African Americans

Jamila Jones Introduces New Affrilachian Cultural Trail to Illuminate African American Heritage in Appalachia

Retrieved on: 
Friday, March 1, 2024
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, Federal Reserve Bank, African Americans, Multimedia, Growth, Appalachian Mountains, History, House, Innovation, Recreation, American Discovery Trail, Black

WASHINGTON, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In a significant stride towards enhancing cultural heritage tourism and outdoor recreation, the announcement of a new initiative aims to spotlight the rich African American history within the Appalachian region. The Affrilachian Cultural Trail project, spearheaded by Innovative Community Solution's visionary leader Jamila Jones, seeks to establish the Weaver-Gilison House in Harpers Ferry as the trail's headquarters, marking a pivotal development in historic preservation.

Key Points: 
  • Jamila Jones Spearheads the Affrilachian Cultural Trail, Blending Outdoor Fun with the Rich African American History of Appalachia
    WASHINGTON, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In a significant stride towards enhancing cultural heritage tourism and outdoor recreation, the announcement of a new initiative aims to spotlight the rich African American history within the Appalachian region.
  • The Affrilachian Cultural Trail project, spearheaded by Innovative Community Solution's visionary leader Jamila Jones, seeks to establish the Weaver-Gilison House in Harpers Ferry as the trail's headquarters, marking a pivotal development in historic preservation.
  • Jones's project, the Affrilachian Cultural Trail, is an ambitious multi-state endeavor aimed at celebrating and preserving African American cultural assets along the Appalachian Trail.
  • Looking ahead, Jones envisions expanding the trail to include narratives of Native American history in Appalachia, further enriching the cultural tapestry of the region.

Hyundai Pays Tribute to the African American Community in Commemoration of Black History Month

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Hyundai Motor America, Black History Month, African Americans, Woman, Multimedia, Marketing, Sonata, Flower, Growth, Pandora, Howard University, HMA, History, Creativity, Organization, Hyundai Motor Company, Science, Music, SUV, African studies, Humanity

"As we celebrate Black History Month, let us honor the resilience, creativity, and invaluable contributions of Black leaders, innovators, and visionaries throughout history," said Randy Parker, CEO, Hyundai Motor America.

Key Points: 
  • "As we celebrate Black History Month, let us honor the resilience, creativity, and invaluable contributions of Black leaders, innovators, and visionaries throughout history," said Randy Parker, CEO, Hyundai Motor America.
  • Furthermore, we are committed to championing the voices of the African American community through dedicated financial commitments, strategic sponsorships, and active community engagement, all aimed at collectively shaping a brighter future together."
  • Hyundai's support to empower future generation of leaders extends beyond Black History Month and is a year-long commitment.
  • The Progress Project at Hyundai provided financial support to Black-owned business so they can foster growth in their community.

National Kidney Foundation Recognizes March as National Kidney Month

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 29, 2024
African Americans, Chronic kidney disease, Hospital, National Kidney Foundation, ALL, Organ, MD, KDRI, NKF, Government, Risk, Federally Qualified Health Center, CKD, OPTN, Transplant, White, EGFR, Patient, Policy, Kidney disease, Priority, Kidney, Diagnosis, Mortality, Plague, FQHC, Kidney failure, Pharmaceutical industry

NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As March approaches, the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is gearing up to observe National Kidney Month, a crucial time dedicated to raising awareness about kidney health and chronic kidney disease (CKD). With World Kidney Day falling on Thursday, March 14th, this month holds particular significance in advocating for KIDNEY EQUITY FOR ALL™.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As March approaches, the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is gearing up to observe National Kidney Month, a crucial time dedicated to raising awareness about kidney health and chronic kidney disease (CKD).
  • With World Kidney Day falling on Thursday, March 14th, this month holds particular significance in advocating for KIDNEY EQUITY FOR ALL™ .
  • "Despite this, they are exposed to inequities in kidney care including evaluation and obtaining a kidney transplant.
  • To mark National Kidney Month and World Kidney Day, NKF is highlighting several ways the organization is promoting kidney equity.

