WORLD POWERS MUST STOP PLUNDERING AFRICA
Pope Francis echoed the late great Pan-Africanist, Kwame Nkrumah, during his recent African visit. But will the foreign powers heed his call to stop plundering Africa?
Child Welfare: HHS Is Taking Steps to Help States Support Relative Caregivers with Evidence-Based Programs
Washington, D.C.- March 8, 2023, Representative Danny K. Davis (D-IL) issued the following statement on the public release of the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) report Child Welfare: HHS Is Taking Steps to Help States Support Relative Caregivers with Evidence-Based Programs (GAO-23-105624).
National Alliance for Black Business (NABB) and the U.S. Department of Commerce's Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Form a Historic Alliance to Develop Black-Owned Businesses
On Wednesday, February 22, 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), and the National Alliance for Black Business (NABB) signed a historic MOU during the NABB's first annual National Black Business Policy Conference in Washington, D.C. The NABB was co-founded by the National Business League (NBL) and the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), which represent a combined 153 years of service to Black businesses and are now collectively working to organize a unified national black economic agenda.
Chicago Treasurer’s Office and R. Seelaus & Co. Invest to Increase Homeownership and Renew Neglected Neighborhoods
More low-to-moderate income homebuyers in Chicago will now be able to realize their dreams of homeownership. Thanks to an innovative public and private partnership between the Chicago City Treasuer’s Office and R. Seelaus & Co., Inc., a certified women-owned, full-service investment and asset management firm, new capital has been invested in Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae that will make mortgages for single-family homes more accessible on the city’s south and west side neighborhoods.
SOUTH SUBURBAN SCHOOL DISTRICTS COME TOGETHER FOR A BLACK HISTORY PERFORMING ARTS SHOWCASE FEATURING OVER 400 STUDENTS
More than 400 students from districts across the south suburbs came together at Governor’s State University on Monday, February 27, for a Black History Performing Arts Showcase. The theme of the showcase was “As One” and was a collaborative effort between Rich Township High School District 227, Southland College Prep High School, Elementary School District 159, Matteson School District 162, and Park Forest-Chicago Heights School District 163.
Chef and Restaurant Owner speaks to Hyde Park High School students
At the end of February, he paid it forward by speaking with students from Hyde Park Academy High School as part of the Obama Foundation Future Series.
Kim Carter Heads to UN Headquarters to "Tell it Like a Woman" and Share Her Story of Resilience and Overcoming Obstacles
To support the call for a gender-equal media and entertainment industry, the Permanent Mission of Italy to the UN and UN Women, together with a cross-regional group of Member States and the non-profit organization "We Do It Together" (WDIT), which is focused on women's empowerment, will hold a special screening of "Tell it Like a Woman" at the United Nations Headquarters in the U.N. General Assembly Hall.
The Wait is Over! HAMILTON RETURNS TO CHICAGO!
Chicago, Ill. – Broadway In Chicago announced that HAMILTON will return to Chicago for the first time following a record-breaking 3+ year run. This multi-week engagement begins September 13, at the James M. Nederlander Theatre. Groups are now available for 10+ by calling 312-977-1710. Casting, performance schedule, and individual ticket sales for HAMILTON will be announced later this year. For more details, visit BroadwayInChicago.com.
Reregulation of Airlines Will Have Negative Impact on Travelers of Color
Among the significant strides our country has made to create a more equitable society, air travel does not always come to mind. However, it was not long ago that air travel was only for the elite. Airfares were prohibitively expensive, and flying on commercial airlines was a privilege that almost exclusively upper-class, white Americans could enjoy.
PRESIDENT AND CEO OF CHICAGO FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN WANTS TO TRANSFORM PEOPLE'S LIVES
Felicia Davis Blakley has spent the bulk of her career in the public sector, helping people. Her mother raised her with a very strong sense of community and responsibility and giving back.
