Statement by Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, President of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC)/CONEL Regarding the announcement that Republican candidate Donald J. Trump received enough Electoral College votes to become the 45th President of the United States

November 9, 2016

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SACRAMENTO, California, Nov. 9, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — “Now that the presidential election is finally behind us, our nation must put partisan politics and divisive rhetoric behind us as well. Instead of the agenda of the donkey or the elephant, Christians must be about the Lamb’s agenda. We can and we must continue the fight to reconcile Billy Graham’s message of righteousness with Dr. Martin Luther King’s march for justice. The moment we, as Christian voters, are co-opted by any given political party or ideology, we lose our legitimacy to speak truth to power. Looking ahead, now is the time to rise up as people of faith and as an independent voice that holds political leaders on both sides of the aisle accountable to policies that don’t aim left or right, but toward righteousness and justice, for all.

“Chief of which remains our concern for religious liberty, the sanctity of life, immigration reform and racial unity. I look forward to working with the new administration. We pray for the safe keeping of our democracy as we transition to the new Donald Trump administration and we pray that God will continue to bless and prosper our nation in the coming months and years ahead.”

The National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC)/CONEL is the world’s largest Hispanic Christian organization, which serves as a representative voice for the more than 100 million Hispanic Evangelicals assembled in over 40,000 U.S. churches and hundreds of thousands of additional congregations spread worldwide throughout the Spanish-speaking diaspora. For additional information, visit http://www.nhclc.org.

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November 8, 2016

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Seeing is Believing When it Comes to Road Safety

November 8, 2016

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BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 8, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — It’s no secret that properly functioning vehicle lights, wipers and mirrors allow for better visibility while driving, yet these items are often forgotten or ignored when performing basic auto care, says the non-profit Car Care Council.

“Making sure that you can see and be seen on the road is essential to avoiding motor vehicle accidents, yet many motorists overlook simple maintenance steps that can improve driving visibility,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “For example, community car care events held throughout the country reveal that nearly one in three vehicles inspected had insufficient wiper fluid. This simple auto care service can make a world of difference on the road.”

Following a few auto care visibility tips can be illuminating, helping to ensure the safety of you, your passengers and other vehicles around you.

Replace any exterior or interior lights that are dimming, rapidly blinking or non-functioning, and be sure headlights are correctly aimed.
Make sure that vehicle mirrors are clean and properly positioned.
Check windshield washer fluid level and when it gets low, replace it.
Replace wiper blades if they show cracking or if they chatter or streak when operating. Don’t forget to check the rear wiper blade.
When in doubt, turn your lights on to help you see and help other drivers see you. Some states have laws that require headlights to be on when windshield wipers are operating.
Don’t overdrive your headlights. Maintain a speed that will allow you to stop within the illuminated area, otherwise you create a blind crash zone in front of your vehicle.

The Car Care Council is the source of information for the “Be Car Care Aware” consumer education campaign promoting the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair to consumers. For the latest car care news, visit the council’s online media room at http://media.carcare.org. To order a free copy of the popular Car Care Guide, visit the council’s consumer education website at www.carcare.org.

Staffing Firm Steps Up To Raise Thousands Of Dollars To Stop Diabetes

November 8, 2016

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SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 8, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — After weeks of raffle tickets, silent auctions and cook-offs, the numbers are in. Texas-based InGenesis, Inc. raised $30,780.54 for the American Diabetes Association. The workforce solutions firm surpassed and more than doubled its original goal of $14,000 for the employee-led campaign. For the second consecutive year the fundraising success of the InGenesis Corporate Team topped all other teams participating in the annual Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes event. The nationwide Step Out campaign directly supports the communities the organization serves. Every dollar benefited the Association’s mission to prevent and find a cure for diabetes, plus improve the lives of people affected by it.

“I am extremely proud of our team for helping to raise money for the American Diabetes Association,” said InGenesis CEO Veronica Muzquiz Edwards. “Our employees went to great lengths and stepped up to the challenge. For six straight weeks, they gave their time to collect donations and spread the message of diabetes awareness. At InGenesis, we care about the health and wellness of our employees and our community. Diabetes affects all of us. Our employees showed compassion and drive in taking on an important initiative. We didn’t just meet our goal, but crushed it. Together we are making a difference through raising money and awareness to lead healthier lives.”

