Honoring Our Ancestors and Elders
A Celebration of Wisdom, Resilience and Legacy In a society that often overlooks the wisdom and experiences of our elders, it is crucial to recognize and honor the invaluable contributions …
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The Black Community: Demanding More in 2024!
Happy New Year! In this issue, we explore the transformative mindset that defines our approach in 2024. We’re playing chess, not checkers, as we navigate the challenges of institutional racism …
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Atlanta Jazz Delights and Holiday Cheer: Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
Entertainment Review: Atlanta Symphony Hall Excitement filled the air as I approached Atlanta Symphony Hall on Friday, December 8, 2023, for the iconic Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton …
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In Memoriam || Thomas Livsey: A Legacy of Community, History, and Resilience
Honoring the Proud African American Leader Who Preserved the Ragsdale Family History As the pages of history turn, we often come across individuals whose profound impact leaves an indelible mark …
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Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson Unveils Proposed 2024 Budget: Public Feedback Encouraged
Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson presented her proposed budget to guide County spending in 2024 during a briefing to the Board of Commissioners on November 14, 2023. Residents and community stakeholders …
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‘A Taste of Black Gwinnett – Holidays 2023’ in Norcross, Georgia
It’s holiday 2023, and “A Taste of Black Gwinnett – Holiday 2023” is ready to celebrate and showcase Black-owned businesses in Gwinnett County. Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) …
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Finessing Whiteness: Life Duality of Being Black
As an African American, the duality of existence is a constant companion. A world that simultaneously cherishes diversity and succumbs to discrimination has shaped our lives in profound ways. The …
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A Taste of Black Gwinnett Week – August 2023
The Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce is proud to present A Taste of Black Gwinnett Week 2023, a week-long celebration of the rich cultural heritage and entrepreneurial spirit of …
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I AM WOC Conference 2023: Empowering Military Women of Color in Atlanta
The International Association of Military Women of Color (I AM WOC) is set to host its highly anticipated first conference from July 11 to 15, 2023 at Renaissance Concourse Atlanta …
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GCPS Recruiting Bilingual Teachers from Puerto Rico: Detrimental to African American/Black Students
I was reading several articles and watching local Atlanta news broadcasting about Gwinnett County Public Schools diversity recruiter, Rodriguez Johnson, taking a plane to Puerto Rico to hire bilingual teachers …
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