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LATV Launches New Series 'Royal T', Celebrating the Worldwide Trans and Non-Binary Community

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Monday, November 27, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continued push to elevate diverse programming, Latino Alternative Television (www.latv.com), the leading English-speaking Gen Z and Millennial Latino entertainment network in the nation, and the second-largest U.S Hispanic-focused digital network, will premiere "Royal T" on November 28. Hosted by Queen Victoria Ortega, the series is an inspiring, fun, and fierce half-hour talk show honoring excellence in the trans and non-binary community.

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  • Hosted by Queen Victoria Ortega, the series is an inspiring, fun, and fierce half-hour talk show honoring excellence in the trans and non-binary community.
  • "Royal T" is the latest big title series from LATV's LGBTQ+ content under the umbrella of the network's "LATV Queer" programming.
  • "I've always loved that we have the platform at LATV to create opportunities that allow us the privilege to work with these diverse communities," says Andres Palencia, CEO of LATV.
  • "Royal T" will blend Queen Victoria Ortega's brand of "get it done" service and community activism with her trademark spicy wit, broad knowledge, and connection to the trans and non-binary community.

LA City Council Expected to Save Morris Kight Home

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

A wide-ranging group of advocates will be out in force at Los Angeles City Hall tomorrow (Tuesday, August 8) to testify and urge City Councilmembers to approve Historic Cultural Monument (HCM) status for the residence of Morris Kight, a respected 20th century Los Angeles LGBTQ+ rights pioneer.

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  • A wide-ranging group of advocates will be out in force at Los Angeles City Hall tomorrow (Tuesday, August 8) to testify and urge City Councilmembers to approve Historic Cultural Monument (HCM) status for the residence of Morris Kight, a respected 20th century Los Angeles LGBTQ+ rights pioneer.
  • Based on assurances from the Councilmember’s office, Hernandez is expected to make a motion Tuesday urging the full council to adopt Historic Cultural Monument status for the Kight home.
  • AHF and Housing is a Human Right (HHR), a division of AHF, strongly support the City Council approving historic designation for the Kight home.
  • The Stonewall Democratic Club, the Los Angeles LGBT Center and the Los Angeles Conservancy are also backing HCM status for the property.

The New York Women's Foundation Doubles Down on Investment to Advance Reproductive Justice, Safety & Healing Through Summer 2023 Grantmaking Efforts

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

NEW YORK, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The New York Women's Foundation (NYWF) announced $2.57 million of grantmaking in support of 34 organizations, both new and renewals to existing grantee partners, with a focus on reproductive justice, safety and healing, and emerging organizations and movements. For its June grants, The Foundation is investing in the infrastructure and sustainability of our communities and shaping our stories, while advancing its early investment strategy to create a more equitable and just future. As backlash against the movement for gender, racial, and economic justice continues, The Foundation acts in solidarity with partners by stepping up its investment in those closest to the issues.

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  • NEW YORK, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The New York Women's Foundation (NYWF) announced $2.57 million of grantmaking in support of 34 organizations, both new and renewals to existing grantee partners, with a focus on reproductive justice, safety and healing, and emerging organizations and movements.
  • As backlash against the movement for gender, racial, and economic justice continues, The Foundation acts in solidarity with partners by stepping up its investment in those closest to the issues.
  • For the first time since the pandemic began, The Foundation engaged in a participatory grantmaking process in partnership with its Grants Advisory Committee (GAC).
  • The Foundation has a longstanding history of early investment as a core strategy, and these grants are a five-year commitment to these grassroots organizations.

Protesters Press Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez to Save Morris Kight Residence

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Monday, June 5, 2023

Preservation-minded activists from AHF and its housing advocacy arm, Housing Is A Human Right , will stage a protest Monday June 5th targeting Los Angeles City Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez at her Field Office in Glassell Park.

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  • Preservation-minded activists from AHF and its housing advocacy arm, Housing Is A Human Right , will stage a protest Monday June 5th targeting Los Angeles City Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez at her Field Office in Glassell Park.
  • Protesters will ask Hernandez to help preserve the residence of 20th century Los Angeles LGBTQ rights pioneer Morris Kight.
  • A petition for Historic Cultural Monument (HCM) status for the Kight residence will be heard by the city’s PLUM Committee on Tuesday, June 6th at 2:00 p.m.
  • The home, on 4th Street in the Westlake neighborhood, is listed on the California Register of Historical Resources .

AHF Urges Preservation of Morris Kight’s Home

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Friday, June 2, 2023

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is calling on Los Angeles city officials – and seeking the public’s support – to save the home of 20th century Los Angeles LGBTQ rights pioneer Morris Kight.

