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Press Release May 23, 2016

Psychiatry: An Industry of Death Touring Exhibit Opens in Atlanta

On the heels of Friday's news about Georgia psychiatrist Narendra Nagareddy and the death of his patients, Citizens Commission on Human Rights opens the Psychiatry An Industry of Death touring exhibit in Atlanta's Piedmont Park. The exhibit documents the pseudoscience and sordid history of psychiatry, showing that the crimes of Dr. Death, as Nagareddy is now being called, are not so unusual in the psychiatric industry. Read More

Press Release May 20, 2016

He's Not a "BAD Kid"—Emotional Trauma and Its Effect on Behavior and Health

Press Release May 18, 2016

Calling for Ban on Electroshock of Children

At the annual convention of the American Psychiatric Association in Atlanta, Georgia, diverse organizations including the Nation of Islam, NAACP, Black Lives Matter, 10,000 Fearless Men and Concerned Black Clergy joined CCHR (Citizens Commission on Human Rights) in a demonstration to demand the ban of shock treatment on children. Read More

Press Release May 16, 2016

National Scooter Day Helmet Giveaway by Micro Kickboard

Press Release May 13, 2016

iRead2Know Radio Now Available on iHeartRadio and iHeartRadio Family

iRead2Know Radio helps kids Soar with Knowledge Read More

Press Release May 11, 2016

Orange County Ritecare® Childhood Language Center Named CSHA 2016 Program of the Year

Giving the Gift of Speech, One Voice at a Time Read More

Press Release May 11, 2016

Breaking Down the Mental Health Stigma

Important statistics to remember about Children's Mental Health. •1 in 5 youth will experience some form of mental health concern —that is approximately 14.5 MILLION children. •Mental health disorders don't discriminate; they impact individuals of all demographics including race, religion, nationality, socioeconomic status and age. •Half of all chronic mental disorders onset before age 14. •Suicide was the 3rd leading cause of death among U.S. teenagers. Read More

Press Release May 10, 2016

Watchdog Group CCHR Seeks to Stop American Psychiatric Association's Push to Reclassify Electroshock Devices for Use on Children

Mental health watchdog Citizens Commission on Human Rights will be protesting the American Psychiatric Association (APA) in Atlanta, Georgia on May 14th to oppose their recent push to reclassify electroshock devices to include its use on children. CCHR was established in 1969 by the Church of Scientology and psychiatrist Thomas Szasz as a non-religious, non-political mental health watchdog. Read More

Press Release May 5, 2016

The Top Airline Freebie Travel Kits for Children Receive the Seal of Approval

The global airline's topping the list for the best kids freebees are Aeroflot, Saudi Arabian, Lufthansa, Qatar, Air Astana and Singapore who were all shortlisted in the TravelPlus Airline Amenity Bag Awards 2015 Read More

Press Release May 4, 2016

ESG Partners With Central Georgia Autism to Sponsor 4th Annual Journey for Autism

Press Release May 2, 2016

Abi's Place to Award Bridging the Gap Scholarship With Help From Local Donors

Scholarship opportunities for children with disabilities to benefit those in Coral Springs Read More

Press Release Apr 28, 2016

Mr. Blue's Plantation Pool Grand Opening

Come to The Grand Opening for Mr. Blue's Plantation location this Sunday, May 1, 2016, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Temple Kol Ami Emanuel Plantation, 8200 Peters Road, Plantation, FL 33324. Bring the kids! Experience the Bounce house and water slide, cotton candy, snow cones, music, games, and Free Trial Swim Lessons. Read More

Press Release Apr 21, 2016

Rep. Jim Runestad to Read Proclamation at the Michigan Parental Alienation Awareness Rally

Press Release Apr 21, 2016

Broward and Palm Beach Professionals Continue to Lead Abi's Place, a Grass-Roots Non-Profit Organization, Into Its 10th Year of Success

Local non-profit serving children with disabilities acknowledges the hard work of volunteers and welcomes new board member Read More

Press Release Apr 20, 2016

Topbulb Helps Promote National Autism Awareness Month With Blue Lighting

Topbulb, a national distributor of lighting products, is supporting National Autism Awareness Month by lowering prices on blue light bulbs and donating a portion of sales to charity. The company is affected by autism, as one of its employees has a child who has the condition. Read More

