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"Belonging Begins With Us" Campaign and the Team Up Project Partner on New PSA to Unite Communities Across America

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, "Belonging Begins With Us," an Ad Council and American Immigration Council (AIC) campaign, partnered with the Team Up Project to release a new public service advertisement (PSA) encouraging people to come together across lines of difference to cultivate stronger, more connected communities.

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  • This closely aligns with and uplifts the mission of the AIC and the broader "Belonging Begins With Us" campaign to create a more welcoming nation where everyone can belong.
  • The PSA directs audiences to a dedicated landing page on the campaign website, BelongingBeginsWithUs.org/TeamUp .
  • For more information about the "Belonging Begins With Us" campaign and the Team Up Project partnership, visit BelongingBeginsWithUs.org/TeamUp or follow the campaign on Instagram , Facebook , X and LinkedIn .
  • To learn more or get involved, visit AdCouncil.org , join the Ad Council's communities on Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and Twitter , and view campaign creative on YouTube .

Greenberg Traurig's Laura Foote Reiff to Present Navigating the Impact of Florida's New E-Verify Mandate: Ensuring Compliance and Maximizing Efficiency

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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MCLEAN, Va., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Laura Foote Reiff, co-founder of the Immigration & Compliance Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, will present "Navigating the Impact of Florida's New E-Verify Mandate: Ensuring Compliance and Maximizing Efficiency" May 22 at 10 a.m. in a virtual myLawCLE program.

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  • Laura Foote Reiff, co-founder of the Immigration & Compliance Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, will present "Navigating the Impact of Florida's New E-Verify Mandate: Ensuring Compliance and Maximizing Efficiency" May 22 at 10 a.m. in a virtual myLawCLE program.
  • MCLEAN, Va., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Laura Foote Reiff , co-founder of the Immigration & Compliance Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP , will present "Navigating the Impact of Florida's New E-Verify Mandate: Ensuring Compliance and Maximizing Efficiency" May 22 at 10 a.m. in a virtual myLawCLE program.
  • Reiff has more than 32 years of experience representing businesses and organizations in the business immigration and compliance field.
  • She chairs the Northern Virginia/Washington D.C. Immigration & Compliance Practice and is co-managing shareholder of the firm's Northern Virginia Office.

Greenberg Traurig's Laura Foote Reiff Named U.S. Chamber of Commerce Immigration Committee Chair

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Monday, May 15, 2023
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MCLEAN, Va., May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/  -- Laura Foote Reiff, co-founder of the Immigration & Compliance Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, was named chair of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Subcommittee on Immigration. Reiff has been a member of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Labor Relations Committee for 24 years and has been an active member of the Immigration Committee throughout.

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  • Laura Foote Reiff, co-founder of the Immigration & Compliance Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, was named chair of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Subcommittee on Immigration.
  • MCLEAN, Va., May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/  -- Laura Foote Reiff , co-founder of the Immigration & Compliance Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP , was named chair of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Subcommittee on Immigration.
  • Reiff has been a member of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Labor Relations Committee for 24 years and has been an active member of the Immigration Committee throughout.
  • Reiff has served on the boards of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the American Immigration Council, the National Immigration Forum, and is currently the chair of the America is Better Board.

New NMCC Hire Victoire Liwanga Will Build Bridge to New Mainers

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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Victoire will continue efforts to build connections between Aroostook County and the refugee community in Maine.

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  • Victoire will continue efforts to build connections between Aroostook County and the refugee community in Maine.
  • According to the Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center, "New Mainers" are immigrants or refugees currently living in Maine.
  • "Our community needs to attract residents and families looking to get an education, join the workforce, and build a life and a future.
  • To learn more about programs at NMCC or the Northern Maine Growth Initiative, please contact Victoire directly at [email protected]
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Greenberg Traurig's Laura Foote Reiff to Serve on George Washington Law School Dean's Clinical Law Advisory Council

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Monday, April 24, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Laura Foote Reiff, co-managing shareholder of the Northern Virginia office and shareholder of the Immigration & Compliance Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, was appointed to the Dean's Clinical Law Advisory Council at George Washington Law School.

