Syed Bukhari Commitment to the Education of our Poorest Children

Houston, TX ( PressReleaseCollection ) June 16, 2010 – Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA) or the “Centre of Education and Consciousness” Public Trust was established in 2002, as a lot underprivileged children in Pakistan do not have access to basic education. 50% of Pakistan's population is under 18 years old, but only 56% of them are able to attend elementary schools. The rate of school attendance decreases as the age of students increase: only 18% of ten to twelve year-old go to school, while 10% of thirteen to fourteen year-old receive secondary education. Among students who have matriculated in secondary schools, only 3% continue to pursue a college degree.<br /> <br />Many children do not even have access to education facilities because of their geographical position or their family's socioeconomic background. The statistics show that there are chronic policy problems and inefficiency within the education system, which negatively affects the majority of children in Pakistan. Due to the lack of resources, lack of proper training of teachers, unstable political condition, a lot of children in Pakistan do not enjoy the right to basic education as they deserve. Without proper education, many young people will fall pray to the poverty cycle, while some may choose to join terrorist and militia groups as they lack the knowledge to pursue other careers.<br /> <br />In collaboration with ITA, Mr. Syed Bukhari, a Pakistani immigrant who now resides in Houston, decided to improve the education conditions in Pakistan. Mr. Bukhari founded the Aisha Foundation to provide more funding and resources to ITA's programs. Currently, their programs include improving the quality and facilities of both primary and secondary schools, providing accelerated programs for underprivileged children, running literacy programs for youths, introducing students to democracy and human rights, granting post-secondary scholarships, and training teachers and principals.<br /> <br />Under the leadership and support of Mr. Syed Bukhari, the Aisha Foundation has provided school libraries with reading materials, and has developed personal and public health and hygiene programs in local schools. This can help lower the mortality rate in the country as students are educated to prevent certain diseases. The Aisha Foundation is also supporting programs on providing education to vulnerable groups, and on policy and advocacy on education sustainability and local governance. It aims to strengthen district planning on education to ensure that more children will have access to education and to achieve one of the U.N. Millennium Goals of Universal Primary Education. Mr. Syed Bukhari's effort has reached up to 1,000 schools in Pakistan, and many of them have undergone physical renovation under his support.<br /> <br />In addition, the concerted effort of ITA and the Aisha Foundation has led to the development of education programs for drop-outs and displaced children who otherwise will not have any access to education because of their social circumstances. These two organizations also provide support to life-skill classes to equip students with the ability to work so that they will not get involved in any terrorist group and see that as the only way out. The teacher training program run by ITA and the Aisha Foundation will ensure that teachers obtain a diploma or a bachelor's degree in teaching.<br /> <br />Mr. Syed Bukhari and ITA's effort has led to great improvement in some of the areas in Pakistan but they would need more support from donors to help change the lives of many other children.<br /> <br />For more information, visit http://www.itacec.org<br /> <br /><br />###

Syed Bukhari Commitment to the Education of our Poorest Children

Houston, TX ( PressReleaseCollection ) June 16, 2010 – Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA) or the “Centre of Education and Consciousness” Public ...

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Virtuous Academy Presents - Community Celebration featuring Fashion, Music, and Education

Pittsburgh PA, PA ( PressReleaseCollection ) May 08, 2010 - Fashion, music and entertainment will blend during the second annual <a href="http://www.virtuousacademy.org">Virtuous Academy</a> Fashion Extravaganza, Saturday May 8. As a way to raise funds and to showcase the school, the fashion show titled “A Celebration of Fashion and Music” will be held in the Virtuous Academy Auditorium, 128 South 3rd Street in Duquesne at 4:00 p.m. An open house will take place prior from noon to 2:00 p.m. Virtuous Academy (VA) is a private educational facility, whose mission is to achieve academic excellence through a Christ centered focus and a concentration in the arts.<br /><br />Highlighting clothing for all ages, the show will feature fashions and accessories from area stores including David’s Bridal, Sneaker Villa, K&G Fashions, TJ Maxx Marshalls, and Savvy Chic Bags. Entertainment will be provided by NAKA Entertainment and Roland Ford soul line dancing. The commentator is Marlon Martin formerly of WAMO and WGBN radio.<br /><br />In its second year, <a href="http://www.virtuousacademy.org">Virtuous Academy</a> strives to close the achievement gap and introduce the arts to students from underserved neighborhoods in the Mon Valley area. “We recognize that due to environmental stressors students do not learn at the same pace and need extra attention to be successful in school,” points out Iyana Tennon, CEO and President.<br /><br />As founder of VA, Tennon is committed and passionate about providing an alternative to students in the Duquesne community. This area is underserved and the residents and students have suffered in a failing public education system for many years. Her concern is that the current model spends most of the resources improving safety and test scores; rather than being inclusive of interest in the students’ home life and the exploring the students’ talents and hobbies. “Test-taking skills have never been proven to improve citizenship,” says Tennon. “So we provide a holistic education that creates learners with the morals to be positive citizens.”<br /><br />She indicates that at VA, education is individualized according to each student’s ability level and students are challenged to learn, grow, and give back.<br /><br />This year, for the first time in its history, VA is planning to conduct a nine week summer camp. Believing in collaborations, VA, Super Kids Tutoring and Umoja Arts Group based in Pittsburgh will offer a combination of academic activity and arts programming to participants. “At Virtuous Academy , a non-profit institution, we seek to rebuild our community through academics, art, respect and integrity,” says Tennon. She points out that their mission is to foster holistic development, academic excellence and positive citizenship through academic and artistic rigor. This camp just helps us accomplish that mission.<br /><br />Co-sponsors of the May 8 Fashion Extravaganza include the Soul Pitt, DID & Associates and Virtuous Visions Photography, LeKurion Salon and WGBN radio.<br /><br />CONTACT: Iyana Tennon<br />(412) 330-0596 or virtuous_academy@live.com<br /><a href="http://www.virtuousacademy.org">www.virtuousacademy.org</a><br /><br /><br />###

