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INNODIGYM Announces the P1 Lite: Transforming Exercise Regimen With Compact Ease

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INNODIGYM Announces the P1 Lite: Transforming Exercise Regimen With Compact Ease

INNODIGYM is revolutionizing fitness with two new versions: the P1 Lite (Max 133 lbs) and the P1 Lite Plus (Max 133 lbs with wall-hanging accessories). The sleek P1 Lite Plus offers up to 133 lbs resistance, wall-trainability, and over 100 workout options. Linked to an app, it offers a free training program and logs data. The P1 Lite features a slim profile and 4.4-133 lbs resistance, ideal for women's fitness. This intelligent home gym eliminates bulky gear, offering four training modes (strength, muscle building, endurance, and power). No installation is needed; the P1 Lite elevates your fitness journey effortlessly.

Key Features of INNODIGYM:

  • Elevate Your Workout: Move beyond conventional dumbbells with our digital fitness solution. Experience precision through digital adjustments, transforming your exercise routine into a clutter-free and enjoyable fitness journey.
  • Dual Options: Select either the P1 Lite (Max 133 lbs) or the P1 Lite Plus (Max 133 lbs with additional wall-hanging training accessories)
  • Four Workout Modes:
             Standard: Basic strength training
             Eccentric: Efficient muscle growth and control
             Chain Mode: Improved endurance in dynamic workouts
             Speed Mode: Unlock explosive power
  • INNODIGYM Smart App: Allows you to access a diverse library of over 100 movement instructions and more than 20 training templates for free. You can also customize your training, monitor workout data, and generate reports, all without any subscription or monthly fees.
  • Comprehensive Accessories: The package includes handles, a waist belt, ankle straps, and wall-mounted accessories (only for P1 Lite Plus) to cater to various exercise needs.
  • Wall hanging training: Specifically designed for P1 Lite Plus, optimizing chest and back-focused workouts.
  • Intelligent electromagnetic resistance regulation technology: Adjustable resistance ranging from 4.4lbs/2Kg-133lbs/60Kg
  • 2.1 inch Incredibly ultra-thin: Only 26lbs product weight, 0.26 square meters occupying, retractable handles embedded on both sides of Lite+ for easy lifting.

“We're thrilled to introduce the INNODIGYM P1 Lite," exclaimed Jason Ren, Founder & CEO/Chief Product Officer at INNODIGYM. "Our mission is to empower fitness enthusiasts globally, providing accessibility and versatility that revolutionizes exercise. Whether you're a pro, enthusiast, or beginner, now you can enjoy gym-quality training at home. Bid farewell to bulky equipment and crowded gyms. With the INNODIGYM P1 Lite, we're ushering in a new era of fitness convenience."

INNODIGYM P1 Lite has launched on Kickstarter, featuring super early bird pricing from $399 for the P1 Lite. To become part of the fitness revolution, explore the campaign for the INNODIGYM P1 Lite and place a reservation order, go here.

Product link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/innodigym/innodigym-p1-lite-digital-fitness-beyond-dumbbells

About INNODIGYM

INNODIGYM is a pioneering force in the fitness industry, driven by a relentless commitment to innovation. Their R&D team, with extensive capabilities spanning design, technology, and manufacturing, is dedicated to crafting state-of-the-art digital strength training equipment. With 84 patents under their belt, INNODIGYM's mission is clear: to provide advanced, forward-thinking fitness equipment that empowers individuals to achieve their fitness goals with unparalleled efficiency and style.

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Florida’s Historic Coast Recognizes Black History Month This February

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Florida’s Historic Coast Recognizes Black History Month This February
Celebrate black history through music, art, culture, and more throughout St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and the Beaches


Fort Mose reenactors

Reenactors portray runaway slaves arriving at Fort Mose in Spanish St. Augustine, Florida in the early 18th century.

Florida’s Historic Coast is well-known for its rich Spanish and British history, but it’s becoming even more recognized for its significant place in African American history. It spans centuries, from the arrival of black Spanish soldiers in the 16th century and the country’s original Underground Railroad in the 1700s to the historic protests and sit-ins by Black activists, including Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the 1960s, paving the way for the Civil Rights Act. 

Florida’s Historic Coast recognizes Black History Month with a host of events, programs and historic spaces.

