Bethany Johnson-Javois calls for communities and churches to respond to recent SNAP reductions by building local food systems rooted in ownership, collaboration and long-term stability.
Tag: Government
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Government shutdown forces Smithsonian to temporarily close all museums and National Zoo
The Smithsonian owns 17 museums within the Washington D.C area, in addition to the National Zoo. Since Oct. 12, all 21 of the Smithsonian museums nationwide and the zoo have been closed. Shown here, would-be visitors, as they learn that the doors to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History are closed due to the shutdown.
Posted inNews from Around the Web
Building sustainable Black businesses through training and teamwork
Black entrepreneurs face systemic challenges that can delay or derail full-time business ownership. Experts Omar Muhammad and Devon Corbin emphasize the importance of early paying customers, strategic partnerships and belief capital—the confidence founders have in their vision. Through comprehensive training and collaboration, they believe Black business owners can overcome barriers and build lasting economic empowerment in their communities.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
100 Fathers, Inc. unites D.C. community to build stronger Black families
100 Fathers, Inc. hosted a conference at Howard University to promote health and wellness, eliminate violence, and develop values and character development, with a focus on empowering Black men and their families to become leaders in their communities.
Posted inBlack History
Letter to the editor: The truth must be told about Black history
Local resident, Alecia Jackson, voices concern over the recent executive order targeting the National Museum of African American History and Culture, calling for “truth, inclusion and integrity” in the telling of Black history.
Posted inReligion
As services shrink, churches step up
Black churches across the U.S. are stepping up to fill gaps left by government cutbacks. Across the country, clergy members and congregants are providing food, jobs and essential services to their communities.
Posted inCOMMUNITY
Ask Rusty – Have I saved the Social Security program any money by claiming at 62?
The Social Security program has saved money by allowing individuals to claim benefits at age 62, but this has resulted in reduced benefits for those who have claimed early, as they will not break even until age 78.
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The effects of a potential government shutdown
By Ashleigh Fields, AFRO Assistant Editor, afields@afro.com Government officials are tracking a potential shutdown in less than 48 hours if Congress does not pass the 12 necessary appropriations bill to fund federal operations. Democrats and Republicans have struggled to reach common ground on spending levels ahead of the 11:59 p.m. deadline on Sept. 30 ahead […]