PRWeb: Society African American Interests http://www.prweb.com Latest news releases for Society African American Interests from PRWeb en PRWeb Distribution Newswire http://www.prweb.com/images_v4/prweb_logo_hv2.jpg http://www.prweb.com 200 46 xml@emediawire.com xml@emediawire.com NYC & Company and Speaker Quinn Rally with City's Tourism Industry to Invite Visitors and New Yorkers to NYC This Summer http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2621634.htm On heels of successful July 4th weekend, more than 50 members of NYC's tourism community, city's marketing and tourism organization invite visitors to the world's second home. New programs and offers target visitors and residents to boost summer travel across the five boroughs as NYC continues to weather the economic storm. (PRWeb Jul 9, 2009)

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]]> iPhone Pocket Cemetery Developer Speaks Out On Michael Jackson Memorial Controversy http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2619004.htm According to its developers, a new iPhone application is being unfairly targeted as a ploy to take advantage of Michael Jackson's tragic death. Now the creator of Pocket Cemetery is speaking out about his controversial Michael Jackson memorial on YouTube. (PRWeb Jul 8, 2009)

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]]> Wheelock College Awarded USAID Planning Grant to Partner with Teacher Training Program in Ghana http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2610814.htm A Wheelock team will head to the West African nation this summer to assess early childhood education programs. (PRWeb Jul 8, 2009)

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]]> Tru/Alpha Capital Advisors Launches As One of Few African-American Owned Investment Advisory Companies; Alternative and International Markets Specialty Enhances Atlanta's Growing Footprint in the Financial Services Sector http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2619074.htm New African-American Owned Investment Advisory Firm in Southeast with Specialization in Alternative and International Markets; Enhances Atlanta's Growing Footprint in the Financial Services Sector; 5 Golden Rules on Investment Success (PRWeb Jul 8, 2009)

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]]> P5Audio Announces the Launch of New Hip Hop Beats: Gangs of NYC Vol. 2 http://www.prweb.com/releases/hip-hop-beats/music-samples/prweb2616864.htm P5Audio.com, an online leader in royalty free Hip Hop beats, music loops, music samples and making beats, announces a new Hip Hop beats product release: Gangs of NYC Volume 2 - available now for instant download. (PRWeb Jul 8, 2009)

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]]> Celebrity Permanent Makeup Artist Slams Claim "Michael Jackson Didn't Want to be Black" http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2613654.htm Sandi Hammons, celebrity permanent makeup artist and her company, Premier Pigments, the manufacturer of the permanent makeup worn by the late Michael Jackson, are speaking out against widespread assertions that "Michael Jackson didn't want to be black." (PRWeb Jul 7, 2009)

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]]> Embassy of Liberia Partners With ONE Liberia to Host Liberia's 162nd Independence Day Celebration in D.C. http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2609204.htm The Embassy of Liberia is collaborating efforts with ONE Liberia, an advocacy group dedicated to promoting a united Liberia, to celebrate Liberia's 162nd Independence Day anniversary themed "Unity in Diversity". This unity event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 25th, 2009 at the Embassy of Liberia in Washington, D.C. (PRWeb Jul 7, 2009)

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]]> Old Spice and AOL Black Voices Survey Reveals Women's Grooming Watch-Outs for Guys - Urges Guys to Take A Stand Against Underarm Residue http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2607744.htm Old Spice, the nation's leading male deodorant brand, today announced results from its first Personal Style Survey revealing factors that define personal style for guys, and the things that can ruin it. (PRWeb Jul 6, 2009)

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]]> Arrow Records Signs Popular Multi-Talent with Hip Hop Artist Shonlock http://www.prweb.com/releases/creflo/dollar/prweb2599214.htm Arrow Records, an affiliate of Creflo Dollar Ministries, announces today the signing of multi-talented gospel hip-hop artist Deshon Bullock, known professionally as Shonlock. Having an artistry and range of talents that have taken him traveling around the country, he has worked with some of secular and Christian music's most popular acts, from Aaliyah, Arrested Development, Grammy-nominated duo Grits, Kierra "Kiki" Sheard and Trinitee 5:7 as a dancer, choreographer, and lyricist. Shonlock is currently touring with Grammy winner TobyMac. (PRWeb Jul 3, 2009)

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]]> Creflo Dollar and Arrow Records Present … 'Heart of God, CHANGE' http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2599294.htm Creflo Dollar and Arrow Records present Heart of God, CHANGE. This eagerly anticipated album release is sure to wow audiences of all denominations, races, ethnic groups, and cultural backgrounds. Gospel recording artists featured on this project come together to combine very different styles of Gospel music. In the words of Dollar, this project "puts words to feelings that you want to express toward God in an extremely unique way." (PRWeb Jul 6, 2009)

