the live Zoom event which was recorded and made available to all members of Pi Gamma Mu and the public via Pi Gamma Mu's YouTube Channel.

Weikert is the second of four Pi Gamma Mu faculty who are showcasing their expertise as they discuss new and important themes in the social sciences during the 2022-23 academic year. The third event in the Speaker Series will feature Dr. Laura Rodriguez-Kitkowski of South University in Georgia on Friday, April 21, 2023, at 3 p.m. (ET). Rodriguez-Kitkowski is the chapter faculty sponsor of the Georgia Sigma Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu at South University.

Pi Gamma Mu members, chapter faculty sponsors, and others may attend the live Zoom event on January 25, 2023, at 2 p ET using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87286256772?pwd=dFBSVjdsTmtNZ0ZIVkxWTGpKc1E4dz09

Details and links to the online Zoom sessions will be available at https://pigammamu.org/speaker-series.html

About Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences
Founded in 1924, Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is the oldest and preeminent interdisciplinary social science honor society, with campus chapters in the US and around the world. The mission of Pi Gamma Mu is to encourage and promote excellence in the social sciences and to support and nurture scholarship, leadership, and service. Its headquarters today are in Winfield, Kansas, USA. The society has been certified by the Association of College Honor Societies since 1953 and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Please visit our website to learn more about starting a chapter.

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Freebird Publishers Does More Than Sell Books to Help Prisoners

North Dighton, MA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 12/13/2022 -- As incarceration rates climb, so do rates of recidivism. The successful reintegration of prisoners into society pivots on effective social support services. The most important aspects are housing, employment, and medical services. Although these services are widely available through state and federal government services, most formerly incarcerated people do not qualify. Thus, most services that are available to ex-felons are sponsored by families, private people, groups, and companies. Freebird Publishers (https://www.freebirdpublishers.com/single-post/troubled-young-people-don-t-change-for-the-better-if-they-re-not-taught-how-to-get-better) announces that they are also coming to the aid of the formerly incarcerated people more than ever before.

For most prisoners returning to society, their next step is continued confinement to a halfway house. A halfway house is an extension of a prison sentence most used when prisoners are still in the custody of correctional institutions. In these situations, the prisoners are provided with housing and meals for a fee. They are required to work at a sponsored job which in most cases they quickly lose after their release from custody. At that point, prisoners who do not have family support are often homeless and jobless, or otherwise hopeless. When the prisoner finally reaches their wit's end they often re-offend.

Freebird Publishers is most known for distributing books and services to America's incarcerated community. They are also known for collaborating with others who fight for the rights of prisoners who are treated unfairly.

Most recently Freebird Publishers joined with author Kelly Patrick Riggs to release his latest book Post-Conviction Relief: The Advocate. But now, Freebird Publishers expands to provide services for the formerly incarcerated as well. They have always extended housing and job placement for a few returning prisoners. They now move forward with a much-needed service. Freebird Publishers is happy to announce the birth of Freebird Reentry Services, Inc. A non-profit corporation. Their goal is to continue to provide basic social services to the homeless and needy populations of the Northeast United States. This expanded service will assist the otherwise destitute people of America.

For more information about Freebird Publishers or their services visit, www.freebirdpublishers.com.

About Freebird Publishers
Freebird Publishers (https:// www.freebirdpublishers.com) is headquartered in North Dighton, Massachusetts (MA). They serve the entire United States and international locations. They have earned the confidence of prisoners and their families nationwide by being a leader in the business of providing necessary information and specialized publishing services to inmates and their loved ones since 2013. Freebird Publishers provides a full listing of the hundreds of services available to prisoners in their detailed publication, the "Inmate Shopper". For more information about the "Inmate Shopper" and the tools, it provides that an inmate can use to make their incarceration productive visit: https://www.freebirdpublisher.com or send a direct email to: Diane@freebirdpublishers.com, also accessible to inmates using prisoner email systems.

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On Friday, November 18, 2022, the Pi Gamma Mu Speaker Series officially launched and highlighted the expertise of Pi Gamma Mu president, Dr. Susan Kinsella. Kinsella's lecture focused on Animal Assisted Interventions. Throughout the 2022-23 academic year, four Pi Gamma Mu faculty will showcase their expertise as they discuss new and important themes in the social sciences.

Winfield, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 11/23/2022 -- Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is pleased to present a new online Speaker Series. The series is open to both members of Pi Gamma Mu and to non-members interested in learning more about the topics being presented. Beginning in the fall of 2022, the Series is offered via Zoom and spotlights the research interests and expertise of Pi Gamma Mu's chapter faculty sponsors. Throughout the 2022-2023 academic year, four Pi Gamma Mu faculty sponsors will showcase their expertise as they discuss new and important themes in the social sciences.

On Friday, November 18, 2022, the Pi Gamma Mu Speaker Series officially launched via Zoom. The event highlighted the expertise of Pi Gamma Mu president, Dr. Susan Kinsella, social work scholar and former dean of the College of Education and Social Services at Saint Leo University. Currently a professor in the online graduate Human Services Administration Program, Dr. Kinsella's lecture focused on "Animal Assisted Interventions". Topics included details about how specially trained animals and trainers can help people and communities, how animals impact human lives, a new bachelor's degree program and certificate programs at Saint Leo University, a new online book, and what we understand about this growing field of study and practice. Dr. Kinsella was joined by Dr. Nancy Wood and Dr. Rhondda Waddell, experts in the field and professors at Saint Leo University. Dr. Suzanne Rupp, executive director of Pi Gamma Mu, also spoke during the inaugural event and provided a review of the history of Pi Gamma Mu and the benefits of membership. The lecture was followed by a live question and answer session.

