African American News
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Southwest Tennessee Community College’s Shayla Kolheim Selected for Maxine Smith Fellows Leadership Program
The Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) has selected Shayla Kolheim, director of Grants Development and Management at Southwest Tennessee Community College, to participate in the Class of 2021-22 Maxine Smith Fellows Program. “Ms. Kolheim is truly deserving of this opportunity. She is an... - June 12, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
Fatherhood is Redefined in Transformative Poetry Book, "A Son with No Father is A Book with No Author"
Author Mario Reyes is celebrating fatherhood through education and edification with his first contribution to the literary world, “A Son with No Father is A Book with No Author.” In this hybrid of poetic short stories, Reyes gracefully, yet unapologetically, tackles complicated subjects... - June 09, 2021 - Mario "Papi Picasso" Reyes
Anthony Cherry is Going Viral with New Single "J-LO"
Do You Know "J-Lo Without the Doe"? - June 08, 2021 - Anthony Cherry
Rev. Loretta Hives-Moody, M.Div. Showcased on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Rev. Loretta Hives-Moody, M.Div. of Oakland, California has been showcased on the famous Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and high level of success in the fields of healthcare and ministry. Times... - June 08, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
Giving Health Partners with Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health to Study Delivery of Telemedicine Services to Low-Income, Uninsured Chronic Patients
Unique cooperative study being undertaken by Emory University and Giving Health to advance the reach and power of Telehealth for underserved communities. - June 05, 2021 - Giving Health Inc.
Newcomers, Kaz-N-Jam Productions Launch the "Relive the Legacy" Tour Along the Route of the Underground Railroad Through the Eyes of the Original Fisk Jubilee Singers
Author and Playwright, Jamima B. Jones, in association with Kaz-N-Jam Productions launch a historical tour departing from Nashville's Union Station on June 8, 2021 to promote the novel and stage production of "The Story of Jubilee," an epic tale; available on Amazon.com and numerous Podcast platforms. - June 04, 2021 - Kaz-N-Jam Productions
Therapist Develops a Self-Care Guide Tailored to Meet the Unique Needs of Black Women
A self-care guide written by a Black Woman for Black Women is set to be released on July 30, 2021. - June 03, 2021 - Awakening Change Counseling Services LLC
Conference That Supports Economic Development for Women Launches GoFundMe Campaign
Campaign to help with the expense of securing conference speakers such as Kevin Samuels and Iyanla Vanzant. - June 02, 2021 - eMediaCampaigns!
The Center for Adoption Support and Education™ (C.A.S.E.) is Opening a New Baltimore City Location
The Center for Adoption Support and Education™ (C.A.S.E.) is opening a new office in Baltimore, co-located with the Baltimore City Department of Social Services (BCDSS) at 2923 E. Biddle Street. This new location will be dedicated to helping economically challenged adoptive, foster and... - May 19, 2021 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Pangea Properties Supports Ida B. Wells Educational Programming on Chicago’s WTTW
Financing provided through the firm’s nonprofit arm, Pangea Cares, went toward production of a documentary and website about the iconic civil rights leader, journalist and suffragist. - May 19, 2021 - Pangea Properties
AfricanCaterers.com Launches Its Online Marketplace to Help Customers Quickly Hire African Caterers
AfricanCaterers.com announces the grand launch of the world's largest online marketplace for African catering services. Customers can use the AfricanCaterers.com marketplace to search and find the best African caterers near their local area for creating unique experiences and events featuring... - May 15, 2021 - African Caterers
Hope Seed Foundation Honors 20 Caregivers
"A caregiver needs care." Tasheba Gordon, a former caregiver of her mother for 7 years, wanted to honor those who care for others in the shadows. Most people don't even know what a caregiver is. Hope Seed Foundation is honoring 20 caregivers, 15 women, and 5 men, who were nominated by... - May 15, 2021 - Hope Seed Foundation, Inc.
