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Publication date: May 3, 2023 Author: Staff Report conor carsey The Ohio University College of Health Sciences and Professions presented the Dean’s Recognition Award to spring graduate Connor Kersey of Chillicothe, Ohio, and the Student Social Work Association of Chillicothe, Ohio, during a virtual ceremony on April 27, 2023. The Student Social Work Association (SSWA) of Chillicothe, Ohio, received an award for outstanding contributions to the greater community. The group has close ties to local organizations and is deeply involved in the Ross County community. “Even during the COVID-19 shutdown, SSWA has tried to stay involved, including preparing Friday meals…

Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy calls for action to address public health crisis;Developing a national strategic framework to promote social connections Today, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy announced new Surgeon General recommendations calling attention to the public health crises of loneliness, isolation, and disconnection in our nation. Even before the coronavirus pandemic began, about half of U.S. adults reported experiencing measurable levels of loneliness. Disconnection has a fundamental impact on our mental, physical, and social health. In fact, loneliness and isolation increase the risk of individuals developing mental health problems in their lives, and a lack of connection can…

The content you post on social media can turn your brand into a household name and your followers into fans. This kind of impact only comes from having a solid social media content strategy. The best way to stand out on social media is to identify specific goals, create valuable posts that align with them and distribute the right content on the right platforms. There isn’t one cookie-cutter social media strategy that will guarantee success. Your strategy will differ depending on your industry, audience and performance over time. There are, however, specific ways to build a long-term plan that grows…

CNN — U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy on Tuesday released recommendations to address the “epidemic of loneliness and isolation” affecting the country and lay out the framework for a “national strategy to promote social connectedness.” . White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Monday that the recommendations are part of the Biden administration’s broader mental health efforts. “In recent years, approximately 1 in 2 American adults have reported experiencing loneliness,” Murthy said in the advisory. “And that was before the COVID-19 pandemic cut many of us off from our friends, loved ones, and support systems.” Research shows that loneliness…

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Nike and Bud Light have been in the media spotlight over the past two weeks, with both brands receiving significant backlash from consumers for featuring transgender rights activist Dylan Mulvaney in recent social media campaigns.As the world becomes more socially conscious and politically active, many brands are taking up the cause and showing support for various social justice movements. From supporting LGBTQ+ rights to championing environmental issues, companies are becoming more vocal about their values ​​and transparent about their stance on social issues.But championing social causes can backfire, hurting profitability, or, as some media commentators have argued, “Woke up and…

The content you post on social media can turn your brand into a household name and your followers into fans. This kind of impact only comes from having a solid social media content strategy. The best way to stand out on social media is to identify specific goals, create valuable posts that align with them and distribute the right content on the right platforms. There isn’t one cookie-cutter social media strategy that will guarantee success. Your strategy will differ depending on your industry, audience and performance over time. There are, however, specific ways to build a long-term plan that grows…

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday bans “woke” investment policies that he claims are efforts of “elites” to impose social agendas rather than ensuring maximum returns on pensions and other financial products. signed the bill. The Governor, accompanied by Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis and Speaker of the House Paul Renner, visited the Jacksonville Port Authority Cruise Terminal and signed House Bill 3, the Government and Business Operations Act. “ESG is now officially DOA in the state of Florida,” DeSantis said. “Woke” is an abbreviation for progressive things in the Republican Party. The bill targets so-called ESG investing, which means applying…

Villanova, Pennsylvania – Each year, students in Villanova University’s Social Justice Documentary Filmmaking course produce films that draw attention to important social issues, often winning local and national awards. In May 2023, three new documentaries will premiere on campus. The film tells a story of resilience, women’s empowerment, and advocacy. Under the guidance of faculty, students spend two semesters traveling to filming locations both domestically and internationally to learn filmmaking and documentary production. Students become passionate advocates for the issues explored in the films and often organize volunteer events to engage the campus community. This course is run by the…

For some teens who use social media, TikTok and Twitter are about more than just selfies and the latest trend in online “challenges.” Some teens are using social media to advocate for social justice.When it comes to social media use among young people, parents often focus on the potential harms of social media rather than the active use of social media by young people in general and young people of color in particular. In my doctoral thesis, #OnlineLiteraciesMatter, I found that some young people are using social media to develop an activist identity and call for a more just society.…