Companies Hiring Remotely

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Help with Bills, Rent, Food, Utilities - United Way COVID Relief Fund

#REPOST - United Way Community Economic Relief Fund

Help with Bills, Rent, Food 1-866-211-9966 provide a zip code and you will be given a list of local agencies to assist !

TAPED EVENT: COVID-19 Panel Hosted By Cornell Black Alumni

This event will be on the Cornell website for a few days - excellent panel Cornell Black Alumni experts on COVID-19 and pandemics - https://live.alumni.cornell.edu/home-page?v=5ea9803b719d47f3e15c1f5b Friends of alumni are welcome when you click the link above you choose the link choice of Facebook and works great!

Request for Volunteers - Food Distribution April 30

Request for volunteers for tomorrow.

In conjunction with Congressman Al Green, we, Blueridge Church, will be sponsoring a food distribution drive here on Thursday, April 30, 2020. There will be enough food for 500 vehicles. We are looking for 20 volunteers.

Proposed Timeline:
9am or earlier = Volunteers arrive
9-10am = Food Truck Arrives and needs to be unloaded.
10-11:30am = Food is sorted on tables for distribution.
11:30am = Press event
Noon-3pm = Drive Thru distribution
Contact the church @ 713-733-5174 to volunteer. Thank you,
Londa Singleton

Job Opening Office of Technology Services

Office of Technology Services is hiring!


Position: MANAGEMENT ANALYST I

Division/Section: OFFICE OF TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

Classification: Civilian

Posting Number: 23236

Opening: 04/29/20

Closing: 05/12/20 11:59 PM Central



https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/2769193/management-analyst-i?department[0]=Houston%20Police%20Department%20(Civilian)&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Princess and the Frog by Emancipation Park Conservatory

Houston COVID-19 Registry

CitizensNet: HEALTH | 04-28-2020 COVID-19 Registry: Help us understand the impacts of COVID-19
As COVID-19 continues to affect our communities, it is important to understand the impacts of this outbreak. Rice University and local health departments, including Houston Health Department and Harris County Public Health, developed the COVID-19 Registry to identify who was (and continues to be) impacted, and understand how COVID-19 affects the health and well-being of our communities.
Measuring who is being impacted and in what ways will help to:
Track virus spread over time and across geography
Measure economic and health impacts
Anticipate healthcare needs as the pandemic unfolds
Understand behavior in response to policy changes
Identify popular and effective sources of information
The COVID-19 survey is open to any individual 18 years or older. The survey is voluntary and takes 10 minutes to complete. Please visit registry.rice.edu/covid19 to learn more!

Mobile COVID-19 Testing -thanks for sharing Commissioner Rodney Ellis

Mobile COVID-19 testing is now available for anyone and no appointment is needed. The mobile site will be open from 10am to 4pm Tuesday thru Friday and 10am to 2pm on Saturday at the following locations:
Kashmere Multi-service Center: April 28-May 2
Hiram Clarke Multi-service Center: May 5- May 9
Third-Ward Multi-service Center: May 12- May 16
For questions please call: 832-393-4220

Affordable Counseling Resources-Open Path Collective.com

On today's Cornell Panel Discussion, the mental health speaker suggested this site to find Therapists for $30-$60 intended for those without health care. OpenPathCollective.com Also it was mentioned Psychology Today also has resources for sliding scale therapists. I did check the reviews for Open Path and they had pretty good reviews.

During the panel discussion there was a discussion that right now we are experiencing collective trauma - as in 911 or a school shooting.. folks are dealing with anxiety, separation from friends and family, loss of jobs, self-medication (alcohol, smoking, drugs) - If you are having symptoms such as headaches, GI issues, (I think she said "fast") breathing, feeling the need to control everything around you, feeling stressed need to talk to someone that does not know you to talk it out - you may want to consider reaching out for counseling. Everyone feels some anxiety some time.. and counseling can help!

Mayor Turner and Simone Biles Ask Everyone to MASK Up!

Urban League Unemployment Benefit Information April 27 11am

Go to this site to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpf-CopjwvHtJewK_E8I8yTbHy2_OjElMz copy and paste link into your browser

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Please submit any questions you would like to ask Mr. Serna in advance to Lorraine Winslow at lwinslow@haul.org.



