National Action Network Convention Brings Leaders and Activists to New York
By: Bill Allen New York City — The National Action Network convened its 35th annual convention April 8–11 at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel, bringing together community leaders, activists, elected officials and media figures from across the country. The annual gathering serves as a forum for education, information-sharing and strategy development aimed at strengthening communities and advancing social justice nationwide. Founded and led by the Rev. Al Sharpton, th
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The Future of Hair Growth at the Be Well Expo
By: Jill Goldsberry New York City — The Be Well Expo , formerly known as the International Beauty Show, returned to the Javits Center showcasing the latest innovations across the beauty industry with a growing focus on hair care and hair loss solutions. From professional education to emerging products, the expo highlighted advancements aimed at helping consumers retain, regrow and transform their hair. As conversations around women’s hair loss have expanded over the past deca
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WDAS/iHeart Radio Honors Women of Excellence in Philadelphia for 10 Years
By: Bill Allen Philadelphia — For the past decade, WDAS and iHeartRadio have shined a spotlight on remarkable women through their annual Women of Excellence luncheon — a celebration of leadership, resilience and community impact across Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley. This year’s event continued that tradition, bringing together community leaders, business owners, activists and entertainers for an afternoon of recognition and inspiration. Among the honorees was Joanna Mc
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NYABJ Celebrates Women’s Month with “Love the Skin You’re In” Event
By: Stephanie Woods McKinney Sunday, March 29, 2026 — In honor of Women’s Month, the New York Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) hosted a special event titled “Love the Skin You’re In” at one of their favorite gathering spaces, Pubkey. The day was dedicated to pampering, networking, and celebrating the achievements of women within the organization and beyond. The theme for the event was “Shades of Pink,” and it featured a variety of activities designed to promote self-c
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AILEY II, THE NEXT GENERATION OF DANCE
By: NYABJ Staff Ailey II's Xavier Logan in Alvin Ailey's Streams. Photo by Nir Arieli New York City — Ailey II, the acclaimed second company of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, will returned to The Joyce Theater from March 17 to 22 as part of its 2025-26 world tour. Under the direction of Artistic Director Francesca Harper, the company presented eight performances featuring two dynamic programs that highlight both emerging and established choreographers, alongside a classi
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Amazon Celebrates 10 years of its AWS Imagine Nonprofits Conference
By: Bill Allen On March 19, 2026, Amazon Corporation held its 10th annual AWS Imagine Nonprofits Conference at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Baltimore, Maryland. Amazon Web Services Imagine Nonprofits brings together many national companies each year that provide resources or services aimed at benefiting and increasing business and profits, in conjunction with nonprofit representatives. The goal is to network, improve what is working, and potentially make things work better
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Harlem Fashion Week Marks 10 Years of Style and Community
By: Jewel Benton Photos by: Bill Allen, Perception Media Elevation, community and flair were at the heart of this year’s Harlem Fashion Week as attendees gathered at Aloft Harlem to celebrate the event’s 10th year. Flashy runway presentations, a thoughtful panel and vibrant vendor showcases brought together models, designers, media and guests on Sunday, March 16, from 2 p.m. into the evening. Co-founder and creative director Yvonne Jewnell, a jewelry designer who launched th
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