Empowering Black America through Holistic Engagement
 
Author: <span>Rick Wallace, Ph.D., Psy.D.</span>

Self-determination, Unity and Buy Black Alive at the 20th Annual International Locks Conference: Natural Hair, Wholistic Health and Beauty Expo

Self-determination, Unity and Buy Black Alive at the 20th Annual International Locks Conference: Natural Hair, Holistic Health and Beauty Expo Nationwide — Bob Marley wrote and sung a song, “Get up, Stand Up” which encouraged people to be active in the pursuit of peace and justice. Fannie Lou Hammer also urged …

Psychologist Explains Why So Many Black Kids Are “Turning Gay” — And Guess What? Many Agree With What He Has To Say

Psychologist Explains Why So Many Black Kids Are “Turning Gay” — And Guess What? Many Agree With What He Has To Say Nationwide — It’s not a new video. It was actually recorded and posted on YouTube about this time last year. But the video has resurfaced and is going viral …

National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. Holds Special Nationwide Membership Drive

National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. Holds Special Nationwide Membership Drive Nationwide — The National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc., (NHBW) a non-profit organization that works to improve the quality of life, facilitate family preservation, achieve self-empowerment, and promote economic development, is proud to announce its’ 2014 Membership Drive. Celebrating 40 …

Study: Black People are Worse Off Financially Than Any Other Group in America

Study: Black People are Worse Off Financially Than Any Other Group in America By: Staff Blogger The U.S. Census has long been regarded as an accurate barometer of the United States’ demographics and geographical trends. The report, issued every 10 years, is also used to determine government funding and prioritizing …

It’s Time for Black People to Start Practicing Group Economics

It’s Time for Black People to Start Practicing Group Economics  Filed under: Business,Featured | Posted by: Editorial_Staff Courtesy of the African Globe AFRICANGLOBE – Now that the political frenzy of the presidential campaign is completed it is time to state once again that when it comes to promoting and protecting our individual and group interests in …

The Importance of Practicing Group Economics in the African-American Community

The Importance of Practicing Group Economics in the African-American Community Posted by Courtesy of Unite for Action Network One of the greatest strengths of any community is its ability to identify, support, and reward the talents and skills of its members. When I was a child, I remember observing my mother go out …

Not a Tea Party, a Confederate Party

Not a Tea Party, a Confederate Party Tea Partiers say you don’t understand them because you don’t understand American history. That’s probably true, but not in the way they want you to think. Late in 2012, I came out of the Lincoln movie with two historical mysteries to solve: How did the two parties switch …

Former Cop Indicted In Fatal Shooting Of Unarmed Jonathan Ferrell (Update)

Former Cop Indicted In Fatal Shooting Of Unarmed Jonathan Ferrell Comments: 100  | Leave A Comment Jan 27, 2014 By Kirsten West Savali A North Carolina grand jury indicted Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer Randall Kerrick on voluntary manslaughter charges in the shooting death of unarmedJonathan Ferrell, just days after a partial grand jury  refused to do so, reportsWXII12. RELATED: …

Missouri residents sue police over use of force in Ferguson protests

Missouri residents sue police over use of force in Ferguson protests CAPTIONMemorial in Ferguson Joe Raedle / Getty Images Beverly Scott of Chicago adds to the makeshift memorial in Ferguson, Mo., for Michael Brown. CAPTIONFerguson community Jeff Roberson / Associated Press Protesters march through Ferguson in support of Micheal Brown. …

Amber Alert issued for Indianapolis Baby

Amber Alert issued for Indianapolis Baby Posted: Aug 27, 2014 8:02 PM CDTUpdated: Aug 29, 2014 8:41 AM CDT By Carrie Cline, WTHR reporter – Bio | Email INDIANAPOLIS –It has been nearly two days since an Indianapolis man claims two people abducted his six-week-old son in a violent attack. The Amber Alert is still …