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Together in Healing Launches to Support Sacramento in Addressing Childhood Trauma

Heather Lopez Enterprises

SACRAMENTO, CA — February 20, 2024 — ( NOTICIAS NEWSWIRE ) — In an effort to spur hope and celebrate community care, ACE Resource Network is launching the Together in Healing campaign today, designed to reach Sacramento individuals and families affected by the lasting effects of childhood trauma and other early adversity. The campaign, which runs through May, is intended to provide information and resources, foster a sense of solidarity and understanding, and highlight community connection as a vital source of ongoing support. The bilingual initiative addresses the lasting effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), other childhood adversity, and toxic stress using an accessible approach that integrates awareness-building, digital engagement, personal narrative, and resource sharing. Central to the campaign are online landing pages in English ( NumberStory.org/together ) and Spanish ( HistoriaDeTuNumero/juntos ), as well as bilingual social media channels (@MyNumberStory on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter/X ), which serve as hubs for information, resources, and virtual community. These platforms offer an array of healing activities, evidence-based strategies for stress reduction, and a collection of Sacramento County and national resources curated for helping empower and support community members. "The Together in Healing campaign reflects our support for a world where we can be real about the challenges we’re facing, be empowered by understanding the effects of our early life experiences, and be encouraged to show up for ourselves and each other with care," says Joy Thomas, Director of Communications and Community Engagement for ACE Resource Network, the team behind the campaign. "We heal in relationship, in connection, in community. This campaign celebrates our capacity to create lasting change for ourselves and future generations." Early life experiences can affect health and well-being well into adulthood. Without enough support, ACEs or other early adversity can increase the risk of serious physical and mental health conditions, along with other challenges. ACEs and their negative effects can be passed from one generation to the next. To help address this through a lens of hope, Together in Healing leans into individual and collective strengths and strategies for healing and prevention. Together in Healing is bolstered by support from leading creative and media partners, including HypeSmack, Tribune, iHeart, Amazon, Lamar, Clear Channel Outdoor, Fizzy Labs, Bloggin’ Mamas, and California Bountiful, ensuring the campaign's messages are delivered across a range of platforms, from digital ads and billboards, to bus shelters and beyond. Widespread visibility helps normalize conversations around childhood trauma and health, emphasizing that healing and prevention are possible, and lifting up the role of community. To learn more, visit NumberStory.org/together or HistoriaDeTuNumero.org/juntos. Anyone can help spread the word and join this vital movement to help empower and transform lives within their community and beyond. About ACE Resource Network ACE Resource Network ‘s mission is to reduce childhood adversity and trauma by promoting a greater understanding of childhood trauma and toxic stress; advancing research; and increasing healing spaces and resources. Number Story was launched by ACE Resource Network as the first national public awareness campaign focused on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). About HypeSmack HypeSmack, a division of Heather Lopez Enterprises LLC, specializes in targeted marketing strategies and content creation. With a proven track record of success with California and Hispanic-targeted clientele, such as Chicano Hollywood, Creep I.E. Con, Cinco de Mayo LA, Nissan, Bean and Chisme, Georgia Latino Film Festival, Nuestro Stories, and more; HypeSmack excels in connecting brands with diverse audiences through innovative digital and event marketing solutions. Their role in the Together in Healing campaign, in collaboration with ACE Resource Network, underscores their commitment to empowering Hispanic families in Sacramento County with resources to address childhood trauma. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mynumberstory/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mynumberstory Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mynumberstory Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ace-resource-network/ EPK: https://bit.ly/tihepk Contact Details Blue Whale Public Relations Rosalie Hagel Martin +1 954-683-0027 rosalie.hagel@bluewhalepr.com Company Website https://numberstory.org/together/

February 20, 2024 04:55 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated The Transaction Between Demetrius Of Forty Churches, LLC, DBA Ahlers Meals And A Private Investor

