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Chi Alpha Zeta chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc.
On November 21st, we have having a community service event at ASU West.
Event: Prematurity Awareness Tea
Date: November 21st, 2009
Time: 11 AM
Location: ASU WEST :: CLCC Room
Street: 4701 W Thunderbird Road
City/Town: Glendale, AZ
For additional information, contact Melissa Harper at info@chialphazeta.org.
AZEA Awards Nomination Night
The 2010 Arizona Excellence in the Arts Awards
November 21
Starts at 7 PM
Doc's Place, 40 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix
Click on the flyer below or visit www.EventSpecialtyPartners.com for more information.
“The Road from the NFL to Entrepreneurship”
The Phoenix Chapter of the National Black MBA Association cordially invites you to join us November 17, 2009 at the University of Phoenix Hohokam Campus, Schafer Room, 2nd floor, 4605 E Elwood St., Phoenix, AZ.
Networking and Refreshments: 6:30pm
Keynote Speaker: 7:00pm
Q&A 8:00pm
Keynote Speaker
Roddrick B. Newhouse, 44 Management - Director of Wealth Management
Rodd is son the of former Dallas Cowboys running back Robert Newhouse and has amassed over eight years in management and the front-offices of the National Football League (NFL), where his duties ranged from the evaluation of collegiate and professional players to the advance scouting of future opponents to negotiating contracts. With a lifetime of accumulated expertise and knowledge in the world of sports that is unmatched by any other.
Learn more about the company at www.44management.com or www.44management.wordpress.com
About the company:
Most athletes struggle with moving to the next level of sports. Whether that is from high school to college, college to professional, professional to post-career, transition is paramount for most athletes at every level. Most never figure out what is going on until it is too late; if ever. 44 management provides a unique message uncovering the truth and dispelling the fiction associated with the business of collegiate and professional sports. Our message is unbiased with “no spin”. Our strategic relationships with athletes, high schools, universities and businesses help each athlete maximize his maximum earning potential on and off the playing field.
The Phoenix Chapter of the NBMBAA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1991. We are proud to recognize our years of dedication to the personal, professional and community empowerment of our members.
Kindly RSVP by Email to rsvp@phoenixblackmba.org or call the Chapter Hotline at 877-529-4504
Freeport-McMoran Copper and Gold and Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon are hosting the 6th-Annual State of Downtown Event on Nov. 17.
Please read the flyer below for more info.
The Healthy Lifestyles: Health Forum & Fair offers an excellent opportunity for community residents to learn about more health issues that are affecting our community and how can equip ourselves with the knowledge to take better care of our mind, body and spirit.
The Healthy Lifestyles: Health Forum & Fair will be held on Dec. 12 from 10 AM to 3 PM at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church in Phoenix.
The organizers are still seeking vendors for the Healthy Lifestyles: Health Forum & Fair. If your business or organization is interested in participating, please contact Apryl Neal at (602) 614-5094 or apryl@azalumni.com.
On Nov. 22, Downtown Phoenix will play host to the 2010 Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Pageant at the Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix. And what a special night this will be!
PhxSoul.com is proud to be a media sponsor of this phenomenal occasion. I've never been big on pageants, but I served as a judge last year and was truly blown away by the entire experience!
In a day when we see so many negative images of black girls and women in the media, it is especially inspiring to be able to acquaint yourself with the most beautiful, talented and intelligent African American young ladies (ranging in age from 13 to 27) that Arizona has to offer.
For me, the talent portions of the Miss Black Arizona competitions are the most interesting because they really separate the "women from the girls." You can really see who's going through the motions and who wants to WIN!
This year promises to be more exciting because the organizers and sponsors of the 2010 Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Pageant are hosting festivities throughout the Nov. 20-22 weekend. I encourage you to support the contestants on Nov. 22 as they vie for the scholarships, prestige and the crowns!
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Friday, Nov. 20
"What Is Good Hair" Film, Panel, Forum, Reception at 7 PM - at the Sheraton Crescent Hotel, 2620 W. Dunlap Ave. Phoenix. Arizona Stylists and Barbers, Miss Black Arizona Contestants and Door Prizes. Presented by the Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation, Rare Essence Studio, The Write Up and PhxSoul.com.
Saturday, Nov. 21
Miss Black Arizona Night on the Town plus Hair and Beauty Ice Cream Party.
Sunday, Nov. 22
Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Pageant at the Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix. Starts at 6 PM. Tickets are $15 in advance; $20 at the door.
Visit www.missblackarizona.com for more information.
The Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Pageant is pleased to announce its 2010 Sponsors: Cox Communications, Westcor, Tiffany & Co., Interscope Records, Sony BMG, Phoenix School of Law, Dr. Miracles, Hair-A-dize, Lamik Beauty, State Farm Good Neighbor Dondrell Swanson.
Media partners include: PhxSoul.com, The Write Up Newspaper, 101.5 Jamz, The Arizona Informant and News Channel 3!
Save The Date for the Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Pageant on November 20-22, 2009!!!
The Arizona Black AIDS Task Force is hosting a FREE Community Dinner and a FRANK and OPEN DIALOG ABOUT HIV/AIDS and SEXUAL HEALTH IN THE AFRICAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY.
Fact: Every 9 1/2 minutes someone in America is infected with HIV.
The theme of the event is "R U POSITIVE? DO YOU KNOW? PLEASE GET TESTED!"
Nov. 19, 2009
First Institutional Baptist Church Hope Center
1141 E. Jefferson St.
Phoenix, AZ
Time: 5:45-8 PM
This event will promote citywide awareness of HIV/AIDS in the Phoenix community and its impact on African Americans.
Please RSVP by calling (602) 212-6753 - Space is limited
The Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce's (GPBCC) 11th Anniversary celebration, "Telling Our Story," will be held on December 11 at the Phoenix Convention Center.
This event will feature Johnathan Rodgers, President & CEO of TV One, who will deliver the keynote address. The GPBCC will also present the Corporate Business Partner and Small Business Partner of the Year awards.
The GPBCC seeks the community's support - there are opportunities to become Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze or Table Sponsors. Send an e-mail to info@phoenixblackchamber.com to request a Sponsorship packet.
Mr. and Mrs. PhxSoul.com attend the GPBCC gala last year and we had an amazing time. If you are able to attend this event, I strongly encourage you to do so. It's an excellent opportunity for you to mingle with the Valley's movers and shakers.
Please visit phoenixblackchamber.com for more information.
Join the Greater Phoenix Urban League Young Professionals for the group's Soulful Solstice Scholarship Fundraiser on Nov. 20 from 6-9 PM at the Wells Fargo History Museum in downtown Phoenix.
Please read the flyer below for more info.
The Artists of the Black Community/Arizona (A.B.C./AZ) will be hosting ARTLINKS FIRST FRIDAYS at Bentley's Lounge, 308 N. 2nd Ave., Phoenix from 6-10 PM on the following dates:
ARTLINKS FIRST FRIDAYS will feature some of the finest African American art - ceramics, paintings, drawings, sculptures, mixed media and much more. Light refreshments and entertainment will be provided.
Admission is FREE to the public.
For more information, call Larry Wilson at (480) 694-9415.
Open Mics, Special Performances for Teens, College Students and Adults Black Pearl Productions (BPP) offers TWO WEEKLY shows which include an Open Mic (anyone can sign up and read), poetry slams for those whom wish to compete to go to various events. Also, the show will host special guests, such as poets from HBO Def Poetry Jam, Cave Canem Fellows and national and international slam champions.
Black Pearl Poetry Tempe Thursdays
Time: 7:30 p.m. (doors open), 8:00 p.m. Show starts, 10 p.m.(time to go)
Location: MADCAP Theaters, 730 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, Ariz.
(at Seventh and Mill on the strip next to Uno's restaurant)
Cost: $5 general/$4 student
Hosted by Ed Mabrey, Myrlin Hepworth and guest hosts
Black Pearl Poetry Phoenix Fridays
Time: 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m.
Location: The New Fair Trade Café, 424 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
(downtown at the Civic Space Park beneath the large Net Artwork close to Central Ave. and Van Buren St., across from ASU Walter Cronkite building)
Open Mic, Poetry Slams for adults, ASU students, and teens 14-19
Cost: $5 general/$3 student/$2.00 Teens (14-19)
Please visit blackpearlpoetry.blogspot.com for more information!
The Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation Drive for the Sojourner Center kicks off August 10!
The Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation's goal is to gather as many items as possible and deliver these women and children some items that will help them re-establish their lives and make it through.
Please read or click on the below flyer, and spread the word to your friends, family members and co-workers.
You may not like the fact that I'm saying this but I have to admit that I haven't been the biggest fan of Rev. Al Sharpton over the years!
Yes, I understand he has been a pivotal figure in the fight for civil rights for the last four or five decades. Without his contributions, I probably wouldn't have the freedom to own PhxSoul.com and say what's on my mind. I completely respect him for his bravery and his willingness to stand up for our rights.
However, I haven't been a fan of the manner in which he serves as one of America's black leaders. He's been loud, boisterous, overbearing and in some cases, he's stood up for people who made him look bad in the end (Tawana Brawley)!