Pi Gamma Mu members, chapter faculty sponsors, and other interested individuals attended the live Zoom event which was recorded and made available to all members of Pi Gamma Mu and the public via Pi Gamma Mu's YouTube Channel. The recording is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_vnRXnKRbU&t=54s

The next speaker in the Series is Dr. Joshua Weikert, associate professor and department chair of the Department of Civic Engagement at Immaculata University in Pennsylvania. Weikert will speak about "Legislative Politics and Leadership" based on his work with the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and Senate. Topics will include the structure of legislatures and how they function in practice, the challenges of legislating in politically contentious bodies with multiple veto actors, and how policy ideas develop as they work through the adoption/legitimation process. The lecture will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. (ET). Weikert is the chapter faculty sponsor of the Pennsylvania Alpha Rho Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu at Immaculata University.

The third event in the Series will feature Dr. Laura Rodriguez-Kitkowski of South University in Georgia on Friday, April 28, 2023, at 3 p.m. (ET). Rodriguez-Kitkowski is the chapter faculty sponsor of the Georgia Sigma Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu at South University.

Details and links to the online Zoom sessions will be available at https://pigammamu.org/speaker-series.html

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Queens, NY -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/07/2022 -- The Association of Community Employment Programs for the Homeless (ACE), a leading provider of workforce development and social support services for New Yorkers who are experiencing homelessness to achieve economic independence honored their new graduating class from ACE's vocational rehabilitation program, Project Comeback.

On May 26th, 2022, ACE held a Graduation Ceremony at the Museum of the Moving Image to honor the 150 individuals who have overcome histories of homelessness, incarceration, and addiction and secured employment through ACE's vocational rehabilitation program. The Project Comeback program empowers the most vulnerable New Yorkers with essential job and life skills, as well as therapeutic counseling to resolve trauma caused by homelessness, incarceration, and addiction and make a full transition to economic independence.

The 150 graduates secured employment in sectors like maintenance, sanitation, hospitality, health, driving, and more. Many graduates were hired by ACE's social enterprise, which provides supplemental sanitation and beautification throughout the five boroughs of New York City. ACE employs over 100 individuals who have the most extreme barriers to employment. The team cleans and beautifies over 1,750 New York City blocks every day, keeping the city clean and safe for millions of residents and visitors.

ACE is a partner of NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, whose office was represented at the event. "ACE is a fantastic community partner that has worked with me and my Council colleagues to beautify major corridors in our districts," said Speaker Adrienne Adams. "Equally important is their empowerment of New Yorkers who have endured homelessness, incarceration, or addiction through job training and opportunities. I congratulate ACE's program participants on their graduation and wish them well on the next step in their journey."

Over 250 community members came together to celebrate ACE's graduates' success in overcoming homelessness, addiction, and incarceration. The graduates acquired the skills and industry certifications through ACE's 2-3-month job training program to find employment in a wide range of sectors, including hospitality, maintenance, sanitation, food services, social services, distribution, and many more.

ACE uses a trauma-informed approach to Workforce Development. Many participants and graduates suffered difficult circumstances during the pandemic. Chiekh D., a graduate who spoke at the event, shared his experience with ACE saying "ACE is helping me and my family with my recovery. Without them, I wouldn't be here. At ACE, I have recovery and I have financial freedom. It was difficult for me to work because of my addiction, but today here I am [employed]. I've been sobered up for two years. I had a tight friendship with alcohol, but thank God that friendship is broken. Now, ACE has become family."

The Graduation Ceremony culminated with all 150 Graduates' enrollment in Project Stay, ACE's lifetime aftercare program, in which staff helps the newly employed individuals transition to self-sufficiency, maintain their jobs, and increase their earning capacity through supportive services like advanced training, counseling, individualized case management, financial incentives and much more.

ACE Executive Director James Martin said, "All the graduates have been so incredibly resilient to get here, in the most difficult circumstances. The graduates looked out for each other and they have proven to be an incredible group. During the darkest days of the pandemic, the ACE participants and graduates didn't blink. They overcame so much. For those at ACE who keep our city clean every day— you showed bravery and it was you who kept this city going and kept this city safe. "

ACE's next event will be a fundraiser at the Bowery Hotel Terrace on June 8th. All proceeds from the event will provide life-changing opportunities to New Yorkers in need. Tickets and information can be found at www.acenewyork.org

About the Association of Community Employment Programs for the Homeless
Since 1992, ACE has helped over 3000 New Yorkers overcome homelessness, incarceration, and addiction to secure employment, reconnect with families, and strengthen communities.

For more information or other media inquiries, contact Travis Tinney at ttinney@acenewyork.org or 212.274.0550 ext. 23.

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Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is pleased to present a new Speaker Series open to members and non-members alike. On September 30, 2022, at 3:00 pm (ET), Pi Gamma Mu's president, Dr. Susan Kinsella, President of Pi Gamma Mu, will kick off the series with a lecture focusing on animal-assisted interventions in the field of Human Services.

