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June 22nd, 2023 - June 28th, 2023

MAYOR DAVID DINKINS, REP. CHARLES RANGEL, HONORED WITH LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

VOLUME 33 ISSUE 21

ACTIVIST AND LEADER HONORED WITH SPRINGARN AWARDS

DR. HAZEL N. DUKES , renowned activist and leader, will be awarded the NAACP Spingarn Medal in recognition of her years of transformative advocacy and brave leadership. The medal will be presented at the Spingarn Freedom Fund Awards Dinner during the 114th National Convention in Boston.

The NAACP Spingarn Medal acknowledges the highest or noblest achievement by a living African American in any honorable field during the preceding year or years. Dr. Dukes will be recognized for the immense impact she has had on the Association through her various leadership roles including serving as the current President of the New York State Conference Dr. Dukes is a member of the NAACP National Board of Directors, the Executive Committee, and an active member of various Board of Directors sub-committees. Additionally, she serves as President of the Hazel N. Dukes & Associates Consultant Firm and she holds leadership positions within her New York community.

The Black Stars News 2015 Annual Awards Dinner will honor Mayor David Dinkins, Rep. Charles Rangel, Rep. Yvette Clarke, R. Donahue Peebles, Barbara Arnwine, Inez Barron, Sabrina Lamb, Dr. Rudy Crew, Stephen Byrd, Alia Jones, and the Central Park Five survivors of gross injustice on December 18 from 6:00pm –10:00pm at MIST Harlem, 46 West 116th Street

“Each honoree chosen for recognition has demonstrated exceptional leadership and vision in her or his respective profession or endeavor and in some significant measure has contributed towards creating a more just society in this country,” says Black Star News founder and publisher Milton Allimadi. “Obviously much work needs to be done here and around the world.”

The gala starts at 6:00pm with a cocktail hour to be followed by the dinner and awards ceremonies. There will be musical entertainment by opera singer Cassandra Douglas and from harmonica phenomenon William Galison. David Dinkins is honored for Lifetime Achievement

"Dr. Dukes is a woman of profound strength and courage, who has served as an unwavering pillar in our community for more than fifty years," said NAACP President & CEO, Derrick Johnson "Led by her fierce determination, she has improved the lives of countless Black Americans and New Yorkers while bringing about lasting change that will be felt in the Black community for generations to come. Our network of 2 million activists continues to be inspired by, and learn from Dr. Dukes' tireless pursuit of justice. We are incredibly proud of the work she has done for us and are honored to present Dr. Dukes with our highest distinction."

— he was New York City’s first African American mayor and also welcomed Nelson Mandela to the city after his release in 1990.

Rep. Charles Rangel, also honored for Lifetime Achievement, has served in Congress since 1971. He is a recipient of The Bronze medal for helping save soldiers behind enemy line during the Korean War

Then-Chairman of the NAACP Board of Directors, Joel E. Spingarn, established the annual award in 1914. Previous Spingarn medal recipients include: Charles Drew, Cicely Tyson, Daisy Bates, Earl G. Graves Sr., George Washington Carver, Harry Belafonte, Jackie Robinson, James Clyburn, Jesse L. Jackson, Maya Angelou, Martin Luther King, Jr., Mrs. Daisy Bates, Myrlie Evers-Williams, the Honorable

Rep. Yvette Clarke is a Democratic member of the US House of Representatives from New York whose 9th district covers much of central Brooklyn. Before entering Congress in 2007, she

"Dr. Hazel Dukes' steadfast commitment to bettering the lives of Black Americans has empowered her to champion the needs of our community through political advocacy, social work, business development, and religious leadership," said NAACP Chair of the Board of Directors, Leon W. Russell "I have had the honor and privilege to work alongside her on the Board of Directors for many years and am continually awestruck by the strength of her convictions and dedication to our continued fight for civil rights. It is only right that she is awarded the Spingarn Medal after her decades of service and visionary leadership. Because of Dr. Dukes, Black Americans can thrive."

R. Donahue Peebles, honoree, is a leading developer and founder of The Peebles Co., the nation’s largest African American-owned real estate firm with $3.5 billion worth of properties under development or management — he was one of the pioneering developerswho helped turn around and revitalize the once-blighted Anacostia neighborhood in Washington, D.C. A champion of African-American economic empowerment Peebles’ is contemplating a possible run for NYC mayor in 2017.

Honoree Barbara Arnwine, civil rights lawyer, is a champion of protecting voting rights of ethnic minority groups — the emerging

Since 1989

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York and a former chancellor of the New York public schools system. Pioneering producers Stephen Byrd and Alia Jones, through their Front Row Production, “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof”

“A Streetcar Named Desire”

. In 2016 they bring Oscar Winner to Broadway.

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and executive producer, radio DJ, poet, songwriter, music recording artist and producer, rapper, writer and community activist. He began his career as a radio DJ in Buffalo at age 15. For over 30 years, he’s been a talk show host at WBLS and WLIB radio in New York City. He also has a Friday night radio talk show on WBAI

to make waves wherever they go."

miscarriage of justice in New York’s history; having been railroaded and unjustly convicted for a crime they did not commit and for which they served long prison sentences ranging from seven years to 13 years before being exonerated when the actual rapist confessed. They are: Yusef Abdus Salaam; Raymond Santana Jr., Antron McCray, Kevin Kharey Wise. The Black Star News, which focuses on investigative journalism, has been featured as a result of some if its news scoops, on CNN, The New York Daily News, The New York Post, The Village Voice, and Brill’s Content magazine.

