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York and a former chancellor of the TheCity’s Blackunprecedented Stars News 2015 Annual New York learned with our sister and brother help than ever before -- at senior and needs through the Council’s Awards Dinner will honor Mayor New YorkInitiatives, public schools system. efforts to change the culture around cities around the world.” centers, hospitals, communityMental Health a $13 David Dinkins, Rep. Charles mental health and improve New Stephen based organizations and beyond. I millionPioneering investmentproducers in programming “Many of us recognize the need Rangel, Yvette and Clarke, Yorkers’ accessRep. to services Byrd and Alia Jones, through their and services to New Yorkers to use new approaches to build R. have Donahue Peebles, Barbara support been recognized as an company Front Row Production, experiencing mental health issues. 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They are exceptional leadership and vision in and help dismantle the stigma Viverito. survivors of one of the ugliest David Dinkins Charles Rangel her orwith his respective profession or associated seeking treatment. miscarriage of justice in New York’s I-CIRCLE made the announcement endeavor andbacked in some With 54 initiatives bysignificant an history; having been railroaded today during the second annual majority. She now leads The was a member of the New York has contributed $850 measure million investment over towards unjustly convicted forLady a crime Thrive Conference. First Transformative Justice Coalition. Cities and City Council, representing the creating a more just society the first four years, ThriveNYC is in this th they did not commit and for which Arnwine was for 26 years executiveMcCray spearheads the Cities 40 council district in Brooklyn, country,” says Blackmental Star News the most comprehensive they served long prison sentences Thrive Coalition that brings together director of the Lawyers’ Committee succeeding her mother, Una S. andcity publisher Milton healthfounder plan of any or state in from seven to 13 years of the nation’s best years advocates for Civil Rights Under the Law. some ranging T. Clarke. In the current 114th Allimadi. “Obviously much work the nation. I-CIRCLE announced before being exonerated when the Congress Clarke serves on Inez Barron, honoree, formerly ato develop innovative programs, needs to be done here today that it has endorsed and and actual rapist confessed. They are: the Energy and Commerce State Assembly member, is nowcreates an ongoing conversation around the will promote the sixworld.” key guiding Yusef Abdus Salaam; Raymond Committee, responsible for a New York City council memberand pushes federal partners to principles of The and gala framework starts at 6:00pm with a Santana Jr., Antron McCray, Kevin consumer protection, food and a champion of education for make mental health and substance ThriveNYC. cocktail hour to be followed by the Richardson, and Kharey misuse a top priority. Since the Wise. safety, energy development, public our youth. dinner and of awards ceremonies. “With the launch ThriveNYC two There health, communications, the coalition’s launch lastNews, November, The Black Star which focuses Honoree Imhotep Gary Byrd is nearly 200 cities from all 50 states, will be by years ago, wemusical set outentertainment to change environment, and interstate and on investigative journalism, has a legendary radio talk show host Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico operaaround singer Cassandra Douglas the culture mental health international commerce. been featured as a result of some if am grateful that these 54 initiatives and executive producer, radio DJ, have joined to share best practices and from harmonica and deliver services wherephenomenon people “With the launch of ThriveNYC its news scoops, on CNN, The New R. 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Several American mayor and also illnessAfrican and substance misuse estatework firm with $3.5 billion worth McCray, who has helped bring learn, and worship.” Past urban Black Star News honorees at age 15. For over 30 years, he’s cities and welcomed Nelson are common -- one in fiveMandela people to the regions have been of properties under development mentalbeen health out show of thehost shadows have included: Gil Noble (Like It a talk at WBLS and hiskind release in 1990. suffer city fromafter some of challenge, inspired to adopt this broader view or management — he was one and make available all,” said Is), Rep. Maxine Waters, Soledad WLIBcare radio in NewtoYork City. Heof mental but doRep. not get the help they need health reform at the local Charles Rangel, also honored  of First Chirlane McCray theLady pioneering developerswho Richard Buery, Mayorradio for talk O’Brien (CNN), Ms.England’s Camille Cosby, also has aDeputy Friday night because stigma Achievement, or because theyhas level, including London, for of Lifetime helped turn around and revitalize Strategic Policy Initiatives. Voza Rivers (New Heritage show on WBAI. have difficulty finding appropriate recent launch of “Thrive London” Theatre), in served in Congress since 1971. He in is a global collaboration Anacostia of cities to the once-blighted Errol Louis (NY1 News), Amel services. Although we have received The stigma of mental health has July 2017. Honoree Sabrina Lamb, founder a recipient of The Bronze medal for work and share theseinnew ideas,” neighborhood Washington, D.C. Larrieux (Entertainer), Dr. William a greathelping deal ofsave positive feedback afflicted nation for far too of our World of Money, is a champion soldiers behindfor enemysaid Fran Silvestri,ofPresident and A champion African-American “UnderPollard Mayor(Medgar Bill de Blasio and Evers College), ThriveNYC’s public health approach, long. Americans with depression, of financial literacy for youth-- she First Lady Chirlane McCray, line during the Korean War. CEO ofeconomic the International Initiative empowerment Peebles’ is Herm Edwards (NY Jets), Nayaba our work has just begun. We are anxiety or any other mental health for Mental Health Leadership. contemplating a possible run for NYC teaches knowledge about handlingNew York City(Amsterdam has seen anNews), La-Verna Rep. to Yvette Clarke is a Democratic Arinde committed building a culturally issues should freely ask for help money, budgeting and planning. unprecedented investment in "ThriveNYC mayorlaunched in 2017. as a local member of the US House of Fountain (Columbia University), competent mental health system discuss their struggles. solution to a mental health crisis civil and openly health and substance use Dancy Dr. Rudy Crew, honoree, is one ofmentalLillian Representatives from New Roberts (DC37), Desiree Honoree Barbara Arnwine, that meets the needs of all New ThriveNYC is a ground-breaking th facing cities across the globe. Two services,” said Dr. Mary T. Bassett, the nation’s leading educators. He’s York whose 9 district covers (New York Times), Greg Floyd (Local rights lawyer, is a champion of Yorkers. We are honored to be roadmap to change the culture we are finally Commissioner Department muchby ofI-CIRCLE central Brooklyn. Before years in, 237), Rev.ofAlthe Sharpton (National president of Medgar Evers College protecting votingstarting rights oftoethnic surrounding recognized as a model on mental illness. The see change take hold in New York of Health and Mental Hygiene. entering in 2007, she Action Network), and many others. of The City University of New minority groups — the emerging New York for other cities.Congress And, we stand ready City Council is proud City, with more New Yorkers getting “I encourage my fellow health and willing to share all we have to support ThriveNYC’s goals