Houston Area Urban League
1301 Texas Avenue
Houston, Texas 77002
713.393.8700
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NEED MASKS - PROVIDED FOR THE UNDERSERVED

Starting Monday you can be fined up to $1000 in Harris County if you are in public without a mask. For those unable to obtain a Mask (the underserved are being targeted) see below. Supplies limited.

CENSUS - BE COUNTED - IMPORTANT FUNDING FOR YOUR AREA!!!

The 2020 Census is happening now. WHERE TO COMPLETE YOUR CENSUS? https://my2020census.gov/
You can respond online, by phone, or by mail.

Welcome to the 2020 Census
It's quick and easy. The 2020 Census questionnaire will take about 10 minutes to complete.
It's safe, secure, and confidential. Your information and privacy are protected.
Your response helps to direct billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities for schools, roads, and other public services.
Results from the 2020 Census will be used to determine the number of seats each state has in Congress and your political representation at all levels of government.

NAACP Highly Recommended Video for Small Business Funding

EATOKRA.COM Find Black Owned Restaurants in your area

http://www.eatokra.com/

FIND YOUR LOCAL BLACK OWNED RESTAURANTS WITH EATOKRA.
EatOkra is your guide to black owned restaurants. If you'd like to support local black businesses, or maybe just find a new favorite place to eat, download the eatOkra app now.

SBA Disaster Loan

https://covid19relief.sba.gov -- smaller lending institutions recommended -gets your package faster to the SBA.

https://webuyblack.com/ & more New Way to Support Black Business-Important During This Time

On a recent Zoom call of Cornell Alumni we discussed how African American businesses and the arts were getting hit hard during the shutdown. Finding ways to support these businesses is important to our community. One of the ways discussed was this website, similar to Amazon that sells toothbrushes, cleaners, clothes, jewelry, etc. The speaker spoke of using this site to purchase supplies for his wife's dental office as well as purchasing watches for himself. I haven't tried it yet, but if you have, let me know at donna.blackshear.reynolds@gmail.com -- and let me know if you'd be ok to add your comment to the blog! I was so excited about this idea had to share!

This site https://webuyblack.com/ also has a blog that I found very interesting and they offer opportunities to add your store to the site. https://webuyblack.com/

Also there is a movement to purchase from black owned restaurants during this time as well. As well make donations to arts organizations - dance companies, theater, etc.

Natural Hair (owned by Cornell alum) https://avocurl.com/

Black owned natural hair and body products - https://kacadas.com/ 20% off coupon CORNELLBA discount code at checkout

Black owned start-up focused on black hair stylists - https://shop.mayvenn.com/


Queens Jazz Trail Map - self guided tour of Homes of Jazz Greats http://ephemerapress.com/queens-jazz-trail.html

Fine Art (Paintings) https://deirdrahazeley.com/ Cornell alum

https://www.blackownedbrooklyn.com/
A CURATED GUIDE TO BLACK BROOKLYN’S PEOPLE, PLACES AND PRODUCTS.
Black-Owned Brooklyn makes it easier for you to discover local Black-owned businesses, in addition to documenting Black life, past and present, in the borough. We seek to lift up and preserve rich stories that are often overlooked in gentrified Brooklyn and encourage you to learn more about — and participate in — the creativity, beauty and self-determination throughout our community.

August Wilson African American Cultural Center Brooklyn https://aacc-awc.org/event/race-and-revolution/


Houston Museum of African American Culture http://hmaac.org/

NYC http://blackgotham.com/#3
http://blackgotham.com/#2 Walks, talks events novels

Restaurants: Harvey's Greenville, NC, Merts in Charlotte, NC SugarCane in Brooklyn
WarmDaddy's Philadelphia Buka Nigerian Restaurant New York http:https://bukanewyork.com//
Breakfast Klub, Lucille's, Reggae Hut, Turkey Leg Hut This is It Chicago Bar and Grill Rays BBQ Houston

FIND YOUR LOCAL BLACK OWNED RESTAURANTS WITH EATOKRA.
EatOkra is your guide to black owned restaurants. If you'd like to support local black businesses, or maybe just find a new favorite place to eat, download the eatOkra app now. http://www.eatokra.com/


