Youth of Color Grapple with Online Bullying and Lack of Representation: The AAKOMA Project Sheds Light

WASHINGTON, PRNewswire -- Amplifying the unique mental health experiences of Youth of Color during the month of July, The AAKOMA Project has just released a trailblazing, culturally responsive, data-driven brief on social media use, Youth and Young Adults of Color and mental health. The report entitled Representation Matters: Exploring Social Media Experiences and Mental Health of Youth and Young Adults of Color is a follow up delving further into the 2022 State of Mental Health of Youth of Color Full Report released in May 2023. Building upon their previous success with an all-encompassing analysis of mental health in this demographic, the latest findings encompass a diverse and equitable sample of nearly 3000 young individuals ages 13-25. This timely release aligns with the U.S. Surgeon General’s appeal to parents, caregivers, mentors, educators, policymakers, and social media companies to scrutinize the detrimental effects of social media on the mental health and well-being of developing minds. An essential resource, the brief serves as a catalyst for change and progress in addressing the unique mental health needs of Youth and Young Adults of Color with an intersectional lens.

Dr. Alfiee, Founder of The AAKOMA Project shares 3 fascinating statistics you need to know about Youth of Color and social media use from a new AAKOMA Project research brief, Representation Matters: Exploring Social Media Experiences and Mental Health of Youth and Young Adults of Color.

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The AAKOMA Project is a research-centered nonprofit grounded by collaborations with Youth and Communities of Color to ensure scientifically grounded, culturally-relevant, and effective interventions. The new brief reveals that 44% of Young People of Color feel they do not

This report is a catalyst to encourage platforms, parents/ caregivers, creators and others, to center inclusivity and belonging and seek new insights from marginalized young people and content creators about ways to reduce harms and create solutions.

Dr. Alfiee, the founder of The AAKOMA Project, emphasizes the importance of the brief’s findings in protecting Young People of Color stating that, “The fact that it has taken this long for our field to center the unique mental health needs and well-being of Youth of Color (recognizing intersectionality in identity) is disappointing, yet I am encouraged by The AAKOMA Project’s research focus on social media and mental health. Our innovative efforts with this brand-new brief help to ensure that the voices of young people from marginalized backgrounds are heard.” see enough content creators who represent them online, and that 1 in 4 have been or are bullied online about their racial identity. The report highlights rarely reported insights for marginalized youth and young adults and shows that online bullying is a staggering issue, with race being the most reported factor in online bullying behaviors.

The AAKOMA Project, founded by Psychologist & Researcher Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble, is a research-centered nonprofit intentional in meeting the mental health needs of Youth and Young Adults of Color. Established in 1997 and incorporated in 2019, The AAKOMA Project envisions a world where every child, teen and young adult (inclusive of all points of diversity) feels the freedom to live unapologetically and authentically within an environment that allows them to rise and thrive. Therefore, we operate at three levels - raising consciousness among individuals, empowering people via providing accessible tools for ongoing management, and changing systems to receive youth and provide better care in the mental health space. For more information, please visit aakomaproject.org.

Prostate Cancer Foundation partners with Digital Science Press / UroToday to launch NEW patient-centered website

LOS ANGELES, PRNewswire --The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF), in collaboration with UroToday, is proud to announce the development and launch of a new educational website Prostate Cancer Patient Voices. This groundbreaking platform puts patients at the heart of the conversation, empowering them with the necessary tools to advocate for their own prostate cancer journey. As a trailblazing initiative in patient empowerment, this website takes the lead as the first platform of its kind, placing an exclusive focus on sharing powerful and inspiring patient stories.

Among cancer patient-centered websites, Prostate Cancer Patient Voices is unique in that it is driven by evidence-based research while it creates a platform for patients to share their personal story and learn from others. By partnering with over a dozen physicians in the field, we have produced a website that is rooted in quality research, giving patients the accurate, evidence-based information they need following a diagnosis of prostate cancer. It also allows patients to hear from other patients about their experiences with prostate cancer, a top priority gathered in our market research for the site.

