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Elevate Jacksonville Launches "Thousand Lights Club" to Illuminate the Futures of Duval County's Youth

Elevate Jacksonville, a prominent non-profit dedicated to enriching the lives of urban youth in Duval County, is excited to announce the launch of its "Thousand Lights Club." This campaign offers a remarkable opportunity for individuals and organizations to make a profound impact on the... - November 19, 2023 - Elevate Jacksonville

Award-Winning Gospel Singer, Kim Person, Cracks Top 10 on Billboard Top Gospel Albums Chart with "Speak Life and Live" EP

Announcement celebrating the current EP "Speak Life and Live" lands a Top 10 on Billboard Top Gospel Album chart. - November 10, 2023 - Kim Person/KLP Entreprises

Shabach Enterprise Takes Houston by Storm with the Inaugural Fade To Black Arts Festival

Embark on a week-long arts journey, celebrating creativity, talent, and culture. Immerse yourself in a captivating festival of music, art, and performance. - November 06, 2023 - Fade To Black Arts Festival

Conversations in Color a Black-Led Nonprofit Fostering a Sense of Community

Healing conversations and community engagement can foster thriving, connected and vibrant Black communities that have long been impacted by systemic disparities. The sense of strong social ties and a feeling of belonging can greatly impact the emotional wellness of residents in Black neighborhoods. - November 03, 2023 - Conversations in Color

AAHGS Holds National Genealogy Conference, Oct. 18-21, 2023

The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) held its Annual Genealogy Conference on October 18 – 21, 2023. This year’s conference was held virtually and was entitled, “Hiding in Plain Sight: Recovering the erased stories of our ancestors in the United States and... - October 28, 2023 - AAHGS

AAHGS Announces Their 2023 Book Award Winners

On October 19, 2023 the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) announced their 2023 International Book Award Winners. AAHGS held its Virtual Awards Ceremony during the AAHGS Annual Conference which took place on October 18 – 21, 2023. During that ceremony, the 2023... - October 28, 2023 - AAHGS

AAHGS Announces Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. as 2023 James Dent Walker Awardee

The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) is excited to announce their 2023 National Awardee of the James Dent Walker Award, Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. - October 25, 2023 - AAHGS

Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) Announces Their 2023 National Awardees

The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) is excited to announce their 2023 National Awardees. - October 25, 2023 - AAHGS

MODArts Dance Collective (MADC) Announces Its 2023 Move to Change Dance Festival Presenting Artists

MODArts Dance Collective (MADC) announces its 2023 Move to Change Dance Festival Presenting Artists. Move to Change uses dance as a form of social justice and arts activism through the lens of BIPOC choreographers and dance filmmakers. This hybrid festival consists of live performance and dance films in two different programs over the two day festival. This year’s theme is the word "community" and how groups of people with a common goal or interest can shift the paradigm of a neighborhood. - October 24, 2023 - MODArts Dance Collective, Inc.

Rosemarie K. Witter (RKW) Foundation, Inc. Commemorates 11th Anniversary with Fashion Extravaganza in Aid of Lupus

Style with a purpose. Join Rosemarie K. Witter (RKW) Foundation, Inc. at the MWW Fashion Extravaganza Lupus Fundraiser on October 15th, 4pm-8pm, at Bayview House, Captain Bills. Let's celebrate fashion, compassion, and the fight against Lupus together. Enjoy discount coupons, exclusive perks, and a promotional bag. - October 13, 2023 - Rosemarie K. Witter Foundation, Inc.

Maryland's First Black Film Festival Launched

KA ZARR Entertainment, an award-winning film production company, announced today the launch of the Maryland Black Film Festival (MBFF), the first film festival in Maryland dedicated exclusively to showcasing films that highlight the Black experience. The festival will be held March 4, 2024 in Greenbelt, MD. - October 01, 2023 - KA ZARR Entertainment

Photo Fair Offers Chance to Hold History in Your Hand

Rare, original photos – some 150+ years old – will be featured at Boston event Sept. 30 - September 21, 2023 - The Daguerreian Society

Lather Green Unveils Aloe & Manuka Honey Skincare Collection: Where Skincare Meets Healthcare

