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Continuing its commitment to building the next generation of HBCU legacy leaders, the HBCU Executive Leadership Institute  (ELI) at Clark Atlanta University, today announced its receipt of a grant for $1.2 million from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative....

First Horizon Corporation, has been recognized by DiversityComm Magazine as a 2024 Top Black Employer.  Each year, DiversityComm,...

The BOSS Network, an online community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through digital content, programs and event-based networking, has announced awarding $50,000 each in grants and scholarships in partnership with...

Onyx Initiative, a Toronto based non-profit that was established in 2020 to bridge the pervasive and systemic gap in the recruitment, selection, and retention of Black college and university students, and recent...

A new study from Lendio ranks the top 20 states for minority entrepreneurs. To produce the rankings, Lendio evaluated eight critical metrics including small business loan accessibility, entrepreneurship rates, job growth, and income equality....

Meridian in Michigan, a leading managed care organization in the state of Michigan and a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation , announced a partnership with the Wayne Mobile Health Unit (WMHU) to improve maternal and infant health and...

The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Boston Professionals invites you to the 6th Annual Inspire STEM Scholarship and Awards Gala, taking place on February 24th, 2024, at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport. Presented by Amgen, this...

In recognition of Black History Month, the Duke Energy Foundation has provided $75,000 in grants to organizations in South Carolina that serve African American communities with programs, services and cultural experiences....

On June 28-29, (Friday and Saturday), leaders at the nation's top financial services advisory firms will be gathering at the industry's first Black African American Coalition (BAAC) Symposium. Being held in Atlanta, Georgia, the purpose of the...

The Preservation Society of Newport County, in partnership with the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society, will launch the exhibition "Gilded Age Newport in Color" at Rosecliff on March 15, taking visitors back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries...

The Dr. Huey P. Newton Foundation will host its annual celebration of Dr. Huey P. Newton at the new Black Panther Party Museum in downtown Oakland on what would have been announced his 82nd birthday ? February 17, 2024, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  ...

The much-anticipated HBCU First LOOK Film Festival (HBCUFLF), championed by the Obamas, announces the dates of the 2nd annual festival on November 8-10, 2024. The special convening will return to Howard University, for a celebration rooted in...

Note: All times local. Toronto, Ontario Private meetings. 10:00 a.m. As part of pre-budget consultations, the Deputy Prime Minister will meet with a group of housing advocates and experts.      Closed to media. 11:30 a.m. As part of pre-budget...

While Black consumers frequently report facing numerous signs of financial stress, expectations that their financial health will improve far exceed that of consumers from other demographics, according to the results of a new survey by Achieve, the...

Note: All times local. Toronto, Ontario Private meetings. 10:00 a.m. As part of pre-budget consultations, the Deputy Prime Minister will meet with a group of housing advocates and experts.      Closed to media. 11:30 a.m. As part of pre-budget...

To commemorate Black History Month, the YMCA African American and Hispanic Latino CEO networks announced they will lead a nationwide pledge to engage at least 100,000 Black and Brown youth annually to foster academic achievement, college readiness...

The Million Dollar Executive Dinner hosted by Andre Farr held in Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday, February 10, 2024 was a night to remember. This ultra-exclusive fete at Picasso inside the Bellagio, was the most elegant event of the Super Bowl...

The Rare Disease Day Coalition (RDDC) is thrilled to announce the upcoming 2nd Annual Rare Disease Day Reception, including their inaugural RISE awards, scheduled for February 28th, 2024, in Washington, DC. The reception, set to take place at...

The year 2024 looks to be a promising one for Burrell Communications Group, one of the world's most highly regarded multicultural advertising agencies, as the company is leading off the year with an exciting new business win, bringing home the ANTA...

BLAQ Luxury Hair, the Black-owned and woman founded plant powered all natural hair care line born from the need to create a solution to the adverse effects of PCOS - a hormone imbalance, is thrilled to announce the launch of their highly anticipated...

TruffLuv, the first brand to infuse black truffles into haircare products, was recognized in the Cosmoprof Trends Report as one of the most innovative beauty brands in the industry. Spotlighted during the recent Cosmoprof North America (CPNA) trade...

In a recent exclusive interview with Fox 32 Chicago, Joe Cecala, the Founder and CEO of Dream Exchange, shed light on the groundbreaking initiatives of Dream Exchange, the first minority-owned and governed company preparing its application to operate...

Equal Opportunity Schools (EOS) is helping to lead student-centered, equity-focused education at the 2024 National Conference on Education this February 15-17 and will be featured as an innovative school solution provider at the San Diego Convention...

In keeping with its mission to support local communities and take action where Servicon employees work and live?and in honor of Black History Month?ServiconCares is sharing insights into some of its ongoing partnerships with historically Black and...