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‘Black Agenda Cincinnati’ Calls Out CINCINNATI ENQUIRER

The Black Agenda Cincinnati (BAC) has publicly denounced the city’s flagship media outlet, the Cincinnati Enquirer for its negative and bias news coverage of the black community. BAC is a group of individuals and organizations working to improve the lives of Black Cincinnatians. Under the leadership of Dwight Tillery, former Cincinnati Mayor and president of BAC and the Center for Closing the Health Gap, publicly states its disappointment and demands to ensure that future reporting of articles are balanced and fair with malicious intent.

“This paper has destroyed the reputation of people and their organizations with the utmost dishonesty and a racial venom that will continue to go unchecked unless our community stands up

and demands change,” said Tillery. After numerous meetings with Cincinnati’s editorial board, the group has stated that there has been no improvement in reporting. BAC is asking that the editor, Michael Kilian resign immediately. “This ongoing institutional racism and biased reporting from our city’s flagship media outlet must stop,” said Bishop Bobby Hilton, pastor of Cincinnati’s World of Deliverance Ministries and one of the country’s leading civil rights advocates. “Story after story, year after year, the Enquirer promotes racial division, vilifies our black leaders and misrepresents our collective story. It’s wrong, and the time has come for us to speak up once again and demand change.”

 Bishop Bobby Hilton, Pastor, World of Deliverance Ministries  Mark Mallory, former Cincinnati Mayor and President of Mark Mallory & Associates  Robert Richardson, Sr., President, Cincinnati Chapter of NAACP  Charlie Winburn,

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For updated information and efforts by Black Agenda Cincinnati, visit http://www.theblackagendacincy. org/ or its social media platforms Facebook: https://www.facebook. com/TheBACincy/ and Twitter: @ blackagenda513.