Lather Green, the skincare brand founded by two Licensed Pharmacists, announces an exciting new development - the Aloe & Manuka Honey Skincare Collection. Uniting the powerhouse duo of Aloe Vera and Manuka honey, this transformative line challenges conventional skincare norms, propelling self-care into the realm of healthcare. Discover how Lather Green's innovative fusion captivates conscious consumers and aims to sets a new standard for skincare. - September 15, 2023 - Lather Green

Rory Sparrow, Former NBA Player and Executive, Launches the Sparrow Foundation Institute

Former NBA player and accomplished executive Rory Sparrow has announced the establishment of the Sparrow Foundation Institute (SFI), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing clean energy initiatives, promoting sustainability, and empowering underserved communities through education and workforce development. Leveraging his extensive experience in both the sports and corporate worlds, Rory Sparrow is determined to create a lasting impact on communities in need. - September 12, 2023 - Sparrow Foundation Institute

Comms Noire Empowers Health Communicators to Drive Change in Marginalized Communities

Comms Noire presents "Catching Tones," an educational event uniting prominent thought leaders in health communications. The goal is to provide attendees with valuable insights, strategies, and resources that can empower them to create a measurable and positive social impact within black, brown, and BIPOC communities. - September 10, 2023 - Comms Noire

New Bar in Midtown Houston Brings R&B and Hip Hop Vibes to the 25 and Up Crowd

A vibrant addition to the Midtown Houston scene is set to make its grand entrance as Rhythm Bar opens its doors this Labor Day Weekend. Rhythm Bar aims to cater to the acute tastes of the 25 and up demographic, bringing together the best of R&B and Hip Hop in a beautifully renovated historic... - August 29, 2023 - Rhythm Bar

Black Business Association Presents Black Business Day Empowerment Fair in Partnership with U.S. Bank, KJLH, and the County and City of LA

In partnership with U.S. Bank, KJLH 102.3 FM, L.A. County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, Supervisorial District 2, and L.A. City Councilwoman Heather Hutt, Council District 10, the Black Business Association is excited to host a celebration of achievement, resilience, and community collaboration is... - August 17, 2023 - Black Business Association

Introducing Cultured Health: Empowering Wellness Through Cultural Connection

Cultured Health, formerly known as Culturd, is proud to announce its transformative evolution from an innovative platform to a groundbreaking movement in the health and wellness industry. Founded by husband-and-wife team Sue-Ellen Anderson-Haynes, RDN, and Michael Haynes, Cultured Health was inspired by their profound belief in the power of nutrition and cultural connections to drive positive health outcomes. - August 16, 2023 - Cultured Health

Lawrence "LAW" Watford's New Movie Shadow Acting Has Only One Agenda: Honesty

LAW Watford seems to have an affinity for making movies about socially relevant events, but while his previous projects explored the highly charged political subject of race, with Shadow Acting the filmmaker turns his attention to another front of the culture wars - the gender war. - August 15, 2023 - Lawville Solutions

ZeroWater and CEHN Join Forces to Support “Climate Change & Children’s Health Month”

This July, ZeroWater is proud to support the Children's Environmental Health Network (CEHN) in their mission to protect children from environmental health risks. As part of Plastic Free July and Climate Change & Children's Health Month, CEHN is leading community conversations on the... - July 28, 2023 - ZeroWater

Maryland Jury Awards $20.3 Million Against Drugstore Giant Rite Aid in False Imprisonment, Assault & Battery Case

A Maryland jury has delivered a verdict against Rite Aid for more than $20 million due to injuries sustained by a young Black woman who was held against her will by a Rite Aid pharmacist while acting in his employee capacity. The verdict includes punitive damages against Rite Aid for $20 million... - July 26, 2023 - Lawrence Whittaker PC

Emmanuel Katto's "Emka Foundation" to Make a Continuous Positive Impact in the Life of Unprivileged Children

Africa is a continent which is rich in minerals, in which Uganda is a beautiful country but consists of deprived children. Emmanuel Katto through his “Emka Foundation” thrives to uplift the life of these children in various ways such as by ensuring the basic amenities of life such as food, health and education. - July 21, 2023 - Emka Foundation

D.O.P.E. - High-End Collectibles Brand Dedicated Exclusively to Black Icons Series 1 Launch

Depicting Our Peoples Excellence (D.O.P.E.), the first company to celebrate heroes from Black culture through high-end scale collectibles launches with two Black icons from American history - Bass Reeves and Stagecoach Mary. - July 17, 2023 - Go Hero