Celebrate Black art at various galleries in St. Augustine. The Ovico Gallery is showcasing contemporary African Art, and photographer Lenny Foster tells the story of historical black figures at his One Forty Four Gallery

Fort Mose Historic State Park, the first free Black settlement in the United States, recognizes the brave souls who made the perilous journey to Spanish La Floride with Flight to Freedom February 1-3. “I Lived Here, As Well – Together,” at the Ximenez-Fatio House is a first-person perspective of an enslaved man and woman, from enslavement to freedom.  

The Lincolnville neighborhood is the epicenter of Black history in St. Augustine. Visitors can visit the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center or walk the ACCORD Freedom Trail Project, featuring 31 historic sites from the St. Augustine Civil Rights Movement. 

Historic Tours of America has expanded its Old Town Trolley Tours to include a new stop to serve the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center

Black musicians are taking center stage in the month of February. Café Eleven welcomes blues guitarist and songwriter Selwyn Birchwood on Feb. 2 and John Primer, former lead guitarist for Muddy Waters, on Feb. 25. And The Fort Mose Jazz and Blues Series returns February 8-17, with featured performers Common, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, Keb’ Mo' and more. 

The extensive culinary landscape of Florida’s Historic Coast includes several Black chefs making their mark on the food scene. Executive Chef Denzel Aponte at The Reef Restaurant; Executive Chef Lashunta Harris at Prohibition Kitchen, and Chef Tyrone Bennett, known for his philanthropy with his food truck, Heart and Soul Food Eatery, are some of the area’s most respected culinarians.  

Florida’s Historic Coast recognizes and celebrates our black heritage. Narrated tours, museums, historic sites, and more provide opportunities to immerse in the black experience in the Oldest City throughout the year. Watch for the launch of the new Black History Tour App coming soon. 

Located midway between Daytona Beach and Jacksonville, Florida's Historic Coast includes historic St. Augustine, the outstanding golf and seaside elegance of Ponte Vedra, the rural beauty of Hastings, and 42 miles of pristine Atlantic beaches. @FloridasHistoricCoast 

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Barbara Golden
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Perceptive Solutions Announces the Launch of the WoundZoom PRO Application for Wound Care

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Perceptive Solutions Announces the Launch of the WoundZoom PRO Application for Wound Care

Perceptive Solutions, Inc., maker of WoundZoom Wound Centric EMR and point of application app, today announces the launch of WoundZoom PRO, an advanced application that gives healthcare providers a more intelligent and efficient way to manage wound care across a variety of care settings with its non-contact three dimensional wound measurement technology and intuitive workflow application that can all be accessed on a clinician's smart device.

“WoundZoom PRO exemplifies cutting-edge sophistication through its innovative AI algorithm, meticulously measuring the intricacies of wound topography to consistently identify and gauge the deepest point. The method of action is easy; requiring merely seconds of imaging to deliver unparalleled accuracy and a better patient experience. With a suite of refined features, the application seamlessly transforms any practice into a realm of optimized efficiency,” said Mark Lacerte, President of Perceptive Solutions. 

“At Perceptive, we cultivate an innovative culture committed to delivering superior solutions for healthcare professionals in wound care. Anchored by our four core user benefits, WoundZoom PRO exemplifies our dedication to excellence.”

WoundZoom PRO is the latest HIPAA-compliant digital wound management solution by Perceptive. WoundZoom seamlessly integrates into the provider's EHR through a cloud-based portal, which produces practice analytics and census reports on demand. The WoundZoom system is valued to elevating clinical and business outcomes.

The new solution is available for download on the Apple App Store with application access granted with a user license.

About Perceptive Solutions

Perceptive Solutions modernizes the practice of wound care with technology-enabled systems designed to increase clinical efficiency, improve care quality, and mitigate risk. Integrating smoothly with your EHR, WoundZoom utilizes intuitive diagnostic, AI, to capture accurate 2D and 3D images, automatically prompt and document appropriate actions, and create a continuous, standardized clinical record across shifts, floors, and facilities. For more information, visit https://perceptivesol.com.
 

Media Contact

Perceptive Solutions, Inc. is a privately-owned Software as a Service (SAAS) company with a focus on healthcare. The company's product portfolio includes point-of-care mobile applications WoundZoom CORE®, WoundZoom PRO®, and the cloud-based WoundZoom Connect® clinical portal. Founded in 2012 as WoundZoom, Inc., the company was the first to market with a point-and-click wound measurement camera and assessment tool. The vision is to modernize the practice of wound care with technology-enabled systems designed to increase clinical efficiencies, improve care quality, and mitigate risk.

