African American News
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Moozii CEO Tiffany Johnson Creates Access to Sustainable Feminine Care and Wellness Products for Women of Color
Meet the founder who is hyper-focused on creating sustainable Feminine care, Wellness and Beauty products for women of color. Tiffany Johnson started Moozii during the pandemic after she became aware that many black women were not aware of sustainable period care products. Moozii is a Feminine... - October 05, 2020 - Moozii
Afrofuturism and the Black Speculative Arts - a Three-Part Virtual Series, 2nd Sundays, 2 pm (PST) October – December 2020
The Afrofuturism and Black Speculative Arts virtual series takes place on October 11, November 8, and December 13, the second Sundays of each month at 2pm (PST), 3pm (MT), 4pm (CST), and 5pm (EST).The October and November portions of the series are roundtable discussions, while the December program is the reading of poetry of an Afrofuturist immersion and is curated. - October 02, 2020 - Kim McMillon, Inc.
Mountain View Advisors to Develop Digital Affordable Housing Underwriting Product to Expand Racial Equity in the Housing Market
Mountain View Advisors, LLC, a progressive “finnovation” consultancy in partnership with the Center for NYC Neighborhoods and Aegis, LLC, will develop a digital affordable housing underwriting platform to improve racial equity and expand home ownership with a grant received from the Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge sponsored by Enterprise Community Partners & Wells Fargo. - September 29, 2020 - Mountain View Advisors, LLC
Statement by Missin Peace in Response to Grand Jury Verdict in the Breonna Taylor Case
Missin Peace released the following statement regarding the Kentucky Attorney General’s decision to indict one police officer connected with the murder of Breonna Taylor: "With heavy sorrow, we extend our hearts to Breonna Taylor’s family and the unsettling number of people still... - September 25, 2020 - Missin Peace
From Universal Studios Home Entertainment's Recently Released Film "Emperor," Star Robert "7" Shannon to Release Music Video for Self-Produced Song "Unification"
Following the long awaited release of "Emperor," produced by Reggie Hudlin and Mark Amin starring Dayo Okeniyi, James Cromwell, Kat Graham, Bruce Dern, Naturi Naughton, Mykelti Williamson and many other all stars, Robert 7 Shannon who played Dangerfield Newby is releasing his debut single and music video "Unification" to take a stand artistically in today's civil unrest. He is also producing content to touch on the issues that plague underserved communities in the form of TV and graphic novel. - September 23, 2020 - RapHead Response LLC
Black Theatre Festival Issues a Worldwide Call for Healing Through the Arts
The Atlanta Black Theatre Festival (ABTF) is pleased to announce its 2020 Theatre-At-Home Experience, a virtual four-day call to connect communities and move the conversation towards healing through the arts. The full schedule includes award-winning performances from all over the world, two town... - September 21, 2020 - Atlanta Black Theatre Festival
Black CEO Reco M. McCambry Pens Book That Addresses Social Justice & Progress for the Black Community
Novae CEO Reco M. McCambry Publishes "THE PLAN" That Strives to Guarantee Social Justice, Progress & True Reparations - September 18, 2020 - Reco M. McCambry
Lancaster Theological Seminary Hires the Reverend Diane A. Bogues as Director of Admissions & Financial Aid
Lancaster Theological Seminary, a 195-year-old graduate school of theology associated with the United Church of Christ, hires the Rev. Diane A. Bogues of Chicago to be director of admissions and financial aid. - September 18, 2020 - Lancaster Theological Seminary
SHOKi Launches Infused Spirit-Free Cocktails
Meet SHOKi, a premium beverage and lifestyle brand of spirit-free cocktail mixers and bar companions, powered by cannabis. - September 17, 2020 - Russian River PR
Tigerlily Foundation Partners with Pfizer on #InclusionPledge to Eliminate Disparities for Black Women Living with Breast Cancer
Tigerlily Foundation announced today that Pfizer, Inc. has joined the #InclusionPledge – an unprecedented initiative focused on diversity, inclusion, and eliminating disparities for Black women living with breast cancer. The #InclusionPledge provides a transparent and tangible framework across multiple healthcare sectors to identify and track equitable actions that will result in measurable and improved outcomes for women of color facing a breast cancer diagnosis. - September 16, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
Scholarships Create Social & Economic Transformation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Humanitarian, Social and Economic Transformation in the DRC - September 15, 2020 - STEM DRC Initiative LLC
State of the Underdog Report Shows Upside for Investors but the Gap is Widening for Underestimated Entrepreneurs to Access Capital
