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The African Diaspora International Film Festival is happy to announce its 2026 Women’s History Month Film Series, a three-day program celebrating women’s voices

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The African Diaspora International Film Festival (ADIFF) is happy to announce its 2026 Women’s History Month Film Series, a three-day program celebrating women’s voices in cinema across the African diaspora. Taking place March 27–29 at Teachers College and The Forum, Columbia University, the series brings together filmmakers, scholars, and audiences to engage with stories of resilience, creativity, family, and cultural legacy.

This year’s edition places a special focus on African American stories and filmmaker conversations—including the 2026 Oscar-shortlisted documentary “Seeds” —alongside a significantly expanded virtual festival, allowing audiences across the country to participate in the program online.

From political exile and artistic activism to motherhood, cultural identity, and land ownership, the films trace the many ways Black women shape history and community across generations.

Opening Night: A Landmark Film in Black Cinema
The series opens Friday, March 27 at 7:00 PM with the classic “Black Girl” by Senegalese filmmaker Ousmane Sembène, paired with “The Silent Monologue” by Khady Sylla. Widely recognized as one of the foundational works of African cinema, “Black Girl” follows a young Senegalese woman who travels to France to work as a maid, only to confront racism, isolation, and exploitation. In a striking echo across generations, “The Silent Monologue” portrays a domestic worker in Senegal who faces exploitation within a Senegalese household, offering a powerful reflection on class, labor, and dignity from within African society itself.

Free Event
Presented as a free community screening supported by the West Harlem Development Corporation, Invisible Beauty will be shown at the Forum on Sunday, March 29 at 1 PM. The film offers an intimate portrait of fashion pioneer Bethann Hardison, whose decades of activism helped open doors for Black models and challenge systemic racial exclusion in the global fashion industry.

African-American Highlights and Conversations
At 2:30 PM on Saturday, ADIFF presents “A Life in Arts Through the Eyes of Dr. Leslie King”, followed by a Q&A with film co-director Ben Baker-Lee. The documentary profiles renowned art historian and curator Dr. Leslie King Hammond, whose work has helped champion generations of artists of color in museums and academia.

Later that afternoon, “SPADURA” screens with a live Zoom Q&A. Framed as an off-kilter baby shower, the film unapologetically takes on motherhood, the emotional and financial cost of IVF, grief, aging, as well as the unique fertility obstacles faced by Black women in America

“The Eyes of the Rainbow” and “Blueprint for My People” are presented in a powerful double bill exploring the African diaspora through poetry and political history. Blueprint for My People lyrically illuminates the African American experience, pairing spoken-word narration of Margaret Walker’s poem “For My People” with contemporary imagery and rare 19th-century cyanotypes. Complementing this poetic reflection, Gloria Rolando’s “The Eyes of the Rainbow” gives voice to Assata Shakur, documenting her life in Cuban exile following her 1979 escape from a U.S. prison.

The film series closes with a screening of “Seeds”, directed by Brittany Shyne and shortlisted for the 2026 Academy Awards. The film offers an intimate look at Black generational farmers and the ongoing struggle to preserve land, legacy, and independence in rural America.

Stories from Across the African Diaspora include:

• The double feature “Village Keeper” and “She Island” will be followed by a Q&A discussion. “Village Keeper” portrays a single mother confronting trauma while raising her teenagers in a crowded apartment in Toronto, while She Island follows a Caribbean mother and daughter confronting a mysterious curse threatening the identity of the island’s women.
• “Power Alley”, from Brazil, follows a teenage volleyball player facing an unwanted pregnancy while preparing for a championship match.
• “The Last Meal”, directed by Haitian filmmaker Maryse Legagneur, presents an intimate father-daughter story about illness, reconciliation, and memory expressed through shared meals.

Expanded Virtual Festival
A key element of this year’s Women’s History Month series is ADIFF’s expanded virtual festival, which allows audiences across the United States and Canada to engage with the program.