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GOV. CUOMO UNVEILS PROPOSAL TO ELIMINATE TIP CREDIT IN NYS

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has unveiled the fifth proposal of the 2018 State of the State: direct the Commissioner of Labor to schedule public hearings to examine industries and evaluate the possibility of ending minimum wage tip credits in New York State. In certain workplaces, such as car washes and restaurants, where wages and tips are both generally low, workers' income can rely entirely upon tips. These tips, meant as a reward for good service, instead serve as a critical wage subsidy that brings workers' wages just up to the legally mandated minimum wage. The Governor made the announcement on the CATS Roundtable with John Catsimatidis.

"At the end of day, this is a question of basic fairness. In New York, we believe in a fair day's pay for a fair day's work and that all workers deserve to be treated with dignity and respect," Governor Cuomo said. "There should be no exception to that fairness and decency. I have directed the Department of Labor to ensure that no workers are more susceptible to exploitation because they rely on tips to survive. I look forward to reviewing the findings of these hearings." More than 70 percent of all tipped workers in New York are women.

Further, studies have shown that African-American workers are often tipped less than their white counterparts. Tipped workers often report not being willing to come forward because they are reliant on their employers for shift scheduling, with certain shifts generally tipping more than others. In addition, tipping practices have been linked to higher rates of sexual harassment. Workers in states that require the full minimum wage be paid to tipped employees experience half the rate of sexual harassment compared to workers in states that pay lower wages to tipped employees, according to a 2014 study by the Restaurant Opportunities Center. The study's chief recommendation was to eliminate the sub-minimum wage for tipped workers to reduce the pressures that increase sexual harassment to create a safer and more equitable workplace. The New York State Department of Labor will hold public hearings to solicit input from workers, businesses and others. Those who wish to testify will be able to pre-register on the Department's website. The Department will issue a notice identifying the specific times and locations for the hearings. State Labor Commissioner Roberta

Reardon said, "Under Governor Cuomo, New York is leading the nation on issues of worker justice. The Department of Labor will closely examine the issue of tip credits, informed by testimony from workers and businesses alike." In 1986, a general industry wage board recommended consolidating various wage board orders for different industries by eliminating

is difficult to enforce when records are not properly kept. This can also require the Department of Labor to expend extensive investigative resources to check records and calculations. This is not always intentional on the part of the employer, as it can be difficult to keep track of employee tips properly. Some employers have voluntarily eliminated tips and increased base

"At the end of day, this is a question of basic fairness. In New York, we believe in a fair day's pay for a fair day's work and that all workers deserve to be treated with dignity and respect."

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the wage orders for various separate industries and having those industries included under the miscellaneous industries wage order. Since the tip credit system was allowed under the miscellaneous industries wage order, the consolidation had the unintended consequence of establishing a tip credit in various industries where the tip credit had previously been prohibited. In practice, many employers find it difficult to keep track of employee tips properly, especially in industries where tips are not a steady and reliable source of income that can be depended upon by workers to meet their living expenses, and where daily and weekly fluctuations make it difficult for workers to know whether they are being underpaid. Complicated tip credit record-keeping can make it difficult for employers to know whether they are meeting their obligations, and can be a vehicle for wage theft when employers fail to pay workers properly. Anecdotal evidence suggests that tips do not always make their way into workers' hands, further reducing their income, and the "topping up" of tipped workers by their employers

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pay on a "service-included" system. In 2008, the Department of Labor found that nearly eight out of every 10 car washes in New York City and one out of two across the state violate minimum wage and overtime laws, with some paying just $3 an hour. Investigators visited 84 car washes throughout the state and uncovered $6.5 million in underpayments to 1,380 workers. In 2014, Attorney General Eric Schneiderman and the Department of Labor held John Lage, a car wash kingpin, liable for $3.9 million for labor violations including cheating his workers out of wages and tips. Throughout his administration, Governor Cuomo has fought to protect workers' rights. In 2015, Governor Cuomo launched the firstin-the-nation Task Force to Combat Worker Exploitation to root out worker exploitation in multiple industries across the state. In the first nine months of 2017, $19.8 million was returned to 27,200 victims of wage theft. Since Governor Cuomo took office, the state has recovered and returned more than $170 million to workers, the highest total in the nation.

