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AFL-CIO and Microsoft announce new tech-labor partnership on AI and the future of the workforce

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) and Microsoft Corp. on Monday announced the formation of a new partnership to create an open dialogue to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) must anticipate the needs of workers and include their voices in its development and implementation. This partnership is the first of its kind between a labor organization and a technology company to focus on AI and will deliver on three goals: (1) sharing in-depth information with labor leaders and workers on AI technology trends; (2) incorporating worker perspectives and expertise in the development of AI technology; and (3) helping shape public policy that supports the technology skills and needs of frontline workers.

Key Points: 
  • "This partnership reflects a recognition of the critical role workers play in the development, deployment and regulation of AI and related technologies," said AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler.
  • "The labor movement looks forward to partnering with Microsoft to expand workers' role in the creation of worker-centered design, workforce training and trustworthy AI practices.
  • "By working directly with labor leaders, we can help ensure that AI serves the country's workers," said Brad Smith, vice chair and president of Microsoft.
  • That's why Microsoft and the AFL-CIO have created this labor-tech partnership — to ensure workers have a voice in the process and that their needs are understood.

Sinclair’s WOAI News 4 San Antonio to Host “Crisis in the Classroom: Texas School Choice” Panel Discussion Thursday, September 28 at 8pm CT

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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“Crisis in the Classroom,” Sinclair Broadcast Group’s national education franchise, today announced it will host a panel discussion, “Crisis in the Classroom: Texas School Choice,” ahead of the upcoming Texas special legislative session.

Key Points: 
  • “Crisis in the Classroom,” Sinclair Broadcast Group’s national education franchise, today announced it will host a panel discussion, “Crisis in the Classroom: Texas School Choice,” ahead of the upcoming Texas special legislative session.
  • The discussion will focus on families’ K-12 education options through school choice policies in Texas, and a proposed voucher system that would allow parents to use public school funds to send their children to private schools.
  • The 60-minute panel, hosted by Armstrong Williams at WOAI/KABB in San Antonio, will stream on YouTube and across Sinclair’s Texas stations on Thursday, September 28 at 8pm CT.
  • In addition to WOAI and KABB, Sinclair’s footprint in Texas includes KVII in Amarillo, KTXS in Abilene, KEYE in Austin, KFOX/KDBC in El Paso, and KFDM/KBTV in Beaumont.

Leading education organizations launch Reading Universe prototype to help teachers build a nation of confident readers

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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WASHINGTON, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WETA, the Barksdale Reading Institute, and First Book have launched a prototype of Reading Universe, an online, step-by-step professional development pathway for teachers, paraprofessionals, and reading coaches to learn more about evidence-based reading instruction — and then translate it into classroom practice that will complement any curriculum. Just in time to support educators' preparations for the new school year, the site features an interactive taxonomy of reading skills, lesson plans, in-classroom videos, printable activities, and decodable texts – all for free.

Key Points: 
  • Reading Universe distills 50 years of education research in order to strengthen literacy skills across the country.
  • "Reading Universe's innovative framework delivers on an age-old promise of quality education for all," said Kyle Zimmer, president and CEO of First Book.
  • "WETA is proud to bring Reading Universe to educators across the country," said Sharon Percy Rockefeller, president and CEO of WETA.
  • To learn more about Reading Universe and begin accessing the latest best practices and insights for teaching reading and writing, visit ReadingUniverse.org.

Transformative Justice Coalition and its Partners "FLORIDA: STAY WOKE! STAY STRONG! VOTE! - Juneteenth Rolling Protest"

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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VOTE!

Key Points: 
  • VOTE!
  • Florida has become ground zero for suppressing democratic principles, ideas, and academic freedom.
  • Lastly, this protest is also about women's rights, from the anti-abortion bans to the ban on the ability of young girls to discuss their periods in schools.
  • Founded in 2015 by Barbara Arnwine, president emeritus of the Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights, the Transformative Justice Coalition seeks to be a catalyst for transformative institutional changes that bring about justice and equality in the United States and abroad.

American Federation of Teachers and Summer Reach $22 Million in Realized Student Loan Forgiveness

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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The American Federation of Teachers , an affiliate of the AFL-CIO that represents more than 1.7 million members, in partnership with Summer , a Certified B Corporation whose digital education assistance solution empowers individuals to reach their financial goals, today announced it has helped nearly 25,000 teachers with their student debt, connecting borrowers to $22 million in realized student loan forgiveness.

