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www.amny.com
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Op-Ed | Run this town: Work for city government and help write the future | amNewYork

The administration has successfully reduced racial employment disparities and improved quality of life for working-class New Yorkers. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Cleaning up Coney Island! Local pol announces new trash clean-up schedule * Brooklyn Paper

Council Member Justin Brannan partners with ACE to clean up Mermaid Avenue in Coney Island.
The new trash clean-up program aims to improve the quality of life in Coney Island by empowering local communities. [ more ]
Kqed
1 week ago
California

Saying Goodbye to AsiaSF; New State Mushroom; Farm Workers Buy Mobile Home Park | KQED

AsiaSF, a historic San Francisco venue showcasing transgender performers, closed after over 25 years. [ more ]
Kqed
2 months ago
California

Fresno County Mobile Home Park Residents Fight Rising Rents By Buying Their Park | KQED

Mobile home park residents in Fresno County bought their park from their corporate landlord to ensure stable affordable housing.
Residents formed a housing co-op to purchase the park from Harmony Communities California. [ more ]
Mississippi Today
2 weeks ago
Media industry

Job opening: Audience Engagement Specialist

Become an Audience Engagement Specialist at Mississippi Today to bridge journalism with Mississippi communities. [ more ]
Poynter
2 weeks ago
Media industry

Press Forward open call puts underrepresented communities first - Poynter

Press Forward's open call aims to bridge gaps in local news coverage by supporting diverse storytelling and empowering underrepresented communities. [ more ]
Bustle
2 weeks ago
Marketing

How Would You Use $50K To Make A Difference In Your Small Business & Community?

Women-owned businesses play a crucial role in the economy and have significant entrepreneurial spirit, with the potential to make a positive impact in their communities. [ more ]
The B-Town (Burien) Blog
1 month ago
Marketing

Discover Burien gets state grant to start new Small Business Education series - The B-Town (Burien) Blog

Discover Burien received a grant to BOOST local small businesses with training and support.
A tailored Business Education Series will empower small business owners from historically marginalized communities. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
4 weeks ago
Design

The Nokha Village Community Centre Is A Visionary Architectural Marvel in Rajasthan's Bikaner District - Yanko Design

The Nokha Village Community Centre in Rajasthan's Bikaner district is a symbol of architectural innovation, community empowerment, and cultural revival. [ more ]
Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
1 month ago
Boston

Black Organizers in Boston's Roxbury Neighborhood Provide a Path Forward - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Black Bostonian communities prioritize asset-based community development.
Black Boston is developing a new model of bottom-up community economic development.
Community-led local economy has been a longstanding goal for Black and Latinx communities in the US. [ more ]
New York Amsterdam News
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Rev. Sharpton's 2024 NAN Annual Convention this week

The National Action Network Convention 2024 focuses on Black voter participation and various rights for Black and brown Americans.
The event features prominent leaders from diverse fields discussing key issues like voting rights, healthcare equity, and economic empowerment. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

What Black History Month means for those on the front lines of activism

Black activists play a crucial role in advocating for justice and equality.
Black History Month celebrates the contribution of Black activists to shaping communities. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago
LGBT

Trans Visibility as a Strategy for Progress - San Francisco Bay Times

TDOV celebrates trans people's contributions and raises awareness.
TDOV was founded to uplift the joy, accomplishments, and empowerment of trans communities. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
London

London Grown: Roots of Resistance

Community farming provides vital survival strategies in facing rising living costs.
Sandra Salazar D'Eca leads grassroots resistance to preserve community's green sanctuary. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
New York City

How a Foodie and Business Promoter in Queens Spends His Sundays

Mr. McCall de Paloma empowers communities through his role as the executive director, connecting people and solving problems.
His love for Sunnyside shines through cultural celebrations like the Taste of Sunnyside Restaurant Week, despite living in a four-story walk-up building and not having an elevator. [ more ]
Gay City News
2 months ago
NYC LGBT

NYC Pride unveils theme for 2024: 'Reflect. Empower. Unite.'

The theme for NYC Pride March 2024 is 'Reflect. Empower. Unite.'
NYC Pride aims to highlight queer liberation, empower the community, and call for unity. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Photos: 7th annual Black Joy Parade kicks off in downtown Oakland

The Black Joy Parade celebrates the Black experience and community's contributions through a spirited procession and festival.
The parade features Black-operated vendors, family activities, and live music stages to uplift and empower the Black community. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
2 months ago
Startup companies

Reddit reportedly plans to offer a big chunk' of its IPO shares to its most avid users

Reddit plans to reserve IPO shares for active users, potentially allowing them to make significant profits.
Incorporating users into the IPO process is a strategy Reddit's CEO has supported for a while. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
Coffee

A community-led renaissance is brewing at Black-owned coffee shops

Black-owned coffee shops are on the rise in Los Angeles, with over 20 now in existence.
These coffee shops serve as safe spaces for the Black community to express themselves and empower themselves through ownership. [ more ]
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