But today, Rev. Al Sharpton made me realize something - he is a smart businessman! You should have seen all of the media that converged on the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church Gymnasium this morning in Phoenix (June 19)! He is a polarizing personality and he knows how to capitalize on his "brand!"
As he spoke to the crowd, I paid attention to the reaction of the crowd and the messages he was conveying. He really got people riled up!
The majority of the attendees were Latino because Rev. Sharpton came to Phoenix to help local politicans and organizations "lobby" for immigration reform. During his speech, Sharpton talked about Section 287(g) of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRAIRA) which basically allows law enforcement to get away with racial profiling!
Section 287(g) has allowed Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio to make life miserable for Latinos here! Section 287(g) gives his deputies the authority to detain people based on their color! His deputies have raided entire neighborhoods! Remember Arpaio's raids on Guadalupe and Mesa?
That kind of racial profiling is completely unfair and reminds me of the Jim Crow era and all the injustices that our forefathers endured! Rev. Sharpton is absolutely right ... African Americans and Latinos should be working together to stop racial profiling and enact immigration reform.
Rev. Sharpton said all the right things today but I had to wonder ... why is he REALLY here?!
Is he REALLY here to fight for Latinos or is REALLY here to stay relevant?
No doubt, Rev. Sharpton is a civil rights crusader! He earns his living off divisiveness and racism! And Arizona is a hotbed of divisiveness and racism!
Illegal immigration is a major issue in America that won't see a resolution anytime soon!
If Rev. Sharpton can become of the major faces in the fight for immigration reform, he'll have a job for the rest of his life!
You can't tell me that Rev. Sharpton doesn't have a business interest here! And the fact that he's going to have a "showdown" on television with Arpaio makes me even more curious about his motives!
PhxSoul.com readers - what do you think about Rev. Sharpton's visit to Phoenix area? Is he here for the right reasons? Do you feel that more African Americans should help Latinos fight for their civil rights? Click on the Comments link below to share your thoughts!
Within the last two or three years, I've noticed a dramatic increase in the number of networking events geared toward African Americans and business owners who wish to appeal to African Americans in the Phoenix area.
I think it's great to see professionals here trying to utilize these events to establish new contacts and promote their products/services. These networking socials are actually a lot of fun!
However, I wonder how effective these networking happy hours and socials have been for people here.
From an awareness standpoint, these gatherings have been great for PhxSoul.com! They've allowed me to spread the word to thousands of people who may have never heard about my Website! From a monetary standpoint, I haven't seen the "full fruits" of my labor but things are improving. I get positive feedback about PhxSoul.com from almost everyone I meet and that makes everything I do worthwhile.
But I want PhxSoul.com readers to chime in ...
Please feel free to share your answers by clicking on the Comments link below!
Last year, the Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation awarded more than $4,000 in scholarships and prizes to nearly 30 contestants!
With a sold-out show, more than 600 people in the theater and on the heated patio witnessed the best in talent, beauty and education on a state level with 28 beautiful, educated and talented ladies!
The evening was culminated with the crowning of the 2009 Miss Black Teen Arizona USA, Rozan Latham and Miss Black Arizona USA, Brittanee’ Perkins.
Over the last five months, Rozan and Brittanee’ have indeed made their marks on the state of Arizona. Visiting Washington, D.C for the National Photo Shoot both queens networked and mingled with delegates from other states. Rozan Latham attended the Inauguration of President Barack Obama, a moment not soon to be forgotten. Since being crowned in November 2008 collectively, Brittanee’ and Rozan have participated in more than 75 events including: The Keys Community Center Christmas Toy Drive, The Bill Pickett Rodeo, the "State of the State Address" with Governor Jan Brewer and much more.
Recruitment for the 2010 Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Pageant has started and will cease on October 15, 2009. The Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Pageant will highlight the African American community and serve as a platform for young women and teens to showcase their talents, intelligence and beauty.
The pageant weekend showcase will take place on November 20-22, 2009 in the Phoenix area.
The pageant committee is seeking outgoing, talented, driven and strong African American females ages 12-27 for the Miss and Teen divisions. The Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation will offer monthly workshops for all contestants including workshops on: Financial Planning, Dressing for Success, Pageant Etiquette and the 1st Annual Miss Black Arizona Fashion and Beauty Expo to name a few.
Beginning in September, Workshops and events will be held bi-weekly. Workshops are designed to help prepare the contestants for the pageant and well as develop the contestants in mind, body and spirit! Prospective contestants should visit www.missblackarizona.com to register for the 2010 pageant.