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  • Laura Foote Reiff, co-managing shareholder of the Northern Virginia office and shareholder of the Immigration & Compliance Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, was appointed to the Dean's Clinical Law Advisory Council at George Washington Law School.
  • WASHINGTON, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Laura Foote Reiff , co-managing shareholder of the Northern Virginia office and shareholder of the Immigration & Compliance Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, was appointed to the Dean's Clinical Law Advisory Council at George Washington Law School.
  • The George Washington Law School Dean's Clinical Law Advisory Council provides the dean with the advice and assistance from experienced individuals with a variety of perspectives on the legal profession to advance the quality and standing of the law school.
  • Reiff is co-founder of Greenberg Traurig's Business and Immigration and Compliance Group which she co-led since 1999.

Vilcek Foundation announces open call for $150,000 in prizes to immigrant scientists

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In 2024, the Vilcek Foundation will award three Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise in Biomedical Science of $50,000 each. The prizes recognize and celebrate the contributions of rising immigrant scientists in the United States whose work represents a significant contribution to their field. The Vilcek Foundation is hosting an open call for applications for the 2024 prizes; applications will be accepted through June 12, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. ET.

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  • The Vilcek Foundation will award three Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise of $50,000 each to rising immigrant scientists in 2024.
  • NEW YORK, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In 2024, the Vilcek Foundation will award three Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise in Biomedical Science of $50,000 each.
  • Three $50,000 Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise in Biomedical Science will be awarded to immigrant scientists in 2024.
  • The Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise are a part of the Vilcek Foundation Prizes program.

RevoluGROUP Canada Inc. ABC TV Network New York Features RevoluPAY and RevoluSEND, Equity Investment Talks Progress

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Monday, October 31, 2022
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According to the American Immigration Council , over 4.4 million immigrants (foreign-born individuals) make up a staggering 23 percent of the local population.

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  • According to the American Immigration Council , over 4.4 million immigrants (foreign-born individuals) make up a staggering 23 percent of the local population.
  • Notably, with a population of 141,250 , the New York metropolitan area's Cuban community is the largest outside Florida.
  • Torres is a highly respected veteran Emmy Award-winning news anchor and reporter for ABC in New York.
  • Both parties continue working towards a final agreement regarding a potential equity investment in the Company.

MPOWER Financing Partners With the North American Association of Indian Students to Support Dependent Visa Students

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022
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MPOWER Financing , a mission-driven fintech firm and the leading provider of education loans to promising international students, has partnered with the North American Association of Indian Students (NAAIS), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, to provide grants supporting dependent visa students in their efforts to pursue higher education and professional development.

Key Points: 
  • MPOWER Financing , a mission-driven fintech firm and the leading provider of education loans to promising international students, has partnered with the North American Association of Indian Students (NAAIS), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, to provide grants supporting dependent visa students in their efforts to pursue higher education and professional development.
  • According to the American Immigration Council , there are more than 200,000 dependent visa students in the U.S., primarily from India and China.
  • The Hidden Dream , a community organization for dependent visa students, will perform outreach and administration of the grant.
  • The North American Association of Indian Students (NAAIS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was founded in 2020.

Coeuraj USA announces Global Courage Fellowship

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Thursday, January 13, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --After releasing Navigating Trust in US Society , a data-driven reportin late 2021, Coeuraj USA is proud to announce the inaugural class of Global Courage Fellows.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --After releasing Navigating Trust in US Society , a data-driven reportin late 2021, Coeuraj USA is proud to announce the inaugural class of Global Courage Fellows.
  • "We couldn't be more pleased to welcome our inaugural class of Global Courage Fellows.
  • These talented individuals from a wide variety of industries were selected for their impressive professional accomplishments and personal qualities," said Dane Erickson, Executive Director of Coeuraj USA.
  • The Global Courage Fellowship is a highly selective one-year, part-time interdisciplinary program for leaders across society.

FHLBank San Francisco Announces Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of Directors

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Wednesday, January 5, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TheBoard of Directorsof the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (FHLBank San Francisco) has elected California member director Simone Lagomarsino as Chair and independent director F. Daniel Siciliano as Vice Chair.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TheBoard of Directorsof the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (FHLBank San Francisco) has elected California member director Simone Lagomarsino as Chair and independent director F. Daniel Siciliano as Vice Chair.
  • She has been a member director since January 1, 2013 and served as vice chair from 2020 through 2021.
  • He has been an independent director since January 1, 2017 and served as chair of FHLBank San Franciscos board from 2020 through 2021.
  • In 2021, FHLBank San Franciscos board was among three winners of the National Association of Corporate Boards (NACD)s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Award.