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The Sister Accord® Foundation Celebrates New Chapter in Partnership with the Nelson Mandela Foundation

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Monday, April 22, 2024

JOHANNESBURG, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sister Accord® Foundation, the organization whose movement is changing the way girls and women treat, support, and interact with each other, has officially launched a new chapter in South Africa in partnership with the Nelson Mandela Foundation (NMF). The event to honor this momentous occasion happened this past Saturday at Sanctuary Mandela in Houghton, Johannesburg.

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  • "I'm so elated that we delivered on our promise yet again to lead with LOVE," said Sonia Jackson Myles, Founder & CEO of The Sister Accord® Foundation.
  • I am extremely grateful for this partnership with the Nelson Mandela Foundation, which is helping us get even closer to reaching one billion girls and women."
  • Tamryn Sass, General Counsel at the Nelson Mandela Foundation, delivered the welcome address and said that they were proud to be partnering with The Sister Accord®.
  • The Foundation has also expanded into new territories, with chapters already established in Lilongwe, Malawi, Harare, and Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.

INTRODUCING BYOMA BODY

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

NEW YORK, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BYOMA BODY is here to disrupt and democratize the bodycare category in the same way we revolutionized skincare – bringing best-in-class barrier care and skin-compatible science below the neck. This is accessible, affordable, and approachable barrier care for the rest of you – targeted, clinically efficacious, sensorial formulas for your best body.

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  • BYOMA Body is here to change that.
  • Skin does not have a uniform composition, so we are more likely to experience different issues on our body than on our faces.
  • BYOMA has carefully studied the science of skin – breaking down the barrier from the lipid layer to the microbiome.
  • This is a breakthrough in skin science that delivers the same level of care to your body as you show your face.

Early-Life Skin Microbiome and Metabolome Signatures Could Predict Atopic Dermatitis in Infants

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Friday, February 9, 2024

MILWAUKEE, Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Early skin microbiome and metabolome signatures can be predictive of atopic dermatitis in infants aged 6 to 18 months old according to new research being presented at the 2024 American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting.

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  • New research shows identifiable bacterial species in the skin microbiota of infants can lead to early detection of atopic dermatitis.
  • MILWAUKEE, Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Early skin microbiome and metabolome signatures can be predictive of atopic dermatitis in infants aged 6 to 18 months old according to new research being presented at the 2024 American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting.
  • We found that distinct skin microbiota, NMF and AMP signatures in early life predicted atopic dermatitis by 18 months of age, indicating their potential role as predictive markers in identifying infants at risk of atopic dermatitis," said primary author Elizabeth Tham, MBBS.
  • This novel predictive modeling of early life skin biomarker signatures can provide valuable insights into the diagnosis and prevention of atopic dermatitis.

National Medical Fellowships Announces Inaugural 50 Recipients of the Future Clinicians Scholarship Program Made Possible by the United Health Foundation

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National Medical Fellowships (NMF) announces the Future Clinicians Scholarship Program , an initiative designed to support and empower diverse health care leaders in the United States.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National Medical Fellowships (NMF) announces the Future Clinicians Scholarship Program , an initiative designed to support and empower diverse health care leaders in the United States.
  • Career Paths: While 70% of awarded scholars are pursuing medical degrees, the Future Clinicians Scholarship Program also supports those seeking advanced degrees in various health care disciplines.
  • "NMF extends its deepest appreciation to the United Health Foundation for its generous support in making the Future Clinicians Scholarship Program a reality.
  • For more information about the Future Clinicians Scholarship Program and other initiatives by National Medical Fellowships, please visit https://nmfonline.org/scholarships/future-clinicians-scholarship-program/ .

FRANK WARREN JOINS BOXWISE BOARD

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

LONDON, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BoxWise is delighted to welcome the leading boxing promoter Frank Warren to its advisory board.

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  • LONDON, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BoxWise is delighted to welcome the leading boxing promoter Frank Warren to its advisory board.
  • Since inception BoxWise has attracted the support of various distinguished public figures and is now pleased to have Frank Warren on board.
  • Emphasising the unparalleled ability of boxing to empower young people, Frank commented: 'BoxWise is the most significant boxing charity of our generation, and I am honoured to join the advisory board.
  • BoxWise Founder, Nick Maughan said: 'I am thrilled to have Frank join the team.