The African-American community is highly encouraged to get involved in this esteemed event, we are seeking guest speakers, volunteers, judges, financial support, prize sponsors (products and services), and supporters to continue to make dreams come true for our delegates. The community support of the 2009 Miss Black Arizona USA and Miss Black Teen Arizona USA Scholarship Pageant will speak volumes to the recognition and encouragement of academically talented young women. The Miss Black Arizona Pageant is a non-profit corporation recognized under the 501(c) 3 code of the IRS.
About the Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation
The Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation was developed to promote cultural, social, and leadership status, on a state and national level within the African American Community. The
Pageant provides a forum for today's African-American woman to express their viewpoints, talents and accomplishments to audiences. The Miss Black Arizona Pageant is a community-driven organization and is committed to addressing health and education, two leading social issues in the African American community. The Pageants celebrate scholastic achievement and believe that education is the key to lifelong success and empowerment. The Miss Black Arizona Pageant promotes education and leadership by providing scholarship opportunities to its winners. The Miss Black Arizona Pageant and Scholarship Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, recognized under the 501(c) 3 code of the Internal Revenue Service. It is our mission to provide educational opportunities to outstanding young women of color and to develop the 'whole woman mind, body, and spirit. Miss Black Teen Arizona USA and Miss Black Arizona USA are available for interviews, event hosting, and business appearances. For more information on how you or your company can get involved with the Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation please visit www.missblackarizona.com; e-mail info@missblackarizona.com or kindly contact 602.535.1291.
Local mothers group joins national initiative to encourage reading among boys in urban communities
Mocha Moms Phoenix Chapter has joined a cutting edge initiative to foster literacy in boys, particularly boys of color. The Mocha Moms national chapter partnered with the National Institute for Literacy in 2008 to support early literacy and foster a love for books and reading.
The Phoenix Chapter of Mocha Moms, Inc. hosts "Boys Booked on Barbershops (B-BOB)" on Wednesdays at 10:30am at Ageez Hair Center, 542 W. Southern Ave in Phoenix. Anthony Gathers is the owner of both locations of Ageez Hair Center in Phoenix and in Chandler, AZ.
“Developing the love of reading is important and I am happy to have the opportunity to sponsor the book nook at both of my barbershop locations,” stated Gathers.
Boys Booked on Barbershops is a growing national initiative launched in 2004 that takes advantage of naturally occurring opportunities in the community to foster a love of reading. B-BOB reading nooks have debuted in more than 100 barbershops across the country, from Florida to Illinois. Mocha Moms, Inc. has been a B-BOB partner since 2006. Since then, more than 50 Mocha Moms chapters across the country have signed on to create reading nooks in local barbershops. The nooks feature books by and about African Americans, with an emphasis on topics that interest the barbershop clientele.
The National Institute for Literacy joined Mocha Moms last year to provide literacy information packets for parents at the barbershop launches. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, nine out of 10 African-American students have not mastered reading by the fourth grade.
Through their new partnership, the Institute and Mocha Moms are also planning a wide range of national campaigns and activities, including a "Take Your Child to the Library Day" to increase the number of children and families in communities of color who obtain library cards and who read for enjoyment. Scholastic, the global children’s publishing, media and education company, has also recently joined the effort, agreeing to provide hundreds of books to Mocha Moms chapters participating in the program.
"Young boys visit barbershops often and we think having books for the boys to read while waiting for a hair cut is just one more opportunity we can take advantage of for young boys to read," said Rhonda Jones, President of the Phoenix chapter of Mocha Moms Inc. "We are proud to encourage the love of reading in such a unique way."
To date, the Institute has published nearly 50 million copies of its scientifically-based reading and literacy publications designed for parents, families, caregivers, literacy practitioners, and educators. All Institute publications are distributed at no cost.
About the National Institute for Literacy:
At the Institute, literacy is broadly viewed-it is an individual's ability to read, write, speak in English, compute, and solve problems at levels of proficiency necessary to function on the job, in the family, and in society. Since its creation in 1991, the Institute has worked to help the nation meet some of its current-and emerging-literacy challenges. Working in partnership at the federal level and informed by research, expert advice, and stakeholder input, the Institute collaborates across organizations, constituencies, and disciplines to affect systemic change.
About Mocha Moms:
Mocha Moms is a national 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, not-for-profit group whose mission and purpose is to support, encourage and equip at-home mothers of color. As Mocha Moms, our primary concern is to ensure the health and well-being of our families. However, our concern is also greater than our families, as we recognize that when any child does not have an opportunity to fully develop his/her academic talents and intellectual pursuits, our entire community suffers. Platforms include strengthening marriages and families, promoting self-care, strong educational foundations and volunteerism. Mocha Moms, Inc. welcomes people of all genders, religions, races, educational backgrounds, and income levels. Anyone who supports the mission of Mocha Moms, Inc. is welcome to join.
