WHO: Mayor Eric Adams and Multifaith Leaders

WHAT: Vigil and Press Conference to denounce last night’s murder of two Israeli embassy employees in Washington DC.

WHEN: Yesterday, Thursday, May 22nd, 12PM

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On October 1st, the CTA Foundation hosted an Accessibility Roundtable at Verizon’s Technology and Policy Center in Washington, D.C., to mark the start of Disability Employment Month.

The event featured insights from Assistant Secretary Taryn Williams and a panel of CTA Foundation and Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation grant recipients, discussing the future of accessibility in technology.

Thanks to our sponsors—Verizon, Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation, and Brunswick Corporation—and to everyone who attended and contributed to the conversation.

3. Save the date for #GivingTuesday on December 3rd

The CTA Foundation Health Innovation Challenge, thanks to a seed grant from the WITH Foundation, asks consumer technology companies to leverage their products to solve challenges faced by those with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) in accessing digital health care.

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Roosevelt Islander Jim Luce, founder of Orphans International Worldwide will be honored with this award tomorrow – December 14th – in Washington. Once again, he turns the spotlight on this local community and its immeasurable impact on the world.

The Roosevelt Island Daily News

Here is the EAWC’s press release.

On December 14, 2023, the European American Women’s Council (EAWC) will host its 27th Annual Global Goddess Artemis Awards Ceremony at the U.S. Capitol Rayburn Building on Capitol Hill.

The distinguished event will be attended by members of Congress, along with prominent leaders and celebrities from Greece, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and the United States. Hon. Carolyn B. Maloney, former Congresswoman representing Manhattan’s Upper East Side and Roosevelt Island, will serve as the Honorary Host.

The ceremony will take place in the U. S. Capitol Rayburn Building with an audience comprised of members of Congress and other distinguished leaders and celebrities in attendance from Greece, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and the United States.

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Roosevelt Island resident Jim Luce will be presented with the Artemis Award for his exceptional quarter-century dedication to Orphans International Worldwide, an organization he founded inspired by his adopted Indonesian infant son and child psychologist mother in Boston.

The Artemis Award, bestowed for 27 years, acknowledges individuals aligned with the EAWC mission who have made noteworthy contributions in their respective fields.

Expressing gratitude, Jim Luce acknowledges Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney’s enduring support, citing her instrumental role in facilitating visas for their staff and commemorating her impact with a dedicated home in Aceh, Indonesia.

Jim emphasizes Congresswoman Maloney’s unwavering commitment to advancing women’s rights and gender equality, hailing her as a tireless advocate and champion for women worldwide.

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In extending thanks, Jim recognizes Loula Loi Alafoyiannis, Founder & Executive Global President of EAWC, praising her as a fierce advocate, ally, advisor, confidant, and friend. He highlights Loula’s significant contributions in mentoring and educating the next generation of women for success in a dynamic world.

Jim Luce’s connection with Loula Loi Alafoyiannis dates to the aftermath of the 2004 Tsunami when she presented Orphans International Worldwide with a substantial donation of $42,000 for the children in Sri Lanka.

for more info, go to https://rooseveltislanddaily.news/2023/12/13/roosevelt-island-proud-jim-luce-gets-goddess-artemis-award-in-dc/

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American actress & singer Mary Millben, who has performed for several US presidents, including George Bush, Barack Obama and Donald Trump, greeted India on her 74th Independence Day and performed the national anthem, ‘Jana Gana Mana’ with passion & enthusiasm in Washington DC.

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Happy Juneteenth Weekend
“WOW!! What a beautiful piece of music”

Dr. Nick, SiriusXM and WPFW-FM Radio, Washington, DC
regarding JUNETEENTH, The Song

Listen now:
https://chipshelton.bandcamp.com/track/juneteenth-the-song

Jim Klein- guitar, producer; Sipho Kunene- percussion;
Chip Shelton- piano, voice

NAACP Presents Juneteenth Family Reunion and Virtual Town
NAACP Presents Juneteenth Family Reunion and Virtual Town Hall

Washington, D.C. (June 18, 2020) – The NAACP, in conjunction with REVOLT, will host a special virtual Juneteenth Black Family Reunion and Juneteenth virtual Town Hall on Friday, June 19th at 4 PM ET/ 1 PM PT and 6PM ET/3PM PT. The afternoon of events will commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States with music, moments, and discussions around the growing awareness of racial disparities, mobilization, and bold actions necessary to further the fight for social justice and equal opportunity throughout the nation.