EDRIS HAIR SALON MANHATTAN - http://edrissalon.com/
Heutiful Hair Salon Austin Dallas http://huetifulsalon.com/dallas

https://www.yelp.com/biz/heavenly-hair-and-body-salon-pittsburgh Monique's Heavenly Hair and Body Pittsburg
Savannah, GA https://www.letitblo.com/ Beauty Shop

Mental Health Counseling - http://www.vibrantwoman.me/
Dr. Janice Beal
https://www.facebook.com/Beal-Counseling-Associates-489294697766438/

Support KTSU -Efamily members Janice Weaver and Sylvester Turner Ask for Your Donation to KTSU

Cornell Black Alumni Presents COVID-19 Panel Monday April 27

A Community in Crisis: The Impact of COVID-19 on Black People in America
Monday April 27, 2020
7:00 p.m. EDT 6pm CST



The COVID-19 pandemic continues to illuminate healthcare, economic, and social disparities in our country, and the Black community has disproportionately experienced infection and death at higher rates than any other racial group.



Register for this live webinar presented by Cornell Black Alumni Association with support from Alumni Affairs to discuss the facts and ways to manage our response during and after this crisis.


Submit your questions for the panel during registration.



Panelists:

• Anthony Browne '88 PhD, Chair, Dept. of Africana and Puerto Rican/Latino Studies, Hunter College, CUNY
• Valda Crowder '86 MD, MBA, Emergency Medicine Physician
• Sonja Hutchins '79 MD, MPH, DrPH, FACPM, Senior Medical Advisor in the Office of Minority Health and Health Equity, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Director - Public Health & Preventive Medicine Residency Program/Program Department of Community Health & Preventive Medicine, Morehouse School of Medicine.
• Senator Adam Hollier '07 MUPL, Michigan State Senator, District 2
• Ernie Jolly '09 JD, AVP for Legislative Affairs, Mortgage Bankers Association
• Christine Sainvil '06 PhD, Licensed Psychologist, Coupet Quality Clinic and Florida International University

Moderator: Janel Forte '14 MS, Reporter - KHOU 11 Houston, TX

Legal Workshops: Property Tax Protest, Legal Assistance, and more! Zoom Meetings!

Foreclosures During Covid-19
May 28, 2020, 1:00 pm thru 3:00 pm
Lone Star Legal Aide Pro Bono Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsf-2qrD8rG91fMFr3qgFbTEDmYOFxRc_T


Garnishments and Consumer Concerns During Covid-19
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAldeuvp
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Create Your Own Estate Plan
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vdOG
qqDIsGtDyZRKT1FWyb4zd1xmjhZNs

After registering for each Workshop, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

A Month of Service (AMOS) is a Partnership Program between NRCDC Houston, the City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods, Houston Volunteer Lawyers, Harris County Appraisal District, Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office, TSU Earl Carl Institute and Lone Star Legal Aid Pro Bono.

Thanks Efamily member Aprille Ericsson for sharing!

Surviving COVID-19 - Houston Association of Black Journalists

Save the Date - viewing details will be updated here. Check back!

Fun Idea ZOOM Scavenger Hunt How-To - Family and Friends

I heard about this from an efamily member... thought I'd share the 2 emails that got this going for her boys and they had a great time! could be boys or girls kids or adults social distancing fun!

SAMPLE EMAIL
Hello friends,

Calling all scavenger hunters! YOUR NAME HERE we are hoping your son might want to join in on a virtual scavenger hunt tomorrow (Saturday YOUR DATE HERE) afternoon from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Here is the deal:

At 1:00 p.m. Saturday I will email or text the list to your son.
He will have two hours to take pictures of as many things on the list as possible. Nothing on the list will require you to leave your house/street, do anything embarrassing, or post any pictures anywhere. You may not have the item at your house, but that’s okay. I’m guessing everyone will have things they don’t have.
He or a family member will have to be in each picture so that I know it’s not an image they just found on the internet. For example, if the item is a dog, it has to be a real live dog. Not a picture of a dog or a book about a dog, and he has to be at least partially in the picture.
He will either email or text the pictures to me by 3:00 p.m. He can do it as he goes, or all at once at the end.
At 4:00 we will have a zoom call to announce the winner and share a few of the pictures. The winner will get a $25 Amazon gift card. If there is a tie, we will have a drawing for the winner out of the group of tied people

Saturday Scavenger Hunt

I will send you the Scavenger Hunt list at 2pm on Saturday. When you find each item on the list, take a photo of the item. You or a family member should be in the picture. No pictures without yourself in it and no pictures from the internet. You can text or email the photos to me. The deadline is 3:00 p.m. today. Have fun and let me know if you have any questions! The link for the Zoom call at 4:00 p.m. today is at the bottom.

