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NEW YORK, April 12, 2024 (Newswire.com) - The Henry George School of Social Science announced their Earth Day 2024 event today. 'Sound Economics: Celebrating Earth Day 2024 Through Art, Music, and Economics' will allow guests to step into a world where art, music, economics, and environmental awareness come together. This innovative event invites guests on a journey of exploration and reflection, weaving together classical melodies, contemporary compositions, and powerful visual narratives to shed light on the urgent issue of climate change. 

Program Details: The program begins with a series of musical vignettes that transport the audience through the economic landscapes of climate risk. Experience the timeless melodies of classical music intertwined with the modern interpretations of Stephen Kennedy Murphy’s adaptation of Schubert’s song-cycle “The Miller’s Daughter.” Alongside the musical performances, a Climate Change art exhibition will showcase the bold works of Tony Cruz, a renowned Bronx graffiti art entrepreneur. Explore the vibrant colors and dynamic imagery and confront the economic realities of climate change through contemporary street art. The performance will be followed by a discussion with the artists led by Dr. Willi Semmler, a Climate Change specialist (and HGSSS Board member) who fostered the creation of The Steel Miller’s Daughter, with concluding remarks by Professor Chris Horn on “Climate Risks and Future Ethics.”

The below media alert was issued today.

Who:

Henry George School of Social Science board members and staff, climate change specialist Dr. Willi Semmler, Professor Chris Horn, renowned Bronx graffiti art entrepreneur Tony Cruz, registered guests

What: 

Step into a world where art, music, economics, and environmental awareness come together. This innovative event invites you on a journey of exploration and reflection, weaving together classical melodies, contemporary compositions, and powerful visual narratives to shed light on the urgent issue of climate change.

When:

Tuesday, April 18, 2024, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. 

Where:

Henry George School of Social Science, 149 East 38th St., New York, NY 10016

Registration:

Please register online at www.HGSSS.org

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Vaughan Communications Group: Jeff Vaughan, jv@voncom.com, 610-533-4264

SEATTLE, April 9, 2024 (Newswire.com) - Champions of Change, led by Doug Baldwin, Cliff Avril and Michael Bennett, proudly announces the inclusion of NFL luminary KJ Wright as a Champion Ambassador. Wright aligns perfectly with the philanthropic activism of his former teammates, aiming to further enhance their work to support community resilience and empowerment.

As the first member of the Super Bowl team to join the Seahawks, and as a player who raised his family in and embraced the Seattle region, KJ Wright remains dedicated to local community work. “The next chapter of my career is taking me away from the Northwest, but this will always be home to us,” said Wright, “I am committed to supporting programs around Seattle, especially in partnership with my brothers. We are forever bonded to each other, and to Seattle.” Incorporating the work of The Wright Way Foundation will bolster Champions of Change’s contributions toward enhancing education and empowering disadvantaged communities. To this end, Wright brings the mission of The Wright Way Foundation into the collaboration, focusing on financial literacy and support for underserved student-athletes.

Since launching his foundation last year, Wright has personally partnered with financial institutions to provide youth with essential financial management skills, such as budgeting, saving, and investing. In addition, the foundation supports student-athletes with scholarships and mentorships to foster success on and off the playing field.

“KJ is a champion in every sense of the word,” commented Doug Baldwin, co-founder of Champions of Change, “As a champion husband, father and teammate, he brings a thoughtful approach to making a positive difference in our communities. We are grateful to add his tenacity and creativity to our collective work.” 

The primary fundraising events for Champions of Change are a gala and charity basketball game, which will be hosted on June 27th and 28th, respectively. Tickets for the all-star basketball game are available on Ticketmaster, starting today, April 10th. For more information on the Champions of Change Foundation, its benefiting partners and how to engage, please visit championsofchangefoundation.org.

About the Champions of Change Foundation

The Champions of Change Foundation commits to empowering communities and investing in genuine change for those in need. It upholds principles of equality, education, and empowerment, focusing on underserved regions. Supported by its Champion Ambassadors, the foundation advocates for unity, teamwork, and the conviction in a community's capacity to cultivate its resilience and empowerment. The Champions of Change philanthropic approach extends beyond financial assistance, emphasizing strategic partnerships and knowledge sharing to promote self-reliance and systemic change within communities.

