Announcing the 2021 BMe Vanguard
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For those who endorse Black people's freedom to Live Own Vote and Excel (L.O.V.E) in America.
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BMe leads the national movement to build Black L.O.V.E. without stigmatizing Black people.
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Institutions Changed
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Purpose
BMe Welcomes 45 New ‘Vanguards’ of the Next Black Narrative
By BMe Community
/ September 16, 2021
Black business, philanthropy, and media leaders recognized for commitment to building black equity without stereotyping or stigmatizing black people This Black Business and Black Philanthropy Month, 45 remarkable Black leaders have been named "Vanguards for the Next Narrative for Black America." This prestigious honor is part of a...
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Covering Black communities with nuance and purpose
By BMe Community
/ August 28, 2020
There’s a difference between covering a community from a perspective of highlighting their assets compared with their deficits. “Deficit framing defines people by the worst possible thing that ever happened to them, and that happens a lot with Black communities,” says Deborah Douglas, a distinguished visiting professor at DePauw University, editorial strategist,...
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“Unspeakable” amplifies voices of the Deaf community and their support for Black lives
By BMe Community
/ July 15, 2020
Titled “Unspeakable,” this public service announcement is charged with bringing awareness to the voices of the Deaf community and their support for the Black Lives Matter movement. Written and directed by Emmy Award-Winner Emmai Alaquiva and a team of collaborators, this short features a diverse cast comprised of members of...
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Terri Minor Spencer: Force of Nature in Her Community
By Terri Minor-Spencer
/ July 8, 2020
“Good Morning, Boom Shakas! Have A Great Day, Do It With Your Chin Up & Back Straight” Scroll down Terri Minor Spencer’s Facebook page and you’ll see many messages like this one—and in Terri’s case, what you see is what you get, even on Facebook. As a community activist in...
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BMe Community mobilizes 70 Black leaders to drive the Agenda for Black L.O.V.E.
By BMe Community
/ June 30, 2020
As part of its commitment to advance the Agenda for Black L.O.V.E., BMe Community (BMe) has awarded fellowships designed to unite, celebrate, and elevate Black leaders to achieve greater influence and impact in creating more caring, prosperous communities. After a rigorous selection process from candidates nationwide, BMe Community awarded 61...
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Network of 300 Black Leaders and OneUnited Bank Calls for Black People to Live Own Vote and Excel (L.O.V.E.)
By BMe Community
/ June 18, 2020
In celebration of Juneteenth (Freedom Day), BMe Community, OneUnited Bank, and a vanguard of 300 Black leaders are urging organizations, community leaders, and citizens to formally declare their support for Black people to Live, Own, Vote and Excel in America. Committing to this Agenda for Black L.O.V.E. is a constructive...
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President of American Mobile & Teledentistry Alliance
By Kwane Watson
/ June 18, 2020
The American Mobile & Teledentistry Alliance announced today that Dr. Kwane Watson has been selected as the first ever President. “Dr. Watson brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, talent, and enthusiasm to our mission,” says the Board of Directors. “We are thrilled to have someone with Dr.Watson’s leadership experience and...
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Congresswomen Are Banding Together Seeking Racial Healing
By Donna Owens
/ June 9, 2020
This new legislation would examine slavery and institutional racism As protesters across America march, shout, and kneel to demand an end to police brutality, and as the land of the free and the home of the brave grapples with racism, some believe the truth could set this nation free. That’s...
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OneUnited Bank America’s Largest Black Owned Bank Supports Blackout Day 2020
By BMe Community
/ June 8, 2020
Los Angeles, CA – June 8, 2020 - OneUnited Bank, the largest Black owned bank in the country, is proud to support #BlackOutDay2020, a national financial movement happening on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. The movement recognizes the need for economic solidarity and requests that not one Black person in America...
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