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Posting on Facebook Is Helping Nonprofits of All Sizes Raise Money
Online giving, donations for charities made through websites and apps, is growing quickly. It rose 17% between 2016 and 2018 to over US$34 billion. Some 8.5% of all U.S. charitable donations, including grants…
Read MoreBlack Organization to Hold Bahamas Hurricane Relief Fundraiser
The UNESCO Creative City of Music in Kansas City will be holding a fundraising benefit on Sunday, October 6th, 2019 from 2pm to 6pm at the Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage and State Museum…
Read MoreImpeaching a President and the Resulting Investigation Has Also Unified Democrats
“An impeachment process is a viable option for the current House of Representatives given that the hearings will force several people in or close to the Trump Administration to testify before Congress under oath,” said D. Gilson, a writer who has taught popular cultural studies.
Read MoreThe Afro Represents Cultural Change Within Black Diaspora
O.D. Threatt makes way for the barber chair. You feel at home as he affixes the bib over your chest. He takes your glasses. He asks the usual question: “Cut it short?” He hasn’t needed to boost the chair upward for at least 50 years.
Read MoreThe Trump Effect — Is This Administration a Present Danger to the Black Psyche?
Vast segments of the psychiatric community, including the editorial staff of Psychology Today, and the eminent Yale psychiatrist Bandy Lee, have expounded on the potential harm on our collective psyche.
Read MoreRural Hospital Closings Reach Crisis Stage, Leaving Millions Without Nearby Health Care
Rural Americans know all too well what it feels like to have no hospital and emergency care when they break a leg, go into early labor, or have progressive chronic diseases, such as diabetes and congestive heart failure.
Read MoreEvidence Continues to Suggest a Link Between Menopausal Hormone Therapy and Breast Cancer
Now a new study, published in the leading medical journal The Lancet, strengthens the existing evidence, and suggests the risks are greater…
Read MoreBlack Americans Face a Greater Risk of Being Victims of Gun Violence; Congress Must Act
The conclusions are clear: Black Americans face a greater risk of being victims of gun violence compared to their peers. The only question that remains is what will be done about it.
Read MoreMy Message to Those Who Would Divide Us – They Will Not Silence Us
In framing the profound impact that organized labor has had on the civil rights movement and why this relationship must be shored up and strengthened at every turn, I wanted to start with Nelson Mandela…
Read MoreDevelop Next Generation of Corporate Leaders – Thurgood Marshall College Fund and Hennessy Partner
The inaugural cohort of Hennessy Fellows is comprised of 10 MBA students from HBCUs, who were recently invited to New York City to engage with executive leaders at Hennessy…
Read MoreIncome Inequality Highest Since U.S. Began Measuring According to Federal Census Data
Federal data released Thursday showed U.S. income inequality in 2018 reached the highest level since the Census Bureau began measuring it five decades ago, a finding that comes less than 24 hours…
Read MoreSince 1796, Congressional Oversight Has Fought to Keep Many Presidents in Check
George Washington, hero of the American Revolution and the country’s first president, in 1796 withheld documents the House of Representatives had requested from him…
Read MoreFounders Established Precedent for Official Removal; Impeachment Is Not the Only Purpose
As Congress moves toward a possible formal impeachment of President Donald Trump, they should consider words spoken at the Constitutional Convention, when the Founders explained…
Read MoreThe History of the Cross and Its Many Meanings over the Centuries
In the fall, Catholics and some other Christian churches celebrate the Feast of the Holy Cross. With the feast, Christians commemorate Jesus Christ’s life, especially his salvific death on the cross…
Read MoreBlack Press Exclusive: Dr. Lonnie Bunch’s African American Museum Dream Fulfilled
During the intimate video-taped interview inside the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the two visionaries also tackled topics that ranged from the Transatlantic Slave Trade…
Read More‘Talk Is Cheap’: Progressives Demand Pelosi Cancel Recess and Vote on Trump Impeachment as Soon as Possible
Demanding that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi back up her announcement of an official impeachment inquiry with decisive action, progressives Tuesday night called on the Democratic leader…
Read MoreFounder of Black-Owned Cultural Center/ Book Store in Atlanta to Launch Free Festival
Kazemde Ajamu has always had his eye – and heart – on bringing Black culture and history to the forefront, especially among the younger generation.
