By A. David Dahmer
Two groups announce plan to boost spending
By Jazelle Hunt, Washington Correspondent WASHINGTON (NNPA) – The U.S. Black Chambers (USBC) and the National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators, and Developers (NABHOOD) are formally partnering to make sure that a significant portion of the $40 billion African Americans spend each year on travel and tourism remains in Black hands.The partnership was launched […]
Marches and protests predated 1964 March on Washington
By Freddie Allen, NNPA Washington Correspondent WASHINGTON (NNPA) — Although many are nostalgically reflecting on 50 years ago when the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was signed into law, there was no universal agreement on what tactics to deploy in the fight for equality, according to a report on the movement by the Economic Policy […]
Gwen Moore Seeks Assistance to Reduce Milwaukee Gun Violence, Sends Letter to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder
MILWAUKEE – Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder asking him to partner with local officials to help reduce and prevent gun violence in Milwaukee.“Gun violence is a plague that steals the lives of far too many in our community. Each time we lose a life, our hearts […]
U.S. groups reject anti-gay discrimination bill over religious exemption
By Julia Hotz WASHINGTON (IPS) — Civil rights groups across the United States have withdrawn their support from a major legislative proposal that would outlaw workplace discrimination against sexual minorities, warning that recent legal developments could exempt companies on religious grounds.Five major legal advocacy groups are arguing that the legislation, known as the Employment Non-Discrimination […]
Young Latin Americans face spiral of unemployment, poverty
By Marianela Jarroud SANTIAGO (IPS) —In Latin America, young people are the main link in the chain of poverty leading from one generation to the next. Civil society groups, academics and young people themselves say it is imperative to strengthen the connection between education today and decent employment tomorrow.“The region’s youth is a subject in […]
Centro Hispano hosts Race To Equity Discussion
Centro Hispano hosts Race To Equity Discussion Announces $100,000 grant from CUNA Mutual to help address disparities by A. David Dahmer On June 27, the Centro Hispano board of directors, staff, and Executive Director Karen Menéndez Coller hosted a Race To Equity Discussion for invited community leaders, supporters, and the media to outline […]
“Issues and Ale” delves into racial disparities in women’s health
“Issues and Ale” delves into racial disparities in women’s health by A. David Dahmer A small group of community members gathered in the upstairs level of Coopers Tavern June 25 to discuss racial disparities in women's health at the first-ever "Issues and Ales" event hosted by the Wisconsin Council on Children and Families. Erica […]
Martin and Coretta King awarded Congressional Gold Medal
By Freddie Allen, NNPA Washington Correspondent WASHINGTON (NNPA) —During a recent ceremony on Capitol Hill, lawmakers from the United States Senate and House of Representatives celebrated the anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and honored Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King with the Congressional Gold Medal.“The Civil Rights Act of […]
CUNA Mutual Group awards $1.2 million grant to MMSD: Grant aimed at improving student achievement
By A. David Dahmer CUNA Mutual Group announced it is committing $1.2 million to the Madison Metropolitan School District’s (MMSD) efforts to improve student success at a press conference at James C. Wright Middle School June 26.“I’m really excited at the opportunity to have comprehensive support for myself, my peers, and especially new teachers as […]
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