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And Still We RISE: Celebrating HBCUs Achieving Distinguished Carnegie Research Institution Status
We are thrilled to share that 40% of our beloved HBCUS are recognized as Research Colleges and Universities!


Cydny A. N.
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Mass Incarceration: The Long Overdue Need for Criminal Justice Reform, Clemency, Pardons and Justice
Mass incarceration has had far-reaching consequences on the Black and Latino community from economic disparities, disrupting families, strai


VBLM
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The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's "Top 10 Over 40!"
The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's "Top 10 Over 40!" The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine (VBLM) will recognize 10 outstanding...

Cydny A. N.
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To Nikki Giovanni, from Mars with Love
Despite the immense amount of preparation you shared with us through your words and writings, to imagine a world without your physical...


VBLM
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Poet Nikki Giovanni to Headline Virginia State University's Second Triennial James Arthur Baldwin International Symposium (ST-JABIS | 2024) as Artist-in-Residence
Free and open to the public: The Second Triennial James Arthur Baldwin International Symposium (ST-JABIS | 2024), October 24 – 26, 2024...


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The "Sister II Sister Sorority Luncheon" Celebrates Unity Among Virginia's Divine Nine Sisterhood
The Luncheon just came to me as a great way to use my media notoriety to host an event that would allow us to disprove the myths...


VBLM
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Remarks by Vice President Harris During Keynote Address at the Democratic Nation Convention
Vice President Kamala Harris is making history as the first Black and Indian American woman to secure the Democratic Nomination for...


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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Students Starting to Recover from Post-Pandemic Learning Loss
Student SOL Results show improvements in Math and Reading in Grades 3-8 and High School Math and Science; Chronic Absenteeism Shrunk 16%...

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The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's 2024 Virginia Networking Reception!
Join us to reflect on this year’s #CBCALC make authentic networking connections and develop strategies to impact policy in a good...


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June is Black Men's Appreciation Month at VBLM: Meet Mr. Scott Price
Scott is a Trustee at New Bethel Baptist Church and Board Member for the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce. He is also a Board Member fo


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June is Black Men's Appreciation Month at VBLM: Meet Mr. Chris Shorter
Chris Shorter was named County Executive for Prince William County, Virginia, by the Board of County Supervisors in October 2022.


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June is Black Men's Appreciation Month at VBLM: Meet Mr. Demetrius Frazier
Meet Mr. Demetrius Frazier:
Demetrius Frazier is the Vice President, Chief Learning Officer for Kaiser Aluminum, Inc., a $3.1 billion...


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Empowering Black Heritage, Juneteenth Parade at Prince William Forest Park
Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine (VBLM) and its Founder, Ms. Cydny A. Neville, were honored to host the "4th Annual Greater Prince William


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Celebrate Juneteenth! Join the Community for the 4th Annual Greater Prince William Juneteenth Parade!
The Greater Prince William Community is invited to celebrate freedom and unity at this year's "4th Annual Greater Prince William Juneteenth


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Amplifying the Black Origins of Memorial Day
Let us honor all who have served and made the ultimate sacrifice. Let's also acknowledge the echoed whispers of our ancestors who created...

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The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's Black Women's History Month Recognition 2024: Meet Dr. Shelley Viola Murphy!
Dr. Shelley Viola Murphy, known as “familytreegirl,” is a dedicated genealogist with over three decades of experience. Born in Michigan...


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The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's Black Women's History Month Recognition 2024: Meet Sandra Wilson!
I aim to create a supportive network for black business owners to flourish. It's been an amazing journey so far, and I couldn't be more...


VBLM
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The Virginia Black Lifestyle Magazine's Black Women's History Month Recognition 2024: Meet Bianca Myric!
A Petersburg, Virginia native, Bianca Myrick is a mother, daughter, sister, and connector of people and resources. She is the founder and...

Cydny A. N.
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Oscar Winner Cord Jefferson: On Life, The Film Industry, and The Future.
He is a celebrated award-winning writer and journalist whose credits include but are not limited to: "Watchmen," Master of None...


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Community News: Preservation Virginia's African American Fellows Program
Preservation Virginia’s African American Fellowship (AAF) program supports individuals with an interest in preserving African American...
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