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July 3, 2009
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In a previous post, we asked is eight enough? A virtual question of where do we go from here? Today there are millions of blogs, news sites, etc. However, there seems to be fewer stories. At least fewer of the ones we want to buzz about. Stories full of potential, creativity, innovation, good news which remains our mission just as the first day we started.
What is life without growth and potential? What is life’s work without paying it forward, sharing of knowledge, filling a need. After attending George Fraser’s PowerNetworking, meeting wonderful people as well as mentors, we were inspired to take our work to the next level.
The experiences, potential, and some of the most amazing stories are out there. At the same time, there myths about how to marry offline and online to maintain personal relationships. Logging off to actually go to PowerNetworking was a hurdle for our team, but proved most successful. It was amazing as people commented to our team about putting a face with the work that we’ve done and the reputation we uphold.
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African-centered public school co-founder plans walk from the school to Washington, DC
June 26, 2009
School’s Founder To Walk For African-Centered Education
Florida’s only African-centered public school today announced that its co-founder and current Board Chairman, Amefika D. Geuka will walk from the school to Washington, DC to dramatize the urgent need for African-centered education for children of African descent. Geuka and his colleagues have dubbed this venture a “Trek for African-Centered Education,” to be conducted from July 15th through August 15, 2009. In addition to gaining credibility for African-centered education, the walk is expected to raise money to close the funding gap for Geuka’s Joseph Littles-NGUZO SABA Charter School which completed ten years of continuous operation on January 20th of this year. Overall coordination and planning for the walkathon has been contracted to iZania, LLC based in Columbus, Ohio.
Geuka’s walk will cover 1,011 miles, with pledges being sought for every mile walked by him and dozens of expected collaborators along the route. Geuka and surrogate walkers plan to average 33 to 35 miles per day, requiring 10 to 12 hours. Walkers will depart from the school at 5829 Corporate Way in West Palm Beach at 9:00 AM on Wednesday, July 15th, and culminate on or about August 12th with ceremonial stops at the U.S. Department of Education and White House where prepared statements in support of African-centered education will be read. African-centered schools in the nation’s capital will be asked to host a victory rally after the statements have been read.
Both President Barack Obama and his Secretary of Education Arne Duncan have spoken strongly in favor of public charter schools, which are designed to explore creative and innovative approaches to educating students who do not fare well in traditional public schools. Geuka and other advocates and practitioners of African-centered education argue that theirs is the most effective way to encourage children of African descent to aspire to be successful in education and personal development. The African-centered approach to providing a strong cultural foundation for children of African descent is being adopted across the country by school districts, public schools, private schools, and charter schools. This pedagogical approach is gaining acceptance as an important and necessary component in the development of Black children. They draw parallels between the ‘ACE’ approach and the generally accepted contention by Jews and Catholics that their respective students learn best when their formal education is rooted in study and appreciation of their own heritage history, and culture.
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Catch the Buzz at PowerNetworking “Success Runs In Our Race” June 25-27th Atlanta
June 24, 2009
Dispatching Buzz team to PowerNetworking 2009 Conference “Success Runs In Our Race.” Follow the Buzz
FraserNet, Inc.’s PowerNetworking Conference is known for attracting top talent from the African-American business community. As in previous years, the 2009 conference will take place in Atlanta. Workshops, panels, National Town Hall Meeting, and networking will all happen from June 25-27 at the Marriott Marquis in downtown Atlanta. Confirmed appearances include Ed Gordon, Marc Morial, Les Brown, Dr. Julianne Malveaux, Bev Smith, and other well known experts, speakers, and luminaries. Sponsors include Ford, Home Depot, Delta, Dell, Pitney Bowes, Coca Cola, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Chick Fil-A, and other major companies.
To enhance PowerNetworking’s audience engagement, FraserNet consulted with networking and audience engagement veteran Yalanda Lattimore from Sistributions Internet Media, webmaster and editor of DryerBuzz.com. With over 20 years of experience in engaging niche audiences, Yalanda Lattimore, top strategist at Sistributions, devised a goal oriented plan addressing key components and concerns of African Americans in bringing FraserNet’s audience to networking in real time.
