#Health and wellness affiliate programs

[gadgets-ark]

High-paying affiliate programs for beginners 2023

About Affiliate programsAmazon AssociatesClickBankCJ Affiliate (formerly Commission Junction)ShareASaleShopify Affiliate ProgramBluehost Affiliate ProgramUdemy Affiliate Program About Affiliate programs Affiliate programs are marketing arrangements where individuals or businesses, known as affiliates, promote products or services on behalf of another company, known as the merchant or…

[healthy-product-supplements]

The KlickTipp Affiliate Program: A Lucrative Partnership for Digital Marketers

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[livegood-with-leah]

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[reasonsforhope]

"Growing up, Mackenzee Thompson always wanted a deeper connection with her tribe and culture.

The 26-year-old member of the Choctaw Nation said she grew up outside of her tribe’s reservation and wasn’t sure what her place within the Indigenous community would be.

Through a first-of-its-kind program, Thompson said she’s now figured out how she can best serve her people — as a doctor.

Thompson is graduating as part of the inaugural class from Oklahoma State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Cherokee Nation. It’s the first physician training program on a Native American reservation and in affiliation with a tribal government, according to school and tribal officials.

“I couldn’t even have dreamed this up,” she said. “To be able to serve my people and learn more about my culture is so exciting. I have learned so much already.”

Thompson is one of nine Native graduates, who make up more than 20 percent of the class of 46 students, said Dr. Natasha Bray, the school’s dean. There are an additional 15 Native students graduating from the school’s Tulsa campus.

The OSU-COM graduates include students from 14 different tribes, including Cherokee, Choctaw, Muscogee, Seminole, Chickasaw, Alaska Native, Caddo, and Osage.

Bray said OSU partnered with the Cherokee Nation to open the school in 2020 to help erase the shortage of Indigenous doctors nationwide. There are about 841,000 active physicians practicing in the United States. Of those, nearly 2,500 — or 0.3 percent — are Native American, according to the Association of American Medical Colleges.

When American Indian and Alaska Native people visit Indian Health Service clinics, there aren’t enough doctors or nurses to provide “quality and timely health care,” according to a 2018 report from the Government Accountability Office. On average, a quarter of IHS provider positions — from physicians to nurses and other care positions –are vacant.

“These students here are going to make a generational impact,” Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. told the students days before graduation. “There is such a need in this state and in this region for physicians and this school was created out of a concern about the pipeline of doctors into our health system.”

The Cherokee Nation spent $40 million to build the college in its capital of Tahlequah. The walls of the campus feature artifacts of Cherokee culture as well as paintings to remember important figures from Cherokee history. An oath of commitment on the wall is written in both English and Cherokee.

The physician training program was launched in the first year of the pandemic.

Bray said OSU and Cherokee leadership felt it was important to have the school in the heart of the Cherokee Nation, home to more than 141,000 people, because students would be able to get experience treating Indigenous patients. In Tahlequah, students live and study in a small town about an hour east of Tulsa with a population of less than 24,000 people.

“While many students learn about the problems facing these rural communities,” Bray said. “Our students are getting to see them firsthand and learn from those experiences.”

While students from the college are free to choose where to complete their residency after graduation, an emphasis is placed on serving rural and Indigenous areas of the country.

There’s also a severe lack of physicians in rural America, a shortage that existed before the COVID-19 pandemic. The Association of American Medical Colleges has projected that rural counties could see a shortage between 37,800 and 124,000 physicians by 2034. An additional 180,000 doctors would be needed in rural counties and other underserved populations to make up the difference.

Bray said OSU saw an opportunity to not only help correct the underrepresentation of Native physicians but also fill a workforce need to help serve and improve health care outcomes in rural populations.

“We knew we’d need to identify students who had a desire to serve these communities and also stay in these communities,” she said.

Osteopathic doctors, or DOs, have the same qualifications and training as allopathic doctors, or MDs, but the two types of doctors attend different schools. While MDs learn from traditional programs, DOs take on additional training at osteopathic schools that focus on holistic medicine, like how to reduce patient discomfort by physically manipulating muscles and bones. DOs are more likely to work in primary care and rural areas to help combat the health care shortages in those areas.

As part of the curriculum, the school invited Native elders and healers to help teach students about Indigenous science and practices...

Thompson said she was able to bring those experiences into her appointments. Instead of asking only standard doctor questions, she’s been getting curious and asking about her patient’s diets, and if they are taking any natural remedies.

“It’s our mission to be as culturally competent as we can,” she said. “Learning this is making me not only a better doctor but helping patients trust me more.”

-via PBS NewsHour, May 23, 2024

[makebho]

This is my first successful landing page that is fully functional. Was easy to make on systeme.io. I'm loving learning about affiliate marketing. I want to find a platform as easy as systeme but that I can integrate app.propush.me into it. I may be new to this but I bet you've never heard of propush. Its f**king awesome and there's fat potentail to make bank with it. Just need either root access for proof of ownership download. Or to be shown how to add a snippet to (its either js or html, idk which one it is). I know systeme isnt down for shit like propush.