THE BUILDING WORK FOR THE NEW INFORMATION, COMMUNICATION AND TECHNOLOGY CENTRE IN MBALE IS COMPLETE

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

LONDON, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Nick Maughan Foundation (NMF) is pleased to announce the completion of the first purpose-built technology training academy in Uganda.

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  • LONDON, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Nick Maughan Foundation (NMF) is pleased to announce the completion of the first purpose-built technology training academy in Uganda.
  • NMF and Spotlight on Africa have come together to create the first ICT centre of its kind in Uganda.
  • The centre is set to provide seven different levels of courses - from basic ICT skills up to coding - all of which will be fully accredited with qualifications.
  • The centre has purchased high quality computers, all of which have been set-up for a productive and efficient teaching environment.

Aya Healthcare Announces a $50,000 Investment in Future Leaders in Medicine Scholarship, in Collaboration with National Medical Fellowships

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

This initiative will grant $10,000 to five exceptional students currently enrolled in medical programs, to support their journey towards becoming leaders in healthcare.

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  • This initiative will grant $10,000 to five exceptional students currently enrolled in medical programs, to support their journey towards becoming leaders in healthcare.
  • This initiative serves to reinforce Aya Locums' unwavering commitment to empowering future medical professionals and cultivating a more resilient and inclusive healthcare environment.
  • said, "This investment from Aya Locums is an important first step towards advancing diversity and excellence in healthcare.
  • For more information about the Aya Locums Future Leaders in Medicine Scholarship, visit https://nmfonline.org/scholarships/aya-locums-future-leaders-in-medicine... .

STREETDOCTORS APPOINTS NICK MAUGHAN AS PATRON

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

LONDON, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Youth violence charity StreetDoctors has announced the appointment of British philanthropist Nick Maughan as its first patron.

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  • LONDON, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Youth violence charity StreetDoctors has announced the appointment of British philanthropist Nick Maughan as its first patron.
  • Nick Maughan, Founder of the Nick Maughan Foundation commented on the announcement: "I am honoured to have been asked to be the Patron of StreetDoctors.
  • Lucie Russell, CEO of StreetDoctors, commented: "We are absolutely thrilled that Nick has agreed to become our patron.
  • Nick Maughan is a British philanthropist, investor, and founder of the Nick Maughan Foundation.

BofA Report Finds 64% of Women Want Menopause-Specific Benefits, Yet Only 14% Believe Their Employer Recognizes the Need for Them

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Bank of America published Break Through the Stigma: Menopause in the Workplace, a new report revealing half of peri- and post-menopausal women (51%) report menopause has negatively impacted their work life, yet only 14% believe their employers recognize the need for menopause-specific benefits. The underrecognized need for menopause-specific benefits comes as 20% of the workforce is in some phase of menopause transition1 and the number of post-menopausal women is expected to reach 1.1 billion by 2025 globally2.

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  • "With this report, we are addressing the issue head-on by bringing awareness to the challenges and identifying actions for employers.
  • Our goal is to help women of all life stages comfortably and confidently bring their best selves to work."
  • In addition, while 71% of employers have a positive perception of their company's culture toward menopause, only 32% of women employees share that same perspective.
  • The number one reason employers say they do not offer menopause-specific benefits is that employees have not asked for them.

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners acquires South African renewable energy IPP

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, March 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) has through its Copenhagen Infrastructure New Markets Fund I (CI NMF I) acquired the majority share of Mulilo Energy Holdings (Mulilo), a leading South African renewable energy developer based in Cape Town.

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  • COPENHAGEN, Denmark, March 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) has through its Copenhagen Infrastructure New Markets Fund I (CI NMF I) acquired the majority share of Mulilo Energy Holdings (Mulilo), a leading South African renewable energy developer based in Cape Town.
  • CIP will assume full control of the company, with the current founders and management remaining on board and driving the company’s growth.
  • Today, the company holds an 8% market share in the South African renewable sector and has to date developed and successfully delivered 440 MW of operating wind and solar projects.
  • Our company has enjoyed sustained growth in the South African market since our founding in 2008, and we look forward to accelerating that trajectory in coming years.