“I am truly delighted to work with Sistributions in bringing our twenty year mission online with social media. Yalanda provided a strategy from which we can build while at the same time address our immediate need to launch a program adaptable to the various technology levels of our audience.” says George Fraser, Chairman & CEO of FraserNet Inc.
PowerNetworking 2.0 “Succeeding Through Tough Times” will be clear and help to foster stronger relationships. Both those in attendance as well as viewing through social networking tools will take away a their own unique experiences and a wealth of information. “Our strategy for FraserNet’s PowerNetworking Conference was to deploy networking tools, such as Twitter and Posterous, which allow for quick adaptability and utilization while at the conference,” says Yalanda.
Sistributions will present a unique demonstration during the opening of the conference as well as provide “social networking” concierge service. DryerBuzz.com will also provide on-going coverage over the three day conference.
More information about the 2009 PowerNetworking Conference and registration visit PowerNetworkingConference.com or follow the buzz @PowerNetworking | @DryerBuzz . The Conference keyword or tag is #powernetworking and #frasernet.
Conference Agenda
Thursday, June 25, 2009
8:30am – 5:00pm Registration
11:30am – 12 noon Ribbon Cutting, Libations & Exhibitor Showcase Opens
12 noon – 1:00pm PowerPlenary Jeff Johnson (Cousin Jeff)
“Why Success Runs In Our Race”
1:30pm – 3:00pm Les Brown’s “Speaker Showcase”
3:30pm – 5:00pm PowerPlenary George Fraser & Veronica Conway
“Clicking Through Black Mastery” & 30 Second Soundbite Contest
5:30pm- 6:45 pm Welcome Reception & Affinity Networking with Corporate Executives
7:00pm – 9:00pm Town Hall Meeting – Open to Public
“Our 10 Point Economic Recovery Plan for Black America”
Moderator: Ed Gordon, Panelists: Rev. Jesse Jackson, Marc Morial, Roslyn Brock, Dr. Ron Daniels, Dr. Robert Watkins, Keith Wyche, George Curry
9:30pm – Midnight Speed Networking @ The Pulse Club with Dr. Joel Martin & Kym Yancey
Friday, July 26, 2009
8:30am – 5:00pm Registration & Exhibitor Showcase
9:30am – 11:00am PowerEvent
“Elevator Pitch” Olympics: Your Business Idea in 2 minutes”
Moderator : Kym Yancey, Judges: Tommy Dortch, CarterDrew, Jock Smith, Anita Williams, Bob Donaldson
11:30am – 1:30pm PowerLuncheon
“Salute To Phenomenal Black Women”
Co-Hosts: Emma Fraser Pendleton, Dr. Joel Martin, Lisa Nichols. Honorees: Julianne Malveaux,Dr. Barbara King, Janice Bryant Howroyd, Bev Smith, Leona Davenport, Teresa Hairston
2:00pm – 3:30pm Workshops
Youth Program; Finding The Leader in You; Dr. Farrah Gray
Caught Between A Dream and A Job; Delatorro McNeal
Grow Any Business Idea in 90 Days; Andrew Morrison**
The Wealth Mindset That Creates Millions; William Patterson
Career Killers You Must Avoid; Keith Wyche
Web 2.0: Do-It-Yourself PR By Getting Found Online, Part 1; Peggy Duncan
Brand and Market Yourself Like Your Life Depended On It; Gerry Foster
Lead, Follow or Get Out of The Way; Emma Fraser Pendleton
4:00pm – 5:30pm PowerPanel
“The Impact of the Economic Crisis on Diversity and Inclusion”
Moderator: Dr. Roosevelt Thomas, Panelists: Keith Wyche, Reggie Williams, Mary Frances Winters
6:00pm – 8:00pm Dutch Treat Dinner with Workshop Presenters
8:30pm – Midnight PowerNetworking at The Pulse Lounge
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Saturday, June 27, 2009
8:30am – 5:00pm Registration & Exhibitor Showcase
9:30am – 11:00am PowerPanel
“How the Web, New Media & Social Networking Are Impacting Your Business, Career & Life: New Moves in a Tech Savvy World”.