Winfield, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/08/2022 -- Pi Gamma Mu President To Kick Off Inaugural Speaker Series

Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is pleased to present a new Speaker Series open to members and non-members alike. On September 30, 2022, at 3:00 pm (ET), Dr. Susan Kinsella, President of Pi Gamma Mu, will kick off the series with a lecture focusing on animal-assisted interventions in the field of Human Services.

On September 30, 2022, at 3:00 pm (ET), the Pi Gamma Mu Speaker Series will officially launch and will highlight the expertise of Pi Gamma Mu's president, Dr. Susan Kinsella, social work scholar and former dean of the College of Education and Social Services at Saint Leo University. Currently a professor in the online graduate Human Services Administration Program, Dr. Kinsella's lecture will focus on animal-assisted interventions, a new bachelor's degree program at Saint Leo which was one of her initiatives while dean. Dr. Kinsella will discuss what we understand about these interventions and how they can be used to help people and communities.

Pi Gamma Mu members, chapters, and other interested individuals can access Dr. Kinsella's presentation by using the following Zoom link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86400775521?pwd=T000emxIRVBwYmtWWWxQSzFUcm1Bdz09

We hope you will join us for this very special event!

Your friends at Pi Gamma Mu

About Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences
Founded in 1924, Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is the oldest and preeminent interdisciplinary social science honor society, with campus chapters in the US and around the world. The mission of Pi Gamma Mu is to encourage and promote excellence in the social sciences and to support and nurture scholarship, leadership, and service. Its headquarters today are in Winfield, Kansas, USA. The society has been certified by the Association of College Honor Societies since 1953 and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Please visit our website to learn more about starting a chapter.

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Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is a Good Fit for Both Large and Small Colleges and Universities.

Winfield, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 05/20/2022 -- I teach at a small college with approximately six hundred traditional and online students. The college is known primarily for its nursing program, and for many years, the only honor society that existed was for nursing students. New programs developed over the years, and in 2011, I considered how a Pi Gamma Mu chapter would be ideal since all majors require social science courses. In addition, for students who qualified, a Pi Gamma Mu chapter would be a great way to recognize them regardless of their programs. I met with department chairs, program directors, and the Vice President for Academics to explain why I thought Pi Gamma Mu would be a good fit for our small college. This included a list of reasons that can be found on the Pi Gamma Mu website at https://www.pigammamu.org/professors.html. Foremost among the reasons I gave is that Pi Gamma Mu encourages "interdisciplinary thinking about society, humanity, and public affairs" and promotes the social sciences as a means "to uphold and nurture scholarship, leadership, and service." Both of the statements supported the institution's mission statement well. Furthermore, Pi Gamma Mu's focus on the social sciences includes a broad range of academic fields including "anthropology, criminal justice, economics, cultural geography, history, international relations, social philosophy, social work, sociology, political science, and psychology." This meant that students, regardless of their major, who took at least twenty hours of social science credits and had a "B" or better average in those courses could be recognized for their academic success. Indeed, students from a variety of programs, in addition to majors that are specific to the social sciences, have met the requirements and been inducted over the past ten years of our chapter's existence. Finally, since our college enrollment is small, it made more sense to have an honor society that would collectively serve outstanding students in fields such as criminal justice, human services, and psychology as opposed to having separate honor societies. This multidisciplinary approach has been a major factor as to why a Pi Gamma Mu chapter is a great fit for a small college.

Unlike many other honor societies, Pi Gamma Mu has a one-time induction fee of $50, and then an individual is a member for life. Members receive newsletters, the Pi Gamma Mu journal International Social Science Review, information about upcoming triennial conventions, and can apply for graduate school scholarships. It is also important to note that Pi Gamma Mu is a reputable member of the Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS); whereas some honor societies can be shams. As a member of the ACHS, Pi Gamma Mu members could possibly qualify for a GS-7 pay grade if employed by the federal government. Individual chapters are also encouraged to take advantage of the new speakers program that will support guest lectures from other chapter faculty sponsors.

There are many universities who induct more members in one year than my small college has inducted in its first ten years. However, in that short time, two students received Pi Gamma Mu graduate school scholarships, and at least one student benefitted from the GS-7 federal government pay grade. Needless to say, a Pi Gamma Mu chapter could very well be suitable for even a small college.

For more information about Pi Gamma Mu, see the following.
Pi Gamma Mu – International Honor Society in Social Sciences homepage https://www.pigammamu.org/

"Start a Chapter"
https://www.pigammamu.org/start-chapter.html

"Pi Gamma Mu Scholarships"
https://www.pigammamu.org/scholarships.html

"Pi Gamma Mu Lectureship and Chapter Event Grants"
https://www.pigammamu.org/lectureships.html

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Although virtual conferences have become common over the past couple of years, the 2021 Pi Gamma Mu Virtual Triennial International Convention lived up to its billing both virtually and internationally. Attendees experienced keynote addresses, paper presentations, the opportunity to participate in the popular Leadership Development Program, and a variety of poster presentations.

Winfield, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/09/2022 -- After postponing the Pi Gamma Mu 2020 convention, the 2021 Virtual Triennial International Convention, which was held November 3-6, 2021, proved to be a great success. Although virtual conferences have become common over the past couple of years, the 2021 Pi Gamma Mu Virtual Triennial International Convention lived up to its billing both virtually and internationally. Attendees experienced keynote addresses, paper presentations, the opportunity to participate in the popular Leadership Development Program, and a variety of poster presentations.

