By Henry Beecher Hicks III, President and CEO, National Black MBA Association “I love my Black job.” – Simone Biles, three times Olympian, most decorated gymnast in history In recent weeks, the discussion around what constitutes a “Black job” has reignited a critical conversation about race, identity and the workforce. The term has been used to describe jobs perceived as lower-paying or less desirable, typically occupied by Black workers. However, it is vital to shift this narrative and recognize the substantial contributions Black professionals make across all sectors. Let’s talk…
Education & Schools
Fresh and innovative things are developing on the campus of Gammon Theological Seminary in the Atlanta University Center. Speaking before a crowd gathered at the west side of Gammon Hall, President Dean Candace M. Lewis greeted those in attendance and then spoke briefly about new things happening at her school. On this occasion, she said, at a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Gammon Student Lounge, that this was the first of many new things to come at Gammon. The lounge is a special place, with nice bench chairs and tables, comfortable sofas, TV monitors, ample study areas, and other…
The Saving Our Sons (SOS) organization is a program for males aged 8 to 15 and focuses on violence prevention and anger management. Throughout the year, the organizations has several field trips, but more importantly, the leaders talk to the youth about life skills, survival, citizenship and leadership. Saving Our Sons (SOS) Video, August 2, 2024, submitted by the Saving Our Sons (SOS) organization: More Information For more information, please contact Mr. Bruce W. Griggs at (404) 889-3008. Donations are accepted Support is needed. Tax-deductible donations may be made to:…
The African-American Male Wellness Agency recently announced its annual Atlanta Black Men’s Wellness Day on Saturday, September 14, 7:00 am, at Morehouse College Public Health Sciences Institute, 830 Westview Drive Southwest Atlanta, GA 30314. For the past five years, Black Men’s Wellness Day Atlanta has been an annual event that features a 5K walk/run and health screenings for Black men. The goal is to get as many Black men as possible to participate in free onsite health screenings that measure their blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, HIV, STD/STI, prostate cancer, and…
Raleigh, North Carolina – Governor Roy Cooper (of Raleigh, North Carolina) appointed Barrett Berry to the North Carolina Hearing Aid Dealers and Fitters Licensing Board to serve as a member with a three-year term. The Licensing Board was established to protect the hearing-impaired public of North Carolina by registering, licensing, and regulating Hearing Aid Specialists. Berry is the president of Solution Partnerz, LLC, a consulting firm in Charlotte, North Carolina, specializing in government contracting. He is a founding member of Dinner with Friends (DwF), a private business social club in…
Saving Our Sons (SOS): Video of Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens speaking to SOS youth on August 2, 2024: On August 2-3, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia, Saving Our Sons (SOS) held a Boys to Men Lock-In at the C. T. Martin Natatorium and Recreation Center. The two-day program included Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, DJ Greg Street and others. The program is for males aged 8 to 15 and focuses on violence prevention and anger management. Throughout the year, the organizations has several field trips, but more importantly, the leaders talk to…
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