Moderator: Darrell Miller Panelist: Brent Leary, David Bullock, Jomo Bellard, Dwight Miller
11:30am – 1:30pm PowerLuncheon “BrainShare Auction” with Gerry Foster, Entrepreneur of the Year Awards
2:00pm – 3:30pm Workshops
Youth Program: How to Write Your Own Ticket in College and Beyond Delatorro McNeal**
Web 2.0 Do-It-Yourself PR By Getting Found Online. Part 2; Peggy Duncan, Pam Adams
Selling for Black People: Think You Can’t? Learn How…Now!; Delxino Wilson deBriano
The Networking Tools and Practices That Turn Contacts Into Contracts; Kym Yancey
Making Money Online; Andrew Morrison, Brother Bedford
How To Lead a Rich Life in What You Think is a Poor Economy; William Patterson
Swim With The Sharks Without Getting Eaten Alive: Corporate Career Strategies For Challenging Times; Emmett Vaughn, Eugene Kelly
Unlock Millions in Government Contracts Through Strategic Alliances; Dan Sturdivant & Lanona Sykes
4:00pm – 5:30pm PowerPlenary Rev. Dr. Otis Moss Jr.
“This Is Our Moment: Show Up, Stand Up and Succeed”
6:00pm – 8:00pm Dutch Treat Dinner With Presenters
8:30pm – Midnight Closing Party “Old School Reunion” with Video DJ Ellonzo Hanks
** DryerBuzz Attending Items In Bold
More information about the 2009 PowerNetworking Conference and registration visit PowerNetworkingConference.com or follow the buzz up to the minute with @PowerNetworking | @DryerBuzz . The Conference keyword or tag is #powernetworking and #frasernet.
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Entertainment mogul Tyler Perry Among Those to be Honored at Covenant House Annual Awards June 24
June 15, 2009
Atlanta – In Atlanta, 1 in 4 of the city’s youth ages 16-21 lives in poverty. Each year over 18,000 people, (mainly women, teens and young children) are trafficked into the United States for the purpose of sexual exploitation or forced labor.
On June 24, 2009 Covenant House Georgia will host its second Awards Luncheon, honoring distinguished individuals and organizations who are dedicated to the quality of life of the homeless youth in Atlanta at The Loudermilk Center in Downtown Atlanta from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. These honorees provide hope, promise and opportunities for today’s youth. They represent unconditional love, respect, service, advocacy, and family in the community. They are the Voice for the Homeless.
This year we are presenting The Youth Photography Project with “The Voice of Homelessness” award, Ms. Patrice Coleman with “The Volunteer of the Year” award and entertainment mogul Mr. Tyler Perry with “The Philanthropist of the Year”.
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The Color Complex: Are African-Americans Still Divided By Skin Color – talkblack.net
June 2, 2009
TalkBLACK to host Atlanta’s premier discussion group for African-American professionals the age-old topic of skin color.
“I have outlined a number of differences among the slaves, and I take these differences and make them bigger. I use fear, distrust, and envy for control purposes. These methods have worked on my modest plantation in the West Indies, and it will work throughout the South. Take this simple little list of differences and think about them. On the top of my list is age but it is only there because it starts with an “A.” The second is COLOR or shade; there is intelligence, size, sex, size of plantation, attitude of owner, whether the slaves live in the valley, on a hill, east or west, north, south, have fine or coarse hair, or is tall or short.”
talkblack.net - These are the words of Willie Lynch, who in 1772 allegedly shared this plan with his fellow slave owners about how to best divide and control his African slaves. Do you think his “plan” is still in play? TalkBLACK, Atlanta’s premier discussion group for African-American professionals, plans to explore the age-old skin color issues that persist within our community. Our talk will cover…
- How we are still very divided by skin color (or are we?)
- The color divide as it relates to gender
- Is President Obama having an impact?
- Is First Lady Michelle having an impact?
- The roots of our skin color issues
- The role that mass media & pop culture plays in this phenomena
Join us for a thought-provoking discussion.
JUNE 2009 TalkBLACK Topic
What: “The Color Complex: Are African-Americans Still Divided By Skin Color?”
When: 1-3 PM SHARP, Sat. June 6, 2009
Where: Mocha Match Coffee Bar, 627 E College Ave Suite F, Decatur, GA.
(near Figo restaurant in the East Decatur Station shopping plaza
404-377-7788, www.mochamatch.net.
Details: Please respect our panelists by being on time and plan to support this BLACK-OWNED business by purchasing at least one item; beverage or snack. For more information on the group, visit www.TalkBLACK.net.
