Afro-American Newspapers

12/19/2025

The Children and Youth Fund ( ) is a non-profit organization that provides funding and technical support to youth-serving community-based organizations across Baltimore, and the City Council is looking to update the authorizing legislation to better align with the organization's current operations. https://afro.com/strengthening-youth-serving-organizations/

12/18/2025

Families across and Washington, have no shortage of ways to celebrate the season while kids are home on winter break. From villages and movie marathons to celebrations highlighting culture, history and community, this holiday calendar rounds up free, family-friendly events beginning Dec. 23 to help make the end of the year festive and memorable for all ages. https://afro.com/christmas-kwanzaa-holiday-activities-2025/

12/18/2025

The Dance Institute of will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its " " production with a performance featuring the Washington area's best young dance artists, honoring the principles of and the legacy of its founder, .

The Dance Institute of Washington will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its "Spirit of Kwanzaa" production with a performance featuring the Washington area's best young dance artists, honoring the principles of Kwanzaa and the legacy of its founder, Fabian Barnes.

12/18/2025

Victoria Mejicanos’ article answers the question: How do we close the racial income gap? By investing in programs that understand the unique realities of Black youth. @📈✨Read more here: https://afro.com/programs-improving-black-youth-outcomes/

12/18/2025

It’s more than mentorship—it’s a movement. ✊🏾

Victoria Mejicanos’ latest article on Afro.com highlights how Baltimore programs like Young Men United are transforming outcomes for Black youth through:

✅ 97% graduation rates
✅ Comprehensive mental health resources
✅ Direct support for families (housing, utilities, and more)

We’re not just talking about the future; we’re building it. 🚀 Tap the link in our bio to read the full story on AFRO.com.

This article is part of a national initiative exploring how geography, policy, and local conditions influence access to opportunity. Find more stories at economicopportunitylab.com/.

12/18/2025

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12/18/2025

12/17/2025

From heartbreak to advocacy: Bianca Carolina’s HIV awareness journey
By Clayton Gutzmore
https://ow.ly/MWf750XKHMN

12/17/2025

Harrison family sues over toddler's death in police chase
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Staff Writer
https://ow.ly/5Hrz50XKHAX

12/17/2025

New study shows improvement on mental health of college students
By Brandon Henry, AFRO Intern
https://ow.ly/YGKX50XKHvX

12/17/2025

Commentary
If violent crime is truly a national priority, why isn’t gun violence?
By Renée Hall
https://ow.ly/pGw550XKHsK

12/17/2025

Not every path to success starts in a classroom.
Maryland State Senator Cory McCray breaks down how an apprenticeship changed his life and why earn while you learn opportunities still matter today.

Full conversation now live on YouTube 📺