"The sheer magnitude of Dr. Dukes' contributions to the NAACP, the State of New York, and to the Black community cannot be overstated," said NAACP Vice Chair of the Board of Directors, Karen Boykin-Towns "From her work as the first Black employee in the Nassau County District Attorney's Office in 1966, to her time serving as the first Black vice-chair of the Nassau County Democratic Committee, Dr. Dukes continues to break down barriers every step of the way. As both a New Yorker and a Black woman, Dr. Dukes personally inspires me to persist in our advocacy in pursuit of a thriving Black America. She serves as a role model for every young Black activist, especially Black women, who hope

Honoree Sabrina Lamb, founder of World of Money, is a champion of financial literacy for youth-- she teaches knowledge about handling money, budgeting and planning.

Dr. Rudy Crew, honoree, is one of the nation’s leading educators. He’s president of Medgar Evers College of The City University of New

The NAACP advocates, agitates, and litigates for the civil rights due to Black America. Our legacy is built on the foundation of grassroots activism by the biggest civil rights pioneers of the 20th century and is sustained by 21st century activists. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and Congress, our network of members across the country works to secure the social and political power that will end race-based discrimination. That work is rooted in racial equity, civic engagement, and supportive policies and institutions for all marginalized people. We are committed to a world without racism where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities.

Past Black Star News honorees have included: Gil Noble (Like It Is), Rep. Maxine Waters, Soledad O’Brien (CNN), Ms. Camille Cosby, Voza Rivers (New Heritage Theatre), Errol Louis (NY1 News), Amel Larrieux (Entertainer), Dr. William Pollard (Medgar Evers College), Herm Edwards (NY Jets), Nayaba Arinde (Amsterdam News), La-Verna Fountain (Columbia University), Lillian Roberts (DC37), Desiree Dancy (New York Times), Greg Floyd (Local 237), Rev. Al Sharpton (National Action Network), and many others.

Nathaniel Jones, Oprah Winfrey, Quincy Jones, Sidney Poitier, and W.E.B. DuBois

NAACP activist and leader, Dr. Hazel N. Dukes to be awarded a Springarn Award.

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NATIONAL

NAACP calls on president for STUDENT DEBT RELIEF

The NAACP sent an open letter to President Joe Biden emphasizing the urgent need for comprehensive student debt relief and calling for him to fulfill his promises to the Black community.

NAACP President & CEO, Derrick Johnson, released the following statement:

"Once again, Black America's needs have been deprioritized by the leaders we depend on. We will not silently stand by as Black folks and our most pressing needs are used as bargaining chips in political negotiations. It is imperative that the Black community receives the student debt relief we were promised. Collectively attaining the generational wealth that we have long been denied depends on it. Let me be very clear - even if the Supreme Court issues an unfavorable ruling, the Biden Administration is still on the hook to deliver. The NAACP remains steadfast in demanding meaningful progress in this vital area on behalf of Black America. We'll stop at nothing to ensure that we can all thrive."

NAACP National Director of Youth and College, Wisdom Cole, said of the letter: "I've traveled across the country, engaging with young, Black voters who are mobilized and determined. Through my conversations, I've heard one resounding

demand from them: 'We want to be debt free in 2023!' It's time for the President and his leaders to recognize the urgency of this matter and take decisive action to ensure that the burden of student loan debt is alleviated for the Black community. Young voters have repeatedly shown up and delivered for this Administration — they expect a return on their investment of time and passion. One thing is clearfailure is not an option."

Excerpts from the letter include:  "Given the Administration's stated

focus on equity, it is disappointing that narrowing the racial wealth gap was not given a higher priority. Education debt results from the high cost of aspiration, and Black Americans' core belief in attaining the American Dream. Yet, the lack of generational wealth, predatory lending practices that increase the high cost of financing education, and other factors create barriers to economic success."

On Tuesday, June 20th, NAACP National

Director of Youth & College Wisdom Cole and Center for Responsible Lending Director of Federal Campaigns Jaylon Herbin, along with other student debt advocacy leaders will host a press conference calling on the Biden Administration and other elected leaders to follow through on their promise to deliver student debt relief. The press conference comes on the heels of the Association sending a letter to the Administration outlining their frustration with the outcome of the recent debt ceiling negotiations.

The NAACP advocates, agitates, and litigates for the civil rights due to Black America. Our legacy is built on the foundation of grassroots activism by the biggest civil rights pioneers of the 20th century and is sustained by 21st century activists. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and Congress, our network of members across the country works to secure the social and political power that will end race-based discrimination. That work is rooted in racial equity, civic engagement, and supportive policies and institutions for all marginalized people. We are committed to a world without racism where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities.

EPA PLEDGES $115M TO SUPPORT WATER INFRASTRUCTURE REPAIRS

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced its decision to provide $115 million to support water infrastructure investments within the City of Jackson. The long-term investment from the federal government comes on the heels of a disastrous water crisis that left thousands of Jackson residents without safe drinking water as a result of neglectful state policies.

"Let me be clear - there is no racial justice without environmental justice. That's why the NAACP is overjoyed by today's announcement from the EPA The decision to finally invest in Jackson's infrastructure is a long overdue win made possible by the Association's tireless advocacy efforts in collaboration with Jackson residents and our allies on the ground," said NAACP President & CEO, Derrick Johnson. "We thank EPA Administrator Regan and the Biden Administration for stepping up when our state leaders refused to. While this journey is far from over, this investment represents a pivotal step towards clean drinking water for all. It's a great day to be in Jackson."

Over the past year, the NAACP has worked closely with leaders and residents in Jackson to address the State of Mississippi's gross mishandling of the water crisis and the history of inequities that caused it. In September 2022, the NAACP filed a Title VI Complaint for Investigation of the state's discriminatory allotment of federal funds which resulted in a federal civil rights investigation.

"Far too often, governmental leadership has failed to make tangible environmental investments in our communities, resulting in devastating, and sometimes tragic outcomes for Black families," said NAACP Director of Environmental and Climate Justice, Abre' Conner  "The announcement of this funding from the EPA makes it clear that the Biden Administration is committed to finding innovative ways to demonstrate what investments in places like Jackson should entail. The fight for clean water is far from over, but today's news provides a beacon of hope for our future."

