News by subject: DEI

Ten innovative teams from across Canada's North were awarded a share of over $3.2 million for their groundbreaking by the North and for the North projects. The prizes were awarded during a celebration held tonight in Whitehorse in partnership with...

Leith Wheeler Investment Counsel Ltd., manager of the Leith Wheeler Investment Funds, announces today that it has discovered an error in the Management Reports of Fund Performance ("MRFPs") dated December 31, 2023 all of its publicly offered mutual...

As announced from the Federation of Gay Games, this milestone allows Denver to continue down the path towards hosting the world's largest LGBTQ+ sport and culture event with over 10,000 participants expected. Denver was the only American city to...

The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism and the Division of Festivals celebrate the resounding success of the 2024 St. Thomas Carnival....

Today, AARP Pennsylvania released a 2024 statewide election survey that shows candidates for President, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Pennsylvanians ages 50 and older. Eighty-percent of voters ages 50+ report that...

For the 12th year in a row, NYU Langone Health has been named an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader in recognition of its commitment to providing high-quality, comprehensive care for all patients and a safe, supportive environment for employees. NYU...

Backpack Healthcare (formerly Youme Healthcare), an online pediatric mental healthcare provider, announced today that it has raised a $14 million Series A funding round led by PACE Healthcare Capital with participation from ECMC, Techstars, Collab...

Family Research Council, along with a coalition of organizations, is encouraging churches nationwide to Pray For & Stand With Israel. The event is meant as a call for the Christian community to unite in prayer and stand in unwavering support for...

As part of a sustained effort to provide families in Tuolumne County and beyond with a vacation destination that offers memorable entertainment options to guests of all ages, Black Oak Casino Resort is pleased to announce the details of a major...

On Lok will host its annual On Lok Celebrates Friday, May 17th at Pier 27 in San Francisco. This year's theme, "The Blueprint of Senior Care," will honor On Lok's legacy of empowering Bay Area seniors to age at home with dignity and independence,...

A lawsuit was certified as a class action on behalf of people who were subjected to sexual abuse while attending Nunavut schools in Resolute Bay or Clyde River between April 1, 1969 and July 30, 1981 and who were sexually abused by teacher Maurice...

Mick Hunt, the dynamic force behind the #1 Self-Improvement podcast "Mick Unplugged," is celebrated as one of Black Leaders Worldwide's Men To Watch 2024 honorees as he continues to make waves in the world of leadership and personal development....

The Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador (AFNQL) wants to remind the Quebec government that Quebec's history began long before the arrival of Europeans on the territory. The AFNQL is therefore reacting to the remarks made by Prime Minister...

Four student teams from around the world are regional winners in Otis' Made to Move Communities student challenge. In the fourth annual competition, students developed innovative mobility solutions aimed at expanding access to green space in urban...

Radicle Science, award-winning healthtech B-corp and Proof-as-a-Service pioneer, proudly announces the appointment of Pamela Jones Harbour, the first African-American female Commissioner of the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC), to its...

In celebration of its 10th year, the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give is increasing its record-breaking 2023 donation goal of $1.25 million to $2 million, marking a decade of the tournament's unwavering commitment to helping feed hungry families...

Global Catalytic Ministries (GCM). As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran and protests intensify globally condemning Israel and supporting Hamas, GCM's CEO Mike Patino called for a closed meeting with its underground coaches worldwide. The...

The Human Rights Campaign Foundation has awarded AvitaCare Atlanta 100% on its 2024 Healthcare Equality Index (HEI), securing it a coveted designation as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader....

The National Association of Letter Carriers' annual Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive will be held on Saturday, May 11. The letter carrier food drive, which began in 1993, is the country's largest single-day food drive....

LeadingAge Minnesota and Care Providers of Minnesota today announced the launch of the CaringCareersStartHere.com, a resource dedicated to helping Minnesotans explore careers in caregiving....

Hill initially applied for roof repairs through the Habitat Detroit Veteran Critical Repair Program. Being one of Habitat for Humanity's key partners, Victors Home Solutions has been asked to assist....

After nearly 40 years of serving families financially in the South Florida area, Guerra Financial Group has announced a complete rebranding, including a new name, logo and visual identity....

Executive Home Care, a leading provider of in-home care services, emphasizes the importance of mental health in senior care during Mental Health Awareness Month. As the aging population grows, mental health issues among seniors, such as depression,...

In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, Assisted Living Locators, a leading senior care referral and placement agency, is emphasizing the vital role of socialization in promoting both mental and physical health in assisted living communities....

The Kia EV9 charges ahead at the 2024 Northwest Automotive Press Association (NWAPA) Mudfest event, taking home "Outdoor Utility Vehicle" and "Three-Row Family SUV" awards....

