By Executive Alliance Executive Alliance has been measuring and reporting on the representation of women on the boards of public companies headquartered in Maryland for the past fourteen years. It is a critical part of our mission to expand women’s impact and influence in the board room, the community, and in the leadership of businesses, […]
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FedEx open applications for E-Commerce Learning Lab to support people of color and women-owned small businesses
(l-r) Rose Flenorl and Luz Urrutia. (Courtesy Photos) By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member msayles@afro.com Applications opened, July 12, for FedEx’s E-Commerce Learning Lab, a program designed to assist diverse small business owners in developing or expanding their e-commerce operations. The applications will close July 19. The program was developed […]
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Anthony McCarthy is on the air
From L to R: State Senator Antonio Hayes and State Senator Cory McCray. (Photo by Linda Tucker) The city turned out to celebrate the return of the Rev. Anthony McCarthy to the airwaves of Morgan State University’s WEAA 88.9FM, along with Carla Willis, to co host “Two Way Talk,” Monday through Friday, 5-7 p.m. McCarthy […]
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Poly grad named Baltimore’s 18 Under 18, wins scholarship
Patience Odeh was awarded the 18 Under 18 Award by the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) and won a $1,000 scholarship toward furthering her education at Towson University. (Courtesy Photo) By Nadine Matthews Special to the AFRO Young trailblazer and recent Baltimore Polytechnic Institute graduate, Patience Odeh, was just awarded the 18 Under […]
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Activists demand federal charges and DOJ investigation as 5-year anniversary of Korryn Gaines shooting approaches
Korryn Gaines, a Baltimore County woman shot by police in 2016. By Alexis Taylor Special to the AFRO Family members of Korryn Gaines, a Baltimore County woman shot by police in 2016, are still demanding justice and the $38 million awarded by a jury for the homicide. Relatives are calling for federal charges against Royce […]
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Coppin State University’s Helene Fuld School of Nursing Doctoral Program awarded nearly $1M
The Helene Fuld School of Nursing Doctoral Program has been awarded $983,146 in the Implementation for Doctoral Education Advancement (IDEA) project. The project will start on July 1 and is approved for a five-year period ending June 30, 2026. (Courtesy of HBCU Connect) By Kennedy Williams HBCU Connect The Helene Fuld School of Nursing Doctoral […]
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New study shows lack of tree equity in Baltimore sign of ‘systemic racism’
A new study shows that Baltimore is one of 15 U.S.cities with great tree disparity. (Courtesy Photo) By Deborah Bailey Special to the AFRO Have you ever looked for a large cool tree to rest for a moment in the shade in a core-urban neighborhood? How long did it take you to find one? As […]
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Notre Dame of MD Univ. names new athletic director
Dr. Ashley Hodges will lead Notre Dame’s competitive NCAA Division III athletic and recreation programs. (Courtesy Photo) Seasoned Leader & Student Success Champion Named Athletic Director Ashley Hodges to Lead Competitive Gator Athletics Program (BALTIMORE, Md.) – A seasoned intercollegiate athletic leader and advocate for student success will join Notre Dame of Maryland University as the new director of athletics, after a national search. Effective […]
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#Parity: Baltimore equitable development company seeks to combat gentrification
Bree Jones, founder of Parity, experienced gentrification firsthand in New York City and turned her efforts to mitigate this displacement of communities of color to Baltimore City. (Courtesy Photo) By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member msayles@afro.com In 2019, a National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) study found that seven cities accounted […]
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Confessions of a style fanatic: Upcycling and the rise of sustainable fashion in Baltimore
Illicit Rag Vintage (@illicitragvintage) is an eclectic thrift shop in East Baltimore that is among many in the city that promote sustainable fashion. (Courtesy photo) By Tonaé Lee Special to the AFRO “Sustainability is key” is a motto we love to live by! Whether it’s sustainable decor, beauty products and of course fashion, the rise […]
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Mayor Scott, DHCD to announce second round of Community Catalyst Grants totaling $5.8 million
Grant Program Funds Locally Driven Community Development Projects BALTIMORE, MD (Tuesday, July 6, 2021) — Mayor Brandon M. Scott and the Baltimore City Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) will officially award $5,826,582 in grant funds through the Community Catalyst Grants Program (CCG) this evening at 6:30 p.m. The goal of CCG, a competitive […]
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Initiative for a Competitive Inner City invites Baltimore small business owners to apply to a mini MBA program
The Baltimore cohort enrolled in the Inner City Capital Connections program previously met in person at Morgan State University, but the pandemic has forced the program to go virtual. (Courtesy Photo) By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer Report for America Corps Member msayles@afro.com The Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC), a national nonprofit dedicated […]