Announcing Gospel Music Week 2023
Gospel Music Week 2023 is coming this October! Check out the jam packed schedule full of networking events, showcases, and the 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards. See the detailed schedule HERE.
Ryan Stevenson Celebrates Grand Old Opry Debut
Award-nominated, Dove Award-winning Gotee recording artist Ryan Stevenson marked another milestone in his acclaimed career with his recent debut on the Grand Ole Opry. The singer/songwriter performed his Gold-selling #1 hit “Eye of the Storm,” along with “Speak Life,” the GRAMMY®-nominated TobyMac chart-topper co-written by Stevenson. The Oregon native and former paramedic shared with the
Leanna Crawford Marries NBA Player Cody Zeller in Nashville Wedding
Leanna Crawford and New Orleans Pelicans center Cody Zeller tied the knot on Saturday in Nashville, TN. The couple exchanged vows during a ceremony at the Scarritt Bennett Center, before celebrating with their 220 guests at a reception held at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center.
Harvard Divinity School to welcome 1st Black female dean
By AFRO Staff Harvard Divinity School is set to welcome at its helm the first woman and first Black female in its 207-year history. Marla Frederick, whose scholarship is focused on the African-American religious experience, will become dean of the famed theological institution on Jan. 1, 2024, Harvard University President Claudine Gay announced Aug, 24.
Black Census Project quadruples participation
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent, @StacyBrownMedia (NNPA NEWSWIRE) – The Black Futures Lab announced that it has reached an historic milestone in the Black Census Project survey, which will conclude in October 2023. The most extensive survey of Black people in the United States has gathered nearly 130,000 responses from all
Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Natalie Hudson becomes first person of color to lead state judiciary
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent, @StacyBrownMedia (NNPA NEWSWIRE) – Gov. Tim Walz has announced that Justice Natalie Hudson is the new chief justice in Minnesota. The move makes Hudson the first person of color to lead the state’s judiciary. Walz praised Hudson’s leadership qualities, ability to build consensus and unwavering commitment
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Takes The Fight For Black Maternal Health To The Nation’s Capitol This September
PRNewswire ━ On September 20, 2023, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. will host its annual Zeta Day on the Hill social action programmatic initiative where members of the organization convene together for education and to advocate for policy changes that directly impact communities of color across the United States. This year’s event will make history
T. Rowe Price’s senior manager Tomaneci Waller Day shares five tips for diverse suppliers seeking business
Tomaneci Waller Day is the senior manager of supplier diversity and sustainable procurement for T. Rowe Price. She provided tips to diverse suppliers for securing work with the investment management company. (Photo courtesy of T. Rowe Price) By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com When global investment manager T. Rowe Price decided it was time
Keystone Korner’s to feature Gabby Samone in Whitney Houston tribute
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer, abrent@afro.com Local singer and vocal powerhouse, Gabby Samone is preparing to hit the stage in a personal tribute to legendary vocalist, Whitney Houston. Before her big performance on Aug. 30 at Keystone Korner Gabby Samone spoke with the AFRO about what fans can anticipate from the show and what
NAACP Hollywood Bureau interns reflect on their summer experiences
By Zsana Hoskins, Special to the AFRO This summer, three students had the opportunity to experience different aspects of the entertainment industry at the NAACP Hollywood Bureau. The NAACP Hollywood Bureau promotes industry diversity through several initiatives, including directing and writing programs, fellowships and more. Each intern found this opportunity through HBCU in LA, a