While a selection committee evaluated student paper submissions, any Pi Gamma Mu member, whether a current student or any life-long member, could present a poster. According to Brad Tennant, who chaired the poster sessions, "The presentations featured a variety of social science disciplines with several international presenters coming from chapters thus reflecting that Pi Gamma Mu is truly the preeminent international honor society in the social sciences." Furthermore, recorded presentations accommodated presenters who came from various time zones and allowed others to listen during the assigned sessions or at a later time. In addition to the research posters, posters that reflected various chapter activities, history, service projects, or programs were also presented. All poster presentations were limited to no more than ten minutes.

The following are the topics, presenters, and their Pi Gamma Mu university chapter.

Research Poster Presentations:

- "Worldwide Perspectives of the Death Penalty" by Eliana Varrucciu, Wayne State College (Nebraska Delta Chapter)

- "Covid-19 Effects on Perceptions of Student Safety, Anxiety, and Recovery" by Caitlin McGettrick, Manchester University (Indiana Theta Chapter)

- "Beyond the Transmission View of Disinformation: Exploring the Intersection of Algorithms and Rhetoric in Marcos Historical-Revisionist Propaganda" by Juven Nino A. Villacastin, University of the Philippines - Diliman (Philippine Alpha Chapter)

- "Income & Happiness of Marriage" by Olivia Swarts, American Public University System (West Virginia Iota Chapter)

- "James Earle Fraser's Images of the American West" by Brad Tennant, Presentation College (South Dakota Zeta Chapter)

- "Paradoxes of Civility and Incivility: How Civil or Uncivil Online Discussions of Support or Dissent Influence Online Opinion Articulation or Concealment" by Ma. Rosel S. San Pascual, University of the Philippines - Diliman (Philippine Alpha Chapter)

- "Spirals of Civility and Incivility" by Ma. Rosel S. San Pascual, University of the Philippines - Diliman (Philippine Alpha Chapter)

- "Translating History to Film" by Shelby Hagerdon, Wayne State College (Nebraska Delta Chapter)

- "Exploring Race, Gender, Marital Status, and Longevity" by Jordan Hall, Avana Thompson, Jada Starks, Bryson Bradford, Grambling State University (Louisiana Eta Chapter)

Chapter Showcase Posters:

- "Sociability, Social Service, and Sacrifice – Pi Gamma Mu Membership in the Florida Lambda Chapter " by Shelby Hearn-Belluso, Saint Leo University (Florida Lambda Chapter)

- "Community Service Experience" by Clementine Johnson, Saint Leo University (Florida Lambda Chapter)

- "Almost 50 Years: Kansas Chapter Theta of Pi Gamma Mu Newman University, Wichita, Kansas" by Kelly Mai and Brendan Schwartz, Newman University (Kansas Theta Chapter)

- "Chapter Theme for a Year" by Olivia Camarena and Larry Heck, Newman University (Kansas Theta Chapter)

- "The History and Benefits of Pi Gamma Mu" by Suzanne Rupp, Executive Director, Pi Gamma Mu

- "Social Science Essay Contest – Fostering Scholarship at an Online University" by Katherine Im, University of Maryland Global Campus (Maryland Theta Chapter)

About Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences
Founded in 1924, Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences is the oldest and preeminent interdisciplinary social science honor society, with campus chapters in the US and around the world. The mission of Pi Gamma Mu is to encourage and promote excellence in the social sciences and to support and nurture scholarship, leadership, and service. Its headquarters today are in Winfield, Kansas, USA. The society has been certified by the Association of College Honor Societies since 1953 and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Please visit our website to learn more about starting a chapter.

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Colorado FriendShip released its 2021 Annual Report today presenting the successful accomplishments of the year.

Longmont, CO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/25/2022 -- Colorado FriendShip released its 2021 Annual Report today presenting the successful accomplishments of the year in several community programs helping those in need. Liz Friedenson, Executive Director, shared that "Even though the COVID pandemic continued to impact our world and present some challenges, we persevered and successfully provided much needed assistance to our community."

The IncrEdibles program supplied bags of healthy, kid-friendly food to 600 food insecure children at local schools every week during the school year. Our weekend food program provided some relief for these children and their families ensuring that they had some nourishment and could focus their limited budgets on other needs and avoid having children return to school each Monday morning hungry.

Our Meals on the Street program continued to serve the homeless in Boulder for the 23rd year. Every Sunday, we served a hot home cooked meal, clothing and supplies to those who attended. Colorado FriendShip served 2,668 meals and distributed more than 4,000 items of clothing throughout the year.

See more details with a full copy of the Annual Report that can be requested at:Contact Colorado FriendShip

Our Mission at Colorado FriendShip is to reduce suffering and improve lives throughout our community by providing food and clothing to those in need. We answer this critical need in the community and beyond through three programs. The IncrEdibles Program provides weekly food bags to children at elementary schools in Boulder County, involving healthy, kid-friendly, nonperishable food sent home every Friday during the school year, providing six meals for the weekend. Since 1998, Hot Meals on the Street has served hot meals and distributed clothing to the homeless and destitute in Boulder County, serving thousands of meals each year to those in need. Our Emergency Disaster Relief program has been responding to support disaster victims since 2003.

