The South African
The South African is an English-language South African online news publication and a leading source for news, sport, lifestyle, finance, opinion content in South Africa.
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Saluting California’s Native American Heritage: New Laws, “S-Word” Ban Lift Up Celebrations | Post News Group
Leaders of Native American tribes from across California, joined Governor Gavin Newsom when he signed AB 2022 and four other bills in an effort to build on his Administration’s work to promote equity, inclusion, and accountability throughout the
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Domestic Violence Groups Praise Gov’s Budget, But Ask for More Funding - Voice and Viewpoint
Quinci LeGardye | California Black Media Domestic violence (DV) advocates in California are praising Gov. Gavin Newsom for allocating $100 million in the 2021-22 budget May revision to support crime victims. But they say the money is not enough to meet new DV-specific demands brought on, in
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Social Justice Organizer Learns To Listen And Have Tough ‘Conversations’
By Genoa Barrow | OBSERVER Senior Staff Writer Toni McNeil recalls growing up on the south side of Stockton, a city known more for its crime rate than its graduation rate. A sign outside the entrance to the housing project where she lived read, “Stockton, Someplace Special.” “Righ
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California Women Go to “WAR” in Support of Gov. Newsom - Voice and Viewpoint
By Antonio Ray Harvey, California Black Media A broad coalition of California women are banding together to support Gov. Gavin Newsom as he fights to fend off a recall effort that could mar his legacy and throw him out of office in a little over a month. Members of the group, dubbing itself Women
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Dr. Ebony Hilton Leads Call for 'Secretary of Equity' | BlackPressUSA
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The importance of the position is underscored by Covid-19 statistics, which show that African Americans are disproportionately affected by the virus. Data also show that access to the vaccine is eluding the Black community.
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COMMENTARY: Securing the Place of the Negro Leagues in Baseball History — One Voice, One Mission | BlackPressUSA
THE AFRO — The Negro League Family Alliance (NLFA) is calling on Major League Baseball (MLB) to establish May 2 as annual “Negro League Day” in all 30 Major League Baseball parks across the nation, marking the day the first Negro League game was played. The contest that spring day pitted the
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Four Community Pillars Support Rise East Project in Oakland | Post News Group
“Seeing the disparities in our area, our approach — to be on the ground — best served this population,” said Dr. Noha Aboeleta, the founder of Roots says. “ROOTS is a community-based response organization. Over the years we grew from two people to 200 full-time
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Rep. Barbara Lee Invites Pastor Michael McBride to State of the Union Address | Post News Group
Rep. Barbara Lee was joined by Pastor Michael McBride, a Bay Area native, national faith leader, and racial justice activist, as her guest to President Biden’s State of the Union Address to Congress on Tuesday, February 7. “I can think of no better guest for this year’s State of the Union than the
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Commission Report Determines It’s Time for a Racial Reckoning in College Sports - Los Angeles Sentinel
The report, released by the independent Knight Commission, features a call to the NCAA and member schools to improve and enhance the academic performance and career chances of African American athletes who obtain sports-related jobs at much lower rates than
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Jocelynne Rainey, Ed.D. Announced as New President and CEO of Brooklyn Community Foundation
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Jocelynne Rainey will join Brooklyn Community Foundation as President and CEO on December 6, 2021. She follows Cecilia Clarke, who departed in July after holding the position since 2013.
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Source: Brooklyn Community Foundation | On a mission to spark lasting social change in Brooklyn
Civil Rights Before the Loving Decision | Post News Group
Loving v. Virginia was a landmark civil rights case in 1967 that recognized marriage as a fundamental right guaranteed by the Fourteenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which includes the Due Process Clause and the Equal Protection
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Some migrants who were flown to Martha’s Vineyard will still ‘wind up in Florida anyway,’ advocacy organization says – WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports
(CNN) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spent taxpayers’ money on flying migrants to Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts and some of those people are “still going to wind up in Florida anyway,” said Domingo Garcia, the president of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC). The roughly 50
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San Jose Spotlight: 15 of the Most Influential Black Leaders in Silicon Valley | Post News Group
Local Black leaders are working to change the odds and boost equality for the community. In celebration of Black History Month, San Jose Spotlight is highlighting 15 of the most influential Black leaders in Silicon
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SCOTUS abortion decision causes worry, and motivation to act, among Haitians - Texas Metro News
Haitian Timeswww.haitiantimes.com By The Haitian Times Staff BROOKLYN — News of the United States Supreme Court decision to overturnRoe vs. Wadericocheted across the country’s Haitian communities over the weekend, drawing concern about the abortion ban’s likely disproportionate impact on black
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Biden to Nominate Black Woman to Supreme Court
His appointment won’t change the 5-4 conservative lean of the court, but it will mark an historic first, with a Black woman elevated to the nation’s highest court. Here’s a look at six Black women on Biden’s short list for the nomination. By Brandon Patterson President Biden committed last week to
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Community First Project is Seeking Entries for Logo Contest
Community First, a project of Liberty Place, Inc., is seeking logo entries that represent the charge of ending homelessness in the Virgin Islands. Entries must be submitted to a staff or board member of Liberty Place by January 16, 2023.