The 2nd Annual State of the Underdog Report 2020 shows there is tremendous potential upside for investors if the barriers faced by underestimated entrepreneurs can be overcome. Underdogs include women, Blacks, Browns, Latinx, LGBTQ, older, differently-abled, non-Ivy League graduates and all others who have been conditioned to believe that entrepreneurial success is not possible for people like them. Promise Phelon, an underdog, highlights the upside for investors and opportunity for founders. - September 10, 2020 - The Growth Warrior
Actors Gary LeRoi Gray and Eugena Washington Cast as Leads of Original Scripted Limited Series, TRACE for New Streaming Service VIM2Tv
The producers, directors, and cast of TRACE, an original scripted limited series, is delighted to announce the addition of actors Gary LeRoi Gray (from The Cosby Show) and Eugena Washington (from American's Next Top Model) to the cast. - September 07, 2020 - VIM Media LLC
New Book by Evenson Dufour: "United Hates of America"
Evenson Dufour is honored to let the public know about his latest work which is titled, "United Hates of America." This book is available on Amazon now. - August 31, 2020 - Evenson Dufour
KIN4LIFE Celebrates Their 21st Anniversary in Music with "I Love KIN4LIFE" Re-Release
On August 28, KIN4LIFE re-released their seminal album "I Love KIN4LIFE" on indie label Artists First Records. The release will kick off a retrospective look at the group's two decades of contributions to the music industry, and in particular, to the visibility of LGBTQ artists. - August 29, 2020 - Artists First Records
Dating Coach to Discuss "Toxic Masculinity" with Young Men in High School and College
Alan Roger Currie, a self-help book author and professional dating coach for single heterosexual men, will soon be collaborating with Katie Koestner who is the nation's leading date-rape & sexual assault prevention activist and Executive Director of the Campus Outreach Services Organization, which provides mentors, counselors, self-help gurus and public speakers for a number of high schools, colleges, and universities all across the United States. - August 19, 2020 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Introducing: Comedian Eddie B.
The Houston native is single-handedly changing the comedy game, tapping into the minds of teachers around the world and selling out major arenas throughout the country in minutes. - August 13, 2020 - Eddie B.
The Mhotep Corporation Declares August 13, 2020 Begins 100 Years of Red, Black and Green
The Mhotep Corporation announces Red, Black, and Green begins the 100th year as the flag of Africans, at home and abroad. Centennial of Red, Black, and Green concludes Friday, August 13, 2021. The company has anticipated historic development for over a decade. Line of Red, Black, and Green themed t-shirts developed by the company, as well as, a 2011 documentary “This Flag of Mine: Towards 100 years of Red, Black and Green” all have been developed to engage, entertain and educate audience. - August 13, 2020 - The Mhotep Corporation
Orumé Hays Elected to Local, State and National Executive Positions
Orumé Hays, CPA, CGMA, MST, has been appointed and elected to national, state and local executive positions. Ms. Hays was appointed as a member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) Private Companies Practice Section (PCPS) executive committee. “PCPS partners with firms of all... - August 04, 2020 - Hays CPA
Author Alan Roger Currie to Release Paperback Version of "The Possibility of Sex"
If there is one man that is well-known for encouraging men to value their non-sexual attention and companionship, it is Alan Roger Currie. Currie is a professional dating coach for single heterosexual men, and he is the author of four paperbacks, four audiobooks, and seven eBooks. Currie is set to finally release a paperback version of his popular book, "The Possibility of Sex" in December. The eBook version was originally published in October 2012 and the audiobook version in November 2014. - August 03, 2020 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Multi-Award Winning Atlanta Staple Soul Asylum Studios Group Launches the 1st 100% Black-Owned Sound Monitor Business Amidst Global Crises
At a critical period globally, we are experiencing the backdrop of #COVID-19, international protests, universal job loss, weak economic reports, possible voter suppression (or interference), and fear, leading to media headlines being dominated by grimness and little hope for the future. - July 31, 2020 - Soul Asylum Studios Group
The Black Women’s Health Imperative & The Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric & Neonatal Nurses Partner to Address Maternal Mortality Among Black Women
Today, the Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI) announced its partnership with the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) to lay the groundwork necessary to develop a patient-centered, values-based implicit bias curriculum that incorporates the lived... - July 29, 2020 - Black Women's Health Imperative
Black Owned Ed Tech Company Empowers Corporations and Communities
Success Training Institute (STI) is leveraging its online soft skills training platform to foster meaningful partnerships in the Direct Sales Industry. - July 27, 2020 - Success Training Institute