Benchmark International

Benchmark International is pleased to announce a private investor’s acquisition of Demetrius of Forty Churches, DBA Ahlers Meals, a leading home-delivered meal service. Ahlers Meals is a home-delivered meal service aiming to minimize food insecurity for aging and disabled individuals. It has been operating since 1987. Their services care for grocery shopping and meal-prep tasks, making it easier for those needing daily access to nutritious meals. They have been a staple in the communities of Southwest Ohio for years and look forward to expanding their operations to continue improving the quality of life for those they serve. The buyer is a distinguished boutique management services company that brings a wealth of experience and resources poised to propel Ahlers Meals into its next phase of growth and development. With a shared dedication to improving the quality of life for their clientele, the acquisition marks an exciting new chapter for both entities. “When Ahlers Meals engaged with Benchmark International, our client knew exactly what he wanted in a partner to grow his business. This is a perfect example of what great outcomes can be achieved when we have a highly motivated seller committed to finding the right acquirer. Mike was a pleasure to work with, and we cannot wait to see what the company achieves over the next few years.”- Senior Deal Analyst Peyton Terry, Benchmark International ABOUT BENCHMARK INTERNATIONAL: Benchmark International is a global M&A firm that provides business owners with creative, value-maximizing solutions for growing and exiting their businesses. Benchmark International has handled over $11 billion in transaction value across various industries from offices across the world. With decades of M&A experience, Benchmark International’s transaction teams have assisted business owners with achieving their objectives and ensuring the continued growth of their businesses. The firm has also been named the Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor and the Global M&A Network as well as the #1 Sell-side Exclusive Privately-held M&A Advisor in the World by Pitchbook and Refinitiv's Global League Tables. Contact Details Brittney Zoeller +1 813-898-2350 zoeller@benchmarkintl.com Company Website https://www.benchmarkintl.com/

February 20, 2024 03:55 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Premier1 Lithium starts drilling at Abbotts North

PREMIER1 LITHIUM LIMITED

Premier1 Lithium Ltd (ASX:PLC) CEO Richard Taylor sits down with Proactive’s Jonathan Jackson to talk through the company’s first drilling program at the Abbotts North Project, 35 kilometres north of Meekatharra in Western Australia. The company has begun 2,000 metres of reverse circulation (RC) drilling to test the depth and extent of the mineralised pegmatite field at the project’s main Buttamiah prospect. Taylor pays tribute to the team, which hit the ground running so quickly after its rebrand and capital raise. The program is expected to take two weeks, with results due shortly after. Taylor said: “We are excited that the first drill program is now underway and we look forward to testing the compelling LCT pegmatite targets at Abbotts North. The team has worked hard to achieve all required milestones to commence drilling so soon after funds were received from the recent capital raise.” Contact Details Proactive Investors Jonathan Jackson +61 413 713 744 jonathan@proactiveinvestors.com

February 20, 2024 03:45 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Carnavale Resources hits bonanza gold grades at McTavish East

CARNAVALE RESOURCES LIMITED

Carnavale Resources Ltd (ASX:CAV) CEO Humphrey Hale joins Jonathan Jackson in the Procative studio to discuss bonanza gold grades up to 84.5 g/t at the McTavish East prospect within the Kookynie Gold Project in Western Australia. The results come from reverse circulation (RC) and diamond drilling completed in December 2023. Drilling confirmed and infilled significant high-grade plunging gold zones at the prospect, which is very close to Genesis Minerals’ Ulysses Project. These results give the company the confidence to commission a maiden resource estimate. Carnavale has also started an aircore and RC drilling program to further explore the area. “This gives the company confidence to commission a maiden resource estimate and economic studies to evaluate potential mining scenarios," Hale said. "We are very excited about the additional exploration opportunities along strike and have commenced an exploration program to explore this fertile zone for additional high-grade shoots with aircore and RC.” Contact Details Proactive Investors Jonathan Jackson +61 413 713 744 jonathan@proactiveinvestors.com

February 20, 2024 02:40 PM Eastern Standard Time

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HackaTRON Season 6 Launches on Feb 20 and Up To $650,000 in Prizes