Read More8th Annual Black Natural Hair and Health Expo to Feature Woman With the Largest Afro in the World
This year’s special guest is Aevin Dugas, Guinness World Record Holder of the World’s Largest Afro (Female). Aevin will be there to display her afro and take pictures with the attendees.
Read MoreBlack Naturopathic Doctor Launches International Association for Aspiring Healthcare Entrepreneurs
It’s not often that the healthcare industry acknowledges entrepreneurship. The business of healthcare usually only mentions the doctors, insurance companies and hospitals…
Read MorePeople Are Really Upset About This Black Girl’s Hair in This H&M Ad
Retail giant H&M is once again under fire for using a young Black girl model in one of their ads, but not styling her hair before the photoshoot.
Read MoreNHRMC Smartphone App to Help Patient and Visitors with Wayfinding and More
New Hanover Regional Medical Center has a new free smartphone app designed to make it easier for patients, families and visitors to navigate the healthcare system.
Read MoreDebt Collectors Target Consumers of Color, People Making Less Than $50k
Under the Trump Administration, a consistent and focused deregulation effort has been underway to turn CFPB into a toothless tiger. It’s almost as if CFPB now stands for Corporate Financial Protection Bureau.
Read MoreCongressional Black Caucus Foundation Embraces the Black Press
“Our Annual Legislative Conference is a gathering to develop solutions to the challenges facing black communities around the world through issues forums, brain trusts, a town hall meeting, networking sessions, and more,” said Congressional Black Caucus
Read MoreCartoonist New Book, ‘Just Us!’ Should Have Everyone ‘Laughin’ and ‘Signifyin’
The condition of blacks in America and the 193-page book spotlights Carr’s style of drawing and wit. The book is broken down into nine categories: Obama, GOP, Racism, Crime, Sports, Cops, Youth/Education, and Transition and Entertainment.
Read MoreWhy Is Suicide a Growing Problem in the Black Community?
A June 2019 study conducted by the Journal of Community Health revealed that suicide deaths among black females aged 13 to 19 rose 182 percent between 2001 and 2017, while the rate among black teen males rose 60 percent during that same period.
Read More“Hamilton” Is Highly Entertaining and Historically Provacative
“…the power of “Hamilton” lies in its a diverse cast and the hip-hop flavored storytelling they solidly deliver. Together, they allow patrons to see a far-too-important-but-too-little-known perspective into the birth of the United States.
Read MoreHow Millennials Are Expanding the Gaming Industry
What used to be considered a waste of time and quarters is now a full-blown industry. There is a such a thing as a professional gamer now.
Read MoreAKA Raises $1 Million for HBCUs in One Day, Announces Collaboration with the Black Press of America
“I understand the impact personally that establishing an endowment has on a student’s enrollment and graduation prospects,” Dr. Glover said.
Read MoreNPHC Council of Presidents Announced Strategic Priorities Supporting Viability of the African American Community
The nine historically Black Greek-Lettered Organizations, recently announced its annual strategic priorities that will guide its collective efforts to address systemic issues affecting the viability of the African American community.
Read MoreHot Off The Press “-30-: The End of the News” – Inaugural Issue: The Chicago Defender
Communities, bettered our towns, and held elected leaders accountable through their stories only to then be faced with lay-offs, buy-outs, and closures resulting from big tech siphoning off all the advertising revenue. For the inaugural issue: The Chicago Defender.
Read MoreUNCF’s National College Empower Tour Awarding Thousands in Scholarship Dollars to Local Students
The UNCF (United Negro College Fund) Empower Me Tour (EMT) kicks off this academic year on Saturday, Sept. 21 at Hunter College. EMT is a free, traveling college-and-career-readiness roadshow…
Read MoreCivil Rights Icon Angela Davis Inducted into National Women’s Hall of Fame
At each significant turning point in my life, when I was introduced to the world of progressive political activism, anti-racist prison abolition struggles, when I myself was on the FBI’s 10 Most Wanted List…
Read MoreNation’s Largest Teachers Unions, Others, Prepare for Climate Change Summit
“The Summit will present practical and new measures to speed up the transition from coal to clean energy, and to cut the pollution that is harming our health,” Amina J. Mohammed, the UN Deputy Secretary-General…
Read MoreThe Human and Economic Tool of Gun Violence is Staggering
For instance, in 2017, for the first time, the rate of firearm deaths exceeded the death rate by motor vehicle accidents. Nearly 40,000 people were killed…
Read MoreBlack Women Murdered by Men Are More Likely Killed by Someone They Know with a Gun
Each year the VPC releases this report in advance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October; following the February 2019 expiration of the federal Violence Against Women Act.
