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WeKinFolk Celebrates 5 Years of Culture Driven Innovation: A Black Owned Social Media Platform Built on Purpose, Resilience, and Community Power
WeKinFolk celebrates 5 years as a Black-owned platform built on culture, safety, and community. Founded by Ernest L. Manning Jr., it’s grown to 50K members with no outside funding. With rewards, badges, storytelling tools, and new AI features on the way, WeKinFolk now seeks mission-aligned partners to expand its impact and uplift Black digital ownership. - December 04, 2025 - WeKinFolk
William "Bill" Bailey Proudly Announces the Release of "This is My New Foundation"
William “Bill” Bailey proudly announces the release of This Is My New Foundation, a groundbreaking memoir that reveals an intimate journey through generational trauma, identity, and the courageous work of rebuilding a life from the inside out. Raw, reflective, and unflinchingly honest,... - December 01, 2025 - Bill Bailey
Marilyn Funderburk, Influential D.C. Civic Leader and Ex-Carter White House Aide, Dead at 89
Marilyn Bush Funderburk, former Carter White House Assistant Social Secretary and longtime Washington civic leader, died Nov. 25 at Casey House Hospice in Rockville, Md. She was 89. She co-produced Climate Conversations with H2OandPowerGroup.com, founded by her son. Survivors include her son William, daughters Christina and Julie, her sister Judith, grandchildren, and extended family. - November 28, 2025 - H2OandPowerGroup.com
Massachusetts Fashion Brand ChicNiCity Debuts “Muah!” Collection at Lagos Fashion Week
ChicNiCity’s “Muah!” collection, founded by Nigerian-American designer Boye Asenuga, shines at Lagos Fashion Week, highlighting the brand’s fusion of heritage, contemporary style, and global influence. - November 24, 2025 - ChicNiCity
Ms. Scroogeworth Makes Global History as First Black Female–Led Reimagining of "A Christmas Carol"
Created by Memphis writer and director Tymika Chambliss-Williams, "Ms. Scroogeworth: A Christmas Musical" returns for its 2025 mainstage season, marking global history as the first Black female–led reimagining of "A Christmas Carol." - November 16, 2025 - Vibranium Media Group
Transformative Justice Coalition Launches "Hey Jersey - Let’s Vote!" GOTV Freedom Ride to Mobilize Voters Across New Jersey
The Transformative Justice Coalition (TJC), in partnership with the NAACP New Jersey State Conference, League of Women Voters, New Jersey Center for Social Justice, AFT, SEIU, Salvation in Action, the People’s Organization for Progress, local municipalities, faith and civic leaders and a host... - October 31, 2025 - Transformative Justice Coalition
2025 Heida Hermanns International Music Competition Launch Event Held at Prestigious Connecticut Law Firm in Partnership with MoCACT
On October 23, 2025, Conlon Amendola and MoCA/CT hosted a vibrant event in Southport, CT, celebrating the 49th Heida Hermanns International Music Competition. Attorneys, art collectors, and VIPs enjoyed gourmet catering while supporting the prestigious piano competition for ages 18-30. Sponsors emphasized funding needs for young musicians, especially inner-city youth, highlighting the event’s role in fostering creativity and cultural growth through community support. - October 26, 2025 - Conlon Amendola, PLLC.