The Mocha Moms Phoenix chapter offers several monthly activities and community service opportunities for members. The chapter offers mothers support group meetings, children’s activities, monthly mom’s night outs and educational seminars. For the activity calendar and membership information, please visit the Phoenix chapter Website at www.mochamomsphx.org.
Joyful Transformations, Inc. (JTI) is pleased to present an interactive training program for tween girls ages 9-12. Friendships: Making Them and Keeping Them is a 10-week program that meets each Saturday from 9-11am at Phoenix City Hall. The program runs from February 7 through April 18, 2009.
The Friendships program is designed to teach tween girls the true meaning of friendship. Participants will learn what it means to nurture and maintain healthy friendships with themselves and others. Joyful Transformations, Inc. will provide girl-friendly discussions on the meaning of friendship, interactive role-play, panel discussions with JTI’s Girl Advisory Board, t-shirts, journals, and tote bags. At the end of each program, JTI will host a graduation ceremony that friends and family will be invited to attend.
Facilitators from diverse backgrounds will lead the weekly sessions through education and empowerment exercises. Each week, participants will be given the opportunity to ask questions, express their views, share opinions, and participate in a healthy dialogue about what they have learned. Each session includes an interactive and engaging activity and ends with journaling time and a talking circle.
“I am so very excited to kick-off our very first program. Young men are told often that they can do anything and I want to make sure that young girls are receiving the same positive message. Our curriculum uses a blended learning approach to insure that the message and mentorship is powerful for all participants. From special projects and diverse facilitators to the journaling and talking circle activities at the end of each session, we have worked hard to structure a curriculum that will impact our participants for years to come,” states JTI Founder Felicia Davis.
There is a one-time $25 registration fee for this Friendships program. The registration deadline is January 23, 2009. Parents/guardians can register their girl online at www.JoyfulTransformations.org. Space is limited for this powerful program; and as such, registration will not be done on-site. A Parent Orientation will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 10am - Noon. During the orientation, parents will have an opportunity to meet program facilitators, ask questions, and review the program agenda. All sessions for the Friendships program and the Parent Orientation will be held at the Phoenix City Hall located at 200 W. Washington.
In effort to raise funds for and awareness about its various programs for girls, Joyful Transformations, Inc. (JTI) will host Celebrating Joy: An Inspirational Breakfast at the Wrigley Mansion on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at 8:30am. The community is encouraged to support JTI by sponsoring a table for $600 or purchasing individual tickets for $35. In addition to enjoying a wonderful breakfast and learning more about the organization, guests will hear from notable motivational speaker Cee Cee Michaela who will present the keynote address.
For more information about enrolling your girl in our Friendships program, Joyful Transformations, Inc., or to help us make a difference in the lives of girls in Phoenix, AZ by supporting Celebrating Joy: An Inspirational Breakfast on January 17, 2009, please visit www.JoyfulTransformations.org or contact Trineka Greer 623-703-8658.
Don’t let the girl in your life miss out on this wonderful opportunity. Register online today!
Over the past 10 years, the GPBCC has established itself as one of the premier organizations in Arizona that helps businesses and corporations achieve excellence.
Highlights during the affair included:
Corporation of the Year Award
Wells Fargo, which was honored for its historic commitment to diversity and nonprofits in Arizona and across the nation.
Small Business of the Year Award
Run With Dreams, LLC, a multi-media production company that provides a variety of services, ranging from Television Commercial Advertisements and web-based advertising, to Corporate Event Coverage.
George C. Fraser, Chairman and CEO of FraserNet, Inc. served as the keynote speaker delivered an inspirational and stirring message about the value of networking and cultivating relationships. Among his numerous achievements, Fraser is also the author of three critically acclaimed books and has been hailed as "Black America's #1 Networker" by Black Enterprise Magazine.
FraserNet, Inc. is touted as the #1 Network for Black Professionals Worldwide and will host the PowerNetworking Conference on June 24-27, 2009 in Atlanta, GA. The PowerNetworking Conference is Black America's largest networking training gathering of professionals, business owners and community leaders. Click here to learn more ...
If you own or you are affiliated with a start-up, small, medium and/or large business in Arizona, you should consider becoming a member of the GPBCC. The GPBCC offers a wide variety of benefits for entrepreneurs and business leaders including networking opportunities, referrals, mentorships, advice on research and increased visibility in the community.
