Society: Civil Rights News Release Archives - Page 1
National Leader in Juvenile Justice Poised to Release New Report
In the new report The Keeper and the Kept, to be released Dec. 1, Mr. Bell challenges our society’s over-reliance on detention.
In the new report The Keeper and the Kept, to be released Dec. 1, Mr. Bell challenges our society’s over-reliance on detention.
ADL Calls Israeli Settlement Freeze "Courageous and Unprecedented"
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) today called the announcement by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel would freeze West Bank settlement building for 10 months a “courageous and...
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) today called the announcement by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel would freeze West Bank settlement building for 10 months a “courageous and...
ADL: FBI Hate Crime Numbers Disturbing
Calls For "Coordinated Campaign" to Confront Hate Violence
Calls For "Coordinated Campaign" to Confront Hate Violence
Shewrites.com Unites Community For a "Day Of Action" to Protest Publishers Weekly's Exclusion of Women Writers on its 2009 Ten Best Books List
When Publishers Weekly, the American weekly trade news magazine for publishers, librarians, booksellers, and literary agents, released its top ten books of 2009 and did not include a single book authored...
When Publishers Weekly, the American weekly trade news magazine for publishers, librarians, booksellers, and literary agents, released its top ten books of 2009 and did not include a single book authored...
Hertz Family Foundation Completes $1 Million Grant to Wiesenthal Center’s Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem
The Center for Human Dignity – Museum of Tolerance complex is currently under construction in Israel’s capital. The site’s plans call for a conference center, a theater, and interactive...
The Center for Human Dignity – Museum of Tolerance complex is currently under construction in Israel’s capital. The site’s plans call for a conference center, a theater, and interactive...
National Leader in Juvenile Justice to Work in California Counties to Address Racial and Ethnic Disparities
The San Francisco-based W. Haywood Burns Institute (BI) has been selected by five California counties to assist in reducing the racial and ethnic disparities in juvenile justice systems.
The San Francisco-based W. Haywood Burns Institute (BI) has been selected by five California counties to assist in reducing the racial and ethnic disparities in juvenile justice systems.
'Houses,' New Novel By Cynthia Rogers Parks Released November 12
“I measure my life in houses” confides Lacey Winters. “That has always been the way I divide the befores and the afters, the success and losses, the endings and beginnings.” So...
“I measure my life in houses” confides Lacey Winters. “That has always been the way I divide the befores and the afters, the success and losses, the endings and beginnings.” So...
Va Tech Survivor Tracks Shady Gun Sellers With Hidden Camera
Today, the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence released a five-minute video with highlights of Colin Goddard’s up close and personal experience with gun shows in states that don’t regulate...
Today, the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence released a five-minute video with highlights of Colin Goddard’s up close and personal experience with gun shows in states that don’t regulate...
ADL Report: Rage Grows In America
Conspiracy Theories Fuel Anti-Government Fervor
Conspiracy Theories Fuel Anti-Government Fervor
Adams Law for Men Sets Precedent as the First Fort Lauderdale Divorce Attorney and Family Law Firm Dedicated to Men’s Rights
Fort Lauderdale Divorce Attorney, Gerald Adams, stands out as the founder of one of the only Fort Lauderdale family law firms to specialize in protecting men’s rights.
Fort Lauderdale Divorce Attorney, Gerald Adams, stands out as the founder of one of the only Fort Lauderdale family law firms to specialize in protecting men’s rights.
Memoir Author Urges Bishops to Consider GLBT Testimony in Marriage Pastoral Letter
Author Gregory Gerard sends gay memoir to Cardinal Francis George with a plea to consider how an upcoming pastoral letter will affect future generations of religious children who struggle with same-sex...
Author Gregory Gerard sends gay memoir to Cardinal Francis George with a plea to consider how an upcoming pastoral letter will affect future generations of religious children who struggle with same-sex...
New Church of Scientology Grand Opening In Washington, DC
Thousands attended the dedication and opening of the new home of the Founding Church of Scientology in Washington, DC. Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige presided and public officials...
