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Malinda Williams, Founder of The Arise And Shine Women's Empowerment Brunch, celebrated 5 years of uplifting, uniting and inspiring black women

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Saturday, October 7, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Sunday, October 1, 2023, Actress, Author, and Entrepreneur Malinda Williams celebrated her 5th year of elevating, empowering, and uniting women of color at the Arise And Shine Women's Empowerment Brunch. This year's milestone celebration took place at the Sheraton Universal in Los Angeles, California, and included the announcement of her new philanthropic endeavor, The Arise And Shine Foundation Inc., a 501(c)(3) with a mission to serve as a conduit of information, inspiration, and empowerment of women in all walks of life.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Sunday, October 1, 2023, Actress, Author, and Entrepreneur Malinda Williams celebrated her 5th year of elevating, empowering, and uniting women of color at the Arise And Shine Women's Empowerment Brunch.
  • Malinda Williams, founder of the Arise and Shine empowerment events series, embarked on this journey five years ago to offer a supportive hub to connect accomplished women.
  • From exchanging ideas to fostering relationships, the Arise and Shine brunch serves as a bridge in the opportunity gap for Black women.
  • Malinda also proudly announced the establishment of The Arise And Shine Foundation, the non-profit arm of Arise And Shine, co-founded with her sisters Leslie Williams-Dunn and Lisa Williams-Sorensen.

Usher, Miguel, GloRilla, Coco Jones and NLE Choppa to Perform During “iHeartRadio Living Black!” 2023 Special Event and National On-Air Celebration Of Black Culture and Impact In America Hosted by Jess Hilarious on August 2

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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2023 event is inspired by the culture, history and innovation of Black culture and hip-hop.

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  • 2023 event is inspired by the culture, history and innovation of Black culture and hip-hop.
  • “Living Black!
  • We’re excited to once again partner with some of the very best talent and celebrate the impact that Black lives have on American culture.”
    “iHeartRadio Living Black!
  • iHeartRadio Living Black!

Marsha P. Johnson Institute to Celebrate Acclaimed Black Artists and the Power of Resistance With Nick Cave, Jack Cave and Michaela Angela Davis at the DuSable Museum

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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They will discuss personal style as an act of resistance and how self-identity, Black art and power, Black Lives Matter, hip-hop, and the integral part fashion plays in other pivotal Black movements.

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  • They will discuss personal style as an act of resistance and how self-identity, Black art and power, Black Lives Matter, hip-hop, and the integral part fashion plays in other pivotal Black movements.
  • That is where liberation begins and I am proud that the Marsha P. Johnson Institute could play a role in this expression and our collective joy and resistance."
  • On Friday Dec. 9, to close out the symposium, Moxley will moderate a panel with Nick Cave, Jack Cave, and Michaela Angela Davis.
  • "The Color Is exhibition has been curated for the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center by Dunson;.

FOX SOUL Partners with Maverick Entertainment to Distribute the World's Largest Library of Feature-Length Black Cinema

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Maverick Entertainment has entered a programming partnership with FOX SOUL, the Black community's premium free streaming platform serving.

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  • DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Maverick Entertainment has entered a programming partnership with FOX SOUL, the Black community's premium free streaming platform serving.
  • Maverick Entertainment has long been about providing visibility to our diverse library of films to be showcased on top global outlets.
  • FOX SOUL is the Black community's premiere free streaming platform serving UNAPOLOGETICALLY BLACK, CONSUMABLE BY ALL entertainment around the clock to 44+ million viewers.
  • Having released more than 1,000 films over the past 25 years, Maverick currently controls the world's largest library of feature-length Black Cinema.

Inductees Announced For The Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame June 2022 Induction

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Friday, May 13, 2022
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ATLANTA, May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spotlighting a cross section of history's most influential Black artists, entertainers and icons, the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame (BMEWOF) Crown Jewel of Excellence  Black Music Month Class of 2022 Induction and Juneteenth Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 18. Today, the Black American Music Association (BAMAssoc) and the Georgia Entertainment Caucus (GEC), collaboratively announced the ceremony and plans for the Black Music Month Class of 2022 Induction. 

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  • The Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame today announced the Inductees for its 2022 Black Music Month Ceremony to be held on Saturday, June 18th in association with The Home Depot Backyard.
  • ATLANTA, May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Spotlighting a cross section of history's most influential Black artists, entertainers and icons,the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame (BMEWOF) Crown Jewel of Excellence Black Music Month Class of 2022 Induction and Juneteenth Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 18.
  • Today, theBlack American Music Association (BAMAssoc) and theGeorgia Entertainment Caucus (GEC), collaboratively announced the ceremony and plans for the Black Music Month Class of 2022 Induction.
  • For information and updates on the Black Music andEntertainment Walk of Fame head to: http://www.theblackwalkoffame.com/
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    The Walk of Fame is a joint initiative by the Black American Music Association (BAMAssoc) and Georgia Entertainment Caucus (GEC).

Discover Releases Its First Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report

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Thursday, March 10, 2022
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The report highlights the companys workforce diversity and includes examples and data that demonstrate the companys commitment to a more equitable environment.

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  • The report highlights the companys workforce diversity and includes examples and data that demonstrate the companys commitment to a more equitable environment.
  • Other data points out gender and race/ethnicity representation among leadership within Discover, and the impact of pay equity efforts, hiring and promotions in the workplace.
  • To ensure equity: Discover is establishing measures to identify and address potential biases, which will improve recruiting, retention and internal mobility.
  • To foster inclusion: Discover is working toward achieving equally strong inclusion scores in annual employee surveys across all identity groups by 2024.

EBONY Media Will Expand Its Footprint Through Licensing Partnership with Wright’s Media

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Thursday, September 16, 2021
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Wrights Media, a global content licensing agency, today announced that it has partnered with EBONY Media, the leading voice of the Black American perspective for 75 years, to extend the iconic brands influence through accolade and editorial licensing.

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  • Wrights Media, a global content licensing agency, today announced that it has partnered with EBONY Media, the leading voice of the Black American perspective for 75 years, to extend the iconic brands influence through accolade and editorial licensing.
  • "We are excited to partner with Wrights Media to expand EBONY Medias influence through an ecosystem of relevant content that we hope will serve to enhance how consumers connect with our brands, said Michele Ghee, CEO of EBONY Media.
  • I look forward to working with Wrights Media to establish a strong, solid licensing program.
  • We are thrilled to partner with such a historically iconic brand, said Michelle Myers, CRO of Wrights Media.