Category: the Bridge
Bridging the gap between race, gender, philosophies… leading to understanding!
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Florida #23 Congressional Candidate Supports Economic Hub-Zones for Black-Owned Businesses In Celebration of Juneteenth
Since the Civil War, 157 years has passed with Blacks and Whites finding common ground to eradicate the roots of racism, but more needs done targeting poverty. …they {Black community] do get the short end of the stick in some areas like education, judicial and the economic environment that impacts living standards, let alone self-worth…
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Converge Media Recognized with Highest Honor at NW Emmy Awards
Acclaimed and trusted news outlet uplifts, strengthens, and amplifies black voices SEATTLE /PRNewswire/ — Seattle based and Black-owned media powerhouse, Converge Media, received the coveted Governor’s Award on Saturday night during the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) Northwest annual ceremony. The Governor’s Award, reserved for special recognition outside of the Chapter’s regular awards structure, is…
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Celebrating 30 years: The Nissan Foundation awards $848,000 in grants to nonprofits sharing unique cultural perspectives
For 30 years, the Nissan Foundation has supported educational programs that promote a greater appreciation and understanding of America’s diverse cultural heritage. The Nissan Foundation to award $848,000 in grants to 33 nonprofits that inform, inspire and celebrate diversity As part of its 30th anniversary commemoration, the Nissan Foundation has profiled the impact of grantees…
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Why does the Black Community Oppose the Menthol Ban?
Many in the social justice community and Menthol Is Not A Crime are opposed to the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) proposal to ban menthol-flavored and other flavored cigarettes. Since 85% of menthol smokers are Black, at first glance, this might seem like a good way to curb smoking-related health issues, but the unintended consequences…
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HOUSE OF FIRST PARTNERS WITH THE PAINTED HOUSE ON NEW NFT PROJECT “BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL”
The NFT launchpad platform, House of First, has announced a new partnership with The Painted House, co-founded by Ja Rule (Rapper, Actor & Entrepreneur) and business partner Herb Rice. The platform was launched alongside an impressive group of Founding Collaborators with the mission of supporting and uplifting artists and creators of color, while encouraging dialogue and empowerment across…
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U.S. Employees Returning to the Office are ‘Greener’ Than When They Left at the Start of the Pandemic, Essity Survey Finds
Amid a heightened war for talent, employees say they want employers to make eco-friendly practices a priority, according to new research by the global hygiene and health leader PHILADELPHIA, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — U.S. employees have high expectations for green office spaces and expect more eco-friendly practices from their employers, according to new research released today…
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H&M USA Celebrates Pride 2022 with Continued Support of The Trevor Project and Chosen Family Campaign
PRNewswire/ — This June, H&M launched its new “My Chosen Family” global campaign in support of the LGBTQIA+ community and Pride. The campaign focuses on the concept of non-biological families, which play an essential role for many people in the LGBTQIA+ community. Through its various partnerships and support, H&M continues to celebrate and stand behind…
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FDA Launches Campaign Aimed at Preventing E-Cigarette Use Among American Indian/Alaska Native Youth
Next Legends Campaign Aims to Educate Native American Youth About Harms of Vaping through Culturally Specific Ads Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the launch of the “Next Legends” Youth E-cigarette Prevention Campaign as part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to protect youth from the dangers of tobacco use. The campaign will educate…
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JHU Expert: How Parents Can Help Children Cope After School Shootings
We need to do more to stop gun violence that affects children every day in this country. But in the meantime, parents are the most important sources of safety and comfort for their children, says Johns Hopkins School of Nursing professor, Deborah Gross. “While we can’t always protect our children from feeling frightened or sad, there…
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Seattle Democracy Vouchers Increase Donations, Number of Candidates in City Elections
Each odd-year election cycle since 2017, four $25 democracy vouchers have arrived in the mail for registered voters in Seattle. Each voucher can be donated to a single campaign for city office or dispersed to separate campaigns. According to the Seattle Ethics and Elections Commission, or SEEC, the goals of the democracy voucher program are…