Category: Community
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Promotes Good Health with Walgreens and Other Partners during Two-Day Chicago Pop-Up Health Events
The events also marked the beginning of the first Black Sorority’s 69th Boule Part II and 2021 Leadership Seminar CHICAGO — Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® (AKA) traveled to the South Side of Chicago, the home of the organization’s Corporate Office, for a two-day health event filled with COVID-19 vaccinations and testing, mammograms, HIV testing, and a blood…
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NASA Awards $18 Million for Research at Minority Serving Institutions
NASA and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) across the United States are teaming up to bring untapped talent and diverse perspectives to several of the agency’s top priorities: understanding and monitoring global ocean health, returning humans to the Moon through the Artemis program, and helping build a more inclusive workforce. Minority Serving Institutions NASA will…
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Singer/Songwriter Darrell Kelley Releases Newest Album “Take Your Knees Off Our Necks”, In Response to the Police Brutality in America.
ATLANTA — Darrell Kelley had an awesome album release party on August 7, 2021. This was an unforgettable release party — something that you will never forget or imagine in a lifetime. The release party was private and that was done on purpose because he did not want any paparazzi or media to attend; however, Mr. Kelley went…
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First Responders Children’s Foundation Partners With CSX For National Night Out
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT IS AN ANNUAL COMMUNITY-BUILDING CAMPAIGN THAT PROMOTES POLICE-COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS AND NEIGHBORHOOD CAMARADERIE First Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF), the nonprofit organization that provides financial assistance to children who have lost a first responder parent, partnered with CSX, one of the nation’s leading transportation companies to present National Night Out, a community-building campaign…
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Fashion Designers of Latin America Returns to New York Fashion Week LIVE Shows on September 2021
NYFW Will Only Allow Vaccinated Guests to Attend Shows. FDLA will also be requiring proof of vaccination. Fashion Designers of Latin America (FDLA) has announced the official schedule and participating fashion designers for the upcoming FDLA season during New York Fashion Week (NYFW) for its LIVE shows in September. The Fall schedule for SS/2022 FDLA shows will…
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13-Language Asian Vocalist Makes American Music History
First Asian woman considered for prestigious GRAMMY Award categories in three decades SEATTLEÂ — For the first time since the award was presented in 1992, an Asian woman is being considered for GRAMMY Award categories of Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album of the Year and also Best Pop Duo/Group Performance of the Year. K-pop group BTS…
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Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival announce star-studded line-up celebrating Black filmmakers, August 6-14
MARTHA’S VINEYARD, Mass. — The Boston Globe and the Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF) announce the start of a special and star-studded summer film and event series which celebrates and amplifies African American filmmakers and creatives. The 19th annual MVAAFF, held August 6-14, highlights an exceptional program of over 70 original feature films, documentaries and short films produced…
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Black Future Co-Op Fund To Commemorate Black Philanthropy Month Through Virtual Panel Series
SEATTLE — As we enter a new month, the Black Future Co-Op Fund is taking the opportunity to celebrate the legacy of Black giving, while inspiring increased investment in Black Communities during Black Philanthropy Month. The KD Hall foundation joins in this month of recognition. Throughout August the goal is to demystify philanthropy through a virtual…
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Blue Shield of California Provides $500,000 to Increase Diversity in Mental Health Workforce
Investment in Health Career Connection supports new career pathways for 36 interns from diverse backgrounds OAKLAND, Calif. — Blue Shield of California announced $500,000 of support to help train and equip the next generation of diverse mental and behavioral health professionals and leaders throughout the Golden State. The funds will support Health Career Connection’s (HCC) summer internship program for college…
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Hispanic Motor Press Awards 2022 Jury Panel Revealed For The 12th Annual Awards During LA Auto Show
Jurors Evaluate the Top 10 Best New Vehicles for Hispanic Buyers The Hispanic Motor Press Foundation (HMPF) announced today their new panel of judges for the 2022 Hispanic Motor Press Awards (HMPA), the premier independent Hispanic vehicle awards presented in the U.S. recognizing the best new vehicles for Hispanic buyers. Winners will be announced during this year’s LA Auto Show,…