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Actions not words: Ten years of Global Volunteer Day - Deutsche Post DHL Group employees support local charitable projects: 9/18/2018 5:43:49 AM; • After the first Volunteer Day was held in the Asia Pacific region in 2008, Global Volunteer Day (#globalvolunteerday) was established worldwide in 2011.
Providing an Insurance Safety Net for Migrant Workers: 9/17/2018 12:02:26 PM; As a migrant providing for your family back home, what do you do if you lose your job? What happens to you and your family if you suffer an injury on the job and aren’t able to send money home? Or, worst of all, what if you lose your life? Who will provide for your family then? Matul believes one answer is insurance.
ONE Statement on Government Response to IDC inquiry on aid definition: 9/14/2018 6:25:51 AM; The Government has issued its response to the International Development Committee’s inquiry into the Definition and Administration of Official Development Assistance (ODA).
Global Business, Government and Agricultural Leaders Announce Land-Focused Commitments to Mitigate Climate Change: 9/14/2018 6:20:49 AM; A cross section of industries and countries came together to announce commitments to improved land stewardship that have the potential to help keep Paris Agreement targets within reach.
Rio Grande do Sul passes law to ban bottom trawling fisheries of all territorial sea: 9/12/2018 4:21:29 AM; The Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul approves legislation to ban harmful fishing practices, protecting marine ecosystems allowing an increase in productivity, and ensuring the future of fishing.
Kaiser Permanente Finalizes Agreement to Enable Carbon Neutrality in 2020: 9/11/2018 5:07:44 AM; Kaiser Permanente, the nation’s largest nonprofit integrated health care system, has finalized an agreement for a major renewable energy purchase that will enable it to achieve its goal of being carbon neutral in 2020.
Escalation of violence in Idlib could be deadly for children, UNICEF warns: 9/10/2018 3:24:46 AM; A further escalation of fighting in Idlib, northwestern Syria, will put the lives of more than 1 million children at imminent risk, UNICEF said. “Thousands of children in Idlib have been forced to leave their homes multiple times and are now living in overcrowded makeshift shelters, with food, water and medicine in dangerously short supply,” said Henrietta Fore, UNICEF …
Sony’s 100% renewables commitment an important first step but needs to be accelerated: 9/10/2018 3:21:41 AM; In response to the announcement that Sony will source all its energy from renewables by 2040, Gary Cook, Senior IT Sector Analyst, Greenpeace USA said: “Greenpeace welcomes Sony’s commitment to power its operations with 100% renewable energy, which is an important first step to becoming a leader on climate change.
TGen-led canine melanoma study identifies genetic basis of disease; potential drug targets: 9/7/2018 12:42:52 PM; As a veterinarian, Dr. Carolyn Duregger is familiar with the telltale signs of canine melanoma. So when she gave her own dog, Parker, a routine oral examination, the 1-centimeter-diameter discolored lump in the pup’s upper right gums took her breath away.
JAY-Z to Present City of Hope Honor to Warner/Chappell’s Jon Platt: 9/5/2018 6:33:40 AM; Jon Platt, Chairman and CEO of Warner/Chappell Music, announced that Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter will be joining him in L.A. for the Oct. 11 City of Hope gala supporting the acclaimed nonprofit clinical research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.
Marine life flies outside UN as world meets to discuss global ocean treaty: 9/5/2018 3:55:24 AM; Greenpeace activists flew a giant turtle outside the United Nations HQ in New York, as countries gathered to begin negotiations, for the first time in history, towards a treaty covering all oceans outside of national borders.
Protecting Temporary Workers from Occupational Health and Safety Hazards: 9/4/2018 4:20:02 PM; Millions of people across the globe work as temporary or contract employees for businesses and institutions. These workers are involved with everything from clerical and administrative functions to construction, manufacturing, industrial, and healthcare services.
Tyson Foods Grant to Help Serve Hungry Neighbors: 9/4/2018 11:04:53 AM; As part of Tyson Foods’commitment to support the communities it serves, the company announced today a $125,000 grant to Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee.
Media Advisory: Global Business, Government and Agricultural Leaders to Identify Path Forward on Climate at Forest, Food & Land Day: 9/3/2018 2:35:54 AM; The founding organizations of the 30X30 Forests, Food and Land Challenge will host a day-long forum bringing together farmers and ranchers, foresters, chefs, Indigenous Peoples, business leaders, elected officials and more who are committed to better land use in the fight against climate change.
“Among The Wolves” Is Now Free on Amazon for 5 Days (9/1/2018 until 9/5/2018): 9/1/2018 6:00:00 AM; Norman Brown is announcing the release of his new book, “Among The Wolves: Exposing False Teachers and Experiencing Spiritual Healing Through Biblical Truth.” It will be available for free download in the Amazon Kindle Store on September 1st.
The Elizabeth Hospice Offers Volunteer Bereavement Facilitator Training: 8/28/2018 7:00:00 AM; The Elizabeth Hospice will host a two-day volunteer training for individuals interested in co-facilitating support groups for children and teens. Administrative support and community outreach volunteers are also needed.
The Elizabeth Hospice Seeks Volunteers Throughout San Diego County and the Inland Empire: 8/23/2018 7:00:00 AM; The Elizabeth Hospice will host its next volunteer orientations on the following dates and locations: • Tuesday, August 28, 2018 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at The Elizabeth Hospice Temecula office located at 27720 Jefferson Ave., Suite 200 Temecula 92590 • Wednesday, August 29, 2018 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at The Elizabeth Hospice Escondido office located at 500 La …
The Ellen Browning Scripps Foundation Awards a $25,000 Grant to Enhance Community Access to Hospice Information: 8/21/2018 7:00:00 AM; The Elizabeth Hospice, a nonprofit healthcare leader serving San Diego County and Southwest Riverside County, is honored to be the recipient of a $25,000 grant from the Ellen Browning Scripps Foundation.
Amsterdam & Partners LLP Retained by Ugandan Political Prisoner Bobi Wine: 8/20/2018 11:08:03 AM; Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, an opposition Member of Parliament of Kyadondo East constituency in Uganda who is most widely known as the pop musician “Bobi Wine,” has retained the international law firm Amsterdam & Partners LLP following his violent arrest on August 14, 2018 while campaigning in the North Western town of Arua following clashes with ruling party cadres.