Late last year, Abre' testified before Congress, providing expert analysis of the neglect and disinvestment in Jackson and the broader, national implications of infrastructure failures. NAACP leaders continue to monitor the recovery process in collaboration with Jackson Mayor Chokwe Lumumba and EPA Administrator Michael Regan and ensure that the community is aware of the progress and decisions made.

The NAACP advocates, agitates, and litigates for the civil rights due to Black America. Our legacy is built on the

foundation of grassroots activism by the biggest civil rights pioneers of the 20th century and is sustained by 21st century activists. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and Congress, our network of members across the country works to secure the social and political power that will end race-based discrimination. That work is rooted in racial equity, civic engagement, and supportive policies and institutions for all marginalized people. We are committed to a world without racism where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities.

- NAACP President & CEO, Derrick Johnson

"LET ME BE CLEAR - THERE IS NO RACIAL JUSTICE WITHOUT ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE.”

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AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL FUND ANNOUNCES 2023 GRANTS

In recognition of Juneteenth, the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, announced $3.8 million in grant funding to protect and preserve 40 sites representing African American history. With more than $95 million raised, the Action Fund is the largest resource dedicated to the preservation of African American historic places. “The Action Fund’s investment in and celebration of 40 historic African American places illustrates our belief that historic preservation plays an important role in American society,” said Brent Leggs, Executive Director, African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund and Senior Vice President, National Trust for Historic Preservation “The history embodied in these places is emblematic of generational aspirations for freedom, the pursuit of education, a need for beauty and architecture, and joys of social life and community bonds. That’s why the Action Fund believes all Americans must see themselves and our shared history in this year’s grantee list if we are to create a culturally conscious nation.”

Since 2017, the Action Fund has received an unprecedented total of 5,638 funding proposals requesting $655 million. The program has supported 242 grantee projects through its investment of $20M. “The Action Fund and the local preservationists it supports across the nation are leading crucial work to protect and promote undervalued places and stories that are an essential part of our shared American history,” said Justin Garrett Moore, program officer for the

Humanities in Place program at the Mellon Foundation “Grants supporting projects designed by Black architects and at HBCUs will better acknowledge

“Our understanding of modernism in the United States will remain incomplete until we recognize the extraordinary contributions of Black architects and

The Action Fund’s 2023 list of grantees’ expand the American story by including sites like: Idlewild’s Hotel Casa Blanca (MI), Calfee Training School (VA), Watts Happening Cultural Center (CA), McAfee Swimming Pool (KS), Dew Drop Inn (LA) and more.

As our nation honors Emancipation and Juneteenth, the Action Fund asks the public to learn more about these sites, consider donating to their specific fundraising needs and make certain the full American story is told.

Together, we can honor the contributions of those who came before us while ensuring that future generations can connect with their roots, draw inspiration and lessons from the past, and appreciate the cultural, architectural, and social legacies of the world they will inhabit.

the power and creativity of those who have shaped and stewarded spaces and experiences that build more just communities. By elevating these places through much-needed organizational capacity, technical assistance, capital funding, and programming, these projects will help tell a fuller American story.”

New to this year’s list is a targeted focus on conserving modernist structures designed by Black architects. In its first grant round, eight historic structures will receive $1.2M to help advance long-term preservation planning. This funding is part of the Conserving Black Modernism partnership led by the Action Fund with support from the Getty Foundation

designers, whose buildings speak to the experience of Black communities in this era,” said Joan Weinstein, Director of the Getty Foundation “These grants will preserve important sites, deliver training to the people who care for them, and reveal new stories for all of us about the talents and resiliency of Black architects in twentieth century America.”

The preservation of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) across the country is also a focus of this year’s grant announcement. Through the Action Fund’s HBCU Cultural Heritage Stewardship Initiative, six HBCUs will receive nearly $700,000 funding to ensure the protection of their cultural assets.

With amounts ranging from $50K to $150K, Action Fund grants support preservation efforts across four categories:

 BUILDING CAPITAL : Supporting the restoration and rehabilitation of cultural assets important to Black history

 INCREASING ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY : Providing leadership staff positions within nonprofits stewarding Black heritage sites

 PROJECT PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT : Funding planning activities tied to the development of preservation plans, feasibility studies, and fundraising

 PROGRAMMING AND EDUCATION : Advancing storytelling through public education and creative interpretation

BEST AND WORST STATES FOR WORKING DADS STUDY RELEASED

The personal-finance website WalletHub has released its report on 2023’s Best & Worst States for Working Dads, as well as expert commentary.

In order to help dads balance their dual role as parent and provider, WalletHub compared the 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia across 23 key indicators of friendliness toward working dads. The data set ranges from

the average length of the work day for men to child-care costs to the share of men in good or better health.

51. New Mexico

BEST VS. WORST

 South Dakota has the lowest unemployment rate for dads with kids aged 0 to 17, 1.20 percent, which is 3.2 times lower than in West Virginia, the highest at 3.83 percent.

 Massachusetts has the lowest male uninsured rate, 3.40 percent, which is 5.4 times lower than in Texas, the highest at 18.40 percent.

 South Dakota has the lowest average annual early child-care costs (adjusted for median family income), 5.72 percent, which is 2.4 times lower than in New York, the highest at 13.48 percent.

 Hawaii has the lowest share of men who couldn’t afford to see a doctor in the past year because of costs, 4.60 percent, which is three times lower than in Georgia, the highest at 13.80 percent.

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COMMENTARY A WARNING TO ALL: FLORIDA IS HOME TO HATE

-- By LEON W. RUSSELL Chairman of the NAACP Board of Directors

Recently my home state of Florida has been at the center of heated debates. We have faced a devastating neartotal abortion ban, new laws further restricting trans rights, a war against immigrants, and extensive efforts to remove DEI programs and Black history curricula from our schools. Our state's so-called leaders' unrelenting assaults on fundamental rights have made Black residents and visitors alike feel unwelcome and unsafe in our state.