Congratulations to Ron Busby, GPBCC President and CEO; JoAnna De'Shay, 2008 Dinner Chair; the GPBCC staff/volunteers and all others who made the event such an overwhelming success.
View photos from the Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce's 10th Anniversary Celebration and Awards Gala below:
Editor's Note: I was honored to serve as a judge for both pageants and consider ALL of the contestants to be winners! Arizona should be very proud of the young ladies who participated in this wonderful event!
November 23 (Phoenix, AZ) -- The Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation Congratulates the new 2009 Miss Black Arizona Brittanee Perkins and Miss Black Teen Arizona Rozan Latham!
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In what took less than four months to plan, the Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation awarded two more $1,500 in scholarships and prizes to tons of contestants! With a sold-out show, more than 600 people in-theater and on the heated patio witnessed the best in talent, beauty and education on a state level with so many beautiful ladies! In a few shorts weeks, our queens will travel to Washington, D.C for a national photo shoot with all of the state winners and witness the inauguration of our 44th president Barack Obama! The National Pageant will take place July 30-Aug. 4, 2009 in Washington, D.C, it is the hope the Miss Black Arizona Scholarship foundation will for the first time send a winner to Nationals and return with a National Title!
The pageant committee garnered support from several media entities and local Valley businesses including: State Farm Good Neighbor Dondrell Swanson, Gilbert Salon and Spa HairADize, The Arizona Vein and Laser Institute, The Write Up Newspaper which sponsored the essay scholarship for the pageant contestants and many more.
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With nearly 30 contestants competing in this year's pageant, the energy is at an all-time and high and the excitement is only beginning. Over the next year the new queens will participate in several local and state events and fulfill a year of service to the state of Arizona. Each contestant will develop a platform and do their part to help change Arizona!
As a community effort the Miss Black Arizona Scholarship foundation will be feeding needy families this season, Sharice Anderson was named Miss Community Service bringing in more than 300 can food and non-perishable items, the can food drive raised more than 1,500 items!
This year's pageant was hosted by the lovely and talented Brittney Shipp of News Channel 3 and took place at the South Mountain Community College - Performing Arts Center. Co-Hosts and Emcees included: the 2008 Miss Black Arizona Qiana Barner, teen hostess Chloe Grave, Ingrid Bohannan, Kim Tate and radio personality Jassy D of 101.5 Jamz. Contestants competed in the areas of: Interview, Personal Introduction, Talent, Personal Fitness and Formal wear, while the finalists also competed in an on stage question-and-answer competition. Prizes include a $1500 scholarship, a diamond watch, spa and beauty services, travel and modeling school and much more! For more information on this year's pageant please visit www.missblackarizona.com or call 1-866-827-4047.
The Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation would like to thank the following for all of their support: Coca-Cola, The Write Up, The Arizona Informant, Ross's Hooked and Cooked, Black Wives & Girlfriends Network, 1st Class Consultant, MystJazz PR, Dr. Miracles, HairADize, PhxSoul.com, Head To Toez Mobile Salon, Direct 2U Promotions, News Channel 3 and Brittney Shipp, Cultural Sponge, Baby T, Rated E, Wisdom, Edward Jones, Power 98.3, 101.5 Jamz, State Farm~ Dondrell Swanson, The Networking Hub, HMF Entertainment, Arizona Vein and Laser Institute, Kim Tate, Power 98.3, Ingrid Bohannon, Willie North Pole, JX3, Camilla Westenberg, South Mountain Community College, OCI3 Media, Banner Health, The Big J Company, Big L, Johndale, Career Success High School, Black Poet Ventures, IBN & Associates, Dr. Beverly Craig, Flower Kingdom, Flynn's Flowers, Whitehouse Studio, Payne and Morris, Allen's Flowers, Glendale Flowers, Raquel Lopez, Channel Powe, 101.5 Jamz, Foot Klan, N D Mix Strategic Marketing, Shandrea Solomon, Black Poet Ventures, Aj's Fine Foods, Visual Entertainment, Tanisha Takes, Ruby Graves, Brenda James, Rob Dugan, Janet Denson and all of the volunteers, sponsors, advertisers, judges, staff, and most importantly the 2009 Contestants!