Press Release Apr 19, 2016

Can Anyone Fix My Child's Sleep Issues? Answers NY and NJ Lecture Series on April 21-23

Books are written, costs and consequences estimated, studies conducted, sleep clinics popping up and doctors labeling, but I want better for my child, do we have an answer please? The answer is HealthyStart™️ Read More

Press Release Apr 19, 2016

Understanding Your Child as a Spiritual Gift

Press Release Apr 18, 2016

Local Costume Shop Wins "Best Dressed" at Australias' First Ginger Pride Rally

Combining costumes, craziness and a worthy cause, this is a feel-good news article of interest to small business owners, parents dealing with schoolyard bullying issues and the general community. Read More

Press Release Apr 15, 2016

Curtis Lee Putman to Perform at the Michigan Parental Alienation Awareness Day Rally on April 25th.

Press Release Apr 13, 2016

Major Donations to Abi's Place to Enhance Learning Experience for Children With Disabilities

Funding Received for Much Needed Equipment for Children with Autism Read More

Press Release Apr 12, 2016

Children Born 2007 and Earlier With Zofran Related Cleft or Heart Defects May Still Be Eligible for Compensation

According to Consumer Safety Watch, many families with children that suffered birth defects that include heart defects or cleft lip or palate were under the impression that they would not be able to recover compensation for injuries or medical bills due to statute of limitation laws. In reality, since there has never been an acknowledgment by GlaxoSmithKline of a connection between the use of their anti nausea drug and these defects, statute of limitations laws should not apply Read More

Press Release Apr 12, 2016

Daycare Staffers Helps Families and Businesses Find Quality Child Care in DC, MD and VA

Daycare Staffers Placement Agency has been recognized as a leading trusted resource for Upscale Child Care Locator and Nanny Placement services. Read More

Press Release Apr 11, 2016

State and National Leaders to Discuss Measures Taken to Address Growing Needs of Children in Mississippi

Third Annual Mississippi Children's Mental Health Summit Set for May 6 Read More

Press Release Apr 11, 2016

The Adventures of SuperCaptainBraveMan Children's Book Series Launches on April 23rd

Book One - A Day at the Park, Available for Pre-Order Now Authors Jennifer and Paul Norman Encourage Kids to Cherish Each Other's Differences Read More

Press Release Apr 8, 2016

Foster Care Parents Needed in North Mississippi

Mississippi Children's Home Services (MCHS) is currently looking for individuals and families who want to transform the lives of children and youth. MCHS is in urgent need of foster care parents in North Mississippi. Read More

Press Release Apr 7, 2016

New Pediatric Dental Clinic Opens to Serve Foster and At-Risk Children & Families

The new Pediatric Dental Clinic, a public-private partnership, will open within the Children's Medical Village at the LAC+USC Medical Center, strengthening the safety-net for vulnerable children and families across Los Angeles. Read More

Press Release Apr 7, 2016

SnackSafely.com Appeals to Kellogg's: Don't Add Peanut Flour to Existing Products

Kellogg's should abandon their plan to add peanut flour to products that currently bear no warnings of peanut content - a plan that may lead to unnecessary and possibly fatal reactions in unsuspecting consumers. Read More

Press Release Apr 5, 2016

Ground-Breaking Non-Profit 'One Can Help' to Celebrate 10 Years at Fundraiser on Thursday, May 5

Press Release Apr 1, 2016

Grounded Kidswear Teams Up With Free Arts LA to Raise Funds for Kids Art Therapy

Grounded Kidswear pledges 20% of all sales proceeds to benefit Free Arts for Abused Children organization. Read More

Press Release Mar 31, 2016

Latest Study Sounds Alarm About Overcrowded Classrooms Throughout Israel

According to a new study just released by Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics, Israeli school children are grouped in some of the most crowded classes in the developed world. The report, published in The Times Of Israel, underscores the importance of afterschool programs like those provided by the Israel Tennis Centers. Read More

Press Release Mar 30, 2016

Scientologist Tells Us What Is Scientology?

