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FILM REVIEW: The Farewell

NNPA NEWSWIRE — When you walk out of the theater you may feel like you just left a family meal or a close friend’s house. That...

Fellows will connect with local industry partners, including The Coca-Cola Company, UPS, IBM, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport through experiential learning site visits, collaborative projects and networking events.

Black History7 years ago

PRESS ROOM: Clark Atlanta University Hosts Mandela Washington Fellowship for Sixth Consecutive Year

NNPA NEWSWIRE — This year’s fellows represent the following countries: Benin, Cameroon, The Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia,...

The increased implementation of diversity and inclusion programs explain why nationally, African American and Hispanic workers are projected to account for close to 25 percent of new hires in management, business and financial jobs through 2035.

Business7 years ago

The Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA): Providing Opportunities

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Nearly 1.3 million job opportunities are projected in the oil and natural gas and petrochemical industries through 2030, and minority workers represent a...

Black History7 years ago

Grant paves way to “Take ‘Em Down 901” one-act play

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The real-life drama that culminated with the removal of Confederate-era statues from what had been two Memphis-owned parks will be the subject of...

As part of an ongoing commemoration of the 400th anniversary of Africans in America, the Hattiloo Theatre hosted “Our Faith, Our Story,” a panel discussion on how Africans used their faith to survive slavery. Above, Rev. Dr. J. Lawrence Turner (left), pastor of Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church, provided a Christian perspective on the quadricentennial of Africans in America. Later, Sadio, a self-styled spiritualist, and Min. Anthony Mohammad of the Nation of Islam shared their views. (Photo: Herman Williams)

Black History7 years ago

Hattiloo Theatre panel explore 400 years of Africans in America

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “When we unify, we can work with people we wouldn’t normally get along with. Our commonality is that we all want the best...

Because of the pre-harvest burning, the Glades communities have suffered economically as well. Whereas Palm Beach county and the state of Florida have seen an increase in real estate values, property values for the Glades community remain stagnant.

Black History7 years ago

‘Black snow’ from sugarcane harmful to Black, poor communities in Florida?

NNPA NEWSWIRE — While these burnings have been going on for several years with groups rising up to combat them, a recent lawsuit against the Florida...

Black people in the United States have never been given a presumption of innocence in the criminal justice system, said Karen Thompson, the Innocence Project Senior Staff Attorney. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

Black History7 years ago

Report: Blacks Seven-Times More Likely than Whites to Be Wrongfully Convicted of Murder

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “From their very first interaction with the police, to being arrested, booked, charged, convicted, and sentenced, Black people are discriminated against and disproportionately...

“My doctor said they made a mistake on my birth certificate because I can’t possibly be 87 years old,” said Ruth Tate as she celebrated her birthday. “But I say, we are going to keep living and enjoying our life. We’re not going to let age stop us.” (Photo: Tyrone P. Easley)

Black History7 years ago

Senior advocate continues legacy of love and service

NNPA NEWSWIRE — For 35 years, Ruth Tate directed the activities, special events, bus excursions, and even a trip to Europe for senior participants. Tate is...

Under Chief Hall’s leadership, the department has implemented 5 strategic priorities: crime reduction, increased recruitment, advanced officer development, improved organizational effectiveness, and enhanced community relationships.

Black History7 years ago

Chief Hall: Citizens, Clergy, elected officials Rally in support after groups give no confidence vote

NNPA NEWSWIRE — T.C. Broadnax is the Dallas city manager. He has the support of the incoming Mayor and a majority of the city council. He...

“Ambassador Gaspard’s service within the Labor Movement as well as his tenure as a member of the Obama administration has always inured to the benefit of all Americans,” said Leon W. Russell, NAACP Chairman, National Board of Directors. “His service in the diplomatic corps as Ambassador to South Africa during a challenging period of that nation’s development was stellar.” (Photo: concordia.net)

Black History7 years ago

PRESS ROOM: Patrick Gaspard to Receive Prestigious NAACP Spingarn Medal

NNPA NEWSWIRE — BALTIMORE – The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), the nation’s foremost civil rights organization, has announced that Ambassador Patrick...

Congresswoman Maxine Waters has emerged as one of the strongest legislators, community organizers, and champions for women, children, seniors, veterans, people of color, and the poor. She was elected in November 2018 to her fifteenth term in the U.S. House of Representatives where she proudly represents California’s diverse and dynamic 43rd Congressional District.

Business7 years ago

Waters Convenes Hearing on Need for Diversity on Federal and Corporate Boards

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Strong diversity in the boardroom is critical to continued U. S. competitiveness and to ensuring that consumers of all backgrounds are served and...

Black History7 years ago

FILM REVIEW: Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “When she helped school her white editors on the power of her works and viewpoints on African American culture and experiences, she faced...

John Q. Jordan, New Journal and Guide Archives

Black History7 years ago

Black Troops Fought Bravely at Normandy 75 Years Ago

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Throughout WWII and especially D-Day in 1944, the Black Press dispatched reporters such as the New Journal and Guide’s John Q. ‘Rover’ Jordan,...

