The Africa-America Institute will host its 40th Annual Awards Gala on September 24, 2024, featuring a Presidential Fireside Chat with H.E. Nana Akufo-Addo, president of the Republic of Ghana, and H.E. Joseph Boakai, president of the Republic of Liberia, and honoring the late H.E. Dr. Hage Geingob, former president of the Republic of Namibia and an AAI alumnus.

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NAACP President Derrick Johnson and Missouri State Conference President Nimrod Chapel Jr. have called on Missouri's Republican Gov. Mike Parson to halt the execution of Marcellus Williams, a Black man on death row who has consistently maintained his innocence, due to the lack of physical evidence linking him to the crime scene and racial bias during the original trial.

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Stevie Wonder is embarking on a 10-show tour this fall, titled "Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation's Broken Heart," to inspire unity and healing, and is offering free tickets to individuals working to mend the nation's broken heart.

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The State Department has launched an online passport renewal system for millions of Americans, allowing them to pay, upload a photo, and apply online without having to appear in person or send documents through the mail.

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Black women in the U.S. have a significantly higher risk of breast cancer mortality across all subtypes, due to factors such as systemic racism, socioeconomic inequality, and inadequate access to high-quality cancer treatment.

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The 2024 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference discussed the impact of AI on African Americans, with panelists emphasizing the importance of access to technology, the need for responsible AI development, and the importance of the human factor in the operation.

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The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference is a profitable event for entrepreneurs like Ralph Jean-Pierre, who sells custom jewelry, and corporations like Amazon, Google, and Coca-Cola, who have large booths in the exhibit hall.

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Howard University is a driver of economic progress in the Washington metropolitan area, with a total economic impact of $1.575 billion, and is investing in its communities and creating jobs through its real estate strategy.

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The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Annual Legislative Conference panel on the Road to Health Equity discussed the importance of inclusive and equitable clinical trials, trusted messengers, and addressing past and present barriers to encourage community engagement.

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Whitman-Walker's Max Robinson Center in Congress Heights has celebrated its one-year anniversary, offering a wide range of health services, research programs, and a cozy atmosphere to the local community.

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