DJ Produces Hit Reggae Song, Now in Demand

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ECHOSLIM IN DEMAND AFTER PRODUCING HIT REGGAE SINGLE WITH JAMAICA'S KOFFEE

"To work with one of the hottest reggae artists is always a good feeling for me. Especially early in her career. She's extremely talented and I believe with consistency, she's going to be one of the greats," said EchoSlim. "I was honored when Walshy Fire of Major Lazer told me that Koffee liked my track when he played it for her. I have been working on a lot of different projects and traveling doing DJ gigs, but I knew this was something I had to focus on once Walshy gave me the news."

Echo Slim recently released his own EP, titled "Frens Fi Years" with his production crew by the same name, and has been on an upward trajectory ever since including; releasing a house track called "Groove" that he co-produced with Kenyan born Minnesota based DJ, The Real Jeilah, which they have licensed with renowned house record label Soundmen on Wax. His other recent single titled "Ask For What You Want," a smooth afrobeat inspired, Sade-esque song, featuring singer / songwriter Alexander Star, is also making waves internationally. Receiving radio play in Canada, Nigeria and the UK among many other countries. EchoSlim has also kept busy through his work, DJing all over the globe.

Black Foundation Gets Funding From Verizon to Bring Virtual Reality into the Classroom

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BARON JAY FOUNDATION AND GRX IMMERSIVE LABS RECEIVE GRANT FROM VERIZON TO INTEGRATE VIRTUAL REALITY INTO CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION

Los Angeles, CA  Verizon has selected the Baron Jay Foundation and GRX Immersive Labs for a grant as part of their Verizon Innovative Learning initiative.

The Baron Jay Foundation, committed to increasing computer literacy in at-risk youth, partnered with VR company GRX Immersive Labs to offer immersive education through Virtual Reality storytelling. By exposing youth in underserved communities to innovative digital technology, the collaborative will be preparing these students for a wide range of careers in STEM.

STEM is the new frontier, revolutionizing business and the world as we know it. Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (and Art) will soon serve as the core base for a majority of careers, drawing talent from all around the world. In the United States, there is a critical need to ensure our educational systems fully prepare today's students to thrive in tomorrow's fast-paced, tech-driven economy. Unfortunately, not all schools are created equal.

HBCU Students to Study Abroad in Russia

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CIEE AWARDS FULL SCHOLARSHIPS TO DIVERSE COHORT OF STUDENTS FOR SUMMER STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS IN RUSSIA

Nationwide -- As part of their efforts to expand access to study abroad to underrepresented groups, CIEE has awarded full scholarships for summer study abroad programs in Moscow or St. Petersburg, Russia, to 17 students who attend either an Asian American Serving Institution, a Hispanic Serving Institution, or an HBCU.

The scholarship winners, selected on the basis of academic achievement, Russian language study, and essays describing how a summer in Russia would advance their career goals, are:

• Antonio Rernandes, Lehman College
• Augustine Egan, University of Houston
• Ayesha Alam, Lehman College
• Catherine Louise Ruev, University of New Mexico
• Glenn Elvendahl, University of New Mexico
• Hoai Depp, University of Massachusetts Boston
• Kyra Miller, University of New Mexico
• Liam Philip, Queens College
• Margaret Vatter, University of Massachusetts, Boston
• Paul Vaughan, University of Houston
• Peter Monegro, Hunter College
• Rebecca Hentges, University of Houston
• Riley Connolly, University of Illinois Chicago
• Sonya Gupta, University of Illinois Chicago
• Sophia Williams, Howard University
• Tyler Gentry, Howard University
• Witold Peebles, Queens College

"At this critical juncture in U.S. and Russian relations, we're excited to help increase global harmony by sending a group of young ambassadors to Russia who reflect the diversity of our country," said James P. Pellow, President and CEO of CIEE.  Recipients of the scholarship will continue their study of the Russian language, and can take courses in Russian history, film, literature, and US-Russian relations. They will live with local Russian families, and take part in co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding. There are also opportunities to engage with the community through volunteer work with local organizations.

