Category: Benjamin Chavis

Ben Crump Pledges $50K to the Black Press, Challenges Others to Follow His Lead

Ben Crump Pledges $50K to the Black Press, Challenges Others to Follow His Lead

by | Sep 30, 2025 | , , , , , , | 0

The Conrad Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C., pulsed with history and urgency as the Black Press of America gathered for its Annual National Leadership Awards and Reception. The evening honored House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Congressional Black Caucus Chair Yvette Clarke, and Communications Workers of America President Claude Cummings Jr. Cummings, who now serves on the executive committee of the Democratic National Committee, put the night into sharp focus.

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Black Press to Target: Your Silence Is Loud—and Costly

Black Press to Target: Your Silence Is Loud—and Costly

by | May 27, 2025 | , , , , , | 0

Even before Target publicly rolled back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, the Black Press of America had requested a meeting with CEO Brian Cornell. Those requests—from National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and NNPA Chairman Bobby Henry—have gone unanswered for nearly a year.

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Chavis Confronts Digital Racism and Demands Reparations at U.N. Forum

Chavis Confronts Digital Racism and Demands Reparations at U.N. Forum

by | Apr 21, 2025 | , , , , | 0

National Newspaper Publishers Association President & CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. delivered a forceful address during the fourth session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent, calling on global leaders to confront algorithmic discrimination, reject media-driven imperialism, and fully recognize the crimes of slavery through official reparatory justice.

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Mobilizing for 2026: Chavis Urges Black Press to Act

Mobilizing for 2026: Chavis Urges Black Press to Act

by | Mar 18, 2025 | , , , , , | 0

The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) marked the 198th anniversary of the Black Press, and the culmination of Black Press Week with a powerful State of the Black Press address by NNPA President & CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., who spoke on the vital role of Black-owned media amid the growing threats of far-right extremism and American fascism.

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NNPA Launches ‘Missing & Black 2025’ Campaign to Spotlight Disparities in Media Coverage of Missing Black Individuals

NNPA Launches ‘Missing & Black 2025’ Campaign to Spotlight Disparities in Media Coverage of Missing Black Individuals

by | Mar 3, 2025 | , , , , | 0

The NNPA World News app has unveiled the Missing & Black 2025 Campaign, a nationwide initiative aimed at addressing the glaring disparities in media coverage and law enforcement response to missing Black individuals. The campaign seeks to bring long-overdue visibility, resources, and justice to the thousands of missing Black children, women, and men whose cases are frequently overlooked. “With an alarming disparity in coverage and urgency between cases involving people of color and their white counterparts, this initiative calls for collective action to change the narrative and ensure that all missing persons in America receive the responsive attention that they deserve,” said Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., President and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA).

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NAACP, Black Press of America Call for Economic Action as Corporations Retreat from Diversity Commitments

NAACP, Black Press of America Call for Economic Action as Corporations Retreat from Diversity Commitments

by | Feb 18, 2025 | , , , , , , , , | 0

The NAACP is urging Black Americans to direct their economic power toward companies that have maintained their commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion as corporate America faces mounting conservative pressure. The civil rights organization has released a spending guide identifying businesses that have upheld or reversed their DEI promises, stressing the importance of economic leverage in fighting racial equity.

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PRESS ROOM: Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and Stacy M. Brown’s Groundbreaking Book on the Transatlantic Slave Trade Calls for Action and Education

PRESS ROOM: Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and Stacy M. Brown’s Groundbreaking Book on the Transatlantic Slave Trade Calls for Action and Education

by | Feb 11, 2025 | , , , | 0

Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., a lifelong civil rights leader and president and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), has released The Transatlantic Slave Trade: Overcoming the 500-Year Legacy, co-authored with award-winning journalist Stacy M. Brown. Published by Select Books, this powerful new work examines the enduring impact of the transatlantic slave trade and outlines a path forward for racial justice and economic empowerment.

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Dr. Tshaka Cunningham Carves a Path for African Americans in Science

Dr. Tshaka Cunningham Carves a Path for African Americans in Science

by | Sep 3, 2024 | , , , , | 0

Dr. Tshaka Cunningham, a pioneering molecular biologist, has made an extraordinary journey from the Shaw neighborhood of Washington, D.C. to the cutting edge of precision medicine and genomics. Returning to his roots for an interview on the PBS show “The Chavis Chronicles,” Cunningham shared insights into his career, the importance of diversity in science, and his commitment to advancing genomics for the betterment of all communities.

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New Book by Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and Stacy M. Brown Explores 500-Year Legacy of Transatlantic Slave Trade

New Book by Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and Stacy M. Brown Explores 500-Year Legacy of Transatlantic Slave Trade

by | Jul 30, 2024 | , , , , | 0

Select Books Inc. is thrilled to announce the forthcoming release of a groundbreaking book, The Transatlantic Slave Trade: Overcoming the 500-Year Legacy, scheduled for publication on October 8, 2024. Co-authored by National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and NNPA Senior National Correspondent and Let It Be Known News host Stacy M. Brown, this book provides a deep dive into the enduring impact of the transatlantic slave trade from 1500 to 2024.

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NNPA President Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. Inspires Graduates with Powerful Commencemet Address at Voorhees University

NNPA President Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. Inspires Graduates with Powerful Commencemet Address at Voorhees University

by | May 7, 2024 | , , , , , | 0

In a profound address at Voorhees University’s 127th Commencement, National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) President and CEO and civil rights leader Dr. Benjamin Franklin Chavis Jr. delivered a powerful message of hope, resilience, and social responsibility to the graduating class of 2024.

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Title Insurance Helps Homeownership for Black Americans and Others  

Title Insurance Helps Homeownership for Black Americans and Others  

by | Apr 2, 2024 | , , , , , , | 0

Often misunderstood, title insurance is a product that comprehensively protects homeowners’ property rights and their lenders’ financial interest in a property. It is vastly different than other types of insurance because it is a one-time fee and title professionals do the majority of the work upfront to both examine title issues and rectify any problems found. That is why many homeowners thankfully don’t experience the challenge of a claim that threatens their homeownership – but if they do, title insurance is paramount to protecting their biggest investment. 

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