The AFRO-American Newspapers

President of #Baltimore County's #NAACP, Ryan Coleman, discusses the impact of lowered expectations on the #BlackCommunity and #YoungPeople. He highlights the need for high standards and the importance of recognizing the value of #BlackLives in combating anti-Blackness and #StructuralRacism. https://lnkd.in/eGtZK2PS

Meet Manuel and Geiszel Godoy, the Army veterans behind #BlackSandsEntertainment, a publishing house dedicated to empowering African-American youth through #comics and #graphicnovels. Their mission is to showcase the great civilizations of #Africa and challenge negative stereotypes often found in #mainstreammedia. https://lnkd.in/en8NBaWn

Exploring the role of #BlackGreek Letter Organizations (#BGLOs) in shaping the lives and careers of Black service members. From their founding in the early 20th century to their continued impact on social justice and #militaryservice, these organizations continue to play a significant role in the lives of many. https://lnkd.in/e8uHr3KS

President #JoeBiden addressed the nation, committing to a peaceful #transition of power and acknowledging the enduring strength of #AmericanDemocracy. He pledged to uphold the #Constitution and ensure a smooth handover, while reflecting on his administration's achievements and the road ahead. https://lnkd.in/eYWPsxfS

The #NAACP has announced the launch of #NAACPCapital, a fund of funds aimed at investing in fund managers and startups focused on closing gaps faced by communities of color. The fund, seeking to raise $200 million, is led by Managing Director #JayLundy. https://lnkd.in/eEJdZr6z

#Baltimore City #Mayor #BrandonScott secures a second term in office, narrowly beating former Mayor Sheila Dixon. Scott plans to tackle city violence, invest in younger generations, and revamp downtown Baltimore during his second term. https://lnkd.in/eFHGN4r9

Former #USArmy Sergeant #ParisLove has turned her OCD into a business, launching the Paris Love Productivity Institute. The institute supports #professionals and families in decluttering their lives, offering services to over 200 corporate clients and now a nonprofit to serve women #veterans. https://lnkd.in/e-kbxHN2

Exploring the benefits available to #veterans and active-duty #military personnel, this article highlights the challenges they face in accessing these benefits. It emphasizes the need for more educational programs and trainings to help them utilize these benefits effectively. https://lnkd.in/eArYSEm7

#Racist text messages targeting #BlackMen, #women, and students across the country have raised concerns. The messages, sent anonymously, instructed recipients to show up at a 'plantation' with their belongings. The #FBI and other agencies are investigating the incident, while #civilrights organizations condemn the messages. https://lnkd.in/eiu6wS6r

Commentary The hidden toll of abortion bans on vulnerable populations By Sylvia Ghazarian https://ow.ly/LQms50U2KVo #domesticviolence #abortionbans #reproductivejustice #abortionrights #survivorsofviolence