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Heart Disease Among Black/African American
Women in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
Heart Disease Among Black/African American Women in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina |
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death of women in the United States and the number two cause of death of women in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Though heart disease affects all women, statistics show that Black/African American women have higher rates of the disease due to unique risk factors. Risk factors ranging from family history, personal health, systematic racism, to social determinants of health have a significant impact on how they are able to manage their health. This research, in addition to an infographic, details why Go Red for Women should develop a strategic communication campaign on heart disease, specific to Black/African American women.
Dedication of the Helen Bass Williams Academic Success Center
Dedication of the Helen Bass Williams Academic Success Center |
In August 2022, Purdue University’s Board of Trustees voted in favor to rename Purdue's Academic Success Center to the Helen Bass Williams Academic Success Center. Williams was the first Black/African American professor to teach at Purdue in 1968. To commemorate this special occasion, a speech was written for Mitch Daniels, President of Purdue University, to recite at the dedication ceremony held in her honor.
A Cry for Help from Black/African American Youth
A Cry for Help from Black/African American Youth |
For the past two decades, there has been an increase in suicide rates among young Black/African Americans. Despite this rising crisis, there is a lack of media coverage surrounding this issue. To raise awareness and generate public concern, a media pitch and infographic were created and addressed to Jennifer Barthole, Editor-at-Large at Ebony Media. Ebony Media is the home of Ebony Magazine, a magazine created and written for and by Black/African Americans
WHO Calls for the Public to Remain Vigilant Against COVID-19
Amid President Joe Biden's Remarks that "The Pandemic is Over."
WHO Calls for the Public to Remain Vigilant Against COVID-19 Amid President Joe Biden's Remarks that "The Pandemic is Over." |
In an interview on CBS News’ 60 Minutes, President Joe Biden proclaimed the coronavirus pandemic is over. Meanwhile, statistics tell a different story, as there are 400-500 people dying every day from COVID-19 in the United States. In response to the President’s claims, a press release, advertisement, and infographic were created by The World Health Organization (WHO) to inform the public that COVID-19 is still declared a public health emergency.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Media Kit
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Media Kit |
A media kit on Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), a nation-wide youth mentoring program, was created to provide journalists with additional background information on the organization. The media kit includes two press releases, highlighting partnerships with other organizations to support BBBSA's vision for all participants to receive equal opportunities towards their education.