The Path Forwarded Framed by Isaiah 40: 28
These days are turbulent and trying. There is a concerted effort to destabilize and stoke fear with uncertainty and chaos. The very foundation of our society is being inspected for dismantling while those in the position to stop this unraveling do nothing or acquiesce to the orders given. This country’s path towards stability, equity, and sustainability will grow narrower and more obscure from here.
Queen’s Initiative Seeks To Improve The Health of Black Women
Evelyn Green knew as a child that a resident’s zip code could determine whether they had access to health care, the quality of care and life expectancy. Growing up on the South side of Chicago she was aware of comorbidities that were related to access to quality health care. Coupled with her concern for social and economic injustices, she decided she wanted to go into public health, with a goal to eliminate health disparities.
“LUNCH WITH A LAWYER” TO CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
The Ted and Kelli London Charitable Foundation, in partnership with the Ted London and Associates, is sponsoring “Lunch with a Lawyer” to commemorate Black History Month and encourage students of color to consider a career in the legal profession.
CITY OF HARVEY WEEKLY WRAP-UP: HOMEOWNERS WORKSHOP AND HARVEY LOFTS RIBBON-CUTTING CELEBRATION
his past week, the City of Harvey hosted two pivotal events aimed at revitalizing the community and fostering economic growth. On February 8, the city held a Homeowners Workshop to provide valuable resources to residents, followed by the Harvey Lofts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony on February 12, marking a $19 million private investment in housing and urban development.
Equal Hope Holds Successful 3rd Annual “Teal Talk” Health & Resource Fair
Chicagoans attended Equal Hope’s 3rd Annual “Teal Talk” Health & Resource Fair recently at the Humboldt Park Field House, held in honor of National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in January. Teal is the color representing cervical cancer.
Todd McDonald Named Chairman of the National Bankers Association
Liberty Bank and Trust proudly announces that its President, Todd McDonald, has been sworn in as the new Chairman of the National Bankers Association (NBA), succeeding Robert E. James II, President and CEO of Carver Financial Corporation. This marks another significant leadership transition for the NBA as it continues its mission of protecting and expanding inclusive banking across the nation.
Suburban School Districts Partner with United Negro College Fund to Raise Hundreds of Thousands in Scholarship Dollars for Local Students
For the third year, the Superintendents’ Commission for the Study of Demographics and Diversity (SCSDD) and UNCF, the United Negro College Fund, are joining forces to raise scholarship money for students in the Chicagoland area. The “Investing in Our Future” Scholarship Gala will be held on Friday, February 21, from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Drive, Tinley Park. Visit investinginourfuture.myle.com for more information.
8th Annual WDB L.E.G.A.C.Y. Awards Weekend Showcases and Supports over 1000 Black-Owned Businesses
WDB Marketing and its nonprofit arm, WDB Cares, are thrilled to announce the 8th Annual WDB L.E.G.A.C.Y. (Leadership, Education, Growth, Advocacy, Community, and Youth) Awards Weekend, set to take place from March 14th to March 16th. This three-day extravaganza promises to be a vibrant celebration of Black entrepreneurs, offering a platform for inspiration, education, and networking for over 1,000 businesses. The weekend will culminate in a gala honoring remarkable entrepreneurs and their significant contributions to their communities.
JUSTICE FOR THE HONORABLE MARCUS MOSIAH GARVEY IS ACCEPTABLE
The Honorable Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. (Born November 20, 1942) the forty-six President of the United States of America, on January 19, 2025 Posthumously Pardons the Honorable Marcus Mosiah Garvey (Born August 17, 1887, Died June 10, 1940).
Who Do They Work For? A Homeowner’s Reflection on Community and Accountability
On Sunday as my wife and I were driving home from church, a police officer was blocking my street and preventing me from going home. As I pulled up, he got out of his car and asked us did we live on the block. We said yes and he asked us to pull out our ID to prove it.
EDUCATION ADVOCATES, CRITICS, AND ELECTED LEADERS ALL AMAZED AND IMPRESSED BY REMARKABLE ACHIEVEMENTS OF RICH TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL 227 (RTHS)
Dr. Johnnie Thomas-Superintendent of Rich Township High School District 227- and Attorney Andrea Bonds-Board President of RTHS- school Board Member Tiffany Taylor are publicly expressing their collective enthusiasm over recent findings that solidifies RTHS as one of the top performing High School Districts within the state of Illinois. Much of the positive findings reflect the remarkable improvements over the past eight years in which Superintendent Thomas and the full board executed a significant reform plan for the district.
What’s Next?
These last few weeks this new president’s executive orders have been wreaking havoc across the world. It has caused me great concern, how about you?
ELA 2025 Cohort. The Advanced Leadership Institute, Inc.
After a competitive selection process, 21 talented leaders have been tapped to participate in the 2025 cohort of the Executive Leadership Academy (ELA), the seventh cohort of The Advanced Leadership Institute's (TALI) flagship executive program. This transformative program, which addresses the unique challenges Black professionals face in the workplace, aims to educate, develop, connect, and position senior-level managers and executives with higher-level career aspirations for executive advancement. With course content delivered by the faculty at Carnegie Mellon University Tepper School of Business, ELA participants benefit from a world-class executive education, executive coaching, executive mentorship, and peer networking.