369th Experience members (Photo: Courtesy)

Black History7 years ago

369th Experience Band Ties HBCU Musicians to WWI Black History

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Thanks to the United States World War I Centennial Commission, Coca Cola and the network of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), a...

Cycle of Engagement is the DCCC’s multi-year strategy to make sure we earn the support of two of our key constituencies — people of color and younger Americans — early and turn them out to vote for Democrats for Congress. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

Community7 years ago

PRESS ROOM: DCCC Announces “Cycle of Engagement” – an Aggressive and Sustained Effort to Connect with People of Color and Young Voters

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Cycle of Engagement is the DCCC’s multi-year strategy to make sure we earn the support of two of our key constituencies — people...

Alicia Garza's new report offers insight into the needs of Black LGBT+ communities. (Courtesy photo)

2019 NNPA DTU Journalism Fellowship7 years ago

Black Lives Matter Co-Founder and Black Futures Lab Release Second Black Census Report

NNPA CHEVROLET DTU FELLOWS — The analysis of responses from over 5,300 participants in the 2019 Black Census, demonstrate that police violence and impunity — and...

Residents remain unconvinced of Providence Health System's new urgent care center benefits. (Courtesy photo)

2019 NNPA DTU Journalism Fellowship7 years ago

Providence Opening Urgent Care Center

NNPA CHEVROLET DTU FELLOWS — “Providence will continue to work toward meeting patient needs and addressing the social factors that influence a person’s health,” said Tamarah...

Gwen McKinney is President and Founder of McKinney & Associates Public Relations, for which she is responsible for translating the vision of "public relations with a conscience" into a sustained, bold and tested suite of communications services and activities. She is also the founder and lead collaborator for Suffrage.Race.Power.

Black History7 years ago

OP-ED: Women’s Suffrage Forged by Founding Sisters: Happy Birthday to Ida B.

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Ida B. revered the Black press as an organizing tool. Though her newspaper The Memphis Free Speech was destroyed by racist mobs, she...

2019 NNPA DTU Journalism Fellowship7 years ago

Ebony, Jet fire remainder of staff, may close its doors for good

THE ATLANTA VOICE — Timeless editions of Ebony featured some of the biggest stars in Black America, including issues covered by Diana Ross, Sidney Poitier, as...

“People aren’t able to go to the doctor because they can’t afford to and if you go to a hospital, you’re afraid to get hit with a $50,000 medical bill,” said Sanders, before promising that a Sanders Administration would work to provide medical coverage for all.

Black History7 years ago

Sen. Bernie Sanders Delivers Keynote at Black Press Event, Labels Trump “Racist and Worst President in History”

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “We have a president who deliberately is trying to divide America and not only do we have to defeat the worst president in...

Hosted by Radio One’s Lincoln Ware (third from left), the town hall’s panelists included (left to right): Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) Superintendent Laura Mitchell; NNPA National Chairman Dorothy R. Leavell; Lincoln Ware; NAACP Education Chair Treigg Turner; Cincinnati’s Pre-School Promise executive Vanessa White; NNPA ESSA Awareness Campaign program director Dr. Elizabeth Primas; and NNPA President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. and State Senator Cecil Thomas.

Black History7 years ago

NNPA Hosts ESSA National Black Parents Town Hall in Cincinnati

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), in partnership with the Cincinnati Herald, hosted a Black Parents’ Town Hall...

Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. and Lester Booker., the project manager for communications operations at General Motors touted the fourth year of the popular Discover the Unexpected Journalism Fellowship program (DTU) that was developed by Chevrolet in 2016 as an HBCU fellowship program.

2019 NNPA DTU Journalism Fellowship7 years ago

GM Exec Touts Chevrolet’s DTU Fellowships and other Programs that Feature HBCUs

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “There are so many great men and women that are being developed and minds that are being cared for, cultivated inside of the...

National Action Network (NAN) will continue to fight for Black and Brown communities and speak out against supporters of this race-based American tradition. (Photo: AFGE [CC BY 2.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)] / Wikimedia Commons)

Black History7 years ago

PRESS ROOM: Statement from Rev. Al Sharpton and National Action Network (NAN) regarding the Supreme Court’s Decision on Gerrymandering

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The highest court in the land, in fact, chose to condone partisan gerrymandering, a political tactic that has long been used to suppress...

Loretta Griffin (left), 68, trained for the Senior Olympics at the Bickford Aquatic Center with her coach Cynthia Dickerson. “I just think she’s a winner,” Dickerson said of Griffin. “You don’t find that in many people.” (Photo: George W. Tillman Jr.)

Black History7 years ago

68-year-old swimmer competes in National Senior Olympics

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Once she became a contestant for the local games, Loretta Griffin was told that she would need to participate in the state level...

With its annual convention in Cincinnati this year, the National Newspaper Publishers Association again gathers with its past and future in mind.

Black History7 years ago

The Storied History of the Black Press Part II

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “African American journalism has played a dual role, serving as purveyors of news and information and as agents of social change,” Dr. Jane...