A writer recently approached Tad Reeves, who runs the Scientology Parent website, asking him to relate a few things about his beliefs and what they've done for him. Here was his response. Read More

Press Release Mar 30, 2016

Epic Crayon Drive on National Crayon Day Draws Support From Students Across the Country

National Crayon Drive and Bake Sale Helps Recycle & Reuse Crayons for Children in Need on National Crayon Day Thursday, March 31st Read More

Press Release Mar 29, 2016

Announcing a Proclamation From the Governors Office Recognizing April 25th as Parental Alienation Awareness Day for the State of Michigan

Press Release Mar 28, 2016

World Autism Awareness Day Mural Inspires Community

Press Release Mar 14, 2016

Israel Tennis Centers Foundation Announces Appointment of New Director

The Israel Tennis Centers Foundation is pleased to announce that Julie Rabinowitz, second generation ITC donor and fundraiser, has joined the ITC as Director for the Mid-Atlantic region and Palm Springs, CA area. Read More

Press Release Mar 8, 2016

First Ever Childhelp Mega Raffle Launches in Phoenix

Press Release Feb 29, 2016

OARTY Believes Enhanced Transparency and Accountability Within the Child Welfare Sector Will Pave the Way for More Effective Care and Treatment

Press Release Feb 19, 2016

Live Like Bella® Approves Grant to Aurora Biopharma to Include Children in Their Immunotherapy Trials

Live Like Bella® founded in 2013 has approved a grant to Aurora Biopharma to admit children for the first time into their cutting-edge Immunotherapy research. This is incredible news for the Cancer Community and especially children suffering with the very deadly forms of cancer known as Glioblastoma (Brain Cancer) and Osteocracoma (Bone Cancer) . Read More

Press Release Feb 5, 2016

Israel Tennis Centers Foundation Teen Council to Host "Cycle for Change" on Feb. 21st

Exciting plans were just announced by the ITC Teen Council for an ambitious fundraising event in New York City on Sunday afternoon, February 21. "Cycle for Change" will kick off a yearlong series of events by the group to raise funds for the Teen Council's Microfinance Project, providing ITC coaching and umpiring training courses to Israeli youth in-need. This first event will take place at Manhattan's preeminent cycling center, SOULCYCLE, 1470 Third Avenue on Manhattan's Upper East Side. Read More

Press Release Feb 3, 2016

Organization to Discuss Issues Facing Mississippi's Children With Legislators Tomorrow

As the state's largest non-profit provider of children's behavioral health, educational and social services, Mississippi Children's Home Services (MCHS) will discuss key legislation that affects children in Mississippi at their annual Day at the Capitol. Tomorrow, February 4, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on the first floor rotunda of the Mississippi State Capitol, MCHS will host an opportunity to discuss the many issues facing Mississippi's children with elected state officials. Read More

Press Release Jan 26, 2016

U.S. Based Non-Profit to Launch GoFundMe Campaign to Combat Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Liberia

Resources and Outreach for Liberia (ROL)'s Project READ (Restoration Education And Development), an education and empowerment program for girls, will open a drop-in center to attack the country's astounding Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Dilemma. Read More

Press Release Jan 21, 2016

40 Years Strong… Israel Tennis Centers Celebrates 40th Anniversary With Winter Exhibition Season in Florida

In recognition of the Israel Tennis Center's 40th anniversary, a yearlong celebration is planned in both Israel and the Diaspora calling attention to what the organization continues to accomplish for the 20,000+ children and their families who utilize the ITC's 14 centers each year. It all starts with an ambitious series of exhibitions in February and March throughout Florida. Details can be found in the 'Upcoming Events' section of the ITC website at www.israeltenniscenters.org. Read More

Press Release Jan 20, 2016

Gurgaon-Based Parenting Platform Mycity4kids Raises $3 M From SIDBI Venture and YourNest

mycity4kids, an online platform for working mother, has raised $3 million in Series A round from SIDBI Venture Capital Limited and YourNest Angel Fund. According to the platform, funds will be deployed on building an indispensable mobile platform for mothers and targeting operational break-even in the next 12 months. Read More

Press Release Jan 18, 2016

Santa Monica Teens to Hold Outdoor "Sleep-Out" to Bring Awareness to Local Homelessness

Boys & Girls Clubs teens are bringing awareness about the city's homelessness issue through a safe overnight "sleep-out" on Jan. 22 from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. on Jan. 23 Read More

Press Release Jan 17, 2016

Baby's Naming Ceremony at the Church of Scientology Portland

Press Release Jan 12, 2016

Duffel Bag and Luggage Drive Launched for Children in Foster Care and Residential Care

