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National Museum of African American History and Culture Celebrates Women’s History Month Honoring Black Women
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) celebrates Women’s History Month by honoring Black women who spearheaded the fight for justice, equality and change. The museum will recognize “Black Women: The Activist” as the theme for March and share stories, events and exhibits that demonstrate the resiliency of Black women. For more information, visit the museum’s website.
Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Reward honors top performers, reaffirms commitment to DBE program
The Illinois Department of Transportation concluded another successful Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Reward conference, drawing record attendance and recognizing top performers in the industry, while pledging the agency’s ongoing and continued commitment to the state’s minority- and women-owned businesses through the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program.
Hampton University Achieves Prestigious Research 2 Designation
Hampton University has officially attained Research 2 (R2) status—High Research Spending and Doctorate Production—by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. This prestigious designation places Hampton among an elite cohort of 139 institutions nationwide that meet the rigorous benchmarks of at least $5 million in annual research expenditures and the awarding of 20 or more research doctorates each year.
3 Visionary Leaders Join Akina Technologies PBC to Empower Black + BIPOC Women and Advance Generative AI Innovation
Akina Technologies PBC, the pioneering platform offering transformative AI solutions, resources, and an unparalleled community by and for marginalized communities, proudly announces the addition of three groundbreaking leaders to its team. Former Obama administration advisor, DeJuana L. Thompson, joins as co-founder, while visionary leaders Lisa Green and Dr. Nashlie Sephus bring their expertise to advisory roles. This marks a new chapter in Akina Technologies' mission to empower women of color, foster equity, and create groundbreaking technology designed for impact.
The Apollo’s Dining with the Divas Luncheon Hosted By Bevy Smith Raises $450K for Arts Education
The Apollo proudly announces the success of its annual Dining with the Divas luncheon, which raised over $450K to support The Apollo’s education programs. These initiatives provide over 20,000 NYC students with access to free or low-cost performances at The Apollo each year, as well as offer paid internships and apprenticeships for on-site career training and workforce development in the arts.
Buttah Skin Launches #BlackBeautyForward Tik Tok Campaign to Celebrate the Future of Skincare
Buttah Skin is turning up the glow with its #BlackBeautyForward campaign, a call to action to celebrate, support, and uplift Black beauty—past, present, and future. Teaming up with some of TikTok’s most dynamic creators, Buttah Skin invites everyone to step up, show out, and make Black beauty history happen today.
Pvolve Strengthens Women's Health Mission with the Appointment of Dr. Jessica Shepherd as Head of Medical Affairs
Pvolve, the clinically proven workout that pairs functional strength training with cutting-edge resistance equipment to sculpt and strengthen the whole-body, is expanding its Clinical Advisory Board with the addition of Jessica Shepherd, MD, MBA, FACOG, as Head of Medical Affairs. Dr. Shepherd is a board-certified OB/GYN, women's health expert, and a leading voice in longevity. She is deeply committed to redefining the perimenopause and menopause journey and is a trailblazer in taking a holistic approach to women's health, aligning perfectly with Pvolve's mission to empower women at all stages of life through innovative, science-backed wellness solutions.
ZERO Prostate Cancer Launches Bold $20 Million 'Blitz The Barriers' Initiative
ZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO), the nation's leading advocacy and support foundation for prostate cancer awareness, has announced the launch of Blitz the Barriers during Cancer Prevention Month. This bold initiative, with a target fund goal of $20 million, marks the most ambitious project in the history of U.S. prostate cancer patient programs. It aims to save lives by addressing critical disparities in prostate cancer outcomes, especially among Black men, Veterans, and rural underserved communities. Disparities, due to factors like systemic bias, can exist regardless of income.
The Englewood Arts Collective Creates Visibility Through Arts
The Englewood Arts Collective was formed by ten multidisciplinary artists who came together in 2017, but they became really active three years later in the summer of 2020, responding to what was happening in the world at the time. The collective initiative came together with the mission to positively represent where they were from, Englewood and West Englewood.
New Artificial Intelligence Tool Can Help Job Seekers
A new tool from Google can assist people who are looking for job opportunities. Career Dream is a Google Artificial Intelligence (AI) experiment that was recently launched. It can help people create a professional story, explore new job possibilities and help with cover letters, resumes and prepare users for job interviews.
Black Women-Owned Dispensary Wants To Remove Stigma And Keep People Safe
Maria Davis, Crystal Anderson and Nakia McAdoo are three Black nurse anesthetists who own Excelleaf Dispensary in Dekalb, Illinois. While the women live in Chicago, they were awarded a dispensary license in DeKalb.
Illinois Made Program Helped Local South Side Restaurant To Gain Statewide Recognition
Dominique Leach established Lexington Betty’s Smokehouse in 2017, with a food truck. After a setback with the food truck, Leach worked to get the business on food delivery and catering platforms. Lexington Betty Smokehouse opened three locations, closing two of them and keeping the location in Pullman. Since then, Leach has appeared on the Food Network television show and was named Best Barbecue in Chicago by Good Morning America.
Ingrid LaVon Launches Tequila Brand That Creates Legacy And Empowers Women
Ingrid LaVon is a corporate executive and entrepreneur who is using her new tequila brand, Geneba Tequila, to give back to and empower women. The spirit designed for women was named after Ingrid LaVon’s mother Geneva.
Preparing Financially for Future Emergencies: Building Resilience and Readiness
In an unpredictable world, financial emergencies can arise at any moment, whether due to unexpected medical expenses, job loss, or natural disasters. Building financial resilience is not just about having a safety net; it's about cultivating habits and strategies that help ensure stability and peace of mind in the face of uncertainty.