Olympus Affirms Commitment to Health Equity Through Allyship

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Black History Month, African Americans, OCA, Colorectal cancer, Multimedia, Education, Colonoscopy, African, Empathy, Health, Cancer, Black, ERG, The Harris Poll, Health equity, Diagnosis

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- During Black History Month, Olympus Corporation of the Americas (OCA) emphasized the importance of allyship in promoting equitable access to healthcare for all communities.

Key Points: 
  • Issues of health equity are crucial to Black Americans due to historical, social, and systemic factors that have led to disparities in healthcare access, outcomes, and overall well-being.
  • As an employer and a leading provider of medical technologies used for colon cancer detection, diagnosis and treatment, Olympus practices allyship through coverage of colonoscopy for all Olympus employees.
  • "Allyship is the act of supporting and advocating for people who have not had equal access to valuable resources such as healthcare.
  • During Black History Month, Olympus celebrated the ongoing contributions and resilience of its employees to build allyship.

New clinical trials report from PA Consulting suggests biopharma companies are not keeping pace with changing public attitudes to sharing their medical data

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 29, 2024
African Americans, Pfizer, D&I, GSK, Intelligence, Pulse, Life, Trust, Organization, Patient, Clinical trial, Ageing, Appetite, PA Consulting Group, Research, Pharmaceutical industry

NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- US patients are willing to share their health data across clinical trials studies, offering the potential for global biopharma organizations to radically increase the pace of R&D, according to new data from PA Consulting (PA), the company that's bringing ingenuity to life.

Key Points: 
  • But global biopharma leaders need to do more to help US consumers benefit from the trust and commitment they make when participating in clinical research .
  • Additional findings from the survey show that:
    People believe in the importance of diverse, safe clinical research.
  • Yet only 28% agree that the high cost of medical research and development justifies the high prices of new drugs.
  • This means that biopharma companies running clinical trials need to make more efforts to reassure consumers about the prioritization of participant safety.

Learn CPR as a Life-Saving Skill

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Nation, African Americans, CPR, American Heart Association, Bee Gees, Friends, Cardiac arrest, Life, AED, Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Convention (norm), Life saver, Death, Family, Heel, Survival, Knowledge, Stayin' Alive, Face, Medical device

In spite of these survey results, the American Heart Association is working to change this by empowering members of these communities to learn lifesaving CPR, and a growing segment of respondents are willing to act in an emergency.

Key Points: 
  • In spite of these survey results, the American Heart Association is working to change this by empowering members of these communities to learn lifesaving CPR, and a growing segment of respondents are willing to act in an emergency.
  • Additionally, Hispanic and Latino respondents are more confident in their abilities to perform CPR.
  • Nationally supported by the Elevance Health Foundation, the American Heart Association's HOCPR campaign is focused on chest compression-only CPR.
  • To learn more about how you could be the difference between life and death for someone experiencing a cardiac event, visit Heart.org/nation .

Southern Black Girls And Women's Consortium Announces 2024 Black Girls Dream Conference, June 7-8 In Atlanta, Georgia

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Love, Woman, Freedom, African Americans, LaTosha Brown, Dream, Consortium, Conference, Health, Atlanta Marriott Marquis, Movement, Social justice, Beauty

ATLANTA, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium (Southern Black Girls) has announced that the 2024 Black Girls Dream Conference is headed to Atlanta, GA! The two-day event will take place Friday, June 7 - Saturday, June 8, 2024 at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis (265 Peachtree Center Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30303). The Conference will be a safe space full of love, fun and sisterhood as well as an experience that inspires, empowers, and cultivates the dreams of southern Black girls, gender-expansive youth and Black women of all ages.

Key Points: 
  • Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium's opens registration for an immersive experience and celebration of Afrofuturism and Black Girl Joy!
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium (Southern Black Girls) has announced that the 2024 Black Girls Dream Conference is headed to Atlanta, GA!
  • The theme ties directly to Southern Black Girls' vision to provide an immersive space where Black girls and women can explore different pieces of who they are, what they love and what brings them joy.
  • "Nothing excites me more than bringing the Black Girls Dream Conference to Atlanta," shares an excited Malikah Berry Rogers, executive director of the Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium.