The online selection includes films such as “Mother Surinam”, “Faraw! Mother of the Dunes”, “Brides”, “Survival of Kindness”, “Mama Africa: Miriam Makeba”, “Breaking Boundaries”, “Amal”, “Josephine Baker: Black Diva in a White Man’s World”, “Susana Baca: Memoria Viva”, “Zora Neale Hurston: Jump at the Sun”, and “Ludi”. Together, these films bring stories from the United States, Africa, the Caribbean, Australia and Latin America to audiences nationwide and beyond. Virtual screenings will be available for 48 hours after rental.

Event Information
What: ADIFF Women’s History Month Film Series
When: March 27–29, 2026
Where: Teachers College, Columbia University, 525 W 120th St, New York, NY 10027
The Forum – Room 315, 601 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027

Tickets: www.nyadiff.org

About ADIFF
The African Diaspora International Film Festival (ADIFF), founded in 1993, presents films that explore the human experience of people of African descent around the world. Through festivals, curated programs, and year-round screenings, ADIFF highlights stories that expand understanding of the global African diaspora and its cultural, political, and artistic contributions.

ADIFF Women’s History Month is made possible thanks to the support of ArtMattan Films, the New York State Council on the Arts, and the Office of Community Affairs at Teachers College, Columbia University.

ADIFF WOMEN HISTORY MONTH FILM SERIES AT A GLANCE

Friday, March 27
7:00 PM Black Girl & The Silent Monologue (Senegal)

Saturday, March 28
12:30 PM Power Alley (Brazil)
2:30 PM A Life in Arts Through the Eyes of Dr. Leslie King + Q&A (USA)
4:30 PM Spadura + Zoom Q&A (USA)
6:30 PM The Last Meal (Canada/Haiti)
8:30 PM The Eyes of the Rainbow & Blueprint for My People (USA/Cuba)

Sunday, March 29
1:00 PM The Forum – Room 315 Invisible Beauty (USA)
4:00 PM Village Keeper & She Island + Q&A (Canada/Trinidad and Tobago/USA)
6:30 PM Seeds (USA)

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In accordance with the association’s bylaws, a nominating committee annually selects and puts forward candidates for LACBA’s Board of Officers and Trustees.

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) announces its Officer and Board of Trustee nominees for the 2026-2027 bar year with terms commencing July 1, 2026.

President-Elect Theresa A. Leets will automatically become LACBA President.

OFFICERS
Douglas N. Silverstein, President-Elect
Eric A. Altoon, Senior Vice President
Shehnaz Bhujwala, Vice President

TRUSTEES AT-LARGE
Sarah Conway
Robert E. Mussig
Angela Zanin

TRUSTEES FROM SECTIONS
Jeffery J. Daar, Alternative Dispute Resolution
Gabriel G. Green, Litigation
Carolin Shining, Small Firm and Sole Practitioner

TRUSTEES FROM AFFILIATES
Vito A. Costanzo, Italian American Lawyers Association
Brian T. Glennon, Irish American Bar Association of Los Angeles
Kristen M. Howard, Pasadena Bar Association

ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
Founded in 1878, the Los Angeles County Bar Association is one of the largest voluntary metropolitan bar associations in the United States, serving legal professionals throughout Los Angeles County through education, member services, and professional development.

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1.35+/- Acre Site to be Sold Online by Tranzon Alderfer

RICHLAND, PA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Industrial Building, located at 25 Willow Street, Richland, Pennsylvania was the manufacturing site for the Double-H Boots Company. The site that produced Cowboy Boots has been vacant for several years and is ready Adaptive Reuse.

The location, between Reading and Hershey in Lebanon County, is conveniently located close to Routes 78, 422 and the PA Turnpike. The site has a large parking area and ample ingress and egress. The building has three loading docks, 16’ ceilings and 14” reinforced concrete floors, sprinkler system, hydraulic elevator & multi-zone gas heating and air-conditioning. The zoning is Commercial/Industrial and allows for a variety of uses.

The property that had previously been on the market for $500,000 has a Minimum Bid of $100,000, meaning it is guaranteed to be sold at or above $100,000. “They are not building like this anymore.” said Bob Dann, Auctioneer for Tranzon Auction Co “The building is solid and can be used for a variety of uses, so put your boots on and come see it.”

