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Black Excellence Celebrated at Annual Image Awards
Free Press of Jacksonville- The 2023 Jacksonville Image Awards kicked off Black History Month at the Wilson Center for the…
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Black History Month: Dr. Alyx Porter on Shaping the Future Generation of Physicians
Free Press of Jacksonville- Black History Month is commemorated every February. It’s a month for all people to celebrate and…
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Dr. Rex Fortune Remembered For Commitment To Serving Black Students, Parents
The Sacramento Observer- With a charter school system already bearing his name and a local elementary school set to follow…
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Calif. Advocates Shine Light on Pregnancy-Related Deaths Among Black Women
San Diego Voice and Viewpoint- April Valentine, 31, planned to celebrate her new birth with family and friends, but instead…
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‘1619 Project’ docuseries gives voice to untold history
THE LOUISIANA WEEKLY- In the trailer for the new Hulu docuseries on the groundbreaking “1619 Project,” creator and host Nikole…
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Another study links poverty to poor results at Louisiana schools
The Louisiana Weekly- (lailluminator.com) — A recent state analysis of Louisiana schools reflects what numerous other studies across the country…
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Announcing the recipients of the 2023 Georgia Titan 100
The Atlanta Voice- Titan CEO and headline sponsor Wipfli LLP are pleased to announce Kwame Johnson, President & CEO, Big…
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A Brief History of the Black Church’s Diversity, and its Vital Role in American Political History
SAN DIEGO VOICE AND VIEWPOINT- With religious affiliation on the decline, continuing racism and increasing income inequality, some scholars and…
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Black families’ food insecurity should make America ashamed
RollingOut.com- Food insecurity is a growing problem in black families, with more than one-third of African-Americans experiencing food insecurity. This…
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Black-Focused Organizations To Support During Black History Month And Beyond
Atlanta Daily World- While impactful organizations like Black Lives Matter and the NAACP have become household name organizations, there are…
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Black-owned Cosmetic Brand Will be Sold at Dillard University Bookstore
The New Orleans Tribune- As part of Dillard University’s annual Inauguration weekend in late January, Dr. Rochelle L. Ford, who…
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Cardin, Daines Introduce Permanent Reauthorization for Housing Tax Credit that has Promoted Growth in Underserved Communities
The Afro- WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Ben Cardin (D-Md.) and Steven Daines (R-Mont.), both members of the Senate Finance Committee,…
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The HBCU dilemma: is it okay to air our dirty laundry?
The Afro- Recent events at Jackson State University and Bethune-Cookman University have placed HBCUs under a microscope when it comes…
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The case for arts education
The Afro- Arts education changed the course of Fedrick C. Ingram’s life. In ninth grade, while living in housing projects…
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Psst, College Board: we see you’re not defending AP African American Studies
The Afro- The Florida Department of Education’s recent decision to reject the AP (Advanced Placement) African American Studies course is…
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Department of Commerce partners with Coppin State University to close West Baltimore’s digital divide
The Afro- On Jan. 30 the U.S. Department of Commerce announced a new collaborative broadband pilot program with Coppin State…
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City of Abraham Church and Ministries offers GED program to students in Baltimore
The Afro- The North Avenue Learning Initiative, a program run by City of Abraham Church and Ministries (COACM) is searching…
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Brooklyn O’Malley Boys and Girls Club: providing a calm refuge in the midst of Baltimore’s surge of youth violence
The Afro- Kids who find refuge at Brooklyn O’Malley Boys and Girls Club of Metropolitan Baltimore after school now have…
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BHM Events on Campus and MOLAA
The Precinct Reporter News Group- At Cal State University Long Beach, the breakout of cultural highlights starts Friday, February 3.…
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Black History Month Health Events Look at Race Bias
Precinct Reporter News- Long before race bias in health systems was trending, Ernesta Wright was pushing advocacy, trying to debunk…
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Dillard University Investiture Weekend Celebration to Install Dr. Rochelle L. Ford, APR, As Its Eighth President
New Orleans Data News Weekly- Dillard University held several events this past weekend to install Dr. Rochelle L. Ford, APR,…
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Texas Southern University named to NBCUniversal News Group’s NBCU Academy
Houston Forward Times- Texas Southern University (TSU) has been named to the NBCUniversal News Group’s NBCU Academy, joining 14 other…
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At Age 88, Birmingham Radio Legend Shelley Stewart: ‘I Ain’t Tired Yet’
The Birmingham Times- It’s an unseasonably warm January morning, and Dr. Shelley Stewart is sitting in his home office in…
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Attorney J. Mason Davis Forged a United Way For Students and Lawyers
The Birmingham Times- In 2019, the United Way of Central Alabama announced the launch of the J. Mason Davis Leadership…
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Black Leaders Ready to ‘Fight Like Hell’ Over African American Course Rejection
Free Press of Jacksonville- By Ryan Dailey – THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA – TALLAHASSEE — Saying that an African…
