Giving Breath to Voice
The mission of Breathe On is to:
– promote black-owned business, entrepreneurs, and economic success
– raise awareness of and celebrate black culture, art and artists
– support black opportunities to participate in higher education.
Black Male Entrepreneurship And Mentorship Shown In ‘The Waterboyz’
There are few things more underappreciated and less unpacked in Atlanta culture than the presence of “water boys,” teens who sell cold water to people on the street and at events. Now, director Coke Daniels has documented and presented this integral part of...
STEM Program Lauded For Supporting Women, Underrepresented Students
The STEM Starter Academy at Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) received the Inspiring Programs in STEM Award from the magazine Insight Into Diversity. The STEM Starter Academy (SSA) has been instrumental in creating opportunities for STCC students who...
100 Black Men Of Savannah, Inc. Showcased Youth Programs
On Saturday, the 100 Black Men of Savannah, Inc. hosted an Open House at Savannah State University to showcase youth programs they developed. Guests had the opportunity to learn more about programs, such as the Youth Leadership Academy, In-School Mentoring,...
Trailblazing Author And Publisher Tina McElroy Ansa Dead At 74
As the first Black person to work at The Atlanta Constitution, Tina McElroy Ansa paved the way for generations of Black storytellers. Tina McElroy Ansa, the celebrated author, journalist, and trailblazer whose vivid storytelling gave voice to the beauty, complexity,...
Local Black Restaurateurs Share A Taste Of Their Cuisine With The Help Of Accelerator Program
On Thursday,September 12, a number of black-owned businesses set up booths and gave away free samples of their products—everything from juice to vegan food and deserts. It’s a part of the Black Restaurant Accelerator Program, which has helped dozens of black...
Alicia Keys & More to be Honored at Black Theatre United 2024 Gala
Black Theatre United has unveiled details for the auction at the 2024 Gala, “Generations of Excellence,” honoring renowned conductor, composer, and music director Linda Twine with the 2024 Accountability Award; Chief Diversity Officer of Meta, Maxine Williams with the...