The Auction Date is set for Tuesday, April 8th at 1:00. The Auction will be online and a property preview is scheduled for March 26 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
A comprehensive Property Information Package is available on TRANZON.com and includes the zoning, building specifications, terms, auction day contract and everything bidders need to know about the property and the bidding process.

Questions concerning the property or how to bid and buy please contact Bob Dann at
215-850-5466 and/or bdann@tranzon.com.

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WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ —
The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) participated in the Mayoral Interfaith Iftar in Washington, DC, continuing its mission of bringing together diverse faith communities during the holy month of Ramadan.

Representatives from AMMWEC joined pastors, rabbis, and imams in an evening of interfaith reflection and dialogue, highlighting the shared values of compassion, service, and unity that connect people of all faith traditions.

A meaningful moment of the gathering came when guests from different religious backgrounds respectfully observed the Muslim congregational prayer, giving many attendees the opportunity to witness and better understand the Islamic tradition of worship.

The evening concluded with the traditional breaking of the fast and a shared Ramadan meal, where AMMWEC leaders engaged with civic leaders, diplomats, clergy, and community members to strengthen interfaith partnerships and promote peaceful coexistence.

Through participation in events like the Mayor’s Interfaith Iftar, AMMWEC continues its work of building bridges across faith communities and strengthening the spirit of unity and understanding in American society.

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Chinook Medical Gear Urges Educational Institutions to Prioritize Life-Saving Trauma Equipment During Spring Budget Cycle

TULSA, OK, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As K-12 schools, universities, and trade schools enter the critical March-to-June budgeting window, Chinook Medical Gear is calling on educational leaders to finalize funding for emergency trauma kits and bleeding control supplies. Decisions made in the coming weeks will determine whether campuses are equipped to manage life-threatening emergencies for the upcoming academic year.

In mass casualty or high-trauma events, uncontrolled bleeding is the leading preventable cause of death. Because the first few minutes are critical before EMS arrives, school staff—including nurses, SROs, and athletic trainers—act as the true first responders. However, standard first aid kits are often insufficient for severe hemorrhaging or complex trauma.

“Parents entrust schools with their children’s lives, and that trust includes the expectation of preparedness,” said a spokesperson for Chinook Medical Gear. “While we cannot predict every emergency, we can control whether staff have the professional-grade tools required to stabilize injuries and stop life-threatening bleeding when every second counts.”

To ensure comprehensive campus safety, Chinook Medical Gear recommends that institutions transition from basic first aid to structured trauma solutions. Essential equipment for high-stress environments includes:
• Commercial Tourniquets and Pressure Bandages
• Hemostatic Gauze and Chest Seals
• Airway Support Tools and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Chinook’s LIFE™ Kit and First Responder Kits are designed for rapid deployment and are currently trusted by military, law enforcement, and EMS professionals nationwide. Given the scale of modern campuses—ranging from laboratories and residence halls to athletic complexes—strategic placement of these kits is vital to reducing response times.
As part of the spring budget finalization, Chinook Medical Gear encourages administrators to conduct a Safety Audit, focusing on:
• Evaluating current bleeding control inventory and expiration dates.
• Assessing kit placement in high-traffic and public-access areas.
• Allocating funds for professional-grade trauma kits.
• Scheduling staff training for hemorrhage control protocols.

Institutions that secure funding during this window ensure that life-saving resources are physically on-site before the fall semester begins. For more information on mass casualty preparedness for educational facilities, visit https://blog.chinookmed.com/before-budgets-close-equip-your-campus-to-save-lives/.

About Chinook Medical Gear
Based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Chinook Medical Gear provides custom medical solutions and high-quality trauma kits for government agencies, law enforcement, military units, and educational institutions. They specialize in outfitting organizations with the tools necessary to provide life-saving care in any environment.

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A first-time virtual event open to the public called INDIA GIVING DAY LIVE! will feature leaders, influencers, and the youth behind this growing movement.