Genesys Works Announces Selvon M. Waldron as Executive Director of Its National Capital Region Program
Today, Genesys Works, a national youth workforce development program for promising high school students which creates a diverse talent pipeline for top U.S. employers, announced Selvon M. Waldron as executive director of its National Capital Region (NCR) program, which serves students in the Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia areas. - May 11, 2021 - Genesys Works - National Capital Region
Shocking Disparities Galvanize Maryland’s Child Advocacy Community; Advocates for Children and Youth Host Summit to Focus on Advancing Equity
With COVID-19 highlighting or exacerbating disparities, there are organizations and community members working to advance equity for all young people with bold, innovative solutions. This virtual Summit, featuring Chef Jeff Henderson award-winning chef and founder of the Chef Jeff Project, gives attendees a view into this transformational work through storytelling, research and advocacy approaches. - May 10, 2021 - Advocates for Children and Youth
Baumgartens Announces National Minority-Owned Business Certification
Baumgartens, an award-winning family business that provides school, home, and office supplies nationwide, has been certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) by the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council (GMSDC) and officially part of the National Minority Supplier Development Council... - May 10, 2021 - Baumgartens
Former Healthcare Executive, Tory Rohelia Launches Mango Mango Mango
Mango Mango Mango announces the launch of its hair care product line. All products in this hair care line are made with 100% all-natural ingredients and are carefully formulated to protect, moisturize and nourish natural coils without breaking the bank. Why Mango Mango Mango? The product contains... - May 07, 2021 - Mango Mango Mango
Clubhouse International Recipient of American Psychiatric Association’s 2021 Special Presidential Commendation Award
American Psychiatric Association Honors Clubhouse International at 2021 Annual Meeting - May 06, 2021 - Clubhouse International
Finding and Supporting Black Owned Businesses Just Got Easier; The Black 411 Will Help You Find Black Owned Businesses Fast, Simple, Immediate
Black Excellence Technology Group announces the relaunch of The Black 411. You now can find black owned businesses instantly. No more looking for directories, or on-line sites, or using all of your memory on your phone with apps. The Black 411 will help you find what you are looking for Simple, Fast, Immediate. - May 03, 2021 - Black Excellence Technology Group
Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence Points to “Glaring Health Disparities in Detroit” in Discussion with Top Healthcare Leaders
Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence, representing Michigan’s 14th congressional district, led a panel of healthcare leaders in a discussion on constricted access to social services. The virtual roundtable was co-hosted by CareAdvisors, a healthcare technology firm based in Chicago, and the National Association of Health Services Executives Public Policy Committee (Detroit Chapter). - May 01, 2021 - CareAdvisors
Dating Coach Defends Steve Harvey After Backlash from Women Regarding Platonic Friendships
Can men and women remain "just friends" indefinitely? Radio and Television Star Steve Harvey says "No way," and Dating Coach Alan Roger Currie agrees. Recently, Harvey experienced a high degree of backlash from many women on social media - Twitter in particular - regarding a video clip of an interview from 2010 where Harvey explains that he does not believe men and women can remain "just friends only" for an indefinite period of time if the man finds his female "friend" physically attractive. - April 29, 2021 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Saint James Holding and Investment Company Announces Acquisition of Victura Construction Group and Provides Shareholder Update
Saint James Holding and Investment Company Trust (SJT) announces that it has acquired Victura Construction Group, Inc. (OTC: VICT), a holding company focused on strategic acquisitions within the construction industry and provides updates to its shareholders. Management Commentary: Contract Mining... - April 28, 2021 - Saint James Holding and Investment Co.
Black Horseracing Film Poised to Finish First
Producers Unveil Plans for "PHOTO FINISH: The Race of the Century" - April 23, 2021 - James Walton Productions
Pastor Catrina L. Cook-McDonald Honored as a VIP Member for Two Consecutive Years by P.O.W.E.R.
Pastor Catrina L. Cook-McDonald of Pontiac, Michigan has been honored as a VIP Member for two consecutive years, 2020 and 2021, by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Christian ministry. These... - April 14, 2021 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Kukuza Fest: A Salute to Women to Feature Black Women in Family Music on April 10
Kukuza Fest returns on Sat, April 10, 2021, from 3 to 5 PM EST and will feature Black Women in Family Music. The lineup includes R&B sensation The Magic Jones, rockstar/producer bassist Divinity Roxx, LA-based songstress Snooknuk, and many others. The MC will be Arts Education Consultant and social media personality Joy Marilie. Kukuza Fest is the first-ever free, all-Black Family Music festival and series in the country. “Kukuza” means “amplify” in Swahili. - April 02, 2021 - The Uncle Devin Show
Black Women's Health Imperative Launches Be Seen, HBCU Student Anti-Tobacco Grant Award Program
Mobilizing Black Women Students to live Socially, Emotionally, Empowered - Unapologetically Smoke-Free - March 31, 2021 - Black Women's Health Imperative
Community Advancement Initiative, Inc. and Calling Card Books Announce the Release of "Black Moms Can: Organizing for Economic Empowerment" by L'Fonzo Cameron
"Black Moms Can," released today, focuses on fighting for the economic and social sustainability of Black families. Black Americans have consumed centuries fighting against the horrors of racism. "We have fought hard and long for integration, as I believe we should have, and I know that we will win. But I've come to believe we're integrating into a burning house." - Martin Luther King This book serves as both an apology to and support of Black Moms. - March 23, 2021 - M.P. Zarrella Books, Inc. DBA Calling Card Books and Z Girls Press
"Mode One" Author Sees Spike in Book Sales Due to YouTuber's Viral Video
Author Alan Roger Currie recently experienced a spike in his book sales due to a viral video on YouTube that has garnered close to one million views in the last 21 months. Currie, who is a professional dating coach for men, saw his 2006 eBook version of "Mode One: Let the Women Know What You're REALLY Thinking" rise to #3 on Amazon.com in the category of "Communication Skills" and he saw his audiobook version of the same book rise to as high as the #15 best-selling book in the same category. - March 23, 2021 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
