African American News
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Alan “AP” Powell and Grand Canyon University Chosen for 53rd Whitney M. Young Awards
On May 12th, 2017 at the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa, the 53rd Annual Whitney M. Young Jr Awards Dinner will showcase two amazing forces of change in our community: Alan "AP" Powell and Grand Canyon University. This annual event recognizes individuals and corporations who have exhibited genuine concern for the community. The award is giving to those whose everyday actions exemplify the principles for which Whitney M. Young, Jr. stood. - April 04, 2017 - Greater Phoenix Urban League
Beauty Bakerie Cosmetics Brand to Celebrate Grand Opening of Flagship Store in San Diego
Grand opening weekend event April 21-23 to feature giveaways and special guests including Instagram sensation Haley Wight, Ashley Rosales, and more. - March 29, 2017 - Beauty Bakerie Cosmetics Brand
Family Agriculture Resource Management Services (F.A.R.M.S.) Receives Grant from the Million Dollar Round Table Foundation
F.A.R.M.S. is proud to announce MRDT as one of their new funding partners. - March 27, 2017 - Family Agriculture Resource Management Services (F.A.R.M.S.)
Made Media Group Announces Launch of Achievements in Black Austin
Made Media Group, an affiliate to AMC Publishing, LLC announces the launch of Achievements in Black Austin; print edition. The first installment of a series of multimedia products aimed at telling the stories of countless influential and instrumental African Americans who call Austin, Texas home. https://youtu.be/-vxORJ9jxtw - March 23, 2017 - AMC Publishing, LLC
Northern Virginia Urban League to Honor Community Leaders at Annual Awards Gala
The Northern Virginia Urban League (NVUL) will host its 27th Annual Community Service and Scholarship Awards Gala on Friday, April 28, 2017 at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner, 7920 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, VA at 7:00 p.m. The theme is “Celebrating Champions in Our Community.” The... - March 22, 2017 - Northern Virginia Urban League
New Harbor Press Proudly Announces "God's Presence the Missing Something"
Dr. Amilliah Kenya exhorts believers and non-believers saying "God's design is for man to enjoy His fellowship and presence. God wants to dwell with you; to love, to guide, to protect, and to provide for your daily needs. A life devoid of the presence of God is a life of struggles, challenges, and many mistakes. It is a life of inconsistency, faithlessness, and unfruitfulness. God's presence is the missing something in lives, homes, and society today." - March 21, 2017 - New Harbor Press
Musician Salif Keita to Perform Benefit Concert for Albinism at Fillmore Silver Spring
Salif Keita, the legendary Malian musician known as the "Golden Voice of Africa" will take the stage at LiveNation’s Fillmore Silver Spring venue for the very first time on Sunday April 9th, 2017 at 7pm. For Keita’s fans, the concert will be a rare and unique opportunity to... - March 17, 2017 - The Salif Keita Global Foundation
David Sheehan's "AND THE WINNERS ARE 2017." The Oscar Race Fever - Then and Now. The 25 Most Famous Winners Speak Out!
Streaming launches tonight. - March 10, 2017 - Hollywood Close Ups, Inc
Award Winning Author Elle Klass, Releases Bestselling Novel; Set in Historic North Florida
Escape into the fantastical world, both fact and fiction where supernatural creatures battle between light and dark; written by a twenty year North Florida resident. Elle Klass lives in North Florida. St. Augustine is not only her favorite U.S. city but a playground for the paranormal; loaded with ghost stories and now other supernatural creatures. She uses actual locations and includes pictures. - March 10, 2017 - Elle Klass
Businessman Stephen L. Hightower Announces Campaign to Connect African American Youth with National Parks
Campaign Builds on the Success of the Every Kid In A Park Initiative - March 10, 2017 - Stephen L. Hightower
General Electrodynamics Corporation Finalizes Deal with Aerotechnic Industries in Morocco
In a move that signals maturity for its AN60Z platform, General Electrodynamics Corporation announced the finalization of a deal with Aerotechnic in Morocco that will see Aerotechnic acquire a set of GEC’s low profile aircraft scale system. While terms of the deal remain confidential, the... - March 03, 2017 - General Electrodynamics Corporation