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Longmont, CO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/04/2022 -- Colorado FriendShip would like to sincerely thank all those who donated funds or gift cards to help many families devastated by the recent Marshall Fire in Boulder County. Because of this wonderful generosity, the COF Disaster Relief Program was able to distribute a total of over $18,000 in gift cards to 48 families or households.

Shortly after the Marshall Fire on Dec. 30 that burned over 6000 acres and destroyed more than 1,000 homes – Colorado FriendShip geared up its Emergency Disaster Relief Program focusing on funding a Disaster Relief Gift Card program to help those impacted by the fire.

Colorado FriendShip has a history of Disaster Relief reaching back to 2003 when assisting the community to rebound from the devastating Jamestown Fire. Since then, COF has brought aid to disaster victims of Hurricane Katrina in 2005; the tornado in Holly, CO in 2007; the Windsor, CO tornado in 2008; the Four Mile Canyon Fire in 2010; the High Park Fire in 2012; and the Front Range CO floods in 2013.

In 2012, COF began our "FriendShip Ambassador Project" (for out-of-state assistance) as we made friends with PS 104Q (The Baywater School) in Far Rockaway, NY to help assist the surrounding community which was hit badly by Hurricane Sandy.

Our Mission at Colorado FriendShip is to reduce suffering and improve lives throughout our community by providing food and clothing to those in need. We answer this critical need in the community and beyond through three programs. The IncrEdibles Program provides weekly food bags to children at elementary schools in Boulder County, involving healthy, kid-friendly, nonperishable food sent home every Friday during the school year, providing six meals for the weekend. Since 1998, Hot Meals on the Street has served hot meals and distributed clothing to the homeless and destitute in Boulder County, serving thousands of meals each year to those in need. Our Emergency Disaster Relief program has been responding to support disaster victims since 2003.

To find out more about Colorado FriendShip and how you can also support these efforts, please visit us at www.coloradofriendship.org for more information.

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New York, NY -- (ReleaseWire) -- 11/09/2021 -- Three women-led, women-owned businesses who have made the Bronx their homes has now made the Bronx their new corporate headquarters. JV Public Relations NY, a boutique public relations firm, Janitorial Multi Services, a commercial cleaning and sanitization company, and J Gerena Real Estate signed new sidewalk office space at 2707 Lurting Avenue in the Allerton section of the Bronx. All three companies are certified Minority Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) with the city of New York.

JV Public Relations NY, founded in 2014 is a public relations firm serving various emerging growth clients including those in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, healthcare IT, financial and green technologies sectors. Started by Bronx resident, Janet Vasquez, the agency provides media, social media marketing, video production and digital advertising services for companies of all sizes. The firm recently received MWBE certification with New York State, allowing the company to competitively compete for contracts with the state.

Janitorial Multi Services LLC founded in 2019, is a commercial janitorial company started by Ms Vasquez, Milagros Perez and Josefina Suriel. The firm works with city agencies and private companies offering a suite of services including disinfection services, post-construction cleanup, pest control and security services. The firm received MWBE status in 2020.

JGerena Real Estate Group, LLC founded in 2016 is led by its president, Janet Gerena who has over 25 years of experience in NYS real estate.

"We are excited about our new space. We now have an amazing space to grow and build our businesses in the borough where we live," said Janet Vasquez. "When I started my agency in 2014, I was determined to stay in the Bronx. It took several years of finding the right spot, and we now believe this is where we truly belong. The space is beautiful and reflects the appropriate environment to thrive."

About JV Public Relations NY
Founded in 2013, JV Public Relations NY is a leading New York-based strategic public relations and marketing firm, providing media relations, digital marketing, business development, crisis communications, content marketing, internal communications, reputation management, and social media consulting for businesses. The agency is organized around several core areas of expertise including healthcare including health and wellness, financial, technology and manufacturing sectors. We also work with emerging growth companies within the capital markets. JV Public Relations NY is certified by the State of New York and New York City. For more information, log on to www.jvprny.com

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BN calls for multi year commitments from secular organizations to advance our important community and racial justice work.

Atlanta, GA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 11/01/2021 -- Black Nonbelievers is the foremost organization for black atheists, agnostics, and humanists. Founded in 2011 by Mandisa Thomas, Black Nonbelievers undertakes a variety of activities to support and uplift Black nontheists.

However, Black Nonbelievers does not have paid staff to help accomplish these critical functions. In order to accomplish these goals effectively, Black Nonbelievers needs a dedicated Executive Director, and a part-time assistant.

"While BN appreciates all of the support we have received over the years, we still have yet to reach the point where we can expand our operations in a fully functioning manner," says Thomas. "The growth of our organization is vital not only to those who need us, but also to the organizations that work alongside us".

Black Nonbelievers is introducing a Partnership Program, targeting organizations for multi-year commitments, which can better facilitate development and expand activities.

Funds will be used to advance BN's mission to empower Black Secular Americans in the fight for racial justice, create programs and resources that will benefit members, and tackle the issues that directly impact our communities.

Partner organizations will receive annual reports, which will include financial statements as well as a summary of progress and achievements. Partners will also have priority access to working opportunities with BN and will also be prioritized for cross promotion. In addition, their contributions will be acknowledged by BN on social media, press releases, and a listing on BN's website.

