Tag: African American Interest
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Prairie State College’s William Berkley Recognized with Annual JV Educational Consultants Award
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. — Prairie State College (PSC) coordinator of Male Success Initiative (MSI) William Berkley recently was recognized with the 2019 Dr. Twitty J. Styles Leadership Award from JV Educational Consultants.
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The Nation’s Largest Track Series For Girls Produces World-Class Athletes and Exceptional Young Women
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Dec. 14-16, 2019 — This weekend’s opening preliminary meet of the Colgate Women’s Games was the first event since the passing of its founder, Fred Thompson. Thompson’s contribution to the sport extended well beyond mentoring and coaching dozens of Olympians and world-class athletes.
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The 2019 DangerMan Hero Awards Show and Concert Celebrates TV’s First Black Superheroes Actors Carl Lumbly and Simone Missick
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — The Fourth Annual DangerMan Hero Award Show and Concert will be super special this year! Among the numerous honorees for the night being acknowledged for their community activism are two celebrated thespians who have portrayed history making superheroes on television.
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Rayah, The Royal Poodle Promotes Gender Equality and Healthy Learning and Working Relationships
ATLANTA, Ga. — Dr. Vickie Cox Edmondson, an academic and management strategist, today announced that she has entered into a partnership with actress, Adrienne Unae to introduce Rayah, The Royal Poodle, LLC. to enhance the career opportunities and influence of girls and women of color.
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Attorney Zulu Ali Discusses On-Air the Cost of Being a Black Lawyer Fighting for Justice
RIVERSIDE, Calif. — Justice Watch Radio, a nationally syndicated radio broadcast airing on WCGO in Chicago, KSHP in Las Vegas, NBC affiliate KCAA in California, and via satellite on the GAB Radio Network; announces the release of an exclusive interview with its founder Attorney Zulu Ali, discussing the cost and consequences of being a black…
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Louisiana Appleseed to Host Community Forum in Alexandria to Address Household Debt
NEW ORLEANS, La. — In June, Louisiana Appleseed released its report, “A Vicious Cycle: How Predatory Lending and Court Fines & Fees Continue to Trap Communities of Color in Debt,” which discusses its findings on financial stability in low-income and communities of color. As a part of a statewide tour to inform communities of these…
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Foundation Created to Continue Legacy of Moses White
TAMPA, Fla. — The Moses White Foundation has been created to improve the quality of life for the underprivileged in Tampa through youth advancement, community revitalization and individual empowerment. Known as a successful business owner throughout Tampa, Moses White was also a famed civil rights leader and community advocate.
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Exploring Black and Afro-Latinx female identity with RESPECT: gallery exhibition, workshops, and discussions
BRONX, N.Y. — The Casita Maria Center for Arts & Education is delighted to announce the opening of “RESPECT,” an exhibition celebrating Black and Afro-Latinx womanhood. The art gallery exhibition and related public programs comprise the Fall season of “CelebrARTE,” Casita Maria’s arts and culture event series celebrating the South Bronx community and the art…
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Louisiana Appleseed to Host Community Forum in Lake Charles to Address Household Debt
NEW ORLEANS, La. — In June, Louisiana Appleseed released its report, “A Vicious Cycle: How Predatory Lending and Court Fines & Fees Continue to Trap Communities of Color in Debt,” which discusses its findings on financial stability in low-income and communities of color. As a part of a statewide tour to inform communities of these…