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INTRODUCING THE ASIAN RESOURCE HUB: A DATA-RICH EXPLORATION OF ANTI-ASIAN HATRED

Between 2020-2021 anti-Asian hate increased by 339% and that figure only reported the hate crimes that were actually reported. This moved Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California (AJSOCAL), and Asian Americans Advancing Justice-AAJC, the two largest Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) research and policy advocacy organizations, with the support of Microsoft to launch the first-ever National Asian Digital Resource Hub on February 29, 2024. Read more [...]

Preparing for Winter & Natural Disasters: Strategies for Resilience in 2024

FEMA held a media roundtable on January 30th, 2024 to talk #WinterReady Preparedness for Vulnerable Populations. As the third anniversary of Winter Storm Uri (February 13th-17th, 2021) approaches, this critical conversation centered on educating the public about winter preparedness. However, FEMA made sure to include key elements of natural disaster preparedness as Houston is known for devastating hurricane seasons. This roundtable marked the first convening by agencies involved in natural disaster Read more [...]

Breathing Unequal: The Environmental Justice Challenge in Houston’s Changing Landscape

According to many, Houston is a land flowing with milk and honey. Everyone and their favorite celebrity is either moving here or simply buying land. Two years ago, the U.S. News and World Report's "Best Places to Live" ranking for 2023-2024 stated "A paycheck goes further in Houston than it does in other major metro areas, with affordable housing and free or cheap attractions like biking along Buffalo Bayou and exploring the 7,800-acre George Bush Park. The affordability of this region, which Read more [...]

LisaRaye McCoy Brings Her Vision Board Workshop To Houston!

Houston, Texas – August 8, 2017 – Join LisaRaye McCoy for a full day of inspiration, empowerment and motivation at the Life Rocks Vision Board Workshop on Sunday, August 13, 2017.
Actress, LisaRaye McCoy is an entertainer, astute business woman, and philanthropist. Voted one of the “Top Five Rising Female Stars” by Ebony Magazine and twice voted “Sexiest Woman of the Year” by Black Men Magazine, McCoy’s film credits include The Players Club, Beauty Shop, Love Chronicles, The Wood, Read more [...]

The Chauncy Glover Project Houston’s Inaugural Black Tie Gala: Breaking the Chains. Breaking the Cycle.

​June 5, 2017 - Houston, TX - The Chauncy Glover Project Houston is empowering a generation of young leaders and taking adversity head on in the community. On June 9, 2017, CGP will hold its inaugural Black Tie Gala at the Queensbury Theatre, hosted by actor Christian Keyes. Prior to the start of the gala, guest will receive a full red carpet experience hosted by Kia Renee of The Session TV Show. Throughout the night the inspiring testimonies of the program’s mentees will keep you on the Read more [...]

Houston’s leading mentoring organization honors local influencers at 3rd annual Royal Tea Fundraiser

April 3, 2017 (Houston, Texas)-  BEAUTY Mentoring is hosting their 3rd annual Royal High Tea fundraiser benefiting young girls between the ages of 9-18 in Houston and surrounding areas.  Proceeds from this upscale event are used to further mentoring programs, education, scholarships, and community outreach activities in the Greater Houston Area. BEAUTY Mentoring has made an impact on the lives of 1,000 girls in the City of Houston. In addition to raising funds, the Royal Tea will also raise Read more [...]

Fear, Survivors Remorse, and Determination 72 hours After Fort Lauderdale

No training, nor any experience with guns or gun violence could prepare me for the fear I encountered January 6th at Fort Lauderdale Airport. In a country where we are spoon fed a fear of terrorism on what seems like a daily, your mind is subconsciously already on high alert. Sitting in Terminal 1 watching events unfold in the next terminal I felt a sense of safety. Sadden by the report of 1 known death at the time, I patiently waited for my flight to board. Before I knew it, shots were fired and Read more [...]

Calling All Art Lovers: ROMERO BRITTO EXHIBITION

ROMERO BRITTO EXHIBITION

 An impressive collection by world-renowned artist Romero Britto will be on exhibition and available for acquisition at Off the Wall Gallery at the Galleria in Houston, Texas. The exhibition previews January 14 and opens on Friday, January 20 with a series of live Artist Appearances through January 22. With an iconic style Britto is an international artist that uses vibrant, bold and colorful patterns to reflect his optimistic view of the world around him. His playful Read more [...]

Houston Fashion Designer Launches The DEANNAMICHEL Collection

Houston fashion designer Deanna Laster will bring an eclectic blend of classic and cutting edge fashions to the runway as she unveils her women’s apparel line, The DEANNAMICHEL Collection.This invitation-only event, with sponsorships from Style on Demand, The Root Boutique Hair Salon and LAMIK Beauty, will take place 3-6 p.m. on February 28 at a private venue. The fashion showcase will give attendees the first look at the emerging designer’s highly anticipated clothing line. Pieces from her DEANNAMICHEL Read more [...]

Mommy & Me Vision Board Party & Expo Tour kicks off in Houston

Mommy & Me Vision Board Party & Expo Tour kicks off in Houston

Emmy Award-winning producer of The Steve Harvey Show, 10-year old winner of ABC's Shark Tank, and a panel of dynamic child and adult entrepreneurs will speak at the Jan. 30 event

HOUSTON, Jan. 20, 2016 - Celebrity event planner and CEO of Millionaire Mommy Society, Sherrie Walton and empowerment speaker, Joan Wright Good, are on a mission to inspire women and their daughters to pursue Read more [...]

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