SEQ Census 2020 Complete Count Committee Launch

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South East Queens Initiates Complete Count Committee for Census 2020

WHY: According to a recent report by Professor Reamer of Georgetown University, the US distributes $883,094,826,042 from 55 programs (based on FY 2016 numbers). The 2020 Census will implement new technology, for the first time giving respondents the opportunity to reply online as well as by mail or phone. It is critical that we inform, educate and activate respondents, to ensure we have the highest possible response rate. Funding and planning for hospitals, schools, roads, businesses and emergency services will be impacted by the data collected during the Census, making this a critical community endeavor.

WHO: U.S. Representative Gregory Meeks, NYS Senator Leroy Comrie, NYS Assembly Members Alicia Hyndman, Clyde Vanel, Council Members I. Daneek Miller, Adrienne Adams, District Leader Richard David, Melva Miller of the Association for a Better New York, and local civic, faith-based, cultural, academic and community leaders.

See Why Highly Decorated Veteran And HBCU Wellness Educator Is Awarded Atlanta VA Health Care System Research Volunteer of the Year

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Highly Decorated Veteran And HBCU Wellness Educator Charles Singleton Awarded Atlanta VA Health Care System Research Volunteer of the Year

The first annual Atlanta VA Health Care System Research Volunteer Of The Year Award was presented to Dr. Charles Singleton last week by Atlanta VAHCS Interim Director Dr. Ajay Dhawan. Dr. Singleton, a Vietnam Veteran and Purple Heart recipient, was nominated by the research team at the Atlanta VAHCS Visual and Neurocognitive Rehabilitation (CVNR).

He is a passionate volunteer who participated in an extensive research study over the course of six months, and motivated his fellow research participants with his enthusiasm and dedication for the program in the process.  In addition to participating in the study, Dr. Singleton volunteers with research related activities including writing an article about his experience as a research participant for the Center newsletter and making a detailed journal about his experience to share with other Veterans and research participants.

Speaking at the event, Associate Chief of Staff for Research, Dr. C. Michael Hart, acknowledges that research participants “selflessly and altruistically give their time, energy, (and sometimes samples) to enable the process of biomedical research. Without volunteers for clinical research studies, the pace of progress and understanding in treating human disease would be significantly impaired. We are all thankful for and indebted to these volunteers.”

If you are interested in learning more about what research is taking place at the CVNR, visit http://varrd.emory.edu/active_studies/

If you would like to contact the Atlanta VAHCS Clinical Studies Center, please call 404-321-6111 ext 204934.

San Francisco Retired Firefighter Says He Was a Victim of Paramedic Brutality

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RETIRED BLACK FIREFIGHTER SAYS HE WAS RECENTLY A VICTIM OF PARAMEDIC BRUTALITY

San Francisco, CA -- Retired San Francisco Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Estrada believes he was a victim of paramedic brutality. He says he recently summoned 911 to his residence for help after he was overcome with pain from a back muscle spasm that made it difficult to stand to his feet.

Paramedic Unit 54 of the North Las Vegas Fire Department arrived. The crew asked Mr. Estrada some basic questions, mostly about medical insurance, but never performed a physical assessment. Mr. Estrada informed them that he was a retired San Francisco Firefighter/Paramedic and was injured while battling a six-alarm blaze on May 21, 2009, which can be viewed on YouTube by searching "Enoch Estrada." He also showed them all of his horrific injuries, but they did not seem to be interested in his history.

He says he walked to the doorway unassisted by the crew. At 6'1" 280 lbs, they could barely lift Mr. Estrada into the ambulance on their gurney. It would have been easier had they called for an engine company to help with the lift. According to Mr. Estrada, "The ride was bumpy and painful and tears streamed down my face."

Foundation Reunites 3,000 Fatherless Children With Their Biological Dads

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THIS FOUNDATION HAS REUNITED OVER 3,000 FATHERLESS CHILDREN WITH THEIR BIOLOGICAL FATHERS

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, The Fatherless Generation Foundation Inc. and Dr. Torri J. Evans-Barton, are experts at reuniting children with their fathers.

