Hollow Earth Radio: K. Wyking Garrett of UmojaFest P.E.A.C.E Center

In case you missed it, we’ve made this available as a podcast!

An important discussion between the hosts of the weekly Central Sounds show and esteemed guests K. Wyking Garrett of UmojaFest P.E.A.C.E Center and community journalist Sakara Remmu of the Sable Verity blog. This podcast features a necessary, and at times, heated conversation about changes in the Central District. Points of departure include the under utilization of the Horace Mann bldg in the community, what the occupy movement really means for people of color locally and nationally, and a variety of hot button issues that you’ll have to tune in to understand…

Source: http://hollowearthradio.org

Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn supports the Seattle P.E.A.C.E. CENTER!

Michael “Mike” Patrick McGinn (born December 17, 1959) is the mayor of Seattle, a lawyer, Greenwood neighborhood activist, and a former Sierra Club state chair.

In what was characterized as a “sea change in the power structure of Seattle”, McGinn differentiated his campaign by his opposition to the proposed tunnel replacement to the Alaskan Way Viaduct. He won election in November 2009 with the support of groups considered to be “political outsiders” such as environmentalists, biking advocates, musicians, advocates for the poor, nightclub owners, and younger voters.

UMOJAFEST P.E.A.C.E. CENTER

The UmojaFest P.E.A.C.E. Center is a multi-purpose youth centered cultural facility in the heart of Seattle’s historic Central District.

1107 24th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98122
206.329.1591
info@umojafestpeacecenter.com

Source: http://www.wikipedia.com

WATCH: Mayor McGinn on Violent Crime

http://www.seattlechannel.org/videos/video.asp?file=1&ID=5191205

RAINIER VISTA – Earlier this week, Mayor Mike McGinn and Councilmember Bruce Harrell joined the Seattle Police Department and community leaders for a press conference about recent violent crime in Seattle. The event took place at the Rainier Vista Boys and Girls Club…

Source: www.http://www.rainiervalleypost.com

Hip Hop Occupies Seattle Horace Mann School

Wall Street Occupiers Retake Liberty Square, Celebrate 6 Months of #OWS

From the www.http://occupywallst.org/ website…

UPDATE: March tonight (3/18) in NYC! Converge at 8pm at the red cube across from Liberty Plaza. Show support for the dozens arrested and those beaten by police last night. We will not let police repression stop us! COME and share widely!!!

Source: http://occupywallst.org/

Spying on Occupy: Prosecutors Subpoena Tweets, NYPD Arrests Protesters for ‘Thought Crimes’

Several stories in the news this week – and it’s only Tuesday – reveal the scope of the spying and surveillance activities of the NYPD and DA’s office, who are monitoring Occupy Wall Street.

Taken individually, these stories may not seem earth-shattering. Yes, the NYPD was monitoring Occupy, but the NYPD is sort of legendary for its overzealous spy and harassment programs (just ask any Muslim New Yorker or victim of the Stop and Frisk policy). But examined together, it becomes clear that the NYPD and District Attorney’s office are devoting enormous resources to spying, harassing, and intimidating what has thus far proven itself to be an overwhelmingly peaceful protest group…

Source:http://occupywallst.org

DRUDGE: MARTIAL LAW? Obama Issues Executive EXECUTIVE ORDER: ‘National Defense Resources Preparedness’

If your a citizen of the “U.S.” and you ‘participate’ in any atcivities that the U.S. Government may feel is in direct conflict with U.S. Law(s)…..then its time you read this

Source: http://www.drudgereport.com

Ondo leads the way in mother and baby care

The establishment of Mother and Child Hospital in Akure, the Ondo state capital is revolutionising the delivery of babies in the state. Launched in 2010, the 100-bed hospital is an integral part of the state’s Abiye (Safe Motherhood) project. So far the hospital has treated over 26, 000 patients, delivered 5,879 babies over 900 of them through caesarian section.

The number of mothers who survive child birth has also increased. The Abiye project is the brain child of Olusegun Mimiko, medical doctor and governor of Ondo state.

Source: http://www.africatoday.com

Africa on the Move: The Power of Song

Africa on the Move follows Ivorian reggae singer Tiken Jah Fakoly as he fights for Africa’s poor and marginalised. See his LIVE CONCERT

Tiken Jah Fakoly is a reggae artist born in Cote d’Ivoire in Western Africa. His career began in the 1990’s and he has released seven albums most recently “L’Africain.” He sings both in French and in his native language of Dioula.

As a result of his outspoken criticism of the government in his native country, Tiken (as he is known to his fans) has been the target of intimidation and death threats. He has lost several people close to him but he remains an advocate both for reform of the political system in Cote d’Ivoire and for the plight of disadvantaged people in Africa and throughout the world. He was forced into exile in neighbouring Mali and now spends time in France as well.

Source: http://www.aljazeera.com

Henok Tesfaye: An Ethiopian American entrepreneurial success

It is widely believed that the “American dream” is easily attainable by anyone in the US. However, successful African immigrants who are usually known for not having good financial support systems, excellent financial literacy skills, access to capital, legacy name recognition, and exclusive mentorship opportunities that are easily available to non-minorities can attest to the fact that achieving their American dream wasn’t easy…

Source: http://www.africanews.com