New York Trend NYC: April 21–27, 2022

NEW YORK TREND Serving New York City, Nassau & Suffolk Counties

NYC

THE ALTERNATIVE PERSPECTIVE

$1.00

NEWMAYOR YORK TREND DAVID DINKINS, REP. CHARLES RANGEL, Serving New York City, Nassau & Suffolk Counties

newyorktrendnyc.com

THE ALTERNATIVE VOLUMEPERSPECTIVE 26 ISSUE 40

Since 1989 NYC $1.00 newyorktrendnyc.com

December 17, 2015 - December 23, 2015

VOLUME 32 ISSUE 11

April 21st, 2022 - April 27th, 2022

N AT I O N A L M I N O R I T Y H E A LT H M O N T H

Since 1989

C E L E B R AT I N G HONORED WITH LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS 30

D I S C R I M I N ATO RY L E N D I N G P R AC T I C E S

2015 Annual A The G ABlack I Dinner NStars S TNews LA CK HOMEBUYERS ADDRESSED Awards willB honor Mayor

YEARS!

York and a former chancellor of the New York public schools system.

Davidhas Dinkins, Rep. Charles Wells Fargo announced its of industry practices. Wells following actions to achieve systemic Pioneering producers Stephen Rangel, Clarke, plans to addressRep. gapsYvette in Black Fargo's announcement provides change: Byrd and Alia Jones, through their R. Donahue Peebles,toBarbara homeownership.

In response the the opportunity for this broader  A racial equity audit across all reconstruction. company Front Row Production, Arnwine,NAACP Inez Barron, Sabrina announcement, President and consideration of industry measures lines of business, including mortgage  Adoption of alternate brought “Cat on credit a Hot scoring Tin Roof” CEO Derrick responded. banking.

Lamb,Johnson Dr. Rudy Crew, Stephen in order to correct long-standing models, e.g. the use of rental andDesire” and “A Streetcar Named "The recent  Zipcode analysis and application utility payments – potentially in Byrd,Bloomberg Alia Jones,report and the Centralsystemic inequity. The NAACP will with a multi-ethnic cast to documenting challenges Black closely monitor Wells Fargo and review of all rejected Black partnership with an objective thirdPark Five survivorsinof gross injustice Broadway. In 2016 they bring homeownership was infuriating.

For applications to identify potential party vendor. on December 18 from 6:00pm – other financial institutions, using data “Eclipsed” with Oscar far too10:00pm long, we have seenHarlem, how driven-insights, to provide constructive patterns in the rejection of  Objective third-party review Winner of at MIST 46 West Lupita Nyong ’O to Broadway. public 116th policy and industry lending advice on corrective measures that applications for credit. disaggregated data and analysis on Street. practices have widened the racial will provide Black Americans with the  Zipcode identification of areas of the basis of race. the so-called Central Honorees, honoree chosenBlack for wealth“Each gap while preventing Park 5, are collectively and recognition has demonstrated Americans from accessing the individually heroes. They are exceptional leadership and vision in opportunities for homeownership survivors of one of the ugliest David Dinkins Charles Rangel herdeserve," or his respective profession or that they said NAACP miscarriage of justice in New York’s endeavor in some significant President & CEO,and Derrick Johnson. history; having been railroaded majority.

She now leads The was a member of the New York has "Thesemeasure inequities arecontributed not limited towards and unjustly convicted for a crime Transformative Justice Coalition.

City Council, representing the creating a more just society to first-time buyers but also impact in this th they did not commit and for which Arnwine was for 26 years executive 40 council district in Brooklyn, country,” says Black Star News the ability for long-time, qualified they served long prison sentences director of the Lawyers’ Committee succeeding her mother, Una S. founder and publisher Milton borrowers to refinance at rates similar th ranging from seven years to 13 years for Civil Rights Under the Law. T. Clarke. In the current 114 to white counterparts.

We're pleased Allimadi.

“Obviously much work before being exonerated when the Congress Clarke serves on Inez Barron, honoree, formerly a that Wells Fargo plans to address needs to be done here and actual rapist confessed. They are: the Energy and Commerce this pattern of injustice, and we State Assembly member, is now around the world.”

Yusef Abdus Salaam; Raymond Committee, responsible for welcome efforts by Wells Fargo and a New York City council member The gala starts at 6:00pm with a Santana Jr., Antron McCray, Kevin consumer protection, food other lenders to acknowledge gaps in and a champion of education for cocktail hour to be followed by the Richardson, and Kharey Wise. safety, energy development, public minority homeownership caused by our youth. dinner and awards ceremonies.

There health, communications, the historical, systemic inequity in access The Black Star News, which focuses Honoree Imhotep Gary Byrd is will be musical entertainment by environment, and interstate and to credit." on investigative journalism, has a legendary radio talk show host opera singer Cassandra Douglas international commerce. been featured as a result of some if and executive producer, radio DJ, from harmonica phenomenon "Theseandinequities are not its news scoops, on CNN, The New R. Donahue Peebles, honoree, is poet, songwriter, music recording William Galison. David Dinkins is York Daily News, The New York limited to first-time buyers a leading developer and founder of artist and producer, rapper, writer honored for Lifetime Achievement Post, The Village Voice, and Brill’s The Peebles Co., the nation’s largest and community activist. He began but also ability — he impact was Newthe York City’s first Content magazine.

African American-owned real for long-time, qualified his career as a radio DJ in Buffalo African American mayor and also estate firm with $3.5 billion worth Past Black Star News honorees borrowers toNelson refinance at age 15. For over 30 years, he’s welcomed Mandela to the of properties under development Photo Source: naacp.org been a talk show host at WBLS and have included: Gil Noble (Like It city after his release in 1990. at rates similar to white or management — he was one Is), Rep. Maxine Waters, Soledad WLIB radio in New York City. He counterparts.”

Rep. Charles Rangel, also honored of the pioneering developerswho O’Brien (CNN), Ms. Camille Cosby, also has a Friday night radio talk NAACPfor President CEO, Lifetime& Achievement, has financial options that they deserve." with high rates of rejection "A sincere to close the racial helped turn around and revitalize the country Vozaapproach Rivers (New Heritage Theatre), show on WBAI. Derrickserved Johnson in Congress since 1971. He The is systemic by race. wealth gap and put a permanent the once-blighted Anacostia inequity clearly outlined Errol Louis (NY1 News), Amel Honoree Sabrina founderend to discriminatory lending must  Training for lending andLamb, consumera recipient of The Bronze medal for neighborhood in Washington, D.C. in industry reports reflects one Larrieux (Entertainer), Dr. William "While helping the steps Wells Fargobehind has enemy of World of Money, is a champion facing staff on implicit bias in the address these flawed systems save soldiers A champion of African-American small aspect of a pervasive issue.

Pollard (Medgar Evers College), announced are anthe important ofprocess. financial literacy for youth-- sheand processes," continued NAACP line during Korean War. empowerment Peebles’ lending is To trulyeconomic provide opportunity, lenders Herm Edwards (NYJohnson.