Key Points: 
  • The American Federation of Teachers , an affiliate of the AFL-CIO that represents more than 1.7 million members, in partnership with Summer , a Certified B Corporation whose digital education assistance solution empowers individuals to reach their financial goals, today announced it has helped nearly 25,000 teachers with their student debt, connecting borrowers to $22 million in realized student loan forgiveness.
  • “While the Biden Administration’s student loan forgiveness plan hangs in the balance at SCOTUS, we continue to fight to keep the promise of Public Service Loan Forgiveness for America’s teachers, nurses and all public employees,” said Randi Weingarten, President of AFT.
  • Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, Summer has helped AFT members see $22 million in student loans canceled to date.
  • Additionally, AFT members enrolled in an Income-Driven Repayment plan through Summer are anticipating an average of nearly $53,000 over the lifetime of their loan.

Summer Announces $6M in New Funding to Accelerate Growth of its Student Debt and Education Assistance Offering

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230426005177/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230426005177/en/
    Summer's online solution is designed to help navigate and reduce student loans.
  • Student loan debt in the United States now stands at $1.75 trillion, according to the Federal Reserve, exceeding credit card and auto debt.
  • In a recent survey , 91% of employees with student debt said they would save more money for retirement if their employer offered a student loan repayment program.
  • Summer will use the new funding to expand the platform to help even more borrowers with a holistic approach to financial well-being.

Mother Cabrini Health Foundation Awards $165 Million in Grants to Support Underserved Communities Across New York State

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Monday, January 23, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation today announced it has awarded 538 grants totaling $165 million to support nonprofit organizations addressing the health-related needs of low-income residents and underserved communities across New York State in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • In the four years since its inception, the Foundation has now awarded approximately 2,200 grants totaling nearly $635 million.
  • "At a moment when New York State's health needs are both acute and wide-ranging, the Foundation is supporting hundreds of programs addressing the needs of vulnerable New Yorkers and underserved communities across the state.
  • "When Mother Frances Cabrini arrived in New York as an Italian immigrant in 1889, she dedicated herself to serving fellow immigrants and underserved New Yorkers.
  • $3 million to address early childhood disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes with grants focused on maternal health and wellbeing.

NATIONAL PATHWAYS INITIATIVE ANNOUNCES BIPARTISAN SUMMIT TO ADDRESS CRISIS IN EDUCATION WITH A BOLD REFORM AGENDA

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Thursday, January 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Pathways Initiative (NPI), a national coalition of prominent leaders from education, business, government, students and the civil rights community today announced that it will be convening a national education summit in Washington DC on March 16th, 2023 to advance the pathways approach to education. 

Key Points: 
  • Our leadership committee and supporters include:
    Prominent business organizations such as the State Business Executives as well as major companies.
  • Key educational organizations including the Education Commission of the States, Education Trust, the Teachers and Principals Unions, and Pathways innovators like the National Academies Foundation.
  • Now, the National Pathways Initiative has put forward a policy agenda with achievable reforms that have bipartisan support.
  • The summit in Washington D.C. will convene all these stakeholders and members of Congress to chart a path forward to adopt these bi-partisan solutions.

Learn About the Role Women Had in Creating the Declaration of Human Rights and the Video Contest That Aims to Empower Young People

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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Women have left an indelible mark on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).

Key Points: 
  • Women have left an indelible mark on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).
  • Through advocating for particular rights to appear as articles or changing the very language of the text, women have influenced the shape of the Declaration since its inception.
  • Ahead of this milestone celebration is this year's Human Rights Day on December 10th.
  • The contest is designed so that students from all backgrounds can participate without needing expensive equipment or prior video editing skills.

ROBERT F. KENNEDY HUMAN RIGHTS AND ARCHEWELL FOUNDATION PARTNER TO CELEBRATE WOMEN WHO ARE HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDERS

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights (RFKHR) today held its annual Ripple of Hope Gala which honored exemplary leaders across government, business, advocacy, and entertainment who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to social change and worked to advance equity, justice, and human rights. The event brought together over 1,000 attendees at the New York Hilton Midtown to celebrate this year's honorees, including Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Invenergy Michael Polsky, NBA Legend and Civil Rights Icon Bill Russell, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Siris Frank Baker, Chair of the Board and CEO of Bank of America Brian Moynihan, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

Key Points: 
  • Together, the organizations will launch a new category in RFKHR's annual Speak Truth to Power video competition to give participating students the opportunity to create videos showcasing women who are human rights defenders.
  • Bringing together students, educators, and human rights defenders, this year's Speak Truth to Power competition, which runs until April 2023, will include the first-ever Archewell Foundation Award for Gender Equity in Student Film.
  • Wells to Malala, women have long played a crucial role in advancing human rights," said Kerry Kennedy, president of Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights.
  • For more information on RFK Human Rights and its Speak Truth to Power human rights education program, visit https://rfkhumanrights.org/our-programs/speak-truth-to-power .