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]]> Have You or a Loved One Been Denied the Right to Vote? Contact the Ohio Election Justice Campaign http://www.prweb.com/releases/joinclassaction/electionfraud/prweb2606054.htm Citizens' group Ohio Election Justice Campaign (OEJC) invites all citizens denied or hindered in voting in any Ohio election from 2004 onwards to join class action lawsuit to seek truth, justice, and monetary damages. Ohio Election Justice Campaign points to alleged election fraud cover-up between Ohio politicians and local attorneys as prompting citizen class action. Act now as urgent legal deadline expires soon: e-mail Ohio.Voter.Class Action@gmail.com or call OEJC Director Shaffer at 614-266-2391. (PRWeb Jul 3, 2009)

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]]> Moguldom Media Group Launches New Authority on Hip-Hop News and Culture http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2602514.htm Moguldom Media, the makers of wildly popular Bossip.com, have launched the new definitive source for Hip-Hop news, entertainment, and politics. (PRWeb Jul 6, 2009)

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]]> Hampton, VA and Boo Williams Sportsplex Host 2009 AAU 12 and Under Boys National Championships July 16-23, 2009 http://www.prweb.com/releases/Boo_Williams/AAU/prweb2599824.htm This July 16-23, over 120 teams representing more than 20 states will compete in Hampton, Virginia at the Boo Williams Sportsplex during the 2009 AAU 12 and Under Boys Basketball National Championships. (PRWeb Jul 2, 2009)

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]]> U.S. African Chamber of Commerce Encourages the African Union to set Political Agenda for African Unity http://www.prweb.com/releases/USACC/African_Union/prweb2600174.htm U.S. African Chamber of Commerce Encourages the African Union to set a Political Agenda for African Unity, Integration and the creation of one Continent.The African Union (AU) holds its 13th semiannual summit Wednesday in Libya's coastal city, Sirte. (PRWeb Jul 2, 2009)

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]]> Special Celebrity Guests Set to Appear at the Shades of Our Community Tour in New Orleans, LA http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/07/prweb2594254.htm The Shades of Our Community Tour comes to the Essence Music Festival 2009 (Marketplace and Art Expo), at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Hall B, on Friday - Sunday, July 3-5, from 9:30 AM - 6 PM daily. CNN correspondent Roland Martin and CNN expert on disaster preparedness General Russel Honore will make special appearances at the CNN booth on Friday, July 3, between NOON and 1PM. Soledad O'Brien will appear at the CNN booth on Saturday, July 4, at 2 PM. Tyler Perry's Meet the Brown stars, David Mann (Mr. Brown) and Tamela Mann (Cora Brown), will appear at the TBS booth on Friday, July 3 from 2 - 4 PM and Saturday, July 4, from 1 - 3 PM. (PRWeb Jul 6, 2009)

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]]> Now in Session: The Library of Congress on iTunes U http://www.prweb.com/releases/The_Library_of_Congress/on_iTunes_U/prweb2594994.htm Historic film clips, podcasts, courses among offerings (PRWeb Jul 1, 2009)

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]]> African Strategist And Author Proposes A Bold Approach To Fixing Africa, Ahead Of African Union Summit This Week http://www.prweb.com/releases/Fixing_Africa/Initiative/prweb2596134.htm The mental shift created by the election of Barack Obama provides a historic opportunity to rebuild Africa on solid foundations, according to a new e-book by a noted African strategist and author. (PRWeb Jul 1, 2009)

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]]> Young Survivors of Sex Trafficking Inspire Beyonce, Halle Berry and More to Join 'Girls Are Not for Sale' Campaign http://www.prweb.com/releases/gems/trafficking/prweb2588764.htm Inspired by the Showtime documentary 'Very Young Girls', about American girls fighting to overcome the trauma of child trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation, artists help mobilize women across America for national campaign featuring the film's July 7th debut on Netflix. (PRWeb Jun 30, 2009)

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]]> Dress For Success Philadelphia to Host Diamonds and Denim Summerfest at the Water Works Landmark -- Zales Donates Over $30K in Diamonds http://www.prweb.com/releases/Dress_for_Success/Diamonds_and_Denim/prweb2592764.htm Not-for-profit promotes economic independence for disadvantaged women (PRWeb Jun 30, 2009)