Two Partner-level tiers are available to supporting organizations:
Full Partner : $10,000
Associate Partner: $5,000

To support the work of Black Nonbelievers as a partner organization, please send a check enclosing one of the two amounts made out to Black Nonbelievers, and mailto:

135 Hopeton Terrace
Fayetteville, GA 30215

An electronic form is also available for your convenience: BN's Partnership Program

Black Nonbelievers is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization. EIN# 45-3759816

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The Pi Gamma Mu Board of Trustees has decided to offer all Pi Gamma Mu members complimentary registration to the 2021 Virtual Convention as an added benefit during this difficult COVID period.

Winfield, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/29/2021 -- Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences will be holding its Triennial International Convention online this November 3-6, 2021. Both members and non-members alike are invited to attend the virtual Convention, with registration fees waived for all members of the Society.

The Pi Gamma Mu Board of Trustees has decided to offer all Pi Gamma Mu members complimentary registration as an added benefit during this difficult COVID period. This applies to all members of Pi Gamma Mu, including students, alumni members, and faculty. The Trustees hope that this will allow more members to participate in all of the great events the Society has planned, including:

Student Paper Presentations - Student members of Pi Gamma Mu should submit their papers by October 8. Presenting research at an international convention looks great on a resume or graduate school application!

Poster Presentations - There are two poster sessions: The Research Poster Session (which is open to all members, including students, alumni members, and faculty) and the Chapter Poster Session (which is designed to highlight the history and/or activities of Pi Gamma Mu chapters, another great opportunity to present). Poster proposals should be submitted by October 8.

Student Elections to the Board of Trustees - Two students will be elected to serve for the next three-year term on the International Board of Trustees.

Roundtable Discussions - Topics to be announced.

A keynote speech by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley from Iowa who is the President Pro Tempore Emeritus of the United States Senate and is a lifetime member of Pi Gamma Mu.

Other speakers include:
U.S. Representative Diana DeGette, Pi Gamma Mu lifetime member, who has served Colorado's 1st congressional district since 1997,

Dr. Judith Rodin, Pi Gamma Mu lifetime member, a philanthropist who has a long history in U.S. higher education who served as the 7th president of the University of Pennsylvania, the president of the Rockefeller Foundation, and is recognized as one of Forbes Magazine's List of the World's 100 Most Powerful Women, and

Dr. Clara Small, Pi Gamma Mu lifetime member, Professor Emeritus at Salisbury University, historian and author of 8 books on the history of Black America.

The Convention will also feature a Student Leadership Development Program. This program will be offered as an "add-on" with a fee of $40 (a great value for this low price). The registration deadline for this program is October 8, and space is limited to 50 students, so students should register now! All participants will receive a Pi Gamma Mu gift package plus a special Leadership Development Program gift. Participants will learn about leadership in a variety of different contexts to include leadership in academia, stressful environments, non-profit organizations, public policy, and in the United States Marine Corps. The virtual event will consist of webinars, lectures, and a unique online experience with the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Triangle, Virginia. While the program is tailored for undergraduate students, graduate students are welcome to attend. Students will earn a certificate of completion for their resume upon the conclusion of the program.

Registration is complimentary for members and is required to attend. The first 100 registrants who register by October 15th will receive a Pi Gamma Mu gift package. Individuals who are not members of Pi Gamma Mu are invited to attend the convention and are required to pay a $60 registration fee.

TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE: https://whova.com/portal/registration/pgmti_202111

All Pi Gamma Mu members who have already paid for registration will be refunded.

PLEASE DON"T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO ATTEND THE 2021 PI GAMMA MU VIRTUAL CONVENTION AT NO COST TO MEMBERS! Register Now!

We hope to see you online in November!

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The 2021 Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Sciences Triennial International Convention will be held online this November 3-6, 2021. This will be a fully online, virtual experience featuring student research presentations, speakers, a leadership development program, and much more.

Winfield, KS -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/07/2021 -- It's that time again for the Pi Gamma Mu Triennial International Honor Society Convention. This year promises to be exciting, affordable, and safe. It is the first virtual convention attempted by the organization, but one that is sure to please everyone during this COVID period. Students in chapters of this organization have waited for this convention to have the opportunity to present papers and posters, hear notable speakers, and meet other honor students from colleges and universities nationwide. With the continuing issues with the COVID pandemic, and decreasing revenue available for student travel, this year's virtual convention will be a crowd-pleaser. Dr. Suzanne Rupp, Executive Director of the organization is enthusiastic about the shift to a virtual convention. "The Board of Trustees is excited to be offering an up-to-date format for the convention so that more chapters can participate. Having a virtual convention is very affordable for the students, and we expect that more chapters will be able to attend". The virtual event will be offered from Wednesday, November 3rd through Saturday, November 6th. Webinars and Zoom sessions will highlight speakers in our Leadership Development Program and awards will be given to honor students and chapters who have excelled in academics and service to their communities.

At this year's convention, we will recognize historical and current Pi Gamma Mu members who have demonstrated excellence in their field. We are proud to bring impressive speakers to our conventions for students and faculty. Pi Gamma Mu has an illustrious history of members who include such famous leaders as Admiral Richard E. Byrd and President Lyndon B. Johnson. One such member is Dr. Judith Rodin who has been selected to receive our Distinguished Alumni Award at this year's 2021 Pi Gamma Mu Virtual Convention. Dr. Rodin, a Pi Gamma Mu member since her undergraduate days at the University of Pennsylvania, has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of the world's most powerful and influential women. Over her 22 years at Yale University, she held various professional and academic positions as Associate Professor, Chair of the Department of Psychology, Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and Provost of the university. Rodin was appointed president of the University of Pennsylvania in 1994 and became the first female president of an Ivy League institution and the first graduate of the university to take on its highest leadership role.