Press Release Jan 5, 2016

New Book "Possibilities in Parenting" Challenges Parents to Awaken Their Own Knowing

Most people with children would tell you that parenting is the most difficult job they've ever had. What if it didn't have to be either of those things, difficult or a job? Editor Sadie Lake challenges the parenting status quo, and the authors encourage parents to follow their own knowing in the new book "Possibilities in Parenting" slated for release January 7, 2016 by Happy Publishing. Read More

Press Release Dec 29, 2015

Helpful Hints From Scientology Parent to Avoid Holiday Illnesses

As families gather around the world in these festivities, these tips would be helpful to keep the season bright (and healthy). Read More

Press Release Dec 28, 2015

Hundreds of Santa Monica-Based Children Receive Basic Living Essentials

Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica's Family Assistance Program delivered beds and other household items to several needy Club families Read More

Press Release Dec 28, 2015

Book Drive to Support Children Living in Local Domestic Violence Shelters Draws Big Crowds

Publishing Company and author team up with fans on social media to support children living in domestic violence shelters and promote literacy. Read More

Press Release Dec 21, 2015

Your Morning Sickness Medication May Expose Your Unborn Baby to Birth Defects

As many as 90% of pregnant women experience some nausea during the early stages of pregnancy, and a small percentage of those women will experience vomiting during pregnancy that is so excessive it may result in dehydration, weight loss and other complications. Read More

Press Release Dec 17, 2015

The 13 Ugly Men Donates $25,000 to St. Joseph's Children's Hospital

The 13 Ugly Men Donates $25,000 to St. Joseph's Children's Hospital From Proceeds Raised at 2015 Annual Halloween Party Read More

Press Release Dec 17, 2015

The Something for Kelly Foundation Receives $10,000 Grant

Enthusiastic Social Media fans earn $10,000 grant to help children with eating disorders. Read More

Press Release Dec 16, 2015

Drug-Free Marshals Toronto 27th Annual "Say No to Drugs, Say Yes to Life" Christmas Festival

Some 1,500 visitors attended the 27th annual Drug-Free Marshals Christmas Festival, cosponsored by the Church of Scientology of Toronto and the Foundation for a Drug-Free World with the help of local businesses. The festival featured toys, entertainment, arts & crafts, cookie decorating, raffles and a Truth About Drugs essay contest for children and teens. Read More

Press Release Dec 16, 2015

Breanna Vergara Foundation Honors Young Dancer's Legacy While Creating Awareness of Pediatric Heart Health

Over 2,000 in Attendance Support Non-Profit's Efforts to Raise Funds for New Cardiac Program at Nicklaus Children's Hospital Read More

Press Release Dec 15, 2015

Multicultural Children's Book Series, Real Street Kidz, Inspires Kids to Create "Good Ideas" With Book #3

Author Quentin Holmes sparks new life into children's literature with a global call to action. Good Ideas is more than just the title of his new book; it's a champion's call to children everywhere to Create, Participate, and Share their own unique Good Ideas. Read More

Press Release Dec 14, 2015

"Don't Drug Our Children" Demand 850 at Rally Targeting World Psychiatric Association

Human rights activists descended on Taipei City Hall in Taiwan to march in protest of psychiatry's abuse of children. Read More

Press Release Dec 14, 2015

Strong Motor Skills Linked to Academic Success in Children

Academic achievement and athletics are often thought to be two mutually exclusive talents, with very little overlap. Just because a child excels at dodge ball doesn't necessarily mean that that they are a whiz at math. Or does it? Read More

Press Release Dec 9, 2015

Make Room Santa Claus, Kwanzaa Nana Is Coming to Town

Make room Santa Claus - Kwanzaa Nana is coming to town. New York-based author, attorney, and educator, Ama Karikari-Yawson, has created a new folkloric character for Kwanzaa, Kwanzaa Nana, through her book Kwanzaa Nana is Coming to Town: Visit 1. She hopes that the Kwanzaa Nana character and stories will both inspire children globally, and encourage the proliferation of Kwanzaa celebrations worldwide. Read More

Press Release Dec 8, 2015

Jimmy, a Kid on a Mission to Make the World a Greener Place, Sends a Message to COP21

The Jimmy's Gone Green Foundation releases new children's song - an important message from Jimmy. Read More