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Human Trafficking Under the Spotlight: Scientology’s International Campaign
In its efforts to uphold rights worldwide the Church of Scientology plays a significant role in the fight, against human trafficking by raising awareness through campaigns and educational programs and collaborating internationally. Scientologists are actively involved in preventing exploitation and aiding survivors by advocating for the values outlined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) as well as partnering with organizations that address trafficking from its core. The commitment to this cause was showcased during a town hall event at the Church of Scientology in Seattle where both local and global professionals discussed the importance of education and laws in combating human trafficking while supporting those at risk.
A Multi-Faceted Approach to Combat Trafficking
The recent community event held by the Church of Scientology in Seattle brought attention to the concerning problem of trafficking with a specific emphasis on child sex trafficking, in Washington state. The gathering coincided with UN International Human Rights Day and centred around the theme “Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now.” Notable speakers shared insights. Rallied for immediate action to combat this widespread issue.
Butch Yarnell captivated the audience with a speech during his keynote address as the Eastern Washington & Idaho Regional Coordinator, for Shared Hope International. He shed light on the mission of Shared Hope International to combat sex trafficking through prevention efforts and interventions and highlighted the truth of trafficking in Washington. Yarnell stressed the importance of taking steps and garnering legislative support to disrupt trafficking operations and provide aid to those who have survived such ordeals.
In 2024 in Washington state there have been new laws passed with Senate Bill 6006 making a strong impact on empowering survivors by providing civil protection orders and victim compensation without time limits while also getting rid of the statute of limitations for prosecuting sex trafficking cases. The mention of Seattle as a point in a trafficking network that reaches as wide as Honolulu and Canada highlights the ongoing need for vigilance and support, for this issue as noted by Yarnell.
Youth Education as a Preventative Tool
Dave Scattergood from Youth for Human Rights presented materials designed to educate young individuals about their essential human rights inspired by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). These resources consist of brochures, videos and a complimentary online program accessible on the website of this international organization.
Scattergood emphasized the importance of education in stopping exploitation by saying; “It is vital that our youth are educated on their basic human rights to help prevent them becoming victims of human trafficking crimes”.
European Perspectives
On 24 January 2024, EUROSTAT published the 2022 statistics for trafficking in human beings. The newly released data showed that 10,093 victims of trafficking in human beings were registered in the EU in 2022, representing a 41% increase compared to 2021.
Despite the rising number of registered victims, the number of convicted traffickers remains significantly lower. In 2022, there were 2,097 convicted traffickers in the EU, reflecting a 16.7% decrease compared to 2021. This disparity underscores the challenges in effectively prosecuting and convicting individuals involved in human trafficking.
In Europe’s sphere of influence Ivan Arjona, Scientology representative to the European Union and the UN, has spoken numerous times urging authorities and civil society for a unified strategy to tackle human trafficking throughout the continent. Through different conversations and meetings, Arjona has highlighted the importance of international partnerships and extensive educational initiatives. “Human trafficking represents an unforgivable infringement on fundamental human rights. In Europe it is imperative that we enhance collaboration across borders, safeguard victims of trafficking, prosecute offenders and hold perpetrators accountable with the full force of the law” he emphasizes.
Arjona suggests boosting funding for community outreach efforts in areas at risk and advises governments to take a tough stance on those involved in trafficking activities, while calling for empowering civil society organizations to engage youth in educational programs to fight against human trafficking.
A Global Crisis with Local Impact
The International Labor Organization estimates that 27.6 million individuals are trapped in forced labor worldwide, generating $236 billion annually in illegal profits. In Washington state alone, the National Human Trafficking Hotline identified 202 cases last year, involving 367 victims. These stark figures highlight the urgency of addressing this crisis on both local and global scales.
Scientology founder L. Ronald Hubbard‘s aims for human rights to become a reality and not just an idealistic dream, has been a driving force for the Church of Scientology’s dedication to promoting education and activism around human rights issues. Every church worldwide plays a role in engaging with the community and providing support for initiatives like United for Human Rights and Youth for Human Rights, establishing chapters wherever possible. The original series Voices for Humanity on the Scientology Network documents the remarkable results achieved by the program.