The Atlanta Black Beauty Expo Summer Show is on the Way

The Atlanta Black Beauty Expo is scheduled for August 6, 2023 from 10am-6pm and will feature various experiences in black fashion and beauty. - July 10, 2023 - Black Beauty Expo

Let's Be Onyx: A New Creative Think-Tank Shaping the Future of Pop-Culture

Let's Be Onyx, is a new cutting-edge powerhouse collaboration of five accomplished entities, all with a rich history of pop-culture success. Sharing vision and decades of collective experience, Let's Be Onyx will create unique pop-art collecting experiences and provide services to talented emerging... - July 06, 2023 - Go Hero

Winners of Left Turn Village’s “Freedom Rhymers” Juneteenth Edition Poetry Contest

On June 15, Left Turn Village (L.T.V.) partnered with C. Neptune Darby Consulting Services, Inc., Veronica Marshall, and Joseph Graham Jr., to launch its inaugural Freedom Rhymers Poetry Contest and Open Mic just in time for Juneteenth, sponsored in part by Creatifshere, LLC. The “Freedom... - June 20, 2023 - Left Turn Village

NCBCP and CAU Brought Together 150 National and State Leaders for the Inaugural Southern Organizing Leadership Convening and Official Launch of TWD, Jr. Institute

In response to the widespread attacks on our rights, freedoms & democracy, the convening brought together an intergenerational group of leaders representing civil rights, faith, labor, education, business, environmental, LGBTQ+, youth and social justice movements to strategize on countering racial, economic & systemic assaults on Black Americans and preparing for the 2024 Presidential Election Cycle in The South and nationally. - June 19, 2023 - NCBCP

Brent Jones Hits #1 on Billboard - "Nothing Else Matters"

Hit single celebrates over 40 weeks atop music charts. - June 01, 2023 - JDI Entertainment

Brent Jones is #1 Gospel Song in the Country - "Nothing Else Matters"

Brent Jones hit single is #1 this week on Billboard's Mediabase Gospel Chart - May 23, 2023 - JDI Entertainment

KelMed Launches Innovative Web and Mobile App for Convenient and Accessible Healthcare Services

KelMed, a start-up provider of virtual healthcare solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its revolutionary web and mobile app. The platform offers patients a convenient and accessible way of receiving healthcare services from the comfort of their homes or offices. - May 16, 2023 - KelMed

Atlanta University Center Consortium (AUCC) Honors Cisco with Corporate Legacy Award

The additional $300K donation will support student scholarships and internships for Atlanta University Center students and opportunities in the Dual Degree Engineering Program. - May 15, 2023 - Atlanta University Center Consortium

Reduce Stress, Anxiety, and Improve Mental Health with Ron Henderson, the Fitness King's New Book "Activate Your Inner Shark"

Solutions for Youth Violence. - May 11, 2023 - Fitness King Inc.

Sugar Sugar™ Pushes Into Busy Beltway

Another Multi-Unit Agreement, this time in Maryland and Texas, will very soon bring the buzz concept to the Maryland suburbs. - May 10, 2023 - Sugar Sugar

Calling All Animal Lovers: Safari Bob's Endangered Twin Ring Tailed Lemurs to Make Their Public Debut at Mandalay Farms Event

Professional Model and philanthropist Karin Taylor, is hosting a not to be missed fundraiser at Mandalay Farms on Saturday, May 20,2023 in Jupiter. Safari Bob’s will be donating encounter time at the event with their twin Ring Tailed Lemurs to help raise money for the farm’s mission to provide unique experiences and education for displaced/disadvantaged youth. - May 10, 2023 - Safari Bob's

Joe Madison Receives the American Red Cross Harriman Award for Exemplary Volunteer Service

The American Red Cross is proud to announce that Joe Madison has been unanimously chosen to receive the prestigious Harriman Award for Exemplary Volunteer Service. The award is the highest recognition of volunteer service within the organization. "We crown Mr. Madison volunteer... - May 05, 2023 - Joe Madison

Wine + Culture Festival Hosts at Underground Atlanta with Major Sponsors

The Wine & Culture Festival, hosted by The Hue Society, is back with its 5th annual festival. The Wine & Culture Festival is the most inclusive wine festival dedicated to consumer education, brand awareness, industry advancement, and cultural experiences through the Black lens. - April 26, 2023 - The Hue Society