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  • AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is calling on Los Angeles city officials – and seeking the public’s support – to save the home of 20th century Los Angeles LGBTQ rights pioneer Morris Kight.
  • Currently, less than one percent of the city’s HCM sites honor the LGBTQ+ community.
  • People may also visit the website: www.savemorriskights4thstreet.com and can also sign a petition urging city officials to preserve Kight’s home.
  • To learn more about AHF, visit us online at AIDShealth.org , find us on Facebook , follow us on Instagram and Twitter , and subscribe to our Ahfter Hours podcast.

NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP AIMS TO TARGET ANTI-BULLYING WITH NEW 'GAME OUT LOUD' PRIDE CAMPAIGN

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Monday, May 15, 2023

LOS ANGELES, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NYX Professional Makeup today announced the launch of the 'Game Out Loud' pride campaign, bringing awareness to anti-LGBTQIA+ bullying in the online gaming world. Nearly 90 percent of LGBTQIA+ gamers have been harassed about their identities online. With the launch of the 'Game Out Loud' campaign, the brand aims to target hate by creating safe spaces both in the metaverse and in real life. NYX Professional Makeup will also be advocating for LGBTQIA+ individuals by offering education and allyship training nationwide. This year's campaign imagery features five LGBTQIA+ talents who bring their passion to life through makeup artistry reflective of their favorite games. 

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  • NYX Professional Makeup will also be advocating for LGBTQIA+ individuals by offering education and allyship training nationwide.
  • NYX Professional Makeup celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community year-round through its Proud Allies for All campaign in partnership with the Los Angeles LGBT Center.
  • To date, NYX Professional Makeup has donated more than $500,000 to various global LGBTQIA+ organizations, including the Los Angeles LGBT Center.
  • "NYX Professional Makeup stands for artistry for all, and proudly advocates for the community's freedom of expression online and offline."

Transformational Growth Expert Ray Mathoda Joins Anchor Loans as Chief Executive Officer

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif., Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anchor Loans ("Anchor"), the nation's leading provider of financing to residential real estate investors and entrepreneurs, today announced that Rayman "Ray" Kaur Mathoda has been named Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.

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  • Ms. Mathoda will work closely with the entire Anchor Loans and Pretium leadership teams to accelerate Anchor Loan's long-term strategic objectives.
  • Ms. Mathoda brings more than twenty-five years of experience across the real estate, finance, and technology sectors and has an extensive track record of delivering transformational growth and value creation.
  • Ms. Mathoda previously served as Chief Executive Officer at Xome, a real estate solutions provider, and Co-Chief Executive Officer at Genesis Capital LLC, a high-growth specialty finance company that was acquired by an affiliate of Goldman Sachs in January 2018.
  • "Ray is the right leader at this stage in Anchor Loans' evolution to expand the business' strategic footprint and efficiently grow market presence.

Carlton Fine Arts Presents Mr. Brainwash

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Carlton Fine Arts is pleased to announce an exhibition featuring new artworks by Mr. Brainwash.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Carlton Fine Arts is pleased to announce an exhibition featuring new artworks by Mr. Brainwash.
  • On view from November 17th through December 16th at Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. located at 543 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022.
  • Ever since his very early street art days, Mr. Brainwash has been pushing the boundaries of contemporary art by stating that there are "no rules in life".
  • The Mr. Brainwash Exhibition will be on display with all works available for purchase at Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. 543 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10022 location.

An Unprecedented Sports, Entertainment and Dining Destination for the LGBTQ+ Community and its Allies

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Friday, October 14, 2022

This initial phase also houses a rooftop patio, an outdoor courtyard, a demonstration kitchen, and event spaces.

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  • This initial phase also houses a rooftop patio, an outdoor courtyard, a demonstration kitchen, and event spaces.
  • Open to all, Studio West 117 is home to an array of entertainment venues and identity affirming retail businesses in addition to housing.
  • "Studio West 117 was created to honor and share the vibrant cultures that comprise the LGBTQ+ community and to serve and support its members.
  • We hope the LGBTQ+ community in the Cleveland area and beyond will find that and more at Studio West 117."

ECMC Foundation to Distribute More Than $1 Million to 111 Nonprofits

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

LOS ANGELES, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ECMC Foundation, the philanthropic arm of ECMC Group, is once again providing more than $1 million in grants to 111 nonprofits throughout the United States based on nominations from the organization's team members.

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  • Program recipients determined by team members throughout the U.S.
    LOS ANGELES, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ECMC Foundation, the philanthropic arm of ECMC Group, is once again providing more than $1 million in grants to 111 nonprofits throughout the United States based on nominations from the organization's team members.
  • Program helps our team members directly contribute to our mission to help students succeedparticularly those from underserved populations," said Peter J. Taylor, president of ECMC Foundation.
  • Learn more about ECMC Foundation by visiting www.ecmcfoundation.org and ECMC Group by visiting www.ecmcgroup.org .
  • ECMC Group is a nonprofit corporation focused on helping students succeed by creating, providing and investing in innovative educational opportunities.