[slyandthefamilybook]

since we now know that all those "my blog is safe for Jewish people" posts are bullshit, here are some Jewish organizations you can donate to if you actually want to prove you support Jews. put up or shut up

FIGHTING HUNGER

Masbia - Kosher soup kitchens in New York

MAZON - Practices and promotes a multifaceted approach to hunger relief, recognizing the importance of responding to hungry peoples' immediate need for nutrition and sustenance while also working to advance long-term solutions

Tomchei Shabbos - Provides food and other supplies so that poor Jews can celebrate the Sabbath and the Jewish holidays

FINANCIAL AID

Ahavas Yisrael - Providing aid for low-income Jews in Baltimore

Hebrew Free Loan Society - Provides interest-free loans to low-income Jews in New York and more

GLOBAL AID

American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee - Offers aid to Jewish populations in Central and Eastern Europe as well as in the Middle East through a network of social and community assistance programs. In addition, the JDC contributes millions of dollars in disaster relief and development assistance to non-Jewish communities

American Jewish World Service - Fighting poverty and advancing human rights around the world

Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society - Providing aid to immigrants and refugees around the world

Jewish World Watch - Dedicated to fighting genocides around the world

MEDICAL AID

Sharsheret - Support for cancer patients, especially breast cancer

SOCIAL SERVICES

The Aleph Institute - Provides support and supplies for Jews in prison and their families, and helps Jewish convicts reintegrate into society

Bet Tzedek - Free legal services in LA

Bikur Cholim - Providing support including kosher food for Jews who have been hospitalized in the US, Australia, Canada, Brazil, and Israel

Blue Card Fund - Critical aid for holocaust survivors

Chai Lifeline - An org that's very close to my heart. They help families with members with disabilities in Baltimore

Chana - Support network for Jews in Baltimore facing domestic violence, sexual abuse, and elder abuse

Community Alliance for Jewish-Affiliated Cemetaries - Care of abandoned and at-risk Jewish cemetaries

Crown Heights Central Jewish Community Council - Provides services to community residents including assistance to the elderly, housing, employment and job training, youth services, and a food bank

Hands On Tzedakah - Supports essential safety-net programs addressing hunger, poverty, health care and disaster relief, as well as scholarship support to students in need

Hebrew Free Burial Association

Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services - Programs include early childhood and learning, children and adolescent services, mental health outpatient clinics for teenagers, people living with developmental disabilities, adults living with mental illness, domestic violence and preventive services, housing, Jewish community services, counseling, volunteering, and professional and leadership development

Jewish Caring Network - Providing aid for families facing serious illnesses

Jewish Family Service - Food security, housing stability, mental health counseling, aging care, employment support, refugee resettlement, chaplaincy, and disability services

Jewish Relief Agency - Serving low-income families in Philadelphia

Jewish Social Services Agency - Supporting people’s mental health, helping people with disabilities find meaningful jobs, caring for older adults so they can safely age at home, and offering dignity and comfort to hospice patients

Jewish Women's Foundation Metropolitan Chicago - Aiding Jewish women in Chicago

Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty - Crisis intervention and family violence services, housing development funds, food programs, career services, and home services

Misaskim - Jewish death and burial services

Our Place - Mentoring troubled Jewish adolescents and to bring awareness of substance abuse to teens and children

Tiferes Golda - Special education for Jewish girls in Baltimore

Yachad - Support for Jews with disabilities

[hymnsofheresy]

If anyone is wanting to have a child and needs emotional and material support from a non-CPC in the USA, here is a list of resources I mostly got from this article.

All Options (Formerly known as Backline) is a pro-choice resource that provides non-judgmental, free counseling on all the options available to someone in their pregnancy and after, including abortion, adoption, and parenting. Their toll-free talk line number is 1-888-493-0092 and it’s open Monday through Friday from 10-1 a.m., and Saturday through Sunday from 10 a.m. through 6 p.m. ET.

DomesticShelters.org is the first and largest online and mobile searchable directory of domestic violence programs and shelters in the U.S. and Canada, and a leading source of helpful tools and information for people experiencing and working to end domestic violence. They aim to make it faster and easier for victims of domestic violence and their friends/family, as well as program and shelter providers, to quickly find services and information best suited to their location, language, and needs.

LoveIsRespect.org engages, educates, and empowers young people to prevent and end abusive relationships. Their free and confidential services are available 24/7: Chat at www.loveisrespect.org; Text ‘loveis’ to 22522*; or make a toll-free call to 1-866-331-9474.

Parents without Partners provides single parents and their children with an opportunity for enhancing personal growth, self-confidence, and sensitivity towards others by offering an environment for support, friendship and the exchange of parenting techniques.

Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN) is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. Partnering with over 1,000 local sexual assault service providers nationally, RAINN carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help victims, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice. Their toll-free hotline is 1-800-656-HOPE and it’s open 24/7.

Single Mothers By Choice provides peer support and information to single women who are considering, or have chosen, single motherhood. Members connect with one another through local chapters all over the US, and in Canada, Europe, and beyond.

The National Diaper Bank Network raises awareness of diaper need, strengthens community-based diaper banks, and generates donations of dollars and diapers, so that all babies remain clean, dry and healthy.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline staffs highly trained, experienced advocates to offer compassionate support, crisis intervention information, and referral services in more than 200 languages for DV survivors. Visit their website to find information about DV, safety planning, and local resources. Their toll free hotline is open 24/7 at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233).

The National Parent Helpline connects parents or caregivers of youth to local services and resources and counsels on problem-solving and personal empowerment for caregivers. Their hotline is 1-855- 4A PARENT (1-855-427-2736) and it’s open Monday through Friday from 10am-7pm PST.