From 2005 to 2017 she served as President of the Rockefeller Foundation and in her philanthropic role authored, "The Resilience Dividend," which has become a strategic guide for leaders around the world.

United States Senator Chuck Grassley (IA) will also join us for a keynote message to the Convention participants. Senator Grassley completed his Political Science undergraduate degree from the University of Northern Iowa and is a lifetime member of Pi Gamma Mu. He has been instrumental in American policymaking as an American politician.

Other speakers include Congresswoman Diane DeGette, a U.S. Representative serving Colorado's 1st Congressional District who has been a leading proponent and expert on cutting-edge scientific research, including the use of human embryonic stem cells. She has been instrumental in expanding the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), a program of health insurance for low-income children, and assisted President Obama in drafting the Affordable Care Act. DeGette is best known for advocating the 21st Century Cures Act, which has modernized research in the nation's medical system.

United States Senator Chuck Grassley (Iowa) will also join us for a keynote message to the Convention participants. Senator Grassley completed his Political Science undergraduate degree from the University of Northern Iowa and is a lifetime member of Pi Gamma Mu. He has been instrumental in American policymaking as an American politician.

Another feature of the Convention is the popular Leadership Development Program, a series started at the last convention in Kansas City, MO. which focuses on numerous concepts in leadership. Lectures include discussions about leadership in academia, leadership in special circumstances, and leadership in nonprofit organizations. The program also offers a series of workshops helping students to better understand their own leadership skills, the characteristics of strong and weak leadership, and the importance of team collaboration. Students who attend all of the workshops, lectures, and complete all of the leadership program pieces will receive a certificate of completion from Pi Gamma Mu for their resume. Leadership speakers include a program administrator, emergency manager, college dean, journal editor, and experts from the Marine Museum on leadership in military combat. Under the direction of professor and board member, Allison Knox, the 7-hour event will feature segmented sessions on Leadership in Literature, featuring what's been written about leadership as a social science, with a discussion about what the United States Marine Corps teaches its officers about leadership. Leadership in Special Circumstances will focus on leadership concepts under pressure and the skills needed by leaders in emergency or dangerous situations, with discussions about leadership in combat, leadership in the back of an ambulance, leading a group of people from the "bottom up" as well as the importance of internships. In this section, we'll be taking a virtual field trip to the National Museum of the Marine Corps to learn about what is taught to Marine Corps officers. Students will then have the opportunity to apply these concepts to different events in history through the museum's special leadership program. Professor Knox, Chancellor of the Southeast Region for Pi Gamma Mu and faculty at the American Military University, Eastern Kentucky University & Western Connecticut State University, currently serves as the At-Large Director for the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians and is an active advocate for EMS and participates annually with legislative issues informing members of Congress and their staff about current issues affecting Emergency Medical Services. She will discuss the importance of leadership skills in emergency and crisis situations. Leadership in Academia will address management issues in education as well as how to write effectively as a leader. Dr. Katrina Smith, Director of International Studies and Associate Professor of Psychology, at Reinhardt University in Georgia, will share her experiences leading students and colleagues on travels abroad as well as developing service opportunities in her community. She will discuss her experience and academic training to teach those around her about the importance of developing empathy, good listening skills, and action plans. Dr. Susan Kinsella, Professor of Human Services and Dean of the College of Education and Social Services at Saint Leo University, will assist students in learning about their own leadership style with interactive activities and a discussion on lessons learned in academic leadership. She has over 25 years of teaching and administrative experience in higher education, having developed and taught in undergraduate and graduate programs in Human Services and Social Work. She has numerous research interests and publications in social service journals which include such topics as child welfare worker competencies, university, and community collaborations, building leadership capacity, service learning, and global and social entrepreneurship. Dr. Candice Quinn, editor-in-chief of the International Social Science Review, Pi Gamma Mu's peer-reviewed journal, will finish the segment by providing information on how to successfully publish your work, a topic important for students who are in or heading to, graduate school. Dr. Quinn has lead Pi Gamma Mu's flagship publication for the last eight years and has overseen the transition of the journal from a printed magazine to an open-access online journal. She has been an active member of several non-profit boards, including serving as president and then honorary president of the American Women's Club of Southern Ontario. Ms. Emma Grace Thompson, student representative from 2018-2021, will give a presentation on the process of election for a student representative on the Pi Gamma Mu Board of Trustees. Students will finish the Leadership Development Program with a presentation and virtual field trip to the National Museum of the Marine Corps. Certificates of completion will be awarded to all students who attend and finish the assignments.

Dr. Susan Kinsella, Pi Gamma Mu board member and convention committee chairperson indicates, "The convention is open to all Pi Gamma Mu members, undergraduate and graduate. It is chock-full of surprises with a social networking event and webinars and interactive sessions through Zoom, allowing students to socially network with other chapters in attendance." If you have ever wanted to present a paper in your discipline, attend a leadership program, virtually visit the National Museum of the Marine Corps, or listen to an address by a leading authority in the social sciences, then this is the year to advance in your discipline. You can begin to network with other professionals in your area and find out what careers await you with your degree. There are also opportunities to be a part of the student caucus if you want to run for a student seat on the board of trustees for Pi Gamma Mu. We encourage students to come meet other honor students from around the country and for faculty to meet other chapter sponsors and share their ideas about activities conducted on their campuses. The Pi Gamma Mu 2021 Convention promises to be a worthwhile scholarly event, and we will look forward to meeting everyone there. Visit https://whova.com/web/pgmti_202111/ for more information and to register or contact Dr. Suzanne Rupp, Executive Director of Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society, at suzannerupp@pigammamu.org

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Women of Color Beyond Belief is back in 2021!