Porter Pictures Proudly Announces the Premiere of Edgy Bipolar Drama "Bricked" Across BET Her Network
Porter Pictures, one of Beverly Hills' leading sales and producers services agencies, is proud to announce the BET Her Networks Premiere of their newest title "Bricked," which is going into heavy rotation after successful limited theatrical exhibitions. "Bricked" stars Tracy... - July 22, 2020 - Porter Pictures
Porter Pictures Partners with Gravitas Ventures to Release 9 New Films
Jeff Porter, President of Porter Pictures, one of Beverly Hills' leading indie sales and producer services agencies, recently closed a multi-picture distribution deal with Gravitas Ventures. This deal will incorporate 9 new feature and documentary films from the Porter Pictures Library. These... - July 22, 2020 - Porter Pictures
San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium Teams with Tigerlily Foundation for #InclusionPledge to Ensure Equity for Black Women
Largest scientific conference dedicated solely to breast cancer research and treatment takes #InclusionPledge to improve healthcare equity and access for women of color - July 21, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
Blaqsbi Citi: a New Beacon and Legacy for the Next Generation
Blaqsbi Citi (an Ubuntu Town) is this new beacon and legacy for the next generation. The term Ubuntu is a Nguni Bantu word meaning "humanity" which is often translated as "I am because we are." In a philosophical sense “Ubuntu” is used to mean "the belief in a universal bond of sharing that connects all humanity." - July 17, 2020 - Blaqsbi
Unsung African American Who Fought to Defend the Declaration of Independence Revealed
Extraordinarily rare items reveal that an African American man was the first person to die in The American Revolutionary War. Some of the First to Fight for American Independence were also African American. - July 16, 2020 - Eric C. Caren Collection
Chattanooga Museum Singing Virus Blues Gets Fiscal Boost from Atlanta Company
Bessie Smith Cultural Center Gets Financial Aid from Atlanta’s KaZee - July 16, 2020 - KaZee Inc.
The African American Experience, The Pride, The Prejudice, The Proof is in Sotheby’s NY Current Auction
"The Black Edison," Granville Woods 1880's papers; "Cumbo," The unsung African American patriot who fought for Independence, recognized by a Signer of The Declaration of Independence; Frederick Douglass' fiery eloquence, as expressed in his own 1852 newspaper; and 1930's lynching. 3 centuries of rare and raw Black historical documents, amongst other rare American history, currently at Sotheby's NY, through July 21. - July 15, 2020 - Eric C. Caren Collection
Billboard Hit Recording Artist Fawn Releases Her New Song, "Wait For The Sun" Featuring Debra Wilson and Many Other Celebrities Supporting Black Lives Matter
“Wait For The Sun” is a song about struggling and fighting your way through difficult, dark times. The message of the chorus, “Wait For The Sun” is a reminder to hold on because the sun is going to come out again. A key unifying line is, “let the love remind you we’re one, and wait for the sun.” The music video has a handful of soulful celebrities and people uniting for a spiritual journey into cosmic positivity and change. - July 14, 2020 - Fawn
The Mhotep Corporation Issues Call for The Melanin Convergence: From Maafa to Ubuntu in the Era of the Blessed Generation
The 100th year of Red, Black and Green begins on August 13, 2020. That date was designated "World Melanin Day" in 2016 by The Mhotep Corporation. Marcus Garvey prophesied a "Melanin Convergence" in 1937 when he said, "We are going to emancipate ourselves from mental slavery, for though others may free the body, none but ourselves can free the mind." Are we witnessing the whirlwind of Marcus Garvey? - July 14, 2020 - The Mhotep Corporation
The Citizen Science Lab Launches Cyber Summer Camps for Youth Eager to Learn STEM in Pittsburgh
Dr. Andre Samuel makes the exclusivity of science accessible to children & teens in the community. - July 09, 2020 - The Citizen Science Lab
Peter London Global Dance Company Celebrates 10th Anniversary and Welcomes Kal Gajraj as Executive Director
Miami’s leading multicultural, contemporary dance ensemble, the Peter London Global Dance Company (PLGDC) is celebrating its 10th Anniversary this year and has named Kal Gajraj as its first Executive Director. Mr. Gajraj comes to PLGDC after serving as the Chief Marketing Officer of the... - July 08, 2020 - Peter London Global Dance Company
PAD Task Force Welcomes Society of Interventional Radiology
PAD Task Force urges lawmakers to join Congressional PAD Caucus to advance policies to improve access to screening for at-risk populations and reduce preventable amputations. - July 07, 2020 - CardioVascular Coalition
Unity in the Community: Proactive Event to Facilitate the Change That is Needed in Our Communities