TRON DAO

Geneva, Switzerland, February 20, 2024 – TRON DAO, along with co-hosts HTX DAO, BitTorrent Chain, and JustLend DAO, proudly announces HackaTRON Season 6, spanning from February 20 to June 28, 2024. This season stands out due to its collaborative spirit and support from our sponsors, each bringing unique value to the blockchain space. Track Details HackaTRON Season 6 contains five different tracks: Web3: Shape the next evolution of the internet with contributions that bridge the gap to a decentralized future. Artistry: Redefine entertainment by merging blockchain technology with gaming and NFTs, exploring new horizons for creators. DeFi: Craft the next DeFi project that makes financial services more accessible. Builder: For returning projects on TRON/BTTC that have significant updates. Integration (NEW): A new track inviting the integration of protocols, dApps, or services to enrich the TRON ecosystem. It's an open call for developers to leverage the TRON network’s capabilities. Prize Pool Details Season 6 boasts a prize pool of up to $650,000*, featuring $500,000 in TRX, the TRON network’s native utility token, for regular prizes and $150,000* in energy prizes. The energy component subsidizes network fees, facilitating smoother and more efficient blockchain interactions for users. The prize distribution among judge and community voting per track is as follows: Judge-Selected Qualifiers 1st Place: $25,000 in TRX* 2nd Place: $15,000 in TRX* 3rd Place: $10,000 in TRX* 4th Place: $8,000 in TRX* 5th Place: $6,000 in TRX* Community-Selected Winners 1st Place: $7,000 in TRX* 2nd Place: $6,000 in TRX* 3rd Place: $5,000 in TRX* 4th Place: $4,000 in TRX* 5th Place: $3,000 in TRX* *All prizes are issued in TRX or TRON network Energy, not USD, restrictions applied. Sponsors Spotlight Diamond Ankr is a Web3 decentralized infrastructure provider that helps developers and others interact with multiple blockchains. It allows users to create DApps seamlessly with customized solutions. ChainGPT offers AI-powered tools for the Web3 and blockchain sectors, enhancing accessibility and efficiency in the digital space. ChainGPT offers tools for automating smart contract development and enhancing blockchain analytics. AI-Tech Solidius runs an eco-friendly high-performance computing center, focusing on AI and blockchain services, and offers a marketplace for developers' AI software applications. This initiative supports a sustainable ecosystem, fostering innovation through collaborative development. Gold GT-Protocol is a decentralized protocol offering a suite of tools for various DeFi operations. GT-Protocol brings efficiency and transparency to the world of DeFi. Morpheus Network is a supply chain platform providing secure supply chain solutions. Morpheus Network leverages blockchain technology to improve efficiency in international trade. Key Dates to Remember Submission Period: Feb 20 - May 7 Judging & Voting: May 22 - May 29 Winners Announcement: Jun 11 Demo Week: Jun 17 - Jun 22 Projects on Mainnet: Jun 28 Join Us in Shaping the Future To learn more about HackaTRON Season 6 prizes and rules and to register, please visit HackaTRON S6. About TRON DAO TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps. Founded in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON network has continued to deliver impressive achievements since MainNet launch in May 2018. July 2018 also marked the ecosystem integration of BitTorrent, a pioneer in decentralized Web3 services boasting over 100 million monthly active users. The TRON network has gained incredible traction in recent years. As of February 2024, it has over 211.47 million total user accounts on the blockchain, more than 7.13 billion total transactions, and over $21.62 billion in total value locked (TVL), as reported on TRONSCAN. In addition, TRON hosts the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin across the globe, overtaking USDT on Ethereum since April 2021. The TRON network completed full decentralization in December 2021 and is now a community-governed DAO. Most recently in October 2022, TRON was designated as the national blockchain for the Commonwealth of Dominica, which marks the first time a major public blockchain partnered with a sovereign nation to develop its national blockchain infrastructure. On top of the government’s endorsement to issue Dominica Coin (“DMC”), a blockchain-based fan token to help promote Dominica’s global fanfare, seven existing TRON-based tokens - TRX, BTT, NFT, JST, USDD, USDT, TUSD, have been granted statutory status as authorized digital currency and medium of exchange in the country. TRONNetwork | TRONDAO | Twitter | YouTube | Telegram | Discord | Reddit | GitHub | Medium | Forum For Hackathon: Media Contact Hayward Wong press.hackathon@trondao.org About HTX DAO As a multi-chain deployed decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), HTX DAO demonstrates an innovative governance approach. Unlike traditional corporate structures, it adopts a decentralized governance structure composed of a diversified group, jointly committed to the success of this organization. This unique ecosystem advocates open values and encourages all DAO participants to propose collaborations and protocol enhancements that can promote the development of HTX DAO. Media Contact media@htxdao.com About BitTorrent Chain BitTorrent Chain (BTTC) is the world’s first heterogeneous cross-chain interoperability protocol, which adopts the PoS (Proof-of-Stake) mechanism and leverages sidechains for the scaling of smart contracts. It now enables interoperability with the public chains of Ethereum, TRON, and BNB Chain. Fully compatible with EVM, BitTorrent Chain facilitates the seamless transfer of assets across mainstream public chains. The governance token BTT, also known as BTTOLD on TRON Protocol was granted statutory status as authorized digital currency and medium of exchange in the Commonwealth of Dominica on October 7th 2022. Website | Telegram | Medium | Github | Docs Media Contact Teresa X press@bittorrent.com About JustLend DAO JustLend DAO is TRON's decentralized financial platform where users can earn yields through supplied assets, borrow digital assets against collateral, participate in TRX staking, and rent Energy. Committed to developing TRON-based DeFi protocols and providing all-in-one financial solutions to its users, there is now more than $8.7 Total Value Locked in the JUST Network. The JustLend DAO provides a forum for its users to participate in governance and directives, while empowering its users with decentralized authority, trustless transactions, smart-contract automation, and security with transparent accountability. Tokens in the JustLend DAO markets (TRX, BTT, JST, NFT, USDT, TUSD, USDD) are granted statutory status as authorized digital currency and medium of exchange in the Commonwealth of Dominica. JustLend DAO exists to provide stable and convenient financial lending services for all users. Engage with the JustLend DAO community via the JustLend DAO Portal, Telegram, Twitter, and the JUST Network. Media Contact Mia Wang services@justlend.org Contact Details Hayward Wong press@tron.network Company Website https://trondao.org/

