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Tell your sister, sistah, friend, gf about today. . . National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD) – March 10

It is too often in DC that we think HIV/AIDS  is not “our” problem.   LADIES it is OK to WAIT for the “right” guy, to say “No,” be safe, get tested. . . and hey watch your sisters backs.  Ask a woman you care about “when was the last time you were checked? are [ READ MORE ]

WPGC 95.5 & Black History Month

I like to wake up and go to bed to WPGC . . . I always know what music I can expect LOL and ps just so that BET, WPGC and every other station that is trying to put in some kind of “Back in the Day” “Old Skool” tribute. . . 2005 DOES NOT [ READ MORE ]

2nd Annual “My Black History Month” 2010

Last year I attempted to spend each day of February honoring someone in my life that has shaped “My Black History.” I really enjoyed learning more about my friends and frankly who doesn’t love to brag about people they love?!  This year black history month will continue throughout the year as it should.  Please [ READ MORE ]

Remembering Haiti. . . DC residents can help!

  • January 13th, 2010
  • Posted in Uncategorized
  • By NWtoSE

This is my friend Joseph. . . I am pretty sure he is in Port-au-Prince. I pray he is well. Make sure if you feel inclined to give money to an organization PLEASE give to an NGO or Non-profit organization. Haiti’s Government is notorious for not dispersing money in the manner it was intended [ READ MORE ]

Happy Holidays from NWtoSE!

  • December 26th, 2009
  • Posted in Uncategorized
  • By NWtoSE

Dear Readers,My apologies for my lack of postings in recent months. I have been in transit but have been blessed to have wonderful friends throughout the District and PG County that I have been able to stay with during this time! I am excited to share moments and insights about this time.I can [ READ MORE ]

The People Speak with LUPE FIASCO . . George Washington University

  • November 23rd, 2009
  • Posted in Uncategorized
  • By NWtoSE

“THE PEOPLE SPEAK COLLEGE TOUR will bring the film’s producers and cast members to eight universities across the country for live readings, clip screenings, and in-depth discussion!” . . . . and they did. Please excuse my late posting. Life has been a bit crazy! Didn’t Seal say something about not [ READ MORE ]

Get your H1N1 Flu Shot TODAY! It’s not all all about Miss Piggy! It is SERIOUS.

  • November 11th, 2009
  • Posted in Uncategorized
  • By NWtoSE

Last week I volunteered for the Department of Health at Wilson Senior High. I helped out by doing Data Entry for individuals that received their Swine Flu Shot. I know since I am in public health that I am suppose to call it H1N1, however the “Swine” just kind of stuck with me. [ READ MORE ]

If your Gonna Get it On- You Gotta Put it On Recap!

  • November 2nd, 2009
  • Posted in Uncategorized
  • By NWtoSE

The day before Halloween my good friend Tunde and also President of the Black Public Health Student Network relived our Condom Outreach from last year by passing out around 4,000 condoms. The key message is really about prevention. I would prefer that everyone wait for the “right one” but in the mean time we [ READ MORE ]

TOWN HALL MEETING on MENTHOL | Monday, October 19, 7:30 pm Howard University Hospital

  • October 14th, 2009
  • Posted in Uncategorized
  • By NWtoSE

For anyone that knows me they know that I am extremely passionate about ridding the community of NEWPORTS, BLACK & MILDS and anything that directly targets the Black Community. Please come out and not only support me but support DC at this important Town Hall meeting! Ms. La Tanisha Wright from the National African American Tobacco [ READ MORE ]

Vida Senior Centers, DC’s Hispanic Senior Center Receives Award @ NHCOA Conference!

  • October 9th, 2009
  • Posted in Uncategorized
  • By NWtoSE

Congratulations to Vida Senior Centers! Vida was presented with the “Community-Based Organization Award” from the National Hispanic Council on Aging Conference this past Tuesday at the Marriott at Metro Center. Check out remarks from Vida’s executive director on Vida’s YouTube Page here Vida Senior Centers (formerly EOFULA – Spanish Senior Center) maintains the quality of life of Latino [ READ MORE ]

Black History Month

What is your black history?