Prostate Cancer Patient Voices provides the necessary bridge between physician and patient. When a patient visits the website, they will feel seen, heard, and fully supported.

They will know that they are not alone. The site is formulated in such a way that takes each patient from adequately understanding their diagnosis to finding ways to live fully functioning with prostate cancer and the best quality of life possible. If a newly diagnosed patient is still searching for answers after leaving the doctor’s office, or if he is looking for words of encouragement from someone who has already gone through this journey, Prostate Cancer Patient Voices is his most valuable tool.

“At Prostate Cancer Patient Voices, we help the patient identify where they are on their pathway and then find resources to hear from other men who are in those same places at that point in time. Our goal is to let this become a portal that is really for patients, by patients,” says Gina Carithers, Founder and CEO, Digital Science Press, LLC – UroToday.

We are thrilled to announce Bayer Pharmaceuticals as our Platinum level sponsor. Their generous contributions over the past two years were instrumental to the development and launch of the Prostate Cancer Patient Voices website. Bayer’s oncology efforts focus on differentiated approaches that have the potential to transform the lives of people impacted by cancer through science and innovation, addressing areas where the patient need is greatest to make a meaningful difference to their lives. Prostate cancer is a key focus for Bayer, as they work to address the unique needs of those living with prostate cancer across different stages of the disease – from advancing innovative treatments, allowing patients to continue their everyday activities, to supporting valuable independent educational initiatives such as Prostate Cancer Patient Voices. Learn more at: bayer.com.

“Navigating the prostate cancer treatment landscape can be challenging especially for someone newly diagnosed. At Bayer, we are committed to addressing unmet patient needs in prostate cancer through continued investment in patient education,” says Frank Verholen, Vice President and Head of the Genitourinary Division of Medical Affairs for Bayer Pharmaceuticals. “We are proud to sponsor the launch of Prostate Cancer Patient Voices, working alongside the Prostate Cancer Foundation, to empower patients and caregivers to receive reliable, evidence-based information and help them feel supported throughout their journey.”

With Bayer’s generous support, we can have a greater impact against prostate cancer by increasing awareness, delivering informative education, and supporting patients and their families affected by this disease. Prostate Cancer Patient Voices is a valuable resource for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals alike.

“For any newly diagnosed patient, take a deep breath, and keep your wits about you. Approach it as a problem to be solved and seek out the best care that you can get. It’s your life. it’s your future,” said Michael Salvadore Jr., a Prostate Cancer Patient Voices patient collaborator.

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AC 7-5-2023

IN THE CIRCUITCOURTOF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTYDEPARTMENT- CHANCERYDIVISION LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING LLC; Plaintiff, vs. KENNITH L. CASTILE AKAKENNETH L. CASTILE AKAKENNETH CASTILE; JOANN CASTILE AKA JOANNE E. AKAJOANN ALLEN-SIMPSON AKAJOANN E. SIMPSON; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 22 CH 2195 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBYGIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 31-12-118-006-0000. Commonly known as 2901 Bob O Link Road, Flossmoor, IL60422. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOTbe open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A., 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563. (630) 453-6925. 1463-181517 XOME

INTERCOUNTYJUDICIALSALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3223679

AC 7-19-2023

IN THE CIRCUITCOURTOF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTYDEPARTMENT- CHANCERYDIVISION NWL COMPANY, LLC Plaintiff, -v.- ANTHONYJ. RUIZ, KATHERINE A. RUIZ, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA- SECRETARYOF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENTDefendants 2022 CH 12040 18227 CENTER AVENUE HOMEWOOD, IL60430

GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 25, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 28, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 18227 CENTER AVENUE, HOMEWOOD, IL60430

Property Index No. 29-32-404-0130000 The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOTbe open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHTTO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRYOF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's

Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIALSALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL60606-4650 (312) 236-

SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-22-09132 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2022 CH 12040

TJSC#: 43-2343 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2022 CH 12040 I3225082

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