Bills supporting anti-human-trafficking training, improved legal protection for victims, now on President’s desk

Anyone can help report human trafficking. Contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline (NHTH), call 1-888-373-7888 or text HELP or INFO to BeFree (233733). (Photo sourced from Department of Homeland Security)

Sylvia Stanard speaking at an event in Congress promoting better training and handling of trafficking victims in the criminal justice arena

Sylvia Stanard doing Congressional visits to promote better human trafficking programs and legislation

“What Are Human Rights?” educational booklet provided free of charge by Youth for Human Rights International

Human Rights group says bills will help train police, prosecutors, and give judges leeway to consider trafficking, extenuating circumstances at sentencing.

Some cases have also involved trafficking survivors fighting off their attacker/trafficker and then being charged as an adult for murder or attempted murder.”

— Sylvia Stanard, Youth for Human Rights International, Washington, DC

WASHINGTON, DC, US, January 4, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Youth for Human Rights praised Congress today for their bipartisan work to pass legislation which will help trafficking victims while also supporting the training of police and social workers in spotting and helping human-trafficking survivors. Congress just passed

MY SOULMATE, THE MOVIE SCREENING At the Historic Old Greenbelt Theater on Saturday, February 4th

WASHINGTON, DC, USA, January 4, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Andrée Harris Productions, an independent multi-award-winning production company, will screen their feature film, “My Soulmate, the Move” on Saturday, February 4th, 2023, from 1- 3pm. The screening will take place at the Old Greenbelt Theater located at 129 Centerway Greenbelt, MD 20770 from 1-3 pm.

“My Soulmate the Movie” is

Popular Singer/Songwriter Caps Debut Year with Fresh New Music Release

Cry a Little Longer art by Deb Walley

Ed Gumbrecht's Cry a Little Longer winks at sad songs, uplifts spirits.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 19, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Cry A Little Longer, a new single, drops on all streaming services today. An

Kangaroo-Skin Soccer Cleats a Virtual No-Show at 2022 World Cup

Goal! Kangaroo shoe leather a big loser at 2022 World Cup soccer tournament.

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and other global soccer stars chose not to wear Nike or Adidas football boots made from kangaroos killed in the wild in Australia

With the World Cup in the history books, we know that kangaroo-based shoes represent not only a moral failure, but a marketing and performance flop.”

— Wayne Pacelle, president, Center for a Humane Economy

WASHINGTON, D.C., UNITED STATES, December 19, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and other soccer stars performed on the global stage in the 2022 World Cup without lacing up soccer cleats made from the skins of

Thoughtful Conversations with Veteran Spouse and Coauthor of 'Ever Vigilant Leadership and Legacy' Dr. Jennifer London

In my travels around the world, I have seen the value of America’s opportunities. It makes me appreciate how this American treasure has lasted so long. It’s a wonderful place.”

— Dr. J. Phillip London

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 19, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- This Christmas and Hanukkah holiday season, Dr. Jennifer London, a thought leader, Veteran Spouse, speaker, and

Local Heroes Are Buying Their Community A Brighter Future For $250

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Storm Cunningham, Executive Director, RECONOMICS Institute

In two minutes, RISING PLACES Patrons provide their city or county with free, permanent access to tools that create inclusive, resilient, green economic growth.

Over 90% of community revitalization efforts fail to make a significant, lasting difference in the local economy or quality of life.”

— Storm Cunningham, Executive Director, RECONOMICS Institute

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 19, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- RECONOMICS Institute today announced the first phase of its new RISING PLACES initiative with the launch of a Founding Patrons program.

The Founding Patrons program is

The National Black Chamber of Commerce African Diaspora Business Forum & Reception

WASHINGTON , DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2022/EINPresswire.com/ -- The White House U.S.-Africa Leaders’ Summit will be held on December 13-15, 2022, in Washington, DC to demonstrate the United States’ enduring commitment to Africa by underscoring the importance of U.S.-Africa relations, increased cooperation on shared global priorities, and mutual interest to improve the global business environment.

On the peripheral of this important summit, the National Black Chamber of