Sexual Assault Awareness Month

FHU Students, Community Learn to Support, Listen during Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month

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Friday, October 21, 2022
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HENDERSON, Tenn., October 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month brought Freed-Hardeman University students together for an awareness event in the commons Sept. 27, 2022.

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  • HENDERSON, Tenn., October 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month brought Freed-Hardeman University students together for an awareness event in the commons Sept. 27, 2022.
  • Individuals also had the opportunity to speak privately with mental health counselors and on an open microphone for public sharing.
  • "It really is nice to know that the FHU family cares about us students," said FHU student LeighAnne Dugger.
  • "We know that prevention is essential and suicide does not have to be a part of our lives," McNeil said.

May is Ultraviolet Awareness (UV) Month at Prevent Blindness, Designed to Educate the Public on the Best Ways to Keep Eyes Safe from UV Damage

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Monday, April 25, 2022
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CHICAGO, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As the warmer weather begins to encourage more outdoor activities, Prevent Blindness, the nation's oldest eye health and safety organization, has declared May as Ultraviolet (UV) Awareness Month. The nonprofit group is seeking to educate the public on the negative effects of UV exposure to the eyes and vision, offering a dedicated webpage, PreventBlindness.org/sun-and-vision, downloadable fact sheets and shareable social media infographics.

Key Points: 
  • Over time, the effects of UV rays may help cause a number of eye problems.
  • They can damage the macula, a part of the retina at the back of the eye.
  • Prevent Blindness strongly recommends wearing UV-blocking sunglasses as well as a brimmed hat to provide the best protection against UV rays.
  • For more information on UV eye protection, please visit the Prevent Blindness dedicated webpage at PreventBlindness.org/sun-and-vision , or call (800) 331-2020.

National Sexual Violence Resource Center Recognizes Leaders in Sexual Violence Prevention With 2022 Visionary Voice Awards

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022
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HARRISBURG, Pa., April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) announced today 29 recipients of its 2022 Visionary Voice Awards. These honorees represent a wide range of disciplines from across the country and were selected for their outstanding work toward preventing sexual harassment, misconduct and abuse.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) announced today 29 recipients of its 2022 Visionary Voice Awards.
  • The Visionary Voice Awards are presented annually by NSVRC, the leading nonprofit in providing information and tools to prevent and respond to sexual violence, in conjunction with Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM).
  • SAAM is a national campaign held each April to raise awareness about preventing sexual violence.
  • NSVRC is also one of the three founding organizations of RALIANCE, a national, collaborative initiative dedicated to ending sexual violence in one generation.

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York Launches Centralized Crisis Hotline for Survivors of Sexual Violence

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Thursday, April 7, 2022
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NEW YORK, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness month, today Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) announces the launch of its new centralized Survivor Support Services crisis hotline for survivors of sexual violence.

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  • NEW YORK, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness month, today Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) announces the launch of its new centralized Survivor Support Services crisis hotline for survivors of sexual violence.
  • The hotline connects individuals to PPGNY's Survivor Support Services counselors who are trained and certified to provide trauma-informed rape crisis counseling.
  • The Survivor Support Service crisis hotline is the result of an alignment between PPGNY's Sexual Assault Resource Center and Victim Advocacy Services.
  • We want survivors to know that Planned Parenthood of Greater New York sees you, we believe you, and we care about you."

SpotTheLine Releases Free App to Help Users Identify, Prevent, and Manage Incidents of Sexual Harassment

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Landmark Safety Tool Gives Users "Power in their Pocket"; Helps Victims of the 75% of Sexual Harassment Workplace Incidents that are Never Reported

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  • SpotTheLine, a provider of unique apps for the assessment, treatment, and prevention of all forms of sexual misconduct, has launched The Sexual Harassment Meter, a free mobile app available to anyone wondering if an incident in their workplace or organization has "crossed the line" to sexual harassment.
  • The Sexual Harassment Meter is an easy-to-use, no-cost 'life preserver' for anyone who works or belongs to an organization where sexual harassment isor could bean issue.
  • "The fact that the existence of this app makes me uncomfortable is the exact reason the Sexual Harassment Meter is needed," said Christine Perkett, CEO at SpotTheLine.
  • SpotTheLine was founded in 2020 by Donna Moore, a writer and female empowerment activist, and Lauren Roselle, a sexual harassment expert and assault prevention trainer.

