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This November, we have the chance to shape our nation’s future by electing leaders at the federal, state, and local levels and voting on policies that can affect our daily lives. Voting is our right, civic duty, and collective power.

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month - a crucial time to remind us that awareness and early detection can save lives and to encourage us to prioritize our health and take proactive steps to reduce our risk of breast cancer. 

The 2024 Paris Olympics have been a showcase of incredible athletic talent from around the world, and Black US Olympians have been leading the charge. From record-breaking performances to historic wins, these athletes have proven to be among the best of the best.

August is Black Business Month! According to 2021 Census data, 161,031 of the United States businesses were Black-owned. These businesses represent the entrepreneurial spirit that fuels our economy. From vibrant local shops to groundbreaking startups and established enterprises, Black entrepreneurs continue to drive innovation, creativity, and economic growth, overcoming countless challenges to achieve their success.

July is Black Family Month! A special time for us to honor the strength, resilience and rich heritage of our families. The family is the backbone of society, playing a vital role in shaping communities and generations. It is within our families that we learn many things, such as values, life lessons, and build confidence and self-esteem. This month is the perfect time to strengthen family ties, support one another, and cultivate a sense of belonging and pride. Whether it’s cooking family recipes, going on a trip organizing a family reunion, enjoying a delicious barbecue, or having a storytelling

session with our elders, let’s make it a point to engage in activities that bring us closer.

June 19th honors Juneteenth, a momentous occasion in American history. On this day, 159 years ago, two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, to proclaim the freedom of all enslaved people in the state.

Happy Mother’s Day! In recognition of Mother’s Day, Black PR Wire celebrates all mothers and mother figures. Mothers are the backbone of every family. Mothers are their child’s first teacher, therapist, cook, coach and so much more. Mothers are the first women that we all adore. Everything we know we owe to the matriarchs of our lives. This Mother’s Day, take time to honor your magnificent moms who have given and sacrificed so much for you. 

It’s National Minority Health Month (NMHM)! This month-long celebration observed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health (OMH) highlights the need for better health outcomes for racial and ethnic minority communities. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, some chronic diseases and the factors that lead to them are more common or severe for certain racial and ethnic minority groups in the United States. Economic stability, education access and quality, social and community context, and health care access and quality are some of the factors that influence health disparities.

Happy Women's History Month! From sports to government to the entertainment industry and beyond, Black women continue to inspire and uplift our community. Only this year, remarkable Sistas like Beyoncé, who...

In recognition of Black History Month, Black PR Wire and media partner, Business Wire will host a webinar to discuss Artificial Intelligence and its opportunities, challenges and impact in the Black community, including the...

Happy New Year! The Black PR Wire Team wishes this year brings you and your business endless possibilities and immense growth. The new year is the perfect time to outline new objectives, reaffirm commitment and embark on...

Everyone can use a little holiday cheer, right? Well, as the holidays usher in, Black PR Wire would like to spread some end of the year holiday cheer. In honor of the Christmas Season, Black PR Wire is wrapping...

Entrepreneurship can be the gateway to success. Conceptualizing an idea and bringing it to life can reap the sweetest rewards. Although entrepreneurship means different things to different people, it typically... 

Back in 2000, I realized that there was a void in sharing news about people of color to the Black publishers, writers and reporters nationwide. Seeing this need, and knowing the value of this service and how it would impact our...

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) are institutions of higher education in the United States that were established before the Civil Rights Act of 1964 with the intention of primarily serving African Americans...

It's Black Business Month, a time to acknowledge and recognize the contributions of black-owned businesses across the nation and their key role in advancing diversity and equality. From local neighborhood ...

Did you know that July is National Black Family Month? This holiday is all about celebrating families and important family members. We all know that family is extremely important within the black community. So, this...

Happy Juneteenth! On June 19^th, we celebrate the freedom of African Americans from slavery in the U.S.  This momentous occasion was proclaimed a federal holiday by President Joe Biden in 2021.

Mothers are the backbone of every family. Mothers are their child’s first teacher, therapist, cook, coach and so much more. Everything we know we owe to the matriarchs of our lives.

April is National Minority Health Month! Every year, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health (OMH) observes National Minority Health Month to emphasize ...