Side Buzz from DryerBuzz.com/I20Justice.com November 2007:
Willie Lynch Gets a Re-Write 295 Years Later – Finally The Cycle Is Broken
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SocialChangeTwit of the Day: @Original_Don tweeting the RCP Movement
May 7, 2009
At post time, @Original_Don is 417 tweets into a twitter addiction to change the world. Tweeting from sunny South Florida, he links the RCP Movement.
“Respect Yourself, Check Yourself, Protect Yourself” (RCP)” was started November 2006, in South Florida (Broward County) to expose and highlight the crisis our generation is facing with the HIV/AIDS virus, particularly, black communities (*stats as shocking as 1 in 35 infected rate). After the “Silence is Death” report came down from Tallahassee in 2006, pointing out the high numbers of infected Blacks in Florida; some eyes opened up and hence the birth of RCP. RCP is a social marketing campaign created by Rize & Shine, Inc. a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that promotes, markets, and advertises public awareness of the risks associated with HIV/AIDS. Read More
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Org Awards Exploratory Team Announced
April 23, 2009
Seeing Is Believing — An exploratory team is now forming to create an embodiment for the recognition of the unsung hero. With a passion for community organizing and continued support for charitable organizations and foundations, Yalanda Lattimore and a developing team will bring to fruition “The Org Awards.”
The team will explore the boundaries and deciding factors as to how recognition will be giving to local or national unsung heroes. A few of the deciding factors will cover if the awards will reach beyond the “Seeing is Believing” headlines of DryerBuzz; beyond Atlanta; or reach into the realm of social networking. Another task now before the team is the selection process.
With the growth of and as a leader in social networks, the Internet will no doubt play a major role in all consideration. As the process and vision become more clear and defined, updates for The Org Awards will located online at www.OrgAwards.org.
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Social Networks Not the Place for Social Change for African Americans?
April 11, 2009
African Americans are narrowing the digital divide, but filling it with what?
DryerBuzz.com Commentary Y. Lattimore – We’ve spent the last twenty (20) years at the fore-front of the coming age of technology, all be it to say waiting for African Americans to catch up. Knowing that if ever a place existed to disseminate information, act or react as a cohesive group, or define some semblance of unity – the Internet would be the place.
During the first ten years, we watched the so-called digital divide. In a previous wave of Internet growth (2002) the outlook of the divide was as such:
(2002 news.cnet.com) — More than half the population of the United States is now online, an increase of 26 million people in 13 months, and the number continues to grow. The report also shows that Internet use is continuing to increase for everyone regardless of income, education, age, race, ethnicity or gender. Even groups not historically “early adopters” are growing their online presence. For instance, the DOC report shows that 39.8 percent of blacks and 31.6 percent of Hispanics are online.
Today, watching online interaction in real time, we ponder if social networks will ever be the place for social change for African Americans? Perhaps its another five to ten years away.
(2009 – pewinternet.org) Some 39% of Americans have positive and improving attitudes about their mobile communication devices, which in turn draws them further into engagement with digital resources – on both wireless and wireline platforms.
Despite the availability of infinite information and access with PDA’s (personal digital assistants i.e. cell phones, iphones, blackberries etc), and despite Google, YouTube, Twitter, Ustream etc., the responsibility for social change still today falls in the hands of or on the backs of a few.
You can’t log onto the NAACP website and get 24/7 real time information. At post time, there are only four (4) NAACP twitter accounts with a total of 227 followers combined. There are also four accounts with the name Al Sharpton with a total of 55 followers. National Urban League [ @NatUrbanLeague ] has 127 followers. Not to negate what each has done or is doing, but if we are not using the tools available, it’s no wonder the faith of the community waivers in time of need.
At post time, there have been three African American men (aside from President Obama) to take the top tweet spot at twitter — entertainers Ray J, Diddy and Snoop Dog. Comments about Ray J and his reality show were purely driven by African Americans so the possibility to be on one accord exists. There were a couple of others that we won’t mention as they were trending because of criminal activity. At the same time, the exploding agenda that should be trending amongst African American online but the trail runs dry.