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BUSINE S S FEDEX Named Amongst

Best Workplaces for Diversity FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) announced today that it has been recognized as one of the 2017 Best Workplaces for Diversity by global research and consulting firm Great Place to Work and Fortune. FedEx ranked #13 on the list, which assessed more than 50 elements of team members’ experience on the job, including professional development, behaviors linked to innovation, leadership confidence and consistent treatment among employees of different backgrounds. “At FedEx, our team members are our greatest asset and fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment in which we can all thrive has always been a priority for us,” said Judy Edge, corporate vice president of Human Resources at FedEx Corp. “We are honored to be named one of the 2017 best workplaces for diversity and are committed to embracing and celebrating the differences and unique talents of our team members across the globe.” Diversity and inclusion is both a fundamental part of the FedEx culture and a business imperative for the global transportation company. A key driver of its commitment to diversity and inclusion is its Corporate Diversity Council in which members collaborate across the enterprise to motivate and inspire each other, share best practices and support multicultural programs within the company and communities it serves. FedEx also raises

awareness and promotes understanding of the differences among its team members through the extensive diversity training it offers to thousands of its employees each year. FedEx is also purposeful about weaving diversity and inclusion practices into recruitment, development, mentoring and advancement opportunities to ensure it has a skilled pool of diverse talent in the pipeline at all levels of the organization. The Best Workplaces for Diversity ranking considered more than 440,000 employee surveys from organizations in a wide range of industries across the US. It also accounted for the share of women, people of color, Baby Boomers and LGBTQ individuals in the workplace, among other factors. In addition to this list of the top 50 workplaces for diversity in general, Great Place to Work and Fortune are publishing separate lists of the Best Workplaces for AfricanAmericans, Best Workplaces for Asian-Americans and Best Workplaces for Latinos. In 2016, FedEx ranked #3 on the 10 Best Workplaces for African-Americans list. About FedEx Corp  FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce and business services. With annual revenues of $61 billion, the company offers integrated business applications through operating companies

competing collectively and managed collaboratively, under the respected FedEx brand. Consistently ranked among the world’s most admired and trusted employers, FedEx inspires its more than 400,000 team members to remain “absolutely, positively” focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards and the needs of their customers

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NYC Recognized As Global Leader On Mental Health Reform (cont'd from cover) commissioners in cities across the world to consider how they can reduce stigma, increase access to care, and support the mental health of their constituency.” “We think cities are uniquely positioned to drive the kinds of change needed to finally approach mental health fully given the public health challenge that it is,” said Gary Belkin, MD, PhD, MPH, Executive Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. “The positive response across the U.S. and increasingly the globe to what we’ve started here in New York City makes it possible

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to have a shared language for a movement among cities to share what they learn and improve what they do.” “ThriveNYC sets out a clear message for all of us leading mental health forward - that mental health and well-being are critical assets for a 21st century city, which needs attention from the very top as well as across most sectors of society. Under ThriveNYC’s leading inspiration, the US and the international community of mental health leaders have come together to start driving their cities and urban regional systems to be smarter

and more ethically sound. Building a solid and sustainable structure of governance that is firmly based on the six principles is a critical achievement. We, at IIMHL and in Sweden, look forward to working together with NYC and all other cities that want to share and learn about how we build human habitats for mental health and wellbeing, because our best work will be when we do it together,” said Dr. Fredrik Lindencrona, Ph.D., Chair of the International Initiative for Mental Health Leadership Sponsoring Countries Leadership Group and Project Lead for the IIMHL 2018.

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“More people live in urban settings than ever before in our history, which makes cities a vital focal point for efforts to promote mental health and well-being. Some cities have made strides with evidence-based models to build mental health, and many are starting this work and looking to collaborate. In Toronto, we are working to build a mentally health city initiative and our group finds I-CIRCLE a powerful forum for sharing evidence and experience,” said Robert Moore, Executive Director of the Provincial System Support Program at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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MISSY ELLIOTT TO RECEIVE 2018 ESSENCE ‘BLACK WOMEN IN MUSIC’ HONOR