For more information, contact:

Conrad Klotz

Senior Director of Marketing

Perceptive Solutions, Inc.

[email protected]

https://perceptivesol.com

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Peregrine Health Services Invites Entries for Trauma Innovation Award 

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Peregrine Health Services Invites Entries for Trauma Innovation Award 
The leader in trauma and emergency department consulting spotlights innovations that improve trauma care and program management.

Peregrine Health Services, the leader in consulting services for trauma centers and emergency departments, invites trauma centers and networks to submit entries for the second annual Peregrine Award for Trauma Innovation, which highlights groundbreaking solutions to today’s challenges in trauma patient care and program management.  

Peregrine is a team of clinical and healthcare management professionals with nearly two decades of experience helping hospitals build better trauma programs and emergency departments. The firm established the award in 2023 to recognize and disseminate fresh ideas that result in better care for injured patients.  

“We spotlight the kind of innovations that lead to real improvements in trauma care and program management, but often receive little attention in the wider trauma community,” said Mark Feinberg, CEO and managing partner of Peregrine Health Services. “We also want to support visionary trauma professionals by recognizing the trauma leaders who developed these innovations.”    

Representatives from any trauma center or regional trauma network worldwide may nominate their organization for the Peregrine Award for Trauma Innovation, presented in two categories: Level I or Level II trauma centers and Level III, Level IV, or Level V trauma centers.   

The 2023 Peregrine Award winner in the Level I or II trauma centers category was UC Health Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland, CO. The UC Health team developed a standardized platform for documenting and reviewing performance improvement and patient safety (PIPS) events. The platform includes a comprehensive PIPS dictionary, standardized guidance on levels of review, referral letter templates, links to key information, and other resources.  

UC Health’s winning innovation was submitted by Jessica Cofran, MSN, RN, TCRN, CSTR, CAISS, trauma informatics manager for UC Health Northern Colorado Region, and Jamie Teasley-Bennett, BSN, RN, TCRN, lead trauma nurse clinician for UC Health Medical Center of the Rockies.  

For the Level III, IV or V trauma centers category, the 2023 Peregrine Award winner was Franciscan Health Crown Point in Indiana. The Franciscan Health team created an initiative to overhaul its SBIRT process (Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment). The new process incorporates a peer recovery coach and a substance use disorder licensed social worker who round on patients daily. The reworked SBIRT process enables open discussions with patients who screen positive for substance or alcohol use disorder, with improved intervention and referral rates.  

Franciscan Health’s winning innovation was submitted by Jennifer Homan, RN, MSN, CPTI, the hospital’s manager of trauma and injury prevention.  

The winners of the 2024 Peregrine Award for Trauma Innovation will be selected by an independent panel of national trauma experts, who will evaluate submissions based on their creativity, cost-effectiveness, efficiency, scalability, and quality. The panelists are:  

  • Chris Cribari, MD, FACS, medical director acute care surgery, UC Health (Level I), Loveland, CO 
  • Peter Fischer, MD, MS, NRP, FACS, trauma medical director, Regional One Health (Level I) Memphis, TN   
  • Debra Kitchens, MBA, BSN, RN, CEN, TCRN, NRP, trauma services manager, Prisma Health (Level I), Greenville, SC   
  • Elizabeth Freeman, BSN, MHA, RN, TCRN, trauma program director, Atrium Health (Level III), Concord, NC  
  • Tim Murphy, MSN, RN, ACNP-BC, CEN, TCRN, FAEN, trauma PI coordinator, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (Level I), New Brunswick, NJ   
  • Melissa Sorensen, BS, MSN, RN, CEN, CSTR, CPHQ, corporate trauma registry manager, Mountain Division, CommonSpirit Health (Level I), Parker, CO   

Peregrine has created a streamlined application process that simplifies the process for trauma centers seeking to nominate themselves for a Peregrine award. Teams can use the nomination form at (https://trauma-news.com/innovation-award/) to submit a description of the problem the team faced, the innovation developed, and the results it achieved. The team will need to provide additional information and data if the entry gets selected for the final judging round.  

Each winning organization will receive a financial grant that can be directed to the program needs of its choice. The Level I-II winner will receive $2,500.00, and the Level III-IV-V winner will receive $2,500.00. The winners will be honored during a special “Profiles in Trauma Innovation” online event in May 2024. They will also be featured in the Trauma Innovation Special Report published in June 2024.  

