In light of George Zimmerman’s acquittal in the case of shooting 17-year old Black male, Trayvon Martin, Assembly member Shirley N. Weber held a press conference today, in San Diego, California. Community members gathered in front of the Hall of Justice in support of the first African American south of Los Angeles to be elected […]
(Denver, Colorado) It’s not every day that we hear or read about young girls wanting to become pilots. Let alone African American girls. Meet 12-year old Dayla Blackburn. She’s young, gifted, African- American, and is confident about her future of becoming a helicopter pilot. Blackburn, is a member of the Take Flight Leadership Aviation/Fly Girls
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Written by: Jazmin Steele, Founder of Pretty on Purpose, Inc. Meet Dr. Iyabo and her son, Xavier… Dr. Iyabo Daramola stands in extraordinary optimism as she begins the search for the person that can save her son Xavier’s life. Her only child has been diagnosed with a life-threatening condition, Aplastic Anemia (AA), a rare disorder
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When mainstream America think of places like the island of Jamaica, sadly, a few things first come to mind: (1) Reggae (2) Smoking Ganja (marijuana) and (3) Rum…most things associated with “partying.” By the way, did you know that this year marks the eighth year in celebrating the month of June, as Caribbean American
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On July 13, 2013, Southern California Area, National Council of Negro Women is sponsoring, “The Black Family Reunion Celebration 2013.” The FREE public event will take place from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm at 3720 West 54th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90043. Transportation from San Diego to Los Angeles will be provided by NCNW
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Media Mogul Oprah Winfrey, is set to donate $12 million to a planned Washington, D.C., museum that will document African American history. Items from her talk show could be part of its exhibits. “I am so proud of African American history and its contributions to our nation as a whole,” Winfrey said in
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On Saturday, June 8, 2013 the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA Drumline taped their first music video titled “Inspire Through My Eyes.” The song was written to send out the message to the world that it takes a community to save our youth. The song was performed and written by various members of the drumline
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When I first met Jacqueline Penhos a couple of years ago, we instantly clicked. It was as though we had known each other for years—probably because we both share the gift of gab! When we finally met again, I discovered that Jackee, a self-described and passionate Generation Y’er, loves life and puts others first.
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Grammy award winning hip hop Christian artist Lecrae, and World Champion basketball player Dwyane Wade join forces for the launch of the National Campaign “This Is Fatherhood.” The campaign will begin with the nation’s first ever “Fatherhood Challenge,” where contestants will submit a song, photo, video or an essay that answers the question, “What
LaDreda’s Story (Bonita, CA) LaDreda Lewis knew at an early age that she wanted to help kids. Growing up in East Oakland’s Sobrante Park, a neighborhood pocket known for its illegal drug crimes and high incidents of violence, LaDreda always knew that once she left, she would pay it forward by helping those who
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