Category Archives: The Black Experience

Janet Jackson Encourages Her Supporters To Join The Fight For Black Lives!

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Pop icon Janet Jackson is upset about the ongoing mistreatment of African Americans by members of the police force. The singer shared the following post late Sunday night.

#BlackLivesMatter
#NoJusticeNoPeace

Text “FLOYD” to 55156 for George
Text “ENOUGH” to 55156 for Breonna
Text “JUSTICE” to 55156 for Ahmaud

To demand the officers who killed George Floyd are charged with murder & justice for all our brothers and sisters lost to police violence. Take action and don’t stop until justice is served. ✊🏿‬

Koffee Issues Statement On The Unjustified Killings Of Black Americans At The Hands Of Police

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On Saturday, May 30th, Jamaican pop star, Koffee, shared the following statement on her social media platforms:

“As we witness the constant injustice towards our brothers and sisters, we must stand together. I may be young, but I can fully feel the weight of the decades of oppression and abuse towards not only Black Americans, but Black people all over the world. Let George Floyd’s life be not in vein. We must fight for freedom and fight against injustice. We are all in this together. None of us are free until all of us are free.”

Americans Are Taking A Stand Against Racism – Protest Happening All Across The Country

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All across the United States of America people are protesting the brutal killing of George Floyd, a resident of Minnesota who died on May 25th. Floyd passed away shortly after three (3) white police officers held him down, with one kneeling on Floyd’s neck for approximately 8 minutes and 46 seconds. A fourth officer looked on and did nothing even as George repeatedly said he can’t breathe.

People were hurt and angry once the video hit social media, but their anger turned to rage as the authorities are slow in arresting the four police officers. Only one has been arrested at the time this article was written.

Jah9 To Engage In The ‘Art Of Conversation’ On Dec. 6th In Miami Beach (@Jah9 @afrikinmovement)

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On Friday, December 6th, AFRIKIN, a platform that elevates global art and culture, will be hosting the ‘Art Of Conversation’ at the New World Symphony (New World Center, 500 17th Street) in Miami Beach, Florida. This event brings together speakers that reverberate the voices of previous leaders who faced historical turning points in their struggle for equal rights, love, justice, respect and unity.

Among the invited guests are: Jah9, artist, activist, certified yoga instructor and dub poet from Jamaica; David Banner, American rapper, record producer, actor, activist, and philanthropist; Dr. Julius Garvey, son of Pan-African activist Marcus Garvey from Jamaica; and many more.

Controversial Comedian / Actress Mo’Nique Will Be Honored At The Next 400 Gala (@moworldwide @webuyblackcom)

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The Next 400 Gala and We Buy Black Convention will be held on August 23rd, 24th and 25th at the Georgia International Convention Center in Atlanta, Georgia.

This year’s honorees are: Mo’Nique, Yusuf Salaam, Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon and Mahmoud Abdul-Raouf. The keynote speaker will be Basheer Jones, with Derrick Boazman carrying out hosting duties. There is a $100 entrance fee. Click here for tickets.

Poet & Artist, Sunni Patterson, Releases New Pan-African Music “Ancestor Song” (@SUNNIPATTERSON)

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sunni pattersonA few days ago, American poet Sunni Patterson, who is also known for her musical skills, shared a new song entitled Ancestor Song.

This is how she described the track:
“Patterned after the hymn, Precious Lord, Ancestor Song pays homage first, to my own personal Ancestors, then to the collective Ancestors that guide, protect, and support our lives. I wanted this track to be as organic as possible, using what was around me…my hands, my ring tapping the mic stand, a spoon and bowl, an orange juice bottle, etc. I knew I needed my god sister, Jew-el, to bless the piece with her magnificent voice, and my dear Baba Egunwale’s prayer (that he just left on my voicemail. lol. Ha! Blessings all around!) to enhance it, as well. I actually recorded this over a year or so ago, and still this isn’t the “final” version, but I was compelled to share it- as it is.”

Click here to listen and download Ancestor Song.

New Marcus Garvey Documentary – With Never Seen Before Info – Seeks Investors

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Marcus GarveyA Jamaican based elder from the Rastafari community, who had connections to Marcus Garvey, is now ready to share some never seen before material about the black icon. The elder has information, as well as physical items, that will provide additional insight into the mind of Garvey.

He believes the most appropriate way to share the content is in a documentary, and as such, he is seeking serious investors to partner with.

For additional information about this project, persons are being asked to contact Maria Jackson via email at info@mjent.net