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]]> Bezos Scholars Program Sponsors Global Nomads Group Event @ Aspen Ideas Festival, Moderated by Anna Deavere Smith http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2576834.htm What inspires a great idea? How does one young person spark life-enhancing change in a village, a country, the world? On July 3, at Hotel Jerome in Aspen, the Bezos Scholars Program will sponsor "Inspired to Action," to introduce five remarkable individuals who through innovation, purpose and great courage have become leaders of their generation. (PRWeb Jun 29, 2009)

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]]> Innovations Itnernational Launches Its Online Fortune 500 Diversity Training Tool, Diversity - The Competitive Advantage http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2582924.htm The interactive course valued at $4,000 is available for free, online, for a limited time. (PRWeb Jun 28, 2009)

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]]> U.S. African Chamber of Commerce Encourages Better Organization Regarding African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) http://www.prweb.com/releases/African_Growth/Opportunity_Act_AGOA/prweb2583424.htm U.S. African Chamber of Commerce says that Africans can lose the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) if not better organized. (PRWeb Jun 27, 2009)

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]]> U.S. African Chamber of Commerce Asks White House to Honor Michael Jackson http://www.prweb.com/releases/Michael_Jackson/Humanitarian/prweb2583814.htm The U.S. African Chamber of Commerce says The White House needs to honor Michael Jackson like other global leaders. (PRWeb Jun 27, 2009)

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]]> NRPA Launches "Parks Build Community" http://www.prweb.com/releases/NRPA/ParksBuildCommunity/prweb2578874.htm The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has a vision for America's urban parks. The NRPA is launching a model for urban park revitalization that will be kicked off at DC's Marvin Gaye Park this summer. The model for this sustainable vision - called "Parks Build Community" - utilizes urban parks as a core component in the revitalization of underserved urban communities across the country. (PRWeb Jun 26, 2009)

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]]> The Savoy Group Intl' Presents the 1st Annual Liberia Music Festival, Bringing Together more than 13 of the Continent's Brightest Hip Hop and Reggae stars http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2572274.htm This event celebrates this generation's musical accomplishments through the launch of e'Dijene Records; The Savoy Group Intl' Inc.,presents the 1st Annual Liberia Music Festival, which will be taking place on the eighteenth of July (July 18, 2009) in Monrovia, Liberia. The festival showcases more than 13 of the best Hip Hop and Reggae artists from East and West Africa to celebrate music from this generation and launch of e'Dijene Records: (PRWeb Jun 26, 2009)

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]]> JustGetTested.com Offers Fast, Confidential HIV Testing to Mark National HIV Testing Day http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2578394.htm Get a basic HIV test for half price -- only $20 through June 30. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that one out of five people living with HIV in the U.S. are unaware of their HIV status. National HIV Testing Day, June 27, is an opportunity for people nationwide to gain knowledge to take control of their health and their lives. (PRWeb Jun 26, 2009)

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]]> Monthly $10,000 Scholarships Available For Minority and Female Students http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2577424.htm DiversityScholarships.com is helping students with financial aid to pay for college and tuition. (PRWeb Jun 26, 2009)

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]]> 5th & 4th Annual 2008-09 All-Dunkadelic Teams for Pro and College, Says Dunkadelic TV and NBHHCM.org http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2577454.htm The Annual selection of the most artistic and prolific dunkers on the professional and college level for the 2008-09 season. Dwight Howard and Blake Griffin are named 2009 All-Dunkadelic Team MVP's. Shaq to Cleveland unites the past and present NBA/hip-hop baller icons during the 25th Anniversary of the hoops and hip-hop culture fusion born in 1984. Let the "LeBron-N-Shaq Dunkadelic Attack" era begin. (PRWeb Jun 26, 2009)

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]]> People Media Launches Six New Niche Online Dating Communities For AOL Personals, Enhances All Existing Specialty Sites With New Matching and Community Features http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2577154.htm As Online Dating Surges During Recession, Company Continues to Expand and Refine Its Tools for Helping Singles Connect and Build Relationships (PRWeb Jun 25, 2009)

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]]> Urban Settlement Services Recognized for Unprecedented Growth: Named to Black Enterprise Magazine's Top 100 Black Owned Businesses Nationally http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2568654.htm With continued increases in revenue and contract awards, Urban Settlement Services has grown to become of the largest providers of home retention services in addition to the title, appraisal and closing services they have offered for more than 10 years. The company, founded by Charles and Elisa Sanders, is the second largest black-owned company in Pennsylvania, with a staff of 125 and revenue of 50 million grossed in 2008. Growth in 2008 was largely due to early entry into home retention and loss mitigation (PRWeb Jun 25, 2009)