Racism and Sexism in America: Verdadism Exhibition at Women's Rights National Historical Park
Women’s History Month Exhibition at Women's Rights National Historical Park features Soraida Martinez’s historically significant Verdadism paintings on racism and sexism. - February 28, 2017 - Artist Soraida
Iconic Television Actress T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Officially Joins Cast on Seeso’s “There’s...Johnny”
After making us laugh for so many years, iconic television actress T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh is gracing the small screen again in a starring role on Seeso’s new, straight to series production, “There’s...Johnny.” Created by Paul Reiser (Mad About You) and David Steven... - February 15, 2017 - T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh
Black History Month USA Salutes President Obiang
The purpose of Black History Month USA is to expand America's commemoration in February by highlighting one African country every year for 365 days. - February 15, 2017 - GC Media
FLOD Spotlight Magazine: Artwork of Ajamu Walker, Social Canvas - Black Wall Street
FLOD Spotlight: Arts & Entertainment, Community & Philanthropy, Food, Style & Fashion, Sex & Relationships, Health, Finance, Politics, Travel & Spirit - February 14, 2017 - FLOD Spotlight Magazine
More Couples Have Become Intrigued by the BDSM Lifestyle
Do you know what it means to be a "Dom" or a "Sub"? What about a "Switch" or a "Flexible"? The BDSM Lifestyle has now become more mainstream thanks to popular movies such as "Secretary," "Fifty Shades of Grey," and the upcoming sequel "Fifty Shades Darker." Dating Coach and BDSM & Polyamory Advisor, Alan Roger Currie offers a "BDSM 101" introductory course for women and couples who are interested in exploring the world of erotic domination and submission, and kinky and fetish-oriented sex lives. - February 10, 2017 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Robin Hood Donors Volunteer for Annual HOPE Count of New York City’s Homeless Population
The Robin Hood Foundation pulled together its community of donors to support fellow New Yorkers. The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation was privileged to offer a helping hand as Robin Hood volunteers for the annual Homeless Outreach Population Estimate (HOPE). - February 09, 2017 - The Chauncey F. Lufkin III Foundation
New Music Group Kicks Black History Month with a Bang
In celebration of Black History Month, We Here Now Music Group, LLC officially launched and signed their first artist, on February 1, 2017. Combining a love of music with a lifestyle of professionalism, Amandla “DOLE” Lassiter and T’Mil Curtis decided to do a collaboration thus... - February 03, 2017 - We Here Now Music Group, LLC
New Africa Media, a Book Publisher Solely Focused on African Authors Launches in New York City. Authors Invited to Submit Manuscripts for Consideration.
New Africa Media, a Book Publisher solely focused African Authors launches in New York City. New Africa Media Publishers has been officially launched in New York City, the capital of book publishing. New Africa Media is a global publishing house exclusively representing African leaders, artists,... - January 25, 2017 - New Africa Media Publishers
Local Businessman to Appear on Season Two of CNBC's "Blue Collar Millionaires"
Middletown Native Stephen L. Hightower and His Business Hightowers Petroleum Co. to be Featured on January 25th at 10PM ET/PT of CNBC’s Hit Show. - January 22, 2017 - Stephen L. Hightower
Season Two of CNBC's "Blue Collar Millionaires" Continues January 25th with Ohio Businessman
Energy Entrepreneur and American Inspiration Stephen L. Hightower to be Featured in a Half Hour Expose; His Struggle and His American Dream. - January 21, 2017 - Stephen L. Hightower
The Most Prestigious Awards for African and African Diaspora Cinema
The 13th Africa Movie Academy Awards - Know More About the Most Prestigious Film Awards for African Cinema; The most prestigious film awards for Africans across the world “The Africa Movie Academy Awards,” is one of the most awaited film events in the continent. Interested filmmakers shall be able to submit their films in various categories. - January 16, 2017 - Africa Movie Academy Awards
Kweli Wireless is Preparing to File for Their FCC 214 Authorization. They Are Poised to Becoming the First Major Black Owned Wireless Service Provider in America.
