Emerald Scholarship Pageant - thanks efamily member Kari Smith for sharing!

See my AKA Soror and efamily member Kari Karigraysmith1@yahoo.com for tickets or $25 at the door. Kari shared with me the entire program -- These young ladies have had multiple sessions since March including financial literacy, etiquette, polishing your image, AKA summer reading and much more! Looks like a wonderful cause to support and as youth are our future if you can why not support?

“Service is the rent we pay for being. It is the very purpose of life, and not something you do in your spare time”

Marian Wright Edelman -

Dance and the Right to Vote

honors the centennial of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing women the right to vote.

copy and paste this link to get tickets https://www.spahouston.org/performances/martha-graham-dance-company/?utm_source=houstoniamag.com&utm_medium=email&utm_content=&utm_campaign=10%2F1%20Martha%20Graham%20email%20&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9xD4japWBd4GsgzwWj5YIdzTurh0vzXhdV3nc5-twqPV-6NbEkUoQU9oKYG0YUQqHRXHbemTCHVtOcaQZZ1zvuHY2-2IYqDH_o_atMaQdpoOAW2ew&_hsmi=77579849

Artistic Director: Janet Eilber

Martha Graham, the mother of American modern dance, single-handedly defined the genre with her groundbreaking style. The Martha Graham Dance Company has been an artistic world leader since its founding in 1926 and returns to Houston for the first time in 15 years. The company will perform works from The Eve Project including Chronicle which honors the centennial of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing women the right to vote.

Defender Network Kids in Business (info on how parents can help), AKA raises $1M for HBCUs in 1 day and more!

https://defendernetwork.com/e-editions/october-03-2019-kids-in-business/ Copy and Paste in your Browser to reach article. Thanks efamily member Pratt Robinson for sharing. Note: click the link to virtually turn the pages in the newspaper - the kids in business is a center article a few pages in...

Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Internships, Leadership Institute, Pathway to C-Suite Internship and MORE!

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2020 Fellowship and Internship programs.
Fellowship opportunities
Application Deadline: Monday, December 13, 2019

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) Congressional fellowship program equips early career-policy professionals who are committed to contributing to public policy with the necessary skills to become the next generation of leaders in public service. The program is an intensive 20-months policy training and leadership development program which enables fellows to receive hands-on public policy training as full-time legislative aides and policy analysts. CBCF fellowship issue areas include: The Donald M. Payne Foreign Policy Fellowship; Energy; Energy & Environment; Health Policy; Woman & Health Sciences; Finance & Economic Policy; Technology & Cybersecurity; and Technology & Diversity. https://www.cbcfinc.org/fellowships/? paste in browser this link -utm_source=2020+Fellowships+and+Internships+Opportunities&utm_campaign=CBCF+Fellowship+and+Internship+Opportunities+2020&utm_medium=email

Internship opportunities
Application Deadline: November 8, 2019

CBCF's internship program prepares college students and young professionals to become the next generation of leaders in public service by giving them first hand leadership experience by working with and learning from members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and other leaders in Washington, DC. Interns are exposed to processes that develop and implement national policies - from Capitol Hill to federal agencies. While in the internship, students work five days a week, attend professional development events, and participate in leadership development projects. Many alumni become principled leaders, skilled policy analysts, informed advocates or return to their communities well-informed about politics, how to formulate legislation and policies, and with a network of peers.
paste in browser - https://www.cbcfinc.org/internships/?utm_source=2020+Fellowships+and+Internships+Opportunities&utm_campaign=CBCF+Fellowship+and+Internship+Opportunities+2020&utm_medium=email


Pathways to the C-Suite Internship Program
Application Deadline: November 8, 2019

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Incorporated (CBCF) Pathways to the C-Suite Internship Program partners undergraduate and recent graduate African-American students with some of the nation's top executives in the private sector to experience how public policy is influenced and developed at every level of the process. Through the Pathways to the C-Suite Internship Program, students gain practical and meaningful work experience in a corporate setting and obtain first-hand experience working with organizations whose top priorities include diversity employment retention and internship to employment opportunities. Interns interact with senior-level business leaders, explore multifaceted business challenges, and build skills to prepare them for careers in corporate America.

https://www.cbcfinc.org/leadership-institute/pathways/?utm_source=2020+Fellowships+and+Internships+Opportunities&utm_campaign=CBCF+Fellowship+and+Internship+Opportunities+2020&utm_medium=email

https://www.cbcfinc.org/?utm_source=2020%20Fellowships%20and%20Internships%20Opportunities&utm_campaign=CBCF%20Fellowship%20and%20Internship%20Opportunities%202020&utm_medium=email

Paste all links into your browser. Thanks efamilymember Pratt Robinson for sharing!