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]]> Ethiopian News, Jobs in Ethiopia, Ethiopia Real Estate, Classifieds, Ethiopian Music and Entertainment - All at Ezega.com http://www.prweb.com/releases/Ethiopian-News/Ethiopian-Music/prweb2562434.htm Ezega.com continues to serve the Ethiopian community as a one-stop source for Ethiopian News, Ethiopian Jobs, Ethiopia Real Estate, Ethiopian Classifieds, Ethiopian Music, Ethiopian Community, and much more. The site is one of the fastest growing sites in Ethiopia, with more than 500,000 page views per month and growing. (PRWeb Jun 24, 2009)

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]]> Agoda Shines in Shanghai during a Total Solar Eclipse http://www.prweb.com/releases/agoda-hotes/shanghai-hotels/prweb2564964.htm On July 22nd, Shanghai moves to the shadows and becomes one of the best places on the planet to view the longest total solar eclipse of the 21st Century. To assist travelers in experiencing this amazing natural phenomenon, Agoda.com has secured the best-guaranteed prices on hotels in the Shanghai metropolitan area. Travelers should reserve increasingly affordable hotels in Shanghai via Agoda.com, and find the perfect spot to take in one of nature's mystical displays. (PRWeb Jun 24, 2009)

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]]> Black Superman the Acclaimed Book That Predicted and Explained Jamaica's Extraordinary Olympic Performance is Back in Print http://www.prweb.com/releases/african/genetics/prweb2540074.htm Black Superman: A Cultural and Biological History of the People Who Became the World's Greatest Athletes was written to extol the genes and genius of African and African-descended populations, to comprehensively explain the disproportionate athletic power of genes designed in Africa, and to forcefully expose and debunk the myths and lies that undergird the historic slander of black intellectual inferiority. Despite its title, it is not a paean to black racial superiority, but rather a a confirmation of the essential equality of the entire human race. (PRWeb Jun 23, 2009)

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]]> EUR World Exclusive: Janet 'Aunt Viv' Hubert Speaks Out About Her New Book on Will Smith (Pt. 1) http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2559734.htm 'Fresh Prince' Co-star's Revealing Memoir Puts Stain on Superstar's Nice Guy Image (PRWeb Jun 22, 2009)

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]]> Positive Music Aims to Bring Hope and Build Resilience for the Children of South Africa http://www.prweb.com/releases/childrens/music/prweb2547714.htm Through a partnership with Bridge to Cross, organizers of South Africa's National Youth Day, Children, Inc.'s Music Director, David Kisor, will bring his songs of hope and resilience to an area troubled by poverty and disease. David has played his original songs for thousands of young children throughout Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati. These songs build social and emotional skills such as attachment, initiative and self control. (PRWeb Jun 19, 2009)

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]]> Barack Obama, Thomas Blackshear and Lenox China™... Together We Can http://www.prweb.com/releases/barack/obama_figurine/prweb2553924.htm Lookin' good, Mr. President ... Life-like figurine of Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States of America. So realistic you wouldn't be surprised to see the Secret Service lurking about. (PRWeb Jun 19, 2009)

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]]> Former World War I Segregated Company Housing Facility Holds Grand Opening http://www.prweb.com/releases/fairbanksflats/jimcaldwell/prweb2548244.htm NFL head coach, Jim Caldwell, helps mark 1917 Fairbanks Flats Rowhomes' rebirth and redevelopment into affordable townhouses. (PRWeb Jun 19, 2009)

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]]> Warning: Collision Ahead for Jazz and Hip-Hop http://www.prweb.com/releases/Karriem_Riggins/Mulgrew_Miller/prweb2491024.htm Enter: The Karriem Riggins Virtuoso Experience (PRWeb Jun 18, 2009)

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]]> New Website Explores Multi-Ethnic/Multi-Faith Family Dynamic http://www.prweb.com/releases/lovesmanycolors/multi-ethnic_multi-faith/prweb2544854.htm New website, lovesmanycolors.com debuts with a goal to expose, educate and celebrate diversity in multi-ethnic and multi-faith families, and children. The site provides articles, advice, and an open forum to support interracial and interfaith family parenting, and strengthening the family unit. (PRWeb Jun 18, 2009)

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]]> U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan Praises 100 Black Men of America, Inc. for Educational Initiatives, Outreach to Youth http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009100BMOACONFERENCE/6BLACKMEN/prweb2532414.htm In an interview with CNN's T.J. Holmes, U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan praised the mentoring and community outreach efforts of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. as an effective tool in building the quality of education in the country. "This is why I am such a big fan of what the 100 Black Men are doing around the country," said Secretary Duncan during the interview. "When our children have the opportunity to be surrounded by adults that care passionately about them and stick with them for the long haul, they will do fantastic." (PRWeb Jun 17, 2009)

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