Sheldon Smith, the founder of The Dovetail Project, a 501(c)(3) organization that gives young fathers within marginalized communities a better understanding of the responsibilities of fatherhood and their importance in the lives of their children, is featured in the 2022 'People of the Year' issue of People Magazine, out now. This issue features a two-page article highlighting Smith's inspirational story of how he went from being charged as an adult for armed robbery at the age of 17 to building a successful nonprofit program that provides young Black and Brown men the necessary resources they need to become better fathers.

Smith's organization, The Dovetail Project, rewrites the narrative of Black and Brown men between the ages of 17 to 24 by providing the education, skills, and support needed to be better fathers for their children and better men in their communities. The Dovetail Project's 12-week curriculum emphasizes the roles, rights and responsibilities of fatherhood, felony street law and how to maintain an active, engaged presence in their children's lives. Upon completing the program, fathers receive a $500 stipend, are coached and prepared for job opportunities, GED registration and completion, or enrollment in a trade training program.

In the article, Smith shares his experience growing up with an absent father and how it led him to spiral out of control. As a result, he was thrown into Cook County jail at the age of 17 but was able to overcome that adversity and receive a second chance. Today, Smith has helped nearly 600 young men become better fathers and built the nation's largest nonprofit fatherhood initiative.

In People Magazine, he states, "I wanted to break the cycle." After becoming a father at the age of 21, he never wanted his daughter to feel the loss that he felt with his father.

Sheldon Smith and The Dovetail Project have been recognized by prominent figures such as Michelle Obama in addition to national media features on the TODAY Show, ELLEN, CNN, Forbes, BBC, Chicago Tribune, Black Enterprise and more.

Smith and The Dovetail Project recently celebrated its 6th annual Turkeys and Trees Giveaway event to Chicago families through The Dovetail Project Fatherhood Relief Fund, an initiative of the Dovetail Project, with support from generous leading sponsors Roquan Smith (former #58 Chicago Bears, current #18 Baltimore Ravens), Chicago Bulls, Belvedere Trading, and the Rosdal Family.

Smith hopes to inspire young fathers and future nonprofit leaders when readers view his piece in People Magazine.

The Dovetail Project can be seen on pages 108 and 109 in the 'People of the Year' print issue and is online at www.people.com.

To learn more about The Dovetail Project, visit www.thedovetailproject.org.

Knack Convertible Duffel
Three Ways to Carry the Convertible Duffel from Knack

Today, Knack Inc., a brand specializing in modern, multi-functional accessories for urban professionals, announced the introduction of its new, innovative Convertible Duffel. This lightweight Convertible Duffel combines the carrying capacity of a spacious travel duffel with the style and function of an everyday laptop backpack. With three possible ways to carry and with Knack's patent-pending expansion technology, this new Duffel allows wearers to easily change the bag's carrying capacity and configuration from a 40L duffel, ideal for up to a week's worth of travel, to a 24L professional laptop backpack perfect for the everyday commute.    

"Our new Convertible Duffel is the next step in Knack's mission to design bags that allow people to live a One Bag Life", Knack Inc.'s Founder and CEO, Chad Mellen, explained. "This Duffel is the most flexible Duffel in the market and lets people carry based on what they are doing in any particular day, whether it's going to the office, the gym or on a trip." 

The Knack Convertible Duffel is now available in Midnight Black and has an MSRP of $275. 

The new Convertible Duffel, as well as the entire Knack collection of multi-function professional backpacks and accessories, is sold exclusively at www.knackbags.com.

About Knack Inc.:

Launched by a seasoned team from Tumi, Coach and eBags, Knack is a privately-held, direct-to-consumer company offering a collection of patent-pending, expandable backpacks and accessories that easily take urban professionals from work to travel and back again with just one bag. With a focus on simplicity, authenticity, and flexibility, Knack's One Bag Life mission provides the ability to do less carrying and more experiencing every day. For more about Knack, and to experience One Bag Life, visit www.knackbags.com.

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Prof Dr Altintas honored by University Ashgabat
Prof Dr Altintas and Mc Aesthetics

The Mc Aesthetics Group, with its 10 clinics in Europe, honors outstanding and innovative concepts in plastic surgery. One of the largest aesthetic and burn centers in Asia has opened in Ashgabat, with 130 beds. Prof. Dr. Ahmet Ali Altintas, as the medical director of the Mc Aesthetics Group, was invited to Ashgabat by the President. Prof. Dr. Ahmet Ali Altintas is considered an expert in plastic surgery. His Haute Couture Techniques in aesthetic surgery have also been used in high-class aesthetic and burn medicine for a long time.

The Mc Aesthetics Innovation Award was presented directly to President Berdimuhamedow (Ashgabat, Oct. 2022) for the High Level Aesthetic and Burn Center in Asia. During the live broadcast on state television, Berdimuhamedow thanked both the Mc Aesthetics Group (Germany) and its medical director Prof. Dr. Ahmet Ali Altintas (Monaco). The medical director has been known for his commitment to the development of new techniques for years. As part of the celebrations, Prof. Dr. Ahmet Ali Altintas was honored from President as Presidential Doctor. He is a long-time advisor to various royal ruling families.