West Side United provides funds to small businesses in the community
James Diggs has been the owner and operator of Tidy Up Experts for seven years. The commercial cleaning business, which is located on the city’s West side, currently has three contracts in Garfield Park and two in North Lawndale. Tidy Up Experts also employs youth and trains them on janitorial and cleaning work.
Toyota Announces the Winners of its ‘Need a Nudge’ Contest
An inspiring group of noteworthy local grassroots organizations from across the U.S. have been named recipients of $10,000 grants, in the first-ever Toyota “Need a Nudge” contest. The national initiative, launched in the fall of 2022, was conceived to help support and uplift non-profit organizations and leaders across the country, whose often unsung work is effecting positive change in the communities Toyota serves.
THE DUSABLE MUSEUM TO PRESENT A NEW EXHIBITION OF ART FROM THE COLLECTION OF ACTRESS CCH POUNDER
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center is pleased to announce a new exhibition featuring paintings from the Collection of Emmy® award-nominated actress CCH Pounder. The exhibition “Diaspora Stories: Selections from the CCH Pounder Collection” will open on March 18, 2023, and continue through July 16, 2023.
Physicist is building a community for Black and Latinx scientists
Dr. Jessica Esquivel became interested in Science Technology Engineering Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) from watching science fiction movies growing up. When she saw “Contact,” with Jodie Foster playing an astrophysicist, she was hooked and enthralled by the story of a woman scientist who was leading a group.
Illinois Earns Credit Upgrade from S&P
Governor JB Pritzker celebrated S&P Global Ratings’ upgrade of Illinois bonds. This latest action means that Illinois has received a total of seven upgrades in less than two years under Governor Pritzker. This fiscal progress was achieved due to strong fiscal leadership by Gov. Pritzker and Democrats in the General Assembly.
Scholarship provides funding for students interested in STEM
ComEd has a scholarship for students interested in pursuing careers in energy. The Future of Energy Scholars Program provides up to $10,000 for students, as well as an opportunity to intern with ComEd.
Green City Market to Kick Off 2023 Sustainable Supper Series at Michelin-Recognized Restaurant, Eden
Green City Market (GCM), the nonprofit organization behind Chicago’s premier sustainable farmers’ market, is hosting its first installment of the 2023 Sustainable Supper Series at The Paramount Group’s Avondale-based restaurant, Eden. The event takes place on from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 21, and tickets will include a specialty cocktail (or mocktail), a three-course meal sourced locally and sustainably from Green City Market farmers, and a live panel discussing the important impact that farmers’ markets have on the local food system.
LYNWOOD HOST “PROPERTY AFTER DEATH FORUM” FOR RESIDENTS TO GAIN KNOWLEDGE ON HOW TO PLAN FOR ASSETS & PROPERTY FRAUD PROTECTION
The Village of Lynwood is pleased to announce its upcoming Property After Death Forum Event, which will take place on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, from 5:30 PM until 7:30 PM, at the Glenwood-Lynwood Library located at 19901 Stony Island Avenue, Lynwood, IL 60411. The event will provide essential information on how residents can acquire assets from their loved ones after death and how to protect their homes from property fraud. Residents will have an in-depth opportunity to gain knowledge on how to acquire assets from their loved ones after death. Statistics show that billions of dollars in assets go unclaimed each year, mainly due to a need for knowledge about how to transfer them. This event aims to provide residents with the necessary information on transferring homes, cars, and bank accounts to whom they choose.
Sebastian White to Partner With Chef Devon Quinn to Raise Funds for The Evolved Network
Chef Sebastian White of The Evolved Network and Chef Devon Quinn, Chief Culinary Officer for eden, are thrilled to present “Sprouts of Change”, a five-course collaboration dinner from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 14. Guests will enjoy passed bites, dinner, and wine pairings–with each of the five courses created by either Devon or Sebastian, ending with a dessert they’ve created together. All proceeds from the dinner will directly support The Evolved Network in their mission to provide culinary, gardening, and service experiences to equip youth in systematically oppressed Chicago communities. Programs offer transformative healing, useful real life skills, and the support needed to evolve into masters of their own unique gifts.