Jets), Nayaba starting point, we must be clear:  A special purpose credit about vehiclehandling for President & CEO Derrick teaches knowledge contemplating must identify patterns aofpossible systemicrun for NYC Rep. Yvette Clarke is a Democratic Arinde (Amsterdam News), La-Verna these steps are a floor, not a ceiling, applicants withbudgeting one or more negative money, and planning. "Corrective action is simply one practice withinintheir institutions that mayor 2017. member of the US House of Fountain (Columbia if these institutions are to truly factors featuring a prime interest measure that must be part University), of a larger, continue to reinforce the racial wealth Dr. Rudy Crew, honoree, is one of Representatives from New Lillian Roberts (DC37), Desiree Honoree Barbara Arnwine, civil rate with additional supports offered achieve racial parity in practice. comprehensive plan to ensure equity Dancy gap and take meaningful steps to th the nation’s leading educators.

He’s York whose 9 district covers (New York Times), Greg Floyd (Local The Bloomberg report and other rights lawyer, is a champion of on budgeting, personal finance, in the treatment of Black Americans fundamentally reform these systems. much of central Brooklyn.

Before 237), Rev. Al Sharpton (National president of Medgar Evers College reports recently published point to protecting rights of from our financial institutions." urgesvoting Wells Fargo andethnic and financial counseling, using entering Congress in 2007, she The NAACP the need for a broader examination Action Network), and many others. of The City University of New minority groups — the emerging payment terms to facilitate credit other lending institutions to take the

INSIDE T HIS ISSUE: IS SUE : INSIDE THIS

PAGE 2 Education FLY BLUE!pg.5 PAGE 3 CELEBRATING OUR HEALTH NewYorkTrendnyc

NewYorkTrendnyc

BluePage Sky EPIC pg.8LIKE YUH! 7 BAD

PAGE 6 A PODCAST'S BOOK DEBUT

December 17, 2015 - December 23, 2015

April 21, 2022 - April 27, 2022

Page 11 NYC NEW YEARS!

PAGE 11 PROUDER THAN EVER!

www.newyorktrendnyc.com

www.newyorktrendnyc.com

STARTING AND GROWING A SMALL BUSINESS IN NEW YORK Ever dreamed of owning your own business? If so, you’re not alone.

You’re among more than 60% of Americans with the same aspiration.

The good news is, there are resources to support you in making that dream your reality. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a disproportionate toll on Black-owned businesses, but it’s also driven many companies to launch much-needed racial equity initiatives to support long-term recovery and economic growth in historically underserved communities.

Our team at JPMorgan Chase, for example, has set aside 15,000 loans and $2 billion in capital for Black and Latino businesses that have been left behind for too long.

Small businesses have the power to boost local economies, job creation and community development. But critical to their success is equipping small business owners with the capital, knowledge and tools necessary to start and develop a company.

Jumoke (Joy) Fagbayi-Butts, based in New York, talks about her experience supporting businesses owners and offers advice, lessons learned, and more about working with Black-owned businesses.

What’s the most important thing a first-time entrepreneur should know when starting a business?

Joy Fagbayi-Butts: A foundational understanding of what you’ll need for a successful business is a good place to start. In my experience, I’ve found there are a few driving factors that can help you succeed: 1. A reliable network: Having a mentor – or access to someone who’s done this before has been valuable for many of my clients.

Whether they’re asking questions, discussing ideas, or just offering general support, there are incredible champions right here in the local community. You can supplement a local strong support network with Chase workshops, panel discussions and summits, as well as our Chase for Business mailing list and social channels where you’ll find regular updates on networking and learning opportunities that are available. The Chase for Business offerings are great for both growing your knowledge of managing a business, as well as growing your network beyond your community.

2. A relationship with your banker: Banking is about relationships, so I encourage and welcome you to stop by a Chase branch or set up a digital appointment to begin cultivating one. We’re actively asking local Black entrepreneurs about their experiences and pain points, including questions like “What are your greatest barriers to financial success?” and “How can we help you overcome them?” The more we know about where you are struggling, the more we can help you find a solution.

3. Knowledge of operational tools: From digital payment systems to automated billing, there are countless tech-based software and service offerings available to simplify many aspects of managing a business. Digital media and marketing tools have also been game-changers for many of our clients as they look to reach and engage more customers.

4. Access to funding and loans: Starting a business costs money! Initial expenses can include everything from licenses to new equipment. Luckily, there are alternatives to covering these costs entirely on your own, like loans, grants, lines of credit and other capital set aside specifically for Black entrepreneurs.

Funding is so important, to your previous point. How do most business owners go about securing capital and what options are available to Black business owners, specifically here in New York?

Joy Fagbayi-Butts: In addition to the traditional options and types of capital I mentioned before, we’ve reserved low-cost loans specifically

2 | NewYorkTrendnyc

for Black-owned businesses. Many small business owners right here in New York are able to secure loans fairly quickly by working with the team here at Chase. When you come in, just ask us about the process for securing the funding you need and we’ll walk you through all of your options – ranging from loans to lines of credit – including your eligibility and the pros and cons of each. We strive to present you with every option – even the ones you may have not originally thought were right for you – to give you all the information you need to make the right decision for yourself and your business.

You mentioned the importance of a strong network and supportive resources. Given disparities in business ownership among Black communities, what support do you offer that’s specifically tailored to address the unique needs of this community?

Joy Fagbayi-Butts: The Advancing Black Entrepreneurs platform was built in collaboration with Black Enterprise, National Urban League and other organizations that understand firsthand the challenges Black communities have faced when starting a business. Many of my clients have said that the site’s free educational courses, on-demand resources and networking events have been extremely helpful in building the foundation they needed to successfully navigate their small business’s journey. You don’t even need to be a Chase customer to access these free resources.

You brought up the many resources available through Advancing Black Entrepreneurs. Of the educational courses, resources and networking events, what are some of your clients’ recent favorites?

Joy Fagbayi-Butts: The last few years have been difficult – especially for Black-owned business, so many have appreciated the content we’ve published on surviving the pandemic. Chase.com recently featured Shark Tank’s Daymond Johnson who discussed how Black business owners can navigate pandemic-driven problems. That webcast, along with the educational course on the same topic, offer some great advice – from the importance of bookkeeping to pivoting your business model and developing contingency plans.

If you find yourself inspired to take the leap and start a business of your own, or grow your existing venture, visit a branch to find out more about the tools, resources and capital available to you.

Sponsored content from JPMorgan Chase & Co.

April 21, 2022 - April 27, 2022

www.newyorktrendnyc.com

NEWS COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION OBSERVES NATIONAL MINORIT Y HE ALTH MONTH April is National Minority Health Month (NMHM). This year, Jessie Trice Community Health System is joining the Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health (OMH)) to highlight the important role individuals can play in their communities to help reduce health disparities and improve the health of racial and ethnic minorities.

hospitalization and death, studies show their effectiveness wanes over time and changes for different variants.