Time Inc.’s (NYSE: TIME) ESSENCE, the number one media company dedicated to AfricanAmerican women, will celebrate multi-GRAMMY® winner and music icon Missy Elliott with its 2018 ‘Black Women in Music’ honor on January 25, 2018 at the Highline Ballroom in New York City. A multi-GRAMMY Award-winning rapper, singer, songwriter and producer, Elliott has consistently pushed the boundaries of R&B, hip-hop and pop music with a string of classic hits—including Get Ur Freak On, Work It, Lose Control, Lady Marmalade, Pep Rally and WTF (featuring Pharrell), among many more. Elliott has collaborated with entertainment giants such as Timbaland and Pharrell, as well as produced chart-topping hits for Whitney Houston, Beyoncé and Mary J. Blige. 2015’s legendary Super Bowl Halftime show performance with Katy Perry solidified Missy’s global influence across generations. Now, following nearly a decadelong focus on behind-the-scenes production work, she has reemerged stronger than ever with the release of I’m Better (featuring Lamb, and another version with hip-hop heavyweights Eve, Lil Kim and Trina), as well as a planned documentary on her life in music. Considered a seminal force in the

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‘Black Women in Music’ recognizes the accomplishments of both emerging and established artists and influencers during GRAMMY week. Previous celebrants include GRAMMY Award winners Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Mary J. Blige, Kelly Rowland and GRAMMY Award nominee Andra Day, as well as music industry veteran Sylvia Rhone and singer/songwriter Emeli Sandé.

“The artistry of Missy Elliott cuts across generations— underscored by her vast creative accomplishments and contributions to the culture.”

The 2018 ESSENCE ‘Black Women in Music’ event is sponsored by Lincoln. Stay tuned to Essence.com for highlights and behind-the-scenes access. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @ essence #BlackWomeninMusic. Join in the discussion on Facebook.

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ESSENCE is the number one media company dedicated to African-American women, with a brand reach of 21.2 million. With a multi-platform presence in publishing, live events and online, ECI is comprised of Essence magazine, the preeminent lifestyle magazine for African-American women; the ESSENCE Festival®; Black Women in Hollywood and Black Women in Music events; Window on Our Women and Smart Beauty consumer insights series; Essence.com; and ventures in digital media (mobile, television and VOD).

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- Vanessa De Luca, ESSENCE Editor-in- Chief entertainment industry, Elliott is also a positive role model: projecting strength, confidence and female empowerment to her legion of fans. Missy Elliott is a formidable businesswoman and retains full creative control over her music and multimedia content. After more than two decades in hip-hop, she is still at the top of her game. “The artistry of Missy Elliott

cuts across generations— underscored by her vast creative accomplishments and contributions to the culture,” said Vanessa De Luca, ESSENCE Editor-in- Chief. “So prolific is her work, she is an inspiration to women all over the world. Missy’s energetic presence is truly magnetic, and we can’t wait to celebrate her as one of the artistic masterminds of our time.”

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RAP SUPERSTAR J E E Z Y RELEASES ‘ PRESSURE ’ ON D EF JA M

(Dec. 15, 2017 – New York, NY) Grammy®-nominated multi-platinum rap superstar JEEZY releases his hotly anticipated new studio album PRESSURE today on Def Jam Recordings. The album, announced less than two weeks ago, features previously released tracks “Bottles Up” featuring Puff Daddy and “Cold Summer” featuring Tee Grizzley. This week, JEEZY released a little bit of PRESSURE, with a smooth debut performance of “Like Them” featuring Tory Lanez on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert and an early premiere of the earthshaking intro track “Spyder” and conversation-starter “American Dream” featuring two of raps biggest starts, J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar. JEEZY has also been foreshadowing PRESSURE’s theme on social media for several weeks with the #TrustYaProcess hashtag, meaning trust in oneself to overcome life's most difficult challenges - JEEZY’s motto for reaching new heights throughout his legendary career, never cracking under pressure. Along with the album, this week Jeezy announced the “Cold Summer

Tour,” which kicks off February 7th and runs for 31 dates across the country. Tickets and exclusive VIP are available now at www. JeezyOfficial.com.

It: Thug Motivation 101, which pioneered the trap music genre. Recent business ventures for JEEZY include his new fitness water

Defiance Fuel, and his partnership in the Atlanta location of American Cut Steakhouse, and his ongoing partnership with Tequila Avion.

