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Published on Dec 16, 2024

Fargo's Human Rights Commission opens submissions for Martin Luther King Jr. Award

Nominations are being accepted for Fargo’s Human Rights Commission’s Martin Luther King Jr. Award. Zoe Absey is a member of the commission. She says this is the 23rd year the commission has given out this award. "We're looking for folks in the …

Source: Prairie Public - North Dakota - Public Broadcaster
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Fargo Human Rights Commission seeks nominations for Martin Luther King Jr. Day Human Rights Award

FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Nominations are now being accepted for the Human Rights Commission’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Human Rights Awards. Community members are encouraged to submit nominations by Jan. 1, 2025 for individuals and organizations …

Source: Valley News Live - North Dakota - Label Pending
Published on Dec 16, 2024

The Cleveland Orchestra to Host Free Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Concert

(Photo credit: Roger Mastroianni) The Cleveland Orchestra is set host its 45th annual concert honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Soprano Laquita Mitchell and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Chorus are slated to perform with …

Source: Opera Wire - Neutral
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Martin Luther King Jr.'s son calls on Biden to make historic move before leaving the White House as he warns of 'deeply ...

The son of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. has called on President Joe Biden to make one major move before he leaves the White House in January. In an essay for the New York Times, Martin Luther King III urged Biden to commute all 40 federal death …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Commemoration to honor slain Brevard civil rights leaders in Mims

MIMS — Nearly 73 years after a bomb planted beneath a bed in Mims took the lives of Harry and Harriette Moore and ushered in a new era in the civil rights movement, students, educators and civic leaders will hold a special day honoring the pair. The …

Source: Florida Today - Neutral
Published on Dec 14, 2024

Peace Advocate and Daughter of Legendary Civil Rights Leaders Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King is an ...

Dr. Bernice A. King joined the producing team of Oscar-Qualifying, Best Live Action Short Film contender THE REBEL GIRLS last weekend at an FYC Screening at Smart Post Sound in Santa Monica, CA. The film is written and directed by Felicia D Henderson and …

Source: Atlanta Daily World - Georgia - Left-wing
Published on Dec 14, 2024

Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE (Redwood St to Alabama Ave) Bus Priority Project Concept Open House on Jan. 14

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE (Redwood St to Alabama Ave) Bus Priority Project Concept Open House on Jan. 14 (Washington, DC) — The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will host an open house to review proposed …

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Published on Dec 14, 2024

Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE (Redwood St to Alabama Ave) Bus Priority Project Concept Open House on Jan. 14

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE (Redwood St to Alabama Ave) Bus Priority Project Concept Open House on Jan. 14 (Washington, DC) — The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will host an open house to review proposed …

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Published on Dec 13, 2024

Speaker for Toba Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Leadership Breakfast

Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley The Tampa Organization of Black Affairs (TOBA) and the TOBA Foundation announces its selection of Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley as the keynote speaker for its 2025 45th Annual TOBA Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Leadership Breakfast …

Source: Florida Courier - Neutral
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Freedom House celebrates 75 years of service in Roxbury, Dorchester and beyond

In 1946, when Otto Snowden moved back to Boston from New York with his wife Muriel and newborn daughter, the couple considered leaving again. The city was being ravaged by housing and education inequality, with the neighborhood of Roxbury in dire need of …

Source: WBUR - Massachusetts - Public Broadcaster
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Sundance announces 2025 Film Festival shorts

The nonprofit Sundance Institute announced the 57 short films being presented at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. These shorts will screen as part of eight curated Short Film Programs presented by Vimeo that will include fiction, nonfiction and animated …

Source: Park Record - Utah - Neutral
Published on Dec 16, 2024

New Takes On Old History: The Latest In Washington D.C.

As a U.S. citizen, I grew up constantly hearing about Washington D.C. from school, movies and TV shows, and the news. After growing up, I was always curious to go see what it's like in the place that seemed to be the center of my American world, and I …

Source: The Travel - Neutral
Published on Dec 16, 2024

EBONY’s Guide to ATL’s Hot Spots

Gracing the cover of EBONY’s December issue, Latto, the 26-year-old rapper known to many as the reigning queen of Atlanta rap, sat down with us to talk about the impact Atlanta has had on her music and upbringing. Of course, when you think of the city …

Source: EBONY - Label Pending
Published on Dec 16, 2024

‘Blackbird’: The subtlety of Paul McCartney’s social commentary

(Credits: Far Out / Alamy) Although John Lennon played a pivotal role in changing the world and promoting countercultural, progressive values, he wasn’t the only member of The Beatles adept at delivering profound socio-political messages. While Lennon, …

Source: Far Out Magazine - Neutral
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Column: Kash Patel, Trump's FBI pick, would turn the agency into the Federal Bureau of Retribution

WASHINGTON — Kash Patel, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee as the next director of the FBI, has big plans. He has called for the prosecution of a long list of people he accuses of conspiring to undermine Trump, including President Biden, Vice …

Source: Los Angeles Times - Center-left
Published on Dec 11, 2024

Here’s how to get free tickets to The Cleveland Orchestra’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Concert on January 19

