African-American culture

Wakati Hair Presents "Crowned Series" Celebrating The Timeless Textures Of Black Hair

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火曜日, 8月 3, 2021
Songs, Hairdressing, African-American culture, African-American hair, Natural hair movement, Hair

NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Wakati Hair - an emerging haircare brand catering to African American hair textures - will unveil itssocial-facing Crowned Series campaign on August 4, 2021.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Wakati Hair - an emerging haircare brand catering to African American hair textures - will unveil itssocial-facing Crowned Series campaign on August 4, 2021.
  • This series encompasses meaningful conversations around using Black hair as an expression of agency and advocacy to personal experiences of workplace discrimination, bedtime rituals, and the strength, versatility, range, and uniqueness of Black hair.
  • As a brand that celebrates and respects the timelessness of natural hair textures, it was important for Wakati to provide a forum for powerful, beautiful and game-changing Black women to be open and have brave conversations around their Black hair experiences and celebrate Black beauty.
  • "Hair is so much more than hair to the Black community," says Kenya Foy, Brand Marketing, Wakati.

Gen.G, Jay Park, pH-1, GroovyRoom Collaborate On Exclusive Song 'ALL IN' For Gen.G League Of Legends Team

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火曜日, 8月 3, 2021
Musicians, African-American culture, Music, Korean hip hop, South Korean hip hop, Geng, Jay Park, Hip hop, Gen.G

"It's intriguing to see these young gamers train and go out to put it all on the line,' said Jay Park.

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  • "It's intriguing to see these young gamers train and go out to put it all on the line,' said Jay Park.
  • "We have a history of working with Korean hip hop artists as our players have always been huge fans of Korean hip hop.
  • It also shows a large "Gen.G army," representing their fans, who have provided them with motivation from afar during a difficult season.
  • Where to Stream the Song: Spotify, Apple Music, Melon, genie, Bugs, FLO, VIBE,
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Dialpad Supports National Juneteenth Observance Foundation Amid Historical Legislation

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木曜日, 7月 29, 2021
Telecommunications, Software, Networks, Data management, Technology, Philanthropy, VoIP, Foundation, Juneteenth, Slavery in the United States, Texas in the American Civil War, Abolitionism in the United States, African-American culture, Public holidays in the United States, American culture, United States

Dialpad Inc. , the industry leader in AI-powered communication and collaboration, was selected by the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation to support its mission to make Juneteenth a nationally recognized holiday.

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  • Dialpad Inc. , the industry leader in AI-powered communication and collaboration, was selected by the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation to support its mission to make Juneteenth a nationally recognized holiday.
  • With Dialpad powering the organizations voice and video communications, the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation successfully helped pass the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act .
  • When we were talking to people on Capitol Hill and other dignitaries on Dialpad, they could easily dial inwhich they loved, said Steve Williams, President of the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation.
  • In addition to leveraging calling and conferencing capabilities to help pass the Juneteenth legislation, the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation uses Dialpad to record and transcribe oral accounts from historical figures to ensure their important stories can be passed down to future generations.

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Named Honorary HBCU Executive Leadership Institute Fellow at CAU

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月曜日, 7月 26, 2021
Bottoms, Atlanta, Clark Atlanta University, Historically black colleges and universities, Keisha, African-American culture, Cities in the United States

ATLANTA, July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Executive Leadership Institute (HBCU ELI) at Clark Atlanta University, today announced its first honorary fellow, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Executive Leadership Institute (HBCU ELI) at Clark Atlanta University, today announced its first honorary fellow, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms.
  • The first-of-its-kind program boasts a roster that includes 58% women, making it the nation's most diverse cohort of future HBCU leaders.
  • A graduate of Florida A&M University, Mayor Bottoms is the only Mayor in Atlanta's history to have served in all three branches of government, serving as a judge and City Councilmember before being sworn in as Mayor.
  • "Mayor Bottoms is experienced, intelligent, and has a strong commitment to the next generation of women leaders," said Dr. George T. French, Jr., president of Clark Atlanta University.

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Named Honorary HBCU Executive Leadership Institute Fellow at CAU

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月曜日, 7月 26, 2021
Bottoms, Atlanta, Clark Atlanta University, Historically black colleges and universities, Keisha, African-American culture, Cities in the United States

ATLANTA, July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The HBCU Executive Leadership Institute (HBCU ELI) at Clark Atlanta University, today announced its first honorary fellow, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The HBCU Executive Leadership Institute (HBCU ELI) at Clark Atlanta University, today announced its first honorary fellow, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms.
  • The first-of-its-kind program boasts a roster that includes 58% women, making it the nation's most diverse cohort of future HBCU leaders.
  • A graduate of Florida A&M University, Mayor Bottoms is the only Mayor in Atlanta's history to have served in all three branches of government, serving as a judge and City Councilmember before being sworn in as Mayor.
  • "Mayor Bottoms is experienced, intelligent, and has a strong commitment to the next generation of women leaders," said Dr. George T. French, Jr., president of Clark Atlanta University.