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Source: St. Thomas Source | The trusted independent voice of the Virgin Islands community
Though Thousands of Miles Away, Tyre Nichols’ Death Affected Oaklanders
By Daisha Williams Post News Group Intern Like many other cities nationwide, Oakland was heavily impacted by Tyre Nichols’ death on January 10 in Memphis, Tenn., three days after being brutally beaten by multiple police officers. The officers allegedly pulled Nichols over for reckless
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PRESS ROOM: Leading CEOs Champion Equity for the Black Community in Accessing COVID-19 Vaccines - Voice and Viewpoint
Led by a diverse group of Black CEOs, this initiative gathers resources from respected and trusted community and business leaders, health professionals and public officials to ensure that accurate and transparent information about the COVID-19 vaccine is available to Black Americans. Our
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Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal: Advancing Economic and Public Health Opportunities for Communities of Color | BlackPressUSA
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The Bipartisan Infrastructure deal addresses economic disparities in our economy and the consequences of decades of disinvestment in America’s infrastructure that have fallen most heavily on communities of color. Through critical investments, the Bipartisan Infrastructure deal
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Over one million airline seats secured for winter out of US gateways – Bartlett
Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett today announced that a record 1.05 million airline seats have been secured from nearly six thousand flights coming into Jamaica out of the United States, during the upcoming winter season. With just over two...
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I SEE U, Episode 60: Finding Black American Joy | Houston Public Media
I SEE U showcases the 4-part series, MAKING BLACK AMERICA: THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE and takes part in a recent panel discussion about the film in a virtual webinar for Texas PBS
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Polls open in Madagascar presidential election hit by boycott | Africanews
Following a nighttime curfew and weeks of protests, voting got calmly under way on Thursday morning, according to journalists, with polls set to close at 05:00 pm (1400 GMT).
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COMMENTARY: Redistricting is Voter Suppression Too | Post News Group
We’ve all heard about the restrictive voter suppression laws that far-right state legislatures are passing. We’ve heard about the crackdowns on voting hours and mail-in voting, and even on giving food and water to voters in long lines. But we don’t hear enough about redistricting as another weapon
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Though Thousands of Miles Away, Tyre Nichols’ Death Affected Oaklanders | Post News Group
Like many other cities nationwide, Oakland was heavily impacted by Tyre Nichols’ death on January 10 in Memphis, Tenn., three days after being brutally beaten by multiple police officers. The officers allegedly pulled Nichols over for reckless driving. What followed was revealed on January 27 when
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Contacting your legislator? Cite your sources – if you want them to listen to you | New Pittsburgh Courier
If you’re going to write to your legislator, do your homework on the issues. digitalskillet/ iStock / Getty Images Plus by Daniel E Bergan, Michigan State University Suppose you have an issue you are really passionate about – taxes, gun control or some other important policy. You want to do more
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Daily Kos Week in Action: Veterans, striking workers, democracy, and climate change
Hello Daily Kos Community, and welcome to this�new�series by the Daily Kos Activism team! Each week, we’ll check in�to share�the issues we’re working on and get feedback on where you think we ...
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As digital activists, teens of color turn to social media to fight for a more just world | New Pittsburgh Courier
Self-expression and storytelling are among the primary objectives that young aspiring activists seek to achieve online. FG Trade via Getty Images by Dominique Skye McDaniel, Kennesaw State University When it comes to social media use among young people, very often the concern is about potential
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AFRO Exclusive: Black Philanthropy Circle Launches in Baltimore, Announces Inaugural Grantmaking Cycle | BlackPressUSA
THE AFRO — Founded by a group of more than 30 Black business and civic leaders, the Black Philanthropy Circle was established to cultivate an inclusive philanthropic community, to build the capacity of Baltimore’s Black nonprofits, and to impact Greater Baltimore’s Black community at large. The
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Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce Hosts 4th Black Sunday Holiday Expo at Akoma Market | Post News Group
The East Oakland Black Cultural Zone is a safe place for families, professionals, and children. It was a time to celebrate Black culture as we continue to promote “Oakland for the Holidays” campaign in collaboration with KRON 4. Guests enjoyed free admission and parking and came ready to
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