Feb. 20, 2025 By Athena Dawson Local community members, advocates, and elected officials gathered in Southeast Queens this February to celebrate the annual Black History Month event. Council Member Nantasha Williams hosted the annual Black History Month Program: African Americans and Labor on Saturday, Feb 8, to celebrate the legacy of African Americans in…
Mar. 6, 2024 By Athena Dawson A Queens-based organization that aims to promote education among students from marginalized communities is currently offering scholarships. Empower My Hood Inc., which was formed in 2019 and is based in Queens Village, has opened up applications for its third annual EMH Community Scholarship. High school students are eligible for…
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