Diabetes impacted Edwards’ family when her younger brother Darrell Muzquiz passed away from complications of the disease. In honor of her late brother, Edwards partnered with the American Diabetes Association to help find a cure. InGenesis proudly fundraises for the organization, making the company one of the top corporate partners.

“So many Americans are deeply affected by diabetes and have a personal story connected to the disease,” said Elizabeth Tobias, Area Executive Director of Central and South Texas for the American Diabetes Association. “We are thankful for our partnership with InGenesis. We are in line with their commitment to the health and wellness of their employees and their families. It is the generosity of companies like InGenesis that help us make strides in improving the lives of millions affected by diabetes and bringing us closer to a cure.”

Edwards’ dedication to health and wellness extends globally. She chairs the PAHO Foundation Board, which currently focuses on NCDs, Antimicrobial Resistance and Neglected Tropical Diseases, such as the Zika virus. Most salient among the health challenges are the threats of intractable public health issues in the Americas. The Centers for Disease Control reports that diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. One in four go undiagnosed. If the current trend continues, one in three Americans will have diabetes by 2050.

About the American Diabetes Association

The American Diabetes Association is the country’s leading nonprofit organization working to stop diabetes and its deadly complications. The organization’s mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. The American Diabetes Association authorizes preeminent standards of care for treatment, providing critical education and resources to health care professionals, funding and advocating for essential diabetes research, giving voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes and empowering patients with the support and information they need to thrive. Learn more at www.diabetes.org.

About InGenesis, Inc.

Founded by CEO Veronica Muzquiz Edwards in 1998, InGenesis, Inc. is one of the largest minority and woman-owned companies in North America, and the largest diversity supplier in the healthcare staffing industry. Inc. Magazine honored InGenesis as one of the fastest growing companies in the United States for nine consecutive years. Staffing Industry Analysts named Edwards among the Staffing 100 and Global Power 100—Women in Staffing for two consecutive years. InGenesis, Inc. provides innovative talent acquisition and workforce solutions. Visit www.ingenesis.com to learn more.

For media inquiries, contact Eileen Teves, Director of Corporate Communications at InGenesis at (210) 366-0033 or [email protected].

InGenesis Founder/CEO Named To Roster Of World’s Most Influential Women In The Staffing Industry

November 7, 2016

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SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Veronica Muzquiz Edwards, founder and CEO of InGenesis, has again been named one of the Global Power 100—Women in Staffing by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). This is the second consecutive year Edwards has been included in this roster which recognizes the significant contributions of 100 of the most influential women within the workforce solutions industry.

“I am honored to receive this recognition and to be among an impressive group of industry leaders from around the world,” said Edwards. “I hope our accomplishments inspire more women to break barriers and take on leadership roles in the staffing industry and other industries, as well. This recognition means we have a collective responsibility to influence positive changes in our industry, provide motivation, and remind women they have more opportunities at their reach.”

To that end, Edwards and InGenesis are committed to furthering woman and minority leadership through business internship and mentoring programs. Diversity inclusion is an essential part of building a stronger, more competitive business environment and contributing to the total health of our communities.

Edwards was named U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) National Hispanic Businesswoman of the Year, listed as one of the top 50 most influential Hispanic business leaders in the country, named to the roster of top 100 middle market CEOs, and selected as one of America’s Top 10 Female Entrepreneurs. In 2016, Edwards was invited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Accredited Standards Developer for Healthcare Administration to help develop new International Standards Organization (ISO) criteria for quality management in healthcare recruitment and workforce planning.

Ms. Edwards believes in the pursuit of higher education and community engagement. She is on the Board of Regents for the Texas State University Systems and one of the Board of Directors for the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Edwards also chairs the PAHO Foundation Board, which currently focuses on NCDs, Antimicrobial Resistance and Neglected Tropical Diseases, such as the Zika virus. Most salient among the health challenges are the threats of intractable public health issues in the Americas.