February 20, 2024 01:31 PM Eastern Standard Time

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Nextech3D.ai announces launch of GPT AI 3D solutions led by former Microsoft Executive

Nextech3D.AI

Nextech3D.ai CEO Evan Gappelberg joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce the company's launch of the next era of GPT AI 3D product solutions. These proprietary Artificial Intelligence algorithms represent a significant advancement in Nextech3D.ai's technology offerings and are poised to drive innovation in the e-commerce industry. Leading this initiative is Hareesh Achi, a former Microsoft Executive who currently serves as Nextech3D.ai's Head of Product Operations. With Achi's expertise and leadership, the company aims to capitalize on the early stages of the AI opportunity, particularly in the realm of 3D modeling for e-commerce. Gappelberg emphasized that the transition from 2D to 3D modeling represents a major multi-decade transformation driven by AI. Nextech3D.ai is at the forefront of this transformation, leveraging its suite of GPT AI solutions to provide cutting-edge technology to enterprise clients. The company plans to offer annual enterprise licensing deals for its suite of GPT AI solutions, which initially feature 12 GPTs. Moreover, Nextech3D.ai intends to develop additional GPTs throughout 2024, further expanding its product offerings and market reach. By focusing on enterprise licensing deals and advancing its suite of AI solutions, Nextech3D.ai is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for innovative 3D technologies in the e-commerce landscape. This initiative underscores the company's commitment to driving technological innovation and delivering value to its clients in the evolving digital marketplace. Contact Details Proactive United States +1 347-449-0879 action@proactiveinvestors.com

February 20, 2024 11:10 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Greenvale Energy paves way for high-value green energy and bitumen

Greenvale Energy Ltd

Greenvale Energy Ltd (ASX:GRV) CEO Mark Turner joins Jonathan Jackson in the Proactive studio to discuss the company’s interest in rare, high-value commodities including bitumen and green energy assets. Turner talks us through the company’s three key projects including the Alpha Torbanite Project, its high-grade helium and hydrogen project in central Australia and a geothermal project in Queensland, where it has an untapped renewable energy opportunity. The company has its eye on growing markets and through the torbanite project is looking to develop Australia’s only domestic source of bitumen. Turner discusses the work being done at all three projects and the investment proposition for the company. On the torbanite project, Turner said: “It is very exciting to have the first real indication of the potential commercial products that can be produced from the Alpha deposit. And while there is some way to go before, we have our first bitumen certified, it is a big step in the right direction – a step towards eventual commercialisation and achieving our goal of becoming Australia’s only end-to-end producer of bituminous products." Contact Details Proactive Investors Jonathan Jackson +61 413 713 744 jonathan@proactiveinvestors.com

February 20, 2024 11:10 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Study Reveals Alberta's Economic Challenges Under Trudeau Liberal Government