The National Pro-Choice Adoption Collaborative is comprised of two non-profits: Open Adoption & Family Services and Friends in Adoption, which provides pro-choice, not religiously affiliated and non-discriminatory adoption information and counseling. Their toll-free hotlines are open 24/7 at 1-800-772-1115 (OAFS) or 1-800-982-3678 (FiA)

ChildCare.gov is a government-run program to help parents find childcare and government resources. This includes financial assistance, healthcare, and mental health resources.

Free Formula Exchange is a nationwide mutual aid network connecting families who need baby formula to people who have formula to donate.

PDF on how to create a childcare collective which is a way multiple families can collaborate with each other to provide child care.

Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is a government healthcare program for children in families not eligible for Medicaid. It offers free or low-cost health insurance for kids and teens. Children can get regular check-ups, immunizations, doctor and dentist visits, hospital care, mental health services, prescriptions and more. In a handful of states, CHIP also covers prenatal care. To find information on health insurance programs call 1-877-KIDS-NOW (1-877-543-7669).

Every Mother Counts is an organization that advocates for and supports accessible maternity care, especially for WoC. They provide guidance about your pregnancy needs, such as finding an affordable doula, and information about pregnant people’s rights.

National Respite Network and Resource Center provides information for national and state respite programs. This includes a directory of various crisis nurseries which provide a temporary safe space for high-risk children without placing the child in foster care.

Hill-Burton Facilities are medical institutions that are obligated to provide free or affordable healthcare. This can be helpful when seeking prenatal and postnatal care.

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services has a list of resources on finding health assistance programs. To find free or reduced prenatal care call the toll free number Call 1-800-311-BABY (1-800-311-2229) to get in touch with your local health department.

[allthecanadianpolitics]

One year after the federal government vowed to do more to give status to undocumented workers, Canada is pressing forward with deporting a personal support worker, separating her from her child and sending her back to the country from which she says she ran for her life.

Fatumah Najjuma, a 29-year-old, fled Uganda while pregnant in 2018 after she says she was disowned by her family and her life was put in danger for her religious and social affiliations. [...]

But "normal" is something Najjuma hasn't been able to feel with her new life on the brink of collapse. Despite applying to stay in Canada on compassionate and humanitarian grounds in March, she faces deportation on Jan. 7. 

"My mental health is worsening every day. I'm not sleeping, I'm not eating… Each day that passes, I get more scared." [...]

Federal Immigration Minister Sean Fraser's mandate includes working to "further explore ways of regularizing status for undocumented workers who are contributing to Canadian communities." Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada says that work is underway, but that it cannot comment on programs or policies under development. [...]

"As we advance our work on further programs, we will continue listening to experts as well as undocumented workers themselves... Until new policies are announced, the existing ones remain in effect," spokesperson Jeffery MacDonald said in a statement. [...]

Continue Reading.

Tagging: @politicsofcanada

[justinspoliticalcorner]

Anna Spoerre at Missouri Independent, via KCUR:

The new law will go into effect Aug. 28. Planned Parenthood, Democratic lawmakers and health organizations say the ban will cause the most harm to low-income Missourians who rely on the clinics for contraceptives, STI testing, cancer screenings and more.

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson has signed legislation limiting Planned Parenthood’s ability to serve low-income patients at a ceremony in his Capitol office Thursday. The new law, which will go into effect Aug. 28, will end Medicaid reimbursements to any health centers affiliated with abortion providers. In Missouri, the law would apply to Planned Parenthood. “This is something Republicans have been working for years, since we captured the majority,” said state Sen. Mary Elizabeth Coleman, an Arnold Republican who sponsored a version of the legislation. She added: “It’s a huge victory. Missouri has a long history of being a pro-life state.”

Nearly every abortion, with exceptions for medical emergencies, has been illegal in Missouri since 2022. However, the state’s Planned Parenthood clinics have continued to operate, providing services such as contraceptive care, STI testing, cancer screenings and wellness checks.

Missouri Republicans have argued that no additional money should be going to Planned Parenthood, since Missouri’s locations are affiliated with clinics in Kansas and Illinois, where abortion is legal and where many Missourians travel for the procedure. Democrats, Planned Parenthood and other health institutes have argued that the bill would cause the most harm to Missouri’s most vulnerable population, who may be forced to find a new provider. But the state’s public health safety net is already strained and will have a difficult time absorbing the thousands of displaced patients. Two weeks ago, the Missouri House approved the legislation, originally filed by Republican state Rep, Cody Smith of Carthage, though it did so without approving an emergency clause which would have put the bill into effect immediately upon the governor’s signing.

Coleman’s version of the bill was blocked by a Democratic filibuster in February. A second filibuster by Senate Democrats in April was abandoned after 11 hours when Republicans agreed to remove a provision that would have ended contracts with organizations founded by eugenicists. Missouri Republicans have twice before tried to pass a similar restriction through the state budget, attempts that were ruled unconstitutional by state courts.

[...] MO HealthNet, the state’s Medicaid program, serves low-income and disabled citizens and has long banned funding for abortion, with limited exceptions.

Shame on you, Missouri Gov. Mike Parson (R), for signing a bill to block Planned Parenthood or any abortion provider from accessing Medicaid funding. #HB2634

[leftisthousewife]

CSE post 2/2

The below text is from a pamphlet handed out by my grandma’s church to get their members to attend school board meetings to block Sex education. 

