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Lowery Institute Change Agent Tank Winner, Madisyn Dudley, Receives Seed Money to Engage Black Youth in STEM

Atlanta, GA – In a time when the leadership of black women is being celebrated, Cheryl Lowery, president and CEO of the Joseph and Evelyn Lowery Institute (Lowery Institute), announced that Madisyn Dudley, a dual-degree engineering and computer science major, received funding to engage black youth in STEM as winner of the recent Change Agent […]

Inspirational Sports Author, Richard LoPresto, To Donate 500 “Old Timers Day” Books To Central Church During Speaking Engagement

Las Vegas, NV – Inspirational author and sports enthusiast, Richard LoPresto put readers on notice during the World Series when his Celestial Baseball Association announced plans to make a film based on his baseball book, “Old Timers Day As Told by God to Richard LoPresto.” An epic tale about the forces of “Good vs. Evil,” […]

26-Year-Old David Busby Survives Gun Violence and Lands Debut Role on Bounce TV’s “Saints and Sinners”

Atlanta, GA – When viewers watch young, upcoming actor David Busby in his debut recurring role on the third season of Bounce TV’s sizzling series “Saints and Sinners,” they are witnessing the passion of a young man who has had his own personal run-in with real life saints and sinners. Working alongside the show’s veteran […]

Howard University Alumnus Chadwick Boseman To Deliver 2018 Commencement Address

Washington, DC – Howard University President, Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick, announced today that actor and alumnus Chadwick Boseman will deliver the keynote address during Howard University’s 150th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 12, 2018. Mr. Boseman will address members of the Class of 2018 and their families, University trustees, officers, faculty, staff, and alumni. […]

Vocalist Sandra Booker Tributes Sarah Vaughan At Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Jazz Grill

When jazz vocalist Sandra Booker first burst onto the Los Angeles music scene in the 90’s, the comparisons to the legendary Sarah Vaughan came fast and furious. Her stirring, soulful renditions didn’t just mimic the melodious icon, they seemed to channel her. On Sunday, April 22, Booker will pay a unique homage to her muse […]

Ferguson Activist Cori Bush Honors Dr. Kings Dream by Remaining on the Frontline in the Fight for Justice, Livable Wages and Healthcare

Bush hopes to become the first African American Congresswoman from Missouri Ferguson Activist Cori Bush will honor the dream of Martin Luther King, Jr. on April 4th at a special reception in Washington, D.C. Held at the popular gathering place for progressives, activists and believers in democracy—Busboys & Poets on 14th Street, NW—Cori will engage […]

The Joseph & Evelyn Lowery Institute Hosts Africa: Forever Linked Interactive Experience Featuring Thandeka Tutu-Gxashe

Atlanta, GA – The Joseph and Evelyn Lowery Institute for Justice and Human Rights (Lowery Institute) in partnership with the Camellia Rose Chapter of the Links, Inc. will host an educational and interactive simulation of the life of a Malawian girl, as the daughter of Bishop Desmond Tutu, Thandeka Tutu-Gxashe, relates the activities to the […]

College Students Present Social Justice Concepts During Lowery Institute’s 3rd Annual Change Agent Tank

Atlanta, GA – Five entrepreneurial-minded college students will compete for $5000 in the third annual “Change Agent Tank” hosted by the Joseph and Evelyn Lowery Institute for Justice & Human Rights on Wednesday April 12, 2018 6 – 9 PM. The Change Agents will pitch their concept to several distinguished members of the Atlanta business […]

Norman Bush Photo Exhibit Portrays Pre-Digital Era Social Media

Temporary installation will be filmed as part of a documentary about the life of urban street photographer, Norman Bush, Sunday April 15Atlanta, GA – The Bush Family Legacy will present a one-day exhibition of the unique artistry of street photographer, Norman Bush, supported by a conversation about the artwork’s relationship to the culture and politics […]