According to the United Nations, women are significantly underrepresented in decision-making positions such as legislators, senior corporate executives and managers. Since 2015, SIA has issued its list of Global Power 100—Women in Staffing to honor women who have impacted the staffing world and whose leadership exemplifies their passion for building and producing talent.

About Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA)
Staffing Industry Analysts is the source of global business information about workforce solutions. Known for its objective, independent research, analysis and insights focused on staffing and contingent work, the company offers membership, events training and publications across the workforce solutions ecosystem. These proprietary tools and techniques enable companies to make better-informed decisions, execute strategies that accelerate growth, improve business results and minimize risk. Founded in 1989 and acquired by Crain Communications Inc. in 2008, the company is headquartered in Mountain View, California, with offices in London, England. For more information: www.staffingindustry.com.

About InGenesis, Inc.
Founded in 1998, InGenesis, Inc. is one of the largest minority and woman-owned companies in North America, and the largest diversity supplier in the healthcare staffing industry. Recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts as the number-one fastest growing firm in America, InGenesis is a premier global supplier of workforce management. A recipient of the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval, InGenesis is certified for Healthcare Staffing. This certification recognizes a commitment to excellence in providing qualified and competent staffing services to support patient care. Based in San Antonio, Texas, InGenesis provides innovative talent acquisition and workforce solutions. Visit www.ingenesis.com to learn more.

For media inquiries, contact: Eileen Teves, Director of Corporate Communications at InGenesis, (210) 366-0033 or [email protected].

Beauty Fans Worldwide Select Mary Kay For Best Pinterest, YouTube & App

November 7, 2016

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DALLAS, Nov. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Beauty fans worldwide cast thousands of votes and the results are in! Mary Kay was voted Best Pinterest, Best YouTube and Best App at the 2016 #beauty20 Awards in Los Angeles on Nov. 3. The beauty industry awards ceremony by innoCos Digital recognizes the most ground-breaking innovation in digital marketing by beauty brands.

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Beauty companies around the world submitted more than 350 nominations while a panel of industry experts carefully selected five finalists in each category. The final winners were chosen by approximately 8,000 beauty fans who cast their votes for the brands they feel are the most innovative and pioneering online. This marks the fourth consecutive year that Mary Kay has been honored at the consumers’ choice awards.

“We are thrilled that Mary Kay brand lovers and supporters voted to help us take home the honors for Best Pinterest, Best YouTube and Best App at this prestigious industry event,” said Sara Friedman, Vice President of U.S. Marketing at Mary Kay Inc. “We love that Mary Kay customers and our Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultants are some of the most engaged, loyal and enthusiastic brand champions on social media. Whether it’s in person or digital, Mary Kay continuously strives to provide the most innovative products and experiences while delivering superior, personalized customer service.”

With approximately 95,000 followers on Pinterest, the beauty company has uniquely used the social media site to provide makeup tutorials and tips, attention-grabbing visuals and product-first photography that resulted in nearly 45,000 clicks to Mary Kay’s website over the past year. On Mary Kay’s YouTube channel, a wide variety of content including product information and inspiring stories from Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultants and brand customers has generated 11.1 million total views since its launch in 2009. The Mary Kay® Virtual Makeover app invites women to upload their photo and create customized looks with Mary Kay® products to try a new style. To date, the Virtual Makeover App has been downloaded more than 7 million times by users around the world.

“With the explosion of social media, customers now dictate which digital channels they engage through, so it’s paramount that beauty brands engage customers in innovative and creative ways to differentiate themselves from their competitors,” said Irina Kremin, Co-Founder of Global Cosmetics Community and Director of innoCos Events. “The #beauty20 Awards recognize the most ground-breaking innovation in digital marketing by beauty brands and we are thrilled that Mary Kay has been honored for a fourth straight year.”

Last year, Mary Kay was voted Best Facebook, Best Pinterest and Best YouTube at the #beauty20 Awards in New York. In 2014, the company earned awards for Best Website and Best App and in 2013 received Best Website at the event. With 73 million visits a year and growing, marykay.com and Mary Kay® Independent Beauty Consultant Personal Websites continue to give consumers a personalized, dynamic and engaging shopping experience.