CLEVELAND, Ohio --The Cleveland Orchestra is hosting its 45th anniversary concert honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., at 7 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 19. It will be held in the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Concert Hall at Severance Music …

Source: Cleveland.com - Ohio - Neutral
Published on Dec 14, 2024

Packers recognize Wisconsin DHS employee for her education and social justice efforts

GREEN BAY (WLUK) -- A longtime leader in Northeast Wisconsin is being honored by the Green Bay Packers for her "extraordinary work" to make a difference in her community. Mai J. Lo Lee was announced Friday as the team's 2024 Inspire Change …

Source: Fox11 News - Wisconsin - Center-right
Published on Dec 13, 2024

Ball State to name multicultural center for Muncie civil rights activists

Ball State University will name its campus multicultural center for Muncie civil rights activists Vivian Conley and Hurley Goodall. Vivian Conley (Photo: Women’s Equality Day program) Conley founded Ball State’s Non-Traditional Student Association, while …

Source: Indiana Public Radio - Iowa - Public Broadcaster
Published on Dec 13, 2024

Celebrating the legacy of civil rights activist William Brodie

William "Bill" Brodie, a retired Florida A&M University math professor and civil rights activist, died in his sleep Saturday, Nov. 30, at a hospital in Celebration after respiratory failure. The death was confirmed by his family. He was 90. …

Source: Daily Comet - Louisiana - Label Pending

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 17:00 GMT

Korean Adoptees Worldwide Request Korean Government to Refrain from Hague Adoption Convention: End Overseas Adoption Now

"Imagine being told all your life you are an orphan," Janine Vance says, "but 50 years into the future, you learn your family is alive. The agency lied." SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 22:33 GMT

Armstrong, Strinden outline expectations, priorities in first meeting with Cabinet leaders

BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong and Lt. Gov. Michelle Strinden today held their first meeting with the full Governor’s Cabinet, welcoming the agency heads as key leaders in the administration. Armstrong, who took office Sunday, …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 18:53 GMT

OSCE Court of Conciliation and Arbitration in focus at simulation of conciliation

On 2 December, the OSCE Court of Conciliation and Arbitration hosted its first-ever simulation of conciliation proceedings within the Court at the Faculty of Law of the University of Ljubljana and with the support of Professor Vasilka Sancin, Head of the …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 16:30 GMT

SECNAV Del Toro Delivers Remarks at the 11th Annual Women, Peace, and Security Symposium

Good morning, everyone! It is wonderful to be with you in Newport, Rhode Island to speak at the 11th Annual Women, Peace, and Security Symposium. Dr. Johnson, thank you for that kind introduction and for your support of our military and civilian leaders at …

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Published on December 13, 2024 - 17:16 GMT

Winner of the Human Rights Tulip for 2024: Community Peacemaker Teams

NETHERLANDS, December 12 - News item | 12-12-2024 | 19:14 This year’s Human Rights Tulip has been awarded to Community Peacemaker Teams in the autonomous Kurdistan Region in Iraq. Minister of Foreign Affairs Caspar Veldkamp presented the award on 12 …

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Published on December 13, 2024 - 15:11 GMT

Human rights situation in Ukraine deteriorates as attacks intensify amid ongoing persecution in Russian-occupied ...

WARSAW, 13 December 2024 – The human rights situation in Ukraine has continued to worsen amid increased aerial attacks that include systematic strikes on the country’s energy infrastructure, as well as intensified hostilities on the front line, leading to …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 14:20 GMT

Withdraw the ‘Person of the Year’ Award Presented by Sharad Pawar to Mohammad Yunus!

Dr. Muhammad Yunus receiving the ‘Person of the Year’ award from Sharad Pawar, the chief of the Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) After the Sheikh Hasina government was overthrown in Bangladesh, a new government was formed under the …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 13:00 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa: National Reconciliation Day 2024

Address by President Cyril Ramaphosa on the occasion of the Day of Reconciliation, Vredendal North Sports Grounds, Western Cape, Monday, 16 December 2024 Programme Directors, Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Mr Gayton McKenzie, Ministers and Deputy …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 23:48 GMT

EVEREST FAMILY FOUNDATION IN COLLABORATION WITH EDYOU TECHNOLOGIES HOSTED HEARTWARMING WINTER WONDERLAND EVENT

Organizations Merge to Bring Holiday Cheer to Underserved Children throughout Los Angeles County LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Everest Family Foundation was proud to sponsor EdYOU’s Winter Wonderland …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 23:39 GMT

S.H.A.R.E. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORP ANNOUNCES ANNUAL COMMITMENT TO HOUSTON SPCA

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp (SCDC) proudly announces its annual sponsorship of the Houston SPCA, the leading animal rescue and protection organization in the Gulf Coast …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 22:25 GMT

NVBDC and the Modern Military Association of America Continue to Advocate for the LGBTQ+ Veteran Community

National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) and the Modern Military Association of America Continue to Join Forces for the LGBTQ+ Veteran Community DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 22:21 GMT

Room 2 Talk Introduces to the Enneagram: An Innovative Approach to Managing Anxiety