Nationwide -- Michigan Native, Dr. Torri J. Evans-Barton, Founder & CEO of The Fatherless Generation Foundation Inc. (TFGF) has successfully reunited 3,112 fatherless children with their biological fathers. 1 out of 3 African American children grow up in a fatherless household and according to the National Center for Fathering, 72.2% of the U.S. population believes, fatherlessness is the most significant family or social problem facing America.

After reuniting with her biological at 31-years old, Dr. Torri J. found her purpose in working with fatherless individuals to help them heal from their fatherless journey through reunification and if reunification is not possible tools for healing. Over the last six years, her "Father's Day" segment on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show where she reunites fatherless children and their biological fathers live on the air gives hope to fatherless children and their fathers that one day they will be reunited.

Dr. Torri J. is also the proud recipient of The President Obama Lifetime Achievement Award and various other awards solidifying her as a fatherless & reunification expert. She has also been featured in JetMagazine, on BBC Radio, CBS Radio, and NBC Black.

Black-Owned Skincare Line Signs Supermodel Jessica White as Brand Ambassador

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NEW BLACK-OWNED SKINCARE LINE FOR WOMEN OF COLOR SIGNS SUPERMODEL JESSICA WHITE AS THE BRAND AMBASSADOR

Nationwide -- Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Skin Care Specialist, Dr. Myla Bennett, has officially signed Supermodel Jessica White, as the the official brand ambassador for her recently launched skincare line, Pretty Rx by Dr. Myla. As the ambassador for the brand, White will represent Pretty Rx via a global campaign which will inspire women to unleash their inner and outer beauty and live more confident lives.

White has positioned herself as the 'model of her generation' after spending 11 years as the face of Maybelline and was the first African American model to hold two separate cosmetic campaigns, Maybelline along with Covergirl. After securing her supermodel status by appearing on the catwalk of the infamous Victoria Secret fashion show, White has been on the runways for fashion houses such as Ralph Lauren, Marc Jacobs, Oscar De LaRenta, and Tommy Hilfiger. She has been featured in editorials for Teen Vogue, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar and in campaigns for Chloe, Covergirl and Gap. She was a natural fit for the Pretty Rx brand. White will appear in elements of the brand's holistic marketing campaign, including TV, print and digital advertising, in-store displays, public relations, and social media.

Pretty Rx by Dr.Myla is a cutting-edge medical grade skin care line. The brand was developed by Dr. Myla for the sole purpose of helping women have clear, radiant skin while making them feel comfortable so that makeup would become optional. Dr. Myla has been the skin care specialist to some of the leading names in the entertainment industry including Supermodel Ashley Graham, Grammy Award winning Singers Toni and Tamar Braxton, and many more. Dr. Myla's goal has been to gain exposure to cutting edge products, treatments, and surgical procedures to prevent, slow down, and even reverse the signs of aging.

Educator Turned Entrepreneur Launches Products to Help Children Grow Emotionally

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BLACK EDUCATOR TURNED ENTREPRENEUR LAUNCHES PRODUCTS TO HELP CHILDREN GROW EMOTIONALLY STRONGER

Nationwide -- The Feeling Friends®, created by African American educator and entrepreneur Karen Cuthrell, is a Social Emotional Learning program that teaches children to identify, express, and manage their feelings. The foundation of The Feeling Friends is love is the most important feeling. It is in this love that children grow emotionally stronger.

The Feeling Friends are just what educators need to teach social-emotional learning to their students. It gives children the vocabulary to identify, express, and manage their feelings.

The Feeling Friends include professional development for early childhood teachers which helps teachers develop their SEL skills. It also includes direct instruction with effective interventions embedded within the activities, giving children repeated opportunities to practice SEL skills throughout the day.

Black-Owned Tech Venture Address Under-representation In Clinical Trials

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NEW BLACK-OWNED TECH VENTURE HELPS MINORITIES KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN TAKING  MEDICATIONS

 
Nationwide -- Whenever taking medication, one naturally assumes the treatment will work. After all, the medication's effectiveness is based on years of clinical trials. However, this may not always be the case if you're a person of color.

Historically, participants in clinical trials tended to be white men. Then in 1993, Congress passed the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Revitalization Act to increase the number of women and minorities in clinical trials.

However, clinical trials still lack adequate representation of people of color. For instance, one study found "less than 2 percent of the National Cancer Institute's clinical trials focus on any racial/minority population as their primary emphasis."