WASHINGTON, WA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The India Philanthropy Alliance (IPA), a U.S.-based network of nonprofit, philanthropic, and charitable organizations focused on India, is hosting its 4th annual India Giving Day on Friday, March 13. The campaign features 51 vetted organizations working in the fields of Education, Health Care, Livelihood Development, Environmental Sustainability, Animal Welfare, and empowerment for Women, Children, and Older Adults.

“India Giving Day is about collective action,” says Sejal Desai, India Giving Day Steering Committee Chair and Director of Akanksha Education Fund. “This year we are bringing together 51 organizations working in multiple sectors and helping donors identify which causes are most important to them, and which organizations are best aligned with their personal values.” India Giving Day has become a trusted platform for thousands of donors, allowing them to give to India focused nonprofits with confidence in the knowledge that they have been vetted by a respected organization. “It feels especially good to our supporters to know they are a part of something bigger. India Giving Day is a chance to be part of a very large and generous movement.”

For the first-time since its inception, a virtual online event called INDIA GIVING DAY LIVE! will be added to the festivities and bring together stakeholders with the general public in an interactive format. Guests will include tennis legend Vijay Amritraj, MR Rangaswami, Isheeta Ganguly, Deepak Raj, Simi Shah, and many more. The three-hour event can be viewed on Friday March 13 from 3pm-6pm ET on the India Giving Day website or, for an interactive experience, through the India Philanthropy Alliance YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn channels. Guests are invited to join at any time or stay for the full event. No registration is necessary.

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“In times of uncertainty, movements like India Giving Day bring hope for the future and remind us that collective action can create real change,” says Meenakshi Mahajan, Director of India Giving Day and Deputy Director of the India Philanthropy Alliance. “We don’t look at this as a mere fundraising initiative, we see it as fulfilling a need in the community—to connect and join forces in support of social development initiatives in India and create an even bigger impact for those who benefit from the humanitarian work supported through India Giving Day.”

With the addition of INDIA GIVING DAY LIVE! the Indian American diaspora and those with an affinity for India have an even more tangible way to connect—through stories, insights from non-profit participants, community leaders, and youth voices.

India Giving Day is led by a Steering Committee of IPA Board Members, Staff, and India Giving Day sponsors, and supported by National Co-Chairs, Celebrity Ambassadors, and a Youth Leadership Council. We are grateful to the many India Giving Day sponsors, supporters, and benefactors who have made India Giving Day possible.

For any questions, contact Meenakshi Mahajan, Deputy Director of India Philanthropy Alliance and Director of India Giving Day at meenakshi@indiaphilanthropyalliance.org.

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About India Philanthropy Alliance
The India Philanthropy Alliance (IPA) is a coalition of leading U.S.-based philanthropies and nonprofits committed to supporting India’s development. Through strategic collaborations, IPA aims to amplify the impact of U.S. philanthropy and increase awareness of opportunities to make a meaningful difference in India’s social and economic landscape.

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Volume 6: The Return of the Ultra-Difficult “Chunin Exams”

AWAJI, JAPAN, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The popular attraction “NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobi-Zato” at the Hyogo Prefectural Awaji Island Anime Park Nijigen no Mori will celebrate its 7th anniversary in spring 2026. To mark the occasion, the “Shinobi-Zato 7th Anniversary Event” will be held for a limited time starting March 20 (Fri).

The sixth phase of the anniversary celebration brings back the “Chunin Exams” on weekends and holidays from April 4 (Sat) to June 28 (Sun). Boasting a daunting 0.5% pass rate, this is the highest difficulty event in Shinobi-Zato, recreating the famous exams from the anime.The challenge consists of three stages: The First Stage: a true/false quiz, the second stage: A scroll-snatching battle, and the third stage: Top Secret (Details are revealed only to those who survive the first two stages.) Successful candidates will receive an original Shinobi-Zato Certificate of Passing. For participants who have passed previous exams and are already “Chunin,” a new mission will be added: competing for a Letter of Recommendation to be promoted to “Jonin”.