The Juneteenth Black Family Reunion will be hosted by Nischelle Turner of Entertainment Tonight with special guest appearances from Deon Cole, Actor and Comedian from Black-ish, Jenifer Lewihttp://goodnewsplanet.com/wp-admin/media-upload.php?post_id=65373&type=image&TB_iframe=1s, Actress from Black-ish, Whoopi Goldberg, award-winning actress and co-host of The View, Kierra Sheard, gospel-recording artist and actress, and Captain Kirk Douglas, legendary guitarist from The Roots, and many more.

“For many across this nation, Juneteenth signifies a momentous occasion that brings to light the sobering past of America,” said Derrick Johnson, president and CEO, NAACP. “I am looking forward to joining with people from across the country to commemorate Juneteenth while also discussing actions and sweeping changes needed to move us toward freedom and justice.”

The capstone event for the Juneteenth Black Family Reunion will be the Juneteenth virtual town hall conversation (6PM ET/3PM PT) moderated by Angela Rye, CNN Commentator discussing the actions and sweeping changes needed to move toward freedom and justice. Panel will include Cari Champion, journalist and former ESPN Anchor.

Participants can view both events LIVE on NAACP or REVOLT YouTube channels:

NAACP: Youtube.com/NAACP

REVOLT: Youtube.com/REVOLTTV

Click here to RSVP for the NAACP Juneteenth Black Family Reunion/Virtual Town Hall

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Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation’s oldest and largest nonpartisan civil rights organization. Its members throughout the United States and the world are the premier advocates for civil rights in their communities. You can read more about the NAACP’s work and our six “Game Changer” issue areas here.

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Breakthrough Book Demystifies the Immune System and the Maze of Auto-Immunity to Help Guide Readers on Clear Path Towards Vibrant Health
Are you listening to the messages your body is giving? Your immune system is a powerful force that is designed to protect you, sending you signals when it is time to make an adjustment.

The problem is that too often doctors tell us that we are “fine,” or that our headaches and weight gain are caused simply by stress. These symptoms are not normal, and may indicate a current or potential autoimmune condition that can only get worse if not addressed. Focusing on tried-and-tested solutions to not only help you feel better, but heal the inflammation that is causing symptoms or disease, The Autoimmune Fix will teach you how to reverse autoimmunity before it’s too late.

In The Autoimmune Fix, Dr. Tom O’Bryan incites a revolution against mediocre health and urges us to “wake up” by no longer accepting that our unfavorable symptoms or disease diagnoses are here to stay. Rampant chronic disease and autoimmune disorders are increasing and traditional medicine in the U.S. tends to treat only symptoms as they arise. With the empowering information set forth in this book, it is no longer necessary to sit back and accept the medical establishment’s reasoning behind your weight gain, fatigue and digestive issues. The science is in: your diet plays a key role in the presence of inflammation and the functioning of your immune system. This groundbreaking book also highlights the shocking revelation that many doctors are completely unaware of the latest medical research on the immune

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She has authored and co-edited over eight books and over 65 scholarly, peer reviewed journal articles and book chapters that have examined the IMF, the World Bank, petrodollars, the Middle East, and Arab youth. Dr. Momani has received numerous Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council awards and prizes for her research on global economic governance and political economy of the Middle East. Her most recent book, Arab Dawn, was published by the University of Toronto Press and has received wide praise for its innovative look at the Middle East and its economic potential.

Dr. Momani has been a public commentator and analyst on the Global Economy, Middle East and the Arab Spring. She is a regular contributor to CBC radio and is a Middle East analyst on CTV News, CBC’s The National, Al-Jazeera English, Bloomberg TV, Business News Network (BNN) and TVOs the Agenda. Dr. Momani is a regular contributor to national and international media on the Arab Spring and on global economic governance issues. She has written for the New York Times, The Economist, The Globe and Mail, The Toronto Star, The Ottawa Citizen, and many other reputable international newspapers. She sits on the boards of the Canadian Arab Business Council, The Canadian Arab Institute and the Centre for Security Governance.