Barbados Scholarship Gala

Currency Conversations - take the pledge - read the plans to get out of debt

https://currencyconversations.com/ Begin the currency conversations with friends and family! THIS WEBSITE IS AWESOME WORTH A CLICK!!! (You will need to copy and paste the link into your browser)

NBMAA - Join Today Open House (Do not need to have an MBA to Join)

NBMBAA Conference 2019 Recap

A Message From the President
Greetings:
On behalf of the Executive Board of the National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) Houston Chapter, I would like to thank everyone who volunteered for, and attended, the 2019 NBMBAA Conference in Houston! All week long I have fielded thanks and well-wishes from our out-of-town guests and the common theme they expressed was the amazing hospitality that the people of Houston shared with them.
I would like to congratulate our local volunteer coordinators, Dr. Tisha Rowe and Mr. Brian Glaude, on a job well done leading our local volunteer team to recruit a total of 1,081 eager volunteers, one of largest-ever number of volunteers recruited at an NBMBAA conference. Special thanks to our University partners from Prairie View A&M, Texas Southern University, and University of Houston-Downtown for their partnership and contribution to this figure.

One of our main goals for the conference was to leave an economic impact on Black businesses in the city. To aid in that, we released our Black Houston Guide to the conference attendees, providing visitors with recommendations of African American-owned businesses to patronize during their visit, including restaurants, nightlife, personal care services, and community-specific tourist attractions, such as The Ensemble Theatre, Buffalo Soldiers Museum, and the Houston Museum of African American Culture. Special thanks to our sponsors, CBRE, Chevron, University of Houston - CT Bauer College of Business, Waste Management, and SoLCIETI. The guide is available at www.BlackHoustonGuide.com and serves as an enduring legacy of the 2019 NBMBAA Conference to the city of Houston.

The main highlight of the conference for the Houston Chapter was winning the 2019 NBMBAA Channel Award for Entrepreneurship. This award was presented in recognition of our Pro-Bono Consulting Workshops and other entrepreneurship programs. We also had the honor of having our Pro-Bono Consulting Workshop included in the conference schedule as a community service activity with the City of Houston and the Mayor's Turnaround Entrepreneurship Program.

As we move on from a successful conference and into 2020, which marks the 50th Anniversary of the NBMBAA, the Houston chapter will place a renewed focus on our 800+ members. I invite you to join us for our next General Body Meeting (GBM) on Thursday, October 10, where we will provide updates on the chapter's progress and allow members to learn about and join our special-interest committees.
Thank you, Houston! Here's to a successful 2019 and looking forward to a ground-breaking 2020!

Regards,
R. Leigh Johnson
President, NBMBAA - Houston Chapter

Women's Leadership Healthcare Symposium - UT School of Public Health

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https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-healthcare-leadership-symposium-hosted-by-the-houston-nahse-chapter-tickets-62784636538?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Movie in the Park - Emancipation Park Spike Lee's School Daze

Emancipation Park Conservancy Screens Final Movie Night This Year
Oscar Award Winning Director Spike Lee’s Film, School Daze
Frenchy’s Chicken to Offer Exclusive Prices and Select Menu Items Including Famous Chicken
WHAT: Emancipation Park Conservancy’s (EPC) Movie in the Tre is a monthly initiative to attract
organic traffic to the park and focuses on community empowerment, awareness, and collaboration.
It’s homecoming season and EPC is showing School Daze, a classic African American film about
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) experiences, specifically Greek life, social and
political encounters. Houston’s very own HBCUs, Texas Southern University and Prairie View
A&M University students and alumni will attend the event.

VISUALS:

• Greek ‘Divine 9’ Stroll Off: National Pan-Hellenic Council - Step/Dance
• Radio One: 97.9 The Box DJ Jus Chris and Emcee KG Smooth, games/prizes
• Texas Southern University: Tiger Sensations dance performance
• EPC booth: prizes, giant board games, informational
• Vendors: Third Ward community businesses selling a variety of non-food items
• Alamo Drafthouse Rolling Road Show: 28ft x 22ft Movie Screen
• Concession Vendors: Frenchy’s Chicken, UrFavCreoleKitchen, R&B Ice
WHEN: Friday, October 4, 2019; 6:45 PM – 10:30 PM (Movie begins at 8:30p)

BRIEF WELCOME at 7:00 PM
INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
• Lucy Bremond, Executive Director, Emancipation Park Conservancy
• Percy ‘King’ Creuzot, Owner, Frenchy’s Chicken
• Priscilla Pack, Franchise Business Consultant, Frenchy’s Chicken
• Attendees: 400-700