■Event Overview: Volume 6　The return of Chunin Exams
Period:
April 4 (Sat) – June 28 (Sun), 2026 (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only).
Time：
15:00
Business Hours:
10:00 – 22:00 (Last admission 20:00)
Details:
This event recreates the “Chunin Exams” that Naruto Uzumaki and his peers challenged in the anime. Only those who pass all three stages—the First Stage (True/False Quiz), the Second Stage (Scroll Battle), and the Third Stage (Top Secret)—will be recognized as Chunin and receive a Certificate of Passing. The current passing rate is a formidable 0.5%! Additionally, participants who are already Chunin from passing previous exams will be given a new mission to earn a Letter of Recommendation for promotion to Jonin.
※Participants who have already passed the Chunin Exam should notify the staff before the event begins.
Location:
In front of the Hokage Rock at “NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobi-Zato”.
Price:
Free
※A separate admission ticket is required.
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4th Annual International Long COVID Awareness Day Calls for Urgent and Swift Action for Long COVID

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — International Long COVID Awareness Day is observed each year on March 15th. There is an urgent need for prevention, research, funding, and long-term care for people suffering with Long COVID. Hundreds of millions worldwide continue to be infected with SARS-CoV-2, and many are still developing Long COVID. The World Health Organization estimates 10–20% of those infected experience prolonged symptoms.

Many with this chronic disease experience serious, life-altering complications after one or multiple COVID-19 infections, including: cardiac, neurological, and multi-organ damage, as well as fatigue, chronic pain, autoimmune disease, and new allergies. Long COVID is associated with more than 200 symptoms. For many, it has reshaped or destroyed daily life; affecting careers, education, and financial stability. Many have become disabled and are less visible in public, contributing to the veil of this global emergency.

Long COVID is a mass disabling event affecting hundreds of millions, straining healthcare systems, disrupting economies, and devastating families. Some have not returned to work at all, contributing to labor shortages and economic instability. COVID-19 infections continue globally, and each reinfection carries risks.

Long COVID is not rare. It is not mild. It is not over.

For International Long COVID Awareness day there will be at least 513 landmarks in 34 U.S. States and 20 countries around the world lit up teal, mostly on March 15th (#LitForLongCovid). Confirmed participating landmarks include Los Angeles City Hall, Niagara Falls, the CN Tower, Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Angeles, Barcelona City Hall, the Capitol in Puerto Rico, and Cardiff Castle. Individuals are encouraged to light up their homes or businesses teal and wear teal to show solidarity.

To bring further awareness to Long COVID there will be demonstrations and advocacy events taking place around the globe on or around March 15th in the:

United States
– Los Angeles, California
– Annapolis, Maryland
– Olympia, Washington

Belgium
– Brussels

Canada
– Calgary
– Montreal
– Toronto
– Vancouver

France
– Paris

Scotland

Spain
– Zaragoza

Because many people with Long COVID are bedbound or homebound, the campaign will also feature accessible virtual events and online advocacy actions to ensure that Long COVID patient voices are heard.

More events and actions taking place comprise of a 24 hour Long COVID Twitter/X marathon space, a Long COVID digital billboard in Times Square of New York City, live artistic performances, and more throughout the month of March.

The community will also honor those who have died due to Long COVID on International Long COVID Memorial Day, March 14th.

Visit the website listed at bottom for a full calendar of events.

We must invest in prevention, fund research, expand access to screening, treatment, and disability support. We must protect future generations. Air purification, clean air systems, and high quality respirators are vital for the mitigation of SARS-CoV-2 infections.

Every infection matters. Every patient is somebody. Every heartbeat counts.

Long COVID Statistics
* An estimated 400 million+ worldwide have contracted Long COVID
* An estimated 5,000 Long COVID deaths in the U.S. (an undercount)
* 52% Stroke, 63% Heart Attack, 72% Heart Failure risk increase year after COVID Infection
* $3.7 trillion estimated cost of Long COVID to U.S. economy (2022)
* 2-4 million people estimated to be out of work due to Long COVID in U.S. (2022)

Go to www.longcovidawareness.life⁠ to see the events calendar, press kit, and more.

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