Learn How This Investor Is Teaching People To Start Investment Clubs

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INVESTMENT CLUB SEMINAR TEACHES AFRICAN AMERICANS HOW TO START AN INVESTMENT CLUB

Attorney Kevon L. Chisolm will be teaching a seminar on starting an Investment Club Click Here For More Info 

Nationwide -- Black WallStreeter Consultation Services, LLC, has announced that an Investment Club Seminar will take place in Chicago, IL at University Cowork located on 6127 S. University Ave. This important financial investment event is being run by Kevon L. Chisolm, Esq., a well-respected investment club advisor to help people understand how an investment club can and will change financial futures.

The event is free with the purchase of his ebook entitled Financial Legacy: Building Wealth Through Investment Clubs. The book can be purchased online at www.theblackwallstreeter.com.

It is no secret that living in the USA has become more expensive and that people are worried about their financial future. Many people the following unanswered questions. How are they going to afford to purchase their first home?

When will they be be able to retire from their job? When will they pay off their student loans? That is why millions of people each year try to invest their money and other financial schemes but sadly with little or no results. However, investing with like-minded people who also want financial success and with shared knowledge can be a very rewarding experience. That is why for some, investment clubs have become popular again.

Black-Owned Food Manufacturer Expands to 3,000 Kroger Stores

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BLACK-OWNED FOOD MANUFACTURER, NEILLY'S FOODS, TO EXPAND NATIONWIDE DISTRIBUTION TO MORE THAN 3,000 KROGER STORES

York, PA --  Neilly's Foods, a York-based company have announced that they will expand the distribution nationwide of 6 SKUs of their all-natural and easy-to-prepare Rice Mixes. The expansion is to include Kroger Nationwide and other Kroger's banners like Fry's, Food4Less, Ralphs, QVC and more. Kroger is the second largest general retailer in the United States with over 3,000 locations nationwide.

Included in the expansion are Neilly's Zesty Rice and Red Beans Mix, Jerk Rice and Black Beans Mix, Cajun Gumbo Rice Mix, Coconut Rice Mix, Jambalaya Rice Mix and Brown Rice Jambalaya Rice Mix. The national retailer already carries Neilly's Line of Healthy and Multicultural Rice Mixes in about 600 locations.

Black Girl Group Making History in Music

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THIS MUSIC TRIO -- AGES 9, 11, AND 12 -- ARE MAKING HISTORY AS THE YOUNGEST HIP-HOP/ POP GROUP IN THE COUNTRY

Philadelphia, PA -- The Royal Mix, a Philadelphia based Hip-Pop performance group, consists of three talented young ladies Saniyah Babb aka Jaye, Rashiyah Dennis aka Bronze and Giselle Martin aka Gigi. These urban princesses are a triple threat who promote music and lyrics that are positive and showcase young ladies who enjoy having fun.

The hottest track this summer will be The Royal Mix's new hit single "What You Know" which is now available across all music streaming platforms.  In addition, their new music video "What You Know" is available.  Please see their new video below...

Book For Black Boys Celebrates 25 Years

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POWERFUL BOOK FOR YOUNG BLACK BOYS CELEBRATES 25 YEARS WITH A PLEDGE TO GET 1 MILLION NEW READERS

Nationwide -- Jerald LeVon Hoover is the published author of a Young Adult (YA) title, one of a few books targeted toward young Black and Brown boys ages 12 and up, My Friend, My Hero. This novella has become a staple, as recommended reading in elementary through high schools across the country and around the world. That is a distinct honor Hoover shares with a short list of African-American male YA authors including: Walter Dean Myers, Kevin Powell, Kwame Alexander, and Ralph Burgess.

My Friend, My Hero is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a commemorative edition that includes an addendum of book discussion questions and now available; a full curriculum with a companion Student Success Guidebook, Teacher's Guide, and Unit Assessments containing lesson plans. The goal is to promote Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in the classroom by providing strategies for students to make better choices and gaining much needed confidence to support unleashing their inner greatness.

Hoover states, "Exposing Black and Brown children to a barrage of negative imagery and expecting their positive self-image to remain intact is ridiculous, insensitive, unjust, and unfair."