Research Defense Examines Violence, Illiteracy, Non-Active Fathers, and Low Self-Esteem Among Black Males in America
Bruce C. Carter will defend his doctoral dissertation on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the University of Texas at Arlington, presenting years of rigorous research on reducing violence, engaging fathers, and strengthening households across America's most challenged communities. The public dissertation defense offers evidence-based findings that challenge conventional approaches to violence prevention and community development. - October 25, 2025 - Carter Empowers
Dirty Luxury Official Shines Spotlight on Homeless Musicians with Viral Social Series, Boosting Careers and Changing Perceptions
Dirty Luxury Official, an Atlanta-based creative collective, today announced the continuing success of its social media series that profiles homeless musicians across the city, turning street performances and personal stories into viral music content and new opportunities for featured artists. - October 23, 2025 - Dirty Luxury Official, LLC
WP Publishing Delivers Breakthrough Memoir "The Ghost at the Table," Strengthening Its Vision for Author Partnership and Control
The Ghost at the Table is a powerful memoir of survival, redemption, and transformation—tracing one man’s journey from the streets to the boardroom. Through raw honesty and vivid storytelling, it reveals the struggles, triumphs, and lessons that shaped a life defined by resilience, purpose, and faith. A story of overcoming adversity, reclaiming identity, and finding meaning beyond success. - October 20, 2025 - WP Publishing LLC
Tamanda Chitalo Named Recipient of the Omicron Delta Kappa Emerging Advocate Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity
Omicron Delta Kappa proudly announces Tamanda Chitalo (Indiana State University, 2024) as a 2025 Emerging Advocate Award recipient for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity. Recognized for her leadership and commitment to equity, Chitalo exemplifies O∆K’s values of scholarship, service, integrity, and inclusivity. The award honors members under 40 advancing a more just and equitable world. - October 11, 2025 - Omicron Delta Kappa
Priscilla Kucer Honored with Omicron Delta Kappa Community Commitment Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity
Omicron Delta Kappa proudly honors Dr. Priscilla “Dr. P” Kucer (Nova Southeastern University, 2008) with the 2025 Community Commitment Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity. Recognized for her lasting impact in advancing DEI in higher education, Dr. Kucer’s leadership and mentorship have strengthened opportunities for marginalized groups and inspired inclusive campus communities. - October 09, 2025 - Omicron Delta Kappa
Lionel Henderson Leads Initiative to Break the Cycle of Homelessness
Safe Path Indy Housing, founded by Lionel Henderson earlier this year, is creating a transformative path forward for individuals transitioning out of incarceration. By providing rapid rehousing and supportive services, the organization is working to end the cycle of homelessness and create lasting... - October 07, 2025 - Safe Path Indy Housing
Philly Forever Homecoming Dance with Tahiirah Habibi
Philadelphia is about to make history. Internationally acclaimed wine & culture strategist Tahiirah Habibi is coming home to host the first-ever Philly Forever: Homecoming Dance, a cultural celebration of wine, food, music, and community at the iconic Bok Gymnasium. - September 24, 2025 - Tahiirah Habibi
National Coalition on Black Civic Participation’s Black Women’s Roundtable Announces 2025 CBCF ALC Weekend Activations
The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (NCBCP) and its Black Women’s Roundtable (BWR) today announced a series of powerful events during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) Weekend in Washington, DC. These gatherings will uplift... - September 22, 2025 - NCBCP
The Green Green Book: Expanded Edition with a Traveler’s Guide to Black-Owned Agricultural Spaces and Foraging Forests
Indigo Rain Publishing proudly announces the release of "The Green Green Book: Expanded Edition with a Traveler’s Guide to Black-Owned Agricultural Spaces and Foraging Forests," the groundbreaking work by Dr. LaTatia Stroud, educator, author, and advocate for agricultural equity. - September 17, 2025 - Indigo Rain Publishing
Hartford Photo Fair Offers Chance to Hold History in Your Hand
Sept. 25–27 in Hartford, The Daguerreian Society will host its annual Symposium, with a Photo Fair open to the public Saturday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. ET at the Hartford Marriott Downtown. Browse and buy 19th-century photographs—daguerreotypes, tintypes, ambrotypes, stereoviews and more. That evening, the society’s Benefit Auction will offer nearly 80 high-quality lots, with in-person (for Symposium registrants) and online bidding via Freeman’s | Hindman. - September 11, 2025 - The Daguerreian Society
Soft Power Voices Podcast Debuts September 2025 with First Guest Devi Maisha — Exploring Sensuality, Energy, and Healing for Black Women
