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A Story of Defiance… Comcast’s Black Experience on Xfinity Announces Premiere of Powerful Documentary Bad River Written, Directed and Produced by Award-Winning Filmmaker Mary Mazzio and Executive-Produced by NBA Hall of Famer Grant Hill

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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The story unfolds in a groundbreaking way, through a series of shocking revelations, devastating losses, and a powerful legacy of defiance and resilience.

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  • The story unfolds in a groundbreaking way, through a series of shocking revelations, devastating losses, and a powerful legacy of defiance and resilience.
  • Black Experience on Xfinity is a first-of-its-kind destination of Black entertainment, movies, TV shows, news and more.
  • Xfinity customers can access the Black Experience on channel 1622 or simply say “Black Experience” into the Voice Remote to instantly enjoy the ultimate in Black storytelling.
  • Non-Xfinity customers will be able to view the partnership on Xumo Play, Comcast and Charter’s free ad-supported streaming service app.

Chevron Announces Opening of Fab Labs at HBCUs

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Friday, March 29, 2024
University, Education, Manufacturing, African American, Other Science, Research, Oil, Gas, Energy, Consumer, Science, Chemicals, Plastics, CVX, Culture, Learning, Partnership, Electronics, Faculty, Fort Valley State University, Student, FAMU, FVSU, Robotics, STEM, Creativity, Social change, Florida A&M University, Computer lab, Chevron Corporation

Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX), and the Fab Foundation today announced the official opening of Fab Labs at Fort Valley State University and Florida A&M University (FAMU).

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  • Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX), and the Fab Foundation today announced the official opening of Fab Labs at Fort Valley State University and Florida A&M University (FAMU).
  • Chevron, in collaboration with the Fab Foundation, has unveiled the establishment of cutting-edge Fab Labs at Fort Valley State University and FAMU.
  • The Chevron Fab Labs aim to provide students, faculty and the broader communities with state-of-the-art technology and resources to foster creativity, hands-on learning experiences and entrepreneurial skills.
  • "We are thrilled to expand our partnership with the Fab Foundation to bring Chevron Fab Labs to Fort Valley State University and FAMU," said Jennifer Michael, Chevron’s Social Investment Manager.

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. announces new $2 million fundraising commitment for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., a beacon of service and commitment, celebrated its enduring alliance with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® at the Vicennium Partnership Banquet at the Masonic Temple.

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  • Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., a beacon of service and commitment, celebrated its enduring alliance with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® at the Vicennium Partnership Banquet at the Masonic Temple.
  • The event was hosted by the Memphis (TN) Alumni Chapter, the University of Memphis Chapter, the Kappa Beta of Kappa Alpha Psi, and sponsored by the local Memphis Kappa Alpha Psi ®Achievement Foundation.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240311020522/en/
    Members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated visit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® and announce a new $2 million fundraising commitment.
  • "We value our partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and this new fundraising commitment will further help us support research and treatment of catastrophic childhood diseases and illness," said Jimmy McMikle, Kappa Alpha Psi’s Grand Polemarch [International President].

Team SAMBAI, TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance, Named As Recipient of Prestigious Cancer Grand Challenges Award

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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Cancer Grand Challenges, a global research funding initiative co-founded by Cancer Research UK and the National Cancer Institute, today announces funding for five new global research teams to take on some of the toughest cancer challenges.

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  • Cancer Grand Challenges, a global research funding initiative co-founded by Cancer Research UK and the National Cancer Institute, today announces funding for five new global research teams to take on some of the toughest cancer challenges.
  • TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance, as part of Team SAMBAI, is the first U.S.
  • Black-led breast cancer advocacy group to be an integral partner in the international Cancer Grand Challenge study.
  • Inequities in cancer prevention, screening, and treatment lead to disparities in cancer incidence and mortality and are a significant public health concern.

OneLegacy Inspires Hollywood to Host Community Wellness Event Featuring Celebrity Guests and Hip Hop Legend, Freeway to Close Black History Month and Kickoff National Kidney Month

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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The star-studded community event will feature Hip Hop legend and kidney transplant recipient, Leslie Pridgen, as well as celebrity TV and radio host, Nicole Richardson, better known as Nikki Rich and writer, comedian, and filmmaker, J.

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  • The star-studded community event will feature Hip Hop legend and kidney transplant recipient, Leslie Pridgen, as well as celebrity TV and radio host, Nicole Richardson, better known as Nikki Rich and writer, comedian, and filmmaker, J.
  • Sports, Lifestyle in Culture (SLiC) is an official partner of the event.
  • The media brand under the SLiC umbrella, Black Hollywood Live, will cover the event, amplifying the culture and narrative of the impactful initiative on all available social and streaming platforms.
  • Nicole Richardson of the Nikki Rich Show, a TV/radio host and Oprah Winfrey Network Ambassador, recently received a lifesaving kidney transplant.