About Mary Kay
Irresistible products. Positive community impact. Rewarding opportunity. For more than 50 years, Mary Kay has offered it all. With 3.5 million Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultants and $4 billion in global annual sales, Mary Kay is a top beauty brand and direct seller in more than 35 markets around the world. Discover what there is to love about Mary Kay by connecting with a Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant at marykay.com.

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November 7, 2016

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Nine Months into Partnership, HITN Brings Highlights High Five Bilingüe™ Magazine to Life Through Video, Community Events, and Online Games

November 7, 2016

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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Nov. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network (HITN), the first non-commercial, Spanish-language media company that delivers educational programming to more than 42 million homes nationwide on satellite and cable and Highlights for Children, the leading family media brand and publisher of the most-read children’s magazines in North America, announced their partnership last February to support Highlights High Five Bilingüe magazine. Over the last nine months, this iconic children’s brand and the nonprofit commercial-free broadcast network supporting Hispanic families across the United States have collaborated on four videos, two online games, and several community events.

High Five Bilingüe was launched in the fall of 2014 to assist Hispanic families as they encourage their younger children (ages 2 to 6) in Spanish bilingual language development. The magazine, which is published monthly, features a range of read-along stories and poems, crafts, games, and puzzles in Spanish and in English to help children become confident speakers, readers, and writers in both languages. The magazine provides a free online audio edition read by native Spanish and English speakers, and the partnership with HITN supports and encourages the creation of additional multi-media content, including games and videos. Parents and kids can access High Five Bilingüe content from the HITN website or follow the direct link www.hitn.org/highlights.

Ed Greene, Vice President of Partnerships and Community Development for HITN, says, “High Five Bilingüe is a perfect complement to our HITN Learning Interstitials on-air, which offers bilingual content geared toward children ages 2 to 6. Our partnership with High Five Bilingüe allows us to reach those children at an even younger age so they get an early start, to better prepare them for learning in both languages.”

HITN‘s Erica Branch-Ridley, Vice President and Executive Producer for creative development and production added, “We are so enthusiastic about ensuring that the stories from High Five Bilingüe are brought to life, in order to capture the hearts and creative minds of a whole new generation of dual-language learners. We are thrilled to be able to bring the pages of the magazine onto multimedia platforms that will engage both parents and kids.”

“We knew our recently launched magazine was reaching many families and classrooms through our own efforts, but we also wanted to partner with organizations to help bring High Five Bilingüe and its content to more families,” said Beth Allen, Vice President of Partnerships and Business Development, Highlights for Children. “When we met with HITN, we were excited to partner with a like-minded, mission-driven broadcast network dedicated to Spanish speakers. We look forward to making an enhanced contribution to education and community growth through our alliance with HITN.”

So far, the partnership between HITN and High Five Bilingüe has resulted in the creation of hands-on, bilingual, museum-based “Family Day Events”; four videos; and two interactive web games developed by HITN and based on High Five Bilingüe content.

For more information about The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network (HITN, Inc.), please visit: www.hitn.org

About Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network, Inc.
HITN is the first non-commercial, Spanish-language media company delivering educational programming to more than 42 million homes nationwide on satellite and cable focusing on health, financial literacy, and education, with a mission to advance the educational, socioeconomic and cultural aspirations of Hispanics who live in the United States. For more information, log in to www.HITN.org.

About Highlights for Children, Inc.
Devoted to Fun with a Purpose™, family media brand Highlights for Children, Inc. (www.highlights.com) has helped children become their best selves for generations. In addition to the flagship magazine for children 6–12, Highlights’ other offerings include Highlights High Five™ magazine for children ages 2 to 6; High Five Bilingüe™, an English/Spanish version of High Five magazine, for children ages 2 to 6; Highlights Hello™ magazine for children ages 0 to 2 and their parents; a children’s book company (Boyds Mills Press); puzzle-book clubs; and a variety of digital products.

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Give Presents With a Purpose This Christmas

November 7, 2016

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Want to make the world a better place? Give the gift of education to children around the world. Visit gifts.crs.org for more information on what you can give this year.

