News by subject: BLK

Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that 36 Black and Hispanic/Latino entrepreneurs from seven industry segments were selected for the 2024 EY Entrepreneurs Access Network (EAN)....

Among soul music fans, few things are as emotionally charged as comparisons between Stax Records and Motown.  And now the Stax Music Academy has created a Black History Month production with an educational companion study...

Helen Callier, president of Bradlink LLC will serve as a panelist during a session at the Texas Department of Transportation Austin District (TxDOT). Bradlink, an industry recognized technical services firm and DBE certified firm, works on transit,...

Honda has launched a new,...

Today is the World Day for African and Afrodescendant Culture, a day to honour and celebrate the cultural diversity of the African continent and its diaspora. This is the perfect time to highlight the important contributions made to society by the...

HSN®, a leader in livestream shopping and video storytelling, today announced an exclusive collaboration with Harlem's Fashion Row (HFR), tapping four of the agency's top designers, each with their own fresh, distinct perspective. Debuting next month...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the World Day for African and Afrodescendant Culture: "Today, on the World Day for African and Afrodescendant Culture, we honour the rich heritage and important...

Echo360, the most comprehensive, global, SaaS-based video platform for creating, delivering, and measuring learning engagement outcomes in any learning environment, announced its annual grants program today across global education, business, and...

The Division of Arkansas Heritage invites visitors and residents to spend their Spring Break exploring the Black experience in Arkansas....

A ribbon of brain tissue called cortical gray matter grows thinner in people who go on to develop dementia, and this appears to be an accurate biomarker of the disease five to 10 years before symptoms appear, researchers from The University of Texas...

As Jelani Travel marks its 10th year of operation, the company has curated over 600 travel experiences, visited 108 countries, explored 6 continents, and ventured into 35 states. The celebration reflects a decade of commitment to fostering...

On behalf of the Los Angeles Urban League, we are deeply heartbroken to learn of the passing of Dexter Scott King. He was the youngest son of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and a charismatic man of many talents. While Dexter Scott King was an author and...

Today, at an event in Chatham, Ont., Canada Post unveiled a new Black History Month stamp honouring Mary Ann Shadd. An abolitionist, educator, newspaper publisher and lawyer, Shadd broke boundaries throughout her life as she fought for the rights of...

The Atlanta University Center Consortium's Center for Public Service received $2M in funding in May 2023 to begin a Center for Excellence in Public & Government Service and has moved forward with building programming, an upcoming summer cohort, and...

The Fight For Black Lives documentary is premiering at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival in February. Directed by University of Chicago professor Dr. Micere Keels, the film explores racial health disparities, specifically examining how...

KeyBank announced placement of $50 million in deposits with six Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs), including four Black-owned banks or managed banks and two banks serving Alaskan Native...

Cynthia Mitchell Heard, President & CEO of the Los Angeles Urban League, (LAUL) and the LAUL Board of Directors, is pleased to announce the appointment of David P. Anderson, MSSE as its new Chief Operating Officer effective immediately....

For the tenth consecutive year Operation HOPE, the nation's leading non-profit dedicated to financial literacy, is receiving an overall Four-Star Rating ? the highest possible rating from Charity Navigator. The recognition places Operation HOPE among...

In collaboration with the Division of Festivals, the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) Department of Tourism announces the official dates for the 2024 St. Thomas Carnival. Scheduled to be held from April 28 to May 5, 2024, this year's annual celebration is...

Today, Do No Harm announced it voluntarily dropped a lawsuit against Health Affairs' Health Equity Fellowship for Trainees after Health Affairs eliminated its discriminatory racial eligibility requirements. In September 2022, Do No Harm filed a...

FanDuel, North America's premier online gaming company, today announced a $1 million donation supporting the UNCF (United Negro College Fund) whose mission is to build a robust and nationally recognized pipeline of under-represented students who,...

Attorney Zulu Ali and Attorney Whitney Ali are listed as two of the Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD), Law and Justice Edition (https://www.mipad.org/files/MIPAD-ANNOUNCEMENT-2022-Online-Version.pdf).  The Most Influential People of...

Today marks Lincoln Alexander Day, a day in honour of an extraordinary man of law who left an indelible mark on Canadian history. His contributions and legacy have been instrumental in shaping the diverse and inclusive Canada we know today. The...

The City College of New York is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jervette R. Ward as director of the Black Studies Program in the Division of Humanities and the Arts. After a national search, Dean Renata Kobetts Miller said, "As President...

Back 2 Basickz Youth Support Services is hosting the grand opening of their new location for Black youth in Scarborough on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 from 3:30 ? 7:00 pm at 880 Ellesmere Road (3rd floor), in partnership with Frontlines. The event...

Gracenote, the content metadata business unit of Nielsen, is joining forces with leading advocates for equitable representation in media on a new Studio System feature, Diversity Spotlight. The enhancement leverages insights from IllumiNative, Gold...