2021 Youth Achievement Celebration Presented by the 100 Black Men of North Metro Atlanta, Inc.
The Youth Achievement Celebration is the Flagship Fundraiser for the 100 Black Men of North Metro Atlanta, Inc. and a great way to honor and showcase their mentees and their accomplishments. - March 22, 2021 - 100 Black Men of North Metro, Inc.
Cam Hill & Jamie R. Wright’s Discuss the Power of Overcoming on The Cam Hill Show
Jamie R. Wright, a great speaker, coach, activist, advocate and author, educated people about the rudiments of life on The Cam Hill Show recently in what many called a lifetime opportunity to learn about self-motivation, resilience, and perseverance. - March 12, 2021 - Jamie R. Wright, LLC
Sugaring: The Green Juice of Hair Removal
Sneak into a hidden oasis in Roslyn, New York. Reminiscent of an old movie set tucked away on the Golden Coast, Sugared Beauty bar awaits you. - March 01, 2021 - Sugared Beauty Bar
Writers Send a Lunar Time Capsule to the Moon
USA Today bestselling author Tina Glasneck is set to send her catalog of books off to the Moon. Her books will join the Astrobotic’s Peregrine Mission 1 as part of the Writers on the Moon project led by Dr. Susan Kaye Quinn. Set to launch in July 2021, the payload will be delivered to Lacus... - February 16, 2021 - Tina Glasneck
In Celebration of Black History Month, Book Publicity Services Announces the Upcoming Release of Katerina Canyon's New Book "Surviving Home"
"Surviving Home" will be released in October 2021 published by Kelsay Books. - February 12, 2021 - Book Publicity Services
William G. Pomeroy Foundation Provides Grant to While We Are Still Here to Celebrate Harlem’s History
While We Are Still Here will be installing 25 historic markers funded by the William G. Pomeroy Foundation® that will be placed around Harlem, New York City, to help celebrate the historic places of this important community. - February 11, 2021 - William G. Pomeroy Foundation
University of Washington Graduate Student Launches NoirePack Inc.
America's hub for Black-Owned coffees; NoirePack is a small start-up based out of Seattle, WA, whose primary mission is to deliver the Black coffee Experience in every box purchased. Freshly roasted coffee from America's Premier Black Artisan Roasters from Russell’s Gourmet Coffee in Georgia to Blk & Bold in Iowa and Sailor's Brew Coffee and Boon Boona Coffee in the West Coast we bring you a diaspora of America’s best-hidden gems. - February 09, 2021 - NoirePack Inc.
Will Smith's "Hollywood Ex" is Whooping Ash and Taking Names
Sheree Zampino is the creative force behind Whoop Ash body butter. Born in upstate NY and living in Los Angeles, this mother, designer, artist, and cook used her resourcefulness, creativity, and innovative spirit to make in a gumbo pot in her very own kitchen, a decadent body butter. What started off as a culinary endeavor became food for the skin. Whoop Ash body butter is a 98% natural, daily moisturizer that is beneficial for the whole family. www.whoopash.com - February 03, 2021 - Whoop Ash
Heritage Music Group, Headed by Grammy Award Winner Jovan Dawkins, Releases First Single by Rapper, Chris Washington
Hip Hop lyricist and producer Chris Washington, is solidifying his career as a solo artist with the release of his first single, “Rise.” - February 02, 2021 - Urban 411 Entertainment
The Black Women’s Health Imperative Welcomes Dr. Angelica Geter as Its Chief Strategy Officer
Dr. Geter will lead the implementation of comprehensive approaches to address health disparities and the impact of racism on Black women’s health through a strategic mix of targeted programing, legislation and corporate engagement. - January 30, 2021 - Black Women's Health Imperative
Posse Launches Virtual Program, Expands to Recruit Students from 20 Cities Across America for Full-Tuition Scholarships
The Posse Foundation - a national college scholarship and youth leadership development organization - has launched a major expansion initiative to recruit students from 20 cities across the United States. The new Virtual Program project was inspired by Posse’s successful transition to an... - January 28, 2021 - The Posse Foundation
Stephen L. Hightower II, Chief Operating Officer of Hightowers Petroleum Co. Appointed to Cincinnati Regional Chamber Board of Directors
It was recently announced that Stephen L. Hightower II, Chief Operating Officer of Hightowers Petroleum Co (HPC), was appointed to the Cincinnati Regional Chamber Board of Directors. Stephen joined 14 other accomplished business leaders from across the region as new appointees. On November 16,... - January 28, 2021 - Stephen L. Hightower
