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Watch Our Virtual Town Hall : Covid’s Impact On Mental Health in the Black Community

May 5, 2022 admin 0

By Staff On Thursday, April 28, 2022 The We Can Do This program in partnership with Heart & Soul held a virtual town hall which provided a much-needed platform to discuss the challenges Black families are facing at the intersection […]

Uncle Miles and his nephew Blake in Hyundai's new “Leading by Example” ad. (Hyundai)

Hyundai Launches New Electric Appeal For African Americans

May 4, 2022 zenger.news Comments Off

Carmaker works with black-owned Culture Brands to broaden outreach for electric vehicles, one of the largest efforts ever.
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In Honor of National Minority Health Month, We Can Do This Campaign and Heart & Soul Magazine Host Virtual Event on COVID-19 and Mental Health in the Black Community

April 21, 2022 admin 0

A panel of trusted medical experts will provide insights, resources and tips to help adults and children on Thursday, April 28th. People have been facing challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, including loneliness, isolation, missed milestones and increased anxiety. In addition, […]

Masud Olufani Hosting An Open Studio At Emory University

April 20, 2022 admin 0

By Kymberly Amara Masud Olufani is at the forefront both on and off the screen when bringing life to art and breathing purpose into social justice work. The multi-disciplinary artist wears many hats, including writer, actor, and podcast host. He […]

Hey Detroit…Tickets Are on Sale Now For The Black Women’s Expo! Coming to Huntington Place, June 18 – 19, 2022

April 20, 2022 admin 0

Get Tickets Now! Detroit, get ready BWe NEXT (The Black Women’s Expo) is coming to Huntington Place, June 18 – 19, 2022!Prepare for big entertainment, fashion shows, and a chance to see some of your favorite celebrities! Don’t miss out, […]

Join Us For A Free Virtual Town Hall Mental Wealth: COVID’s impact on Mental Health in the Black Community

April 19, 2022 admin 0

This FREE virtual event will provide a much-needed platform to discuss the challenges Black families are facing at the intersection of COVID-19 and mental wellness. Thursday, April 28, 2022 6 p.m. CST / 7 p.m. EST Register now

Across America, Students Must Learn All History

April 18, 2022 admin 0

By Ben Jealous Black history is American history. That shouldn’t be a controversial statement. But thanks to politicians like Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, teaching honestly about history is getting downright dangerous. Youngkin got elected in part by embracing a dishonest […]

How film maker Andrea Ward is shedding light on social issues with the new film company Redemption Images

April 16, 2022 admin 0

Written by: Jessica L. DupreePhotos: Billy Montgomery Fashion designer turned Filmmaker Andrea Ward always knew that her innate talent for creativity and storytelling would take her places she once dreamed of. The Atlanta based creative pivoted her career and in […]

Ordering our Steps: Easter Sunday Segregation, Systems Change, and Equitable Housing

April 15, 2022 admin 0

By Patrick C. Graham, Ph.D. This past Sunday, I woke up to the beauty of the Sun’s glare and the darkness Dr. Martin Luther King Jr revealed almost sixty years ago, “Sunday 11 A.M. is our most segregated hour.” King […]

New Book-Beyond Equity and Inclusion in Conflict Resolution: Re-centering the Profession

April 15, 2022 admin 0

By S.Y. Bowland (Editor), Hasshan Batts (Editor), Beth Roy (Editor), Mary Adams Trujillo (Editor) Beyond Equity and Inclusion in Conflict Resolution: Re-centering the Profession examines the many ways racism manifests in a professional field. Useful for any field that recruits adherents and standardizes practices, […]

Celebrating 155 Years of Faith, Justice, and Innovation at Johnson C. Smith Theological Seminary

April 15, 2022 admin 0

Special Events will be held throughout 2022 for learning partners, alumni, course facilitators, and supporters as the JCSTS platform continues to pave education possibilities for leaders in their communities, congregations, and circles of influence. Johnson C. Smith Theological Seminary (JCSTS) is pleased […]

Artist Patrick Dougher Collaborates With Dope Pieces Puzzles

April 13, 2022 admin 0

By Staff Why is art so critical to our culture? Art is culture. There is no aspect of culture that is not influenced by art in some way. Art and culture are totally symbiotic. No art no culture, no culture no art. […]

Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune (State Archives of Florida)

The Woman Whose Tireless Efforts Helped Launch The Famed Tuskegee Airmen

April 10, 2022 zenger.news Comments Off

Mary McLeod Bethune’s friendship with first lady Eleanor Roosevelt led to the desegregation of pilot training programs.
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CJ Wolfe in his Immortal Vision Studio in Philadelphia with a prized photo from one of his shoots. (Asya Hall)

CJ Wolfe Traded His Basketball Sneakers For A Camera And Creative Studio

April 5, 2022 zenger.news Comments Off

His Immortal Vision Studio provides a space for creators in Philadelphia and beyond.
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New mystery series features growing pains, fun romps for young readers

April 4, 2022 admin 0

By BEVERLY JAMES / SPECIAL TO THE COURIER Former newspaper reporter and public relations manager Beverly James heard a friend complaining about the lack of diversity in children’s literature. Recalling her childhood in Brooklyn, New York, James decided to pursue […]

Rachel Crosby (Rae), the artist behind Leanna Rae’s Art

April 2, 2022 admin 0

By Staff What inspired you to become an artist? I always admired works from Frank Morrison, Kerry James Marshall’s, Gordon Parks, Augusta Savage, and Jacob Lawrence. I loved how you could tell a story non-verbally through different mediums. I believe […]