Sacramento State President Luke Wood has announced formation of the nation's first Black Honors College, set to launch at the University in fall 2024....

160 Driving Academy sponsored and attended the Third Annual West Virginia's Black Policy Day 2024, a one-day event with the goal of addressing policy issues affecting Minority Communities in West Virginia, on February 7th....

In the aftermath of George Floyd's death, Michele Clark Jenkins and Stephanie Perry Moore of Sisters in Faith asked the Lord, "What shall we do in the face of continued injustice and oppression?" The answer came as the duo's third Bible project with...

Today, the Ford Foundation announced that Dr. Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg, PhD will join the organization as a senior fellow. Kamau-Rutenberg is an activist and academic known for her extensive work on women's leadership. During her fellowship, she will...

Business Consortium Fund (BCF), the country's only...

The W.E.B. Du Bois Museum Foundation (WEBDBMF) received a $5 million grant from the Mellon Foundation (Mellon) of New York to support the restoration of the final home and resting place of Dr. W. E. B. Du Bois in Accra, Ghana and the preservation of...

Fastweb (www.fastweb.com), the leading website for scholarship and financial aid information and a member of the Monster network, highlights educational institutions and foundations that offer scholarships and internships for African American...

In 1920, approximately 14 percent of farmers in the United States were Black. Today, according to the latest estimates from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, only 1.3 percent of America's almost 3.4 million farmers are Black*....

In a world that seems increasingly divided, OneUnited Bank, the nation's largest Black-owned bank, proudly introduces the OneLovetm Card. This card is not just a financial tool but a beacon of unity, symbolizing the Bank's unwavering commitment to...

In a collaborative effort to champion entrepreneurship and foster community empowerment, Veronica Beard and Kendra Scott through their respective programs - VB Gives Back and Kendra Gives Back - have teamed up with Kendra Bracken-Ferguson, founder...

Employees around the world...

Black Professionals in Tech Network (BPTN) is pleased to announce the return of the Obsidi® Awards, Presented by BMO, taking place on June 20, 2024. As the only initiative of its kind in Canada, the event spotlights exceptionally accomplished Black...

We write this letter representing the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP), a distinguished institution with a rich history spanning nearly 50 years in advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the aviation industry. We...

Several months in the making, Sally Beauty, the industry-leading destination for salon-quality hair color and care, has partnered with The Black Hair Experience, an organization dedicated to celebrating and uplifting Black hair and culture, to unveil...

The Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership (IFEL), a national nonprofit organization that works to create greater inclusion within the entrepreneurial ecosystem, today announced its sixth annual Women of Color Connecting Summit (WOCCON) will take...

Today, the United States Commission on Civil Rights (Commission) takes a significant step towards increasing accessibility for the Asian American community by releasing translated materials for its 2023 statutory enforcement report. The report, "The...

In a collaborative effort, the Fort Mose Historical Society and the Florida State Parks Foundation recently hosted a historic groundbreaking ceremony at Fort Mose, the first legally sanctioned free Black community in the present-day United States....

On Wednesday, February 28, join Jennifer Holness, Jennifer Hosten and Dr. Cheryl Thompson in discussion for Black Bodies, White Spaces, a free event set in an intimate venue in Toronto's Davenport neighbourhood. The event honours Black History Month,...

The Birth of the Afro-Panamanian Cultural Guide Book Black Expats in Panama® (BEIP) was founded by CEO, Charlotte Van Horn in May 2019. BEIP was initially a...

Visionaries and celebrated entrepreneurs, The Burns Brothers, are set to make history with the expansion of their exclusive private membership club, HQ, to Nairobi, Kenya this summer. This groundbreaking move signifies a monumental moment as it marks...

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, marked Black History Month by announcing that the Black Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub (BEKH) is developing a new ecosystem mapping tool designed to help Black entrepreneurs and...

Today Stanley, the innovative food and drinkware brand, announced the five inaugural grant recipients of its Stanley Creators Fund. The philanthropic program was inspired by innovation and the company's core value of supporting local communities....

Dîner en Noir Worldwide proudly announces an innovative partnership with AEG TV Network and The HNC Agency, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to uplifting black-owned businesses and brands. This collaboration aims to empower...

Among U.S. audiences, Black consumers spend over 81 hours per week with media ? 31.8% more than the general population, according to the latest Nielsen's Diverse Intelligence Series report, "The global Black audience: Shaping the future of media."...

Equal Opportunity Schools (EOS), the nationwide nonprofit leader in partnering with US high schools to provide student insights and accelerate college and career access demonstrates the power of collaboration with industry leaders including...

Black Canadians have helped make Canada the country we love. From groundbreaking trailblazers in halls of fame and history books to unsung heroes in communities across the country, Black excellence is all around us. However, as we grow and become...