For this reason, the CDC recommends getting a booster shot to improve immune response and protection from

2. Get vaccinated and stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccine.

3. Practice COVID-19 safety measures.

Those interested in getting a booster shot or initial vaccine doses can

The NMHM 2022 theme is Give Your Community a Boost! This theme focuses on the continued importance of COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as one of the strongest tools we can use to protect others from the COVID-19 pandemic that has disproportionately affected communities of color.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), certain vulnerable populations, including some racial and ethnic minority groups, have a higher likelihood of vaccine hesitancy. Some people from racial and ethnic minority groups have declined vaccination because of misinformation and mistrust of the healthcare system.

“During NMHM, we reiterate the importance of COVID-19 vaccines and boosters,” said Annie Neasman, President and CEO of JTCHS. "Although COVID-19 vaccines continue to work very well at preventing severe illness,

COVID-19.” Step s to Boost your c ommunit y 1. Get informed about COVID-19 vaccines and boosters from trusted sources.

schedule an appointment at JTCHS by calling 305-637-6400.

The Jessie Trice Community Health System, Inc. is one of Miami-Dade County’s preeminent federally qualified

community health care centers, governed by a remarkably dedicated Board of Directors (51% of which are users of the medical and dental services) and a diverse, incredibly talented, committed family of providers and staff. The 1st Federally Qualified Health Center in the state and 5th in the nation, Jessie Trice Community Health System, Inc., is a Florida 501 (c) 3, not-for-profit organization that has been serving Miami-Dade County since 1967. JTCHS served its first patients from a trailer. Now, more than fifty (50) years after its founding, JTCHS owns and operates eleven (11) Comprehensive Primary Care centers, a 40 bed Women’s Residential Center for substance use, and are located in two (2) universities and forty (40) schoolbased health suites.

JTCHS knows and specializes in comprehensive health, offering a myriad of services to improve the health of the community. This includes: dentistry, family medicine, nutrition, HIV/AIDS, behavioral health, transportation, healthy start, obstetric & gynecological care, school-based health, community health promotions, health & wellness center, pediatrics, and ancillary services.

For more information on the Jessie Trice Community Health System, call 305637-6400 or visit jtchs.org.

PASSAGE OF MORE ACT IS STEP TOWARDS JUSTICE

By N at i o n a l U r b a n L e a g u e National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial released the following statement after the House of Representative’s passage of the Marijuana opportunity

criminalization of marijuana. We thank House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Nadler and Congressional Cannabis Caucus co-chairs Barbara Lee and Earl Blumenauer for their leadership in ensuring the MORE Act

prior marijuana convictions and conduct resentencing hearings for those completing their sentences.

It also authorizes a 5% sales tax on marijuana and marijuana products that would be used for grant programs focused on job training, substance

Photo Source: nul.org

Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act with a vote of 220 – 204: “On Friday, the House passed the MORE Act, bringing us one step closer to reversing decades of failed federal policies based on the

NewYorkTrendnyc

would pass.

“If passed, the MORE Act would remove marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act list and decriminalize it. The legislation would require federal courts to expunge

abuse treatment and loans to help disadvantaged small businesses get into the marijuana industry.

“For far too long, communities, particularly those of color, have dealt with the lasting effects of the War

April 21, 2022 - April 27, 2022

on Drugs. According to the Center for American Progress, black and brown people are 4 times more likely to be arrested for marijuana possession than their white counterparts, even though both use marijuana at similar rates. There are now millions of people with criminal convictions for possessing a substance that is decriminalized in 33 states and the District of Columbia—and that 7 in 10 American voters believe should be legal.

“Last year, the National Urban League released its Equitable Cannabis Legalization memo, a policy position on equitable legalization of cannabis. The issue brief outlines several areas that policy-makers must address, including the overlapping issues of social equity and community reinvestment, criminal justice, workforce development, entrepreneurship, public health, and product safety, to get this right. In order for our communities to achieve true equity, inclusion, and justice, it requires addressing discriminatory practices in all systems at the root.

“We express our support for the MORE Act and look forward to Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer and Senator Cory Booker advancing equitable cannabis legalization in the Senate.”

www.newyorktrendnyc.com | 3

BUSINE S S INFLUENTIAL WOMEN HONORED The ICABA WORLD NETWORK, an online ecosystem for Black professionals and entrepreneurs, will honor 20 women leaders at their 4th annual ICABA Salutes Women of Impact event. The event will take place on Thursday, April 21, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Alan Levan NSU Innovation Center at

respected in their profession and demonstrates exemplary leadership,” said Jerome Hutchinson, Jr., Founder and Chief Servant Officer of ICABA. “They are role models for all and especially for other Black women.

We are proud and humbled to recognize each one of them and to connect them to one

Miramar, FL  DIANE DEESE, Vice President, Community Affairs, VITAS Healthcare, Atlanta, GA  KATHY EGGLESTON, Principal, K. Eggleston Consulting, Boca Raton, FL  VICKIE FRAZIER-WILLIAMS, MBA, Owner, Frazier-Williams

Nova Southeastern University, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd, Alvin Sherman Library, 5th floor, Davie, FL 33314. The event will also be available virtually.

These women will be honored for their distinguished careers and leadership. Some of the women honored include entrepreneurs and leaders in diverse industries such as healthcare, financial services, technology, academia, hospitality, as well as leading advocates for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

“Each honoree is well-

another to collaborate and build community.”

Financial Group, Sunrise, FL  SHARU GOODWYN, Community Investment Manager, Office Depot, Miramar, FL  YVETTE HOLMES, Professor, University of Miami, Miami, FL  PAULA HOPKINS, Senior Director of Strategy, PepsiCo Beverages North America, Miami Beach, FL  CAROLYN E. HOWELL, Owner and Chief Operating Officer, Events USA, Washington D.C.  CHERYL MCDUFFIE JAMES,

HONOREES:  MELIDA AKITI, Vice President, Ambulatory and Community Services, Memorial Healthcare System, Davie, FL  JASMIN ALLEN, Senior Vice President, Hennessy U.S., LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton, New York, NY  E. REV. DR. DIANE MOOREEUBANKS,ESQ, Chancellor and General Counsel, Global Oved Dei Seminary & University,

BY

Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Business Imaging, Orlando, FL  TONYA DAVIS JOHNSON, Director, Palm Beach Office of Small Business Assistance, West Palm Beach, FL  NICOLE KILBY, Principal IT Business Management Consultant, Infosys Consulting, Atlanta, GA  JOHNNIE LLOYD,Chief Visionary Officer, JB Lloyd and Associates, Fredericksburg, VA  WENDY R. MCSWEENEY, Chief Inclusion & Diversity Officer, Truist, Atlanta, GA  PEPPER MILLER, Recognized Authority on Black Consumer Research, Hunter-Miller, Inc., Chicago, IL  CLEMMIE PERRY, Executive Director, Women of Color Golf, Tampa, FL  DESIREE STRICKLAND, DRPH, MPH, Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Young Black and Professional, LLC, Atlanta, GA  BERNANDETTE VINCENT, President and Chief Operating Officer, Satellite Healthcare, San Jose, CA  WHITNEY CUNNINGHAM WALKER, Senior Community Relations Specialist, Florida Power & Light Company, Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Owner/Publisher Executive Editor Editor-In-Chief Dr. Teresa Taylor Williams

Online Editorial Director Jessica R. Doughty

NewYorkTrend TrendNYC Catalogued and displayed in the U.S. Library Congress.

Art Director Jessica R. Doughty

New York Trend welcomes letters to the editor.

Assistant to Publisher, Administrative Zoie Williams

Emeritus Office & Subscription Manager Sophie Taylor

International Correspondent Ann Brown

Social Media Zoie A. Williams

Travel Editor Jim Weaver Contributing Editor Justin Williams Circulation Manager Robert L. Taylor

Writers Ezra Mechaber Jim Weaver Anastasia Williams Justin Williams Teresa Williams

IMPACT

14 Bond Street, Suite 176, Great Neck, N.Y. 11021 Tel (347) 551-1545 Fax (516) 626-3966 ISSN#1083-58 Email NYTrend@aol.com Email: Website: www.newyorktrendnyc.com Website “Like Us” on Facebook: www.facebook.com/newyorktrendnyc New York Trend is published by TTW Associated, Inc. which holds copyright to the content of this publication. ISSN: 1083-5822 Mail inquiries to: New York Trend NYC, 14 Bond Street, Suite 176, Great Neck, N.Y. 11021.

New York Trend NYC is not responsible for the content of letters to the editor or opinions expressed by individual writers.

New York Trend reserves the right to edit all letters to the editor. Photographs and manuscripts will not be returned.

VOLUME 32 ISSUE 11

Due to federal and state regulations concerning the operations of non-essential businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic and deliveries, please be advised that regularly scheduled deliveries may be delayed or adjusted to meet these regulations at the discretion of the distributors and publisher requires to adhere to the mandates. @2020

4 | NewYorkTrendnyc

April 21, 2022 - April 27, 2022

www.newyorktrendnyc.com

New York

Don’t let lawmakers leave New Yorkers out in the cold.

The COVID-19 pandemic hit New York hard. Thousands lost jobs. Many of us fell behind on paying utility bills. And now a shutoff moratorium that prevented providers from turning off our heat and electricity has expired. Without action from lawmakers, shutoffs could begin any day, leaving more than a million homes without heat, hot water, or electricity.

facebook.com/AARPNY @AARPNY aarp.org/NY Paid for by AARP

NewYorkTrendnyc

AARP is fighting to prevent this. But time is running out, and we need your help. Call your state lawmakers and urge them to protect New Yorkers impacted by the COVID pandemic against utility shutoffs: call 844-489-1318.

April 21, 2022 - April 27, 2022

www.newyorktrendnyc.com | 5

ENTER TAINMENT

Tr u t h ' s Ta b l e R E L E A S E D

Truth’s Table podcast co-host Christina Edmondson, Michelle Higgins, and Ekemini Uwan will be launching their debut book, “Truth’s Table: Black Women’s Musings On Life, Love, and Liberation” through Penguin Random House book publishers, on April 26, 2022.

Truth’s Table podcast, created by Black Women, for Black Women, has garnered more than 3 million downloads and has been ranked in Apple’s Top 200 Religion & Spirituality podcasts. This trio was also the recipient of the 2021 Best Black Religion and Spirituality Podcast Award by Black Podcasting Awards (BPA). Episodes on the show tackle politics, race, culture, and gender issues through a Christian lens.

The women have been recognized by the New York Times, the Atlantic, Christianity Today, and several other publications.

Now into their sixth season, Truth’s Table has transferred their podcasting experience into their first literary project.

The book breaks down topics such as colorism, marriage, divorce, reparations; the perception placed on single black women, protests, and discipleship while offering a pathway for reflection and change. For anyone seeking to explore the spiritual dimensions of hot-button issues within the church or anyone thirsty enough to deepen their faith,

“Truth’s Table” provides exactly the survival guide you need.

If you are interested in receiving a copy of the book, please let us know. We cannot wait to share this latest project with you!

The authors are available for interviews,

BY

PODCAST HOSTS

speaking engagements, social events, and book signings. For booking information, please contact: Stacy Rains – email: asktruthstable@ gmail.com ABOUT THE AUTHORS: Dr. Christina Edmondson (@

DrCEdmondson) is an educator. She holds a PhD in counseling psychology and an MS in family therapy. A certified cultural intelligence facilitator with experience in nonprofit, higher education, and corporate sectors, Dr. Edmondson often consults with organizations about diversity and equity, as well as mental health and faith issues. Her work and insights have been covered in the Atlantic, the Guardian, Essence, and CBS News.

Ekemini Uwan (@sista_theology) is a public theologian who received her MDiv from Westminster Theological Seminary. Uwan is a contributing writer for Hallmark Mahogany. She is a member of the Aspen Institute’s Racial Justice and Religion Commission. She has appeared on MSNBC and NPR. Her writings have been published in the Atlantic, Washington Post, HuffPost Black Voices and her insights have been quoted by the New York Times, CNN, the Washington Post, and the New Yorker.

Michelle Higgins (@Afrorising) is senior pastor of Saint John’s Church (The Beloved Community) in St. Louis, where she co-founded Faith for Justice, a collective of Christian activists, and serves as board chair of Action St. Louis, a political home for Black communities in the St. Louis region.

©2022 New York Lottery

Recyclable Tickets

NY Lottery Lucky Dog Series ‘22 Community Print

Ad # N21LOCPB_416 6Agency | NewYorkTrendnyc Size: 11”x7”

April 21, 2022 - April 27, 2022

www.newyorktrendnyc.com

A R T S & ENTER TAINMENT POETRY MONTH KICKOFF With April being National Poetry Month, Yonkers Arts’ Poet in Residence’ is spearheading a series of programs, events, and creative workshops centered around the education, history, and various aspects of poetry and spoken word performance.

Yonkers Arts continues to engage the Yonkers community while consistently providing opportunities for the creative development of local creatives. And in celebration of National Poetry Month, the organization will be activating a series of initiatives designed to positively impact creatives of all ages and backgrounds. The entire month of April will feature educational programs for the youth. Creativewriting workshops for adults, spoken word and open-mic nights, and finally a community poetry festival at the Yonkers Riverfront Library.

“It’s a great honor to serve as ‘Poetin-Residence’ for Yonkers Arts allowing me to have the opportunity to curate programs designed to support, lead, and engage developing writers and poets in our community,” says Phyllisha Villanueva.

April 30th at 1 pm.

Executive Director, Ray Wilcox states, “The Poet in Residence program is a unique opportunity for a local poet, author, or teaching artist to directly engage aspiring writers and poets in our community."

National Poetry Month will feature the following programs and events, all of which will be free to the public:

“My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment for poets and poetry lovers to cultivate togetherness and community through the poetic form,” explains Phylli V. “I come from a community that has been thriving in the arts and culture scene and it’s important in knowing you have the support from that very same community in coordinating these initiatives.”

 Daily Poetry Challenges  Poetry Showcase at ‘A Piano Shop’ at YOHO - April 16th at 7pm.  Youth Open-Mic and Spoken Word event at the Yonkers YMCA - April 26th.  ‘A Poetic Cyph’ Adult Creative Writing Workshop & Performance Artist Development - April 21st at 7 pm (at the Yonkers Arts Space)  Yonkers Arts x Yonkers Public Library First Annual Poetry Festival -

For more information on all of Yonkers Arts’ offerings for National Poetry Month, follow Yonkers Arts on all social platforms.

ABOUT Yonkers Arts was founded in 2007 by a collection of community leaders who perceived the need for an allencompassing arts organization for a city the size of Yonkers. The mission of Yonkers Arts is to develop a strong, effective, and cooperative network of artists, cultural organizations, and members of the community to promote and encourage the arts in the City of Yonkers.

J A N E T J A C K S O N , N I C K I M I N A J H E A D L I N E F E S T I V A L o f C U LT U R E

ESSENCE Communications, Inc., the leading media, technology, and commerce company dedicated to serving Black women and their communities deeply, has announced the 100% physical return of the ESSENCE FESTIVAL OF CULTURE™ to New Orleans with extended virtual experiences and a commitment to creating opportunities that will economically benefit, invest and contribute to Black-owned businesses. The Festival will host a multi-generational experience entrenched in culture, equity, and celebration.

“As the nation’s largest festival by per day attendance, the ESSENCE Festival of Culture is a staple that celebrates community and empowers equity. We are excited to welcome the family back live to New Orleans and thrilled to connect with more of our diasporic family through new digital experiences,” said ESSENCE CEO Caroline Wanga. “Whether it be those that have three years of outfits reflective of the Festival tradition that was disrupted by the pandemic, or those who will have their inaugural Festival experience in 2022, all are invited to immerse in the crown jewel of culture known as the ESSENCE Festival of Culture. Our almost threedecade-relationship with the City of New Orleans has been critical to the fiber of the Festival and we

NewYorkTrendnyc

fully recognize and appreciate the City and its citizens for all they do to create memorable experiences for all attendees. Lastly, it is

critical that we understand that what we deliver with this Festival— live and virtually—also impacts Black economic inclusion. The ability to have those that benefit from this be Black businesses is

my favorite manifestation of our 2022 Festival theme, ‘It’s The Black Joy for Me.’ See you in July.”

ESSENCE looks forward to physically returning to the City of New Orleans after a hiatus due to the pandemic. The partnerships with this culture filled city have spanned more than 25 years. As

April 21, 2022 - April 27, 2022

the brand expands its footprint, it will continue to focus on the positive economic impact to the City and Black-owned businesses.

As ESSENCE intentionally connects deeper within the City’s culture, it is excited about bringing back new and returning activations, including concerts at the Superdome, Superlounges, ESSENCE Wellness House, ESSENCE Eats Food, Wine & Spirits Festival, the ESSENCE Studios Screening Room, The Men’s Experience, The Marketplace (which economically impacts thousands of Blackowned businesses), the Girls United track which highlights Gen Z experiences, Day of Service, E-Suite, Wealth & Power Stage, The Tech Summit and more.

Festival-goers will witness Black Joy live featuring performances from our stellar headliners including: Janet Jackson, Nicki Minaj, Kevin Hart, New Edition, The Isley Brothers, The Roots & Friends, Jazmine Sullivan, Summer Walker, D-Nice & Friends and many more. Additional talent and experiences will be announced soon.

Tickets are now on sale. For tickets, access and updates on this year’s ESSENCE Festival of Culture, visit www.essencefestival. com. Join the conversation via social @ESSENCEFest. Experience The Festival on ESSENCEStudios. com and ESSENCEFestival.com.

www.newyorktrendnyc.com | 7

HE ALTH BORN WITH AUTISM

AND

Joshua Beckford has never been a typical child. At two years old, he quickly mastered reading fluently using phonics and was speaking Japanese by the age of three. At the age of six,

sitting on his lap while on the computer.

“I started telling him what the letters on the keyboard were and I realized that he was remembering and could understand.”

he became the youngest person in the world to study Philosophy and History at the prestigious University of Oxford in England, gaining a distinction in both subjects.

His father, Knox Daniel, said he first noticed his son was clever when he was

He could read, write and understand the alphabet and point to different colors on a chart when he was just ten months old.

In 2011, his father wanted to challenge his son, so he wrote to the university to see if he could participate in a

DEFYING THE ODDS

philosophy course for bright children between the age of eight and thirteen.

They agreed, and Joshua was the youngest student ever accepted. He even passed with distinction.

Named one of the smartest kids in the world, Joshua was far too academically advanced to attend third grade with his peers and was homeschooled instead.

So, what does a super scholar study?

Joshua excels at science, math, history, foreign languages and history. He dreams of being a neurosurgeon and is well on his way by practicing gall bladder removals and appendectomy procedures.

“Since the age of four, I was on my dad’s laptop and it had a body simulator where I would pull out organs. I want to save the earth. I want to change the world and change people’s ideas to doing the right things about earth.”

He also plans to be a neurosurgeon and is currently writing a children’s book about Egypt.

But get this…he’s done all of this even with being diagnosed with autism.

When he isn’t studying and achieving more than many adults, Joshua also

serves as the face of the National Autistic Society’s Black and Minority (BME) campaign. Diagnosed with high functioning autism, Joshua helps to spread the campaign’s mission of highlighting obstacles Blacks face when trying to obtain access to necessary autism support and services.

According to a 2011 study, Autism and the African American Community, “evidence demonstrates that although rates of diagnosis for autism occur at the same rates in all racial groups, diagnosis in African American children occurs later than in White children.

As a result, African American children may require longer and more intensive intervention.”

In between studying to be the youngest neurosurgeon, Joshua enjoys fundraising for three Autism Charities, one in the U.K and two in Africa, and campaigns to save the environment.

Between medical school and the years associated with that, Joshua should reach his goal of being named a Doctor within the next two years.

Young Joshua is definitely living proof that no obstacle is too great to keep you from achieving greatness.

M E N TA L H E A LT H C O U N S E L I N G S E R V I C E S R E C O G N I Z E D BY L I B N The New Hope Mental Health Counseling Services was formerly recognized at LIBN’s Diversity and Business Awards on March 22, 2022 at an awards ceremony which was held at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury, New York. “The New Hope Mental Counseling Services are essential in helping individuals and families live optimum lives. The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. joins Long Island Business News in congratulating The New Hope Mental Counseling Services on the occasion of receiving Long Island Business News prestigious Diversity in Business Awards.” - Phil Andrews, President, Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. ABOUT: Long Island Business News Diversity in Business Awards  The Diversity in Business Awards highlights the outstanding achievements of professionals of diverse backgrounds and abilities, and those who actively support the growth of diversity and equality in our community. Join us in celebrating their leadership and commitment to Long Island’s growing diverse business community ABOUT: The New Health Mental Health Counseling Services  TNHMHCS practice has grown to become one of the largest private group practices in Long Island, New York serving all of Queens, Bronx, Brooklyn and Staten Island. TNHMHCS employs over 60 employees. TNHMHCS provides counseling services in Spanish, HaitianCreole, Hindi, Urdu, Bengali and Greek.