The Ashgabat University honors the achievements of Prof. Dr. Ahmet Ali Altintas as medical director of the Mc Aesthetics Group. Aesthetic surgery will also be a focus of the new clinic. The Mc Aesthetics Group provides development aid in consultation with the Ministry of Health. In this new center of aesthetic surgery, Prof. Dr. Ahmet Ali Altintas will also make new techniques in aesthetic surgery available, which he successfully uses in his 10 clinics in Europe for the super-rich and high society.

Who is Prof. Dr. Ahmet Ali Altintas?

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Ali Altintas, born in Germany and living in Monaco, a plastic and aesthetic surgery specialist, is the first High Society Surgeon from Europa that uses Haute Couture Techniques.

Find his clinics for Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery in some of the most famous avenues in Germany (Munich-Maximillianstr, Berlin-Kurfürstendamm, Hamburg-Neuer Wall, Düsseldorf-Königsallee, Frankfurt, Köln, Stuttgart), Switzerland (Zurich-Bahnhofstr), Austria (Vienna-Tuchlaubenhof).

He has served as the Chief Advisor of Plastic Surgery to different Prime Ministers and Country Leaders, and as a Special Advisor to the Leading Families.

On ethics, Prof. Dr. Ahmet Ali Altintas is the Senior author of the publication "In the Service of Beauty" - supported by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research. Prof. Dr. Ahmet Ali Altıntas has the highest recognition by many plastic surgeons, especially in the "Ethical Moral Obligation in Plastic Surgery" section. For this reason, he is considered an advocate of ethical moral obligations in plastic surgery in Europe.

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Ali Altıntas holds the patents of Haute Couture Techniques, which are the highest level in aesthetic surgery.

Prof Dr Altintas honored by University Ashgabat
Prof Dr Altintas and Mc Aesthetics

Prof Dr Ahmet Ali Altintas
Plastic and Aesthetic Surgeon

World AIDS Day
PositiveSingles Raise HIV Awareness for World AIDS Day

PositiveSingles is a popular online dating portal that has several verified members. They have been successful in helping members find their right partners. 

Right now they are raising awareness of the disease HIV in honor of World AIDS Day, which kicked off the the month of December.

Users have the option of claiming a red ribbon badge all throughout December. They need to pass a HIV quiz that has 18 questions. By answering these questions, they will be able to show their knowledge about the disease and thereby get the badge.

It is important for people to realize that HIV doesn't means that they cannot date or have a physical relationship. Many people living with HIV have an active, healthy, and enjoyable life. Creating awareness will create a more tolerant, kind and accepting dating community.

PositiveSingles helps assist people with different types of sexually transmitted diseases find the right partner. They have seen the hope and possibility in the HIV community and want to share that with the world. 

Dani Johnson, the supervisor of the site was quoted as saying, "We are really happy with how things are going. We know that the stigma around HIV is unfair and many of our users diagnosed with HIV have happy, normal lives. A lot of people are scared and skeptical of those suffering from HIV but one needs to understand that this disease is not transmitted by mere physical touch. The more you know about the disease, the more you understand it isn't as scary as people assume."

With the help of the quiz, the site will succeed in letting more and more people know about this disease. The site wants people suffering from sexually transmitted diseases to have an honest relationship with their spouse by declaring about their condition and looking for a partner accordingly.

Those who would like to know more about this site and even check out the features should visit www.PositiveSingles.com.

About PositiveSingles 

PositiveSingles is a popular online dating portal that is dedicated to people suffering from sexually transmitted diseases. The site is packed with tons of features and has several success stories that prove that love can be found even on a website.

Spirit Sox USA, a women-owned and operated business, helmed by CEO and Founder Lisa Riggs, announced today the launch of a premium subscription service. The company's beloved custom-branded socks are now available for purchase directly by consumers. Previously, the company offered its products directly to organizations - from nonprofits to large corporations. These socks often found their way onto feet in support of local fundraising drives for schools, or tech workers in Silicon Valley as a company perk. Spirit Sox USA is now officially "B2C" as well as "B2B," and with that, the company is making waves.

"We're excited to offer Spirit Sox to so many more people through this direct launch to consumers," said Riggs. "Our sock-scription is an un-feet-able gift!"

Spirit Sox USA is a company well-known for its support of local communities. The company dedicates at least five percent of its profits to putting socks on the feet of homeless people across the United States.

Consumers will be happy to find out that the company's "Sock-Worthy Surprise" subscription box will be available to them starting on Dec. 5. With National Sock Day falling the day before, the timing just makes sense. Each package delivered to customers will contain two pairs of premium-quality dress socks. The designs of those socks will be a pleasant surprise to customers when they arrive.

"Sock-Worthy Surprise" packages are available for one-time purchase or as a three, six or 12-month subscription with all options coming in at just $18 (or less!) per month. Orders will be delivered as they're received, and shipping is always free. Orders placed before noon PST will ship on the same day, with those placed afterward shipping on the following day. With an estimated delivery of 3 to 5 days, Spirit Sox will arrive as a fun, convenient, and inexpensive way to accessorize anyone's attire. 

Socks will be available in three options -- men's, women's, or unisex. In fact, Spirit Sox USA is one of the only companies that offers a unisex option, demonstrating the firm's commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

While a Spirit Sox USA subscription would make an excellent Christmas gift this year, designs will be seasonal, so subscribers will be able to rock new socks all year long!

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