WHERE: Emancipation Park, 3018 Emancipation Avenue, Houston TX 77004

(Outdoor – Grand lawn Area)

MEDIA
PARKING: Park parking spaces, Tuam Lot (2274 Tuam St) and surrounding streets near EP
MEDIA
CONTACTS: Kynetta Moore

Special Events and Marketing Manager
Emancipation Park Conservancy
Office: 713-528-1872
Cell: 832-883-5116
Kynettam@emancipationparkconservancy.org

MORE: Emancipation Park Conservancy is a non-profit 501c3 charitable corporation established in
2015 to restore, manage, and enhance Emancipation Park. Its purpose is to create an open
space of environmental and community excellence while continuing to preserve the integrity
and historical roots of the park. Its goal is to transform the park into one of the nation’s
premier landmark parks and destinations through capital initiatives, operational
improvements, strategic partnerships, programming and events. For more information about
Emancipation Park Conservancy, visit www.emancipationparkconservancy.org.

Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day (IAGTE) 2019 - 7th, 8th, 9th Graders and Parents Society of Women Engineers

Registration is now open for the Society of Women Engineers Houston Area (SWE-HA) chapter's signature outreach event: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day (IAGTE) 2019. Thanks efamily member Sandra Alridge for sharing!



Who: 7th, 8th and 9th grade female students; Parents/Educators
When: Saturday, November 16th, 2019 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Where: University of Houston, Main Campus
Event page/Registration: http://www.houstonswe.org/IAGTE (cut and paste into your browser)

IAGTE is a day established to help young women understand the opportunities available in the field of engineering. IAGTE activities include participating in hands-on, engineering related activities throughout the day.

We are looking to you to recommend female students who would benefit from this exposure to engineering. Registration is only available online through the event website, http://www.houstonswe.org/IAGTE. We highly recommend submitting the registration form online as soon as possible as we will wait list students/groups once we hit our maximum capacity.

In addition, alongside our IAGTE program for students, there will be a Parent Educator Program (PEP) for parents and educators. The program will highlight innovative education tactics to teach girls STEM and keep them engaged. During the program participants learn about engineering careers, scholarships, college admission and resources, network with SWE members as well as other parents and educators.

This is a free event and we encourage schools to sponsor their students attending this event.Teachers/Parents are not required to stay with the students throughout the day; however, there is a closing program that we encourage parents to attend.

If you have any questions, please email me at swe.ha.iagte@gmail.com

Sincerely,
Tamara Rodriguez-Diaz
IAGTE 2019 Co-chair
swe.ha.iagte@gmail.com
(346) 274-9780

Time Sensitive - GE Aviation Female Leadership Summit

https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/event/5d80f8864cedfd000689788e/GE-Aviation-Female-Leadership-Summit
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Event Description
GE AVIATION FEMALE LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

The Female Leadership Summit seeks to identify and recruit highly talented minority female students from a wide spectrum of backgrounds.



Event Dates: November 7-9 , 2019

Location: GE Aviation- Cincinnati, OH

To Apply: Click the Register Now box above



The deadline to apply is October 5th, at 11:30pm EST.



Those selected for attendance at the summit receive:

Meals, transportation, and lodging paid for by GE Aviation
Professional Development Seminars
Networking with GE Leadership
Opportunity to interview for 2020 Co-op/Internship assignment with GE Aviation


Application Criteria:

Must currently be enrolled in a degree program focused in Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering Technology, Aviation Engineering Technology, Ceramic Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Mechanics, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering, Fiber/Polymer Science, Industrial Engineering, IT Security, Informatics, Information Science/Technology, Management Information Systems, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Materials Science/Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Security and Risk Analysis, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Welding Engineering, or other relevant STEM majors.
Due to access to export-controlled information, you must be one of the following: (1) US Citizen or national; (2) US permanent resident; (3) Person granted refugee status; (4) Person granted asylee status or Beneficiary of legalization through an amnesty program, or (5) other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA off a 4.0 scale without rounding


Candidates selected will be notified via email by October 18th, 2019.



GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.



