The ZB Agency Conference Returns to NYC
By: Jewel Benton Zoe Bogan's journey to empowering women began during her 13-year tenure at KPMG, one of the Big Four global accounting and professional services firms. While there, she developed programs and activities designed to help women advance in their corporate careers. That experience inspired her to launch her own professional development company, ZB Agency, which will host its third annual conference on Thursday, Nov. 12, in New York City. "I focused on revenue bec
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National Action Network to Celebrate Black Excellence at Triumph Awards
Written and Photos By: Bill Allen The National Action Network will host its 16th Annual Triumph Awards on Nov. 6, 2026, at historic Carnegie Hall in New York City, honoring Black leaders and trailblazers whose contributions have made a lasting impact across a range of industries. Established by the New York-based civil rights organization, the Triumph Awards recognize outstanding achievements in the arts, business, civil rights and entertainment. The awards were created to hi
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NYABJ Remembers Long Time Member Darrell T. Hazelwood
NYABJ Staff NYABJ lost a pillar of our community, and we wanted to take this opportunity to share memories of our dear friend Darrell T. Hazelwood. Darrell T. Hazelwood was a silent yet perennial presence at National Association of Black Journalists conventions, letting his 35mm camera and long lens speak. The images, clockwise from the upper left: The Trotter Group opinion writers’ 1995 White House meeting – Gregory Freeman, Betty Winston Baye, DeWayne Wickham, et al, with
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Philly HBCU Week Celebrates Football, Culture and the Legacy of Historically Black Colleges
Written and Photos by: Bill Allen What began as a football game designed to unite communities, bring fans together and raise money has grown into a weeklong celebration of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in Philadelphia. Known as Philly HBCU Week, the event celebrates far more than football. It shines a spotlight on the history, athletic achievements, coaches, culture and contributions of HBCUs, while recognizing their ability to develop talented young at
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Kameron Corvet: Learning the Language of Music and the Value of the Journey
By: Tariq Richardson Photo Credit: JRoberts Mgt Before Grammy Awards, major recording studios and collaborations with some of music’s most recognizable names, Kameron Corvet was a young musician learning to find his way in Cincinnati, Ohio. Raised in a musical environment, particularly in the church, he began his journey playing drums before transitioning to piano. With guidance from his aunt Gail, Corvet developed his skills by ear, learning to follow singers, identify keys
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NYBAJ Takes United Justice Coalition: Connect for Change
By Jewel Benton Photos by Bill Allen The famous phrase “No Justice, No Peace” could describe the opening panel at the fourth annual United Justice Coalition (UJC) Summit, presented by the charitable organization along with Roc Nation. On Saturday, October 17, thousands gathered at New York City’s cultural center, The Shed, for discourse on criminal justice reform, mental health, and education. The summit featured Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, Charlamagne Tha God, Tamika Mallory, an
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‘Anything Goes’: Hughley and Lemon Tackle America’s Toughest Issues
By: Bill Allen Comedian and nationally syndicated radio personality D.L. Hughley and award-winning journalist Don Lemon are bringing politics, humor and unfiltered conversation to audiences across the country with their live tour, DL + DL: Anything Goes. What began as a conversation on the radio has grown into a live event series that brings the two personalities together to discuss the political, social and economic issues shaping American life. Hughley, known for his politi
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