Change could come. We’d like to know and see from this explosion of African Americans narrowing the digital divide in 2009 that there will be social change. That today’s infinite access will:
- decrease the number of African American males and females entering the prison population
- decrease the number of African American unwed mothers – now 80% by current reported stats
- decrease the number of police brutality incidents and murder
- dramatically decrease and affect the HIV/AIDS epidemic
- decrease the stigma associated with African American fathers
- bring a halt to high crime rates (often reported to come from lack of education, resources and single parenting)
- decrease dependence on celebrity as a means out of poverty and social acceptance
- increase support of African American institutions, organizations and charities
- increase visibility of positive lifestyle and culture of being African American
- we could go on and on
But here’s what we’ll do, beyond our daily headlines: as we continue to monitor African Americans in real time, we continue this post below in the comment section with real time updates and links. One thing we have learned in this process is that change, though inevitable, takes time and must be desired. Sometimes those looking for change, just don’t know where to look.
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Daily Assault: Hey Burger King: It’s Sponge Bob Square Pants Not Square Butts
April 11, 2009
The Daily Assault – Thanks to Burger King, got to have “the talk” with the kids again. They just turned the kids meal into a sex toy with a freakish commercial starring Sponge Bob “Square Butts”, Sir Mix A Lot, and the burger King. Didn’t we tell kids not to be enticed by strange people offering food, toys and cartoons and how it can put them in inappropriate situations? Sponge Bob was so innocent.
Viral Video Gone Wrong:
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Drum Major for Justice Awards Dinner Saturday, April 4, 2009
March 31, 2009
Cicely Tyson, the Ron Clark Academy and Dr. Joseph E. Lowery among participants in an evening of reflection and celebration
Atlanta, GA – SCLC/Women’s Organizational Movement for Equality Now, Inc. (SCLC/W.O.M.E.N.) will celebrate thirty years of empowering women and strengthening the Black family during the annual Drum Major for Justice Awards Dinner Saturday, April 4, 2009, at the Omni Hotel Grand Ballroom in the CNNCenter in Atlanta. For ticket information call (404) 584-0303.
“SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. was founded thirty years ago to champion the rights of women, children, and families,” says Evelyn Gibson Lowery, founder of SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. “Despite the many challenges, I am proud to say that we’ve provided a wide range of programs to enhance the lives of low-income and disadvantaged youth and adults. It gives me great pleasure to celebrate this tremendous milestone in the organization’s history by honoring individuals who exemplify our mission,” Lowery adds.
Distinguished women presidents of Historically Black Colleges and Universities will be honored for their work in higher education; environmental activist, Laura Turner Seydel, will be awarded for her leadership on environmental issues; and Ron Clark, founder and president of the Ron Clark Academy, will be honored for his success utilizing innovative techniques to educate disadvantaged youth. Students from the Ron Clark Academy performed the song “You Can Vote However You Like” at the Inauguration of President Barack Obama.
Award winning actress, activist and humanitarian, Cicely Tyson, will receive an award for her lifetime contribution to the arts and social justice. Known for her portrayals of strong female characters, Tyson played a slave woman in the The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman; the mother of Kunta Kinte, in Roots; “Harriet Tubman” in A Woman Called Moses; “Marva Collins,” in The Marva Collins Story; “Coretta Scott King,” in King; and “Rebecca” in the film Sounder.
Renowned stage director, Kenny Leon, will serve as master of ceremonies.
“This will be an exciting year,” says Scarlet Pressley-Brown, co-chair of the dinner. “In addition to our prestigious honorees, the Ron Clark Academy singers will perform, and Rev. Lowery, who delivered the benediction at President Obama’s Inauguration, is our special guest. It will be a family oriented affair, and SCLC/W.O.M.E.N is dedicated to fortifying families.”
The Drum Major for Justice Awards Dinnerpays tribute to present day “Drum Majors” – individuals who have made major contributions advancing the social justice cause in their respective fields. Founded in 1979, SCLC/W.O.M.E.N., Inc., is an independent 501 (C) (3) nonprofit organization providing a diverse array of services to improve and empower at-risk and low-income families. Programs include: youth mentoring, domestic violence education, HIV/AIDS education, and computer training. Their Heritage Pride program hosts the annual Evelyn Gibson Lowery Civil Rights Heritage Tour through the cradle of the civil rights movement and has erected 13 monuments honoring civil rights icons. For more information or to purchase tickets call (404) 584-0303.
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