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Ben Jealous Selected as President of People For the American Way and People For the American Way Foundation
The boards of directors of People For the American Way and People For the American Way Foundation are honored to announce that Benjamin Todd Jealous has been selected as the next president of both organizations. Jealous will take office on June 15. He succeeds Michael Keegan, who has served as president of the organizations for 11 years and will continue to serve as a member of both boards.
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Beyond the Rhetoric 869: Why can’t They shut ANTIFA down?
Our hearts are so heavy. George Floyd was a brother living an everyday life when he was spotted by a racist police unit in Minneapolis, MN. Is Minneapolis known for its racism? We lived in the city back in the 1980’s. Our recollection was a city void of typical racism and hatred. In terms of race relations, we remember Minneapolis as one of the most race neutral cities in America. Therefore, the latest events unraveling around this city boggles our minds.
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Local Community Organization S.A.F.E. Diversities Celebrates 20 Years Of Success
Community anchor and passionate non-profit founder Thelma Scott is celebrating 20 successful years with out state or federal funding alongside her organization S.A.F.E. Diversities.
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Prairie View A&M President Ruth Simmons Appointed to Dallas Fed's Houston Branch Board
The Federal Reserve Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., has appointed Ruth J. Simmons to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas’ Houston Branch board of directors to serve the remaining portion of an unexpired term ending Dec. 31, 2020.
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Looking for ways to protect against pandemic PTSD
As many places start to look forward to life after the first wave of the coronavirus, another type of illness could be about to follow in its wake.
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Mental Health and Emergency Medical Experts Encourage Support for Clinicians Health During Pandemic
In a joint statement, emergency medicine and other leading medical associations, academics and psychiatry experts outline steps to support the mental health of emergency physicians and other health professionals currently risking their lives to treat patients during this pandemic.
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Debt Management Agency Seeks to Help Texans Crushed by Debt Due to COVID-19
Texas has been hit hard by COVID-19. As of June 1, 2020, there were 64,899 confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus in the state, and over 1,600 deaths, with the cities of Harris, Dallas, and Tarrant seeing the greatest loss of life.
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Houston 2020 high school senior celebration only days away
Live event program information and updates to video tribute celebrity lineup
Now just days away, Houston area high school seniors will soon celebrate their achievements at a series of special outdoor events created by their respective school districts at the urging of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner. Five participating districts: Aldine, Alief, HISD, Spring Branch and Spring have announced locations and plans for their individual celebrations Friday, June 5, at 6:30 p.m.
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Freeda The Frog™And The Two Mommas Next Door
For toddlers, preschoolers, and older kids too, the world of grown-ups is often confusing and sometimes scary. In her Freeda the Frog™ children’s book series, author Nadine Haruni makes coping with various life challenges easier for little ones with the help of a momma frog, Freeda, and her three little tadpoles, Frannie, Frank, and Jack. The first four books deal with common issues: divorce; a parent’s remarriage and becoming part of a blended family; moving to a new city or town and starting a new school; and the loss of a pet or loved one.
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After saving her husband with CPR, she gave birth to their son
Nearly ready to deliver her first child, Ashley Goette woke up at 5 a.m. to go to the bathroom and nudged her husband, who seemed to be snoring. Andrew made a scary, gargling sound, so Ashley ran to get his asthma inhaler.
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The Alley is Houston’s theatre and we stand with the people of Houston
The Alley is Houston's theatre and we stand with the people of Houston, especially with the Black community, during this heartbreaking and challenging time.
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Empower Cocktails Launches Ladies-Focused Spirits Line
The Empower Cosmopolitan Martini beverage launches to wet the whistle of spirits-savvy women
The distilled drink industry is booming, with one report citing the global alcoholic beverages sector is poised to reach a whopping $1,684 billion by 2025. In this day and age, it’s a curiosity that this category doesn’t put a more intensive focus on targeting women. In fact, the consumer spending power of women is getting more than its fair share of attention, including a recent Forbes.com story highlighting how this demographics’ escalating economic power and prowess is helping reshape markets.
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NALEO Educational Fund Statement on the Demonstrations Across America in the Wake of the Death of George Floyd
Civically engaged citizens peacefully demonstrating against injustice is key to American democracy
The National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund released a statement from CEO Arturo Vargas on the recent protests across the nation in the wake of the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota:
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The Executive Leadership Council Statement on Racial Injustice and Disparities Facing the Black Community
The Executive Leadership Council issues the following statement in response to recent events fatally impacting the Black community. The Executive Leadership Council
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Valence and Silicon Valley Bank Partner to Support Black Professionals in a Three-Part Virtual Event Series
Boost Challenge Virtual Events will feature Valence community members and business icons Jim Lowry, Peggy Alford, Omar Johnson, Kobie Fuller and more
Valence, the community to connect and empower Black professionals, and Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), the bank of the world's most innovative companies and their investors, will host a series of inspiring and educational virtual events this summer for Black professionals.
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Official Details on the Celebration of Life for George Floyd
Fort Bend Memorial Planning Center is releasing the official statement on behalf of the family of George Floyd regarding the memorial and official celebration of his life.
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In Search of Unity: A Houston Perspective of A Yates High School Loss (George Floyd): Dr. Bertie Simmons Speaks
The killing of George Floyd, a member of the Yates High School family, has poignantly exposed and made abundantly public the lives that blacks have lived for centuries in America. It is heart-breaking and calls several things to question: Why have we not, as the “privileged” class, done something over all these years to bring justice to the black community – a community that has made amazing contributions to our society? Why have we as the “privileged” closed our eyes to the unjust treatment they have endured all their lives? Our doing nothing shines a bright light on our lack of respect, understanding and empathy for others. The blame rests on our shoulders for our insensitivity and lack of courage to stand up for what is right.
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Jackson State graduate, military veteran aims to be the person he needed as a youth
All it took was a quote for Laquarius Moorehead to recognize what he wanted to do in life. “It said, ‘Be the person you needed when you were younger,’” said the 27-year-old. “Growing up, I did not see a lot of black male counselors or therapists. So, that’s what I wanted to do. I wanted to change the narrative and become one.”
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Judge KP George Announces COVID-19 Rental, Mortgage, and Utilities Assistance Program
Fort Bend County, TX- County Judge KP George, Social Services Director Anna Gonzales, and County Auditor Ed Sturdivant announced today a program to assist county residents with rental, mortgage, and utility needs. During the May 19th Commissioners Court meeting, the Court passed a budget on how to spend $134.3 million in federal funds from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The COVID-19 Rental, Mortgage, and Utilities Assistance Program is funded by the recently passed budget.
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National Alliance Statement in Response to George Floyd's Death
The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools released the following statement:
