Thrivin'
April, 2019
April is recognized as National Minority Health Month. This is a time to raise awareness about the health disparities that continue to affect racial and ethnic minorities, and the health care law’s groundbreaking policies to reduce these disparities and achieve health equity.
March, 2019
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Black PR Wire will recognize “Sistas Who Succeed!” All month long, we will showcase the many accomplishments and achievements of our friends and colleagues nationwide who strive to make an indelible difference in their lives, and who have touched and warmed our hearts with happiness and joy!
February, 2019
In recognition of Black History Month, Black PR Wire (BPRW) will salute and pay tribute to the Power of the Black Media!
January, 2019
A new year is here! On behalf of the Black PR Wire team, we wish you a happy, healthy and prosperous new year. Just about everyone made resolutions that we vowed to stick to this year: think more creatively, learn a new skill, lose weight, spend more time with family and friends … the list goes on and on. It’s important that we keep and stick to our resolutions, as it builds character, diligence, and determination traits.
December, 2018
This Holiday season, African Americans throughout the nation … Will gather together in celebration; To reverence the birth of Jesus Christ; And rejoice for the day we were given eternal life. We will rush to fulfill all of our shopping needs; And go out of our way to do good deeds.
November, 2018
We all know that giving is a part of living. Each year, everyone looks forward to Thanksgiving Day to give thanks for the many blessings that they have received throughout the year. Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings and stuffing our bellies with turkeys, stuffing, and homemade pumpkin or potato pie.
October, 2018
Ahh … a world without breast cancer! Education and awareness are part of the answer. Did you know that Black women in the U.S. are 40 percent more likely to die from breast cancer than white women?
September, 2018
Now is the time to make justice a reality for all of God’s children. It would be fatal for the nation to overlook the urgency of the matter.”
- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 1963, “I Have a Dream...” speech
This powerful message from Dr. King will forever resound true. The Congressional Black Caucus is doing everything in their power to hold steadfast to this mantra and ignite the community to make it happen. On September 12-16th, the Congressional Black Caucus will host its 48th Annual Legislative Conference at the Walter E. Washington Conference Center in Washington, D.C. This year’s theme is fittingly The Dream Still Demands Courage, Resilience, Leadership, and Legislation.
August, 2018
Did you know that there are 101 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the country? This fall, Black PR Wire will put college students attending these universities on the write path!
July, 2018
What has been your motivation to thrive and how will you continue to do so? Black PR Wire (BPRW) will address this question and more on our soon-to-be released YouTube channel.
June, 2018
The country is at a crossroads and time will record the leaders and organizations that took significant action to deliver positive change. During the 32nd Annual Conference of 100 Black Men of America, Inc. members from their global network will convene in Hollywood, Florida to offer attendees relevant workshops, panel discussions, community forums and more.
May, 2018
As part of their Minority Leadership Series, which aims to empower and connect multicultural business professionals, Black PR Wire and Business Wire will host a mixer and live discussion entitled “Brands in Demand.” The event is set to take place on Thursday, May 10, 2018 from 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Business Wire HQ, located at 40 E. 52nd Street, 14th Floor, New York, NY.
April, 2018
Caring is sharing! Did you know that the month of April is officially recognized as National Minority Health Month? Numerous health providers work tirelessly each day to raise awareness about the health disparities that continue to affect racial and ethnic minorities.
March, 2018
Every March we celebrate women making strides, breaking barriers and making history in this country. They are our mothers, daughters, sisters and friends whose contributions to society have made an impact on the lives of many.
February, 2018
Do you have a brand in demand? Business Wire and Black PR Wire will host/present our annual Black History Month Webinar as a part of this year’s Minority Leadership Series.
December, 2017
Just in time for the holidays - Enjoy this December issue of Thrivin'! Merry Christmas and Happy Kwanzaa from your friends @BlackPRWire!
November, 2017
Everyone looks forward to Thanksgiving Day in America. It’s a time for family gatherings, turkeys, stuffing, and homemade pie. Thanksgiving is also a time when we give thanks for our many blessings throughout the year.
October, 2017
Image Works, a professional development firm, will host its three-day workforce professional training conference, “Hiring from the Sidelines,” on October 25-27, 2017. The conference is set to take place at the Thurgood Marshall Center in Washington, DC, located at 1816 Twelfth Street, NW.
September, 2017
Exploring today’s issues from an African American perspective, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) is set to take place September 20 - 24, 2017 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington D.C. This year’s them is: And Still I Rise.