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MEDIA — The Foundation For Delaware County will host its first Get To Know Us event for Black-led nonprofits in Delaware County, Tuesday, Feb. 21 at the Boys and Girls Club of Chester.In partnership with the Philanthropy Network of Greater Philadelphia, the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey, and the Boys & Girls Club of Chester, Get to Know Us creates a safe space for Black-led nonprofits and funders to build and strengthen authentic relationships and offers an opportunity for funders to learn about the impact of local, Black-led nonprofits and their work in Delaware County.Anyone who…

A week after Indiana Gov. Mike Braun signed an executive order eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion efforts by the state government, President Donald Trump rescinded a Biden administration order aimed at advancing racial equity through the federal government. This move has sparked a range of reactions among southern Indiana residents.Ian Williams, a business owner and board president of Jeffersonville’s chapter of the Indiana Black Expo, said the organization was born out of frustration with the lack of support.”Myself and many others just felt like the support systems, structure and resources that were supposed to help us be a success in…

Max Matza & Christal HayesBBC NewsReporting fromAltadena, California BBCHipolito Cisneros examines the charred remains of his home in aftermath of the Eaton Fire in CaliforniaProfessional chef Daron Anderson always tells people he was “born in the kitchen” – quite literally.The 45-year-old was delivered by homebirth at 295 West Las Flores Drive, where he lived with his mother until this week.On Thursday, he stepped over charred debris where his kitchen once stood in Altadena, a tight-knit neighbourhood of north-eastern Los Angeles.He was looking for his cast-iron pans in the hope they might have survived the blaze, one of several historic fires…

Minneapolis, MN — After boycotting Target for Black History Month, activists and residents in Minnesota are continuing that boycott indefinitely until the corporation brings back their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs. During a protest at Target’s downtown Minneapolis corporate office on Feb. 27, speakers called for a “buycott” of Black businesses, advocated for picketing outside of Target stores and vowed to not shop at Target. “We want to make sure that we’re holding Target, in our community, accountable for the promises that they made following George Floyd’s murder by Minneapolis police,” said Monique Cullars-Doty, co-founder of Black Lives Matter…

Hattie Canty, the late labor activist who became the first Black female president of the Culinary Local 226, will be recognized when the Springs Preserve hosts its 16th annual Black History Month Festival in February. According to a Springs Preserve news release, the theme of this year’s event is “African Americans and Labor,” and it will celebrate Black people’s contributions to Southern Nevada’s history. Canty, who died in Las Vegas in 2012, also helped establish the Culinary Training Academy (now known as the Culinary Academy of Las Vegas), which has trained people in hospitality careers for three decades. The festival…

Amazon logo is seen outside Amazon delivery station in Skokie, Illinois on Dec. 19 2024.Kamil Krzacynski / AFP via Getty ImagesAn organization is calling for a national boycott in the form of an “economic blackout” on Friday, urging Americans not to shop for 24 hours.This movement, spearheaded by The People’s Union USA, a grassroots group, follows the rollback of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at several companies, including Target. The boycott coincides with protests against President Donald Trump’s plans to reduce the government workforce and mass firings at federal agencies.“For generations our families worked, sacrificed, and fought to build a…

The Institute of Women’s Policy Research shows that around 31% of all women will experience domestic violence. For Black women, that statistic is more than 40%. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Domestic violence is an issue that impacts all communities. However, studies show Black women are affected more than any other race or ethnicity.  The Institute of Women’s Policy Research shows that around 31% of all women will experience domestic violence. For Black women, that statistic is more than 40%. “I’m here today to say I survived it,” said Tiffanie. WBIR chose not to reveal her last name, out of concern for…

Our list is still incomplete. Know a business we missed? Let us know at [email protected]. Amid protests focusing the nation’s attention on systemic racism, Black-owned small businesses will have to weather what could be the worst economic downturn in recent memory caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. GEORGETOWNBUTCHER/FACEBOOK | Wendell Allsbrook (second from left), having worked previously at The Organic Butcher of McLean, opened Georgetown Butcher on March 9 at 3210 Grace St. NW, just across from the C&O Canal. The pandemic has only aggravated existing inequities. In March, Congress passed the CARES Act, which included the U.S. Small Business Administration’s…

Bmorenews’ founder is Doni M. Glover, a McNair Scholar who graduate from Coppin State (’93-’96) who has also done graduate work at Morgan State University in International Affairs. In addition to being a noted news talk radio host for the past 19 years, he has also appeared on local and national radio and television networks, including TV One’s Roland Martin Show and on CNN with Carol Costello. It should be noted that his television career took-off at WBAL TV 11 in Baltimore where he has provided political analysis since 2001. Source link

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