By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, Report for America Corps Member, msayles@afrocom David Heiber founded Concentric Educational Solutions in 2010 to bridge the gap between home and the classroom. The […]
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HBCU SPOTLIGHT: Maryland’s Four HBCU’s Set to Receive $4 Million creating Ozzie Newsome Scholars
By Deborah Bailey, AFRO D.C. Editor Maryland’s four HBCU’s will receive a total of $4 million in scholarships in honor of Ozzie Newsome, Baltimore Ravens’ longtime personnel executive and Member of […]
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Baltimore social change organization CLLCTIVLY welcomes first chief operating officer
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, Report for America Corps Member, msayles@afro.com CLLCTIVLY, a Baltimore social change organization focused on racial equity, narrative change, social connectedness and resource mobilization, recently […]
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Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jaylon Ferguson died at age 26
By Noah Trister, The Associated Press Ferguson, nicknamed “Sack Daddy,” played three NFL seasons, all with Baltimore. He set the career sacks record in the College Football Bowl Subdivision (45) […]
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Coppin State University launches online degree program for Early Childhood Education Human Development
Offering Bachelor of Science Program Online Expands Access to Culturally Responsive Teaching, Training for Educators BALTIMORE — Coppin State University will now offer its Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood […]
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COVID-19 vaccination available for youngest children throughout the DMV
By Deborah Bailey, AFRO D.C. Editor After approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), COVID-19 vaccines are now available for the youngest children throughout the D.C., Maryland, and Virgina […]
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Project SEARCH at Kennedy Krieger aims to break down employment barriers for people with disabilities
By Mylika Scatliffe, AFRO Women’s Health Writer Nygil Sims’ typical workday as a Rehabilitation Technician involves supporting physical therapists as they treat patients with severe spinal cord injuries. His tasks […]
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Maryland Apple workers face hurdles after vote to unionize
By The Associated Press The historic vote by employees of a Maryland Apple store to unionize — a first for the technology giant — is a significant step in a […]
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Baltimore Mayor supports unionization efforts at Walters Art Museum
By David Lance, AFRO MDDC Intern Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott stands in solidarity with the employees of Walters Art Museum in their efforts to unionize with the American Federation of […]
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Shock Trauma Chief speaks about gun violence and the ripple effects in Baltimore City
By Mylika Scatliffe, AFRO Women’s Health Writer Dr. David Efron has seen it all. While millions across the country are debating gun laws, mass shooting prevention and public safety, doctors […]
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Founding Director Petula Caesar welcomes communityinto Baltimore Unity Hall, newly renovated resource center
Baltimore Unity Hall will serve the city’s artists, small business owners and non-profit organizations. By Tinashe Chingarande, Special to the AFRO A community resource center that doubles as studio space […]
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The Moore Report: Peace Camp Year 16 and reparations from churches as penance to Black and Brown folks
By Ralph E. Moore, Jr. The Nawal G. Rajeh Peace Camp Peace Camp will be held at the St. Frances Academy Community Center from July 5 to August 5. Each […]