Unity in the Community is a free event with NBA coaches, players, local legends, and others putting on a clinic then games for 9th - 12th graders playing with policemen and firemen as coaches. We believe that it is only when people get to know each other as people rather than by race or occupation, that is when true change will happen. A mentoring program following the event will further solidify relationships, allowing the law enforcement to know the people in the communities where they serve. - July 05, 2020 - Unity in the Community
Forgotten African American "Cumbo," a Son of Slavery Who Fought for the Declaration of Independence
History Unfolds on Paper, Part 8 - July 03, 2020 - Eric C. Caren Collection
KIN4LIFE Releases New Single "Black in Amerikkka" for Independence Day
As a commentary on the true state of race relations in America, hip hop duo KIN4LIFE is releasing the single "Black In Amerikkka" on July 3 for Independence Day via Artists First Records. - July 03, 2020 - Artists First Records
The RBG Countdown and World Melanin Day: 40 Days to the 100th Year of Red, Black and Green on August 13, 2020
The Mhotep Corporation announces the 100th year of Red, Black and Green as the colors of Africans, at home and abroad, begins August 13, 2020. The RBG Countdown to that milestone enters its 50th day on July 4, 2020. The Fourth of July also marks 40 days to #RBG100. August 13 is also designated World Melanin Day. - July 03, 2020 - The Mhotep Corporation
National Association of Seadogs (NAS) Takes a Stand to Join Fight for Racial Justice in Society #BlackLivesMatter
The recent murder of George Floyd is another in a long list of cases of police killing of unarmed black people. It is clear that there is a general lack of value for the lives of our black folk in this country given the record of clear police bias from credible studies*. NAS stands with all well meaning people who want to see systemic changes to assure that being black should not be a crime, and more importantly that Black Lives Matter. - July 02, 2020 - National Association of Seadogs
National Non-Profit Organization Devises One Simple Solution to Resolve Three Complex Challenges: Special Needs Children, City Budgets, and Nonviolent Offenders
A solution to city, county, and state budgets - learn how non-violent offenders can stay out of the system by helping special needs kids through community service. - June 28, 2020 - Reachout America
"YBF POLITICS" (TheYBF.com's New Vertical) Sits Down with Congressional Hopefuls Dr. Cameron Webb and Jaime Harrison
Natasha Eubanks of The YBF Sits Down with VA's history making Democratic pick Dr. Cameron Webb and SC's rising star for Senate Jaime Harrison; Launching the site's new politically focused content vertical "YBF POLITICS." - June 26, 2020 - The Young, Black & Fabulous, LLC (The YBF)
Alternative-Reality Racial Drama "The Other Foot" Movie Enters Pre-Production and Casting
Post-Slavery (Jim Crow Era) White American - Black American Role Reversal - June 24, 2020 - TYME Productions
John Manimas Recommends a Right to Integration
Write-in presidential candidate John Manimas presents his views on racism in America in a five-minute video, entitled JMCamp.pos02racism, on his YouTube channel "primacycinema." - June 23, 2020 - John Manimas Campaign
Seedfunders Launches the Seedfunders Opportunity Fund
Seedfunders, the early-stage investment firm headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, believes Black entrepreneurs matter. To that end, Seedfunders has announced the launch of the Seedfunders Opportunity Fund. The committed capital fund will make pre-seed stage investments in Black-owned startups... - June 22, 2020 - Seedfunders
Melissa B. Receives 2 Nominations in The Josie Music Awards 2020
Billboard charted artist Melissa B. is nominated for a second consecutive year in The 2020 Josie Music Awards. - June 21, 2020 - Melissa B.
100 Years of Red, Black and Green Begins on August 13, 2020
The colors Red, Black and Green begin their 100th year as the symbol of all people of African ancestry. The Mhotep Corporation encourages celebration of the 100th year of RBG. (#RBG100) Date is also designated World Melanin Day since melanin puts the "B" in RBG and the "Black" in Red, Black, and Green. Melanin is worth over $395 a gram more than gold. - June 20, 2020 - The Mhotep Corporation
New Book Offers Christian Singles Godly Insight on Facing Difficult Seasons
Christian singles struggling to walk out their faith in day-to-day living are set to get a dose of encouragement from the new book, "The Good Fight: Victory is Yours." - June 16, 2020 - Shareta Green
Bestselling Author’s New Book Explaining How to End Racism Will be Free June 16-18
In his latest release, Stephen Hawley Martin puts a finger on what he believes to be the root causes of racism and what must be done to end the scourge, and it won’t cost readers anything to find out. The Kindle edition is free to download from Amazon, June 16-18. - June 15, 2020 - The Oaklea Press
New Single "Going In" from Hip Hop Gospel Artist William T. Starzz
Optimus Entertainment Group (OEG) is excited to present the newest artist to its platform, William T. Starzz of Triune Movement Inc. (TMInc.) - June 15, 2020 - Optimus Entertainment Group