Needless to say this is bad and will cause so much harm.

8. PROMOTES EARLY SEXUAL AUTONOMY Teaches children they can choose to have sex when they feel they are ready or when they find a trusted partner. Fails to provide data about the well-documented negative consequences of early sexual debut. Fails to encourage sexually active children to return to abstinence. 9. FAILS TO ESTABLISH ABSTINENCE AS THE EXPECTED STANDARD Fails to establish abstinence (or a return to abstinence) as the expected standard for all school-age children. May mention abstinence only in passing. May teach children that all sexual activity-other than "unprotected" vaginal and oral sex- is acceptable, and even healthy. May present abstinence and "protected" sex as equally good options for children. 10. PROMOTES TRANSGENDER IDEOLOGY Promotes affirmation of and/or exploration of diverse gender identities. May teach children they can change their gender or identify as multiple genders, or may present other unscientific and medically inaccurate theories. Fails to teach that most gender-confused children resolve their confusion by adulthood and that extreme gender confusion is a mental health disorder (gender dysphoria) that can be helped with mental health intervention. 11. PROMOTES CONTRACEPTION / ABORTION TO CHILDREN Presents abortion as a safe or positive option while omitting data on the many potential negative physical and mental health consequences. May teach children they have a right to abortion and refer them to abortion providers. May encourage the use of contraceptives, while failing to present failure rates or side effects. 12. PROMOTES PEER-TO-PEER SEX ED OR SEXUAL RIGHTS ADVOCACY May train children to teach other children about sex or sexual pleasure, through peer-to-peer initiatives. May recruit children as spokespeople to advocate for controversial sexual rights (including a right to CSE itself or to promote abortion. 13. UNDERMINES TRADITIONAL VALUES AND BELIEFS May encourage children to question their parents' beliefs or their cultural or religious values regarding early sex, sexual orientation or gender identity. 14. UNDERMINES PARENTS OR PARENTAL RIGHTS May instruct children they have rights to confidentiality and privacy from their parents. May teach children about accessing sexual commodities or services, including abortion, without parental consent. May instruct children not to tell their parents what they are being taught about sex in school. 15. REFERS CHILDREN TO HARMFUL RESOURCESRefers children to harmful websites, materials or outside entities. May also specifically refer children to Planned Parenthood or their affiliates or partners for their lucrative services or commodities (i.e., sexual counseling, condoms, contraceptives, gender hormones, STI testing and treatment, abortions, etc.) Please Note: A conflict of interest exists whenever an entity that profits from sexualizing children is involved in creating or implementing sex education programs. (For more information on how Planned Parenthood sexualizes children for profit see www.WaronChildren.org and www.InvestigateIPPF.org)

[bsof-maarav]

Date: June 24 - 12:00 pm ET

Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QAyx1OSLQ7S-DhvB9tkOBA#/registration

This webinar is intended for LGBTQ supporters of Israel and their loved ones and will address how discourse can impact an already marginalized community. There will be time for questions at the conclusion of the program, and attendees are encouraged to use the Q and A feature during the webinar.

Corinne E. Blackmer, PhD is professor of English and Judaic Studies and Director of Judaic Studies at Southern Connecticut State University, and an affiliate professor at University of Haifa. She has written numerous articles on a wide array of subjects, from Jewish ethics and pink washing to Jewish women’s graphic novels and modernism. She recently completed a book which won the National Jewish Book Award, “Queering Anti-Zionism: LGBTQ Intellectuals, Academic Freedom, and Israel/Palestine Campus Activism” and also edited (with Andrew Pessin) a collection of essays, “Poisoning the Wells: Antisemitism in Contemporary America.” She is currently completing a memoir about her maternal grandmother, who was a woman’s reproductive health advocate. The title is, “My Grandmother as an Abortionist before Roe.”

Joshua Simmons, PsyD is a Jungian psychoanalyst, licensed psychologist, and clinical supervisor. His past clinical research focuses on cultural trauma and the intergenerational transmission of trauma and resilience among ethnic minorities. He maintains a private practice in San Francisco, CA.

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[beardedmrbean]

I don't know if this is a news story you'd be interested in but there's a girl on tiktok who found out that during a call with a law professor about a pelvic exam performed on her without her consent the professor had her on speaker phone at her hair dresser. The girl had detailed her medical issues, previous sexual assault, and how she could tell a pelvic exam was performed even though she was under anesthesia and at the beginning of the call was assured everything was between the 4 people who she knew were on the call. She found out she was on speaker because the hair dresser asked her a question regarding it. The professor is on paid leave currently

https://www.news-gazette.com/news/local/university-illinois/ui-legal-scholar-on-paid-leave-over-alleged-mishandling-of-private-phone-call/article_b54fb4bb-acda-5e63-8c9d-ff3b8842b9da.html

I'm interested in most news stories, just can only run so many.

Female law professor even, huh that'll throw a wrench in people blaming evil men which I was anticipating.

This is about a month old too, may be a update for me to find as well.

This is not one I'm going to be able to not editorialize I see.

URBANA — The University of Illinois Ethics and Compliance Office is investigating a claim made against one of its prominent legal scholars — that she mishandled a call under the promise of privacy.

Robin Fretwell Wilson, director of the UI System’s Institute of Government and Public Affairs who holds a tenured appointment in the College of Law on the Urbana campus, is currently on paid administrative leave, UI Associate Chancellor for Public Affairs Robin Kaler said Monday.

