http://news.prlog.org/tag/black/black - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12109604-the-annual-afro-model-awards-2013-date-and-venue-announced.htmlThe 2nd annual elaborate and prestigious Afro Model Awards ceremony, which rewards and recognises the contributions of individuals and organisations, both of Afro Caribbean and non Afro Caribbean... http://www.prlog.org/12108447-dr-walter-sutton-wal-mart-general-counsel-to-keynote-at-2013-national-black-pre-law-conference.htmlDr. Walter L. Sutton, Esq., Associate General Counsel of Legal Administration and External Relations for Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., will be a featured keynote speaker at the 2013 National Black Pre-Law Conference at The Westin Houston in Houston,... http://www.prlog.org/12108178-free-national-black-prelaw-conference-offers-unparalleled-opportunity-to-aspiring-lawyers.htmlThe 9th Annual National Black Pre-Law Conference and Law Fair will be held from November 15-16, 2013 in Houston, TX. http://www.prlog.org/12108096-celebrate-the-launch-of-black-business-brokers-business-directory-at-los-angeles-networking-event.htmlBlack Business Brokers Organization to celebrate their launch at a Networking Event for Business Owners and Professionals on Friday, April 19th at Brownstone Bistro Café in Los Angeles,... http://www.prlog.org/12093267-female-black-inventors-rocksand-we-mean-that.htmlThe FBI Rocks Organization is making waves in the "Intellectual Property" world! Women of Color are commanding 2013 in ways that we have never seen before and the reality is that they are making themselves a commodity and it's paying off! http://www.prlog.org/12085838-loquacious-bodaciousthe-life-times-of-zora-neale-hurston-celebrates-black-history.htmlIn celebration of Black History, LOQUACIOUS & BODACIOUS: The Life and Times of Zora Neale Hurston, opens in West Palm Beach, Florida March 9, at 8 p.m., The Bhetty Waldron Theatre; with Karen Stephens, directed by Bob Carter http://www.prlog.org/12077881-leveraging-partnerships-with-the-national-black-mba-association-piedmont-triad-chapter.htmlThe Piedmont Triad Chapter of the National Black MBA Association (TriadMBA.org) will host Leveraging Partnerships, Thursday, February 21, 2013 from 6-8 pm at the Piedmont Club located at 200 West 2nd Street, Winston Salem, NC 27101. http://www.prlog.org/12063816-announcing-valentine-black-tie-red-carpet-dancing-gala-to-put-spark-in-marriage-relationship.htmlGet Dolled & Suited up for the Valentine Black Tie Red Carpet Dancing Gala, be entertained by Live Band Black Diamond of Wilson, NC authors to motivate, inspire and enjoy cocktail style reception with heavy hors d'oeuvres http://www.prlog.org/12054177-blackbloggersconnectcom-launches-media-partnership-program.htmlBlack Bloggers Connect™ is the leading social network connecting 1,200 Black journalists & bloggers nationwide. Black Bloggers Connect™ is launching a media partnership program to expand coverage of online Black media. http://www.prlog.org/12052002-stanford-grad-launches-new-web-series-for-young-adults.htmlVS3 Media Ventures will launch a new web series entitled, “Grown As F*ck” hosted by recent Stanford grad, Victoria Shantrell. Cooking, clubbing, cuddling (or the lack there of) and much more will be discussed in weekly midweek Google+ Hangouts. http://www.prlog.org/12051129-mrsblak-launches-brand-new-online-store.htmlBritish fashion brand Mrs.Blak launches new online store. The distinctive womenswear designers launch their online store with their new 'Classic Collection'. The collection is bold and consistent with the brand's theme and signature colour black. http://www.prlog.org/12040502-statement-of-nma-president-dr-rahn-bailey-on-nihs-gaps-in-biomedical-research.htmlNational Institutes of Health Addresses Gaps in Diversity in Biomedical Research Workforce http://www.prlog.org/12039694-sci-fi-film-dead-souls-black-and-supernatural-film-the-blackest-days-2-coming-out-in-2013.htmlKorea Black Productions has green lit several films to come out over the next four years. "Dead Souls Black", "The Blackest Days 2" and "Primal Gods" are three of the eight films scheduled for production. http://www.prlog.org/12036489-the-design-group-to-lead-marketing-public-relations-for-amhcs-largest-outreach-program.htmlThrough The Design Group’s efforts, the Southern Ain’t Fried Sundays program will help Black and Hispanic Arkansans gain new insight into how to correct unhealthy eating habits, all while using well-known southern and traditional recipes. http://www.prlog.org/12028121-golds-gym-tampa-turns-black-friday-into-trim-the-fat-friday.htmlLeading Authority on Health and Fitness Hosts Free Workouts, Fitness Tips to Help Public Burn Off Thanksgiving Day Meal http://www.prlog.org/12025089-victoria-shantrell-asbury-speaks-at-google.htmlIs there a correlation between educational background and YouTube success? Why would one share so much of their life on the internet? How is YouTube changing the educational sector? Questions to be explored and discussed at