Read More“Child of the Dream — a Memoir of 1963” by Daughter of Baseball Legend Jackie Robinson
By Sharon Robinson
“Sharon, I cannot promise you that the passage of any law will eliminate hate. But the laws will give Negroes full citizenship and bring us closer to equality.” Legendary baseball player Jackie Robinson…
N.C. House Completes Bipartisan Redistricting Process to Approve Randomly Selected Computer Generated Maps
The state House approved its own maps on Friday by a bipartisan supermajority vote of 68-42 for 13 of 14 county groupings, and a 60-50 vote on a single grouping considered in a separate vote.
Read MoreFederal Court Blocks Tennessee Law That Restricts Voter Registration Efforts
Judge Aleta A. Trauger issued an opinion granting a preliminary injunction in Tennessee N.A.A.C.P v. Hargett, enjoining a new Tennessee law that threatens criminal and civil penalties on civic engagement organizations that conduct voter registration drives, both informal and formal, at local community events.
Read More11th Annual ASCAP Women Behind the Music Event October 9 in Los Angeles
Artist/Songwriter Victoria Monét, Roc Nation’s Shari Bryant and Capitol Records’ Britney Davis to Be Recognized Annual Event Presented by ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Department Honors Female Leaders in Entertainment LOS ANGELES, September 16, 2019—The American Society of Composers, Authors and
Read MoreMental Health and Wellness for Students of Color: Transitioning to College
Many college students of color report mental health issues–including depression, anxiety and, among some groups, increased risk for suicide–that are not well understood…
Read MoreFayetteville State University Tackles the World of Fraud Informatics
Increasingly, abuse and fraudulent activities proliferate the cyber world. To address this growing concern, Fayetteville State University will host a Fraud Informatics Symposium…
Read MoreAhead of Senate Hearing, Journalism is at the Center of the Big Tech Antitrust Conversation
We are at a crucial time to ensure that big tech’s power is checked and the institutions whose job it is to provide oversight are monitored as well. Without the continued support…
Read MoreAt The Studio at Stage II – Harold and Mimi Steinberg New Play Series at New York City Center
Can you ever really live the life you envisioned? In a mixed race family, a teenaged daughter and her dads are all trying to find happiness. Eisa wants to be the next Lauryn Hill and is struggling to break free…
Read MoreHow Congress Turns Citizens’ Voices into Data Points
No matter why or how people contact their elected officials, they all want one basic thing: They want someone to listen. But what actually happens is something different. As one staffer explained to me…
Read More‘When We Fight, We Win’ – Protesting Wages, 50,000 Auto Workers On Strike
Demanding fair wages, decent healthcare benefits, and their share of General Motors’ “record-level profits,” nearly 50,000 United Auto members went on strike…
Read MoreModern Medicine Can Cure Diseases Even When the Treatments Aren’t Profitable
Strides in medicine have contributed to a dramatic increase in life expectancy over the last century. Diseases like HIV and cervical cancer that were essentially death sentences…
Read MoreBezos Abruptly Cuts Health Benefits for Nearly 2,000 Part-Time Whole Foods Workers
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos on Thursday cut benefits for part-time workers at his grocery chain Whole Foods, drawing criticism from the left for a move that could leave thousands…
Read MoreNCCU PACE Committee Leading the Way With: “A Call to Colors” – GDN Exclusive, Vol. II, Part XXIII
Students are being orientated not only to the importance of voting, and that many of the issues of today do, in fact, affect them, but that they also have a voting precinct on campus…
Read More“How to Be an Antiracist” Understanding Racism and Inequality in Our Society
By Ibram X. Kendi
Kendi weaves an electrifying combination of ethics, history, law, and science with his own personal story of awakening to antiracism. This is an essential work for anyone who wants to go beyond the awareness of racism to the next step…
Fayetteville State University Education Students Work with Cumberland County Schools Specialists
Cumberland County Schools’ 6-12 Mathematics Curriculum Specialists, Yimiya Pearson and Shonette Simmons, conducted a professional development session for Fayetteville State University (FSU)…
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