The NAACP is committed to ensuring that Florida is a place where Black Floridians can exist freely and have every opportunity to thrive. Unfortunately, that is not a reality right now under Governor Ron DeSantis' thumb. He has proven that his Florida poses a threat to our lives and livelihood. We refuse to allow his vision for Florida, and this nation, to become our reality. Our travel advisory is an effort to put the country on notice — if you are Black, if you are a woman, if you are an immigrant, if you are part of the LGBTQ+ community — be aware that your life, your full being, is not valued by Florida's so-called leaders.

As Americans, we encounter advisories every day to help us stay informed and stay safe. For example, we use simple television and movie advisories to protect our families and children from content that might threaten their well-being. In the same fashion, our advisory, informed by concerns raised by Black Floridians themselves, openly disclosed that Florida is hostile toward not only

Black people but also to other people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and especially women. We want the entire country to be wide awake and fully aware of what they may encounter if they visit.

Since he took office, Ron DeSantis

economy of billions of dollars and countless jobs as DeSantis targets corporations that have spoken up to defend our community. Just last month, Disney canceled plans for a major investment in the state, calling the Governor "anti-business" and "antiFlorida." Reports show that Disney

no longer safe, let alone an affirming place for their daughter. In a recent interview, Dwyane affirmed what many Floridians know to be true: "My family would not be accepted or feel comfortable there."

Black Floridians are under attack from our own state government, and those in elected positions of power have their eyes set on making their version of "success" in this state a reality across the country.

The NAACP's travel advisory served as a spotlight on the lack of support and respect that Black Floridians receive. We uplifted the struggles of Black Floridians and the potential dangers that Black people, women, and other vulnerable communities may face due to this hateful leadership.

The sun now shines bright on the future of Black Floridians because of the NAACP's travel advisory. People are awake and ready to take action to make sure that we can reverse the hate-filled course. People are more ready than ever to support Black businesses, residents, and students because DeSantis' attack on us is clear and understood.

has been on a mission to control and restrict freedom of expression and fundamental liberties. Through his legislative agenda, he has created an environment that is unsafe, particularly for Black Americans. The administration's efforts cater to the gun lobby, bans essential reproductive healthcare, limits immigrants' rights, and pushed legislation that puts trans people in harm's way.  Recently, these harmful policies have gone even further, robbing our

planned to invest $1 billion, which would have undoubtedly helped create more jobs. Floridians are paying the price for these dangerous and illadvised policies.

Corporations are not the only ones leaving Florida – families across the state have made the difficult decision to leave in search of greater safety and support. Earlier this year, Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union explained that they decided to leave Florida because the state was

The NAACP's highest priority has been, and always will be, the betterment of Black people. We cannot stand for DeSantis' vision for Florida, which he sees as his blueprint for America. We call on people across the country to listen to the needs of Black Floridians – knowing that they are, in fact, the needs of all of Black America – and join us in our continued fight for equality and freedom. Join your local NAACP branch as we work against hate-based policies to create a sustainable and equitable future.

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ENTERTAINMENT

‘BET AMPLIFIED’ ARTIST FOR JUNE 2023 NAMED

BET names Grammy Award-Winning Roc Nation musician Ambré as its BET Amplified Artist for June. BET Amplified is BET Music's stamp of approval for the next big thing in music. As BET celebrates Black Music Month and Pride Month, the brand is proud to amplify powerful and talented up-and-coming Black artists that are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, and Ambré is no exception.

From being discovered on Soundcloud back in 2014 to her most recently acclaimed 2022 release, 3000°, the New Orleans-bred musician’s rocketship to success shows no signs of stopping anytime soon. The Grammy® Awardwinning songwriter recently garnered her first Billboard No. 1 on the Adult R&B Airplay chart with her single “I’m Baby” featuring British singer/songwriter Jvck James. If you didn’t catch Ambré headlining her Wild Magnolia Tour, you may have seen her performing at Essence Festival or heard her music featured on the HBO hit series “Insecure.” And now, fans won’t have to wait long for new music from the R&B sensation with the upcoming June release of her much-anticipated project, “Who’s Loving You” – which is sure to be a top contender for the album of the summer!

Ambré can now also add BET Amplified Artist to her list of accolades. As a BET Amplified artist, Ambré will receive BET Music’s support across multiple BET campaigns and platforms. Previous BET

Amplified artists include Armani White, Babyface Ray, Coco Jones, DIXSON, Doechii, Glorilla, HDBeenDop, Ice Spice, Kalan.FrFr, Lakeyah, Larry June, Lehla Samia, Lola Brooke, Muni Long, Nardo Wick, Tone Stith, and more!

Born and raised in the melting pot that birthed jazz music, this self-taught musician, producer, and writer has crafted an amazing work of art dedicated to her city – the aptly titled 3000°. The EP’s name initially came about as an ode to the classic projects from two New Orleans legends, Juvenile’s 400 Degreez, and Lil Wayne’s 500 Degreez. It also signifies the city’s traditionally hot climate, especially during the summer months.

“I’ve never felt as much at peace with a body of work that I’ve made as I have with this project,” Ambré – who was discovered on Soundcloud following her first release in 2014 – said of her EP. “Everything is perfect, all the stars have aligned… and that’s because of the intention that I put behind it, along with what everyone else who worked on it put behind it. It was made with love, and we made it for New Orleans.”  3000° is an 8-song letter of love to all the people, places and feelings that encompass the ‘504.’ Beginning with the song “3-Peat,” Ambré speaks about the success of her two previous releases –2015’s Wanderlust and 2019’s Pulp – and how her fans and critics are anticipating another album of the same caliber.