Southwest Tennessee Community College Wins Prestigious 2021 National Bellwether Award
Southwest Tennessee Community College has won the prestigious national 2021 Bellwether Award in the category of Planning, Governance and Finance. The highly competitive award recognizes community colleges for their cutting-edge, trendsetting programs that are worthy of replication. Bellwether... - January 27, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
Acclaimed Singer/Songwriter Dante Hall Set to Publish "Growing Up Black: Things My Grandparents Said," First Buzzworthy Coffee Table Book of 2021
Nostalgic project enshrines what Gospel Singer Yolanda Adams calls the “infinite history of sayings” familiar to millions of African-Americans; Marks first foray into book writing for Hall, a Grammy-recognized recording artist - January 27, 2021 - Dante Hall
JackieBoy Entertainment and Comic Republic Global Network Form Partnership to Launch New Division of Comic Book Film, Television and Merchandising Division
JackieBoy Entertainment and Comic Republic Global Network are pleased to announce a new merchandising partnership with Comic Republic's popular comic book franchise to launch into television, film, and books featuring the African–based company comic book characters. - January 16, 2021 - JackieBoy Entertainment
Multi-Grammy Award Winning Producers from Box Bangers to Lease Beats on the World's #1 Beat Marketplace, BeatStars
Box Bangers is the brainchild and production company of Darius “Deezle” Harrison and Eric “88 Fingaz” Parham. Together they have assembled a collective of veteran and up & coming multi-Grammy and ASCAP award winning producers who are looking to give back to the musical... - January 15, 2021 - Deezle
Wilburn & Associates President Retires and Creates New Model to Help People Get Real About Diversity Equity & Inclusion
The death of George Floyd and Brionna Taylor has brought a lot of attention to the Black Lives Matter movement as well as broader issues of race and diversity in this country. A lot of businesses and organizations are now indicating that they are taking steps to advance the cause of diversity... - January 12, 2021 - Wilburn & Associates, LLC
William Meredith Foundation Announces the 2021 Award in Poetry Given to Robert Earl Price
Available for sale at this link: https://snakenationbooks.store/product/blood-flow, and good internet bookstores. - January 09, 2021 - The William Meredith Foundation
APTQI Charitable Giving Program Supports Organizations Encouraging Diversity Across the Physical Therapy Profession
APTQI donations will be used to support scholarship and outreach initiatives. - January 04, 2021 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Popular Black Male Youtuber Has the #1 Book on Amazon in Gender Studies - New Releases
Author & Dating Coach Alan Roger Currie has released a new eBook and paperback titled "No FREE Attention" that is bound to attract a lot of attention from both single women and single heterosexual men. The new book is actually an updated revised edition of Currie's popular 2012 book titled "The Possibility of Sex: How Naïve and Lustful Men are Manipulated by Women Regularly." Currie was once voted as the Best Dating Coach for Men on YouTube for the 2017 calendar year. - December 28, 2020 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Andrea Johnson Books Publishing Releases "H.E.R.S.T.O.R.Y" by Carlotta Ane’th; The Emotionally Gripping Truth About the Reality of Living Life After Pain and Abuse
Author Carlotta Ane’th shares with the world in her debut book: "H.E.R.S.T.O.R.Y" breaking down all of the hidden and dark fears of living with life after being abused. And her own emotionally gripping experiences, that inspired her to give a voice to those that may not be able to speak. - December 24, 2020 - Andrea Johnson Books Publishing
Missin Peace Issued the Following Statement on the Murder of Casey Goodson Jr.
Missin Peace is extremely saddened by the death of Casey Goodson Jr. We express deepest condolences to his family and the city of Columbus, Ohio. The killing of Casey Goodson Jr. by a Franklin County Sheriff Deputy is another example of a life unjustly taken by law enforcement. And Franklin... - December 20, 2020 - Missin Peace
Southwest Tennessee Community College President Tracy D. Hall Elected to SACSCOC Board of Trustees
Southwest Tennessee Community College President Tracy D. Hall has been elected to serve on the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) Board of Trustees, effective Jan. 1, 2021. Her term runs through Dec. 31, 2023. The SACSCOC is the regional body for the... - December 18, 2020 - Southwest Tennessee Community College