“We can’t comment on specific personnel issues,” Kaler said in a written statement to The News-Gazette. “We take very seriously any reports of behavior that might violate the university’s policies or employment expectations related to professional conduct, ethics, research compliance or other matters.”

The allegations came forward from a now widely viewed TikTok post on the account of @bonniedoes, an artist and disability-rights advocate with more than 200,000 followers. The woman behind the account said she has not divulged her full name — on social media or to the university — due to a previous unrelated case of harassment. She has no affiliation with the UI.

Attempts to reach Wilson were unsuccessful.

According to emails shared with The News-Gazette, members of Wilson’s team affiliated with the UI’s Epstein Health Law and Policy Program, a legal research program, reached out to the woman last month after she shared a story on her social-media platform detailing an unauthorized pelvic exam that was performed on her while she was unconscious during an operation at a teaching hospital outside of Illinois.

The practice, sometimes done solely for medical students’ education and not for the benefit of the patient, is highly controversial and currently banned in 21 states, including Illinois. Since January 2019, Wilson and the Epstein Health Law and Policy Program have assisted with legislative efforts to require hospitals to obtain informed consent from patients before conducting invasive medical exams.

I appreciate that some folks are wording this in what I consider a correct way

non consensual is the correct term, it is for a legitimate medical purpose so sexual assault may be a reach, from a linguistic standpoint at least, I know that's what I'd call it tho.

Snopes piece is old obviously

Wilson and her colleagues did not act as lawyers for the woman, or being consulted for legal advice. According to email correspondences, they wanted to understand how TikTok could be used to help speed up this legislative process.

The woman said she agreed to talk, with the understanding that Wilson and three other members of the research team would be the only ones listening in. 

But while she was sharing the intimate details of what happened to her, she said later on her TikTok post, another voice chimed in with a question. The voice, she said, came from Wilson’s hairdresser, who was listening to the conversation while the professor had the call on speakerphone.

“I was stunned and didn’t know what to say,” the woman told the News-Gazette on Monday. “I was not at all prepared to handle that. I wanted to just hang up immediately.”

After the conversation ended, the woman emailed the team, calling Wilson’s choice to put the call on speaker “extremely inappropriate and tone deaf.”

“We were having a discussion about the trust between a patient and doctor being violated, while, yet again, my trust being broken by someone who tells me they are here to help,” she wrote in an email.

One of Wilson's colleagues replied to the woman that she was “not aware” Wilson was going to be in a public place during the call.

Wilson later replied in an email, “I owe you an apology since my schedule slipped, but I should have set that out front. Happy to call you privately regarding this.”

The woman has since spoken openly about her call with Wilson on her TikTok page, and brought forward her accusations to the UI System and the UI College of Law.

“Immediately upon learning of this matter, the University Ethics Officer communicated with the individual who posted their concerns regarding their interaction to obtain additional information,” Kaler said Monday. “There have been several other communications directly with that individual since the initial one. We care deeply about any individual who has been affected by inappropriate behavior.

“We believe that survivors of sexual misconduct should always be treated with empathy and dignity and in a manner that fully respects their wishes for privacy and confidentiality.”

Wilson is a well-known scholar in family law, bioethics and religious liberty. She was invited to the White House in December for the signing of the Respect for Marriage Act because of her role in helping to craft the legislation.

The woman said she does not plan to file suit against Wilson.

“I had a concern that she is not treating this issue with the respect and care it deserves, and not treating the victims with the respect and care they deserve,” she said. “The people in that hair salon, under no circumstances did they need to hear that information.” ___________________

There is absolutely everything wrong with this, good grief. Not seeing any updates either.

What a mess, that procedure needs to be illegal without consent, one of those things there's no law about because nobody though it would be needed I guess.

[reasonsforhope]

"Research on a police diversion program implemented in 2014 shows a striking 91% reduction in in-school arrests over less than 10 years.

Across the United States, arrest rates for young people under age 18 have been declining for decades. However, the proportion of youth arrests associated with school incidents has increased.

According to the U.S. Department of Education, K–12 schools referred nearly 230,000 students to law enforcement during the school year that began in 2017. These referrals and the 54,321 reported school-based arrests that same year were mostly for minor misbehavior like marijuana possession, as opposed to more serious offenses like bringing a gun to school.

School-based arrests are one part of the school-to-prison pipeline, through which students—especially Black and Latine students and those with disabilities—are pushed out of their schools and into the legal system.

Getting caught up in the legal system has been linked to negative health, social, and academic outcomes, as well as increased risk for future arrest.

Given these negative consequences, public agencies in states like Connecticut, New York, and Pennsylvania have looked for ways to arrest fewer young people in schools. Philadelphia, in particular, has pioneered a successful effort to divert youth from the legal system.

Philadelphia Police School Diversion Program

In Philadelphia, police department leaders recognized that the city’s school district was its largest source of referrals for youth arrests. To address this issue, then–Deputy Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel developed and implemented a school-based, pre-arrest diversion initiative in partnership with the school district and the city’s department of human services. The program is called the Philadelphia Police School Diversion Program, and it officially launched in May 2014.

Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker named Bethel as her new police commissioner on Nov. 22, 2023.

Since the diversion program began, when police are called to schools in the city for offenses like marijuana possession or disorderly conduct, they cannot arrest the student involved if that student has no pending court case or history of adjudication. In juvenile court, an adjudication is similar to a conviction in criminal court.