Scavenger Hunt List:

A live animal that is not a pet

A tower made of at least 5 rolls of toilet paper

A picture of you shooting a basket (indoor or outdoor basketball hoop)

You wearing a mask

A flashlight

Your favorite book

Five different colored socks

A bicycle or anything with wheels (except for a car or truck)

Cowboy hat

Exotic insect (not one you see every day)

You wearing a team jersey that is not your uniform

You Playing Twister

A bobblehead

A cell phone that is not a smart phone

You vacuuming

You with a picture of one of your great grandparents

Tower of coins at least 40 high

You wearing a tie

Non-American coin

Exercise equipment

A pyramid made out of cups – at least 10 cups

A wristwatch with hands

One of your official school pictures (from any elementary, middle, high school or college you attended)

A two-story house of cards

You wearing your SJS uniform (it probably won’t fit the next time you go to put it on!)

A flower

A baby picture of yourself

Video of you doing some kind of trick (ex. Juggling, yo-yo, spinning a basketball on your finger, bouncing a golf ball on a wedge, etc.)

Video of you playing an instrument (can be a homemade instrument)


PUT YOUR OWN ZOOM LINK AND PASSWORD HERE

60&older get Masks, Supplies - Area Agency on Aging

UPDATE! I just went on the website https://www.houstontx.gov/health/Aging/ and they indicate they are not providing cleaning supplies at this time.

On this site they list many things they do offer, including referrals in home sliding scale care workers.

Thanks Efamily Member Barbara Roberts for sharing!

JOB Houston Milk Plant - (Milk Receiver) - Production Partner III

Houston Milk Plant - (Milk Receiver) - Production Partner III

If link does not work - put job title in Indeed.Com

JP MORGAN CHASE ADVANCING BLACK LEADERS Virtual CONFERENCE

What is Advancing Black Leaders?
ABL is our newest diversity strategy that focuses on attracting, hiring and retaining black talent. As part of our commitment to diversity, our ABL Conference seeks to provide top sophomores, juniors or seniors, who self-identify as Black the chance to gain in-depth knowledge and deep dive in our Corporate & Investment Bank and cultivate relationships through mentoring and networking opportunities.

What to expect:
These virtual conferences are intended to provide students with the following:
Career readiness workshops
Committed mentorship to help provide guidance and support
Supplemental online activities (i.e. financial modules and other relevant courses)
These sessions and activities will provide candidates with the opportunity to engage with our senior leaders and other talented individuals across the Corporate & Investment Bank business and position them for career success and what it takes to make a real impact in their work. Candidates will learn about our firm and a number of career paths in Investment Banking, Risk, Markets, or Wholesale Payments & Corporate Banking, where they can apply their skills and interests.

Who are we looking for?
We are looking for highly driven and exceptional sophomore students, who self-identify as Black, talented and show great potential to excel in their work. We welcome all majors who have an interest in financial services.
Genuine interest and commitment in the Corporate & Investment Bank business
Exhibit intellectual curiosity and the ability to think critically
Strong initiative, energy and confidence
Excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities
Demonstrated leadership skills
Comfortable navigating and working well in groups
Fluency in English
Attend college/university in the U.S
Preferred minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale
Graduation date between December 2021 – Spring 2022
Application Deadline: TODAY! April 17, 2020

Two Conferences! To Apply:
Register For The Advancing Black Leaders Virtual Conference: Click Here.

(Women Only) To Register For The Advancing Black Leaders Virtual Women’s Conference: Click Here.

We look forward to hearing from you.

The J.P. Morgan Campus Recruitment Team
https://jpmc.recsolu.com/external/events/2-a5dzLGsOv8hF-8YM3yng

One World IdeasxAction Ta-Nehisi Coates and Heather McGhee

Hello - Over 500 people were on this zoom call, so when I tried to get in I couldn't - I asked for the youtube and here it is!!