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African American Mayors Association awards Marion Barry Jr. Award to D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser
THE AFRO- On Jan. 20, the African American Mayors Association (AAMA) announced D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, as the inaugural recipient…
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LBCC Students Get Ready for Male Success Initiative
The Precinct Reporter News Group- Students will have one less thing to worry about this year at Long Beach City…
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Baltimore County Public School superintendent declines to renew contract, Randallstown NAACP calls for national search to find replacement
The Afro- Baltimore County Public Schools’ (BCPS) superintendent Darryl Williams announced on Jan. 23 that he would not renew his…
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Child poverty, transportation and schools in proposed state budget for next fiscal year
The Afro- Just two days into his historic term, Gov. Wes Moore unveiled a proposed budget that spells out his…
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Black students are still experiencing pandemic trauma
The Afro- Even as kids attend school in-person full-time again and life slowly returns to normal, they aren’t going to…
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Macy’s to hold month-long donation campaign to benefit United Negro College Fund
The Afro- To celebrate Black History Month, Macy’s on Feb. 1 will launch Black History. Black Brilliance., a month-long donation…
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Florida to Black People: We’re Not Teaching Your History
The Afro- The Florida Department of Education officially launched its 2023 Black History Month Student and Educator Contests with the…
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Education department announces new actions on Student Loan Relief
The Afro- Department of Education officials recently announced an overhaul of the federal government’s income-driven repayment plan to provide relief…
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Baltimore City Public Schools incorporate entrepreneurship into curriculum
The Afro- In 2021, Baltimore City Public Schools’ Office of College and Career Readiness released its latest strategic plan, which…
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Black men making a difference as mentors to young male students
The Afro- When Terrell Arrington was trying to steer an academic path through Prince George’s Community College in 2009, the…
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Breaking the School-to-Prison Cycle of Kids with Disabilities
The Afro- Whether it’s autism or dyslexia, emotional disturbances, or a hearing impairment, it’s easy for students with disabilities to…
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Morgan State trounces Coppin State in basketball double-header
The Afro- The Morgan State Bears clawed their way to victory in the anticipated annual matchup against crosstown rival Coppin…
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AFRO spotlight on Black excellence: six organizations with a social justice mission
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com The age-old adage tells us to put our money where our mouth is.…
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AFRO Agent of Change: how entrepreneur Matthew Reeds is improving health literacy in the Black community
By Jannette J. Witmyer, Special to the AFRO During his senior year as an undergraduate at Morgan State University, Matthew…
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Advocates urge educators to address student grief in school
THE AFRO- The COVID-19 pandemic and America’s continuing struggle with gun violence have shined a long overdue spotlight on the…
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Morgan State University Professor Anthony Estreet named CEO of the National Association of Social Workers
The Afro- Morgan State University (MSU) professor Anthony Estreet, Ph.D, has been selected to step into the role of chief…
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AFRO Person of the Year Westley Moore discusses 100-day plan ahead of January inauguration as Maryland’s first Black governor
THE AFRO- Maryland has produced more than a few legendary leaders. From internationally known abolitionists Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass,…
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Spotlight on Black excellence: twin brothers walk out their purpose with perseverance and grace
The Afro- Rasul and Malachi Wright know how to bring in a new year. The twin brothers, who closed out…
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Howard Law students assess United Nations’ progress on sustainable development goals
The Afro- The United Nations (UN) recently held the inaugural sessions of the Permanent Forum for People of African Descent…
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AFRO special announcement: Alexis Taylor named managing editor of the AFRO
THE AFRO- After serving the AFRO as editor for 10 years and managing editor for four years, Dorothy Boulware is…
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100 Black Men of Prince George’s County celebrates tenth anniversary at annual gala
THE AFRO- Representing Black excellence, doctors, lawyers, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and more than 200 supporters attended and made over $75,000…
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Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority and New Psalmist Baptist Church help students overcome food insecurity
The Afro- At Samuel Coleridge Taylor Elementary School in Baltimore City members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, along with volunteers…
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Dr. David S. Wilson, 10th President of Morgan State University
The NNPA's Nsenga K. Burton, Ph.D interviews Dr. David S. Wilson, 10th President of Baltimore MD's Morgan State University. On…
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‘Black don’t crack’– or does it? Top ways to take care of your skin in the new year
The Afro- The Cleveland Clinic reports that “melanin is a substance in your body that produces hair, eye and skin…
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