Posts by Carina Bonasera
When Lightning Strikes: Transforming Perception of Spontaneous Spiritual Awakenings
A Spontaneous Spiritual Awakening (SSA) is defined as a “subjective experience characterized by a sudden sense of direct contact, union, or complete non-dual merging (experience of oneness) with a perceived…
Read MoreThe Crohn’s Care Alliance Raises Awareness and Funding for Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease, a type of chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), is estimated to affect more than half a million people in the United States, and millions more worldwide—with the number…
Read MoreMdogo Disabled Children’s Foundation Provides Essential Care for Children with Severe Disabilities in Africa
In areas of Africa, deeply ingrained beliefs and a lack of education about disabilities perpetuates the illegal but prevalent practice of killing children born with disabilities. Termed “mercy killing,” this…
Read MoreCorey & Kimberly’s Ride Continues: A Community Group Supporting Those Affected By Addiction and Advocating for Change
Corey & Kimberly’s Ride Continues is a community group that has united to raise awareness about addiction, fight the stigma around this disease and support those who are or have…
Read MoreParadise Jewelry Collection Addresses Humanitarian Crises With Impactful Jewelry
For some jewelry brands, inspiration for a collection might come from art, nature, fashion or fantasy; for Paradise Jewelry Collection founder Brooke Mitman Rivera, the inspiration is social impact. Founded…
Read MoreThe Community Tattoo Removal Project At OTM Skin Changes Lives By Erasing Tattoos
Started by Natasha Baldivia in June 2020, the Community Tattoo Removal Project at OTM Skin makes tattoo removal—a lengthy and expensive process—a realistic option for people who want to erase…
Read MoreHSI Is Pleased To Welcome Youth for Development and Productivity (YODEP): Supporting Malawian youths for a better future
Youth for Development and Productivity (YODEP) is uplifting the country of Malawi by strengthening its foundation: the next generation. Operating in the districts of Zomba, Mangochi and Ntcheu, the nonprofit…
Read MoreRestore Ukraine Provides Life-Saving Support for Displaced Ukrainians
Since Russia began launching attacks in February 2022, Ukraine and its citizens have suffered devastating destruction, violence, and loss of life. According to a statement by the mayor of Kharkiv,…
Read MoreReparations Finance Lab: Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
In the summer of 2020, racial injustice in the United States came to a boiling point when the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and others by police officers sparked…
Read MoreThe Lynfield Community Center Provides A Safe Place For Bethlehem Children To Thrive
The high number of single-parent households in Bethlehem, PA means that many children are at a higher risk of being left without support when their guardians are out of the…
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