Questions? Please contact - Aviation.EID@ge.com

Time Sensitive-Save HBCU Title III STEM Funding go to this link Sept 30 www.uncf.org/protectingourfuture

Go to www.uncf.org/protectingourfuture
'It is that easy to protect $85 million per year for HBCUs

Share the following social media links:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/uncf/status/1171872399798747138?s=21
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/B2SI6J6JRAn/?igshid=16rqg3km3yl2e
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/147103752119636/posts/1361562957340370?sfns=mo

Congress introduced the FUTURE Act to save the future of STEM education at our Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

The FUTURE Act not only extends vital funding from the federal government for HBCUs but also extends funding for Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) and other Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) to help them also offer quality academic programs in the STEM fields.
Education is the key to all success in the United States and HBCUs punch well above their weight not only in their impact on their local communities but also in their states by ensuring that low-income, first generation college students are prepared to succeed. According to an economic impact report produced by UNCF, the impact of HBCUs on their regional economies included an employment impact of 134,090 jobs; a work-life earnings of $130 billion for HBCU students; and a total economic impact of $14.8 billion.

Furthermore, HBCUs represent 8.5% of the four-year institutions across the 21 states and territories they are located in. Of these states and territories, HBCUs enroll, on average, 24% of all black undergraduates pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a college or university; graduate 26% of all black bachelor’s degree recipients; and award 32% of STEM degrees to black students. In fact, across the entire country, HBCUs enroll 10% of the black undergraduates, produce 17% of all black college graduates with bachelor’s degrees and graduate 21% of black students with bachelor’s degrees in STEM fields.

HBCUs, MSIs and TCUs collectively serve over four million students, accounting for more than one-quarter of all undergraduates and a large share of all students of color. Funding for these programs expire September 30, 2019, so the time to act is now. If this funding expires, these institutions would lose access to $2.55 billion dollars!

“A mind is a terrible thing to waste, but a wonderful thing to invest in.”® An investment in HBCUs and other MSIs is not only an investment in a better future for students, but a can’t-go-wrong investment in the economic health and energy of the United States.

Houston Nov. Pro tennis tournament at Rice U.

Fresh off the heels of an incredible event in New Haven to open the 2019-2020 Oracle Challenger Series, the Road to Indian Wells is gearing up to run through Houston on November 10-17.

For the second consecutive year, American hopefuls and additional up-and-coming stars of the sport will take to the courts at the George R. Brown Tennis Center at Rice University as they vie for the opportunity to earn a coveted wild card into the 2020 BNP Paribas Open.

Grab your free ticket and get set for all the high-flying tennis action to come!
EVENT INFO →
GET YOUR FREE TICKET →


Interested in Joining the Team?
Become a Ballperson!
If you're looking to do more than just watch the action in Houston, you can be a part of all the exciting tennis happening at the George R. Brown Tennis Center by becoming a ballperson.

The tournament is looking for energetic, enthusiastic applicants to become an integral part of the team. No experience necessary; all ages welcome!
APPLY NOW →

Be a part of the 2019-2020 Oracle Challenger Series as one of our amazing Ball Persons! Share the same court with up-and-coming professional tennis players who will become the global superstars of tomorrow.

To all of our returning Oracle Challenger Series Ball Persons, we are so glad you are signing up again. You already know what to expect and have the skills necessary to be successful.

To our new Oracle Challenger Series applicants, welcome to the team. Whether you are an adult or child, age 10 or over, we are committed to teaching you the skills you need to share the court with professional ATP & WTA players. You’ll also receive an official Oracle Challenger Series t-shirt, hat and Certificate of Participation.

Before applying, please read the Oracle Challenger Series Ball Persons requirements listed below. These requirements apply to both returning Ball Persons and new applicants.

Be a minimum of 10 years old by the start date of your registered event (proof of age required)
Be physically able to perform the duties of running, bending, kneeling and throwing.
Complete the online Waiver form.
Complete onsite training. (Schedule to be confirmed)
Commit to a minimum of three (3) days (Monday – Friday) during tournament. Please note – final weekend schedule is by invitation and not included in your three (3) day commitment.
The 2019-2020 Oracle Challenger Series Ball Persons application is now open. Click below to apply.

APPLY NOW
QUESTIONS?
Contact oraclechallengerseries@desertchampions.com.

Comerica Bank Black Women's Symposium Oct 4-Keynote Founder of Girls Who Code!

The Power Networking Event of the Year is Back!

Learn, Connect & Grow with some of

Houston’s most influential businesswomen.

Now in its second year, the Comerica Bank Women’s Business Symposium is one of the most sought-after events in Houston. Developed specifically for women business owners, executives and professionals at all levels looking for opportunities to Learn, Connect & Grow professionally, personally and financially.