Winning Results: Teen
Miss Black Teen Arizona Rozan Latham
1st Runner-Up - Jade Johnson
2nd Runner-Up - Shauntevia Hendrix
3rd Runner-Up - Kierra Hendrix
4th Runner-Up - LaSandra Brevard
Winning Results:
Miss Black Arizona Brittanee Perkins
1st Runner-Up - Whitney Graves
2nd Runner-Up - Shante' Berry
3rd Runner-Up - Samiya Ramsey
4th Runner-Up - Ashley Davis
About the Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation
The Miss Black Arizona and Miss Black Teen Arizona Scholarship Pageants were developed to promote cultural, social, and leadership status, on a state and national level, within the African American Community. It provides a forum for today's African American woman to express their viewpoints, talents and accomplishments to audiences. The Miss Black Arizona Pageant is a community driven organization and is committed to addressing health and education, two leading social issues in the African American community. The Pageants celebrate scholastic achievement and believe that education is the key to lifelong success and empowerment. The Miss Black Arizona Pageant promotes education and leadership by providing scholarship opportunities to its winners. The Miss Black Arizona Pageant and Scholarship Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, recognized under the 501(c) 3 code of the Internal Revenue Service. It is our mission to provide educational opportunities to outstanding young women of color and to develop the 'whole woman mind, body, and spirit.' The director's board for the pageant includes: Jasmine Crowe, State Director; Mechelle Tucker, Executive Director and Tamera Jordan Community Relations director. Miss Black Arizona Teen and Miss Contestants are available for interviews, event hosting, and business appearances; kindly contact (866) 827-4047 or e-mail info@missblackarizona.com.
Visit the pageant at www.missblackarizona.com.
Editor's Note: The Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce Election Watch Party was an incredible event! It was absolutely amazing to see hundreds of Obama supporters of all races there to support him and his efforts to help the United States get back on its feet! Kudos to the Black Chamber and all who attended!
PHOENIX (November 5, 2008) - The Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce celebrated the historic victory of Barack Obama with a monumental Watch Party at Stoudemire's Downtown Phoenix!
History unfolded last night as the 44th president of the United States, Barack Obama, was elected the first black President of the United States.
The celebration was seen all around the world in cites such as Obama's own Chicago, to his father's country of Kenya and even Obama, Japan, and the moment was felt amongst the African-American guests who packed Stoudamiere's downtown Phoenix, AZ to join the Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce (GPBCC) and elected hosts to witness this moment.
The Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce created an opportunity for Arizona residents to not only witness the change and celebrate the success of Obama, but also interact with African-American local and state newly elected officials in the community including: Rep. Cloves Campbell, Hon. Sandra Kennedy, Councilman Michael Johnson, Sen. Leah Landrum-Taylor an Judge Cody Williams.
The esteemed event which began at 6 PM, filled up quickly as people in their Obama attire filled the room for the countdown to history. Signage of Obama, Campbell, Kennedy and Landrum surrounded the building and the party began as CNN counted down the race to 270 with cheers from the crowd, each time Obama won a state.
However, no cheers were as loud or as memorable as those the moment, Obama was pronounced President-Elect. The crowd erupted, in cheers and tears as the DJ played the classic Stevie Wonder hit, Signed, Sealed, and Delivered.
Obama signs became a hot commodity at that point and were ripped off of the walls and pumped in the air by many happy supporters. A quiet room followed as Obama gave his acceptance speech at Giant Park in Chicago, Illinois to silent tears of joy and happiness from the many attendees. Black Poet Ventures, delivered several powerful poetic pieces as Councilman Johnson and GPBCC President Ron Busby gave memorable speeches to commemorate that moment.
"This is one of the greatest moments of my life, I am speechless really, but filled with joy that the world can't take away," said Cloves Campbell, newly re- elected House Representative.
Busby stated, "This is a very exciting time for the African-American community, we've already made history with Barack Obama becoming the first African-American presidential nominee, and we are ready for change. Forty years after the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. the reality is real, he not only stands for African-American success, but for change the world so desperately needs. We as an African-American community are celebrating his rise to success and we plan to celebrate this monumental time with him."
The change has come, a new day has begun and in the words of Barack Obama and his many supporters, "Yes We Did!"
Submit Your Photos: Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce Election Watch Party
PhxSoul.com would like to commemorate the Black Chamber of Commerce Election Watch Party with a Photo Slideshow! If you were in attendance on Tuesday night, PhxSoul.com invites you to send an e-mail to info@phxsoul.com with ONE or TWO photos of yourself. If multiple individuals are featured in your photo(s), your submission affirms that all individuals have given you permission to use their likeness on PhxSoul.com. By sending your photo to info@phxsoul.com, you are giving PhxSoul.com full, legal permission to use your likeness and the likeness of all individuals featured in your photo(s). Thank you for your cooperation. PhxSoul.com reserves the right to reject submitted photos.
During the last five years, I've noticed an explosion in the number of fundraising events that African Americans and black organizations are hosting in the Phoenix area.