Summary of Criminal Law and Procedure in the US in Swahili

“Summary of Criminal Law and Procedures in the United States” is an informative resource that provides a brief overview of the criminal justice system, including the court system, and legal procedures. It also includes information on criminal offenses and their associated penalties, as well as important legal terms and concepts. The booklet has been translated into Swahili to better serve refugees and immigrants from Swahili-speaking countries. - April 26, 2023 - Mucyo Balinda

Arthur L. Murphy Sr.’s New Book, “American Civil War Era in a Nutshell and African Americans Diaspora,” is a Fascinating History of African Americans’ Impact on Warfare

Recent release “American Civil War Era in a Nutshell and African Americans Diaspora,” from Newman Springs Publishing author Arthur L. Murphy Sr., is an extensively researched account of African American history from the involuntary displacement and enslavement of African people through the Civil War. - April 21, 2023 - Newman Springs Publishing

Philadelphia Singer Josephine Sincere Returns with a New Single

After a long hiatus, the soulful singer-songwriter is back with a remake of Kate Bush's classic, "This Woman's Work." - April 05, 2023 - The Performance Lab No 33

AFA By Lady A Foundation Donates Laptop Computers to Local Dallas Middle School Students

Ten hardworking 8th grade top scholars from Dr. Frederick Douglass Todd, Sr. Middle School, formerly known as Sarah Zumwalt Middle School, in Dallas Texas, were selected based on their high achieving GPAs (consisting of both athletes and non-athletes who are excelling in academics despite their... - April 01, 2023 - AFA By Lady A Foundation

Hemanext Partners with Sickle Cell Disease Association of America and OneBlood to Support Blood Drive in Miami Gardens

NFL Linebacker Markus Golden Joins Forces for an Inspiring #Donate4Diversity Blood Drive on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Walmart Supercenter Parking Lot, 19501 NW 27th Ave., Miami Gardens, FL - March 30, 2023 - Hemanext

Author Rodney Harris’s New Book, "Birth Defect Identity Lost by Design," is About the Deliberate Destruction of the Black Family and Some of the Ways It Was Done

Recent release “Birth Defect Identity Lost by Design,” from Page Publishing author Rodney Harris, is an informative work that discusses the laws and policies designed to keep the Black family in a place that will not allow it to grow to greatness. - March 22, 2023 - Page Publishing

Afritalent Agency Presents Nollywood Blockbuster "Kanaani" in Partnership with Tola Olatunji Films

"Kanaani," the highly anticipated movie from Tola Olatunji, explores the triumphs of young love, choices, and the agony of human trafficking. - March 21, 2023 - Afritalent Agency

Patrick Henry College Announces 2023 Commencement Speaker Dr. Ben Carson

On Saturday, May 6, renowned pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Ben Carson will be delivering the Commencement Address to the class of 2023 at Patrick Henry College (PHC). “Our nation’s history is filled with men and women who have led with humility and excellence,” says PHC President,... - March 18, 2023 - Patrick Henry College

Author Curtis Hardison’s New Book, "Griot: The Evolution of Edgecombe," Explores Twelve Generations Descended from Enslaved Africans & the Rural Community They Created

Recent release “Griot: The Evolution of Edgecombe: A Historical Perspective,” from Newman Springs Publishing author Curtis Hardison, is a captivating historical account that details the creation of two rural, neighboring farming communities settled and developed by descending generations of three formerly enslaved Africans. - March 10, 2023 - Newman Springs Publishing

Historian to Talk About Slavery in Eastern Connecticut

Dr. Stark talks about his new book, "The Myth and Reality of Slavery in Connecticut," recently published by The Connecticut Press. - March 09, 2023 - The Connecticut Press

The 23rd African American Women in Cinema Virtual Film Festival is Pleased to Announce the “AAWIC Trailer of the Year Award”

Filmmakers/Webisode/Content Creators will have the opportunity to submit their trailer for an opportunity to win AAWIC’s Trailer of the Year Award Sponsored by Biggs-v-Biggs and supported by SoundSurf.com and the Independent Film School. - March 07, 2023 - AAWIC

Millions Allocated to Start 3,000 Black Businesses Challenge Through the Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce