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On their knees, blindfolded, five young men listen to blessings in Yoruba, a language brought by African slaves more than four centuries ago, to become the new members of the Abakua society, a unique Cuban cult.
Nationwide protests have taken place since October 7 despite the disbanding of the controversial Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) police unit.
The demonstrators have been accused of attacking police stations and personnel.
The rallies which are mostly attended by young people have become avenues to vent against corruption and unemployment.
Rights groups say at least 15 people have been killed the demonstrations began in early October.
a study was published in the medical journal Pediatrics, which found that Black kids 5 to 12 years old were two times more likely to die by suicide compared to White youth in the same age group.
The post Our Children Are Now Dying By Suicide appeared first on The Seattle Medium.
[IPS] Dehradun, India -- According to the World Health Organization (WHO) at-least 15% of the population globally has some form or other of a disability- considered the world's largest minority population and one that any of us can join at any point in our lives. It therefore makes so much sense for each one of us to invest towards inclusion, so everyone has the right to live their life to their full potential and contribute meaningfully to society. This article seeks to highlight the updates from the disability world in the past
De Blasio Makes Juneteenth An Official New York City Holiday
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced today that the city will officially observe Juneteenth as a city and school holiday starting next year.
All New York City schools and city departments will observe the holiday, de Blasio said at a press conference with New York City First Lady Chirlane McCray and Deputy Mayor J. Phillip Thompson.
De Blasio added that the holiday will provide a time for celebration of the city's black history and culture, while also serving as a reminder of the way that racism continues to work in the city.
First Lady Chirlane McCray also announced that New York City will form a racial justice and reconciliation commission, saying that it will \"promote social learning, collective introspection, and other measures to tear down the barriers to true equality.\"
Thompson noted that while the city holiday doesn't officially take place until next year, the city's Department of Education already planned to educate students about the holiday.
(Photo by Antonio Harvey)
Senator Steven Bradford (D- Los Angeles) vice chair of the Legislative Black Caucus.
Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media
Shortly after members of the California legislature took a knee for eight minutes and 46 seconds at the California Capitol to protest racism and the death of George Floyd, Assemblymember Lorena Gonzalez (D-San Diego) took the opportunity to call out some of her Latino colleagues.
“I have to be honest, I’m disappointed with our Latino caucus,” Gonzalez said at the event that Assemblymember Syndey Kamlager (D-Los Angeles), a member the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC), organized.
Gonzalez said although some of the California Legislative Latino Caucus (CLLC) members have co-authored pieces of legislation with Black Caucus members, they have not been supportive enough of policy that can make a measurable difference in the lives of Black Californians.
The protest-slash-tribute took place in front of the California state Capitol’s West steps to honor the late George Floyd, who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer who pinned the unarmed Black man down during an arrest.
So you are sitting on a park bench, just enjoying the weather. What is the likelihood that the next person who walks by you is of a different race than […]
The post THE NEW MULTIRACIAL AMERICA appeared first on The Chicago Crusader.
Julius Malema wants all young adults in the country to stop drinking on events like Youth Day - because it does not 'fit well' with the occasion.
Join the Los Angeles Urban League and the Black College Expo to Celebrate Black High School Graduates In The United States of America.
“2020 Black High School Graduation: Rites Of Passage” where nationwide, students will share their high school achievements during this historic virtual ceremony.
join Black College Expo and the Los Angeles Urban League to present “2020 Black High School Graduation: Rites of Passage,” a positive and uplifting cultural celebration for high school graduates.
Hosted by Emmy award-winning television host Shaun Robinson with special appearances from University of Southern California president Carol Folt, R&B singer Brian McKnight, actress Lala Anthony and comedian Michael Colyar, the highly anticipated once in a lifetime, grassroots-oriented black high school graduation will celebrate the 2020 graduates giving them the opportunity to enjoy the traditional celebration of their achievements during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Highlights of the virtual “2020 Black High School Graduation: Rites of Passage” will include celebrity performances, spoken word presentations, student recognitions and keynote speeches by notable celebrities and academic leaders, including fiery orator Thomas Parham, PhD, President of California State University, Dominguez Hills.
The first 100 people who receive their first or second dose at the City’s Welcome Back Weeks pop-up vaccination clinics will receive a free single-day ticket to the Day In • Day Out music festival.
The post City Of Seattle To Offer At Least 100 Free Tickets To Day In • Day Out Festival At Welcome Back Week Vaccination Pop-Ups appeared first on The Seattle Medium.