Saprea bringing awareness about child sexual abuse in April

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Thursday, March 31, 2022
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Saprea provides free resources that empower parents and communities to fight against the epidemic of child sexual abuse.

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  • Saprea provides free resources that empower parents and communities to fight against the epidemic of child sexual abuse.
  • Throughout April, the global nonprofit Saprea is increasing awareness about child sexual abuse during National Child Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
  • Saprea exists to liberate individuals and society from child sexual abuse and its lasting impacts.
  • Yadon invites parents and communities to become educated during April awareness month about child sexual abuse by accessing Saprea's free resources at saprea.org.

Rush Street Interactive Becomes First U.S.-based Online Gaming & Betting Company to Receive Accreditations Under the Responsible Gambling Council’s RG Check

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Thursday, March 31, 2022
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RG Check is regarded as the worlds most comprehensive and rigorous responsible gaming accreditation program.

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  • RG Check is regarded as the worlds most comprehensive and rigorous responsible gaming accreditation program.
  • RG Check is a clear demonstration that an operator prioritizes and embeds responsible gambling into the core of its operations.
  • RGC commends BetRivers.com and PlaySugarHouse.com for achieving RG Check Accreditation, said Shelley White, CEO of the Responsible Gambling Council.
  • Rush Street Interactive is currently live in thirteen states in the U.S. and also internationally in the regulated gaming market of Colombia.

In 21st Annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month Campaign, NSVRC Shares the Importance of Safe Online Spaces

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022
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HARRISBURG, Pa., March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) commemorates the start of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in April with their 'Building Safe Online Spaces Together' campaign to highlight the role that each of us can play in creating safe, respectful and equitable online communities. For too long, harassment, cyberbullying and exploitation have been seen as inevitable behaviors online. During this month-long campaign, NSVRC is making it clear that everyone can practice consent, intervene when we see harmful behaviors and promote safety and respect — both online and offline.

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  • Free online campaign materials include resources on understanding online sexual abuse , supporting survivors , building safe online communities , practicing digital consent , keeping kids safe online and taking action to intervene .NSVRC has also developed virtual event templates to help individuals and organizations host their own online events.
  • "Sexual Assault Awareness Month is an opportunity to educate about how each of us can prevent sexual harassment, assault and abuse," said Laura Palumbo, Communications Director at NSVRC.
  • The 'Building Safe Online Spaces Together' campaign gives clear examples of how we can connect online and offline in safe, respectful ways."
  • Every April, NSVRC leads Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a campaign to educate and engage the public in addressing this widespread issue.

Hopebridge Autism Therapy Services Encourages Community to Celebrate Autism Awareness, Acceptance and Advocacy Month

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022
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Indianapolis, March 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an effort to spark more education, inclusivity and support around the autism community, while also celebrating this populations achievements, Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers is reframing the month of April as Autism Awareness, Acceptance and Advocacy Month, or A4 Month for short.

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  • Indianapolis, March 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an effort to spark more education, inclusivity and support around the autism community, while also celebrating this populations achievements, Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers is reframing the month of April as Autism Awareness, Acceptance and Advocacy Month, or A4 Month for short.
  • Just as autism is a spectrum, so is our view of the month dedicated to it, said Hopebridge CEO Dennis May.
  • Designating April as Autism Awareness, Acceptance and Advocacy Month may be a shift in language, but not in our thinking.
  • From its start in Indiana, Hopebridge continues to open state-of-the-art autism therapy centers in new communities to reach patients and families who need services.

Shady Grove Fertility (SGF) physicians host free virtual events throughout March honoring Endometriosis Awareness Month

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Friday, February 25, 2022
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ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Individuals and couples struggling with infertility are invited to join Shady Grove Fertility's (SGF) three, free virtual events featuring topics including endometriosis, fertility basics, and menstrual cycles.

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  • ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Individuals and couples struggling with infertility are invited to join Shady Grove Fertility's (SGF) three, free virtual events featuring topics including endometriosis, fertility basics, and menstrual cycles.
  • In support of those affected by endometriosis, and to honor Endometriosis Awareness Month this March, Joseph Osheroff, M.D.
  • , who sees patients at SGF's Columbia, Maryland , office, will host a virtual Endometriosis webinar on March 1 at 12 p.m.
  • , who sees patients at SGF's Warrington, Pennsylvania , office, will host a Fertility 101 webinar on March 15 at 12 p.m.