She spoke at the

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Campus Coach Lines President and Founder Bert Askwith, Honored by ABA Board of Directors
The American Bus Association Board of Directors honored longtime motorcoach owner/operator and
industry legend Bert Askwith at its spring board meeting May 2 in suburban Washington, D.C. The
presentation was made by ABA Chairman Tom JeBran to salute Askwith for nearly 85 years of
continuous service to the motorcoach industry.

In March, Bert turned 102, celebrating his birthday by going to work in Manhattan where he is President of Campus Coach Lines. Bert founded Campus Coach Lines in 1928 while he was a student at the University of Michigan, taking classmates from Ann Arbor to the east coast at a fraction of the cost of rail travel. The company was so successful that he put himself through college with the money he earned. In 1931, while the Great Depression weakened the economy; Bert moved the business to New York City where it continues operations today, 83 years later.

During his long and distinguished career, Bert has served in a variety of high-profile national and
regional industry leadership positions, including a nearly 20-year tenure on ABA’s Board of Directors.
In 2010 the Board made him an honorary lifetime member. Bert also served as the first Chairman of
the ABA Foundation Board of Governors and continues his service to the ABA Foundation as
Chairman Emeritus. Bert also served for six years as the President of the New York State Bus
Association.

Bert is also known for his generous charitable contributions. Among his favorite charities are the
United Way and his beloved University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.

In typical fashion, Bert is always looking ahead, and as he accepted the award, he told his colleagues,
“Thank you for this honor, I am looking forward to working with you for many more years.” ABA Board Chairman Tom JeBran said of his longtime friendship and associate.

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Send your Valentine the gift of Age Less at DC Ranch

Age Less: An Anti Aging Wellness Symposium Feb. 15 at DC Ranch Homestead Age Less: An Anti Aging Wellness Symposium is all about age rejuvenation and age reversal practices. The Age Less event is focused exclusively on teaching attendees how to “hold back” the hands of time and even reverse the aging process.  They will learn a series of health and wellness routines, practices and products. There will also be a silent auction where the net proceeds benefit the Justa Center Homeless Day Care Center for Elders in Phoenix. For those who buy a ticket before Feb. 14 will receive a gift bag worth $25. Please visit Cloud Nine Health to reserve your spot today, seating is limited

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PEACE PLEASE delivers products and messages that promote peace and peaceful coexistence. Our goal is to help people find a visible means to express their hopes for the world. Our original three t-shirts (Lincoln, Peace on Earth and Jefferson) were born from and for the streets in October 2002. They were included in “Times of War – Signs of Peace,” an exhibition held in New York in 2003 showcasing the visual voice of peace marchers. More recently, starting in December 2011, the PEACE PLEASE designed and produced Peace Symbol Lights were featured in the “Light but not Light” installation, a collaboration between PEACE PLEASE and 0.00156 acres Gallery in New York.

PEACE PLEASE contributes monies from sales to groups that promote peace and coexistence, some of which you’ll find listed on the links page. Funds are additionally being used for the creation of an international peace channel. To direct the donation from your purchase specifically to one of the organizations listed, send us a separate email stating your wish and we will contribute the monies accordingly. On the message side we have a Gallery, presently featuring “People for Peace.” Our parent, The Peace Channel Network, Inc., also runs “Voices for Peace,” an area for anyone to leave messages about peace and coexistence and share ideas as to how we can best bring these ideals about. Add your voice – together we can make a difference.

      *All photographs throughout PEACE PLEASE are by WF Cieben, taken at rallies in Washington D.C.,
New York and Philadelphia from February 2003 – August 2004. PEACE PLEASE is proud to present
in its gallery a new exhibit by Cieben “People for Peace”. To visit the Gallery and the exhibit,
click on the picture above or any of the photos throughout PEACE PLEASE.

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