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August 9, 2019 Confluence

HuffPo: Anita Hill At Wellesley: ‘Sexual Misconduct Deniers Have Friends In High Places’

Reading Time: 2 minutes Source: Huffpo – Confluence Daily is your daily news source for women in the know. The law professor delivered

News

August 7, 2019 Confluence

Vox: Sex trafficking victim Cyntoia Brown released from Tennessee prison after 15 years

Reading Time: 5 minutes Cyntoia Brown, a sex trafficking victim who was sentenced to life in prison for killing a man when she was 16, was released from prison early on Wednesday, months after she was granted clemency by former Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam.

Her release marks the conclusion of a high-profile legal fight that lasted several years, drawing the support of celebrities, criminal justice reform advocates, and racial justice and women’s rights groups.

Informed

April 22, 2019 Confluence

Fast Company: This platform wants to fix the disturbing lack of data on police violence

Reading Time: 4 minutes In the U.S., police brutality is a known problem: all-too-numerous headlines in recent years have detailed the deaths of Philando Castile, Freddie Gray, and Mike Brown, among many others. But recent research suggests that police kill around three people per day in the U.S., and those people are disproportionately black men. Those findings, though, still fail to account for other violence and verbal and physical abuse people face at the hands of police.

Thrive

April 17, 2019 Confluence

Terrific Healthy Living Tips for Seniors

Reading Time: 3 minutes Are you living a balanced, health-oriented lifestyle? While many older adults may think it’s too difficult to jump in at their age, it’s really never too late to get started. Here are some tips for seniors looking to ensure optimal health so they can make the most of every single day.

Elevate

April 16, 2019 Confluence

5 Tips for New Pet Parents

Reading Time: 2 minutes Introducing a new dog to the family can bring plenty of excitement, sweet snuggles and puppy kisses. However, there are also plenty of practical steps to consider to successfully transition a pup into its new environment.

Whether you’re a seasoned pet owner or a first-time puppy parent, these tips can help your newest family member feel right at home.