United Nations Literacy Decade

30 Rights in 30 Minutes - Global Celebs Salute Human Rights Sunday on Zoom

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Saturday, December 9, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Celebrities from three continents join forces with the Global Peace Education Network (GPEN) on Zoom all day Sunday, December 10 to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The distinguished cast, performing in English, French and Spanish, invites participants to read along with them. Everyone is welcome to participate by registering at globalpeaceeducation.com. Registration is free and donations are optional.

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  • Celebrities from three continents join forces with the Global Peace Education Network (GPEN) on Zoom all day Sunday, December 10 to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
  • The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly on December 10, 1948.
  • He concludes the event by explaining the importance of the United Nation's Universal Declaration of Human Rights in our daily lives.
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    The Global Peace Education Network, Inc. is a volunteer-driven, multi-national, nonprofit team founded in 2021 to foster peace education worldwide.

Family fun activities at Rideau Hall this summer

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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From the Relief of the Sentries to guided tours of the residence, all special events and activities are free of charge and provide educational fun for the whole family.

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  • From the Relief of the Sentries to guided tours of the residence, all special events and activities are free of charge and provide educational fun for the whole family.
  • On June 21, Métis artist Tracey-Mae Chambers will install a site-specific art piece on the porte-cochère of the Queen's Entrance at Rideau Hall as part of her #hopeandhealingcanada initiative.
  • The guard will also perform the Relief of the Sentries throughout the summer on the grounds of Rideau Hall.
  • Volunteers invite visitors to settle in under the Reading Tent to read books and participate in fun literacy activities.

National nonprofit launches bold new vision for equity

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- When the world shut down in the spring of 2020, Katlyn Rivera, a single mother living in Yuma, Arizona, lost her job and took on the role of teacher for her children. The family endured isolation and hardship, and her oldest son fell behind academically. She joined the family literacy program at O.C. Johnson Elementary School in 2021, only intending to learn more about positive discipline for her son in a six-week class. She said, "When I came to this program I said, 'I'm just here to learn. I'm not here to make friends.'" What she found, though, was a community of support for her whole family—and it's why she has continued to come back to engage in learning and gain access to opportunities for her family. The impact of the pandemic is still being felt today by Katlyn and so many other families; its aftermath will continue to pose a challenge if we cannot find deeper ways to partner with families and communities.

Key Points: 
  • To learn more about the family learning systems approach to advancing equity in communities, read NCFL's new resource.
  • If deep collaboration is desired within and across communities, that same approach is necessary at a national level.
  • National organizations with meaningful and innovative approaches to support children, families, and communities can accomplish more with shared commitments to advancing a vision for more equitable communities.
  • NCFL invites communities to join the 60x30 campaign for advancing family learning systems to support equitable communities for generations to come.

Giving beyond numbers: Laurentian Bank launches a new corporate giving program

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Monday, January 16, 2023
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MONTRÉAL, Jan. 16, 2023 /CNW Telbec/ - Laurentian Bank of Canada (the "Bank") is proud to launch today its renewed corporate philanthropy program called "Giving Beyond Numbers"™.

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  • MONTRÉAL, Jan. 16, 2023 /CNW Telbec/ - Laurentian Bank of Canada (the "Bank") is proud to launch today its renewed corporate philanthropy program called "Giving Beyond Numbers"™.
  • As part of this new program, the Bank has recently made donations totaling $400,000 to seven organizations dedicated to advancing equity in economic inclusion.
  • At Laurentian Bank, we believe we can change banking for the better, and that better begins when everyone feels like they belong and has the chance to thrive. "
  • "I would like to thank Laurentian Bank for its invaluable support of the social mission of Petites-Mains.

Frontier College announces new name: United for Literacy

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022
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TORONTO, Nov. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Frontier College, Canadas charitable literacy organization, today announced a name change to United for Literacy, signaling an ambitious next chapter in its 123-year history of creating access to literacy for people of all ages and backgrounds.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Frontier College, Canadas charitable literacy organization, today announced a name change to United for Literacy, signaling an ambitious next chapter in its 123-year history of creating access to literacy for people of all ages and backgrounds.
  • We believe literacy is a human right, said Mlanie Valcin, president and CEO, United for Literacy.
  • United for Literacy clearly describes our purpose, values, and approach.
  • Formerly Frontier College, United for Literacy is the national registered charity dedicated to improving the lives of children, youth, and adults through literacy.

The 2021 World Conference on Science Literacy Draws to a Close and Releases Conference Videos Online

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021
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On December 3, the 2021 World Conference on Science Literacy held in Beijing came to a successful close.

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  • On December 3, the 2021 World Conference on Science Literacy held in Beijing came to a successful close.
  • The World Conference on Science Literacy2021 covered a broad range of topics, including "Enhancing Public Science Literacy and Green Development", "Public Science Literacy Improvement and Scientific and Technological Innovation", "Cultivation of Young Science Talents" and many more.
  • Guests shared ideas, results, and experiences of using science for green development, discussing strategies and plans for global partnerships to improve public science literacy.
  • The World Conference on Science Literacy 2021 clearly showcased China's achievements in the development of public science literacy and the ideas and actions of the World Organization for Science Literacy (preparatory).

As Back to School Season Approaches, Research Findings on U.S. "Book Deserts" and Lack of Diverse Books for Children Prompts Response to Education Inequities in Underserved Communities

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Wednesday, August 25, 2021
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Despite the U.S. being one of the wealthiest countries in the world, the research findings demonstrate that learning opportunity is not equitably distributed.

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  • Despite the U.S. being one of the wealthiest countries in the world, the research findings demonstrate that learning opportunity is not equitably distributed.
  • Children in foster care as well as children from immigrant and refugee populations also face increased vulnerabilities.
  • "Room to Read's extensive global experience in publishing books has resulted in millions of children readingstories of diverse characters that are underrepresented in books."
  • Room to Read has benefitted more than 23 million children across 20 countries and over 40,700 communities and aims to reach 40 million children by 2025.