For more information about Peregrine’s emergency department and trauma center consulting services, please visit https://peregrinehs.com.  

About Peregrine Health Services   

Peregrine Health Services, LLC is a specialized consulting firm dedicated to helping healthcare organizations optimize emergency department and trauma center performance. For more information, visit www.peregrinehs.com.  



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Global Community of Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Specialists to Gather for the 2024 Tandem Meetings

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Global Community of Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Specialists to Gather for the 2024 Tandem Meetings
Global experts will share key insights to help healthcare professionals and researchers improve the lives of patients with blood-related disorders.

The 2024 Tandem Meetings | Transplantation & Cellular Therapy Meetings of ASTCT® and CIBMTR® will bring together the international community of hematopoietic cell transplantation and cellular therapy specialists for in-person and virtual programming, Feb. 21-24, 2024, in San Antonio, TX. The Tandem Meetings are jointly hosted by the American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy® (ASTCT) and the Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research® (CIBMTR).

Each year the Tandem Meetings bring together more than 5,000 attendees to address multidisciplinary aspects of transplantation, and cellular and gene therapy. Specific tracks are customized for many specialized areas of the healthcare field, including nursing, pharmacy, data management, clinical research analysis, pediatric transplantation, and transplant and/or cell therapy center administration. Meeting highlights include: 

  • Six plenary sessions focused on the latest advancements in the biology of relapse in transplant and cell therapy, the future of gene therapy, HLA-mismatched donors, and novel discoveries for transplant and cellular therapies. 
  • Concurrent sessions sharing clinical significance of drugs and treatments, GVHD treatments and prevention, CAR T challenges and opportunities, and more. 
  • Advancement in gene editing and a presentation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration about the latest gene therapy treatments for Sickle Cell Disease. 
  • Late-breaking abstracts sharing basic science information in immunogenetics, molecular biology, stem cell biology and immunology as it relates to hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. 
  • Poster hall with more than 200 posters showcasing impactful research and findings.
  • Exhibit Hall time to assess new technologies and the latest products impacting hematopoietic cell transplantation and cellular therapy.

"The 2024 Tandem Meetings will bring together the brightest minds in our field," says Miguel-Angel Perales, MD, ASTCT President. “It is truly a collaborative meeting, during which the scientific and clinical communities come together with the goal of advancing care and treatment for patients."

"It can be challenging to translate new evidence into practice," says Michael Verneris, MD, CIBMTR Advisory Committee Chair. "Yet, the Tandem Meetings strive to bring together the healthcare community to share the latest information and how this information translates to improving our patients' health."

The 2024 Tandem Meetings offer multiple registration options. Attendees can choose to either experience the meetings in person or virtually via live stream sessions. All attendees receive access to session recordings and may apply for continuing education credits both during and after the conclusion of the meetings.

More information is available on the Tandem Meetings website. Members of the press are invited to attend the meetings either in person or virtually. Follow #Tandem24 for the latest updates on the 2024 Tandem Meetings.

Contact Information:
Jennifer Kasowicz
ASTCT Marketing Director
[email protected]
(312) 673-4970


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2024 Resident of Distinction Award™ Recipients Recognized at Maui Derm Hawaii

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2024 Resident of Distinction Award™ Recipients Recognized at Maui Derm Hawaii
Beiersdorf Sponsors Top Dermatology Residents to Attend the 2024 Maui Derm Hawaii Conference


Dermatology Residents Recognized at Maui Derm 2024

2024 Awardees (From left) Dawn Queen, MD, Seher Banu Farabi Atak, MD, Maria Buethe, MD, PhD, Chloe Fernandez, DO, and Jason Klein, MD, PhD.

DermMentors™ announced today that as part of the 13th Annual dermMentors™ Resident of Distinction Award™, Beiersdorf Inc. sponsored five top dermatology residents to attend the 2024 Maui Derm Hawaii conference, held in Wailea Beach, Maui, Hawaii, from January 22-26, 2024. 

