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Elle
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Julia Fox and Richie Shazam Are Selling Off Their Designer-Filled Wardrobes To Support Trans Rights
This Pride Month, let your impulse purchases go to a good cause. Cult favorite New York City-based fundraising label Mother, Daughter, Holy Spirit (MDHS) has marshaled the forces (and celebrity power) of the city's fashion industry to raise money and awareness for the Trans Justice Funding Project. Beginning today, you can shop the designer-filled closets of Julia Fox and Richie Shazam, who have donated pieces alongside models and icons including Tommy Dorfman, Chloë Sevigny, and Hari Nef. Founded by Bobbi Salvör Menuez and John Mollett, MDHS has been dedicated to advocating for trans rights. In the process, it has built a fiercely supportive community, attracting stars including Madonna and Alex Consani (who walked the organization's secondhand-filled runway show in Valentino alongside actress Cynthia Nixon earlier this spring). 'I think through the perilous times and the climate that we're living in right now, community support is really vital. Whatever we can do to be of service is important,' model Richie Shazam tells ELLE. According to the ACLU, in the first half of 2025 alone, over 500 anti-LGBT+ bills have been introduced in the United States. She adds of the label, 'This organization operates like a heartbeat in New York, filled with really incredible characters and personalities and people all working with a common goal.' In addition to the celebrity closet sale, from which you can snag archival Jean Paul Gaultier, Marni, Willy Chavarria, Tanner Fletcher, and more, MDHS tapped White Lotus actress Aimee Lou Wood and her sister Emily alongside City Girls rapper JT to design exclusive T-shirts as a part of the brand's Pride Month initiatives. All proceeds of both sales will go directly to the Trans Justice Funding Project. Shazam and Fox's closet items and the Pride Month T-shirts are available online now at
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Yahoo
MDHS investigates EBT skimming cases in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – People across the country and in Mississippi have reported they have been affected by EBT thefts through skimming. 'Skimming happens when you swipe or insert your card, and there's a reader that pulls the information off your PIN number, your card number and your name,' said Mark Jones, Chief Communications Office for the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS). Stolen funds cannot be reimbursed due to federal changes made in December 2024, but Jones said MDHS is actively investigating the cases. 'This hits Mississippi's most vulnerable residents hardest. And so, we want to be able to investigate and root out this type of fraud that is perpetuated against Mississippi's most vulnerable residents,' said Jones. SNAP changes proposed in GOP's 'big, beautiful bill.' Here's what to know He said cardholders should change their pins frequently and be mindful when creating them. 'Don't use a simple pen. Don't use sequential numbers. Don't do one, two, three, four. Don't do one, one, one. Don't use something that is synonymous with your birthdate or even your Social Security number,' Jones stated. Tiffany Williams, who lives in Jackson, said it's discouraging to go through the theft and be told nothing can be done. 'To say y'all can't do nothing, just fill out a form. I mean, that's kind of hurtful and like a slap in the face, like we don't care, you just got to wait another month to get your benefits,' she said. If you believe you have been a victim of SNAP EBT theft, MDHS requests that you call the Mississippi EBT cardholder service center at 1-866-512-5087 to report the card as compromised and create a new PIN. This will deactivate the card and send a new card to the account holder. Customers can learn more about requesting replacement benefits on the SNAP Fraud Benefit Replacement page. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
MDHS chooses Deloitte to upgrade key case management systems
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) awarded a contract to Deloitte Consulting LLP to enhance critical case management systems software that supports both internal and external facing eligibility systems. According to MDHS, the upgrade is designed to significantly improve the flow of information across state agencies' programmatic and support functions, creating a fully integrated solution that enhances operational efficiency and strengthens client service. Deloitte is a market leader when it comes to implementing, maintaining and modernizing systems that support state and federal benefit programs, including SNAP, TANF, Child Care and Child Support. Mississippi creating new OB System of Care to save mothers, babies Deloitte will play a role in the agency's system advancement, focusing on interoperability and collaboration across various programs. Officials said the new system will streamline and consolidate eligibility and case management processes, benefiting both the agency and the clients it serves with more modern interfaces. 'This collaboration signifies our commitment to serving Mississippians more effectively,' said Bob Anderson, Executive Director of MDHS. 'By working with Deloitte, we are taking important steps towards improving our operational efficiency while ensuring that our clients have timely and transparent access to the services they need.' The upcoming upgrade will feature the following enhancements: Seamless service delivery: Support for public assistance programs and social services will be delivered in a more timely, effective, and transparent manner. Improved Efficiency: Workflow and process automation will facilitate single sign-on access tailored to individual roles, enhancing employee productivity. Self-Service Portal: A new self-service portal will enable clients to access their account information, reducing requests for simple information and freeing up staff to concentrate on more critical work. Data Analysis and Program Integrity: Enhanced accessibility to dashboards will improve case tracking and data repository capabilities, ensuring robust program integrity. Enhanced Security: The upgrade will prioritize the confidentiality and integrity of client data, safeguarding sensitive information. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Yahoo
Oktibbeha County woman arrested in SNAP fraud case
OKTIBBEHA, Miss. (WJTV) – An Oktibbeha County woman was arrested in connection to a SNAP fraud investigation. According to the Investigations Division of the Mississippi Department of Human Service (MDHS), Deidre Blair surrendered to authorities on April 24. Benton County woman faces SNAP fraud charge Investigators said Blair received $43,690 in SNAP benefits by not reporting household income accurately to MDHS. The Oktibbeha County District Attorney secured an indictment on April 4. 'This is a great example of collaboration between our investigations team, County offices, District Attorney's office, and local law enforcement,' stated MDHS Inspector General Sandra Griffith. Suspected fraud can be reported to MDHS online at any time by submitting the MDHS Fraud Tip Form at Report Fraud – Mississippi Department of Human Services, calling the Fraud Tip Line at 1-(800)-299-6905, or email at fraud@ Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Yahoo
Benton County woman faces SNAP fraud charge
BENTON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A Benton County woman was arrested on April 23 following a SNAP fraud investigation conducted by the Investigations Division of the Mississippi Department of Human Service (MDHS). MDHS announced that Amanda Lauren Feathers received $18,764 in SNAP benefits by not reporting household income and composition accurately to the agency. The Benton County District Attorney secured an indictment on April 15, 2025, and Feathers later turned herself into MDHS and Benton County officials. Man arrested for stealing DoorDash order from retired Madison County deputy 'This is a great example of collaboration between our investigations team, County offices, District Attorney's, and local law enforcement,' said MDHS Inspector General Sandra Griffith. Suspected fraud can be reported to MDHS online by submitting the MOHS Fraud Tip Form at calling the Fraud Tip Line at 1-(800)-299-6905, or email at fraud@ Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