BALTIMORE, Nov. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Giving a Christmas present that helps other human beings brings satisfaction and purpose to the season of giving. This year’s Catholic Relief Services’ Gift Catalog is designed to bring satisfaction to the giver and receiver, knowing they can make tangible improvements in the lives of vulnerable people in the developing world. The catalog contains 56 items that can help individuals, families and communities improve their lives for the long term, through education, regular health check-ups, access to clean water, vocational training, job creation and more.

Gift prices range from $25 to $5,000 in nine categories, such as ‘Rush Help in an Emergency,’ ‘Support Food and Farming’ and ‘Turn on the Water.’ For example, with as little as $25, you can help a survivor of a disaster. For $110 you can help a child receive an education.

It’s easy to match the interests of a loved one with a specific type of project. Know a mom who loves gardening? Then a gift for farmers would inspire her. CRS helps farmers work toward self-sufficiency and steward the Earth’s resources for future generations.

For the fathers, sons and uncles on your Christmas list, $75 can provide training for a water pump mechanic, so that wells can be maintained to keep clean water flowing. Having clean water nearby for drinking, cooking, washing, caring for livestock and irrigating crops creates a life changing improvement for poor communities overseas. After you select your gift, you can choose to send a beautiful printed or emailed card to let the recipient know you have made this generous gift in their honor.

Gift givers can feel confident in selecting CRS’ humanitarian projects as a present for a friend or loved one. CRS is one of the most efficient organizations in the world, with 93 percent of revenues spent directly for programs that benefit poor families overseas. CRS is known for its careful stewardship of resources, as well as for its technical expertise. CRS has more than 70 years of experience providing lifesaving services to people in need.

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. The agency alleviates suffering and provides assistance to people in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding. For more information, visit www.crs.org or www.crsespanol.org and follow Catholic Relief Services on social media: Facebook, Twitter at @CatholicRelief, @CRSnews and @CRSnoticias, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube.

Additional Information:
CRS Gift Catalog website: Catholic Relief Services Gift Catalog

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The Children’s Rehabilitation Institute Teleton-USA (CRIT-USA) Celebrates Second Anniversary with Inaugural “Believe in Little Hearts” Soirée.

November 7, 2016

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CRIT-USA held its BELIEVE in Little Hearts Philanthropic Soiree to celebrate the second anniversary of its first facility in the USA. Over 300 guests attended the event held at the state-of-the-art, 45,000 sq. ft. modern children's rehabilitation and treatment facility in San Antonio, Texas. The event was Co-Chaired by developer Gordon Hartman of Morgan's Wonderland (left), San Antonio City Councilman Mike Gallagher (right), and Master of Ceremonies John Quinones, ABC News Commentator and host of...

SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Children’s Rehabilitation Institute of Teleton-USA (CRIT) celebrated the second anniversary of its San Antonio, Texas facility with an inaugural “Believe in Little Hearts” Philanthropic Soirée. The celebration/fundraiser featured patients and families who receive treatment at the facility, along with medical staff, and honored guests who have lent their support to the state-of-the-art facility that annually treats 600 patients from more than 30 states across the nation since opening its doors in 2014. It now has a list of 1,200 children and families wishing to be admitted to the treatment center.

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“Our facility is the first of its kind in the USA and is modeled after the largest, private, pediatric rehabilitation system in the world,” said CRIT’s Chief Executive Officer Ricardo Guzmán.

“We provide a comprehensive, one-of-a-kind model of culturally relevant care and counseling that uses innovative pediatric research and rehabilitation practices that are changing the way disability treatment facilities perceive, treat and integrate culturally diverse children with muscular, neurological and skeletal disabilities and prepare them and their families for a more inclusionary role in society,” added Guzmán.

The evening event was an opportunity for CRIT to showcase its 45,000 square foot, architecturally unique design, child-friendly decor, and technologically advanced rehabilitative treatment equipment and professionals to a growing number of supporters from throughout the state. Several young patients and their families took part in the celebration by sharing their respective CRIT experiences with attendees, providing firsthand patient experience of the unique treatment provided to them. Several of the children also performed the National Anthem prior to the formal program.

More information about CRIT’s unique rehabilitation services and programs is available at: www.critusa.org.