This September, conversations that have been too often whispered in the background are taking center stage. The Soft Power Voices podcast, created and hosted by Native Elianor, will premiere its first episode in September 2025 with special guest Devi Maisha, a Sensual Energy Alchemist and Pleasure... - August 19, 2025 - Soft Power Voices
Hope+Wellth Magazine's Latest Issue Empowers Readers to Move Beyond Healing and Into Purposeful Action
With 4 quarterly issues per year, the magazine was created by the team behind MoodWellth, a wellness platform focused on mental and emotional health for women of color. Recognizing a common pattern among clients, being stuck in a cycle of endless self-work, the founder, Lynnette Price, was inspired to launch Hope+Wellth as an invitation to wholeness, ambition and intentional joy. - July 24, 2025 - Hope+Wellth
JAT Creative Presents “Unburdened”: A Radical Meditation on Black Rest and Mental Health
Unburdened is a two-day exhibition by Jeremy A. Teel exploring the radical act of rest among Black men. Through powerful portraits and written reflections, the show invites viewers to witness softness, stillness, and the beauty of letting go. Held in acknowledgment of Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, Unburdened offers rest not as luxury but as a necessary right. - July 18, 2025 - JAT Creative
FINM Solutions Announces the Graduation of the 2025 Virtual Administrative Assistant Training Program
FINM Solutions proudly announces the successful culmination of the 2025 Virtual Administrative Assistant Training Program with a special graduation ceremony. This event marks a significant achievement for our graduates, who are now equipped to excel in today's dynamic administrative and remote work... - June 29, 2025 - FINM Solutions
Rotated Map of Eurasia Reveals Striking Dragon Shape, Says Minister Emmanuel Solomon
Chicago-based author highlights geographic discovery and calls for public exploration. - June 20, 2025 - Emmanuel Solomon
Charles O. Scott, African American Millionaire Phi Beta Sigma, UVA Alumnus, and Health Entrepreneur, Receives Unconditional Presidential Pardon from Donald J. Trump
Clinical and Herbal Innovations Inc. announced that President Donald J. Trump has granted a complete and unconditional pardon to its co-founder, Charles O. Scott. The White House issued the official pardon warrant, absolving Mr. Scott of his conviction. - June 19, 2025 - Clinical and Herbal Innovations Inc
Black Lives Support Launches BLS Nanny Childcare Provider Initiative to Strengthen Workforce and Family Structure
Black Lives Support (BLS),proudly announces the launch of its BLS Nanny Childcare Provider Initiative—a professional nanny placement service that connects families with trusted, certified caregivers. - June 14, 2025 - BLS
Brunch, Bold Conversations, and Better Health: Michigan Series Spotlights Myasthenia Gravis
Acclinate’s NOWINCLUDED platform is launching a unique health-focused event series across four Michigan cities called Brunch & Learn: Myasthenia Gravis Edition. The event series is designed to engage and educate communities—particularly Black and Brown populations—about Myasthenia Gravis (MG), a rare neuromuscular disease that disproportionately affects women and is often misdiagnosed in communities of color. This free brunch series combines powerful storytelling and immersive experiences. - June 13, 2025 - Acclinate
BESLA Closes Out 2025 Mid-Year Conference in Atlanta with Honors for Matt Barnes and Lil Jon
BESLA held its 2025 Mid-Year Conference in Atlanta (May 29-31), gathering legal, entertainment, and sports professionals. The event, themed "Bridging the Gap: Advocacy, Artistry & Access," featured panels, workshops, and networking. Fulton County declared May 29 "BESLA Day." Honorees included Lil Jon (Beacon of Industry Award) and Matt Barnes (Power Player Award). Discussions covered collegiate athletics, child performer protection, and more. - June 09, 2025 - Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association
Attorney Tracy Sanders Launches Insightful New Book on Hair Texture Discrimination in Workplaces and Schools
Tracy Sanders, Esq. Releases "Wearing Our Crowns: Natural Hair in the Workplace and Schools" ("Wearing Our Crowns") to Educate Readers About Legal Rights Under the CROWN Act and Title VII. Attorney and legal educator Tracy Sanders, Esq., has published a pioneering new book,... - June 04, 2025 - Natural Hair and the Law
Great-Granddaughter Stands Where Her Ancestor's Name is Honored: Historic "Lynching to Liberation" Conference Coming to Eufaula Before Juneteenth
Eliza Jane "SouthernBelle Radical" Franklin, a recent USC Heritage Conservation graduate, is hosting Alabama's first official recognition of lynching victims through her "Lynching to Liberation" conference June 6-8, 2025 in Eufaula. The event honors her great-grandfather William "Willie" Jenkins, lynched in 1922, and precedes local Juneteenth celebrations. The three-day lineup includes: Sacred soil ceremony with LA Times Poetry Winner Remica Bingham-Risher Academic presentations by Tuskegee and Emory professors Prison arts exhibit from Alabama Prison Arts and Education Project Group vis - May 29, 2025 - Black Heritage Society of Eufaula, Inc.