PRESSURE continues to carry the torch of JEEZY’s powerful voice to a brave new world. The new album is the eagerly awaited follow-up to Trap Or Die 3 (October 2016), JEEZY’s third LP to debut at #1 Soundscan across-the-board. Boasting a star-studded lineup of hip-hop luminaries, including Lil Wayne, Chris Brown, French Montana, Yo Gotti, Plies, and the late Bankroll Fresh, TD3 brought it back to the essence of JEEZY aka “The Snowman,” who continues to define the trap music genre with his vivid storytelling of the struggle and triumph of the streets. In MarchApril 2017, JEEZY headlined the “Trap Or Die 3 Tour.” Over the course of his legendary career, Jeezy has sold more than 5 million albums worldwide and has had multiple chart-topping hits. 2015 marked the 10th anniversary of Jeezy’s seminal debut solo album, the RIAA platinum Let’s Get

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ENTER TAINMENT ‘AFROPoP’ CELEBRATEs

Actor Nicholas L. Ashe, star of the acclaimed television show Queen Sugar (OWN), will host the 10th season of the ground-breaking public television series _AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange. AfroPoP X_ brings to U.S. audiences a collection of documentary films focusing on issues including the arts, immigration, heritage, social justice and more—all examined through the lens of the African Diaspora. The series premieres on WORLD Channel at 8 p.m. ET (10 p.m. PT) on Monday, January 15—Martin Luther King Jr. Day. New episodes will air weekly through February 12. The show is produced by Black Public Media (formerly known as National Black Programming Consortium). Copresented by distributor American Public Television (APT), AfroPoP will be released by APT to public television stations across the U.S. in February 2018. Best known to television fans for his role as Micah on Queen Sugar, the award-winning series from Oprah Winfrey and Ava DuVernay, Ashe has been acting since his stage debut at 10 as the young Simba in the national tour of The Lion King. He has also garnered film and television roles including 2016’s Custody with Viola Davis and Are We There Yet?

“As we celebrate 10 years of AfroPoP, Season 10’s films remind us not enough has changed for people of African descent globally. Immigration is still a challenge, inequitable treatment of women of color is still an issue, and inequitable distribution of resources is just as pervasive--even when the need is great and resources are available,” said BPM Director of Programs and Acquisitions and AfroPoP Executive Producer Kay Shaw. “BPM is committed to continuing to bring to the American public these stories and others that celebrate the art, culture and creativity people of African descent for another 10 years.” In 2007, with a plethora of films about the Black experience in need of distribution, BPM decided to create a series to show the full breadth of Black life. AfroPoP premiered on public television in 2008 with celebrity host Idris Elba and remains the nation’s only public television documentary series on contemporary life, art and culture across the African Diaspora. It has since aired 47 feature documentaries and several

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nonfiction and fiction shorts, providing a platform for filmmakers of color to tell their diverse stories. Anika Noni Rose, Wyatt Cenac, Gabourey Sidibe, Anthony Mackie, Yaya DaCosta, Jussie Smollett and Nikki Beharie, along with Ashe, have each served as AfroPoP hosts. This season of the nation’s only public television documentary series on contemporary life, art and culture across the African Diaspora includes: Black Panther Woman, Rachel Perkins’ moving documentary on Marlene Cummins, a member of the Australian Black Panther Party and her personal story of activism, art and addiction, including her coming forward with her own #MeToo moment from the movement (January 15); a shorts program consisting of Marco Williams’ Lonnie Holley: The Truth of the Dirt, Michael Fequiere’s Kojo and Jessica Beshir’s He Who Dances on Wood (January 22); Between 2 Shores, Mariette Monpierre’s gripping documentary about two Dominican women fighting to bring their children with them to their new lives in Guadeloupe, highlights a struggle faced by many immigrants today: family reunification (January 29); Ten Days in Africa, Regi Allen’s humorous and insightful look at his trip to West Africa to explore the differences and similarities between Africans and African-Americans, a special encore broadcast from the first year of AfroPoP (February 5); and Fatal Assistance, awardwinning filmmaker Raoul Peck’s scathing indictment of global aid policies that failed Haiti in the aftermath of the devastating 2010 earthquake’s aftermath. Peck was a recent Oscar nominee for I Am Not Your Negro, which was funded in part by BPM.

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celebrate 10 years of AfroPoP with our partners at Black Public Media and APT. Sharing diverse and unique stories from around the globe is core to our channel’s mission, and AfroPoP’s new season of films will continue to provide our audiences with a lens through which to view and better understand important narratives,” said WORLD Channel Executive Producer Chris Hastings. “We are so very proud that WORLD Channel is a part of the program’s continued distribution to public media.” AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange is produced by Angela Tucker and directed by Duana Butler with the generous support of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about AfroPoP, visit www.blackpublicmedia.org. For viewing information, check local listings or www.APTonline.org.