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AFROPUNK BROOKLYN ANNOUNCES NEW HEADLINERS THE ARTS

AFROPUNK  is a global movement, exploring all aspects of Black culture with events across multiple states and continents, but Brooklyn remains its home. Celebrating great music and vibrant culture in its home borough once again, AFROPUNK announces the lineup for AFROPUNK BROOKLYN 2023. Debuting at a new venue, Greenpoint Terminal Market, with an accompanying new theme, AFROPUNK BROOKLYN recruits two brand new headliners: iconic R&B singer & songwriter Jazmine Sullivan, makes her AFROPUNK headliner debut, where she will flex her astounding vocal muscles and perform music from her award-winning project Heaux Tales, while game-changing producer Flying Lotus will bring his cosmic live show to the historic waterfront. With additional performances from some of the most vital artists in music today, AFROPUNK returns to Brooklyn on August 26-27, 2023 at Greenpoint Terminal Market

In addition to this year’s masterful headliners, AFROPUNK BROOKLYN 2023 promises a lineup full of some of the hottest artists in music today. The lineup runs a wide range of styles, welcoming Hip-Hop artists including Brooklyn’s own Joey Bada$$, as well as Vince Staples, Toby Nwigwe, and Baby Tate, acclaimed jazz singler Madison McFerrin, NY rap vets the Beatnuts, trailblazing singers like Sudan Archives, Durand Bernarr, Dreamer Isioma,

and the Brooklyn-born Iniko, South African amapiano producer DBN Gogo, and many, many more.

This year, AFROPUNK BROOKLYN debuts a brand new venue: Greenpoint Terminal Market. Located on the banks of the East River, with unbeatable views of the Manhattan skyline, Greenpoint Market provides a picturesque location for the performances and trademark AFROPUNK activations, including the Spinthrift Market and AFROPUNK's Bites 'n Beats AFROPUNK will transform the space, adding lawns, trees, and other shade structures to allow for a soothing and soulful day outside. This year’s event in Brooklyn will introduce a

new theme–CIRCUS OF SOUL–transforming the riverside blacktop into a carnivalesque exhibition that spotlights all aspects of Black creativity, soundtracked by music that speaks to the heart of the Black experience. Expect many more activations, showcasing the artistry of local vendors and more, to be announced soon.

AFROPUNK is more than just an event, it's a celebration of life, music, food, and culture in the Black community. AFROPUNK has established a legacy as a safe space for Black alternative culture, offering a haven for attendees to show up as their most authentic selves. The end result of which is always a stunning community of people who respect, admire, and care for one another; it’s an experience unlike any other. Brooklyn is AFROPUNK's home–where it started in 2004–reliably turning out the most creative individuals in the borough to dress up and turn up.

In 2022, AFROPUNK made a triumphant return to NYC with AFROPUNK BROOKLYN 2022, the first edition of the organization's flagship event in over three years. Headlined by Burna Boy and The Roots, last year’s AFROPUNK BROOKLYN brought additional performances from the likes of Earl Sweatshirt, Tierra Whack, Isaiah Rashad, Lucky Daye, Doechii, Freddie Gibbs, Adekunle Gold, and many more.

AFROPUNK's celebration of all aspects of Black culture continued this past winter,

with AFROPUNK + Lincoln Center: Black HERSTORY Live, a two-day takeover of Lincoln Center celebrating Black women and their contribution to arts and culture, featuring performances from artists like india.arie, UMI, and Danielle Ponder, plus poetry, dance, and more. Black HERSTORY Live continued the momentum from an ambitious 2022, which included Planet AFROPUNK Live events in Miami, Minneapolis, and Bahia, Brazil. With AFROPUNK BROOKLYN 2023 on the calendar and more announcements to come, AFROPUNK is one of the most vital and vibrant cultural institutions in New York City and beyond.

To purchase tickets for this year’s two-day event, please visit: here. For updates about AFROPUNK BROOKLYN 2023, please join our text community, sign-up for our newsletter and visit: https://afropunk.com/ festival/brooklyn/

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WHAT’S A CREDIT SCORE AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT

Your credit score is a number that tells a story of who you are as a customer. The good news is that understanding how it works and monitoring it can help you take control of the story over time.

Credit scores are determined by agencies called credit bureaus and are based on your accounts you have opened, and how and when you pay down debt. When you apply for credit, lenders check your credit score, credit report, credit history and other items to decide whether they will approve your request, and then how much they can offer you and what interest rate you will pay. Because of that, credit scores are important for your overall financial health.

Here are 5 key tips to help you make the most of your score and build it over time:

Learn your number. Knowing your credit score is the first step. There are many free credit check tools available that work by doing a ‘soft pull’ that won’t affect your score. One example is Credit Journey by Chase. You can also request your credit report from all three credit bureaus for free once a year. The Federal Trade Commission – a government agency that supports consumer rights—offers more information at https://consumer. ftc.gov. You can also visit www.annualcreditreport.com

Know how your score is calculated. There are six key areas that make up a credit score:

 your payment history

 how much you owe on your debts or balances

 new accounts or credit opened

 credit checks

 available credit

 and your credit history or how long you have kept an account open.

These factors determine your score and influence any changes, however the most important one is making payments on time, which accounts for about 40% of the score.

Build your credit. Scores can range from 300 to 850. According to the credit bureaus, a score of about 700 is considered “good”. To build your score, pay bills on time and consider setting up automatic payments. If possible, pay down any debt you can, and only apply for accounts you need.

Prepare for large purchases. If you are getting ready to make a large purchase and plan to apply for new credit, such as a home or car loan, review your credit report and score to help you apply with confidence. Credit scores and credit history help lenders determine how much credit they will offer and at what interest rate. Sometimes, scores also can be affected by inaccuracies on your report, so checking ahead of time will help you identify and resolve potential issues before a lender does a credit check.