Taraji P. Henson Joins Wine & Culture Fest 2025 for a Fireside Chat with Festival Founder Tahiirah Habibi
Academy Award-Nominated Actress, #1 New York Times Best-Selling Author, and Entrepreneur Taraji P. Henson Joins Wine & Culture Fest 2025 for Exclusive Fireside Chat with Founder Tahiirah Habibi in Washington, D.C. July 17–20, 2025. - May 20, 2025 - Wine & Culture Fest
Announcing Michel Frantz Molaire - Poetry on Canvas: Poetry Written Over Six Decades of My Life. An 11" X 8.5" Hardcover Photobook | Mike Molaire
A Hardcover 11" x 8.5" Photobook | Mike Molaire Fine Art. Experience the artistic fusion of poetry and photography in this new edition. Michel Frantz Molaire began writing poetry at the age of fourteen, and just a year later, he picked up a camera — two passions destined to intertwine. Now, six decades later, he beautifully marries his poetic expressions with fine art photography, crafting a unique visual and literary experience. - May 15, 2025 - Mike Molaire Fine Art
The Atlanta Black Beauty Expo 2-Day Experience
The Atlanta Black Beauty Expo will take place on August 2-3, 2025, from 10am to 6pm, at the Georgia International Convention Center. The event will feature competitions, fashion shows, and exhibits highlighting Black fashion, beauty, and creative entrepreneurship. - May 10, 2025 - Black Beauty Expo
RNG Queen City Clappers Cup Brings a New Energy to PGA Championship Week in Charlotte
The RNG Queen City Clappers Cup, hosted by golf influencer Erick Lottary, kicks off PGA Championship Week on May 14, 2025, at Norfolk Hall at Suffolk Punch in Charlotte. Powered by WeGo Golf and Elevate Lifestyle, the event features golf simulator competitions, music, drinks, and networking. Sponsored by Drink Delta, Happy Camper, Crown Royal, Casamigos, Michelob Ultra, and Suffolk Punch. Proceeds benefit First Tee of Greater Charlotte. - May 01, 2025 - WeGo Golf
Dymally International Jazz & Arts Festival Donates Tickets to Fire Victims
The Mervyn M. Dymally African American Political and Economic Institute invites those affected by the Palisades and Eaton Canyon fires to a day of joy and celebration at the Dymally International Jazz and Arts Festival on April 26, 2025. The institution has distributed 300 tickets to Palisades fire victims (100), Altadena fire victims (100) and 100 tickets to first responders. - April 22, 2025 - Dymally Institute
WeKinFolk Launches First-of-Its-Kind "Verfied Cultural Storyteller Badge" Uplifting Truth, Honoring Legacy, Amplifying Real Voices
Alerts everyone about the new verified badge that the WeKinFolk Platform is presenting to those members who exemplify truth and honor in their telling of black stories and culture. - April 21, 2025 - WeKinFolk
Jacksonville-Based Music TV Series Could Premiere on the 2nd Most Watched Global Streaming Platform as Early as This Summer, Backed by VIPSquad Entertainment
The Jacksonville-based TV series will be centered around the city's annual mini-festival known for providing a platform for locally based music artists, creatives, fashion designers, and models, which will return for the 12th time this spring the weekend of April 10-13. - March 31, 2025 - VIPSquad Entertainment
MODArts Dance Collective Presents Collective Thread
MODArts Dance Collective presents Collective Thread - a festival that provides a voice and a platform for artistic self-impression to those women/womxn identifying artists of underrepresented ethnic groups within the medium of dance. - March 04, 2025 - MODArts Dance Collective, Inc.
