Many Hands hosted a Membership event on April 19 at long-time donor, Molly Peter's home featuring a discussion of the recently published book, The Deepest Well, by Dr. Nadine Burke Harris. Our special guest was Judith Sandalow, Executive Director of D.C.'s Children Law Center, and the discussion was led by Jill Rosenbaum Meyer, Many Hands…
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A Book Discussion of “The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-term Effects of Childhood Adversity” by Nadine Burke Harris, M.D.
A pioneering physician reveals how childhood stress leads to lifelong health problems and what we can do to break the cycle. For anyone who has faced a difficult childhood, or who cares about the millions of children who do, the innovative and acclaimed health interventions outlined in The Deepest Well will represent vitally important hope…
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Nueva Vida Highlighted in Avon Breast Health Outreach E-Newsletter
For Avon Representatives, caring about women's issues goes beyond cosmetics. Avon is the company for women and known for its continued commitment in the improvement of women's health as much as it is for the enhancement of their outward appearance. As such, Avon Representatives teamed up with Nueva Vida, a non-profit organization and Avon Breast Cancer Crusade Grantee, to empower Latinas in the fight against breast cancer.
2016 Grant Recipient, D.C. Diaper Bank, Weighs in on Diaper Tax Lift in the District
Diapers, tampons and pads closer to becoming tax-free in the District Advocates for women urged the D.C. Council to lift the sales tax on diapers, tampons and pads at the first public hearing Wednesday for legislation that is being promoted across the country. [highlight]“What, how and who we tax speaks volumes about what we value…
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