TNHMHCS has a hybrid model that meets the needs of clients who find it

8 | NewYorkTrendnyc

difficult to leave their home. TNHMHCS has strong affiliate relationships with Hunter College, Queens College, Adelphi University, Walden University, Liberty University, Columbia University, City College, St. John’s University to name a few.  Clinton Clovis, LMHC, CCTS-F, CAMS-II, President  Born in Trinidad & Tobago, West Indies and migrated to the US in 2001. Prior to migrating to the U.S., Clinton worked as a Corrections Officer within the penal system of Trinidad and Tobago for 11 years. During his time working in corrections, Clinton worked as the program coordinator of the restorative justice program within prisons. He traveled to other Caribbean islands developing rehabilitation programs for implementation in the region’s prison system, igniting in him a passion for psychology and counseling.

Clinton graduated Hunter College with honors with a masters in mental health counseling. Today he is in his second year of his Ph.D in psychology. Clinton is President of The New Hope Mental Health Counseling Services located on the border of Queens and Long Island. Clinton is a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist and a Certified Anger Management Specialist level II. Clinton leads a team of licensed mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists and social workers in providing affordable mental health services for people predominantly of color. Clinton is an ordained minister with a vision of exploding the myths of mental health in the black and brown community.

ABOUT: Don Sinkfield, LMHC, CAMS II, Vice President and Director of Administration  Don holds a master’s degree in school and mental health counseling from Queens College. Don is also certified in domestic violence intervention as well as a level 2 Anger

affordable mental health services.

Don holds the position of Vice President and Director of Administration. He oversees the administrative staff and operation guiding operating methods, improving information systems and policies.

L to R: Don Sinkfield, Vice President and Director of Administration, and Clinton Clovis, President of The New Hope Mental Health Counseling Services Photo Source: blackprwire.com

Management Specialist. Don’s passion for counseling started in the New York City school system where he devoted a little more than 20 years dedicated to helping at-risk youths. Don’s skills as a counselor were recognized by his colleagues who commended him for his calming effect on the students. Don’s interest as a counselor piqued when he took the risk to open his own practice, Help to Adjust Counseling and Anger Management. Together with a few counselors he met the need for the members of the community by providing

April 21, 2022 - April 27, 2022

For more information on the services of The New Hope Mental Counseling Services you may visit: https://www. thenewhopemhcs.com/ or to inquire about career opportunities visit: https:// www.thenewhopemhcs.com/ career/ today!

TNHMHCS has a very competitive Clinical Internship Program that trains students from these institutions of higher learning. Every year TNHMHCS trains close to 50 interns and often employs some of the graduating interns.

www.newyorktrendnyc.com

EDUCAT ION

E D U C AT O R S R E C O G N I Z E D

U.S. Department of Education is continuing to take action to support and invest in the teaching profession and address the teacher shortage many schools and districts across the country face. The Supporting Effective Educator Development (SEED) grant program is now accepting applications for efforts that increase the pipeline of highly effective educators.

The SEED program will award $65 million to support the implementation of evidencebased practices that prepare, develop, or enhance the skills of educators. These grants also will enable recipients to develop, expand, and evaluate practices that can serve as models that can be sustained, replicated, and scaled. This program is part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s broader commitment to supporting targeted efforts that will provide comprehensive, highquality pathways into the profession, such as residency and Grow Your Own programs, and evidence-based professional development all focused on building and supporting a more diverse educator pipeline and combating the teacher shortage nationally.

“We know that in order to improve education across the country and meet our students where they are, we must invest in teacher professional learning, recruitment, and

FOR

retention. This past year, we heard from our educators, parents, and leaders that investing in teachers is investing in

ACHIEVEMENTS

student. Building an education system that is the best in the world requires an investment in our dedicated teachers.”

As states, districts, and schools are working hard to address the impact of COVID-19 on students’ social, emotional, mental health, and academic needs, many of them are facing significant challenges in attracting and retaining teachers. Preexisting teacher shortages in critical areas such as special education; multilingual education; science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM); career and technical education; and early childhood education have only been further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic— directly impeding student access to educational opportunity.

students. We are ready to act on that!” said Secretary Cardona. “This grant competition will support institutions of higher education, national nonprofits, and other eligible partners that provide teachers and school leaders with effective strategies for building inclusive, unbiased, and safe learning environments that support the academic, social, and emotional needs of every

The SEED program fosters the use of rigorous evidence-based practices in selecting and implementing strategies and interventions that support educators’ development across the continuum of their careers. Support for educator preparation programs and high-quality professional development are vital to ensure that all students have access to well-prepared and qualified teachers, principals, and other school leaders. These programs invest in educators who are effective and likely to stay in the profession. Research

TIPS TO KEEP YOUR CHILD SAFE ONLINE Research has shown that over 80% of children (aged 12-15) may have been subjected to harmful experiences online, which has led to heightened searches for “cyber safety” (20.5K) and “cyber security” (451.9K), according to Google trend data.

Child game platforms such as Roblox have amassed over 47 million daily active users globally and are moving towards metaverse technology. With increasing concern over child safety in the metaverse and social media usage, experts at OnBuy Smart Watches spoke exclusively to cyber security expert James Bore, who has been in the industry for more than 10 years and has provided professional advice for keeping children safe online.

are in place and what they do. Children are inventive, and most parental control tools can be worked around by any child with a sense of curiosity and a desire to push boundaries.

Other key questions and conversations for parents to ask and discuss include:  What social media applications do they use, if any? Do they have any games with

To accompany James’s advice, in-house experts at OnBuy Smart Watches also manually trawled through internet safety threads across major parenting forums, such as Mumsnet, Netmums, and MadeforMums, to compile a uniquely collated list of cyber security threats and top tips directly from parents as to how they can protect their children online.  Expert Comments from Chartered Security Expert, James Bore: 1. Open Dialogue Ensuring that children are aware and encouraged to talk about anything that they’re unsure about. This means creating a safe space where your child won’t feel judged or worried about being told off for anything that happens. It is far too often that when people do prey on children online, they use the idea that adults in the child’s life will be angry at them, and that things are their fault. The difference it can make when they can have clear, honest communications with parents or guardians is huge, and is arguably the biggest step towards online safety.

2. Explanation of safety and censorship tools.

Allowing your child (particularly older children) to understand why certain rules

NewYorkTrendnyc

Photo Credit: Ketut Subiyanto via Pexels

social media functions or chat?  Make sure they understand privacy settings, and go through them with them.  Make sure they understand that people lie, and they should not meet anyone they only know online.  Do they understand about online harassment and bullying, how to recognize if they’re targeting someone, or being targeted, and what to do about it?  Do they play any games which allow ingame purchases, and do you have control over their ability to spend  OnBuy Smart Watches scraped online parenting forums to reveal 5 key ways parents can protect their children online easily:

1. Explicit websites Search engines for kids and filtering programs can be effective in allowing parents to control what sites children can see. Netmums recommends Net Nanny – which monitors online content, limits screen time and filters sites to protect your children.