American Mother Granted Asylum in Costa Rica Speaks Out on Family Court Corruption & DV
Hadria Joan Douglas, an American domestic violence survivor and asylum consultant, unveils Seeking Asylum in Costa Rica, a gripping personal account and essential guide for those fleeing systemic injustice. This powerful book reveals how survivors can escape legal corruption, protect their children, and rebuild abroad. A must-read for those interested in human rights, immigration, and women’s empowerment. - February 28, 2025 - Hadria Joan Douglas
Joint Venture Announced for $895 Million Woodlawn Central Mega-Project
Woodlawn Central, an $895M transformative development in Chicago’s Woodlawn neighborhood, announces a joint venture with Phillip Beckham III and Juan Saldana of P3 Markets for Phase One. Bowa Construction, led by Nosa Ehimwenman, joins as construction manager and community partner. The project, spearheaded by ACOG Ventures, prioritizes equitable growth, featuring a state-of-the-art hotel, restored Metra Head House, and 140 mixed-income housing units. Groundbreaking begins this year. - February 26, 2025 - Woodlawn Central
MCSR’s Men of Strength Club Hosts 21st Annual Black History Month Film Festival
"Solutions Through Film" Showcases the Power of Film in Highlighting Social Change - February 02, 2025 - MCSR
Join the Movement: "Long Beach Against Anti-Blackness: Call for Justice and Peace in Long Beach"
A critical call to action is set for Tuesday, February 4, 2025, as community members, leaders, and activists come together in Long Beach to demand increased accountability, justice, and safety for Black communities. This pivotal gathering underscores a community-driven push to address systemic... - February 01, 2025 - Community Peace and Wellness Collective
Love, Law, Legacy Documentary Short Highlights Florida’s Trailblazing Black Legal Pioneers
The powerful new 10-minute documentary short Love, Law, Legacy will premiere on February 22, 2025, at the Cooley Law School Black Law Students Association's Annual Black History Month Ball. This compelling film, created by Joseline Jean-Louis Hardrick, a lawyer, professor, and passionate advocate... - February 01, 2025 - Journey to Esquire
Chief Executive Officer, Camille D. Jamerson Partners with DX3 Canada to Lead at North America’s Premier Retail, Marketing & Technology Event
Camille D. Jamerson, CEO of CDJ & Associates and founder of The Camille Company, has been invited to lead two days of sessions at the renowned DX3 Canada event, scheduled for March 4-5, 2025, at the Toronto Metro Convention Center. As North America's premier event in retail, marketing, and... - January 25, 2025 - CDJ & Associates
Celebrating Black Women’s History Month: Honoring the Legacy and Impact of Black Women Throughout History
As they step into the new year, they are proud of the celebration of Black Women's History Month from April 1-30, which is a time dedicated to honoring and acknowledging the contributions, achievements, and leadership of Black Women throughout history. This month provides an opportunity for people... - January 24, 2025 - Black Women's History Month, Inc.
LIFT2Enrich, Inc to Receive $10,000 Challenge America Award from the National Endowment for the Arts
LIFT2Enrich, Inc. is proud to announce its approval for a $10,000 Challenge America award from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). This funding will support the organization's innovative Movie Talk program, which empowers students through storytelling and filmmaking. Designed to combine literacy and creativity, Movie Talk guides participants in writing, producing, and starring in their own short films, with mentorship from industry professionals. - January 16, 2025 - LIFT2Enrich Inc
Gil Scott-Heron Bluesology...The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
Poets Jazz House… a fierce band of spoken word artists featuring Gia Scott-Heron are spittin’ fire and blazin’ stages from the iconic collection of the Gia's legendary father Gil Scott-Heron. - January 13, 2025 - Inner City Cultural Center II
One of the First Black Social Media Platforms "WeKinFolk" Marks Four Years of Cultural Kinship and Digital Leadership
WeKinFolk is one of the first successful black social media platforms and it's celebrating four years of fostering cultural connection and community leadership. Designed as a safe space for authentic self expression and cultural celebration, the platform has become a digital home for it's black users. As a trusted pulse of the black community on critical community issues it continues to grow. - January 06, 2025 - WeKinFolk
Au Secours Salon Spa Offers Custom Wigs to Those with Hair Loss Due to Any Auto Immune Disease… Promoting the DIY DeGlam Maintenance Kit
Prince George's Co. Hair Stylist Opened Her Salon — Inside a Walmart in Clinton, Maryland. 2 years going strong DeJuan Burns' salon, Au Secours Salon Spa, offers services that are unique to the community. A one stop shop. A Salon spa boutique that offers services that are unique to the community. - January 04, 2025 - Au Secours Salon Spa
CFVI Announces the $1 Million Rashida A. Hodge Scholarship Fund: Empowering Future Leaders of the USVI
The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) is thrilled to unveil the creation of the $1 million Rashida A. Hodge Scholarship Fund, established by St. Thomas native and CFVI board member Rashida A. Hodge. This transformative scholarship represents not just an investment in education but a... - December 18, 2024 - Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands
Charlotte AI Artist Launches Synthography Studios, Inspired by Viral AI Image Starting a New Chapter
Redefining Representation in Digital Art and Supporting Future Creators - December 10, 2024 - Witness My Life
Florida Memorial University Students Invited to Prestigious Marketing Conference
Local HBCU Students to Attend Lead Generation World Conference at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - December 07, 2024 - Lead Generation World, LLC