Instead of being arrested, the diverted student remains in school, and school personnel decide how to respond to their behavior. For example, they might speak with the student, schedule a meeting with a parent, or suspend the student.

A social worker from the city also contacts the student’s family to arrange a home visit, where they assess youth and family needs. Then, the social worker makes referrals to no-cost community-based services. The student and their family choose whether to attend.

Our team—the Juvenile Justice Research and Reform Lab at Drexel University—evaluated the effectiveness of the diversion program as independent researchers not affiliated with the police department or school district. We published four research articles describing various ways the diversion program affected students, schools, and costs to the city.

Arrests Dropped

In our evaluation of the diversion program’s first five years, we reported that the annual number of school-based arrests in Philadelphia decreased by 84%: from nearly 1,600 in the school year beginning in 2013 to just 251 arrests in the school year beginning in 2018.

Since then, school district data indicates the annual number of school-based arrests in Philadelphia has continued to decline—dropping to just 147 arrests in the school year that began in 2022. That’s a 91% reduction from the year before the program started.

We also investigated the number of serious behavioral incidents recorded in the school district in the program’s first five years. Those fell as well, suggesting that the diversion program effectively reduced school-based arrests without compromising school safety.

Additionally, data showed that city social workers successfully contacted the families of 74% of students diverted through the program during its first five years. Nearly 90% of these families accepted at least one referral to community-based programming, which includes services like academic support, job skill development, and behavioral health counseling...

Long-Term Outcomes

To evaluate a longer follow-up period, we compared the 427 students diverted in the program’s first year to the group of 531 students arrested before the program began. Results showed arrested students were significantly more likely to be arrested again in the following five years...

Finally, a cost-benefit analysis revealed that the program saves taxpayers millions of dollars.

Based on its success in Philadelphia, several other cities and counties across Pennsylvania have begun replicating the Police School Diversion Program. These efforts could further contribute to a nationwide movement to safely keep kids in their communities and out of the legal system."

-via Yes! Magazine, December 5, 2023

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Pineal Power: How Pineal XT Unlocked My Health and Opened Earning Doors

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Pineal Power: How Pineal XT Unlocked My Health and Opened Earning Doors

I've always been interested in natural ways to improve my health and well-being. In my quest for holistic wellness, I stumbled upon Pineal XT supplements, and let me tell you, it's been a game-changer.

Improved Sleep and Enhanced Energy: For years, I battled inconsistent sleep patterns. Tossing and turning all night left me feeling drained during the day. Since incorporating Pineal XT into my routine, I've noticed a significant improvement in my sleep quality. The melatonin content, I believe, has played a key role. I now drift off to sleep faster and wake up feeling refreshed and energized, ready to tackle the day.

Stress Less, Achieve More: Daily life can be a whirlwind of stress, and I wasn't immune. The constant pressure often left me feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Pineal XT, with its L-theanine content, has been a revelation. I've experienced a noticeable reduction in stress levels. My mind feels calmer and more focused, allowing me to approach challenges with a clearer headspace. This newfound sense of calm has significantly boosted my productivity.

Natural Ingredients, Real Results: As someone who prioritizes natural solutions, I was impressed by Pineal XT's focus on science-backed ingredients. The formula includes melatonin, L-theanine, and Vitamin B6, all known for their health benefits. Knowing exactly what I'm putting into my body gives me peace of mind. The results speak for themselves – I feel healthier, more energized, and less stressed.

Beyond Personal Benefits: Earning Potential: While the personal health improvements have been fantastic, Pineal XT has also opened up an unexpected avenue – earning potential. The company offers an affiliate program, allowing me to share my positive experience with others. It's a win-win situation – I can promote a product I genuinely believe in and potentially generate income by doing so.

Overall, Pineal XT has surpassed my expectations. It's not just a supplement; it's a holistic wellness solution that has positively impacted my sleep, stress levels, and overall energy. The added bonus of the affiliate program makes it an even more attractive option. If you're looking for a natural way to enhance your health and well-being, I highly recommend giving Pineal XT a try. You might just unlock a world of benefits, just like I did.

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Supercharging My Health and My Wallet: A Review of Pineal XT

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Supercharging My Health and My Wallet: A Review of Pineal XT

In today's world, it can feel like there just aren't enough hours in the day. Between work, family, and personal commitments, maintaining good health often falls by the wayside. I've tried countless things to boost my energy and overall well-being, but nothing quite hit the mark. That is, until I discovered Pineal XT.

This unique health supplement has become a game-changer in my life. Pineal XT boasts a carefully crafted blend of natural ingredients designed to support the pineal gland, a tiny but crucial organ responsible for regulating sleep, hormone production, and our internal clock. Since incorporating Pineal XT into my daily routine, I've noticed a significant improvement in several areas.

Firstly, my sleep quality has undergone a dramatic transformation. Prior to using Pineal XT, I was a chronic insomniac. Tossing and turning for hours each night left me feeling drained and sluggish throughout the day. Pineal XT's optimal melatonin content has worked wonders. I now fall asleep faster, experience deeper sleep cycles, and wake up feeling refreshed and energised. This newfound sleep quality has had a positive ripple effect throughout my life, boosting my focus, productivity, and overall mood.