As selected by the dermMentors™ Faculty, the resident awardees – Maria Buethe, MD, PhD, of The University of California-San Diego/Rady Children’s Hospital, Seher Banu Farabi Atak, MD, of New York Medical College/Metropolitan Hospital Center, Chloe Fernandez, DO, of Kansas City University/Orlando Dermatology, Jason Klein, MD, PhD, of the University of Texas Southwestern, and Dawn Queen, MD, of Columbia University – attended the scientific sessions as well as networking and mentorship events with thought leaders in dermatology. The Residents presented their research during the Maui Derm “Talk Story” sessions on January 22-24.

George Martin, MD, Program Director for Maui Derm, presides over the Resident of Distinction Award™ as Medical Director, and the 2024 dermMentors™ Faculty were world-renowned dermatologists Hilary Baldwin, MD, of Rutgers University, Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, of Northwestern University, Sheila Friedlander, MD, of Scripps Health, Ted Rosen, MD, of the Baylor College of Medicine, and Linda Stein Gold, MD, of the Henry Ford Health System. 

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Established in 2011, dermMentors.org and the dermMentors™ Resident of Distinction Award™ program are sponsored by Beiersdorf Inc., the makers of Eucerin® and Aquaphor®, and administered by Evince Communications, LLC. Now in its 13th year, the dermMentors™ Resident of Distinction Award™ recognizes top residents in dermatology for their standout research and dedication to their field, while providing them with insights from respected thought leaders and facilitating and fostering relationships between residents and mentors in dermatology. 

For more information, visit www.dermMentors.org, contact Evince Communications at (203) 354-6953, or email [email protected]

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Atlanta Dental Spa Wins Back-to-Back ‘Best Cosmetic Dentist’ Awards in 2024

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Atlanta Dental Spa Wins Back-to-Back ‘Best Cosmetic Dentist’ Awards in 2024
My Alpharetta and My Buckhead Magazines Acknowledge Atlanta Dental Spa as the ‘Best Cosmetic Dentist’ Voted by Local Residents

Atlanta Dental Spa, known for its dedication to patient comfort and innovative approach to cosmetic dentistry, has proudly accepted two back-to-back "Best Cosmetic Dentist of 2024" awards, voted by local communities through My Alpharetta and My Buckhead magazines. These prominent publications, distributed to 20,000 households and 5,000 businesses, acknowledge Atlanta Dental Spa's exceptional contributions to cosmetic dentistry through cutting-edge technology and a comprehensive approach that transcends traditional dentistry.

The Johns Creek practice secured the "Best Cosmetic Dentist of 2024" title as conferred by My Alpharetta. Simultaneously, its Buckhead office received the same Cosmetic Dentistry award from My Buckhead. With 17 and 21 nominees, respectively, Atlanta Dental Spa was voted highest, solidifying its status as the community's top choice for cosmetic dentistry.

Founder and co-owner Dr. Peter Boulden expressed his gratitude stating, "Our entire team is dedicated to helping patients achieve a healthy, beautiful smile while staying relaxed and stress-free. Going to the dentist does not have to feel like a dental appointment. To be recognized twice by our community for our cosmetic dentistry is truly an honor. It pushes us to keep challenging the way dentistry should be done."

This success can be attributed to Atlanta Dental Spa's comprehensive approach to cosmetic dentistry services. From transformative Botox treatments and advanced Invisalign procedures to precision-crafted veneers and seamless bonding, the practice addresses a spectrum of cosmetic dentistry needs under one roof.

The awards further validate Atlanta Dental Spa's commitment to patient satisfaction, supported by an extensive library of patient testimonials. Catalina, a patient with a history of dental troubles since childhood, shared, "When I came here, I was incredibly self-conscious of my smile. I found a place where I felt like I had a very smooth process. They gave me my smile back!"

Karey, another patient who overcame dental anxiety, remarked, "I just felt so calm. When I got into the actual office chair, it was the first time I wasn't shaking. When I met Dr. Hamilton, it was just instant."

Adding to its distinction, Atlanta Dental Spa operates an in-house dental lab where skilled ceramists craft crowns, bridges, implants, and other custom cosmetic dental solutions. The advanced 3D technology and internal capability ensure expedited processes and a personalized touch, providing patients with optimal results tailored to their unique needs.

With nearly 2,000 5-star reviews, Atlanta Dental Spa has been a trusted dental practice since its founding in 2004. The practice offers a Complete Health Dentistry approach, including general dentistry, restorative procedures, cosmetic enhancements, oral surgery, and advanced technologies, making it the go-to choice for all dental needs.