Atlanta, GA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/18/2021 -- Presented by Black Nonbelievers, the Black Skeptics Group, and the Women's Leadership Project, the Women of Color Beyond Belief Conference is the only national secular forum exclusively focused on the perspectives of women of color atheists, agnostics, humanists, freethinkers and skeptics. The conference highlights the social justice work of women of color within the secular community, and provides an intersectional, feminist vision of leadership and activism in secularism. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the conference was rescheduled from 2020, and an online streaming option has been added.

Conference organizers Mandisa Thomas, Sikivu Hutchinson and Bria Crutchfield state, " The Women of Color Beyond Belief team is committed to the safety of our attendees, our speakers, and our sponsors. This conference represents a critical juncture in the emergence of secular feminist activism and organizing. And as we continue to see the growing number of women examine and reject the fallacies of organized religion and faith-based dogma, it is now more important than ever that all our work is more visible, and sufficiently supported."

Student rates are available, and childcare will be available for the in-person event. Sponsorship opportunities are also available, including for economically disadvantaged attendees.

Sponsors for Women of Color Beyond Belief 2021 include: Freedom From Religion Foundation, Compassion and Choices, American Atheists, and the American Humanist Association.

WOCBB 2021 Dates and Venue
September 24-26, 2021
Marriott Chicago Midway Hotel
6520 S. Cicero Ave
Chicago, IL 60638

Website and Information: www.wocbeyondbelief.com

About Black Nonbelievers
Black Nonbelievers is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Headquartered in the Atlanta area, the organization provides an informative, caring, festive and friendly community, and connects with other Blacks (and allies) who are living free of religion and might otherwise be shunned by family and friends. Instead of accepting dogma, Black Nonbelievers determines truth and morality through reason and evidence.

About Black Skeptics Group
Black Skeptics Group is a 501c3 community-based organization that provides social justice resources, educational initiatives and scholarships for non-believers, humanists and secularists of color.

About Women's Leadership Project
The Women's Leadership Project is a Black feminist mentoring, civic engagement and advocacy program for girls of color based in South Los Angeles, focusing on sexual harassment and sexual violence prevention education, women of color social history, reproductive justice, LGBTQI youth rights and college readiness.

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The Ian Somerhalder Foundation (ISF) and the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) are thrilled to announce a generous $1 Million donation from ISF, founded by actor and activist Ian Somerhalder, which will provide transformative support for JGI’s programs to protect the natural world we share and improve the wellbeing of people, other animals, and essential ecosystems around the world.

Los Angeles, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 05/14/2021 -- The Ian Somerhalder Foundation (ISF) and the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) are thrilled to announce a generous $1 Million donation from ISF, founded by actor and activist Ian Somerhalder, which will provide transformative support for JGI's programs to protect the natural world we share and improve the wellbeing of people, other animals, and essential ecosystems around the world.

Dr. Goodall, Ian Somerhalder and Nikki Reed have a shared understanding that everything is interconnected, and that the most essential relationships we have are with the planet we call home and all the other beings with whom we share it.

Through this investment, the Jane Goodall Institute has shared they will be able to expand and deepen their programs which innovate through Jane's visionary approaches to the renowned global youth empowerment program Roots & Shoots, community-led great ape conservation, habitat protection, restoration and regeneration, progressive animal-welfare and sanctuary care, world-changing advocacy and climate action. As Ian, Nikki and Jane all live with a conviction to inspire the next generation to make the world a better place and spread compassion for animals, this grant was a beautiful fit and demonstrates the power of individuals to make a world of difference and shape a better future for all.

Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace, is a global phenomenon celebrating six decades of innovations in science, advocacy in animal welfare, conservation and environmentalism generating positive impacts in Gombe and beyond, for today and for generations to come. Ian Somerhalder, Founder of the Ian Somerhalder Foundation and UN Global Goodwill Ambassador, is a committed conservationist, philanthropist and inspirational leader as a voice for positive planetary change, action and the empowerment and education of young people. Through a generous $1 Million donation from the Ian Somerhalder Foundation to the Jane Goodall Institute, Jane will be acting upon their shared passion for the natural world and a commitment to empowering the next generation.

The Jane Goodall Institute will use this opportunity to invest in the things that matter most to them – protecting our shared planet through innovative science, community-led conservation initiatives, habitat restoration and regeneration, progressive animal-welfare and sanctuary care, world-changing advocacy and climate action and global youth empowerment. As the Ian Somerhalder Foundation has worked to empower, educate and collaborate with people and projects to positively impact the planet and its creatures for over a decade, this grant seemed to be a wonderful fit with the mission and work of the Jane Goodall Institute to make a world of difference and shape a better future for all.

Learn more about the Jane Goodall Institute here.

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2. Glass Jar Photography
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4. © the Jane Goodall Institute/By Anna Mosser
5. Frame X Frame Films
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