Thousands attended the dedication and opening of the new home of the Founding Church of Scientology in Washington, DC. Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige presided and public officials...
American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Celebrates 95 Years of International Humanitarian Aid
From 1914 to today, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) has been reaching out to Jewish people in need worldwide. JDC proudly celebrates its 95th year as it recalls its history of rescue...
From 1914 to today, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) has been reaching out to Jewish people in need worldwide. JDC proudly celebrates its 95th year as it recalls its history of rescue...
Greenberg Traurig Celebrates National Pro Bono Week
The international law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP marked the National Pro Bono Week Celebration, held on October 25-31st, with a series of events in its offices across the United States, as well as the...
The international law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP marked the National Pro Bono Week Celebration, held on October 25-31st, with a series of events in its offices across the United States, as well as the...
Winnick Hall at Skirball Center Will Host Photo Exhibit Honoring Civil Rights Movement
The "Road to Freedom" exhibit will open in Winnick Hall at the Skirball Cultural Center on November 19 and remain on view through March 7, 2010. Among the local events portrayed are the picketing...
The "Road to Freedom" exhibit will open in Winnick Hall at the Skirball Cultural Center on November 19 and remain on view through March 7, 2010. Among the local events portrayed are the picketing...
Global Gathering to Unveil Rule of Law Index Data, Design Multidisciplinary Plans for Local Action
Data on Austria, United States and 30 other nations to be announced; key speakers will include Palestinian legislator and activist Dr. Hanan Ashrawi, Ashraf Ghani, Justice Ellen Gracie Northfleet
Data on Austria, United States and 30 other nations to be announced; key speakers will include Palestinian legislator and activist Dr. Hanan Ashrawi, Ashraf Ghani, Justice Ellen Gracie Northfleet
Rally Planned for Black Woman Facing 15 Years in Prison for Cutting Line at Walmart
A Black college student faces 15 years in prison for cutting line at Walmart. Dr. Boyce Watkins and other African American leaders have set up a national movement and rally in her defense.
A Black college student faces 15 years in prison for cutting line at Walmart. Dr. Boyce Watkins and other African American leaders have set up a national movement and rally in her defense.
President Obama’s Attacks on Free Speech Opposed by Most Americans, Zogby/O’Leary Poll Finds
A majority of American voters view recent actions by President Barack Obama and Democratic leaders in Congress as threats to our First Amendment rights, according to a recent Zogby International/O’...
A majority of American voters view recent actions by President Barack Obama and Democratic leaders in Congress as threats to our First Amendment rights, according to a recent Zogby International/O’...
Project Independence Awarded Sabbatical Leadership Award
The California Wellness Foundation awarded Project Independence and Executive Director Debra Marsteller their leadership award. The Sabbatical Program was created to support nonprofit leaders and seeks...
The California Wellness Foundation awarded Project Independence and Executive Director Debra Marsteller their leadership award. The Sabbatical Program was created to support nonprofit leaders and seeks...
GoodCons.com Launches in Support of Prisoners and Their Families
More than 85,000 inmates are estimated to be innocent in the U.S., with thousands more serving sentences far in excess of the severity of their crime. GoodCons.com was launched today to raise public awareness...
More than 85,000 inmates are estimated to be innocent in the U.S., with thousands more serving sentences far in excess of the severity of their crime. GoodCons.com was launched today to raise public awareness...
Dozier Law Group, LLC Settles Atlanta Sexual Harassment & Retaliation Case for $405,000
The Atlanta sexual harassment attorneys of Dozier Law Group (dozierlawgroup.com) have settled a sexual harassment & retaliation case for $405,000. The case involved a claim by a former security officer...
The Atlanta sexual harassment attorneys of Dozier Law Group (dozierlawgroup.com) have settled a sexual harassment & retaliation case for $405,000. The case involved a claim by a former security officer...
