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Librarian of Congress Receives Blackwell Award from Hobart and William Smith Colleges
During the 2021 Commencement exercises at Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden became the 42nd recipient of the prestigious Elizabeth Blackwell Award. She also delivered the Commencement Address and received an honorary degree.
Eliza Christoph Luxury, Ethical Fashion Brand Launched to Embody a Kenyan Sensibility With Color, Pattern, & Sustainability
Chic, urban, sophisticated, vibrant, and inspired Eliza Christoph enters the fashion zeitgeist on a mission. Founded by Kenyan-born and NYC-based Liz Njoroge, the newly launched brand is an homage to her homeland and an upscale nod to its betterment.
NECESSITY BECOMES THE MOTHER OF INVENTION
Iris Nichole Patterson describes herself as a lover of entrepreneurship. She owns a behavioral health practice and also owns Iris Botanicals Natural Haircare Line.
Grubhub And Restaurant Strong Fund Program Gives $2 Million To Help Restaurants Reopen
Grubhub, a leading food-ordering and delivery marketplace, and The Greg Hill Foundation’s Restaurant Strong Fund recently announced the latest phase in their commitment to supporting restaurants: the Restaurant Stronger program, a new initiative to provide $5,000 grants to eligible independent restaurants.
BLACK STUDENT ENROLLMENT IS DOWN, STAKEHOLDERS WORK TO TURN THE NUMBERS AROUND
Equity Working Group, convened by Chicago State University’s President Zaldwaynaka Scott, Esq., has come up with an action plan to close the 29 percent drop in student enrollment among Blacks in Illinois’ higher education system.
AARP Urges Older Americans Struggling to Access and Aff ord High-Speed Internet to Enroll in New Emergency Broadband Benefi t Program
A recent AARP survey found many Americans age 50+ struggle to access and afford high-speed internet.
FOUNDER OF THE HOPE IS FOUNDATION CREATES ENDOWMENT SCHOLARSHIP
David Robertson is the founder of the Hope Is Foundation, an organization that aims to expand local communities’ capacity to respond to the health, educational and economic needs of the community.
More Than 85 Percent of Black Homicide Victims Killed With Guns, Study Finds
Guns are by far the most common weapon used to kill Black homicide victims in America, according to a new study by the Violence Policy Center (VPC). The study found that 86 percent of Black homicide victims nationwide were killed with guns. Of these, two thirds were killed with a handgun.
JONES LEADS PEACEFUL DEMONSTRATION AGAINST HOSPITAL’S PLANS
Thaddeus Jones, mayor of Calumet City, says that downsizing and the potential closing of St. Margaret Hospital would affect residents of his city.
HOSPITAL SEEKS STATE INVESTMENT TO REMAIN OPEN
West Suburban Medical Center, located at 3 Erie St., in Oak Park, has been in the community since 1914. Now it is seeking financial help from the state of Illinois to keep its doors open. According to a press release, the medical center has treated more than 38,000 patients in its Emergency Department and more than 140,000 patients annually.
DuSABLE MUSEUM ANNOUNCES SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE DuSUMMER TO FEATURE JAZZ, HOUSE MUSIC AND MORE FROM JUNE THROUGH SEPTEMBER
To celebrate the reopening to the public of the DuSable Museum of African American History, the Museum has announced “DuSummer” a robust schedule of outdoor entertainment programs from June 2, 2021 through September 31, 2021 …and there’s something for everyone included in the lineup.
Why clinical trial diversity is key to increasing access to routine care and innovative treatment options
The COVID-19 pandemic has shone a light on longstanding health care disparities and amplified the importance of clinical trial diversity, especially participation of those patients and communities disproportionately impacted by the disease being studied. Since clinical trials function as the gatekeeper to bringing new medicines safely to patients and communities, it has become increasingly important that diverse communities be represented in our research efforts.
FOUNDATION SEEKS TO CLOSE THE RACIAL AND ETHNIC WEALTH GAP
Chicago Community Trust is more than 100 years old, but its mission of bringing greater equity and economic development to the Chicagoland region remains the same. Dr. Helene Gayle is the president and CEO of Chicago Community Trust. She said the community foundation is able to connect philanthropy to impact because there is a broad base of donors who want to invest in the community. “We work with donors who want to invest in the Chicago region and help to connect them to opportunities that can allow them to use their dollars in ways that make the biggest difference,” Gayle said.
McDonald’s partners with the Biden Administration to provide trusted, independent information on COVID-19 vaccines
As part of our ongoing efforts to support communities and local neighborhoods during the COVID-19 pandemic, McDonald’s is partnering with the Biden Administration to make access to information on vaccines even easier for the millions of customers who enjoy McDonald’s each day in the U.S.