Virtuous Academy Presents - Community Celebration featuring Fashion, Music, and Education

Pittsburgh PA, PA ( PressReleaseCollection ) May 08, 2010 - Fashion, music and entertainment will blend during the second annual Virtuous Ac...

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PSA Zero – The Most Effective Prostate Cancer Education Program

Sarasota, FL ( PressReleaseCollection ) April 19, 2010 - With the threat of prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction and urinary discomforts hovering around the heads of millions of men, many questions are now raised. Statistics reveal some astounding figures; one in every six men are being diagnosed with prostate cancer, 2 million with prostate enlargement, 30 million with erectile dysfunction and over 33 million with overactive bladder. The question is how many more men are not talking about their problems?<br /><br />Typically, where the PSA level is high, the doctor requests a biopsy culminating in invasive procedures like Prostatectomy, Seed Implantation, External Beam Radiation, Proton Therapy and Hormonal Therapy. With these procedures causing loss of erection and incontinence, this impact on the physiological functions impair mental health, leading to stress, confusion, anxiety and depression .<br /><br />Realizing the fact that education has a key role in defining the choices that are available.A program called PSA ZERO, under the expert guidance of Dr. Steve Bedi who has immense experience in Urology, General Surgery, Preventive Medicine, and Research have taken into shape with the intention of maximizing cellular immunity, rejuvenating prostate and sexual health. It moves with an understanding of the fact that PSA screening tests for prostate cancer are inconclusive by themselves, are highly subjective, and should be used as a precursor to establish a baseline before any invasive procedure such as a biopsy is performed .<br /><br />By employing education, awareness, and polarizing treatment, men have a fighting chance to keep and or restore their natural biological functions when faced with these issues.<br /><br />PSA Zero is a twelve week program specifically designed for results and the progress closely monitored by your physician. Anyone diagnosed with erectile dysfunction, prostate cancer, enlargement (BPH), high PSA or overactive bladder can take advantage of this program. <a href="http://www.psazero.com">PSA Zero</a> is also ideal for those who have undergone biopsy, prostatectomy, external beam radiation, proton therapy, seed implantation and hormonal therapy to restore the natural sexual functions of the body.<br /><br />When your PSA levels are high and you are considering an invasive procedure, such as a biopsy, laser surgery, prostatectomy, transurethral microwave, transurethral resection, or water-induced thermotherapy, take the time to give yourself the education you deserve before risking your biological functions to the terrible complications that these invasive procedures produce by checking out the <a href="http://www.psazero.com">PSA Zero</a> program.<br /><br />A peep into the experiences of the people who have adhered to this program, reveal the fact that PSA Zero is a refreshing PSA screening program that incorporates the best education and awareness, rendering one a highly satisfying life with full body functions.<br /><br />With the program offering solution to a myriad of queries related to the prevention, testing, and treatment options for men faced with these problems, and a better quality of life. As emphasized by them, <a href="http://www.psazero.com">PSA Zero</a> is a “21st century program utilizing cutting edge bio-technology to rejuvenate prostate and sexual health.” To quote Dr. Steve Bedi, “It is our Mission that every man should live a full span of life with normal physiological function which nature has given them.”<br /><br />So make the right choice, learn to keep or restore your normal biological functions and relish the satisfying moments of life.<br /><br /><br />###

PSA Zero – The Most Effective Prostate Cancer Education Program

Sarasota, FL ( PressReleaseCollection ) April 19, 2010 - With the threat of prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction and urinary discomforts ho...

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