The "Best Cosmetic Dentist" awards not only celebrate Atlanta Dental Spa's excellence in cosmetic dentistry but also reinforce its position as a community-centric practice that continues to transform smiles and elevate patient experiences.

For additional information, visit AtlantaDentalSpa.com.

Contact Information:
Sam Tate
Marketing Manager
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Original Source: Atlanta Dental Spa Wins Back-to-Back 'Best Cosmetic Dentist' Awards in 2024

About 2,000 Youth Visited the Holocaust Museum in Porto to Mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day

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About 2,000 Youth Visited the Holocaust Museum in Porto to Mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day
The entire day was accompanied by heavy security for the museum and the youth who visited the site, after the museum had been closed to the general public since the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7 due to concerns for the safety of visitors and the local Jewish community.


Hall of Names at the Museum of Holocaust in Porto

Dr. Michael Rothwell, director of the Holocaust Museum in Porto, together with Portuguese teenagers who participated in the memorial service for the victims of the Holocaust on International Holocaust Remembrance Day (CIP/CJP - BIZARRO)

The Holocaust Museum in the northern city of Porto, Portugal, marked International Holocaust Remembrance Day last Friday by hosting some 2,000 middle- and high-school students from schools all over the country. The ceremony was brought forward by one day from the date set in 2005 by the UN General Assembly as the International Day of Remembrance for the six million Jews murdered by the Nazis between 1938 and 1945.

The entire day was accompanied by heavy security for the museum and the youth who visited the site, after the museum had been closed to the general public since the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7 due to concerns for the safety of visitors and the local Jewish community.

Museum staff prepared a program for the young visitors that included an introduction to the genocide perpetrated against the Jews of Europe during those years. Each school that participated in the day held its own memorial ceremony, which included lighting a memorial candle in the museum’s Names Room, a unique space documenting the names of tens of thousands of Jews murdered in the Holocaust. 

In the three years since its establishment, the Porto Holocaust Museum, the only one on the Iberian Peninsula, has hosted some 150,000 youth. Visitors to the museum learn about what happened before, during and after the Holocaust, and a visit to the precisely planned and designed space leaves a strong impression on the visitors. Among the exhibits at the site are a reproduction of sleeping cells from the Auschwitz death camp, artifacts and documents that belonged to survivors who fled the Nazis to Porto. 

“Every year, about 50,000 youth visit the museum from schools all over the country, a number that constitutes about 5% of all school children in the country. Here they communicate with us and we feel they understand and love us,” said Michael Rothwell, director of the Holocaust Museum whose grandparents were murdered in Auschwitz.

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Shelly Paz
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The Grace Foundation and St. Joseph By-the-Sea High School Break Guinness World Record

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The Grace Foundation and St. Joseph By-the-Sea High School Break Guinness World Record
Largest Human Infinity Symbol Representing Neurodiversity

On Friday, January 26th, the Staten Island nonprofit organization, The GRACE Foundation, alongside St. Joseph by-the-Sea High School, broke the Guinness World Record for the World’s Largest Human Infinity Symbol to raise awareness surrounding autism.  It marks the Second World Record for The GRACE Foundation, the first for St. Joseph by-the-Sea High School, and the third World Record set in the borough. 

“Participating in this Guinness World Record event is more than an achievement; it's a vivid reminder of our ongoing mission at the GRACE Foundation,” said Cathy Del Priore, Executive Director of The GRACE Foundation. “The infinity symbol we created represents a never-ending cycle of support, love, and advocacy for neurodiversity. It's a promise that we, as a community, will always strive to uplift and empower each unique individual.”

On hand for the record-breaking event were Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis, Councilman David Carr, Assemblyman Mike Reilly, Regional Superintendent of Catholic Schools, Jann Amato, representatives from Senator Andrew Lanza and Assemblyman Michael Tannousis, Michael Lanza, Chairman of The GRACE Foundation, several island-based nonprofit organizations and of course St. Joseph by-the-Sea High School students, faculty, staff and parents. 

“We couldn’t be more proud of our students for being a part of this record breaking event,” said Father Michael Reilly, Principal of St. Joseph by-the-Sea High School. “They’ve made history alongside The GRACE Foundation and demonstrated their commitment to our community and this is something that they will carry with them forever.”