Torn Apart by Deportation: From New York to Jamaica, Families Struggle to Stay Together
ColorLines magazine went on the road from New York to Jamaica this summer to investigate the collateral effects of deportation on immigrant communities. The resulting Torn Apart article series and multimedia...
ColorLines magazine went on the road from New York to Jamaica this summer to investigate the collateral effects of deportation on immigrant communities. The resulting Torn Apart article series and multimedia...
New Thinking, New Models, New Approaches Lead to Improved High School Graduation Rates, Increased Opportunities For Students Often Left Behind
Big Picture Learning Focuses on “Disruptive Innovation” to Offer Tangible High School, Postsecondary Chances to At-Risk Students
Big Picture Learning Focuses on “Disruptive Innovation” to Offer Tangible High School, Postsecondary Chances to At-Risk Students
Student Body Presidents Urged to Get REAL About Alcohol
Choose Responsibility launches initiative for student governments that encourages Responsibility, Education, and Leadership on campus alcohol issues.
Choose Responsibility launches initiative for student governments that encourages Responsibility, Education, and Leadership on campus alcohol issues.
Students Nationwide Address Anti-Gay Bullying as GLSEN's Ally Week Kicks Off
Thousands of students across the country this week are pledging to address anti-gay bullying as part of GLSEN's fifth annual Ally Week, a week of activities designed to encourage people to be allies...
Thousands of students across the country this week are pledging to address anti-gay bullying as part of GLSEN's fifth annual Ally Week, a week of activities designed to encourage people to be allies...
Governor Schwarzenegger Joins Brady Chapter Leaders to Celebrate Signing of Ammo Bill
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger joined California Campaign Brady Chapter leaders at a dispatch center of the Los Angeles Police Department this morning to celebrate the passage, and his signing, of AB 962...
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger joined California Campaign Brady Chapter leaders at a dispatch center of the Los Angeles Police Department this morning to celebrate the passage, and his signing, of AB 962...
"Save Family, Save Society" National Campaign Aims to Convey Islam's Position on Homosexuality, Polygamy, Domestic Violence & Related Issues
ICNA, a leading American Muslim organization, has launched a "Save Family, Save Society" campaign nationwide inviting all citizens to explore family system prescribed by Islam and the values...
ICNA, a leading American Muslim organization, has launched a "Save Family, Save Society" campaign nationwide inviting all citizens to explore family system prescribed by Islam and the values...
Medical Malpractice Reform Advocates Are Not Telling The Truth, Asserts Leading New York Personal Injury Lawyer
The endless barrage of allegations by republican lawmakers and big insurance companies who blame medical malpractice lawsuits for the skyrocketing cost of healthcare in this country are all lies, according...
The endless barrage of allegations by republican lawmakers and big insurance companies who blame medical malpractice lawsuits for the skyrocketing cost of healthcare in this country are all lies, according...
Black Economic Council Hosts Urban Economic Conference to Empower Through Recession
The Black Economic Council hosts their 4th Annual Urban Economic Conference in Oakland, California on October 15th with an assembly of corporate and community leaders, national experts, authors and speakers...
The Black Economic Council hosts their 4th Annual Urban Economic Conference in Oakland, California on October 15th with an assembly of corporate and community leaders, national experts, authors and speakers...
Fatherhood Dreams -- Documentary that Promotes Equality for Gay Families Arrives on DVD October 13, 2009
On the heels of National Equality March in Washington, DC comes a DVD that plainly shows why gay individuals should be afforded equal rights, period. Gay parents are as loving and caring toward their...
On the heels of National Equality March in Washington, DC comes a DVD that plainly shows why gay individuals should be afforded equal rights, period. Gay parents are as loving and caring toward their...
Intercede Confirms National Identity Project in Kuwait
Intercede confirms national ID project in Kuwait ,The Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI), the Kuwaiti government authority responsible for the ID issuance selects Intercede's MyID®...
Intercede confirms national ID project in Kuwait ,The Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI), the Kuwaiti government authority responsible for the ID issuance selects Intercede's MyID®...