The African American community has dozens of civic groups, nonprofits, churches, greek organizations, alumni clubs, committees, professional associations and a chamber of commerce in the Valley of the Sun!
I encourage these organizations to continue with their efforts to make the Phoenix area a better place for ALL of our of citizens!
However, I also want to advise ALL of them to consider collaborating more often - especially on fundraising events!
Fall and Spring are usually the busy seasons for fundraisers in the Phoenix area!
If I attended every single gathering in the Valley of the Sun, I'd be in debt up to my eyebrows! It seems like all of the agencies, big and small, are tripping over each other for our attention and our dollars! Remember, only 3-5 percent of the population in Maricopa County is African American!
My suggestion is for three to five smaller African American organizations to partner up with one of the larger black groups in the Valley for mega charity functions. Or better yet, we could have a few large-scale MULTICULTURAL fundraisers each year. This way, people of all races can work together to support each other and learn about a variety of causes. The participating agencies can decide how they divide all of the proceeds after each event.
I think this would make things easier for ALL residents in the Phoenix area. Planning and attending these events takes a lot of work and a lot of money!
Maybe if we can work smarter, we can all reap greater financial, emotional, social, professional and personal rewards!
PhxSoul.com has added a Community Calendar and a Nightclub Calendar so you can easily find African American events that are happening in the Valley of the Sun!
You should always review our Community and Nightclub Calendars - especially on the weekends - for a complete wrap-up of what's happening for US in the Phoenix area!
• In our Community Calendar, you'll get information on cultural fairs, theatrical performances, business networking opportunities, social gatherings and much more!
• In our Nightclub Calendar, you'll see recommended nightclubs, happy hour spots, spoken word venues, upcoming concerts, live local music shows and more!
• Where's the Nightlife for Mature Black People in the Phoenix Area? Click HERE to find out!
• You can also text phxsoul to 555411 for updates on your smartphone!
Special Note: If you are organizing an event that may be of interest to the African American community in the Phoenix area, please send us an e-mail! It's FREE for you to send us press releases, electronic flyers and general details to help you spread the word about your event(s) and organization(s). However, DONATIONS to PhxSoul.com are appreciated!
For more information on the Nzinga Sisterhood Circle and upcoming events, please visit nzingasisterhood.webs.com or send an e-mail to Victoria Williams.
The city's Housing Department and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development say homeowners can get assistance from several government agencies and private organizations.
In Arizona, more than 24,000 loans - many of them in Phoenix - were either in foreclosure or seriously delinquent toward the end of last year and industry experts are predicting that one in five sub-prime loans is likely to end in foreclosure.
The following could help people save their homes:
Visit the City of Phoenix Website for more information.
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The Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce offers a wide variety of benefits for entrepreneurs and business leaders including networking opportunities, referrals, mentorships, advice on research and increased visibility in the community.
The Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce hosts a number of events throughout the year to help members network, socialize and learn from each other.
Please visit phoenixblackchamber.com to learn more about this dynamic organization.
The Greater Phoenix Urban League Young Professionals is a network of young professionals, who provide leadership development, economic empowerment and community volunteer opportunities for other young professionals.
November Meeting
Mix and Mingle from 6-6:30 PM
General Body Meeting from 6:30–7:30 PM
Thursday, November 19
Location: Greater Phoenix Urban League Office, 1402 S. 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Visit gphxulyp.org for more information.
Saving our Homes from the Sub-Prime Debacle through the African American Media: A Community Forum on Recapturing our Image by Spreading the Word
Why?
The Arizona Commission on African American Affairs recently learned that many African Americans in Arizona are faced with the possibility of losing their homes due to the Sub-Prime mortgage debacle. The statistics show that the mortgages in significant portions of entire neighborhoods are about to reset to higher rates placing these homeowners in direct jeopardy.
There is help available. The problem is that though significant efforts have been made by the State of Arizona and others, the word is still not reaching many who need it most.
PhxSoul.com, along with other black news organizations in Arizona, participated in a media forum on April 17 to discuss ways to work with the State of Arizona, real estate and financial experts to share information with African Americans about the dangers of sub-prime mortgages.
In the near future, PhxSoul.com aims to provide helpful, expert information that will hopefully help those who are mired in a troublesome mortgage situation. PhxSoul.com wants to make sure that homeowners are aware of the numerous community resources that are available so they can acquire assistance as soon as possible.
Even if you are financially secure, this information should be of interest to you because you may know someone who needs a helping hand.
PhxSoul.com looks forward to bringing this important issue to your attention. In the meantime, if you have comments or any professional advice, please feel free to click on the Comments link below.
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