Nicholas L. Ashe stars as Micah West in the critically acclaimed OWN series Queen Sugar, directed by Ava DuVernay (Selma) and executiveproduced by Oprah Winfrey. His harrowing performance in the current season has resulted in critical praise and attention from

“AfroPoP is celebrating 10 years and still going strong. That is a testament to the great work BPM has done to curate and give voice to talented storytellers, and a validation that the series continues to serve viewers from across the country who value the diverse, educational, artistic and sometimes challenging programming that the program champions and celebrates,” said APT Director of Business Development & International Sales Tom Davison. “APT is proud to have been with BPM from the get go and to partner with our colleagues at WORLD Channel to bring AfroPoP to public television audiences nationwide.” “WORLD Channel is proud to

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industry professionals and fans. Earlier he played Viola Davis’s son in the courtroom drama Custody, which premiered at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival. Ashe made his acting debut at age 10 in the role of Young Simba in the national tour of The Lion King. Onstage, he is perhaps best known for his Lincoln Center debut opposite Marin Ireland in Abe Koogler’s world-premiere production of Kill Floor, receiving glowing reviews from the New York Times for his pivotal role. Ashe also played the role of Junior in Manhattan Theatre Club’s critically acclaimed production of Choir Boy (directed by Trip Cullman), reprising the role at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta and the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles. Ashe is also a talented vocalist, pianist and composer. Under the tutelage of renowned playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney, he has developed original stories and music of his own. In 2015, he created a scholarship for young artists in his hometown of Freeport, Long Island. Ashe collaborated with Cierra Glaude on a short film titled Last Looks, which had its world premiere at the 2017 Urbanworld Film Festival.

Nicholas L. Ashe of Queen Sugar

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THE AR T S BLACK ARCHIVES Celebrates 40th Anniversary The Black Archives History & Research Foundation of South Florida, Inc. turns 40 this years and is set to host a celebration during its Soul Basel event taking place December 6-9 in Miami, FL. Hosted by comedian Rickey Smiley, the four-day event is set to take place at the Lyric Theater Cultural Arts Complex, 819 NW Second Ave., Miami, Florida 33136. The celebration features the sounds of the SOS Band, Dougie Fresh, the Sugar Hill Gang, the Black Archives Honors Award Ceremony, and the unveiling of a new exhibition "Funky Turns 40: Black Character Revolution" showcasing cartoons and animated images with AfricanAmerican casts from the 70s.

Wednesday, December 6, 2017 includes entry into Black Archives Honors Award event

stations, cigar lounge, and much, much, more all part of the ticket price. Tonight’s events emceed by

entry into the Funky Turns 40 exhibit. Art and food vendors, cash bars, and an unforgettable Soul Basel experience under the stars. Tonight’s events emceed by Rickey Smiley. Friday, December 8, 2017, includes entry into the Soul Basel Lounge during the Art of Conversation, plus entry into the Funky Turns 40 exhibit. Art and food vendors, cash bars, and an unforgettable Soul Basel experience under the stars.

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with the S0S Band performing live in concert plus entry into the opening of the Funky Turns 40 exhibit, complimentary valet and red carpet service, open bar with pass hors d'oeuvres, eating

Thursday, December 7, 2017 includes a Throwback Thursday Performance by Doug E. Fresh and The Sugarhill Gang, plus

Saturday, December 9, 2017, Entry into the Funky Turns 40 Art Exhibit, art and food vendors, cash bars, cigar lounge and an unforgettable Soul Basel experience under the stars. For more information visit, https://www.bahlt.org/

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NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY Exhibitions, Programs, and Free Films November – December 2017 NEW FILM  We Rise

Now Playing in Daily in Rotation with Our Film New York Story: Free with Museum Admission Narrated by Meryl Streep and featuring the song “We Are Here” written and composed by Alicia Keys, New-York Historical’s new film We Rise celebrates the centennial of women’s suffrage in New York State, placing women at the center of political thought and action that reshaped the country in the early 20th century. NewYorkTrendnyc