Last year, The GRACE Foundation broke its First World Record by creating the World’s Largest Human Puzzle Piece at Staten Island University Hospital Community Park. The #PuzzleForAutism Team, made up of Marvel Consults, PRcision LLC, Tekie Geek, Staten Island Media Group, The Integrated Athletic Initiative, Trade Mark Graphics, and The Carl V. Bini Memorial Fund, also organized and executed Friday’s Record Breaking Event which was sponsored by Empire State Bank, Northfield Bank, Catholic Charities of Staten Island, Tekie Geek, SIBOR, Merlino & Gonzalez, Hydr8 Nyc, and Victoria’s Educational Service. 

“This event is a significant milestone,” said Brian Licata of Marvel Consults. “We didn’t just break a world record; we are breaking down barriers. It symbolizes our endless commitment to fostering inclusivity and understanding for the neurodiverse community, a commitment that we at the GRACE Foundation hold close to our hearts.”

The previous World Record holders brought together 998 people, this past Friday, 1,540 people were counted setting the new record. In addition to breaking the record, the event will also be featured in a segment being created for the nationally syndicated television show View Point With Dennis Quaid. The feature is slated to run this coming April during autism awareness month.

About The GRACE Foundation:

The GRACE Foundation is a non-profit organization established to improve the lives of individuals and families impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).ASD is a neurological disorder that impacts the development of language and communication skills as well as social interaction and relatedness.

For more information about The GRACE Foundation please visit www.graceofny.org





Original Source: The Grace Foundation and St. Joseph By-the-Sea High School Break Guinness World Record

Neurodivergent Leaders Find a Voice at Davos to Make the World Economic Forum Accessible to All

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Neurodivergent Leaders Find a Voice at Davos to Make the World Economic Forum Accessible to All

A newly formed advocacy group called "Neurodivergent and Neurodistinct Leaders in Davos" is proud to announce the following: Last week in Davos at the World Economic Forum ’24, the main theme was about rebuilding trust in an increasingly polarized world with a focus on the acceleration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into every facet of our lives, the skills of the future, climate change, and increasingly complex social problems that will define the 21st century.

One neurodivergent leader, Dr. Maureen Dunne, set out to drive change at the event. Dr. Maureen Dunne represented the neurodivergent community in Davos as a speaker on several panels and events, including Top Tier Impact’s panel on Conscious Leadership as well as key speaking roles at events such as the World Economic Forum Social Impact Investor gathering.

Recognizing the importance of establishing opportunities for other neurodivergent leaders to contribute to the conversation, Dunne started the “Neurodivergent and Neurodistinct Leaders in Davos” group, teaming up with Silvan Ruthenberg, Global Head, Institute of Neurodiversity, and Denise Brodey, Senior Contributor at Forbes.

Their goal: To make the conversation more accessible by leading the first-ever hybrid panel discussion mirroring some of the topics and themes of WEF ’24.

Following Dr. Dunne’s panel on Conscious Leadership, the first kickoff meeting took place from the Swiss Alps where neurodivergent leaders around the world logged in remotely to contribute to the conversation. Silvan Ruthenberg and the Institute of Neurodiversity helped spread the word, and the first meeting was met with excitement: finally, there is a forum where neurodivergent people can contribute to the conversation.

“This perspective must reach the mainstream zeitgeist,” noted Dr. Dunne. “So many organizations can benefit from more cognitive diversity and universal design, and so many neurodivergent people have been left out of the equation. This message is finally starting to resonate with business leaders. We need to get this right. It opens up so much potential for everyone.”

Throughout the week, Maureen represented the community in Davos and displayed a hand-drawn sign that read, "Neurodiversity is Welcome Here." During WEF, she also formed small groups of neurodivergent leaders and, collectively, they found their own voice by meeting in quiet areas in the Swiss Alps to discuss the major themes being presented in Davos. She documented spaces at Davos that are sensory-friendly and created vehicles for participation. The group is working on a report on how the Davos experience can be more accessible. 

"I see future generations as being the most triumphant about their differences," remarked Brodey. "They have been taught, often early on, that they are not disabled but different."  

Dunne added, "Creating opportunities to make the Davos experience more accessible so that neurodivergent leaders can contribute to shaping the global conversation, even remotely, is a great start. Many conversations happening in Davos are focused on the big global problems we need to solve. Neuroinclusion and valuing all kinds of minds is vital and must be a priority for our collective future."

Ruthenberg put it this way, paraphrasing Confucius: "The one who moves mountains starts by carrying small stones."

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