African American Interest

African American Interest

African American Interests News, including Black PR News, Urban, and People of Color

African American Interest

African American Interest
African American Interests News, including Black PR News, Urban, and People of Color

Philanthropist Sandra J. Evers-Manly Establishes The Dr. John Brooks Slaughter NSBE Endowed Fund

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Sandra Evers-Manly, a visionary champion of untold stories, cultural empowerment and educational opportunity, has established the Dr. John Brooks Slaughter NSBE Fund at the University of Southern California's Viterbi School of Engineering, continuing her lifelong mission of breaking barriers and illuminating extraordinary legacies, the BHERC announced today.

BHERC festival will feature over 60 short films, three feature films, honoree tributes, and panel discussions

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) returns with their fan-favorite event, "A Great Day in Black Hollywood," which honors ground-breaking talent, community leaders, and organizations making a difference both in Hollywood and the community. This opening celebration kicks-off their 30th Annual S.E. Manly African-American Short Film Festival (SEMAASFF).

Glancy Wine Education Foundation and Association of African American Vintners Partner to Expand Scholarship Opportunities

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Association of African American Vintners (AAAV) and The Glancy Wine Education Foundation are pleased to announce a collaboration designed to broaden scholarship opportunities. Starting in January 2025, the new partnership will offer AAAV members increased access to the funds necessary for advancing their professional wine education.

BHERC Caps-Off Another Monumental Year with 30th Annual S.E. Manly African-American Short Film Festival at Regal @ LA LIVE

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) President Sandra J. Evers-Manly is pleased to announce the 30th Annual S. E. Manly African American Short Film Festival (SEMAASFF), will take place November 15, 2024; and is kicking off with its historic opening event, "Great Night in Black Hollywood," the weekend of November 15, to open the occasion's weekend.

Georgia Black Women’s Roundtable Mobilizes Women and Youth to ‘Overload the Polls’ on First Day of 2024 Early Voting

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- In a powerful show of civic engagement, state and local leaders converged upon the C.T. Martin Recreation Center polling location on Tuesday for a press conference in support of "Overload the Polls," a statewide voter mobilization effort kicking off the first day of early voting. Spearheaded by Georgia Black Women's Roundtable (BWR), Georgia Coalition for the People's Agenda (People's Agenda), RISE, Black Youth Vote, and other advocacy organizations, the initiative rolled out in 32 counties across the state, aiming to drive a surge in voter participation.

Global Environmental Leaders Kick Off 2024 Climate Week NYC at HBCU Green Fund’s Fourth Annual Climate Justice Summit

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Amid growing global calls for climate reparations and justice, over 350 global leaders, activists, and students convened in historic Harlem for the HBCU Green Fund's fourth annual Climate Justice Summit: People Deliver. This event kicked off Climate Week NYC with two days of impactful discussions addressing urgent climate challenges facing marginalized communities while advancing solutions rooted in racial and economic justice.

Black Youth Groups Convene to Announce 50-Day Voter Mobilization Plan and Demand Action on Key Issues Identified in Black Youth Agenda

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- MEDIA ADVISORY: In response to dangerous policies outlined in Project 2025 and the ongoing frustration voiced by Black youth that their votes are courted but their voices remain unheard, the Young Black Lawyers Organizing Coalition (YBLOC) and HBCU Green Fund will host Vision Forward to chart the course for a policy-driven Black youth movement.

Klaiyi Hair’s 7th Anniversary: Double Wear Wig for Black Girls

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Dear Klaiyi girls, Klaiyi Human Hair Wig Company ("Klaiyi Hair") is about to launch an innovative wig for the whole world: the double wear wig. This is a special thank you from Klaiyi to their customers on the occasion of their 7th anniversary. From glueless wigs to put on and go wigs, bye bye knots, pre-everything wigs, and now double wear wigs, let's look forward to this new product together.

HBCU Green Fund Presents GreenFest 2024 in Atlanta: A Celebration of Sustainability, Culture, and Community Unity

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The HBCU Green Fund is proud to announce GreenFest 2024, a vibrant celebration of sustainability, culture, and the power of unity within the Black community on Saturday, September 7, at Truly Living Well Farm in Atlanta, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The free, public event will feature food, live performances, eco workshops, activities for children, and an opportunity to meet V-103s Big Tigger who will broadcast live from the event.

Digital Underground Co-Founder Chopmaster J Survives Heart Surgery, and Near-Death Experience, Announces New Album and Podcast with Son S.O.T.U.

eNewsChannels NEWS: -- As hip-hop celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023, Jimi "Chopmaster J" Dright, co-founder of the iconic group Digital Underground (DU), faced significant health challenges, causing him to miss much of the celebration. Together with his son, S.O.T.U., they are preparing to release "Sex Packets 2 - The ReUp" and launch a new podcast, "The Chop Shop."

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