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HBCU Garden Club Fights Food Insecurity Through “Foodscaping”

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Food insecurity remains a significant challenge for many families in Houston. Reports indicate that one in five families struggles to access sufficient food. The World Health Organization reports that this issue extends to college campuses nationwide, where approximately 40% of students face difficulty obtaining healthy, nutritious meals.  In response to this pressing concern, the College […]

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Coppin State University Launches Homeownership Initiative to Boost West Baltimore Communities

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Courtesy of Coppin State University Coppin State University has unveiled an exciting new initiative to foster homeownership among its employees while contributing to the revitalization of West Baltimore neighborhoods. The “Live Near Your Work” program, developed in partnership with the City of Baltimore, offers generous financial incentives for Coppin State staff who choose to buy

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HBCU Grad Launches Unique Bookstore and Wellness Boutique in Atlanta

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By Ashley Brown In a remarkable fusion of literature and wellness, Dr. Viola Lanier, a distinguished Morehouse School of Medicine graduate, has opened A Better Today Books & Boutique in Marietta, a suburb of Atlanta. Officially opened on Nov. 30, this innovative establishment stands out for its commitment to promoting reading and holistic well-being. A

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HBCU Seeks Aspiring Farmers for Comprehensive Training Program

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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is inviting aspiring agriculturalists to join its Beginning Farmers Class, a key initiative of the Small Farm Program. Dr. Henry English, the program director, announced that recruitment is now open for this enriching series of workshops designed to equip participants with essential farming skills. The Beginning Farmers Class

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Howard University Hosts Panel to Address Black Maternal Health Crisis

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By Amber Dodd In partnership with Walmart and the PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship, Howard University hosted a Maternal Health Panel at the University’s College of Medicine.  The panel coincided with the Congressional Black Caucus’ 53rd legislative session as congressional affiliates drafted and advocated for bills to address the Black maternal crisis. Black women are

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HBCU Hosts Inaugural Edamame Picking Day to Promote Sustainable Agriculture

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On Oct. 12-13, Fayetteville State University held its inaugural Edamame Field Picking Day at the Central Crop Research Station in Clayton, North Carolina. Supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation and the North Carolina Collaborative Seed Grant, the event drew over 40 participants eager to learn about sustainable agriculture and health-conscious food options.

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N.Y.C. Housing Plan Moves Forward With an Unexpected $5 Billion Boost

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By Emma G. Fitzsimmons A major plan seeking to address New York City’s housing crisis won approval from a City Council committee in a key vote on Thursday, bolstered by an unexpected pledge of $5 billion in city and state funds for affordable housing and infrastructure projects. The plan, known as City of Yes, is designed

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Morehouse Healthcare East Point Offers New Behavioral Health Services for Children and Adolescents

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Courtesy of Morehouse School of Medicine Morehouse Healthcare (MHC), the clinical arm of Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM), announced it is offering new child and adolescent behavioral health services at its East Point clinic, operated in partnership with Fulton County and Atrium Health. Mental health treatment and therapy is now available in person and virtually for individuals from

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Kentucky State University Launches Mobile Health Units To Serve Underserved Communities

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Courtesy of Kentucky State University Kentucky State University is set to launch one of its three new mobile health units in Louisville. This will take place at the Family Health Centers, Inc. – Portland site and promises to enhance access to healthcare for underserved communities in the area. This initiative, supported by the Cabinet for

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United Way’s Women United Group Amplifies, Advances, and Advocates Change in Childcare

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“Having the means to afford childcare was a big challenge for me then, and decades later, it remains a challenge for too many mothers today. It is extremely expensive. Quality childcare today can cost $500 a week. How can parents afford it, especially when they have more than one child?”  —Women United Executive Council member

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