Friday, October 04, 2019
10:15 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston
1600 West Loop South
Houston, Texas 77027

https://events.comerica.com/wbshou19?fbclid=IwAR1Pj5rbrvtZYBHN4OFW1JKX8a0t08u2DeXtj-Onj1R3PcpGegFLd8D3_0w
Keynote Speaker

Reshma Saujani

@reshmasaujani

"Brave, Not Perfect"

Founder/CEO of Girls Who Code, New York Times Bestselling Author of Brave, Not Perfect

Meet wtih Mayor Turner on 5 G Connectivity Sept 30 meeting

Announcement of 5G Expansion in
Complete Communities!

Please join Mayor Sylvester Turner and FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr to learn about expanding 5G connectivity in Complete Communities! The announcement will take place on Monday, September 30, 2019, at 3:30 p.m., at the Southwest Multi-Service Center, 6400 High Star Drive, Houston TX 77074.

The People's Law School EVENT - University of Houston Law Center

Registrants will attend 3 classes from 9:30a – 12:20p. Please arrive at the University of Houston Law Center at 8:45 on the day of the People's Law School. At that time you will receive a copy of your class schedule.

https://uhlc.wufoo.com/forms/poh5eg001kmz3z/ - paste in your browser

Have you ever had a family law, wills, or landlord/tenant question? Are you being harassed by a debt collector, stuck with a lemon or interested in starting a business?



This is your chance to learn more about your legal rights and have fun at the same time.



The Center for Consumer Law at the University of Houston Law Center, will host more than 15 volunteer lawyers, judges, and law professors, teaching courses in business law, consumer law, landlord tenant law, credit and debt collection, wills, social security, and insurance. Each person may choose three classes to attend.



Although the People's Law School won't make you an attorney, it will help you settle disputes and avoid problems. Whether your house or car flooded, you are buying a car, preparing a will, dealing with a debt collector, or in a dispute with a neighbor, knowing your legal rights can make a difference.

Diva's Day -workshops, vendors, and more!

http://www.divasday.org/ (paste in your browser)

Hi Everyone (From the organizer),
Sometimes you simply have to show up to change your destiny!
What better way than by attending Diva's Day 10 Year Celebration on Saturday, October 5th in Pearland, Texas.
Diva's Day is about Education, Elevation, and Empowerment!
Don't miss it! Click here: www.divasday.org/registration/
Our Topics & Speakers
Amanda Edwards, Houston City Council Woman & Empowerment Speaker
Stephanie D. McKenzie: Owner, The Relationship Firm & The Healing Firm, Healthy Relationships & Self Care
Dr. D. Ivan Young: Keynote Speaker & Relationship Expert
Dionne Murphy: Author, Speaker & Owner of Her Virtual Gym
Nolen Davis: Guinness Book of World Records Holder, Radio Host, Motivational Speaker and Servant Leader (MORE INFO AT THE WEBSITE)

Start Up Success - Score Business Conference

Startup Success Virtual Conference
October 24 | 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Greetings! Join thousands of aspiring & current small business owners on October 24th. Hear from industry experts on business topics that matter to you. Brought you by SCORE & FedEx .
REGISTER NOW - FREE https://onlinexperiences.com/scripts/Server.nxp?LASCmd=AI:4;F:QS!10100&ShowUUID=D5EF72CD-7056-4B8C-9FCF-F7F8FF1333CE&AffiliateData=SpeakersEmail

The Experts:

Building an E-commerce Based Small Business
Brie Carere
Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, FedEx Corp


The Ultimate Formula for Making More Sales by Mastering Social Media Marketing
John Lawson
CEO, ColderICE Media



Access to Capital 101 - Funding Options to Start and Grow Your Business
Lindsey Vigoda
Outreach Manager, Small Business Majority



The Financial Dashboard – Your Key to Small Business Success
Dawn Fotopulos
Professor, Founder and Author



An Easier Way to Prepare Your Business Plan - The Business Model Canvas
Mark Lowenstein
Mentor, SCORE

Marc L Goldberg
Mentor, SCORE


View all webinar topics and speakers .
About the Virtual Conference
Attend webinars, get personalized advice in one-on-one mentoring sessions, participate in networking, enter for prize giveaways, visit exhibit booths, access resources, and more.
Connect with the mentors, companies, and resources that will help you fuel yo ur success - all for free!
Reserve My Seat

Past Virtual Conference Attendee:
"It's been 3 years since my last official business classes and this was…about 1000% more information."

Princeton University, Program in Law and Public Affairs - 2020-2021 LAPA Fellowships

ESCAPE HOUSTON - Great site for travel from Houston - amazing..