The Seattle forum, like many initiatives by the Church of Scientology worldwide, reinforces the importance of collective action in eradicating human trafficking. From legislative advocacy to education and community engagement, the path forward requires collaboration among governments, NGOs, and civil society. As Ivan Arjona well summarizes, “Only through awareness, action, and accountability can we hope to turn the tide against this modern-day slavery.”
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The New York based direct-to-borrower platform is now part of private lending group Tower Fund Capital.
Tower Fund Capital, an industry leader in the direct lending wholesale space, has acquired YesLoanz — a direct-to-borrower and consumer platform designed to transform the financing process through innovative AI-intuitive applications. YesLoanz will now become an integral part of Tower Fund Capital, enhancing its market reach by directly attracting consumer borrowers and streamlining the application process.
«The decision to acquire YesLoanz was driven by the goal of providing consumers with a seamless financing experience. Our platform streamlines the entire application process. With an intuitive questionnaire that creates a single profile, customers avoid repetitive submissions, enjoy faster processing times, and gain access to a diverse range of debt products tailored to their financial needs,» said Ed Gitlin, Founder and Partner at YesLoanz.
By integrating YesLoanz’s technology, both companies will benefit from the combined strength of their client bases and the variety of loan products available. YesLoanz serves as a one-stop shop for any request, whether it’s the purchase or refinancing of real estate assets, potential investments in fix-and-flip projects, or scaling a business.
Improving the market niche
In the marketplace where LendingTree, Rocket Mortgage, and alike have dominated the lead aggregator and lending space, YesLoanz is bringing a better and more fluid user experience.
There are two major factors that separate YesLoanz from its competitors
- User completes their profile and based on that various products are offered, rather than filing out multiple applications for each of the products
- YesLoanz always provide financing solutions that it operates, rather than user is forwarded to lenders as marketing lead
Key Advantages of YesLoanz:
- Unified Application Process: One profile provides access to a diverse portfolio of financial products, eliminating the need for repetitive applications.
- Efficiency of AI: Advanced algorithms match users with the most suitable loan options based on their financial profiles.
- Broad Financial Offering: From real estate investments and refinancing to business funding, YesLoanz addresses multiple consumer needs.
- Time and Cost Savings: Streamlined processes reduce application time and cut administrative overhead for both consumers and lenders.
- Enhanced Customer Experience: An all-in-one platform that simplifies financing decisions and improves overall satisfaction.
Thanks to this acquisition, Tower Fund Capital is now poised to deliver an enhanced, customer-focused financing experience. The synergy between Tower Fund Capital and YesLoanz will foster innovation, expand market opportunities, and set new industry standards on the market.
About Tower Fund Capital
Tower Fund Capital is a private lending group dedicated to providing funding for the real estate industry. The company prides itself on finding solutions in any situation and under any circumstances. By originating, underwriting, and servicing all of its loans, Tower Fund Capital offers borrowers the significant advantage of a comprehensive, all-inclusive service.
About YesLoanz
YesLoanz is a revolutionary direct-to-borrower platform that uses AI technology to offer an exclusive financing experience. By integrating diverse debt products into one comprehensive platform, YesLoanz enables users to access the best funding opportunities with just one profile—making financing simple, fast, and efficient.
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Austin, TX, United States, 6th May 2025 — In celebration of National Nurses Week, Blue Sky Scrubs, the Austin-based designer medical apparel brand, is proud to announce a special promotion honoring nurses and healthcare professionals everywhere. From May 6–12, all customers will receive 20% off all Blue Sky Scrubs products—no exclusions, no minimum purchase required. This exclusive offer is a heartfelt thank you to the medical heroes who work tirelessly to keep communities safe, healthy, and cared for.
The week-long promotion offers customers 20% off all Blue Sky Scrubs products with no exclusions or minimum purchase. The discount is automatically applied at checkout and available to all customers shopping on www.blueskyscrubs.com. The initiative aims to show appreciation for nurses and healthcare workers who make daily sacrifices in hospitals, clinics, and care centers across the country and abroad.
“This campaign represents both a gesture of gratitude and a reinforcement of Blue Sky Scrubs’ long-standing commitment to healthcare professionals,” said Shelby Marquardt, founder and chief designer. “We are proud to honor those who give so much to their patients, especially during National Nurses Week.”