The Ultimate Rap League Announces Ultimate Madness VI Tournament

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金曜日, 7月 23, 2021
Rapping, Music, Fads, African-American culture, Battle rap, Hip hop music, Ultimate Rap League, Madness, 4

NEW YORK, July 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ultimate Rap League (URL) continues to dominate the battle rap culture with outstanding programming for the summer.

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  • NEW YORK, July 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ultimate Rap League (URL) continues to dominate the battle rap culture with outstanding programming for the summer.
  • On Saturday, July 24, the world's most respected emcee battle arena in Hip-Hop will introduce a roster of 16 new artists on the premiere episode of Ultimate Madness IV (UM4).
  • The winner will earn a spot on URL marquee Summer Madness 11 stage on September 25th in Houston, TX.
  • In 2020, the Ultimate Madness tournament gave the culture names that are now cemented as the brightest stars in the sport.

Bernard Noble and Fab 5 Freddy Partner with Curaleaf to Launch B Noble Brand

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火曜日, 7月 13, 2021
Fab Five Freddy, Curaleaf, Hip hop, African-American culture, American art, Companies

B Noble was founded by well-known visual artist, filmmaker and hip-hop pioneer, Fab 5 Freddy, to raise awareness and create funding to defend people from cannabis-related criminalization.

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  • B Noble was founded by well-known visual artist, filmmaker and hip-hop pioneer, Fab 5 Freddy, to raise awareness and create funding to defend people from cannabis-related criminalization.
  • I'm excited to now be working with Curaleaf in helping to educate, inform and bring a high-quality product to the people," said Bernard Noble.
  • "We are incredibly proud to bring this brand and product to market with Bernard Noble and Fab 5 Freddy.
  • B Noble Pre-Rolls can be found in Massachusetts and Maryland Curaleaf retail locations and at key wholesale partner stores, with additional states to come.

Founding Fathers - DJ Hollywood, Grandmaster Caz, MC Lyte and Busy Bee- Join Tokau's NFT Project, Masterminds of Hip Hop

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月曜日, 7月 12, 2021
African-American culture, Non-fungible token, Hip hop, Musicians, Grandmaster Caz, MC Lyte, Music

NEW YORK, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- In an unprecedented move, Russell Simmons, aptly named the 'Godfather of Hip Hop' is collaborating with Tokau to exclusively launch an NFT (non-fungible token) collection, 'Masterminds of Hip Hop'.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- In an unprecedented move, Russell Simmons, aptly named the 'Godfather of Hip Hop' is collaborating with Tokau to exclusively launch an NFT (non-fungible token) collection, 'Masterminds of Hip Hop'.
  • Following the next few weeks, they will be releasing the names of the original pioneers who have joined the program, with the first group being DJ Hollywood, Grandmaster Caz, MC Lyte, and Busy Bee.
  • "TOKAU is super excited to be part of this joint venture and create the Masterminds of Hip Hop NFT," says Miranda Tan, the spokesperson for TOKAU.
  • The 'Masterminds of Hip Hop' NFT collection will be available on Tokau, the world's leading platform that allows celebrities and influencers to interact with their fans using blockchain NFT technology.

Most Influential HBCUs--AcademicInfluence.com Ranks the Elite Historically Black Colleges & Universities

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水曜日, 7月 7, 2021
Historically black colleges and universities, African-American culture, Black Ivy League

America's Historically Black Colleges & Universities are attracting more students and generating more press attentionand deservedly so.

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  • America's Historically Black Colleges & Universities are attracting more students and generating more press attentionand deservedly so.
  • Historically Black Colleges & Universities are schools of higher learning largely established between the end of slavery in 1865 and the passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act in order to create opportunities in higher education for Black students.
  • At a time when southern colleges refused their admission and quotas at northern colleges dictated the number of Black students admitted, HBCUs emerged to advance educational, professional, and economic interests for Black Americans.
  • For 2021, AcademicInfluence.com announces the 30 elite HBCUs that have proven most influential over the past two decades:
    What are the top 30 Historically Black Colleges & Universities overall?

AquantUs Receives 2021 Best of Atlanta Award For Recruiting

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火曜日, 7月 6, 2021
Atlanta, Culture of Atlanta, African-American culture

ATLANTA, July 6, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --AquantUs, Atlanta's leading recruiting firm focused on accounting and finance staffing, has been selected for the "2021 Best of Atlanta Award" in the Recruiter category by the Atlanta Award Program.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, July 6, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --AquantUs, Atlanta's leading recruiting firm focused on accounting and finance staffing, has been selected for the "2021 Best of Atlanta Award" in the Recruiter category by the Atlanta Award Program.
  • Each year, the Atlanta Award Program identifies companies that achieved exceptional success in their local community and business category.
  • The Atlanta Award Program is an annual awards program honoring the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the Atlanta area.
  • The Atlanta Award Program was established to recognize the best of local businesses in our community.