by Virginia Mercury Staff ACLU launches investigation into possible abuses of civil rights across campuses Following the violent police response and mass arrests of students, staff, and faculty protestors on multiple Virginia campuses this spring amid the flaring Israel-Hamas war, the ACLU of Virginia has launched an investigation into potential abuses of civil rights and liberties. The organization submitted […]
Courtesy of the Office of Community Safety Monday, October 28, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., the Office of Community Safety (OCS) will host its 3rd listening session. We’ll discuss Youth Support & Safety in our community, and how we can build a more secure community together! Prince William County’s Community Services Division will provide insight on […]
Imagine, a leading destination marketing agency, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with the African American Heritage Association of Virginia (AAHAVA) and Soul of Virginia Magazine. This collaboration aims to promote and enhance African American heritage trails across Virginia, fostering cultural awareness, economic sustainability, and community engagement. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), signed by […]
by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware For many generations, Christians have been encouraged to participate in the political system in spite of the “Be in the world, but not of the world” scripture used by many to remain aloof. The Black church, especially, has been the center of prayer and protest, and of Jesus and justice. […]
Nationwide — SMC Full Circle Doula Birth Companion Training, LLC (“SMC Doulas”) is excited to announce its upcoming Practicing African American Postpartum Care (PAAPC) Webinar, scheduled for October 17, 2024. The PAAPC online webinar oXers valuable insights into African American postpartum traditions and provides practical guidance to improve maternal outcomes and reduce postpartum illness. Solutions to Maternal Morbidity […]
by John Reid and Jennifer Roberts For more than a year, the Culture Cup has brought more than just coffee and tasty treats to the Gainesville community. On Wednesday, they celebrated their one-year anniversary with an event titled “A Panel of Black Culture, Art, and Science.” Along with owner Nikki Brown, the panelists were: Throughout […]
by Shauneen Miranda, Virginia Mercury WASHINGTON — A GOP measure barring accrediting organizations from requiring colleges and universities to adopt diversity, equity and inclusion policies as a condition of accreditation passed the U.S. House Thursday, though its fate appears dim. The End Woke Higher Education Act — which succeeded 213-201 — marks one of several so-called anti-woke initiatives and messaging bills […]
Courtesy of Prince William Public Libraries Prince William Public Libraries is joining 75 libraries and cultural organizations nationwide in Latino Poetry: Places We Call Home, an initiative that explores and celebrates the rich tapestry of Latino poetry. The initiative is directed by the Library of America and funded with generous support from the National Endowment […]
Sports, community, culture, and health will be celebrated this fall as the HBCU Tailgate Tour highlights the new Risk Less. Do More. campaign from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This multi-campus tour is an experiential celebration of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) culture that will make eight stops at college campuses […]
The Cooperative Council of Ministries (CCoM) is a coalition of churches of the Greater Prince William Area that serves and advocates for people experiencing homelessness, and poverty. The Cooperative Council of Ministries is hosting the 7th Annual Bill Mehr Drop-In Center Banquet on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at the St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church 12351 All […]
