How Babies’ Brains Develop
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Decades of studies have consistently shown that children who receive high-quality early learning have better health, education, and earnings outcomes, and are less likely to be incarcerated or use government assistance programs over the course of their lives.
Go Towards the Extraordinary with Ford
Ford is committed to racial and social justice and is working diligently to support a culture of belonging for all team members and partners. Over the past several years, Ford has placed a significant focus on restructuring its recruitment of Black and other individuals from underrepresented groups, including increasing the number of professional organizations and historically Black colleges and universities with which the company works. These actions are part of Ford’s ongoing commitment to drive lasting change for racial and ethnic equality within the company and in the communities where we live and work.
PRESS ROOM: Clyburn, Pressley, Scanlon, Colleagues Urge Biden to Use Clemency Power to Address Mass Incarceration Before Leaving Office
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Mass incarceration remains a persistent, systemic injustice that erodes the soul of America. Our nation has the highest incarceration rate in the world, with nearly two million people locked in jails and prisons throughout the country.
Tennessee State University Set to Debut the First Division I Hockey Team at An HBCU
THE AFRO — “I am incredibly excited to embark on building this program, supported by God, my family, TSU students, alumni, and all those eagerly awaiting this moment,” said Duanté Abercrombie, the head coach of the Tennessee State Tigers ice hockey team, in a press release courtesy of TSU Athletics. “I firmly believe that one day, TSU will be recognized not only as a powerhouse on the ice but also as a program whose student-athletes leave a profound legacy on the world, enriched by the lessons learned at TSU.”
HBCU Champions Advance to Postseason Play
WASHINGTON INFORMER — From HBCU football teams, to the University of the District of Columbia’s soccer program, and Howard University’s volleyball players, athletes are still working to capture titles and garner bragging rights in their various conferences.

Commissioner Miller, Kappa Alpha Psi unite to give away free holiday turkeys
Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller of the 6th District partnered with Kappa Alpha Psi Calumet City-Lansing Alumni Chapter to distribute free turkeys on Saturday, Nov. 23. The event brought joy to community members, particularly those facing economic challenges. Hundreds gathered at the Glenwood-Lynwood Public Library to receive food baskets with turkeys. The atmosphere of warmth The post Commissioner Miller, Kappa Alpha Psi unite to give away free holiday turkeys appeared first on Rolling Out.

Black Ghosts: Noo Saro-Wiwa’s new book is a powerful reflection on Africans in China

December 18, 2023
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By Janet Remmington Noo Saro-Wiwa is a celebrated Nigerian-born travel writer. Her latest book is Black Ghosts. It explores, with candor and compassion, the lives of several African economic migrants living in China, a group of people who are key to trade between the continents. Janet Remmington is a scholar of African travel writing and mobility,

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