Kweli Wireless' primary target is ethnic-based. There are 43 million black Americans, 50 million Latino Americans and a few million Native Americans, when you add in pop culture the numbers run over 100 million people as a potential subscriber base. About 2/3 of their base are at least 16 years old or older. Some of them use more than one device or service. Kweli is projecting they will register at least 10% of their base and become a billion dollar corporation within their first two years. - December 18, 2016 - Kweli Wireless
Little Brown Girl Helps Father Figures Send an Empowering Message to the Young Girls in Their Lives
Beginning as a poem penned on a napkin, Little Brown Girl has grown into a full-blown children's book project. The inspiration for this project came directly from the birth of Brian Lawrence's daughter Nile. He knew he would read to his daughter, and wanted the first words he read to her to set the... - December 06, 2016 - Little Brown Girl Book
OWN TV's Actress Kendra C. Johnson Hosts the 25th Annual "Double Dutch Holiday Classic" at the World-Famous Apollo Theater
The Super Bowl of Double Dutch celebrates their 25th Annual Double Dutch Holiday Classic with competing teams from across the globe including the U.S., France, Japan, Morocco and more countries. - November 21, 2016 - 25th Annual Double Dutch Holiday Classic
High School Speaker's Bureau at Brooklyn Community Services Inspires At-Risk Students to Achieve Success Over Adversity
The Speaker's Bureau at Brooklyn Community Services Brooklyn High School for Leadership and Community Service celebrates 4th Anniversary motivating at-risk transfer students. The speakers are Brooklyn notables who have overcome obstacles and hardships in their life to get where they are. They share advice with students on how to achieve over adversity. - November 17, 2016 - Brooklyn Community Services
Celebrating One Year of Sex, Scandal, and Guilty Pleasure, Short Story Site Alluring Readers by the Thousands
Appealing to Its Readers' Sexual Desires, The Carrington Diaries is Offering Up Addictive Tales of Seduction - November 06, 2016 - The Carrington Diaries
On a Mission of Civiliti ... See Things Differently... People Equally
With a uniquely new "self-sustainable" business model, Civiliti launches its Indiegogo Campaign today utilizing EcoArt to support environmental sustainability and human rights non-profits directly. African masks and sculptures, photography, painting, music and other original artisan works... - November 02, 2016 - Civiliti Corporation
Party Like It's 1995 with DOPER THAN DOPE 2 at Spiderhouse Ballroom
DOPER THAN DOPE, the live 90s themed sketch show produced by Base Reality Productions and Heckle Her, returns with another high-energy comedy show at the Spiderhouse Ballroom. - November 02, 2016 - Heckle Her
Sheriff Jewell Williams Receives National Guard and Reserve “Above And Beyond” Honors
Philadelphia Sheriff Jewell Williams awarded for going Above and Beyond the law to support hire veterans, support National Guard reservists. Award presented by Major General Wesley E. Craig Jr., on behalf of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). 12% of Philadelphia Sheriff Deputies are veterans. - November 01, 2016 - Office of the Sheriff of Philadelphia
Actress Shares Tips for Student Success on the Stage of Life
Actress Angela Ray’s New Book of Leadership Lessons Gives Student Leaders a Peak Behind the Curtain and Shares Real-Life Lessons for Success - October 29, 2016 - Angela Ray
New Children's Book Sparks Curiosity and Encourages Interest in STEAM Subjects
"Ms. Pearl Makes a Discovery" is a new children’s book designed to encourage curiosity and get children excited about learning! Readers will witness the adventures of Ms. Pearl and her animal friends, who all have a special interest in either science, technology, engineering, arts or math. Together, they explore the fascinating world of STEAM while inspiring the reader to recreate some of the amazing experiments performed in the book. - October 24, 2016 - Christina Washington
Mentor Empowers Teens to Live Above Bullying, Drama and Societal Pressure in New Book
Rasheda Kamaria Williams, an award-winning mentor and chief empowering officer for Empowered Flower Girl, explores how girls and young women can use their personal power to make a difference in her new book, “Be EmPOWERed: How to Live Above & Beyond Life’s Drama.” Written for and inspired by girls, “Be EmPOWERed” is an interactive guidebook and journal packed with inspirational prose, thought-provoking questions and written activities. - October 14, 2016 - Empowered Flower Girl LLC
Milwaukee Nonprofit Receives Funding from U.S. Department of Justice to Help Young Dads Beyond the Bars as They Transition Back Into Society
The Center for Self-Sufficiency (CFSS) announced today that it is the recipient of an innovative grant from the United States Department of Justice that will help young Milwaukee dads successfully transition back into the community. - October 07, 2016 - Center for Self-Sufficiency
Le'Andria Johnson Stars in Spare The Rod Spoil The Child at The Lincoln Theatre in Washington, DC
Produced by Dr. Mildred Summerville Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child focuses on taboo issues that are often ignored in the Black Community. “Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child speaks to all ages,” said Shirley Caesar, gospel legend and 2016 recipient of a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. “I was particularly amazed to see young people so accurately depicting what our youth are going through. Everyone should see this exceptional play. Your life will never be the same." - October 06, 2016 - Summerville Productions