OnBuy Smart Watches discovered that parents also recommended the following search engines for kids – Aj Kids and Kids Search, whilst users on Mumsnet suggest censoring thread titles on the forum (keep Mumsnet forum names PG) so that children are not exposed to explicit words if they happen to look over at the computer screen.

2. Inappropriate instructional websites Netmums refers to ‘inappropriate instructional websites’ as sites that promote step-by-step instructions for inappropriate topics such as concealing anorexia or taking drugs. These can be accessed through other genuinely useful instructional sites, and so run the risk of being taken seriously by children.

OnBuy Smart Watches found advice on all of the reviewed parenting forums pointing towards blocking inappropriate websites, or downloading software that prevents popups and inappropriate instructional sites from popping up.

3. Chat room safety Mumsnet users suggest bans on ‘Whatsapp’ and social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter are all rated 13+) for younger children. However, parents are aware that there may be other chat room apps so suggest daily monitoring of your child’s phone. Regular checks can ensure that your children are staying safe on chat rooms and that nothing goes unmissed.

Other users on the forum also suggest locking or removing the device overnight, so that your child gets adequate sleep and isn’t exposed to unsolicited and unmonitored messages when unaccompanied.

4. Cyberbullying According to the Anti-Bullying Alliance –

April 21, 2022 - April 27, 2022

IN

CLASSROOM

shows that existing educator shortages disproportionately impact students of color, students from low-income backgrounds, students with disabilities, and, often, rural communities.

Coinciding with today’s announcement, this afternoon the Department is hosting a webinar focused on “Strengthening Partnerships Between States, School Districts, and Higher Education to Increase the Number of Teacher Candidates Prepared to Enter the Classroom and Provide Immediate Support to Schools.”

During the webinar, Education Department representatives will discuss Secretary Cardona’s recent call to action for states, institutions of higher education, and school districts to commit to using American Rescue Plan and other federal relief funds to help address teacher shortages.

Representatives also will share how federal relief funds and opportunities through the U.S. Department of Labor can and are being used to address teacher shortages and provide support to schools by establishing or scaling up teaching residency and apprenticeship programs.

The Department recognizes the value of supporting educators and is committed to providing resources and opportunities that uplift the educator workforce.

one in five schoolchildren in the UK has been a victim of some form of online abuse.

Netmums highlight the importance of open communication with your child, in a bid to quickly identify when bullying might be taking place. Parents also suggest teaching your kids techniques for dealing with cyberbullies, such as muting chats and reporting bullies on social media. If your child is a victim of cyberbullying from their peers, Mumsnet advises getting their school involved. This will escalate the situation and send a clear message to the bullies that their behaviour is unacceptable. It will also make your child feel more supported and safer in the school environment.

5. Phishing Mumsnet users advise to send any incidents of online phishing to: report@phishing.gov. uk as soon as it’s spotted. Other advice includes either ignoring phishing emails/ messages or changing your settings so that mail from that scam address goes straight to the deleted folder.  Methodology: 1. Experts at OnBuy Smart Watches were keen to explore how parents can keep their children as safe as possible online.

2. In-house experts created a seed list of popular cyber and tech safety related words and phrases using online search volume tool SEMrush.

3. OnBuy Smart Watches identified Mumsnet, Netmums, and MadeforMums as the most reputable sources for up to date parenting information which could be used for research purposes.

4. OnBuy Smart Watches then scraped the most popular forums and community threads to compile a list of top tips directly from parents as to what they should look out for when purchasing smart gadgets and how to use them safely.

5. Cyber security expert James Bore was also contacted and asked about the best ways that parents can protect their children online.

6. All data was collected on 02/02/2022 and is subject to change.

www.newyorktrendnyc.com | 9

FILM F I L M M A K E R J O I N S A RT I S T - I N - R E S I D E N C E P R O G R A M Monty Ross, president of film and production for Soulidifly Productions, joined Ours Studios LLC as its first Filmmaker-in Residence. Ross also co-founded Forty Acres and A Mule Filmworks with college classmate Spike Lee where they produced several films including Malcolm X, Jungle Fever, She’s Gotta Have It and School Daze. Ross’ behind-thescenes work on the film Inside Man is matched by his service as a film lecturer, adjunct professor and guest speaker at prestigious schools as VCU (Virginia Commonwealth University), Old Dominion University, Clark Atlanta and Florida A&M University.

Ross’ first production with Ours Studios is As If We Were Ghosts, a documentary that will debut June 13 and June 19 (Juneteenth), 2022, on every station in the Georgia Public Broadcasting System. The production, the first of five planned, highlights the harsh treatment of Black high school athletes during segregation and their unwavering spirit to overcome challenges.

became stars and widely recognized,” says Bivins. “But most people just know of their accomplishments, not the racism and challenges they faced on their way to stardom. Yet, it is just as important to recognize those Black athletes such as 91-year-old Charles Freeman who was on the basketball team at the Colored High School in Eatonton that won the state basketball championship among Black schools in 1949-50. These were the real ghosts.”

Telling these stories is just one reason why Ross took a break in his busy schedule to spend a year as Filmmaker-in-Residence. “I am delighted and honored to not only work on As If We Were Ghosts for Ours Studios, but to have this filmmaker-in-residence opportunity,” says Ross. “Within the next year, we hope to produce four more episodes building from the original documentary,” he continued.

Also, Ross says that he is “just as excited as to spend the year on my passion — making great films and bringing more emerging filmmakers into the industry. During the yearlong residency, we will immerse students in theory, practical and financial elements of good filmmaking. Georgia has a thriving film industry and I’m honored to help get young people interested in film so they can carry on producing stories, such as As If We Were Ghosts that tell vital stories and help to fill in the blanks about the realities inflicted on Black people throughout our history,” says Ross.

Ours Studios is a Black-owned and financed company that produces film and documentaries. as well as offers a wide range of production services and spaces. In addition, its state-of-the-art studios rentals are designed to make audio, video and livestreams for podcasts and vlogs and has two converted warehouses

dedicated for film, video, and photography productions. The studio’s first documentary is As If We Were Ghosts, about how the athletic and musical accomplishments of students in Black high schools in Georgia were ignored and erased from history. Four more productions of this theme are set to be produced. The show will air on all Georgia Public Broadcasting stations in June, including on June 19th for the celebration of Juneteenth.

Ours Studios CEO is business tycoon Ron Bivins and its COO is Dr. Ann Wead Kimbrough, a former reporter with the Atlanta Journal Constitution and the Atlanta Business Chronicle as well as a college dean and professor. Monty Ross, who cofounded 40 Acres and a Mule with Spike Lee and co-produced many of their most successful movies, is a current Filmmaker-in-Residence at the studios helping develop future stars in the film industry.