In addition to the promotional discount, Blue Sky Scrubs is expanding its philanthropic efforts throughout the week by donating scrubs and scrub caps to nonprofit medical missions, nursing school programs, and community health clinics. The company is actively inviting nominations from healthcare organizations and individuals seeking support for their teams.
This effort builds on the company’s history of giving, which has included apparel donations to teams serving in Honduras, Kenya, the Dominican Republic, and other underserved regions. Blue Sky Scrubs has also partnered with domestic nursing programs to help equip students entering the healthcare workforce.
Founded over two decades ago, Blue Sky Scrubs designs, manufactures, and distributes high-end medical apparel, including handmade scrub caps and performance stretch scrubs, all from its headquarters in Austin, Texas. The company is widely recognized for combining style and function in its products while maintaining a focus on quality craftsmanship, sustainability, and community impact.
In parallel with the National Nurses Week promotion, Blue Sky Scrubs will spotlight personal stories from nurses and healthcare workers through its social media platforms. Followers are encouraged to engage with the campaign by tagging a nurse or sharing their own experiences using the hashtag #ThankYouNurses. Selected participants will receive giveaways including designer scrub caps and Blue Sky gift cards.
The company has stated that its mission during Nurses Week is to elevate the work of healthcare providers while fostering connection and gratitude throughout the medical community.
For more information about Blue Sky Scrubs’ Nurses Week campaign, visit www.blueskyscrubs.com or follow @blueskyscrubs on Instagram and TikTok.
About Blue Sky Scrubs
Blue Sky Scrubs is a luxury medical apparel company based in Austin, Texas. For more than two decades, the company has designed and handcrafted high-quality scrubs, scrub caps, lab coats, and accessories for medical professionals across the U.S. and abroad. With a mission to combine comfort, performance, and style, Blue Sky Scrubs has become a trusted name in the healthcare industry. Every item is handmade with care, designed to last, and created to support the heroes who wear them.
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Celebrate Your Life’s Milestones with Customized Star/City Maps
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan, 6th May 2025, Grand Newswire – Lama.pk, the pioneers of the concept of personal star maps in Pakistan are revolutionizing how you and I celebrate significant events and important milestones. With a unique blend of their signature artistic and scientific approach offering absolute customization, Lamha.pk is set to amp up your most cherished moments and turn them into memories forever.
Whether your story is written on the stars or marked on the earth, they’ve got a way to lock in your special moments and favorite memories in their unique star and city maps to celebrate for life.
Here Science Meets Arts and Emotion
Whether it was a new job, college graduation or meeting the love of your life, your stars aligned, and they aligned well. Lamha.pk allows you to map your moment using a verified, licenced astronomical data from the European Space Agency, that provides a high precision constellation of stars for the past, present and future dates, from anywhere around the world.
You can also customize a city map for the wanderlust in you to celebrate the birth of a loved one, anniversary, or marking the moving to a new city or traveling to your dream destination.
The best part is each of their pieces are 100% customizable in color, style, size, framing, cloth for cushions, and names, dates or visuals that you would like to add according to your preference and house interior.
The Name of Superior Quality and Designs
Lamha.pk is committed to providing top-notch quality products beatutifully blended with their intricate art. With this commendable approach the brand not only caters to your individual preference, offering a wide variety of designs – the first of its kind, it also ensures consistency in every piece they produce for an all time satisfied customer base.
You get your portraits, customized to your special date or location with superior digital printing on a 240 GSM fine arts paper which is meant to last you generations.
Not only is it a smart investment to re-live special moments and add to your interior decorations, but they also make the most thoughtful gifts you can ever present to your loved ones. Just like your memories stay with you forever, star/city maps from Lamha.pk stick around too.
Worldwide Reach for your Convenience
Your constellation is as unique as you are. No matter what corner of the world you are living in, you deserve to have one customized piece,be it a wall frame, their signature vinyl record, cushions or phone covers.
The brand is committed to making their products accessible worldwide so you can seamlessly navigate through the website, order from anywhere around the globe, seamlessly transfer the payment and receive worldwide free shipping too.
About Lamha.pk
On February 6, 2019, a visionary idea came into existence. Since then, team Lamha.pk has delivered over 3500 city/start maps. It has become a trusted name for unique gifts that add the little sprinkle of magic to your special moments.
With a commitment to customer satisfaction, quality craftsmanship, it continues to grow, becoming a marker to celebrate your happy moments.
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