Discover how the Enneagram's powerful insights can help you address anxiety and build resilience with Room 2 Talk's expert therapy team. BRIDGEPORT, IL, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Room 2 Talk, a trusted …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 18:40 GMT

Comedian & Host of The Toast Claudia Oshry Joins the Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation as a Board Member

Renowned media mogul and advocate expands her partnership to support Holocaust education and the fight against hate. LIVINGSTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation ( …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 18:07 GMT

Center for Black Equity Announces Matching Gift Challenge to Raise $100K by Year’s End

Center for Black Equity Board Pledges Donor Match to Amplify Donations for Black LGBTQ+ Communities WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- To accelerate its mission, the Center for Black Equity (CBE) has announced …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 17:28 GMT

Blacks Navigate Burdens of Invisible Work at Home & Workplace, Highlighting Urgent Need to Address these Systemic Issues

Black executives detail need to moderate their hair, tone and attire while managing composure to meet societal and organizational expectations in the workplace TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New Article in the …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 17:00 GMT

Korean Adoptees Worldwide Request Korean Government to Refrain from Hague Adoption Convention: End Overseas Adoption Now

"Imagine being told all your life you are an orphan," Janine Vance says, "but 50 years into the future, you learn your family is alive. The agency lied." SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 14:00 GMT

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR PALM BEACH AND MARTIN COUNTIES OPENS ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP CYCLE ON DECEMBER 16

About 88 Scholarships are Available for High School Seniors Enrolling in Colleges, Universities, and Trade or Vocational Programs in Summer/Fall 2025 WEST PALM BEACH , FL, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 12:31 GMT

Ministry of Defense Approves SGB Treatment for Trauma in Israel

HISTORIC BREAKTHROUGH: Ministry of Defense Approves SGB Treatment for Trauma in Israel – Please help us bring this lifesaving treatment to those in need! CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Erase PTSD Now is …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 12:00 GMT

Autism Evaluations Now Available at Beal Wellness in Atlanta

With shorter wait times and a multi-disciplinary team, Beal Wellness launches autism evaluations in Atlanta, led by Dr. Beal’s decades of experience. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Beal Wellness proudly …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 07:42 GMT

FORMER PRINCIPAL CHIEF CHAD SMITH RELEASES BOOK ON CHEROKEE LEGAL HISTORY AND CURRENT ISSUES

Former Cherokee Nation Chief Smith releases new book, "Cherokee Nation- Proceed Undaunted.", a commentary on Cherokee Nation’s history, corruption, and hope. TAHLEQUAH, OK, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 03:26 GMT

Harrison-Ross Mortuary Announces $7.5 Million Funding Round, Led by Black Unicorn Factory

Harrison and Ross Paving the Way for Historic IPO LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 15, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Harrison-Ross Mortuary, a revered Los Angeles institution for over 85 years, takes a groundbreaking step towards becoming …

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Published on December 15, 2024 - 22:13 GMT

Canadian MP Shaun Chen introduced a Petition to Refer Sri Lanka to Int’l Court of Justice (ICJ) for Tamil Genocide

He introduced it with the support of the Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam (TGTE) COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, December 15, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The petitioners call upon the House of Commons to take legal action before the International …

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Published on December 15, 2024 - 18:35 GMT

Egypt: Completion of the Regional Arabic course on International Humanitarian Law in Sharm El-Sheikh

The course brought together participants from 17 Arab states, marking an important milestone in IHL education across the region. It brought together government officials from different ministries (including Ministries of Defense, Foreign Affairs, and …

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Published on December 14, 2024 - 18:21 GMT

(Video) U.S. Senators and Generals Advocate for Regime Change in Iran at Senate Gathering

Shaheen said," The importance of supporting the Iranian people’s right to self-determination, urging, “We must invest in democracy, human rights, and justice." PARIS, FRANCE, December 14, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Council …

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Published on December 14, 2024 - 14:16 GMT

Winter Wonderland Raises $27,000 for Local Diabetes Community

8th Annual Winter Wonderland Fundraiser Benefits Nevada Diabetes Association. Money raised to help people with diabetes in Northern Nevada. RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, December 14, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cheers to the Nevada Diabetes …

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Published on December 14, 2024 - 00:04 GMT

Plastic Surgery Company Company Raises $10,000 to SupportThe Conrad Breast Center

Hall & Wrye Plastic Surgeons Fundraiser Raises $10,000 to Support Breast Cancer Education and The Conrad Breast Center RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The inaugural Pink Party Fundraiser, hosted by Hall and …

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Published on December 13, 2024 - 21:02 GMT

Arizona Prison Population Faces Challenges in Transition to New Facility

Peaceful Prisoners use publicist instead of violence TUCSON, AZ, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Arizona Prison Population Faces Challenges in Transition to New Facility A group of incarcerated individuals in Arizona, …

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Published on December 13, 2024 - 20:33 GMT

Irish Echo Newspaper Publishes Excerpt of The Remembering Of Leather & Stone by Charles Paul Collins for its Readers

"Through the eyes of three pioneers, the hard road to the American dream reimagined." NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Irish Echo - The Oldest Irish American Newspaper in USA, established in 1928 …

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