Mamma Mia Movie Star Wins Award for Action Short
Philip Michael is gaining very strong credibility both as an action Star and Fight Coordinator. With his first self action/stunt coordination where he also plays the outstanding superstar, he is making incredible leaps in the industry. This release is just one indication as he wins Best African American for Control. Written and directed by N.G. Bristow. - September 28, 2016 - Philip Michael
Calling Horse Artists - The Horse Juried Online Art Competition for September 2016
Focus Point Shape International Online Art Gallery announces The Horse Juried Online Art Competition for the month of September 2016. 2D artists from around the globe are called upon to make online submissions for inclusion into the Gallery's October 2016 online group Exhibition. This Competition is for Collage, Watercolor, Mixed Media, Oils, and Acrylic media. Deadline for Receiving Entries....September 30, 2016 - Midnight; Enter Online. - September 21, 2016 - Focus Point Shape International Online Art Gallery
Edward Redd Named President of Dotta Foods International
Dotta Foods International, a global manufacturer and importer of preserved and frozen vegetables, fruits, olives, oils, and innovative value added specialty items from Europe and South America, today announced that Edward Redd has assumed the position of Company President effective August 1, 2016. - September 09, 2016 - Dotta Foods
PM Fragrances: Changing the Way Notes Are Played in Perfumery
The first self-taught, female niche perfumer of color from Texas is taking her guests on fragrant dates by way of Eau de Parfums, room sprays and aromatherapy diffuser blends. - September 02, 2016 - PM Fragrances
Chart Topping Soul-Funk-Blues Band Become Top Nominees for 2016 Native American Music Awards
WI Blues Chart Toppers, The GroovaLottos are nominated for "Best Pop Recording" of 2016 by NAMA, and they need your vote. Public Voting Now Open. - August 22, 2016 - TheGroovaLottos
Atlanta Artist Corey Barksdale Selected as Muralist for Dr. King Monument Project Funded by Georgia Tourism Product Development Grant
Dublin Downtown Development Authority and Visit Dublin GA announced today that Corey Barksdale, a nationally recognized Georgia artist, has been selected as the muralist for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - August 16, 2016 - Corey Barksdale
Vegan Soulfest
A celebration of culture and vegan living. - August 05, 2016 - The Land of Kush
Natural Hair Care & Repair for African American Women
Women suffering with hair loss and missing edges now have a product that's all natural to help repair and regrow damaged hair and edges. - July 17, 2016 - Nor-AHS
The Deele, the Band That Launched Superstar Careers and Influenced a Generation, Launches Mobile Fan Club on Privi
Band reunites to reach a new generation of fans. - July 09, 2016 - Privi
Kim Coles to Host the Groundbreaking Inaugural Indie Author Legacy Awards (IALA)
On Saturday, June 18, 2016, Purposely Created Publishing Group will present its inaugural Indie Author Legacy Awards (IALA) at the DoubleTree Hotel – Baltimore North in Pikesville, MD at 6:00 p.m. (EST) sponsored by Black Enterprise, Women of Power Summit. Comedian/actress/author/motivational... - June 17, 2016 - Purposely Created Publishing Group
hussi.e. The Movie: "Can Ugly Ever be Pretty?"
The movie, hussi.e. examines the cruelty inflicted upon dark skinned girls, habitually deemed as less than worthy within the African American culture. The leading character, Desadier (Porsha Ferguson), is thrust into a relentless and profound journey of self-discovery. - June 11, 2016 - HFL Productions
Eta Nu Sigma Brooklyn & Queens Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated in Partnership with the Bedford YMCA Presents Swim1922 /Water Palooza
The USA Swimming Foundation raises funds to support programs that save lives and build champions in the pool and in life. USA Swimming Foundation works to increase swim participation and decrease drowning rates in the community. - June 08, 2016 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated
WOMB, INC. Sponsors Its 2016 Sisters Sharing Convocation Opening with The Consecration of Bishop-Designate Dr. Barbara E. Austin Lucas on July 15, 2016
In its second decade of ministry, Women Organizing, Mobilizing and Building, Inc. (WOMB, Inc.) convenes the 2016 Sisters Sharing Convocation on Friday, July 15-Sunday, July 17, 2016 at the Princeton Marriott at Forrestal in Princeton, NJ. This year's convocation opens with the Consecration Service of Bishop-Designate Dr. Barbara E. Austin Lucas as the First Woman Bishop of the Dunamis Covenant Connection (DCC) under the leadership of Arch Bishop Robert Joel Rochford, Sr. - June 06, 2016 - Women Organizing, Mobilizing & Building, Inc.
MIPR Holdings LLC Announces Formation of Cannabis Investment Division
With this new service, MIPR closes the gap for investors seeking strong growth opportunities. - June 06, 2016 - Heroic Media Group, LLC
CD Release: Andre Akinyele Releases New Electrifying R&B/Hip-Hop Album "The Unauthorized Playlist" on Orange River Records June 3, 2016
Orange River Records will release Andre Akinyele's forthcoming album featuring the hit songs "After Dark," "Alright Tonight," "Keep Movin': Who's on the Telephone," and "Up" - June 01, 2016 - Orange River Records