News by subject: BLK

In Canada, diversity is our strength. That is why the Government of Canada is investing in initiatives that empower Black Canadians and address longstanding and systemic racism issues affecting them in the areas of recognition, justice, and...

Today, Urban One, Inc. (the "Company") reported that it received an Additional Staff Delisting Determination (the "Additional Staff Determination") from the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq"), noting that the...

BLAQ Luxury Hair Products (pronounced Black), an esteemed Black-owned and Jamaican-founded beauty brand, today announced the beginning of its weeklong BLAQ Friday Sale and BLAQ Friday Giveaway Contest. From Monday, November 20 through Monday,...

As a dog food company committed to providing the best nutrition for your canine companions, Bully Max is proud to announce the launch of our latest innovation: Bully Max 24/14 High Protein & Growth Puppy Food. This premium formula is specifically...

Dream Chasers Capital, Carver Bancorp's largest minority shareholder, encourage investors to call and email the bank to accept its improved $3.25 per share offer-an over 100% premium to the current stock price.  A public company's stock price and...

CNO Financial Group announced today that for the second consecutive year, the company is donating $50,000 to the African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs (The Alliance). The national membership organization of 76 Black-led community development...

SUPERCHARGED® By Kwanza Jones releases two new tracks titled, "Charging Forward" and "Hey Boost Friend." These songs carry powerful messages that encourage fans to keep moving forward and bring others along....

Google, in collaboration with the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC), proudly announces the launch of the fourth annual Black-owned Friday campaign. This initiative aims to drive support...

Tiptonville, Tennessee-- On Thursday, November 2, 2023, six men incarcerated at the Northwest Correctional Complex (NWCX) marched across the stage to receive their Bachelor of Science in Business degree from Lane College....

When diverse female professionals are brought together in sisterhood, amazing things happen. Just ask any of the women who attended this year's Black Girls Golf Executive Member Retreat....

Canada Black Music Archives (CBMA) is excited to announce its official launch as a digital repository dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich and diverse musical heritage of Black Canadians....

According to a new report from GoDaddy's Venture Forward research initiative, Black women remain the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs, more than doubling since August 2019. Black women total 10% of total entrepreneurs surveyed for the latest...

The Toyota Lexus Minority Owners Dealership Association (TLMODA) is once again renewing its partnership with The Salvation Army to address the increasing food insecurity challenges families face across the country during the Thanksgiving break....

Top Latina speaker and triple EMMY winning journalist Gaby Natale, delivered a powerful keynote speech at the Walmart Global Headquarters as part of the "Live and Lead" Speaker Series. The event brought together over 1300 Walmart associates from...

In a new report, Americans' Views of U.S. Foster Care: Elevating Black Americans' Perspectives and Experiences, Kidsave and Gallup examine how the American public ? especially Black Americans ? view the foster care system and adoption from foster...

Today, the Tigerlily Foundation  (Tigerlily), a leading breast cancer patient advocacy organization, and Labcorp, a global leader of innovative and comprehensive laboratory services, announced the launch of I AM INCLUDED, a co-developed, modernized,...

The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is pleased to announce the completion of its celebrated fellowship initiative, the African Humanities Program. ACLS will join past...

At a press conference today, Entergy launched a new initiative ? The Power of Prosperity ? a partnership with Single Stop and Stackwell to support Historically Black College and University, or HBCU, students to ensure their success and position them...

Today, BLACK ENTERPRISE, the premier Black-owned digital media brand dedicated to providing business, investment, and wealth-building resources for African Americans, unveiled its highly anticipated 40 Under 40 Class of 2023, showcasing a remarkable...

The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) today announced the appointment of Earl Granger, III as Chief Development and Impact Officer, effective November 15, 2023. The ELC is the preeminent global membership organization for Black current and former...

As Transgender Day of Remembrance approaches, national LGBTQ+ nonprofit Destination Tomorrow reflects on its impact within the Atlanta community after one year of operating a community center tailor-made to serve queer and Trans individuals living in...

REVOLT, America's fastest-growing Black-owned multimedia empire, today is proud to announce its fall 2023 podcast class. Featuring 12 dynamic new shows, REVOLT's growing podcast lineup includes captivating series spanning across music, culture,...

AdTheorent Holding Company, Inc. , a machine-learning pioneer and industry leader using privacy-forward solutions to deliver measurable value for programmatic advertisers, and Hero Media, a next-generation Black-owned media and ad tech company, today...

Rimidi, an Atlanta-based digital health company focused on optimizing clinical workflows, enhancing patient experiences, and achieving quality objectives for chronic disease management, today announced the company is now partnering with Brighter Day...

Today, Dove and Open Source Afro Hair Library launch Code my Crown ? the world's first complete and free guide for coding textured hair and protective styles in video games. Created by Black artists, Code my Crown is an...

New survey reveals risky gap between knowing and doing  Survey Key findings: 79% of Black men know genetic information can help improve prostate cancer treatment options.75% of Black men know inherited gene mutations can increase their risk for...