Only apply for credit when you need to. When you apply for new credit, lenders do a “hard pull”—which means getting access to your full report— which may cause your score to decrease. However, if you use credit monitoring tools, it results in a “soft” pull of information and does not impact your score.

To access free information, tools and resources to help support your financial health, visit www.chase.com/financialgoals.

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EDUCATION

YOUTH ACADEMY SPONSORED BY BLACKS IN ENERGY

COMCAST GRANT TO TRAIN STUDENTS IN DIGITAL SKILLS

Comcast Corporation today announced a new $4.5 million, three-year grant to Per Scholas, a leading national nonprofit advancing economic equity through tech training and career building. The investment will enable more than 10,000 diverse adults across 15 markets to launch new tech careers, empowering individuals from lowwealth communities to earn a collective $450 million in new wages alone. Notably, the funding will also support Per Scholas expansion to three new markets in need of skilled technologists for digital economies — allowing for even greater community impact.

“The key to closing the digital divide goes beyond just mere access to the Internet,” said Dalila WilsonScott, EVP and Chief Diversity Officer for Comcast Corporation & President of the Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation “With nearly one-third of U.S. workers lacking the basic digital skills needed to function and compete in our increasingly digital job market, we need urgent focus on digital literacy and technical skilling — particularly in communities of color. By continuing our partnership with Per Scholas, we are helping to produce measurable outcomes that will create a more prepared and inclusive workforce and better ensure that no community is left behind.”

Since 2021, the Per ScholasComcast partnership has resulted in more than 2,500 trained learners across a dozen markets, empowering nearly 1,700 graduates to launch tech careers, generating more than $76 million in collective new earnings. Through this new three-year grant and market expansion, Per Scholas learners

will graduate from the “10,000 Accessible Careers in Tech” program equipped with in-demand technical and professional skills that prepares them to succeed in technology careers, with in-house support to identify employment opportunities during and post-graduation. Per Scholas current training tracks include AWS re/Start, Cybersecurity, IT Support, Java Development, and Software Engineering.

“Comcast continually helps Per Scholas unlock potential, building a future of unlimited possibilities,” said Plinio Ayala, President and CEO of Per Scholas “Our partnership is powerful — Comcast is investing in communities, ensuring digital skills are ubiquitous across America, and hiring Per Scholastrained technologists. Because of Comcast’s support, we just celebrated our inaugural graduation in Indianapolis, and I’m looking forward to making impact together in cities and communities that could benefit most from Per Scholas’s nationally-recognized, proven tech skills training.”

The 15 markets where the Per Scholas-Comcast partnership is making a difference every day include Atlanta, Baltimore, Greater Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Indianapolis, Orlando, the National Capital Region, Newark, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Seattle, New York, and two new cities to be announced soon. The Per Scholas grant announcement is part of a $25 million comprehensive funding initiative specifically targeted at creating economic opportunity through digital skills building in 2023, and Project UP, Comcast’s $1 billion commitment to help advance digital equity and build

a future of unlimited possibilities.

 ABOUT COMCAST CORPORATION

Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver worldclass broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences.

 ABOUT PER SCHOLAS

For more than 25 years, Per Scholas has been advancing equity and increasing opportunity across America. Per Scholas unlocks potential for individuals,

communities, and employers through rigorous training for careers in tech. Partnering with dynamic employer partners, from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we are building sustainable and diverse talent pipelines, together changing the face of tech. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and growing, Per Scholas offers tuition-free training in the most in-demand tech skills, including Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, more than 20,000 individuals have gained the skills to launch high-growth tech careers, earning three times their pre-training wage. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is in our DNA: 85 percent of learners are people of color, two in five are women, and more than half have a high school diploma as their highest education credential. Learn more by visiting PerScholas. org and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube

Continuing their commitment to education, Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), sponsored the second Youth Energy Academy. The event was in partnership with the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) - Florida chapter, and Path to College.

FPL’s Youth Energy Academy helps provide transformational learning opportunities for diverse students and expose them to science, technology, engineering and math learning.

Photo Credit: Black PR Wire

Photo Credit: Black PR Wire

Photo Credit: Black PR Wire

HEALTH

PETCO PARTNERS WITH SNOOP DOGG TO PROMOTE PET CARE

Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc. (Nasdaq: WOOF) has announced it has teamed up with hip-hop legend and devoted pet parent Snoop Dogg for a new advertising campaign that spotlights the value Petco offers when it comes to caring for pets' whole health. The campaign is the latest iteration of the brand's long-standing "It's What We'd Want If We Were Pets" platform, which personifies pets with human actors to affirm Petco's commitment to delivering them the same quality of care as any other member of the family.

The campaign's hero 30-second spot, "DOGG WALK," features the rapper as the human version of a Doberman Pinscher, aptly reminiscent of the breed Snoop famously transformed into in the video for his top hit "Who Am I? (What's My Name?)" on his 1993 debut album, "Doggystyle." In the film, Snoop's familiar pet persona is the epitome of health thanks to the high-quality — yet wallet-friendly — nutrition, supplies and care he gets from Petco. In two accompanying shorter spots, Snoop confirms that dogs like him — and the Doberman — love a good deal and can always sniff them out.

"We recognize that pet parents want to get the most for their dollars and are seeking compelling deals for high-quality products wherever they can. With this campaign we wanted to have some fun while reinforcing that no pet parent should ever have to compromise on the quality of their pets' care in return for a good deal — that whatever their budget, they can continue to give their pets the same high-quality care they'd want for themselves or any other member of their family," said Katie Nauman, Petco's Chief Marketing Officer "Seeing this value through the eyes of the ultimate dog and dog dad — 'Tha Doggfather' himself — Snoop Dogg gives pet parents a fresh perspective on our comprehensive health and wellness offering at a value they can feel good about."

Driven by its mission to improve the lives of pets and pet parents, Petco's 360-degree pet health and wellness ecosystem — which includes differentiated products, pet wellness services, veterinary care, and membership offerings — provides pet parents with value and ease so they can continue giving their pets the best care possible.