Google. http://www.prlog.org/12016153-black-girl-speaks-out.html----------- Bridging the Gap for Voices Unheard ------------ http://www.prlog.org/12009154-maryland-black-caucus-legislative-weekend-to-focus-on-the-post-election-agenda-for-african-american.htmlThe three-day conference kicks off with political stalwart Rev. Al Sharpton. The l Town Hall Meeting “The State of Black Maryland” moderated by CNN Political Analyst Roland Martin. http://www.prlog.org/11992475-muntu-dance-takes-the-chicago-southland-on-another-journey-with-return-visit-to-the-center-for-per.htmlMuntu Dance Theatre of Chicago will return to the Chicago Southland with another dynamic and energetic concert at Governors State University Center for Performing Arts. "Regeneration" will be on Oct. 12 at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Visit muntu.com for info. http://www.prlog.org/11978853-new-family-entertainment-franchise-launches-unique-and-engaging-online-social-media-presence.htmlExciting online experience on facebook centers around the upcoming eBook for kids, tweens, teens, adults and families, called "Queen Bee". http://www.prlog.org/11977026-reel-to-host-reception-celebrating-east-of-the-river-during-cbc-week.htmlRiver East Emerging Leaders (r.e.e.l.) will host a networking reception celebrating East of the River for members, policymakers, business leaders and other professionals during the 41st Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Annual Legislative Conference. http://www.prlog.org/11969676-the-big-walk-the-book-motivating-the-next-wave-of-civil-rights-for-america.htmlWillie T. Clay is the torchbearer for the modern civil rights movement. With his book, The Big Walk, Willie T. Clay, in cooperation with Living Advantage, Inc., offers a solution to economic and societal injustice in America. http://www.prlog.org/11966491-global-business-leader-among-2012-arkansas-black-hall-of-fame-inductees.htmlThroughout its history the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation has sought to correct the omissions of history and to remind the world that Black history is a signification part of American history http://www.prlog.org/11940759-the-american-conference-on-diversity-appoints-first-ever-black-woman-under-40-as-president-ceo.htmlThe American Conference on Diversity is pleased to name Elizabeth Williams-Riley President and CEO, the organization’s first Black woman leader under the age of 40. Williams-Riley is the second female to serve as transitional President and CEO. http://www.prlog.org/11932120-urban-news-music-magazine-receives-recognition-and-nomination-for-award.html"Tha Daily Spin" @ 1800RANT.com has been nominated for Best Music Blog" 2012. http://www.prlog.org/11922984-arkansas-governor-appoints-the-design-group-ceo-to-state-commission.htmlThe seven-year appointment speaks volumes about Jackson’s growing influence in central Arkansas’s political and business communities. http://www.prlog.org/11888966-life-is-cruel-for-the-hunted-the-realms-of-animar-by-author-owen-black.htmlOwen Black’s debut novel takes readers into a fascinating, but perilous medieval world where every person has two forms, one human, one animal, and life is a daily struggle to survive. http://www.prlog.org/11875856-miss-united-states-2010-easter-seals-40-girls-some-shoes-take-center-stage-at-the-wilde-launch.htmlJessica Black, Miss United States 2010 and professional women from all backgrounds and ethnicities are joining forces to present Women In Leadership Development & Empowerment LLC (WILDE) in Atlanta on Friday, June 22, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/11866912-morehouse-howard-alum-neal-arp-ii-launches-get-into-it-brand-in-washington-dc.htmlMorehouse & Howard Alum Neal Arp II Launches "Get Into It" Brand in Washington, DC focusing on political/social issues affecting the black Diaspora, while providing a voice to today's generation. http://www.prlog.org/11866742-black-businesses-scream-out-for-attention-the-ace-conference-12-may-2012.htmlBlack Economics - a leading advocate of Economic Empowerment for the African Diaspora, celebrates 7 years online with its inaugural Conference. The ACE Conference will be held in London - 12th May 2012. ACE - Accelerate Commercial and Economic growth http://www.prlog.org/11862226-marketaark-black-veatch-corporation-company-profile-and-swot-analysis.htmlMarketAark : announces report of Black & Veatch Corporation: Company Profile and SWOT Analysis and also avaliable SAMPLE PAGE of the Report http://www.prlog.org/11856639-why-bostons-black-community-needs-encounter-theatre-as-means-of-social-change.htmlIncludes excerpt from the book “Encounter Theatre” By Dr. David D. Coleman II Over a decade ago Professor David D. Coleman then the chair of Roxbury Community College’s Humanities Department created a program of Theatre Arts unlike any before http://www.prlog.org/11855106-raising-awareness-of-minority-health-issues-and-the-rights-of-crime-victims.htmlApril is National Minority Health Month, which encompasses National Crime Victims' Rights Week. Unfortunately, one's health can be affected