Secondly, Pineal XT has become my secret weapon for managing stress. The L-theanine in the formula acts as a natural stress reliever, promoting relaxation without drowsiness. This has been a godsend, especially during particularly demanding periods at work. I can now approach challenges with a calmer mind, leading to better decision-making and improved performance.

Thirdly, Pineal XT has provided a welcome boost to my overall health and well-being. The inclusion of Vitamin B6, essential for energy production and a healthy nervous system, has left me feeling more vibrant and revitalised. I no longer experience those afternoon slumps that used to plague me. Pineal XT has helped me maintain a consistent energy level throughout the day, allowing me to fully embrace all that life has to offer.

Perhaps the most unexpected benefit of using Pineal XT has been the positive impact it's had on my finances. The company offers a fantastic affiliate program, allowing me to share my experience with others and earn a commission on each sale I generate. It's a win-win situation: I promote a product I genuinely believe in, and I get rewarded for helping others improve their health.

In conclusion, Pineal XT has surpassed all my expectations. It's not just a health supplement; it's an investment in my overall well-being and financial security. If you're looking for a natural way to improve your sleep, manage stress, and boost your energy levels, I highly recommend giving Pineal XT a try. You won't be disappointed.

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Supercharging My Health and My Wallet: A Review of Pineal XT

In today's world, it can feel like there just aren't enough hours in the day. Between juggling work, family, and personal commitments, prioritising our health often falls by the wayside. That's why I was so intrigued by Pineal XT, a health supplement designed to support overall well-being. Having used it for the past few months, I can confidently say it's been a game-changer in both my health and my finances (thanks to their fantastic affiliate program!).

Firstly, Pineal XT boasts a unique blend of natural ingredients specifically formulated to target the pineal gland, a tiny but mighty organ responsible for regulating sleep, hormone production, and our circadian rhythms. In my experience, this focus on the pineal gland has yielded noticeable results. I used to struggle with restless nights and daytime fatigue, leaving me feeling drained and unproductive. Since incorporating Pineal XT into my routine, I've experienced a significant improvement in my sleep quality. I now fall asleep faster, stay asleep throughout the night, and wake up feeling refreshed and energised. This newfound energy has positively impacted every aspect of my life, allowing me to tackle my daily tasks with renewed focus and enthusiasm.

Beyond sleep, Pineal XT also seems to have a positive impact on my stress levels. One of the key ingredients, L-theanine, is known for its calming and stress-relieving properties. While I still encounter stressful situations, I've noticed a significant shift in how I manage them. I now approach challenges with a calmer mindset, allowing me to think more clearly and find solutions more effectively. This newfound sense of calm has also improved my overall mood and general well-being.

But the benefits of Pineal XT extend far beyond personal health. The company offers a fantastic affiliate program, allowing individuals to promote the product and earn a commission on each sale. I've found the program to be incredibly user-friendly and lucrative. The provided marketing materials are top-notch, and the commission structure is generous. In just a few short months, I've been able to generate a significant income stream simply by sharing my positive experiences with Pineal XT. This financial boost has allowed me to reduce stress about everyday expenses and invest more in my health and well-being.

Overall, I can't recommend Pineal XT highly enough. It's a fantastic product that has demonstrably improved my sleep quality, stress levels, and overall health. The added bonus of the affiliate program has been a delightful surprise, allowing me to unlock financial opportunities alongside my improved health. If you're looking for a natural way to boost your well-being and potentially generate some extra income, Pineal XT is definitely worth checking out.refresh Regenerate drafts volume_up

Pineal Power: How Pineal XT Unlocked My Health and Opened Earning Doors

I've always been interested in natural ways to improve my health and well-being. In my quest for holistic wellness, I stumbled upon Pineal XT supplements, and let me tell you, it's been a game-changer.

Improved Sleep and Enhanced Energy: For years, I battled inconsistent sleep patterns. Tossing and turning all night left me feeling drained during the day. Since incorporating Pineal XT into my routine, I've noticed a significant improvement in my sleep quality. The melatonin content, I believe, has played a key role. I now drift off to sleep faster and wake up feeling refreshed and energized, ready to tackle the day.

Stress Less, Achieve More: Daily life can be a whirlwind of stress, and I wasn't immune. The constant pressure often left me feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Pineal XT, with its L-theanine content, has been a revelation. I've experienced a noticeable reduction in stress levels. My mind feels calmer and more focused, allowing me to approach challenges with a clearer headspace. This newfound sense of calm has significantly boosted my productivity.

Natural Ingredients, Real Results: As someone who prioritizes natural solutions, I was impressed by Pineal XT's focus on science-backed ingredients. The formula includes melatonin, L-theanine, and Vitamin B6, all known for their health benefits. Knowing exactly what I'm putting into my body gives me peace of mind. The results speak for themselves – I feel healthier, more energized, and less stressed.

Beyond Personal Benefits: Earning Potential: While the personal health improvements have been fantastic, Pineal XT has also opened up an unexpected avenue – earning potential. The company offers an affiliate program, allowing me to share my positive experience with others. It's a win-win situation – I can promote a product I genuinely believe in and potentially generate income by doing so.

Overall, Pineal XT has surpassed my expectations. It's not just a supplement; it's a holistic wellness solution that has positively impacted my sleep, stress levels, and overall energy. The added bonus of the affiliate program makes it an even more attractive option. If you're looking for a natural way to enhance your health and well-being, I highly recommend giving Pineal XT a try. You might just unlock a world of benefits, just like I did.pen_spark

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[“Prison activists in a variety of locales criticized behavior-modification programs for women, objecting to both their involuntary character and their harmful consequences. At stake was the propensity of corrections officials to enlist biomedical knowledge and practice in the service of quelling dissent and eroding constitutional safeguards for prisoners’ rights.

