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This Crisis Has No Holiday: Hurricane Sandy in Haïti
If you are having trouble reading this email, you may view the online version A Message from My Good Friend (and Fellow HU Bison) Marie-Yolaine Eusebe… December 2012 Bonjour! During the holiday season, now more than ever, our thoughts turn gratefully to you, our donors and supporters, who have made …
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Far Rockaway and the NYC Marathon
If you are having trouble reading this email, you may view the online version [NOTE: This originally posted via Put On BLAST! (R) and was written the same day the NYC Marathon was called off, but before it was announced.] Oh Sandy, Dear Sandra (Part 1) Far Rockaway and The …
Be Persistent, Yes But…
It is important to be persistent and squarely focused on achieving one’s goals but it is more important to have faith while pursuing those goals. Work motivated by faith is void of anxiety. Nothing kills a well-intentioned plan or idea quite like anxious energy. And it’s annoying.
We got nuttin’ but love for you, Heavy!
Since last night and through this morning I’ve been contemplating the words, “I can’t breathe. I can’t breathe.” Reportedly, those were the last words of the iconic Heavy D. It is said that he was in distress before he died yesterday afternoon. My heart is filled with sadness for his …
“And if you cannot work with love…”
We’re in the last quarter of 2011 and I can’t believe how turbulent it’s been. In this 9th month, I’m looking back at months of loss, death, fatigue, mistakes, and worst of all betrayal by people who I thought were compassionate human beings. I feel as though I was born …
The Monumental 5 Still Need Our Support
AS OF TODAY, THE CHARGES AGAINST THE MONUMENTAL 5 HAVE NOT BEEN DROPPED! Join Us in Supporting the Monumental 5 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2011 at 9:30 am NYS Supreme Court 100 Centre Street Part F, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10013 [click HERE for directions] How It Works: If you …
I’m Keynoting at San Jose State University
social entrepreneur, activist, writer/editor APRIL R. SILVER Founder and President, AKILA WORKSONGS, Inc. Will give the keynote address to incoming freshman at SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY THIS MONDAY AUGUST 29,2011 12 – 2pm Martin Luther King Library One Washington Square San Jose, CA 95192 TOPIC: “Redefining Success: Essential …
“Psychology Today: Stop Publishing Racist & Sexist Articles” (from Change.org)
The following is from Change.org. Go to this link to SIGN THE PETITION. On May 15, 2011, Psychology Today contributor, Satoshi Kanazawa posted an article entitled “Why Are Black Women Less Physically Attractive Than Other Women?” (now removed from their website, but reblogged here). We demand that the Psychology Today …
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Get Rid of “Communication Debt”
Get out of what I call “communication debt.” If you owe someone a return phone call or email, set aside time (every day if you have to) to get ride of those debts. Even if your reply email is to say “It’s going to take a little extra time for …
Why I Don’t Use The Term “Brand”
Words are not simple. Maya Angelou said they are things. They are absorbed by people, they fill up rooms, they settle on furniture. Maybe. Like dust. Further, I believe that words carry spirits and intentions. They are magic in that they have the ability to transform, be it for creative …
I’m Speaking Here > “Remixed and Remastered: Defining and Distributing the Black Image in the Era of Globalization”
This Saturday (April 9, 2011), I will be speaking at the Remixed and Remastered: Defining and Distributing The Black Image in the Era of Globalization conference at the New School in New York City. The panel I’m on is entitled “Developing Brand Identity and Audience with Social Media.” It’s from …
Rev. Al Sharpton and April R. Silver Endorse Rhymefest for Alderman
“We are asking them to get involved and give back. Che is doing that. I am here today because I support Che “Rhymefest” Smith. If he was a negative force, I would not be here today.” ~ Rev. Al Sharpton “Hip hop culture at its best teaches us love of self, …
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I Host a Screening of “I Will Follow” THIS SATURDAY
I am happy to make this special announcement about the film “I Will Follow” and the fact that I’m hosting a screening THIS SATURDAY in New York City at 6pm (all details below). Shout out to ImageNation for doing great work and for helping to market the hell out of …
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Walter Mosley, A Discussion, Reanding & Book Signing (Free in Brooklyn)
An Afternoon with Walter Mosley Discussion, Reading and Book Signing Sunday, March 20, 2011 1:30 p.m. Dweck Center at the Brooklyn Public Library 10 Grand Army Plaza Brooklyn, NY 11228 FREE & OPEN to the public. Best-selling author Walter Mosley, creator of the Easy Rawlins mystery series, and the novels …
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April R. Silver Waives Speaking Fees
Social Entrepreneur • Activist • Writer/Editor APRIL R. SILVER Waives Honorarium through April 3, 2011 * For Women’s History Month and beyond, social entrepreneur, activist, and writer/editor April R. Silver announces that she will waive her speaking fee for select engagements, regardless of location, through April 3, 2011. Silver is …
Technology/Facebook at its Worst!
I missed this one folks. Here’s yet another example of why you should use social media sites, like Facebook, as your back up presence on the Internet. If being recognized in the public arena is an objective of yours, then invest your resources into developing and growing your own email …
Imhotep Gary Byrd Honored as Black Media Legend
From Put On BLAST During the final hours of Black History Month, I send you this wonderful announcement about Imhotep Gary Byrd. I’m thrilled to share the news that he was honored earlier this month by McDonald’s. I’m even more excited to share a few things about this legendary person …
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