Great deals I hear on (especially international) travel - emails pop up and you have a few hours to grab the amazing fare...a friend I know went to Australia and it was on United Airlines (not a fly by night!) for a very reduced price - deals on facebook https://escapehouston.com/1949/subscribe/

3rd Annual Men of Color Leadership Institute (High School and College Students) Keynote: Black Men in White Coats (Find these Physicians on youtube)

Goals: Recruitment and College Awareness

*To support collegiate pathways and alliances between local ISDs, Houston Community College and the University of Houston-Downtown

*High School Seniors and Transfer Students should bring any/all college admissions materials if they are planning to enroll at UHD/HCC for Spring, Summer, Fall 2020

*Transcripts, SAT/ACT/TSI scores, shot records, military paperwork, etc.,

*If students plan to enroll for Spring 2020, please use ApplyTexas.org to apply so we can have an application on file.

video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ofk1MXQLq8w

Fall 2017 video http://www.kaltura.com/index.php/extwidget/preview/partner_id/124722/uiconf_id/20603382/entry_id/0_gvpqwsoi/embed/iframe?&flashvars%5bstreamerType%5d=auto

The University of Houston Downtown (Men of L.E.G.A.C.I), Houston Community College (Men of Honor), Houston Independent School District (Ascending To Men Project), Howard Hughes Medical Institute (College of Science and Technology) and the Texas Education Consortium for Male Students of Color are collaborating to host local schools, colleges, universities, and community organizations in taking part to bring students and leaders together to effectively engage men of color in creating pathways for success for students and professionals in the K-16 environment.


Sign Up to Present (to students 10th grade – collegiate)

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090f4aaaac2cabfb6-menofcolor2

Sign Up to Volunteer/Host a Table (College Recruitment/Vendor Fair)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090f4aaaac2cabfb6-volunteers

Video about PROJECT MALES https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ofk1MXQLq8w

Symposium - High Schools & Collegiate Students (Track #1, Ticket #1)

*9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

LINK TO REGISTER https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-men-of-color-greater-houston-area-collegiate-symposium-tickets-70536200675

EMAIL ME FOR THE LONGER EMAIL WITH ATTACHMENTS videos links and more on this event at donna.blackshear.reynolds@gmail.com

Thanks efamily member Professor Ruth Robbins for sharing!

Links Foundation Walk - PLEASE JOIN US!! Saturday September 28th Join your friends ! No entry fee! Donate any amount to Port City Links for Service in the Community Port City proceeds will be donated to the Ashley Jadine Foundation (a suicide prevention and awareness Foundation) and to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)

Hope you can come out -- FRIENDS please JOIN Me for a HEALTHLY WALK!! Bring friends and family! NO ENTRY FEE!!

If you would like to donate but can't attend or would like to donate in advance -- use this link! Copy and paste in your browser. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pcc-links-inc-5k-walk-a-thon-walk-for-healthy-living-fundraiser-tickets-71926402807?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&utm-medium=discovery&utm-campaign=social%2Cemail&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-source=strongmail&utm-term=destsearch&internal_ref=login


LOOK FOR THE PORT CITY DONATION AREA AT THE WALK - REGISTRATION 7:30 WALK BEGINS AT 8AM DONATE $5, $10, $25, $50 or more!

Date And Time
Sat, September 28, 2019
7:30 AM – 10:30 AM CDT

Walking is a great way to protect your heart and reduce your risk of heart disease! Please make a donation to support. #LinksOnTheMove
About this Event
Port City Chapter of the Links, Inc. invites your to join the Houston Cluster Link Chapters to raise funds for local programs as well as for the Links Incorporated Foundation. It also promotes walking as a healthy pastime. The ultimate goal is to promote physical activity and educate our communities about the importance of regular physical activity in improving overall health and wellness. This is a Links Foundation fundraiser and Port City proceeds will be donated to the Ashley Jadine Foundation (a suicide prevention and awareness Foundation) and to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness).


Location
Kitty Hollow Park
9555 Highway 6
Missouri City, TX 77459

Youth Opportunity - Youth Police Advisory Council Applications Being Accepted

Applications Being Accepted for Police Chief’s Youth Police Advisory Council



The Houston Police Department is inviting Houston area high school students to apply for the 2019-2020 Youth Police Advisory Council (YPAC).

Students will address issues affecting youth and the community, participate in community service projects and attend youth leadership conferences throughout the state. Additionally, the YPAC meets regularly with Chief of Police Art Acevedo and other top HPD officials.

YPAC members are required to meet five times during the school year at the HPD Edward A. Thomas Building at 1200 Travis in downtown Houston.

Applications are available online at https://www.houstontx.gov/police/vip/forms/ypac-app-2019.pdf The deadline to apply is Monday, October 7, 2019.

