Verna Myers, founder of The Verna Myers Co., has leveraged her upbringing to become a powerhouse in the arena of diversity, equity and inclusion, advising corporations and universities, offering DEI online training courses and doing keynote speeches to spread the message of inclusion within every aspect of our lives.
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Ashleigh’s Farewell
Ashleigh Fields, AFRO Assistant Editor, sends a farewell message to readers, thanking them for their support and faith in the AFRO, and highlighting the importance of faith and hope in documenting trying truths through storytelling and investigative journalism.
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Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum celebrates a century of Black arts education
The Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum has debuted its exhibition “A Bold and Beautiful Vision”, which focuses on the local educators and institutions that shaped Black artists from 1900 to 2000, and includes 85 archival photos and artifacts, exclusive video footage, art and interactive displays.
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Authors of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority to stop in Baltimore with book tour
The 2024 Delta Authors on Tour, an initiative of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s National Arts and Letters Commission, will be making its Eastern Region stop in Baltimore on April 6 with a showcase of nine Delta Sigma Theta authors at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum.
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James A. Washington: A champion of the Black press and NAABL Legacy Award winner
James A. Washington, the president and general manager of The Atlanta Voice, a longtime advocate of the Black press, passed away on April 2 at the age of 73, leaving behind a legacy of community service and honors.
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7 journalism students selected for MDDC internships
Seven highly qualified journalism students have been selected as interns for the MDDC Press Association’s Reese Cleghorn Internship program, where they will gain real-world experience and publish 35-40 published clips during their eight-week paid internships.
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Walters Museum to host AFRO Publisher Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper for ‘Women as Creators and Leaders’ conversation
The Walters Art Museum will invite AFRO Publisher Frances “Toni” Draper to share the journey and accomplishments of the Black-owned newspaper while in conversation with Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts Lynley Herbert on March 23.
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PRESS ROOM: NAACP and CBS Studios Venture to develop new daytime drama for the CBS Television Network
By Black PR Wire LOS ANGELES – The joint venture between CBS Studios and the NAACP is developing a new daytime drama for the CBS Television Network. The series, titled […]
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WABJ establishes Community Impact Award in honor of Dr. Sheila Brooks
Dr. Sheila Brooks, founder, president and CEO of SRB Communications, was honored by the Washington Association of Black Journalists with an award in her name for her outstanding service in journalism, communications and social impact in the community.
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U.S. House passes bill that could ban TikTok
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Congress is one step closer to banning or requiring a change in ownership of the popular social media platform, TikTok. The U.S. House […]
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TikTok provides forum for Black deaf to be heard
Black deaf and hard of hearing individuals have used TikTok to amplify their unique experiences, demonstrating to others that they are not alone and fostering connections within the Black deaf community.
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“I AM Story” podcast nominated for NAACP Image Award
By Sabreen Dawud, Special to the AFRO Earlier this year the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) announced their NAACP Image Award nomination for the I AM […]