Women of Global Change Honors Black History Month with a Reflection on African Americans and the Arts

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Black History Month, African Americans, WGC, Culture, History, Literature, Woman, Environment, Entertainment

LAGUANA HILLS, Calif., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This February, the Women of Global Change (WGC) proudly joins the nationwide celebration of Black History Month, with this year's theme spotlighting "African Americans and the Arts." WGC Global President Crystal White emphasizes the significance of this month as a time to acknowledge and honor the profound contributions of Black Americans across all facets of U.S. history, particularly in the arts.

Key Points: 
  • The Women of Global Change (WGC) celebrates Black History Month by embracing the 2024 theme "African Americans and the Arts," highlighting the significant contributions of Black Americans to the cultural fabric of the United States.
  • LAGUANA HILLS, Calif., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This February, the Women of Global Change (WGC) proudly joins the nationwide celebration of Black History Month, with this year's theme spotlighting "African Americans and the Arts."
  • WGC Global President Crystal White emphasizes the significance of this month as a time to acknowledge and honor the profound contributions of Black Americans across all facets of U.S. history, particularly in the arts.
  • As Black History Month draws to a close, Women of Global Change remains dedicated to reflecting on the past and working towards a more equitable future.

Dominion Energy and the Library of Virginia Honor Four Leaders as 'Strong Men & Women in Virginia History'

Retrieved on: 
Monday, February 26, 2024
Black History Month, African Americans, Library, Commonwealth, Dominion Energy, Exhibition, MacBook Air, Cosby High School, Trailblazer, Woman

The leaders were celebrated at a reception and private dinner on Thursday in Richmond.

Key Points: 
  • The leaders were celebrated at a reception and private dinner on Thursday in Richmond.
  • Each honoree was provided the opportunity to choose a nonprofit to receive a $5,000 grant from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation.
  • Along with the event, the Library of Virginia will host a traveling exhibition featuring each of the honorees and their biographical information.
  • In 2013, Strong Men & Women in Virginia History was born when the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation and the Library of Virginia began a new educational initiative that merged two phenomenal Black History Month programs: Dominion Energy's 22-year-old series, Strong Men & Women: Excellence in Leadership and the Library of Virginia's eight-year-old program, African American Trailblazers in Virginia History.

BLACK ENTERPRISE Returns to Las Vegas To Honor Extraordinary Business Trailblazers at the 2024 Women of Power Summit

Retrieved on: 
Monday, February 26, 2024
African Americans, Women's History Month, Bellagio (resort), Black, Workplace, LINGO, MSNBC, Culture, Smith, Thasunda Duckett, Empowerment, Legacy Award, Entrepreneurship, Diversity, BLACK, Knowledge, TIAA, Ariel Investments, Summit, Management

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, BLACK ENTERPRISE, the premier Black-owned digital media brand dedicated to providing business, investment, and wealth-building resources for African Americans, announces the 18th annual Women of Power Summit, the leading professional development gathering that makes space for women executives of color to reflect, rise, and act. At the culmination of Women's History Month, the conference returns to the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas to celebrate the achievements of remarkable women and mark a significant milestone with Accenture (NYSE: ACN) as the event's new title sponsor.

Key Points: 
  • This year's Summit promises to be an unforgettable experience, featuring inspiring sessions, thought-provoking panel discussions, and unparalleled networking opportunities.
  • "For almost two decades, the Women of Power Summit has represented a beacon of inspiration, resilience, and empowerment for women across the business industry," said Earl Butch Graves Jr., CEO of BLACK ENTERPRISE.
  • Accenture's commitment to a culture of equality and shared success aligns seamlessly with the values of the Women of Power Summit.
  • The BLACK ENTERPRISE Women of Power Summit, hosted by Accenture, will be held at The Bellagio Hotel & Casino from Wednesday, March 27, through Saturday, March 30.