Thank you all for registering for One World Ideas x Action with Ta-Nehisi Coates and Heather McGhee in conversation with One World Editor-in-Chief, Chris Jackson. We loved the chance to partner with our friends from the Apollo Theater and gather in (virtual) community to share ideas and important questions at such a challenging moment. It was a powerful conversation that touched on structural inequalities, the confederate flag, and the power of comic books in times of crisis.

If you were unable to join us live for the event, we would love to direct you to the evening's program now up on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vc1tqXzJ_YM

If you are interested in purchasing any of the books from last night’s conversation, links are below:

· THE WATER DANCER by Ta-Nehisi Coates

· Pre-order THE SUM OF US by Heather McGhee

· BETWEEN THE WORLD AND ME by Ta-Nehisi Coates

· WE WERE EIGHT YEARS IN POWER by Ta-Nehisi Coates

· THE BEAUTIFUL STRUGGLE by Ta-Nehisi Coates



Listen to Heather McGhee’s Ted Talk about inequality and its effects – it’s brilliant and summarizes the research and reporting she explores at greater depth in her forthcoming book.



At a recent event with One World authors Mira Jacob, Kevin Nguyen and Cathy Park Hong, an attendee named Kimberly started a google document to capture all of the book suggestions that were coming up in the chat. With a hat tip to her, we've made one for this conversation and would love for you to share favorite reads and organizations that are doing essential work in this time. Click here for the Google doc.

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As the home for Black culture for over 85 years, the Apollo Theater is still here to bring joy during these challenging times. Take a front row seat at the Apollo Digital Stage with new surprises each week, including world class performances and events, watch parties and live chats, invaluable education programs, #ApolloFam playlists, DJ dance parties, and resources to support our community and each other. Don't miss a beat - follow @apollotheater on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for the latest releases.



We hope you stay well and safe!

Best,

One World


One World Ideas & Action

DONATE PPE-Coordinated by Congressman Al Green

If you have unused, unopen PPE available that you would like to contribute to appropriate entities and were unable to contribute during the donation drive, please contact the Office of Congressman Al Green at 713-383-9234.

JOBS, STIMULUS CHECKS, TAX DEADLINE EXTENSIONS COVID-19 INFO FROM ANN HARRIS BENNETT

I hope my email finds you and your family well. As COVID 19 continues to impact our lives in many different ways, I want to reach out to you and provide some COVID19 related information that may be useful to you and your family.

This week, Houston announced it will open two testing locations for anybody who would like to get tested for COVID19. You do not need to have any symptoms but you must pre-register by calling 832-393-4220. Testing will take place Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

In addition, Harris County and The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) have other sites where you can get tested. Please click on their links above for more information.

Lastly, here are some quick resources for you.

>> The Texas Workforce Commission adds extra staff to address influx of need. You can call 800 628-5115 for assistance. https://www.twc.texas.gov/news/covid-19-resources-job-seekers

>> Federal Taxes filing https://www.irs.gov/individuals
Note: The 2020 tax filing deadline has been delayed until July 15.

>> Stimulus checks - Do you qualify?
For most taxpayers, payments are automatic, and no further action is needed. This includes taxpayers who filed tax returns in 2018 and 2019 and most seniors and retirees.
https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payment-information-center


>> Harris County Property Taxes
Note: A three-month extension of all 12-month delinquent property tax payments has been given as a result COVID 19.
P.O. Box 4622
Houston, TX 77210-4622
713-274-2273
https://www.hctax.net/Property/PropertyTax

Please continue practicing social distancing and stay home as much as you can. Together we can make an impact on the spread of COVID19.

Thank you and stay safe.

NASA JOBS AT KBR

On Tuesday, April 21 and Wednesday, April 22 KBR will host a 2-day Skype interview event whereby candidates can interview remotely from the safety and comfort of their homes, for the following skillsets, on NASA projects. Cut and paste the link below in your browser. Also try Indeed.com for NASA Jobs - we are headed back to the Moon 2024 - there are openings!



https://www.kbr.com/en/insights-events/event/johnson-space-center-skype-recruiting-invitational

Census JOBS