We Rise, a cornerstone of the new Center for Women’s History, is shown every day in our state-of-the-art groundfloor theater, in regular rotation with the destination film New York Story. Through artistic projections, immersive sound, and theatrical lighting, the unique 17-minute film We Rise profiles some of the remarkable women whose advocacy for change had lasting effects, including Lillian Wald, nurse and founder of Henry Street Settlement; Addie Hunton, suffragist and leader of black women’s organizations; Margaret Sanger, birth control activist; and Clara Lemlich, a leader of the massive strike of shirtwaist workers in New York’s garment industry in 1909;

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TECH NOLOGY

ANNUAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING FAIR Planned

The City of Miami Gardens encourages academic excellence from all of its students – hoping that they will broaden their scope for occupations (beginning at the elementary level) in the world of science and engineering. To assist with successfully implementing this process, the City of Miami Gardens will host its Annual Science and Engineering Fair for students with an interest in science. The event, the brain trust of Councilman David Williams Jr., Seat 5, has become one of the beacon projects in the community. Sponsorship opportunities are currently available for those interested in supporting the initiative. The event itself is set for Monday, December 11, 2017 with the Science and Engineering Fair Competition, from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Florida International University Biscayne Bay Campus, located in the Wolfe University Center Ballrooms, 3000 NE 151st Street in North Miami, Florida. The Fair concludes on Tuesday, December 12, 2017, with the Science Fair Awards Presentation Ceremony to be held from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

at Carol City Senior High, located at 3301 Miami Gardens Drive in Miami Gardens, Florida. “We are thrilled to host yet another Science and Engineering Fair,” said Councilman David Williams Jr. “This Fair helps expose students to science, engineering, and technology components that will inspire them to seek future endeavors in great, life-changing fields of study.” Students from 22 schools throughout Miami Gardens are preparing now for their winning projects. Participants from the innovative Beginnings in Science (iBiS) Programs include: Golden Glades Elementary School, Crestview Elementary School, Scott Lake Elementary School, Rainbow Park Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School, Carol City Elementary School, Hibiscus Elementary School, Barbara Hawkins Elementary School, and Carol City High School. Over 100 students from these schools are expected to participate for cash prizes ranging from $25 – $750 for the most unique project. Judges from various fields will critique student projects and the top five students will be recognized with cash

prizes. With a population of over 107,000, the City of Miami Gardens is the third largest city in Miami-Dade County, covering twenty square miles. Its expansive city hall is the only Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design public facility in America. With over a decade of leadership under its belt, the City is filled with world-class universities, show-stopping entertainment, thriving businesses, exceptional restaurants and shops, and best

of all, caring neighborhoods that reflect unity in the community. With stellar events, like Jazz in the Gardens, the City of Miami Gardens offers fine cultural enrichment, planting seeds to meet resident needs and continuously cultivating possibilities. The City of Miami Gardens is currently seeking sponsors for the Science and Engineering Fair. Sponsorship levels include Gold Sponsors ($2,500), Silver Sponsors ($1,500), and Bronze Sponsors ($500).

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Making & Innovation Showcase. The showcase will coincide with the Emerging Researchers

Network Conference (http:// new.emerging-researchers. org/ ) and take place on February 22-24, 2018 at the

Marriott Wardman Park hotel in Washington, D.C. The showcase is designed to provide an opportunity for students to showcase the talent and innovation at their institution. To participate in the showcase teams (3-5 students and a faculty member) should identify a problem in their local community that addresses one of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Teams interested in participating must complete the online registration. One team member should upload a 2-page pdf or power point presentation. The presentation should describe the project and the team members. Details should include who the team members are, what the project does, who the project is for, and

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END NO TE S BROOKLYN HEIGHTS COMEDY NIGHTS The Brooklyn Heights Comedy Nights! is a monthly stand-up show featuring local comedians, big-time headliners, foreign nationals and everything in between. Scheduled for December 21st - the 3rd Thursday of the month - the 8:30pm show is co-hosted by Brooklyn-born comedian Shelly Colman (2014 Newcomer National Grand Champion Ladies of Laughter Competition, Cinder Block Comedy Festival). No cover, no minimum - food and beverages are available. Vineapple Café is located at 71 Pineapple Street (between Hicks St & Henry Street) in Brooklyn. Take the # 2 or #3 subway to Clark Street. For additional information, contact (347) 799-1701 or go to: www.

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