From a living room meeting of concerned parents in March 1954 to a social enterprise with six locations and over 700 employees in 2024, Opportunity Village has a lot to celebrate during its 70th anniversary. In honor of the milestone, platinum anniversary, Opportunity Village has an iconic year planned. To help kick things off, Opportunity Village received celebratory … [Read more...] about Opportunity Village Announces Yearlong 70th Anniversary Celebration
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What to Do If You’ve Just Been Diagnosed with Autism in Las Vegas
Welcome to the journey of discovery, understanding, and advocacy. You, or a loved one, have just received an autism diagnosis, and it’s natural to feel a whirlwind of emotions - confusion, concern, and perhaps even relief at finally having a name for what you’ve been experiencing. While it might seem like you’ve been handed a complicated puzzle, know you’re not alone. This … [Read more...] about What to Do If You’ve Just Been Diagnosed with Autism in Las Vegas
The Mirage Moves Tigers to Reputable Sanctuaries Following Push From PETA
Champagne corks are popping at PETA, as The Mirage in Las Vegas has announced that tigers have been moved from the Secret Garden to two facilities verified by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries, following PETA’s appeals to Mirage’s owner, Hard Rock International. Here is a statement in response from PETA Foundation Director of Captive Animal Welfare Debbie … [Read more...] about The Mirage Moves Tigers to Reputable Sanctuaries Following Push From PETA
Filipino American Community to Hold “Stop Asian Hate Rally” and Call for Justice for Elderly Man Who Was Attacked
Community leaders say there needs to much greater focus and resources to prevent hate crimes moving forward WHO: National Federation of Filipino American Associations – Nevada; Bamboo Bridges; SEIU Local 1107, Nevada’s largest healthcare and public service union; and community allies. WHAT: “Stop Asian Hate Rally” organized by Filipino American community … [Read more...] about Filipino American Community to Hold “Stop Asian Hate Rally” and Call for Justice for Elderly Man Who Was Attacked
Filipino American Leaders Call for Justice and Proactive Safety Measures for Elderly Man Who Was Attacked, and Urgent Steps to End Asian Hate
Prominent leaders of the Filipino American community are calling for justice and proactive safety measures for the elderly man who was attacked on May 30, as well as urgent steps to end the alarming rise in Asian hate crimes. The elderly Filipino American man, 75-year-old Amadeo Quindara, is living in fear for his life and safety as the attacker was recently released from … [Read more...] about Filipino American Leaders Call for Justice and Proactive Safety Measures for Elderly Man Who Was Attacked, and Urgent Steps to End Asian Hate