News by subject: BLK

Jumo Health, a global provider of age-appropriate, culturally relevant medical education resources, today announced that it has appointed Snev Dorsonne as its Chief Operating Officer to enhance its overall business operations and delivery model....

Leslie Coleman, a distinguished Global Human Resources Leader and the Founder of Resume Executive has accepted the role of Chair of the Board of Directors. Her exceptional...

Perfect Game, the world's largest youth baseball and softball platform and scouting service, has partnered with Beyond Sports Lab, a minority-owned indoor baseball facility in Little Rock, Ark., that provides baseball development to underserved...

Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III will be formally installed as the President and CEO of Rainbow PUSH Coalition on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 7 PM at the Black Academy of Arts and Letters (1323 Canton St, Dallas, TX 75202). The sold-out installation...

Diversity Woman Magazine announces its fourth annual 'ELITE 100' issue, a tribute to 100 extraordinary Black...

Today, the Nearest & Jack Advancement Initiative (NJAI), the first-of-its-kind incubator created by Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey and Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey to diversify the current and future leaders in the spirits industry, announced the...

Today, SheaMoisture announced the launch of its first-ever deodorant range which includes six antiperspirants and two whole-body deodorant options designed specifically for the needs of melanin-rich skin. The line is Black dermatologist approved and...

Susan G. Komen®, the world's leading breast cancer organization, has launched the Stand for H.E.R. ? A Health Equity Revolution Breast Cancer Impact Report. This transformative report not only exposes the stark breast cancer health disparities faced...

National Vision, Inc. the nation's second largest optical retailer and provider of quality, affordable eye care and eyewear, announced its collaboration with women and Black-owned eyewear company, Vontélle Eyewear, on an exclusive frame collection...

In honor of Black History Month, Idyllwild Arts Academy announces its annual Black History jazz concert, which is free and open to the public, and will take place at the school's stunning campus on February 17 from 7.30pm to 9pm (Lowman Concert Hall,...

Today, YSL Beauty announces Brazilian actress, model and rising "it girl," Bruna Marquezine as its newest US Makeup Ambassador, continuing the brand's legacy of championing empowerment. Joining Lila Moss and Lil Nas X, Bruna Marquezine embodies a...

Ooume, a Black-owned brand specializing in curly hair care for children, is pleased to announce its official launch. Consciously created by founder Briana Davis, Ooume is dedicated to providing gentle, effective and natural hair care products that...

In launching the latest issue in its ongoing Commemorating Black History fine silver coin series, the Royal Canadian Mint is honouring the community of Amber Valley, Alberta, founded in 1910 by African American families from Oklahoma, Texas and other...

Award-winning actor and bestselling author Whoopi Goldberg has inked a deal with Blackstone Publishing to release an intimate and heartfelt memoir of her early life: a moving tribute from a daughter to her mother titled Bits and Pieces: My Mother, My...

Faith for Black Lives announces a "Pilgrimage for Peace" from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC to demand a ceasefire in Gaza in response to the International Court of Justice's report. Beginning on Ash Wednesday, February 14 to February 21, 2024,...

Vontélle Eyewear is proud to announce its latest collaboration with Legends Recordings, launching the highly anticipated 50th Hip Hop Commemorative Collection. These groundbreaking designs pay homage to the rich history and cultural impact of hip...

In one of the state's most highly-anticipated events, and just days before Super Bowl LVIII up the inaugural Tim & Sherice Brown Celebrity Golf Invitational swings into action. The event takes place on Thursday, February 8, from 10 AM to 1 PM at the...

The pivotal role of African American military service members during World War II will be the focus of the University of Houston Law Center's 2024 Black History Month Lecture on Monday, Feb. 5....

Provost and Senior Vice President of Fielding Graduate University, Wendi S. Williams, Ph.D., is running for the presidency of the American Psychological Association (APA)....

Loretta Parham, chief executive officer and director of the Robert W. Woodruff Library of the Atlanta University Center Inc., will retire after 19 years of outstanding leadership of the Library. The Board of Trustees and governing body of the AUC...

Langco + Partners is proud to announce that filmmaker, professor, and folklorist Dr. Kern Jackson was honored by the Port City Chapter of Blacks In Government (BIG) with its "Community Service Award" at the organization's 34th Annual Dr. Martin...

Gaby Natale has been selected by SUCCESS Magazine, the leading U.S. business publication renowned for inspiring personal and professional development Gaby Natale as a "Woman of Influence." This recognition celebrates Natale's outstanding achievements...

New grantees with world premieres this month include Sundance 2024 films Union and The Battle for Laikipia and International Film Festival Rotterdam 2024 title Mario Oscar®-shortlisted documentary Going to Mars among others receiving additional...

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...