“We call these star athletes “ghosts” because their high school recordbreaking athletic, coaching and musical achievements and awards were ignored, buried, and in some cases, burned during the violent Jim Crow and segregated era in Georgia,” says Ron Bivins, CEO of Ours Studios LLC. Bivins is a graduate of one of the nearly 200 former Georgia Black high schools whose athletes, now in their 60s to 90s, were “ghosted” by the white society. Their accomplishments will finally be recognized and given their proper place in history thanks to the production. “We have to acknowledge that we were here,” he says.

Ross signed on to complete the production of As If We Were Ghosts when his former classmate at Clark College (now Clark Atlanta University) and COO of Ours Studios, Dr. Ann Wead Kimbrough, told him about the project. Both natives of Omaha, NE, they knew this was a story that the world needed to know about and one that was replicated in Black high schools across the country. Ross, along with former GPB producer, Nwandi Lawson, worked together reviewing hours of film footage, as well as conducted live interviews with former professional athletes who suffered through the ills of discrimination and into the Civil Rights Movement.

Among those profiled include NBA stars Walt Frazier and Don Adams, Olympians Edith McGuire and Wyomia Tyus, and baseball great Hank Aaron. “Yes, these athletes made it into the big leagues and

10 | NewYorkTrendnyc

MONTY ROSS, FILMMAKER-IN-RESIDENCE Photo Source: blackprwire.com

April 21, 2022 - April 27, 2022

www.newyorktrendnyc.com

END NO TE S

“ T H E P R O U D F A M I LY : L O U D E R

THE PROUD FAMILY: LOUDER AND PROUDER" is in production on a second season for Disney+.

From Disney Television Animation, the series' season one finale begins streaming Wednesday, April 20 exclusively on Disney+. The series, a critically acclaimed revival of Disney’s ground-breaking “The Proud Family,” is executive-produced by its creator Bruce W. Smith, and Ralph Farquhar.

Moon Frye as Zoey Howzer; Alisa Reyes as LaCienega Boulevardez; Carlos Mencia as Felix Boulevardez; Maria Canals-Barrera as Sunset Boulevardez; Alvaro Gutierrez as Papi; Raquel Lee Bolleau as

AND

as Kareem; Artist "A Boogie" Dubose as Francis "KG" LeibowitzJenkins; Bresha Webb as CeCe; and Aiden Dodson as BeBe. The second season will feature a star-studded guest cast, including

"The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder" picks up the story of its central character, Penny Proud, and includes her madcap family: parents Oscar and Trudy, twin siblings BeBe and CeCe, and grandmother Suga Mama (and Puff!). Of course, it would not be "The Proud Family" without Penny's loyal crew Dijonay Jones, LaCienega Boulevardez and Zoey Howzer, among others.

Cast members reprising their roles from the original series and returning for season two are: Kyla Pratt as Penny Proud; Tommy Davidson as Oscar Proud; Paula Jai Parker as Trudy Proud; JoMarie Payton as Suga Mama; Cedric the Entertainer as Uncle Bobby; Karen Malina White as Dijonay Jones, Soleil

Nubia Gross; and Marcus T. Paulk as Myron. Recurring new voices that will also return for the second season include Keke Palmer as Maya Leibowitz-Jenkins; Billy Porter and Zachary Quinto as Randall and Barry Leibowitz-Jenkins; EJ Johnson as Michael Collins; Asante Blackk

O N S TA G E A T K I N G S B O R O U G H ANNOUnCES PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

singer and producer Chance the Rapper; Gabrielle Union (“L.A’s Finest”); singer and dancer Normani; Leslie Odom Jr. (“Hamilton”); Anthony Anderson (“black-ish”); gymnasts Dominique Dawes, Gabby Douglas and Laurie Hernandez; Jane Lynch (“Glee”); Holly Robinson

PROUDER” Peete (“21 Jump Street”); Maury Povich ("Maury"); Storm Reid (“Euphoria”); Courtney B. Vance (“Genius”); and Liana Mendoza ("Hey, Mr. Postman!").

Extensions for “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” include a cross-category product line of apparel, home, stationery, toys and Funko Pop! collectibles exclusively at Target; a storybook from Disney Press, “It All Started with an Orange Basketball;” and “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” digital soundtrack from Walt Disney Records set for release on June 3.

Additionally, the complete library of the original series, “The Proud Family,” is currently available on Disney+, digital and DVD. In addition to Smith and Farquhar, Calvin Brown, Jr. ("Moesha") is co-executive producer and story editor, Jan Hirota ("Big Hero 6 The Series") is producer, Eastwood Wong ("Carmen Sandiego") is art director, and directors are Latoya Raveneau ("Rise Up, Sing Out"), Rudi Bloss ("DC Super Hero Girls") and Tara Nicole Whitaker ("Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure").

HBCU WALL STREET SHOW DEBUTS Photo provided by: The HBCU Wall Street Show With Bianca Little

Image Source: onstageatkingsborough.org

On Stage At Kingsborough (OSK) brings artistically and culturally diverse, multidisciplinary performances from masters of the form to the varied communities within and surrounding Kingsborough Community College in Brooklyn.

From October to May, we present world class dance, cabaret, theatre, music, and family performances in the Leon M. Goldstein Performing Arts Center, and notable jazz musicians in an intimate and elegant nightclub setting with wine, cheese, and floor-to-ceiling ocean views as part of the Jazz At The Lighthouse series in Kingsborough’s Lighthouse.

Its Hot Summer Nights! free outdoor concert series at Kingsborough’s Lighthouse bandshell takes place every Saturday evening in July. Our

NewYorkTrendnyc

school-time shows welcome classes from local public and private schools, a majority of which serves economicallydisadvantaged or special needs populations. The Spring 2022 season reflects our commitment to present a broad range of world-class artists in exclusive Brooklyn engagements.

The On Stage at Kingsborough schedule is below. April 9, 2022 at 8:00 PM: The Lords of 52nd Street: The Original Billy Joel Band (Music/Rock) May 7, 2022 at 8:00 PM: Catherine Russell, Brianna Thomas & Ada Dyer Ladies Sing The Blues (Music/ Blues) May 20, 2022 at 7:00 PM: Mark G. Meadows & The Movement A Night of Wonder! (Jazz At The Lighthouse)

Washington, DC: Season 1, Episode 1 of The HBCU Wall Street Show with Bianca Little is officially here.

Join Bianca as she breaks down the latest in the business, finance,

April 21, 2022 - April 27, 2022

investment, tech and HBCU news. This show will consist of her analyzing and discussing some of our most engaging social media posts and of course, we’ll even be interviewing industry experts, entrepreneurs, creatives and innovators.

www.newyorktrendnyc.com | 11

WHEREVER YOU’RE HEADED, ROLL IN THE VIP SEATS All New 2022 Equinox RS

The all-new 2022 Equinox RS adds flavor to life in the fast lane. Designed with a stylish trim, striking black interior and sporty red accents, the Equinox RS is always the hottest seat in the house.

FI N D N E W TR E N DS, F IND NE W RO ADS

12 | NewYorkTrendnyc

April 21, 2022 - April 27, 2022

www.newyorktrendnyc.com