Medical humanities scholar Jonathan Metzl has shown that cultural and political discourses about racial protest were imprinted on medical diagnoses of mental illness in the 1960s and 1970s, and “new ‘psychochemical’ technologies of control merged with concerns about the ‘uncontrolled’ nature of urban unrest.” As activists involved with the black liberation, Puerto Rican independence, antiwar, and Red Power and Brown Power movements were sent to jails and prisons on charges linked to their political activities, prison administrators registered an acute sense of concern that prisoner dissent was aided and abetted by imprisoned radicals and the larger social movements with which they were affiliated.

For example, the warden of McNeil Island Federal Penitentiary in Washington State, speaking at a 1969 meeting of the American Correctional Association, identified the “fomenters” of what he called the “new rebellion” as “former prisoners, militants, far-out liberals, subversives, and even a few clergymen, educators, and social workers.” Prison administrators identified special control units (which in some cases were called “alternative program units”) and attendant behavior-modification regimens as a frontline strategy for suppressing dissent. Black, Latina/o, and indigenous prisoner organizers were routinely targeted for isolation and treatment. Prison psychiatrists underwrote the expansion of these practices by investing control units with medical expertise. As sensory deprivation, psychotropic drugs, and electroconvulsive shock therapy eclipsed the psychoanalytic and education-based approaches that had predominated in the 1950s, they “muddled commonplace distinctions between what constituted punishment, rehabilitation, and torture.”

Behavior modification contributed to what the sociologist Alondra Nelson refers to as the “biologization of violence” in the late 1960s and early 1970s. In 1967, psychiatrist Frank Ervin and neurosurgeons William Sweet and Vernon Mark, all affiliated with the Boston-based Neuro-Research Foundation, argued in the Journal of the American Medical Association that, in addition to the structural inequalities that spurred the black urban uprisings of the mid-1960s, “brain disease” was also to blame for “urban violence.”

In 1971, these proponents and practitioners of psychosurgery received a combined total of $600,000 ($3.6 million in today’s dollars) from the National Institute for Mental Health and the Department of Justice’s Law Enforcement Assistance Administration to “develop a way to identify and control persons who commit ‘senseless’ violence, as well as those ‘who are constantly at odds with the law for minor crimes, assaults and constantly in and out of jail.’” That same year, Boston newspapers reported that geneticists from Massachusetts General Hospital had collected fingerprints and blood samples from selected women prisoners at MCI-Framingham as part of a screening program designed to detect women’s genetic capacity for violence.”]

emily l. thuma, from all our trials: prisons, policing, and the feminist fight to end violence, 2019

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Finding Your Niche: The Key to Dominating in Affiliate Blogging

Alright, gentlemen, today we're diving into a crucial aspect of affiliate blogging: finding your niche. This isn't just about picking something you're interested in; it's about strategically choosing a niche that sets you up for success and domination in the affiliate marketing game. So grab your coffee, sit back, and let's talk about how to find your niche and crush it in the world of affiliate blogging.

First things first, what exactly is a niche? Simply put, it's a specialized segment of the market that you're targeting with your blog. This could be anything from fitness and health to personal finance, from travel to technology. The key is to find a niche that aligns with your interests, expertise, and most importantly, has the potential to generate revenue through affiliate marketing.

So how do you go about finding your niche? It starts with self-reflection. Take some time to think about your passions, hobbies, and areas of expertise. What topics could you talk about for hours on end without getting bored? What problems do you have personal experience solving? Your niche should be something you're genuinely interested in and knowledgeable about because trust me, blogging about something you don't care about is a one-way ticket to burnout city.

Once you've brainstormed some potential niches, it's time to do a bit of market research. Start by checking out what's already out there. Are there other blogs or websites covering similar topics? If so, what's their audience like? Is there room for you to carve out your own space in the market? Don't be discouraged if you find competition; competition means there's demand, and where there's demand, there's opportunity.

Next, consider the monetization potential of your chosen niche. Sure, you might be passionate about underwater basket weaving, but is there a market for it? Are there products or services you could promote as an affiliate within that niche? Do some digging to see what kind of affiliate programs are available in your niche and what kind of commissions they offer. Remember, the goal here is to make money, so choose a niche with profit potential.

Another factor to consider when choosing your niche is audience size. While it's important to be passionate about your niche, you also need to make sure there's enough demand to sustain your blog in the long run. Ideally, you want to target a niche with a large enough audience to attract advertisers and generate traffic, but not so large that you get lost in the crowd. Strike a balance between passion and profitability to find your sweet spot.

Finally, don't be afraid to niche down even further within your chosen niche. For example, if you're interested in fitness, instead of just blogging about "fitness," consider focusing on a specific subset like bodybuilding, CrossFit, or yoga for beginners. Niching down not only helps you stand out from the competition, but it also allows you to become a go-to resource for your audience.

In conclusion, finding your niche is the key to dominating in affiliate blogging. Take the time to reflect on your passions, do your market research, consider monetization potential and audience size, and don't be afraid to niche down. With the right niche, you'll set yourself up for success and be well on your way to affiliate marketing domination. Now get out there and find your niche, gentlemen!