Contact Information:

Bookie Gates

Executive Director, Champions of Change

bookie@championsofchangefoundation.org

206-769-4632

championsofchangefoundation.org

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WORCESTER, Pa., March 27, 2024 (Newswire.com) - Vision Video’s streaming platform RedeemTV is set to unveil the highly anticipated documentary The Shroud Face to Face on March 28, 2024.

The Shroud Face to Face, produced by The Nexus Institute and The Shroud LLC, is a captivating documentary that unravels the enigma of the Shroud of Turin. With cutting-edge technology and expert insights, the film provides a face-to-face encounter with this iconic relic, inviting audiences to delve into its history, authenticity, and the profound questions it raises.

This visually stunning film, based on the book The Shroud Face to Face by acclaimed author and filmmaker Robert Orlando, offers an immersive exploration of the centuries-old mystery surrounding the Shroud of Turin and has been endorsed with high praise.

"This is a compelling and convincing account of the single most fascinating relic in the Christian world. This is for anyone seeking to understand the significance and history of the Shroud of Turin.” — Bishop Robert Barron, founder of Word on Fire

'The Shroud Face to Face'

Watch Trailer: https://watch.redeemtv.com/trailer/the-shroud-trailer

RedeemTV is a FREE, donor-supported, Christian streaming platform with over 250,000 subscribers. Streaming more than 5,000 videos, it provides family-friendly content while continuing to spread the message of Jesus.

Vision Video is a leading DVD and film distributor, committed to bringing impactful and compelling stories to audiences worldwide. With a focus on cinematic excellence, Vision Video partners with filmmakers to showcase thought-provoking narratives that inspire and captivate.

The Nexus Media focuses on TV, motion pictures, books, and screenplays, along with award- winning documentaries and shorts. Our team has years of experience in media storytelling and developing well-crafted engaging content. We invite you to view some of our past projects, The Divine Plan and Silence Patton, and participate in our new initiatives.

Stream FREE on RedeemTV: https://redeemtv.com.

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SAN FRANCISCO, March 6, 2024 (Newswire.com) - The “Cures, Remedies and Beyond” podcast, hosted by Dr. Irina, a Stanford-trained medical doctor and founder of Comprehensive Spine and Sports, a regenerative non-surgical orthopedics clinic in the Bay Area, is bringing together the science of medicine and the art of healing.

Dr. Irina, as she is known, engages in discussions with health and wellness experts, medical doctors, healthcare providers, and industry leaders, as well as innovators, philosophers, and spiritual leaders. These episodes offer health and wellness seekers practical tips to optimize health and wellbeing while presenting thought-provoking discussions with an impressive lineup of inspiring and often well-known guests. 

In one episode, Dr. Irina talks with Daniel Kottke. As one of the first employees of Apple, Kottke was a personal friend of Steve Jobs and together they embarked on a spiritual pilgrimage to India while they were both in college.

Additionally, listeners can expect to hear from Professor Kenneth Salisbury, a leading specialist in medical robotics at Stanford who was behind the development of the famous DaVinci surgical robot.

In another episode, Dr. Joseph Purita, an orthopedic surgeon renowned for his expertise in sports medicine and stem cell therapeutics, shares his knowledge on the cutting-edge regenerative and anti-aging treatments that help his patients and saved many careers of leading athletes he treats.

These guests and many more will be on the podcast. The "Cures, Remedies and Beyond" podcast aims to educate, inspire, and help listeners on their journey towards optimal health, vitality, and fulfillment.

Listen to the "Cures, Remedies and Beyond" podcast on Spotify and subscribe for future episodes.

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Dr. Irina  – Stanford-trained medical doctor, inventor, and a published author with over 30 years of clinical experience, with specialty in sports and spine rehabilitation, regenerative and non-surgical orthopedics. She completed her training in general surgery and a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Stanford University Hospital. In addition, she is a fellowship trained in non-surgical orthopedics, interventional spinal procedures, and sports rehabilitation. She utilizes cutting-edge conventional and alternative medicine approaches and is an expert and early pioneer in the field of regenerative non-surgical orthopedics in the San Francisco Bay Area and has been teaching many doctors on regenerative treatments, using therapeutic growth factors, patients' own plasma or bone marrow and other tissues, to augment healing, improve structural damage and help patients to return to their healthy and functional life. Dr. Irina has strong interest in holistic medical approaches: She did post-graduate studies in medical acupuncture, European botanical medicines, and many Eastern and Western treatment modalities.