Step into the wide world of homeschooling at The Flourish 2024: Black Family Homeschool Conference this January 24-26 during National School Choice Week. With panels covering topics from autism awareness to NCAA eligibility for homeschoolers, the...

Behring Co., a leading real estate private equity and EB-5 Regional Center operator headquartered in Blackhawk, California, is thrilled to announce a significant achievement for its latest EB-5 investment offering, Residential Income and Strategic...

The Descendants Truth & Reconciliation Foundation today announced applications are now open for an advancement of education scholarship program in partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF). The scholarships will provide Descendants of...

MOVE AFRIKA TOUR EXPANDS TO INCLUDE BOTH EAST & WEST AFRICA IN 2024 Ghana to join Rwanda as a host nation for Move Afrika 2024, a long-term, large-scale effort to pioneer a first-of-its-kind international music touring circuit across the African...

Canada Post invites you to the unveiling of a special stamp in honour of educator, lawyer and abolitionist Mary Ann Shadd on Tuesday, January 23 at 10 am EST in Chatham, Ont. Founder of The Provincial Freeman, Mary Ann Shadd was the first Black...

Coston Consulting, a Black-owned business advisory firm that specializes in the legal industry, has announced the launch of the Coston Elevate Curriculum, a video-based eLearning program designed to help law firm associates and junior partners...

Sweetkiwi, a pioneer in innovative health-conscious frozen desserts, in collaboration with Broadus Foods, announces the exciting launch of a unique range of Frozen Greek Yogurt Bars. Inspired by the much-loved Snoop Cereal flavors, this partnership...

The Gordon Parks Foundation has announced its 2024 fellowship recipients: conceptual artist and Howard University Professor Larry W. Cook, photographer and social justice artist Tonika Lewis Johnson, and award-winning author D. Watkins, who is the...

WillDom, a prominent figure in technology and innovation, proudly unveils the latest episode in its Tech Terminals series, hosted by Christian Cox, Managing Director at WillDom Orlando with 8+ years leading product development projects. This episode,...

The ALIVE Podcast Network, a leading media-tech platform dedicated to amplifying Black voices and increasing monetization, is excited to announce its partnership with Barometer, a renowned provider of brand suitability and safety solutions for...

With Canada's population becoming increasingly diverse, it is essential that we strengthen our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive society and provide support to organizations that are dedicated to driving positive change in communities...

Black Alphabet NFP, an organization championing the Black LGBTQ+ community's empowerment, proudly announces its latest initiatives. These include the introduction of free art therapy programs in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs and the upcoming...

The Nathan Cummings Foundation (NCF) announced today that it is accepting proposals for grants and program-related investments (PRIs). This grant and PRI opportunity flows from the foundation's strategic plan to activate the totality of its assets to...

On MLK Day, legendary artist, actor, basketball enthusiast, and co-founder of the BIG3 professional basketball league, Ice Cube, achieved another milestone in his illustrious career as he was honored with the prestigious Naismith Hall of Fame Award....

Lavior Pharma (Lavior), the exclusive company offering comprehensive over-the-counter diabetic wound and skin treatments, announces a partnership with the American Diabetes Association (ADA) to further its mission of providing life-changing solutions...

Today, SheaMoisture, a global beauty and personal care pioneer is launching its first ever collection of antiperspirant underarm and whole body deodorant specifically designed to meet all the needs of rich melanin skin: superior sweat and odor...

The Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, will make an important funding announcement and reveal this year's theme for Black History Month on Tuesday. Minister Khera will be joined by the Honourable...

Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, the top-selling Black-owned spirits brand in the world, has announced the launch of its second annual HBCU Old Fashioned Challenge, a nationwide initiative to raise funds for Historically Black Colleges and Universities...

Aspen Neuroscience, Inc., a private biotechnology company developing the first autologous neuron replacement therapies to treat Parkinson's disease (PD), announced today the appointment of Ana Sousa, MSJ as the company's Chief Regulatory Officer....

Clear Channel Outdoor , one of the world's largest out of home (OOH) media providers, and Big Brothers Sisters of America (BBBSA), the preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization in the United States, today announced the launch of a...

It's time to hear from Momma. With the momentum of National School Choice Week behind them, Black Mothers Forum is hosting a large-scale rally at the nation's capital on Wednesday, Jan. 24. Set against the iconic backdrop of the Lincoln Memorial in...

The Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, will make an important funding announcement and reveal this year's theme for Black History Month on Tuesday. Minister Khera will be joined by the Honourable...

The Sharing the Power Foundation (www.sharingthepower.org) has announced its 2023 Grant Award Winners. The foundation was established in 2021 to offer financial assistance to organizations that serve historically underserved urban and rural...

Amidst the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Henry Beecher Hicks III, the CEO and President of the National Black MBA, penned an op-ed titled "Together We Are the Dream," which explores the profound and complex facets of his vision for a...