by crime. The Women's Council on African American Affairs, Inc. explains the link. http://www.prlog.org/11829569-new-york-journal-of-books-reviews-indomitable-will-lbj-in-the-presidency-by-mark-updegrove.htmlReviewer Stephen Roulac: "Mark Updegrove’s scholarly mastery of oral histories, original source documents, and presidential writings, combined with a flair for exquisite storytelling make for a fascinating, can’t-put-down, lust-for-more read". http://www.prlog.org/11842562-the-late-rapper-biggie-smalls-the-notorious-bigs-leather-jacket-will-be-auctioned-april-19-21.htmlThe original black leather jacket worn by the late Brooklyn rap artist Biggie Smalls (aka 'The Notorious B.I.G.') will be sold at a three-day, four session sale planned for April 19-21 by Philip Weiss Auctions in Oceanside, New York. http://www.prlog.org/11837323-the-frederick-douglass-foundation-co-hosts-reception-for-presidential-candidate-rick-santorum.htmlRepublican Presidential candidate Rick Santorum will make a fundraising stop in the San Francisco Bay Area. http://www.prlog.org/11824395-judge-hatchett-to-appear-on-the-destiny-radio-show-on-wol1450am-thursday-march-15-at-10-am.htmlJudge Glenda Hatchett will speak about taking charge of your life and purposeful living as well as her new book Dare to Take Charge, on Thursday, March 15, at 10:00 a. m. on the Destiny Radio show which airs on WOL1450AM. http://www.prlog.org/11817325-celebrating-100-years-of-anc-march-17-18-film-series-and-panel.html2012 marks 100 years of selfless struggle of the ANC. The ANC-US Interim Branch, ADIFF and WBAI have partnered to reflect on the achievements and lessons learned from 100 years of struggle for freedom and human rights by the ANC. http://www.prlog.org/11815275-13-year-old-black-cellist-plays-at-gmea-all-state-orchestra-in-savannah-ga.htmlRae Baker, 8th Grader, Sandy Springs Charter Middle School, is the recipient of the 3rd chair position at the 2012 GMEA All State Bands and Orchestra Conference. Rae was selected from 73 Middle School cellos auditioning of which 16 were selected. http://www.prlog.org/11814481-wenso-ashby-live-at-fine-line-music-cafe.htmlWenso Ashby Live at The Fine Line Music café. Wenso Ashby is the premier group in the Twin Cities with a contemporary style embracing Neo-Soul,R&B and Smooth Jazz . http://www.prlog.org/11810777-ceo-of-largest-african-american-owned-corp-to-chair-keynote-nmbc-40th-anniversary-luncheon.htmlDavid L. Stewart, founder and CEO of World Wide Technology, Inc, St. Louis, MO, is the honorary chair and keynote speaker of this year’s, 32nd Annual Awards Luncheon & 40th Anniversary celebration. Seven organizations will be honored. http://www.prlog.org/11805155-philadelphia-area-african-american-attorneys-offer-free-legal-clinic-at-historic-church.htmlMother Bethel AME Church will host the event which is free and open to the public http://www.prlog.org/11800924-new-magazine-for-aspiring-black-lawyers-black-pre-law-magazine-launches.htmlBLACK PRE-LAW Magazine, the magazine for law school aspirants serious about success, officially launches. The digital and print magazine is the only one in the country geared specifically towards Blacks interested in pursuing law school. http://www.prlog.org/11798059-local-detroit-author-seeks-to-inspire-others-to-greatness.htmlDiamond in the Rough: Inspirations of Truth, Tragedy and Triumph A Book of self-awakening and realization. http://www.prlog.org/11795695-top-black-officials-dignitaries-special-guest-to-appear-in-atlanta-for-black-history-month-parade.htmlThe Black History Month Parade is planned to celebrate the culture, history & accomplishments of Black-Americans in the United States across the globe. The Black History Month Parade is scheduled in Atlanta’s historic MLK/ Sweet Auburn District. http://www.prlog.org/11788553-black-history-month-gala-honors-tre-armstrong.htmlTre Armstrong who was featured in the Summer 2011 issue of Hot Stepz Magazine was recently honored in Ottawa for her character, talent and enduring commitment to her community. http://www.prlog.org/11787874-the-real-red-tails-and-black-wings.htmlHot Stepz Magazine correspondent talks with real life World War Two Heroes surviving members of the incredible Tuskegee Airmen whose legacy the Big Screen sleeper hit Red Tails is based upon! http://www.prlog.org/11787441-nma-and-ourhealth-media-network-partner-to-create-historic-publication-honoring-black-physicians.htmlA historical book, showcasing stellar accomplishments of renowned and legendary black physicians, is being developed by the National Medical Association (NMA) and OurHealth Media Network. http://www.prlog.org/11785759-multi-cultural-stories-grab-educators-and-students.htmlSchools like books with minority protagonists. February is Black History Month. http://www.prlog.org/11771962-college-within-reach-for-low-income-and-first-generation-students-four-tips.htmlIn just eight short years, minority students are projected to outnumber whites on college campuses for the first time. Many will be the first in their families to attend college.