For more information, visit https://www.houstontx.gov/police/vip/ypac.htm, email
rhonda.holmes@houstonpolice.org or call Ms. Holmes at 713-308-3200.

Tropical Storm Imelda - LOTS of Resources for those flooded - mental health included thanks Janice Weaver for sharing

Recovery Resources

Call 2-1-1 or 877-541-7905 to reach the Texas/United Way Helpline or visit www.211Texas.org to connect to recovery resources and assistance agencies.
Call 713-274-3880 to report debris to the Harris County Debris Hotline for unincorporated Harris County.
Call 3-1-1 City of Houston helpline to report debris, hazardous materials or contaminants inside the City of Houston.
Report a flooded home to the Harris County Flood Control District hotline at 346-286-4000.
Report any hazardous materials or contaminants in unincorporated Harris County to Harris County Pollution Control at 713-920-2831.
Find a towed car at www.findmytowedcar.com.
Call Lone Star Legal Aid Disaster Hotline for disaster legal assistance at 866-659-0666.
Call Harris County Precinct One at 346-286-1917 for additional assistance.

American Red Cross Shelters Open In Harris County (as long as needed):
Kingwood First Baptist Church, 3500 Woodland Hills Dr, Kingwood, TX 77339
St.Timothy Lutheran Church, 14225 Hargrave Road, Houston, TX, 77070
New Light Christian Center, 7313 East Houston Road, Houston, TX 77028
Crosby United Methodist, 1335 Runneberg, Crosby, TX 77532
House of Mercy, 1126 Cypress Street, Baytown, TX 77520
Food Pantry Finder
Click Here to find a local food pantry or call the Houston Food Bank at 832-369-9390.

Disaster Recovery How to Replace Important Documents
English/en Español

Disaster Recovery Renters Rights
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Muck and Gut Resources
How to Muck & Gut your home (Text) | (Video)
Tools needed
Debris sorting
Mold Remediation
Mold remediation guide | Gua de Remediacíon de Moldes en español
Mold remediation video
Document Damage to Your Home and Belongings for Insurance and Other Claims
If you have insurance, report your claim immediately.
Take pictures or videos of all damages.
Save all your receipts.
Make a list of all damaged or lost items.
Health and Safety After a Flood
There are a number of health concerns related to flooding and the recovery period. Here are some tips to keep you and your family healthy and safe.

Safe Cleanup: During cleanup, you should wear protective safety gear; protect your back during heavy lifting; stay hydrated, and watch for signs of heat exhaustion. People with compromised immune systems, allergies, and asthma should avoid taking part in cleanup due to potential mold exposure and other possible health hazards.

Mosquitoes: The floodwaters can create multiple, large breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Take additional precautions to prevent mosquito borne illness by wearing insect repellent and protective clothing while working outdoors and avoid being outside when mosquitoes are most active. If possible, remove any standing water from your property.

Emotional Health: Flooding can be a stressful and traumatic event. The Disaster Distress Hotline is available 24/7. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

College GPA Calculator & all Grade Tipsm- Use this to plan to raise your GPA

https://gpacalculator.net/college-gpa-calculator/

Really neat online tool! Most internships are limited to 3.0 GPA or better. Some programs require 3.5 GPA or higher. Students consider not graduating if you are very close to the 3.0, and take a few more classes in order to not limit your eligibility for scholarships, internships, jobs and other special programs!

Explore the site - at https://gpacalculator.net/final-grade-calculator/ you can put in your current grade, the weight of the final and figure out what score you need to get the grade you want! Pretty cool!

Kots more! Including the scores and grades needed for college admissions at various colleges!(always double check college sites!)

Another site you can put in the grades for your class and the weight of the assignment to see how you doing.. and what grade you need on the final http://www.benegg.net/grade_calculator.html

Typical grading system (verify with your school) this example link shows A+ to F - points assigned.
http://courses.cornell.edu/content.php?catoid=31&navoid=7933#S_U_Grades

TA-NEHISI COATES Oct 29 - Get Tickets Before they sell out!

https://inprinthouston.org/event/inprint-ta-nehisi-coates-reading/

Info Below From the Imprint website... https://inprinthouston.org/event/inprint-ta-nehisi-coates-reading/#tickets-anchor

Tickets for this reading include a copy of Ta-Nehisi Coates’s new novel The Water Dancer (for pickup at the reading). Please note that Mr. Coates will not be participating in a book signing.

Reading followed by an on-stage interview – conducted by award-winning journalist for ABC 13 News Melanie Lawson.