Citizens for Judicial Fairness Joins with Civil Rights Leaders Sharpton and McDole to Demand Appointment of Justice of Color to Fill Delaware Chancery Court Vacancy

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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The Delaware Court of Chancery is America's most important business court -- but currently counts no justice of color among its judicial officers, and has had only one diverse jurist in its nearly 200-year history. People of color represent nearly 40% of Delaware's population -- but make up just 15% of the judges on the state's top courts, yet comprise 62% of the state's incarcerated population.

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  • The exclusion of Black and brown judges is a grave injustice that silences voices and views that deserve to be heard.
  • The Delaware Court of Chancery is America's most important business court -- but currently counts no justice of color among its judicial officers, and has had only one diverse jurist in its nearly 200-year history.
  • Citizens for Judicial Fairness is a grassroots advocacy organization fighting for transparency, equity, and accountability in state judiciaries across America.
  • Founded in 2016 to fight the unprecedented corruption in Delaware Chancery Court rulings, the group has since grown to more than 5,000 members nationwide.

Georgia State University, Comcast and CodePath Announce Launch of New Computer Science Education and Career Readiness Program

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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Georgia State University (GSU) and CodePath announced today a partnership that will the launch of the CodePath E3 Program.

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  • Georgia State University (GSU) and CodePath announced today a partnership that will the launch of the CodePath E3 Program.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240214343244/en/
    Georgia State University, Comcast and CodePath Announce Launch of New Computer Science Education and Career Readiness Program (Photo: Business Wire)
    CodePath, the organization dedicated to reprogramming higher education to create the most diverse generation of technologists, works with colleges and universities around the country to provide both computer science (CS) and computer information systems (CIS) educational courses and career development and placement opportunities.
  • This partnership represents an expanded commitment to the Atlanta region, as CodePath first expanded to Georgia State University in 2021.
  • The partnership is currently being offered to the more than 3,000 computer science students at GSU and the 1,000 computer science students at Georgia State’s Perimeter College.

NCAA Champion and WNBA Draftee, Alexis Morris Signs With the Harlem Globetrotters

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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The world famous Harlem Globetrotters , synonymous with basketball excellence and global entertainment, today announced the signing of former Louisiana State University (LSU) star and WNBA draftee, Alexis Morris to the Harlem Globetrotters, it was announced today by Keith Dawkins, President of Harlem Globetrotters and Herschend Entertainment Studios.

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  • The world famous Harlem Globetrotters , synonymous with basketball excellence and global entertainment, today announced the signing of former Louisiana State University (LSU) star and WNBA draftee, Alexis Morris to the Harlem Globetrotters, it was announced today by Keith Dawkins, President of Harlem Globetrotters and Herschend Entertainment Studios.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240208308211/en/
    Alexis 'The Show' Morris joins the Harlem Globetrotters for the 2024 World Tour.
  • The Harlem Globetrotters’ rich legacy of combining sportsmanship and entertainment, continue to attract top-tier athletes who embrace the joy of basketball.
  • Follow the Harlem Globetrotters on social media for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and more team updates as they travel the world.

Comcast NBCUniversal Partners with News is Out and Word In Black to Launch Fellowship Program that Highlights Black and LGBTQ+ Issues

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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“Word In Black is looking forward to working with our colleagues at News is Out and Comcast NBCUniversal on this groundbreaking fellowship program,” said Chris Bennett, publisher of the Seattle Medium and member of the Word In Black collaboration.

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  • “Word In Black is looking forward to working with our colleagues at News is Out and Comcast NBCUniversal on this groundbreaking fellowship program,” said Chris Bennett, publisher of the Seattle Medium and member of the Word In Black collaboration.
  • Fellows will be part of a cohort that receives best practices and learnings from journalists and media professionals at News is Out, Word In Black, and NBCUniversal.
  • “As a Black queer woman, I know the impact of empowering and elevating Black and LGBTQ+ voices,” said Eboné F. Bell, publisher of Tagg Magazine.
  • Word In Black and News is Out are collaboratives that were launched by LMF.

ESSENCE to Honor Danielle Brooks, Halle Bailey, Nkechi Okoro Carroll & Kathryn Busby at the 17th Annual Black Women in Hollywood Awards hosted by Method Man

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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Today, ESSENCE announces the illustrious honorees for the 17th annual ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards, set to take place on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.

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  • Today, ESSENCE announces the illustrious honorees for the 17th annual ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards, set to take place on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.
  • The awards ceremony, produced by Essence Studios and Red Summer TV, will air on OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network and stream on Max/discovery+ (date/time to be announced).
  • The 2024 ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards is sponsored by Coca-Cola® Zero Sugar and smartwater®.
  • ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood and ESSENCE Hollywood House are produced by ESSENCE Communications, Inc.