The one thing all members of the United Nations agree with is that Haiti needs help.” ‘Hakuna Matata,’ the Swahili language term for ‘no worries,’ seemed to be the declaration of President William Ruto as he and Prime Minister Ariel Henry witnessed the signing of a reciprocal agreement between their respective nations, Kenya and Haiti…
In an unprecedented celebration of Black History Month, Chase Bank with presentations by J.P. Morgan Chase & Company, and in collaboration with The Beverly Hills West (CA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated (BHW), hosted an empowering evening dedicated to financial literacy and inclusion. This landmark event, held at Chase Bank’s Downtown Los Angeles premiere location,…
The Reverend Thelma Thompson Gordon has been awarded a grant through the Lilly Endowment Clergy Renewal Program. The Lilly Endowment Inc. funds this program, and it is administered by Christian Theological Seminary (CTS). Grants of up to $60,000 are awarded to congregations to fund a sabbatical for the Clergy and help cover the cost of…
Livingstone College hosted The Great Debate HBCU Tour featuring Hampton and Howard universities on Monday, Feb. 12, at 10 a.m. in Bishop James Varick Auditorium. In Livingstone College’s inaugural year of serving as host, the institution extended invitations to high schools throughout the state to partake in the grand experience whereas Salisbury Academy, Gray Stone…
The Beverly Hills West (CA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, in proud partnership with the American Red Cross, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU), Faithful Central Bible Church (FCBC), and the City of Inglewood, extends heartfelt gratitude to our community for the overwhelming support shown at our recent Blood Donor Project. Held…
Atlanta, GA – Zion Lester a high school scholar, student-athlete, and now author pens her first book: “Zion Learns to See”, a heartwarming children’s book fostering empathy and awareness about homelessness. Co-authored alongside her father and founder of Love Beyond Walls, Dr. Terence Lester, “Zion Learns to See” invites young readers to see the world…
MEMPHIS, Tenn.–Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., a beacon of service and commitment, celebrated its enduring alliance with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® at the Vicennium Partnership Banquet at the Masonic Temple. The event was hosted by the Memphis (TN) Alumni Chapter, the University of Memphis Chapter, the Kappa Beta of Kappa Alpha Psi, and sponsored…
February 2, 2024 Durham, NC – Lately there has been a lot of discussion around Trauma-Informed Care in the field of human services. Trauma-Informed Care recognizes the presence of symptoms of trauma and the role that trauma could play in an individual’s life. On a systemic or institutional level, Trauma-Informed Care changes the culture to…
Salisbury, NC | Livingstone College has received a $1 million donation from an anonymous donor for the third time in less than 180 days, according to an announcement made by President Dr. Anthony J. Davis on Monday, March 11. The previous two $1 million donations were also made by the same anonymous donor, with the…
Edwin Eason Sr. “Rip Saw,” beloved husband, dad, granddad, brother, first man, and friend was called to eternal rest on March 2, 2024. Edwin was born in Norfolk County, Virginia on August 4, 1953, to Ella Eason and Linwood Eason Sr. He attended New Foreman Temple A.M.E. Zion Church, where he accepted Jesus as his…
March 2024 New York, NY.., The Honorable Anthony Daniels is a former student of Alabama District CED Director Nadine Ivy (pic’d). He is also the youngest and the first African American Minority Leader in the Alabama House of Representatives (D-Huntsville). He has led the House Democratic Caucus since February 22, 2017, and is now running…
During the 30th Quadrennial of the Women’s Home and Overseas Missionary Society, Mrs. Melva Polk Wright, the Connectional Secretary for Youth, took a moment to honor the accomplishments of our dynamic youth through the presentation of the “Youth Missionary Society (YMS) Spotlight Awards.” These awards, categorized into Academics, The Arts, Community Service, and Athletics, were…
Recently, I crossed paths with a college student who is an aspiring humanitarian. Our conversation focused on the state of the world, hopes for the future, the use of self in conflict management, and how care of self interfaces with calling. During our time together, she pondered and processed, “How do I take it all…
Miami, FL – During Women’s History Month, as we honor and celebrate the outstanding achievements made by women around the country, the Thrivin’ in Color podcast welcomed Pamela Bakewell, Chief Advisor to the Chairman of The Bakewell Company & Bakewell Media, for an inspirational discussion on her journey to being a trailblazing leader and businesswoman. …
But Ruth replied, “Don’t urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go, I will go, and where you stay, I will stay. Your people will be my people, and your God my God. Where you die, I will die, and there I will be buried. May the Lord deal…
On Sunday, February 4, 2024, twelve members of the Little Rock AME Zion Church, Charlotte, NC, each received a check for two hundred dollars for their continuing education at various accredited institutions of higher learning. The CD Rippy Scholarship was established by the pastor, Dr. Dwayne A. Walker, upon his arrival at Little Rock as…
Salisbury, NC | Livingstone College is pleased to announce that it will host West Charlotte High School’s (WCHS) Culinary Arts Program on its campus on March 14. During the visit, WCHS students will tour the campus, attend a presentation with the college’s culinary arts department, and view Livingstone’s state-of-the-art culinary arts facilities. They will also…
The Columbus Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church was transformed into the likes of a Broadway theatre for the North Charlotte District Lay Council Annual Seasoned Saints Program! Rev. Jarma R. Chisholm, the host pastor, and the congregation provided a welcoming environment for participants and the congregations of the churches of the North Charlotte District, as well…
The Honors Program of Livingstone College hosted its annual collaborative academic honors induction ceremony on Friday, February 16, in Little Tubman Theatre, during the holistic hour, 11:00 a.m. Assembled included Livingstone College students who were members and inductees of Alpha Kappa Mu representing the top 10% of juniors and seniors and Alpha Lamba Delta for…
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Cancer Grand Challenges, a global research funding initiative co-founded by Cancer Research UK and the National Cancer Institute, today announces funding for five new global research teams to take on some of the toughest cancer challenges. Team SAMBAI, led by Melissa Davis, Ph.D., Director of the Institute of Translational Genomic Medicine, Morehouse…
