Domestic violence

Hugimals World and the Joyful Heart Foundation Launch Limited Edition Weighted "Heart To Hug Pillow"

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --The Joyful Heart Foundation, a non-profit founded by actor, director, producer, and advocate Mariska Hargitay focused on helping survivors of sexual abuse and violence heal, and Hugimals World, the award-winning wellness brand that helped popularize weighted plush for adults as well as kids, announced today the launch of their co-designed limited edition five-pound weighted pillow: The Heart to Hug Pillow. The April launch is in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Key Points: 
  • Hugimals World and the Joyful Heart Foundation launch weighted "Heart to Hug Pillow" for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
  • "At Joyful Heart, we transform the way our society responds to those of us who have experienced harm," said Joyful Heart Foundation founder Mariska Hargitay.
  • All of the items in the Heartshop are sold by the Joyful Heart Foundation's product partners with a percentage of each sale donated to Joyful Heart.
  • Hugimals World will donate 10% of each sale to the Joyful Heart Foundation.

Jill Roth of Laffey, Bucci & Kent Named Among 'Lawyers on the Fast Track' by The Legal Intelligencer

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Personal injury law firm Laffey, Bucci & Kent is pleased to announce that victims' advocate Jill Roth has been named among the Lawyers on the Fast Track in the small/midsize firms category by The Legal Intelligencer. This recognition is part of the publication's 2024 Pennsylvania Legal Awards, which highlight great work and achievements across the full breadth of the legal communities in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

Key Points: 
  • "We congratulate Jill on this well-deserved recognition of her deeply impactful work on behalf of victims of crime," said Jeff Laffey, Co-Managing Partner.
  • Roth is currently defending a client from a frivolous lawsuit filed by social media influencer Andrew Tate seeking $5 million.
  • "I am grateful to be recognized by The Legal Intelligencer and my colleagues in the Pennsylvania legal community for my work in support of survivors," said Roth.
  • Laffey, Bucci & Kent was founded in 2009 by Jeff Laffey, Paul Bucci & Brian Kent.

Lyons & Associates, P.C. Attorneys Selected to the 2024 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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SOMERVILLE, N.J., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Founder and Managing Partner Terry Lyons, Esq. is certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a matrimonial attorney, holds a Master's in Social Work, and is Chair of the firm's Matrimonial and Family Law Practice. Terry has earned an outstanding reputation as a top-rated divorce lawyer and has been featured in over 250 national and international news and media outlets. She is a frequent guest lecturer, instructor, and an accomplished author, publishing numerous articles and the bestseller Sticks and Stones, Life Lessons from a Lawyer. Terry serves on the New Jersey Board of Continuing Legal Education, the YMCA of Greater Monmouth County, and the Political Action for Candidate Election (PACE) and Legislative and Social Action (LASA) Committees. She has been named a "Top 10 Best Female Attorney" by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys and a "Top 25 Leading Women Entrepreneurs." She has been selected to the Super Lawyers list each year since 2021.

Key Points: 
  • is proud to announce that eight of its attorneys have been selected to the 2024 New Jersey Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.
  • She has been selected to the Super Lawyers list each year since 2021.
  • She has been selected to the Rising Stars list each year since 2019.
  • Mr. Marcy was selected to the Super Lawyers list from 2006 to 2009 and each year since 2017.

Response to National Joint Board of Investigation into the release and supervision of Myles Sanderson

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) and the Parole Board of Canada (PBC) responded today to the results and recommendations of a National Joint Board of Investigation (BOI) into the case of Myles Sanderson, who was a first-time federal offender on statutory release.

Key Points: 
  • The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) and the Parole Board of Canada (PBC) responded today to the results and recommendations of a National Joint Board of Investigation (BOI) into the case of Myles Sanderson, who was a first-time federal offender on statutory release.
  • This included the case preparation leading to the statutory release and community supervision as well as the PBC decisions related to Myles Sanderson.
  • This National Joint BOI process was guided by requirements set out in the Corrections and Conditional Release Act.
  • The offender, Myles Sanderson, was released in the community on statutory release in August 2021 under CSC's supervision.

2X4 FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES LAUNCH, EMPOWERING WOMEN BY STRENGTHENING LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS NATIONWIDE

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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With a focus on health, safety, and education, 2x4 foundation supports grassroots nonprofits providing essential services.

Key Points: 
  • With a focus on health, safety, and education, 2x4 foundation supports grassroots nonprofits providing essential services.
  • 2x4 foundation conducts dedicated research in identifying these organizations, appraises their needs, and provides funding to amplify their voices and expand their reach.
  • At 2x4 foundation, their mission is to strengthen the nation to, by, and for women.
  • "2x4 foundation is more than just a charitable organization - it's a domestic movement dedicated to bringing women together by empowering them and providing essential services," said Nikki Silver, co-founder of 2x4 foundation.