Popilush, a pioneer in shapewear apparel, has launched its first TV commercial, "Live Lush," to inspire women to become the most confident version of themselves. Created by Amp, the spot showcases the stories of three...

Loud And Live, the South Florida-based entertainment, live events, marketing and media company, along with Alegria Corp, announce their most anticipated collaboration: the new tour of one of the most important motivators in Latin America, Daniel...

As educators, students, and families begin to celebrate Children's Book Week (May 6-12), the Diverse Books for All Coalition is thrilled to announce the purchase and availability of 145,000 diverse books building on the Coalition's commitment to...

Everyone wants to have less stress. In his new book, Highway to Your Happy Place: A Roadmap to Less Stress, Gary Sprouse M.D. ? also known as The Less Stress Doc ? reveals tools to help people reduce or eliminate stress and enjoy their lives....

Dive deep into the realms of mindfulness and meditation with the latest release from acclaimed author Jenah Victor, "Soul Quest: Discovering Your Divine Destiny". This book is not merely a read; it's an interactive guide crafted to navigate you...

Today, the American Cancer Society (ACS) is proud to announce the launch of the VOICES of Black Women® study, the largest behavioral and environmental focused population study of cancer risk and outcomes in Black women in the United States.  Designed...

More U.S. microbusinesses are using generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to grow and compete, with 50% of owners and operators recently surveyed indicating they have tried Gen AI tools in the past few months. The findings come from GoDaddy's...

Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) has opened its 300th Retail Evolution (RE) dealership with Luther Mazda in Kansas City, Mo. Mazda's Retail Evolution program, in the market since 2014, is focused on uplifting customer experience through...

Ahead of Mother's Day, the iconic Mexican cookie brand Marias Gamesa® is bringing back Cafecito con Marias Gamesa, a platform offering a virtual community of support for Latinas navigating motherhood in the U.S. This year, Marias...

At the young age of 18 years old, Bea Ann Amark made a decision that would change her life; she joined the Army. Sharing her unique place in history, she has released "Two Week WAC: A Memoir," where she gives readers a first-hand account of being one...

Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC (PPMW) recently received an Underserved Communities Projects grant from Montgomery County, Maryland, to grow the PPMW Promotoras de Salud community health outreach program. The Promotoras de Salud...

Embark on a journey through time where history and culture meet creativity and fashion in this special exhibition opening May 11 at Jamestown Settlement featuring the legendary costumes of Ruth E. Carter, two-time Academy Award winner.   ...

Burrell Communications Group, one of the world's most highly regarded Black-owned advertising agencies, has announced the appointment and promotion of several senior-level executives to complete its long anticipated restructuring, and its growing...

The PenFed Foundation, a national 501(c)3 founded by PenFed Credit Union, announces the humanitarian and community hero honorees for the 2024 Celebration of Service Gala. The event will bring together military heroes, business and community leaders...

The governments of Canada and Quebec, in collaboration with Mission Unitaînés and the City of Rimouski, have announced the construction of a 100-unit social and affordable housing building for independent seniors over the next two years. The funding...

Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania revealed a powerful new bone marrow atlas that will offer the public a first-of-its-kind visual passport into the spectrum...

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today announced a new initiative aimed at supporting women's health in Greater Boston through...

Palliative care improves the quality of life and comfort of seriously ill patients and their families. Some people experience more challenges than others when accessing palliative care, including people aged 85 and over, those with dementia, mental...

Expedia Group today released its 2023 Global Impact Report highlighting actions taken and progress made in pursuit of the company's environmental, social and governance targets and commitments. Formally launched in 2022, Expedia Group's Open Worldtm...

Electronic Caregiver, a leading provider of digital health technology and service solutions, and Cognitive Systems Corp., creators of the world's leading Wi-Fi Sensing technology, announce a partnership to distribute CareAwaretm, a WiFi...

Today, Langco + Partners announced that its President & CEO Courtney Lang was honored by the National Minority Quality Forum (NMQF) with the "Outstanding Leader" award during the 2024 National Annual Summit on Health Disparities....

Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities...

Twenty-one projects leading the way in sustainable, equitable, and socially just land use and real estate are finalists for the 2024 Land Awards....

Woodland Cree First Nation is formally notifying Obsidian Energy Ltd. and their shareholders that the proposed expansion of their drilling operations on their Traditional Territory has been rejected by the WCFN and its Chief and Council....

The Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu, issued the following statement today: "When Lindsay Iron graduated from her university nursing program, she was driven by a single goal: to return home and serve her people. Since then, Lindsay, an...