"When it comes to shopping for my pets, I choose stuff for them I'd choose for myself. My pets gotta look good, feel good, smell good," said Snoop Dogg "But it's hard to know how to keep our pets healthy and happy when they can't tell us what they need. When I shop at Petco, it's all there, even my own pet line, Snoop Doggie Doggs. They have great experts and great deals, so I can relax and trust that my pets are always fresh and getting the best at a fair price. Now that's value."

A long-time pet parent and grandparent to dogs, cats and reptiles, Snoop Dogg is also sharing a curated, shoppable list of his favorite "Petco Picks" that support pet health and wellness and his personal lifestyle. Available now at petco.com, products include toys, treats, grooming supplies, and items from Snoop's own pet wear brand, Snoop Doggie Doggs, which will become available at Petco pet care centers nationally in August.

 Snoop Dogg's Petco Picks:

 "Munchies" — tasty treats to satisfy cravings: WholeHearted Peanut Butter Training Treats and Crazy Dog Mini Pizza

Treats

 "Ride on Out" — travel gear for comfort, safety and style: EveryYay Road Trippin' Car Hammock and Sherpa Deluxe Travel Pet Carrier

 "Chillaxin at Home" — beds, bowls and toys for your crib: EveryYay Snooze Fest Bed, Snoop Doggie Doggs Off the Chain Bowl, Deluxe Chain Steering Wheel Pet Toy

 "Stay Fresh" — grooming to keep them clean and feeling good: Well & Good Cucumber Melon Deodorizing Wipes, Pride+Groom Dog Shampoo and Pride+Groom Dog Conditioner

 "Game-Day Fits" — apparel to match your style: Snoop Doggie Doggs Halftime Jersey, Snoop Doggie Doggs Boss Lady Jersey, and Snoop Doggie Doggs Off the Chain Hoodie, Snoop Doggie Doggs Off the Chain Collar

Pet parents can get even more value on everyday purchases when they sign up for Petco's Vital Care membership. The program includes free and paid tiers to make it more convenient, accessible, and affordable for pet parents to leverage every resource available at Petco, whether it's at more than 1,500 pet care centers, on Petco. com or in the Petco app. Benefits include grooming perks, exclusive discounts, dedicated tools, resources and more. Vital Care members can also earn double points and hold rewards longer with Petco Pay, Petco's private label credit card. Visit petco. com/vitalcare to learn more and sign up.

The new campaign, developed in partnership with creative agency Droga5, part of Accenture Song, will run through the end of this year across multiple platforms, including TV, OLV and digital, along with social content leveraging Snoop's Petco Picks and behind-the-scenes footage of Snoop and pets, including his thoughts on being a dog dad.

To learn more about Snoop's Petco picks and how Petco helps pet parents provide better quality care at a great value, visit petco.com/pet-picks-by-snoop

 About Petco, The Health + Wellness Co.: Founded in 1965, Petco is a categorydefining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and our own Petco partners. We've consistently set new standards in pet care while delivering comprehensive pet wellness products, services and solutions, and creating communities that deepen the pet-pet parent bond. We operate more than 1,500 pet care centers across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, which offer merchandise, companion animals, grooming, training and a growing network of on-site veterinary hospitals and mobile veterinary clinics. Our complete pet health and wellness ecosystem is accessible through our pet care centers and digitally at petco.com and on the Petco app. In tandem with Petco Love (formerly the Petco Foundation), an independent nonprofit organization, we work with and support thousands of local animal welfare groups across the country and, through in-store adoption events, we've helped find homes for nearly 7 million animals.

 About Snoop Dogg

Calvin "Snoop Dogg" Cordozar Broadus Jr. is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, record producer, DJ, media personality, and business mogul. As an award-winning artist, Snoop Dogg has released 19 studio albums, sold over 30-million albums worldwide, reached

No. 1 countless times on Billboard charts internationally, and received 20 GRAMMY® nominations. Snoop has also established himself as a venerated businessman, Snoop Dogg has made several investments and endorsements spanning the lifestyle, food/beverage, and cannabis industries working with top-tier brands including Beyond Meat, Bic, The General Insurance, Corona, and others.

In November 2015, Snoop Dogg announced his new brand of cannabis products, Leafs By Snoop. Additionally, Snoop Dogg established a multi-year partnership with 19 Crimes to release a line of wines inspired by the convicts-turned-colonists who built Australia. He has a clothing store called Snoopy's Clothing that is located across from SoFi stadium which sold out of "Snoop On The Stoop" on its first day in stock. And in 2022, Snoop Dogg launched his own cereal brand with Master P called "Snoop Cereal" and a line of luxury scarves with his family, called Broadus Collection, that is sold on broaduscollection.com and launched his own pet line called Snoop Doggie Doggs

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, concerning expectations, beliefs, plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical fact. Although Petco believes that the expectations and assumptions reflected in these statements are reasonable, there can be no assurance that these expectations will prove to be correct. Forward-looking statements are subject to many risks and uncertainties, including the risk factors that Petco identifies in its Securities and Exchange Commission filings, and actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in such forward-looking statements.

Petco undertakes no duty to update publicly any forward-looking statement that it may make, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as may be required by applicable law, regulation, or other competent legal authority.

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Cautionary Note Regarding ForwardLooking Statements

Source: Petco

SPRITE SUMMER CAMPAIGN HONORS HIP-HOP-50TH

Sprite – a brand that has championed hip-hop culture for more than 35 years – will celebrate the groundbreaking genre’s 50th anniversary this summer with a buzzworthy TV spot starring a crew of living legends and rising stars, a new limited-edition flavor, sponsorship of one of the year’s most anticipated concert tours and a series of exclusive merch and experience drops.