TA-NEHISI COATES’S “visceral, eloquent, and beautifully redemptive” language has been hailed by the legendary Toni Morrison as “required reading,” and The New York Observer calls him “the single best writer on the subject of race in the United States.” Coates’s groundbreaking book Between the World and Me—an essay in the form of a letter to his son—was a #1 New York Times bestseller, won the National Book Award and a NAACP Image Award, was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and National Book Critics Circle Award, and was on several end of the year best books lists. The Boston Globe describes it as “echoing Ralph Ellison’s Invisible Man” and “written in the tradition of James Baldwin.” A former national correspondent for The Atlantic, Coates has been praised for his journalism on cultural, political, and social issues and his recognized pieces include “The Black Family in the Age of Mass Incarceration,” “The Case for Reparations,” “Fear of a Black President,” and “This is How We Lost to the White Man.” In 2017, his essays were published in We Were Eight Years in Power, an “emotionally charged, deftly drafted, and urgently relevant” (Kirkus Reviews) collection examining the nation’s cultural and political landscape during the Obama administration. Coates, a MacArthur fellow, is also the author of the memoir The Beautiful Struggle and the current author for Black Panther and Captain America comic series. He will read from his highly anticipated debut novel The Water Dancer. “In prose that sings and imagination that soars,” Publisher Weekly says with this novel, “Coates further cements himself as one of this generation’s most important writers, tackling one of America’s oldest and darkest periods with grace and inventiveness. This is bold, dazzling, and not to be missed.”

Interesting Article - What's behind the loneliness epidemic in younger generations?Why Millennials are so lonely - impacts of social media - Volunteer is an antedote !

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/compassion-matters/201909/why-millennials-are-so-lonely

Houston Museum of African American Culture Art Opening/Reception Sept 21

2 min MUST WATCH VIDEO ON VOTER SUPRESSION - get info for film to show FREE to your organization!!

RIGGED Trailer – 2 mins. https://vimeo.com/296045604

One of our efamily members attended Congresswoman Marcia Fudge's screening of the voter suppression film "Rigged" during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation week....Email me at donna.blackshear.reynolds@gmail.com on how to arrange your own organization's screening - for free....I can send you forms to receive (for free) a DVD/Blu Ray Disk or a link to a digital download. You will need to send the screening request form back as a PDF via email or mail it back to the address on the form. I also attach a press release on the film. Below is a link to our trailer.

RIGGED Trailer – 2 mins.
https://vimeo.com/296045604
No password

Flood Recommendations from the City of Houston

Houston Health Department offers flood safety recommendations after Tropical Storm Imelda | 09-20-2019
HOUSTON - The Houston Health Department recommends people in the Houston-area keep safety in mind during recovery from flooding due to Tropical Depression Imelda.


“Good hygiene, food safety and properly sanitizing a flooded home are of the utmost importance the next few days,” said Dr. David Persse, local health authority for Houston Health Department.


The department recommends people follow the flood safety precautions below.


Food Safety


Do not eat any food that may have come into contact with floodwater. If cans have come in contact with floodwater or storm water, remove the labels, wash the cans, and dip them in a solution of 1 cup (8 oz/250 mL) of bleach in 5 gallons of water.


Cleaning and Sanitizing Your Home


When rain or flood waters get into your home, take steps to prevent mold growth. First, wash surfaces with soap and warm clean water to remove dirt and debris. Next, sanitize surfaces with household bleach. Clean it with a solution of 1 cup household liquid bleach per 5 gallons of water.

Remember:

Keep children and pets out of the affected area until cleanup is complete.
Remove and discard items that cannot be washed and disinfected (such as, mattresses, carpeting, carpet padding, rugs, upholstered furniture, cosmetics, stuffed animals, baby toys, pillows, foam-rubber items, books, wall coverings, and most paper products).

Remove and discard drywall and insulation that has been contaminated with floodwaters.
Thoroughly clean all hard surfaces (such as flooring, concrete, molding, wood and metal furniture, counter tops, appliances, sinks, and other plumbing fixtures) with hot water and laundry or dish detergent.
Help the drying process by using fans, air conditioning units, and dehumidifiers.

Tetanus Shot
People seven years of age and older with puncture wounds or cuts that were exposed to flood water or dirt may be at risk for contracting tetanus. They will need a tetanus shot if they have not had one in the past ten years. Please consult your primary care physician or your medical home. Exposure to flood water without a wound or skin injury is not a risk for tetanus.


Good Hygiene


Practice good hygiene (handwashing) after contact with flood waters.


Do not allow children to play in flood water areas.
Wash children's hands frequently (always before meals).
Do not allow children to play with toys that have been contaminated by flood water and have not been disinfected.