Troy Media

WINNIPEG – TheNewswire - Feb 20 2024 – A recent examination of employment statistics in Alberta conducted by the Frontier Centre for Public Policy (FCPP) sheds light on the economic challenges faced by the province under the Trudeau government, despite periods of growth during the United Conservative Party (UCP) era. The study “ Twelve Years of Labour in Alberta: A Tale of three political eras ” reveals a significant transformation in Alberta’s economic performance. During Alberta’s last Progressive Conservative term, which coincided with a majority Conservative government at the federal level, compensation for Alberta employees surged by an impressive 25 percent, outpacing the national growth rate of 15.7 percent. This period marked a thriving Alberta economy, demonstrating the province’s dynamic economic landscape. However, since the federal Liberals took office in November 2015 and the New Democratic Party (NDP) government, led by Rachel Notley, came to power in Alberta in May 2015, the economic outlook has changed. Total compensation (wages and benefits) for Alberta employees has grown by only 13.4 percent over eight and a half years, while the rest of Canada has experienced three times that growth at 48.1 percent. Notably, wages and salaries in mining and oil and gas extraction in Alberta grew by just 3.6 percent, in stark contrast to the national growth rate of 14.8 percent during the same period. Lee Harding, a Research Fellow at the FCPP and the study’s author, points out, “Ottawa has looked at Alberta’s fossil-fuel-based economy with disapproval, and regulations aimed at constraining fossil fuel development and exports have taken a toll. Alberta, once a leader, has now fallen behind, outpaced threefold by the rest of Canada.” The study also highlights a concerning trend in Alberta’s employment growth. While Canada’s employment growth has matched its working-age population growth from October 2011 to November 2023, Alberta faces a different reality. The number of people aged 15 to 64 in Alberta has grown 34.5 percent faster than its employment growth, surpassed only by Newfoundland and Labrador with a 36 percent gap. In contrast, Quebec has seen employment grow 36 percent faster than its population. The report also raises concerns about workforce participation in Alberta, as many individuals have given up on finding employment. Over the past 12 years, non-participation rates in the workforce grew by 63.9 percent for men and 39.8 percent for women in Alberta, compared to 26.2 percent and 18.2 percent respectively, nationally. Harding notes, “Across the prairies, but most notably in Alberta, employment growth is lagging behind the growth in the working-age population. Quebec’s success in this area may reflect a more focused approach to immigration that prioritizes employment.” In addition, the study notes that Alberta has exhibited restraint in the growth of its provincial and municipal bureaucracies over the past 12 years, particularly during the NDP era when total private sector wages contracted. In contrast, the Trudeau government has expanded the federal bureaucracy while the self-employed sector has stagnated. “Canada has only seen a marginal increase of 7,000 more self-employed individuals over the past 12 years, with 6,000 of them from Alberta. This unsustainable trend should raise concerns for policymakers across the country,” warns Harding. Despite the challenges, during the UCP era, Alberta has outperformed its provincial counterparts and national averages in various aspects, such as growth in the working-age population, labour force, employment numbers, and full-time employment rates. However, the gap between working-age population growth and employment growth in Alberta continues to widen faster than in other provinces like British Columbia and Saskatchewan. The study also highlights the growth in wages in certain sectors in Alberta, such as agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting, which experienced an impressive 82.5 percent increase. These sectors, along with health care and social services, were the only ones in which the growth in total wages and salaries exceeded the Canadian average. Looking ahead, the study warns of potential threats to Alberta’s resource-based economy, as Ottawa’s push for net-zero carbon emissions extends beyond the energy industry to impact agriculture, potentially jeopardizing both crops and livestock. The Frontier Centre for Public Policy’s comprehensive study provides valuable insights into the shifting economic landscape in Alberta over the past twelve years, highlighting distinct differences between political eras. It serves as a crucial resource for policymakers and economists seeking to understand the challenges and opportunities facing the province. Click here to download the Report. For more information: Author Lee Harding Research fellow lee.harding@fcpp.org David Leis VP Development and Engagement david.leis@fcpp.org 604-864-1275 About the Frontier Centre for Public Policy The Frontier Centre for Public Policy is an independent, non-partisan think tank that conducts research and analysis on a wide range of public policy issues. Committed to promoting economic freedom, individual liberty, and responsible governance, the Centre aims to contribute to informed public debates and shape effective policies that benefit Canadians.

February 20, 2024 11:05 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Westwater Resources hits major milestone with first off-take agreement for graphite

Westwater Resources Inc

Westwater Resources CCO Jon Jacobs joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce a significant milestone for the company: the signing of its first off-take agreement with SK On Co, a prominent electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturer supplying batteries to major automotive brands such as Ford, Hyundai, and Volkswagen. According to Jacobs, Westwater Resources will supply CSPG-10 natural graphite anode products from its Kellyton Graphite Plant, located near Kellyton, Alabama, to SK On's battery plants within the United States. Under the agreement, SK On will be committed to purchasing a specified quantity of product annually, with the option to increase the minimum purchase amount through mutual agreement between the parties. Notably, the forecasted volume required by SK On in the final year of the off-take agreement is set at 10,000 metric tons of product. This off-take agreement marks a significant achievement for Westwater Resources, as it represents the company's first contract for the supply of CSPG between a South Korean EV battery manufacturer and a U.S. natural purified graphite producer. Additionally, Jacobs mentioned that the company is actively engaged in negotiations for additional off-take agreements with other customers. This strategic partnership with SK On underscores Westwater Resources' growing presence in the EV supply chain and its commitment to meeting the increasing demand for graphite anode products essential for electric vehicle batteries. As the EV market continues to expand rapidly, Westwater Resources is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities and solidify its position as a key player in the global graphite market. Stay tuned for further updates as the company progresses with its off-take agreements and advances its graphite production capabilities. Contact Details Proactive USA +1 347-449-0879 na-editorial@proactiveinvestors.com

February 20, 2024 11:04 AM Eastern Standard Time

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