Wood Mackenzie and Let’s Share the Sun donate solar PV and energy storage system to women’s shelter in Puerto Rico

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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“This was a very unique opportunity to provide energy and domestic security to an area that often lacks both,” said Luke Lewandowski, VP, global renewables research for Wood Mackenzie.

Key Points: 
  • “This was a very unique opportunity to provide energy and domestic security to an area that often lacks both,” said Luke Lewandowski, VP, global renewables research for Wood Mackenzie.
  • “It means a lot to work with this shelter on International Women’s Day and support this community through the benefits of sustainable energy.
  • Wood Mackenzie will send nine delegates to Puerto Rico this month, the third consecutive year that Wood Mackenzie has sent a volunteer delegation to Puerto Rico to support the Let's Share the Sun initiatives.
  • Let’s Share the Sun is a 501c3 foundation that facilitates the use of solar and energy storage in poor communities throughout the world.

A Year of Impact: 750+ Volunteer Hours, $135,000+ Charitable Donations, $87,500 Scholarships

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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With a remarkable year of impact marked by more than 750 volunteer hours, charitable donations exceeding $135,000, and scholarships totaling $87,500, Corvias Foundation aligns its community support with the residents and partners it serves each day.

Key Points: 
  • With a remarkable year of impact marked by more than 750 volunteer hours, charitable donations exceeding $135,000, and scholarships totaling $87,500, Corvias Foundation aligns its community support with the residents and partners it serves each day.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240220735042/en/
    The Corvias team at Purdue University delivered backpacks stuffed with school supplies to a local elementary school.
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    Using VTIME, which provides each employee with eight hours annually to volunteer during the workday, employees individually volunteered nearly 570 hours.
  • Pamela Self, who is a resident manager at Fort Johnson, used her VTIME to volunteer for a traumatic brain injury camp for survivors and caregivers.

Dechert Moves Its San Francisco Office and Continues to Focus on Growth in the Market

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP announced today that it has officially moved its San Francisco office from One Bush Street to 45 Fremont Street, which signifies the firm's long-term commitment to California and its continued growth in the market.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP announced today that it has officially moved its San Francisco office from One Bush Street to 45 Fremont Street, which signifies the firm's long-term commitment to California and its continued growth in the market.
  • The space, which is significantly larger than the previous location, is optimally designed to be more efficient, foster more team communication and allow for continued growth.
  • Expansion in San Francisco and California more broadly remains a key priority for the firm, and we believe that our new office space reflects the firm's commitment."
  • The office also supported several local charities that help homeless youths, food banks, children's literacy and more.

MAC Boys Entertainment (MBE) Presents, in Partnership with Orlando Family Stage, New Original Work "Belladonna: The Musical"

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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ORLANDO, Fla., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- "Belladonna: The Musical", an innovative, original work set to make its debut at Orlando Family Stage, tells the story of Giulia Tofana, a real-life, infamous peddler of an undetectable poison to abused wives in order to kill their husbands in 17th-century Italy. It explores the complex relationships between all of the women as they participate in the clandestine poisoning business, delving into themes of domestic violence, female empowerment, secrecy, and the consequences of one's actions.

Key Points: 
  • ORLANDO, Fla., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- "Belladonna: The Musical", an innovative, original work set to make its debut at Orlando Family Stage, tells the story of Giulia Tofana, a real-life, infamous peddler of an undetectable poison to abused wives in order to kill their husbands in 17th-century Italy.
  • Daisy Melody, Zoe Georgiadis, Krystal Kennedy, Shir Love, Tabitha Santillan, and Kiera Shackelford play vital supporting roles.
  • Our cast is proudly diverse, supporting MBE's core tenant that representation matters and lifting up female and LGBTQ+ creative talent.
  • Domestic Violence Survivors' Night VIP Viewing: October 5, 2024, 8:00 PM
    Tickets for "Belladonna: The Musical" are available now at www.macboysentertainment.com/now-playing .

Aura Cacia Announces Biennial Grants Uplifting Women and Girls in Crisis

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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NORWAY, Iowa, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aura Cacia, a leader in sustainably sourced essential and skin care oils, today announced three recipients of a cumulative $200,000 in grants from the Aura Cacia Positive Change Project to help empower and enrich the lives of women and girls in communities across the U.S.

Key Points: 
  • Since its inception in 2016, the Aura Cacia Positive Change Project has provided grants to organizations that help equip women and girls with the resources necessary to further their commitment to live more purposeful lives.
  • "According to the U.S. Census Bureau, women continue to experience higher poverty rates than men," says Somer Marshall, Director of Marketing at Aura Cacia.
  • "In times of crisis, women and girls in marginalized communities bear a heavy burden.
  • Each purchase of an Aura Cacia product supports organizations that help women transform their lives as part of the brand's Positive Change Project.