Nas, Rakim, Latto and GloRilla will star in fresh Sprite creative paying tribute to the past, present and future of hiphop. A remix of The Sugarhill Gang’s “Rapper’s Delight” – the first-ever hiphop song to hit the Billboard Top 40 –is infused with memorable bars from the cast of old-schoolers and contemporary artists and anchors the campaign with a rapping, time-traveling love letter to the music that has shaped popular culture over the last five decades.

A.P. Chaney, Creative Director for Sprite North America, said the brand’s longstanding hip-hop credentials are unmatched. “Our resume speaks for itself,” Chaney said. “Sprite took a chance on hip-hop before it was cool, and has always been of the culture, not only for the culture. We’ve shown up for both moments big and small, amplifying the endless possibilities of the nowomnipresent hip-hop lifestyle and its profound impact on music, sports and fashion. So, it’s only fitting that we pay homage to all hip-hop has been, is and will be.”

Just as the campaign will honor hiphop history, the new limited-time-only (LTO) Sprite Lymonade Legacy is a remixed nod to the OG crisp, lemon-lime refresher. Sprite’s take on strawberry lemonade, which was inspired by fan

requests on social media, offers a delicious combination of tried-and-true and something new. The LTO flavor will be available in a range of packages at retailers nationwide, and exclusively in fountain and frozen formats at 7-Eleven stores.

“Our ‘Summer of Drops’ focuses on our fans’ passion points – music, fashion, art and entertainment – and draws inspiration from sneakerhead drop culture,” said Aaliyah Shafiq Ely, VP, Sparkling Flavors Category. “The diverse array of prizes offers something for

OBEYING THIRST AND THE VERSE FOR 37 YEARS

Sprite’s ties to hip-hop date back to 1986, when rapper Kurtis Blow was cast in the “Now More Than Ever” spot, becoming one of the first hip-hop artists featured in a national, mainstream ad. The commercial inspired the “I Like The Sprite In You” ads featuring popular artists like LL Cool J and Kris Kross The 90s brought a deeper dive into the genre with the “Obey Your Thirst” campaign starring Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth, A Tribe Called Quest and Grand Puba (who reportedly coined the slogan “Obey Your Thirst” during a rehearsal). Legendary rapper – and star of this summer’s campaign – Nas made his Sprite debut alongside AZ on the stoop in 1997. Sprite advertising in the aughts embraced hip-hop’s next generation of stars.

Original Sprite and Sprite Lymonade Legacy packaging will feature a fresh design celebrating 50 years of hip-hop. The look takes cues from summer and the crisp, refreshing taste of Sprite, as well as boomboxes, studio mixers and other tech tools synonymous with hiphop’s journey.

Fans can scan on-pack QR codes on both products throughout the summer to access digital “drop shops” with hundreds of giveaways. Prizes include exclusive content featuring Latto and Rakim and covetable merch including autographed Nas hats, GloRilla tour tees, a Latto gold mic, and Rakim directorial slates from the TVC shoot.

everyone to get excited about, and our overall campaign is the latest example of Sprite responding to what fans want with both experiences and products.”  Premier experiential giveaways include Rolling Loud Lifetime Passes and meetand-greet tickets for Drake’s “It’s All A Blur” summer tour, which will feature Sprite as the lead beverage sponsor. Drake has partnered with Sprite for more than a decade, starting with the "Spark" multinational campaign in 2012 – his first worldwide deal – and continuing with 2015’s “Obey Your Verse.” The 57-date arena tour marks the hip-hop megastar’s first series of concerts in five years.

In 2013, “Obey Your Verse” celebrated the artistry of 2Pac, Missy Elliott, J. Cole, Drake and Rakim by decorating Sprite cans with some of their most inspirational lyrics. Rakim, who also stars in this summer’s campaign, first appeared in a Sprite ad with 2016’s “Obey Your Verse – Lyrical Collection” spot.

Sprite’s support of the creators and arbiters of hip-hop continued with 2021’s virtual “Live From The Label” concert series featuring Latto – also in this summer’s campaign – as well as Saweetie, Jack Harlow and more.

Visit Sprite.com and follow the brand on Instagram for more details on the summer campaign.

100 BLACK MEN OF EASTERN NEW YORK “ MAKING A DIFFERENCE ”

The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. is affectionately known as “The Organization That Makes A Difference” is making a substantial difference in Downstate, New York. The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. covers Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn and slices of the Bronx and Staten Island, is the latest addition to 100 Black Men of America, a national association with more than 100 chapters.

The mission of the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York is to serve the African American community in Eastern New York in the areas of Education, Health and Wellness, Advocacy, Mentoring, community Development, Leadership Development and Economic Empowerment.

The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. was formed to address the current issues of our day in our community, and to build upon the illustrious foundation of the men who paved the way for a more just, and equitable society. The “100” advocates for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in

all aspects of society. The founders of 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. have a long and lengthy history of service and commitment to downstate, New York.

Our goal is to bring together a variety of men from diverse backgrounds who are committed to the community and have exemplified excellence in their prospective spheres of influence. It is our desire to impact our community in a positive manner and change the narrative by creating greater success. Together we will bring to bear every ounce of our ability to have a positive impact on our problems, challenges, and opportunities, and provide viable solutions.

Phil Andrews, Founding President100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc.

ABOUT : Founding President - The Founding President of the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. has appeared on WABC Here and Now, NBC’s Positively Black, and was featured in Black Enterprise Magazine as a BE Modern Man. He has served

as a Past President of a local chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc. as a two-term president. Mr. Andrews is President of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, New York State’s largest African American Chamber of Commerce.

The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. 501c3 Non-for-Profit organization is membership-based. Follow the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. on Linkedin at: https:// www.linkedin.com/in/100bmeny/

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8 kids a day are accidentally killed or injured by FAMILY FIRE.

FAMILY FIRE is a shooting involving an improperly stored gun, often found in the home.

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