The Atlanta Business Chronicle announced that Operation HOPE's Founder, Chairman and CEO John Hope Bryant received its 2023 Outstanding Voice Award at its Annual Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Awards. During the event, Bryant reflected on the...

CCM Hockey is proud to announce their multi-year partnership extension with the Hockey Diversity Alliance, an organization that strives to eradicate systemic racism and intolerance in hockey, as well as inspire a new and diverse generation of...

Pharrell Williams' Black Ambition, the non-profit initiative dedicated to supporting Black and Hispanic entrepreneurs, has awarded $1 million dollars to Antoinette Banks, CEO and Founder of Expert IEP, a parent-facing app that optimizes existing...

Entergy is pleased to serve as the diamond sponsor for the 50th Annual Bayou Classic, an annual event that celebrates the rich heritage and legacy of America's Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Entergy has a longstanding commitment to...

Private School Village (PSV), a parent-focused nonprofit organization that supports Black and brown families across more than 65 Los Angeles private schools, celebrated its 5th anniversary at the Annual PSV Sneaker Soiree on Saturday, November 4,...

WHO: Birmingham Mayor Randall WoodfinJustin Williams, Board President of the Birmingham RealtistsWiley S. Adams, President-elect of the National Bar Association Dr. Courtney Johnson Rose, NAREB National President NAREB Celebrity...

Dr. Shawn Joseph, Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, Director/Codirector of the Superintendent Academies at Howard University, and Founder of Joseph and Associates LLC, is providing scholarship to a Black male student...

Thursday, Carmen Tapio, CEO of the largest, African-American-owned business in Nebraska spoke at Heartland Forward's national summit sharing what the city of Omaha is doing to promote economic growth, her insights on economic development and the...

The desire to connect with local cultures and communities is one of the biggest trends driving travel decisions in 2024. Asheville meets the moment with new opportunities to explore the region's deeply-rooted traditions and heritage ? reinvigorated...

SMPTE®, the home of media professionals, technologists, and engineers, recently announced that on Feb. 6-7, 2024, the Society will host its inaugural Power of Color Symposium at Clark Atlanta University in Atlanta, Georgia. With its unique focus on...

The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) proudly announces a new, game-changing partnership with Google. This collaboration is dedicated to leveraging Google's STEAM platform systems to nurture young college talent, ensuring they have the...

WHAT:NAREB releases its 2023 State of Housing in Black America (SHIBA) report that provides a comprehensive analysis of Black homeownership and the historical barriers Blacks face when seeking to purchase a home. Black homeownership was impeded even...

Dr. Shawn Joseph, Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies and Leader of the Superintendent Academies at Howard University, published an article titled, "Superintendents as social justice advocates for African American female...

The Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium (Southern Black Girls), a disruptor in grantmaking for underfunded organizations that intentionally support Black girls and women in the south, has launched their latest grant cycle for their signature...

In a momentous celebration of cinematic history and cultural diversity, the iconic Blacklight Film Festival, commemorating its 50th Anniversary as part of Chicago Filmmakers, is set to collaborate with the esteemed Black Harvest Film Festival. This...

Black Health Matters (BHM) announced Corynne L. Corbett has been named editorial director for the nation's leading provider of digital health and wellness solutions for African American consumers and patients. BHM's various online and experiential...

"We don't give negroes purple hearts."   COUSIN OF EMMETT TILL DENIED THE PURPLE HEART MEDAL BASED ON RACEThose are the words Jerry Smith Sr. was told while getting medical attention from a Vietnam War medic. Today, the...

CCRM Fertility, a global pioneer in fertility treatment, research, and science, today released results from their inaugural Black Fertility Matters survey* on the experiences of Black women and men related to fertility health. CCRM Fertility's Black...

The Athlete's Foot (TAF), in partnership with the KXNGPXN Skating Alliance, has presented "The Athlete of the Rink: Showcasing Skate Talent Nationwide." This electrifying skate competition, crafted to celebrate and uplift the revitalized skate...

Empowering people. Transforming communities. Uniting the city. More Than $1 Million Will Be Invested in the Baltimore Area to Provide Hope, Necessary Resources, Opportunity and Entrepreneurial Education to Community Members in Baltimore and...

The Federation of African Canadian Economics (FACE) released its 2022/2023 annual report showcasing its commitment to driving generational wealth, economic empowerment, and strategic collaborations within the Black community....

Today, Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT) published its Black Equity at Work (BEW) Certification Program Analytics & Insights Report, which evaluates three years of unique data compiled from 74 employers involved in MLT's BEW program. Based...

Storied Tuskegee Airman James Harvey III was honorarily promoted to Colonel during halftime of the Air Force vs. Army game on Nov. 4 before tens of thousands of spectators at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo....

The Kroger Co. Foundation today announced the scholarship award recipients and entrepreneurial pitch competition results from its third annual Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Innovation Challenge in collaboration with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund...