COMMUNITY NEWS No One Will Out Work Us! FEBRUARY 2017 |
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Washington, DC – January 20, 2017 - Project Briggs, Inc. is proud to announce #THEBOLDBRAVE30 Public Service Awards to be held on February 19, 2017 from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Main Lobby Conference Center) located at 1325 G Street, NW Washington, DC. After being selected from a record-breaking number of nominations, 30 Leaders and Public Servants from across the United States will be honored in the following areas: Leadership, Civic Engagement, Community Advocacy, Fashion, Arts & Entertainment. These honorees have immersed first hand, while experiencing the heart to serve and what it takes to lead by example. They are BOLD, COURAGEOUS, BOLD, and FEARLESS. "Our Board of Directors and Volunteers have worked tirelessly to build on the foundation in our community." says Abdur-Rahim Briggs, President-CEO. These Nominees create contextual and experiential awareness by providing insight from a variety of local and statewide matters focusing on complex community and municipal issues. This year's candidates were drawn from a diverse and inclusive group of professionals from both private and public sectors. They have taught as an inherent principle, advancing public interest and creating community awareness in which different points of views can be expressed. This year's #THEBOLDBRAVE30 reflect the basic and diverse values of our community. **Purchase Tickets Early - Limited Venue Space** Garage & Street Parking Available Reception Entrance - Garage Entrance to Lobby Facebook - THEBOLDBRAVE30 Project Brings, Inc is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and public charity foundation whose mission is to provide leadership, improve brand building, communication, promote and to assist urban projects through innovative fundraising activities and advocacy. Our Vision is to Support Urban Projects, Events and Activities that Matter “NO ONE WILL OUT WORK US” For More Information, go to: projectbriggs.org Tickets Are Now Available for only $15.00 Click Button Below |
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Project Briggs, Inc. Supports National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day |
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Every year individuals and organizations across the nation participate in National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day to promote HIV education, testing, community involvement, and treatment in black communities. Here are three facts from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that will persuade you to join the effort on February 7: Compared with other races and ethnicities, African Americans account for a higher proportion of new HIV diagnoses, those living with HIV, and those ever diagnosed with AIDS. At the end of 2012, only 37% of African Americans living with HIV were prescribed antiretroviral therapy (ART). In 2013, 3,742 African Americans died of HIV or AIDS, accounting for 54% of total deaths attributed to the disease that year. February 7 is our time to take action together against HIV/AIDS. Learn how: blackaids.org #BTANNBHAAD #BAI #HIV #AIDS To locate HIV Testing and Other Services, click link below: HIV Testing Sites |
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Project Briggs, Inc. Recognizes February as American Heart Month |
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Every year individuals and organizations across the nation participate in National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day to promote HIV education, testing, community involvement, and treatment in black communities. Here are three facts from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that will persuade you to join the effort on February 7: - Compared with other races and ethnicities, African Americans account for a higher proportion of new HIV diagnoses, those living with HIV, and those ever diagnosed with AIDS. - At the end of 2012, only 37% of African Americans living with HIV were prescribed antiretroviral therapy (ART). - In 2013, 3,742 African Americans died of HIV or AIDS, accounting for 54% of total deaths attributed to the disease that year. - February 7th is our time to take action together against HIV/AIDS. Learn how: blackaids.org #BTANNBHAAD #BAI #HIV #AIDS To Locate HIV Testing and Other Services, click link below: HIV Testing Locations |
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PROJECT BRIGGS, INC. ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONAL PARTNERSHIP WITH XSCAPE PUERTO RICO |
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Washington, DC – February 06, 2017 – Project Briggs, Inc. is proud to announce of partnership with Xscape Ruetro Rico.“We are very excited to announce this significant game changer, paving way for a new frontier in the LGBT experience,” says Abdur-Rahim Briggs, President of Project Briggs. Inc. Gregory Douglas, Executive Producer of the LGBT Arts & Culture Music Festival stated this partnership will pride itself on gaining the support and attendance of socially engaged consumers proven to be the adopters of new experiences. XSCAPE PUERTO RICO: LGBT ARTS & CULTURE MUSIC FESTIVAL Xscape “Puerto Rico” 2017 is a destination Getaway for the LGBT Community. This 3 night 4 day event is scheduled Memorial Day Weekend May 26-29, 2017 at the fabulous Wyndham Resort in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. The event caters to professional Gay men and women of color and supporters of the LGBT Community. LGBT Travelers will enjoy an action packed weekend consisting of 3 nights of Theme Parties, Live Entertainment by National Recording Artists, Cultural Excursions on the Island of Puerto Rico, The All Star Comedy Night Concert, The LGBT Film Festival, Financial Workshop Seminar, Health & Wellness Workshops and more! DEMOGRAPHIC AUDIENCE AT XSCAPE PUERTO RICO Professional Gay African American & Latino (35-55) men and women are highly noted as being educated, cultured and posses higher end discretionary income for entertainment and leisure travel. The gay population is remarkable for its presence as a resilient and social community. That presence has an enormous economic influence and impact, particularly within urban areas, where gays and lesbians come together to celebrate. Xscape “Puerto Rico” 2017 speaks directly to this population and was created to fill a void within the community of gay professionals looking to travel to tropical and international destinations. Our most recent travel locations included Bermuda for the Cup Match International Cricket Festival in July 2015 and Cape Town, South Africa in November 2014. To Learn more, to visit their festival wesbite XSCAPEPR.COM to their full schedule Project Brings, Inc is a 501©(3) non-profit and public charity foundation whose mission is to provide leadership, improve brand building, communication, promote and to assist urban projects through innovative fundraising activities and advocacy. “NO ONE WILL OUT WORK US” |
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Xscape Puerto Rico 2017 LGBT Arts & Culture Music Festival Watch the Video! |
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HIS Grooming New Operating Hours Effective February 20, 2017 HIS Grooming will have new operating hours as follows: SUNDAY: CLOSED MONDAY: CLOSED TUESDAY-FRIDAY: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. SATURDAY: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
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| | HIS Grooming is the innovative name in Men's Grooming. Its foundation is built on the belief that today's man deserves more than just a haircut. He deserves an experience of professionalism and sophistication - mirroring his own life - in an environment that is exclusively tailored to him. HIS is a business as distrinctive and trend-setting as its clients - specifically those on Capital Hill - offering personalized grooming services and high-end grooming products, while encapsulating the history, spririt, and rich essence of the traditional barbership. Tell them Project Briggs, Inc. sent you! Learn more>> | | |
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| | HIS Grooming Tip - February 2017 Trim nose, ear and eyebrow hair regularly to maintain a presentable appearance. Learn more>> | | |
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EDUCATION CONNECTION Provided by Troy D. Lewis, II Chief Executive Officer Education Services of Greater Washington, LLC |
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In an effort to increase our awareness of educational opportunities, development, workforce readiness, capacity building and resources, Project Briggs, Inc. welcomes Troy D. Lewis, II who'll be a regular fixture to our monthly Newsletter to provide his insights, commentary and expertise in the world of education. Troy Lewis is an accomplished higher education professional, Social Justice Advocate, Thought Leader and Advisor. Troy is the Chief Executive Officer of Education Services of Greater Washington, LLC. which provides custom programs and services in the areas of workforce readiness, youth development, education and specialized training. Troy formerly served as the Manager of Talent Acquisition and Campus Relations - Internships for the Thurgood Marshall College Fund serving publicly supported HBCU college students and graduates across the country. Troy’s professional background includes advanced skill in program management, budgeting, recruitment, minority-male development, youth leadership development, facilitation, college transition, workforce development, and academic advising. Professional Biography>> | | |
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FINANCIAL TIPS Provided by Watu Jackson Chief Executive Officer W Financial Solutions, LLC |
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Financial Tips | Watu Jackson, Chief Executive Officer for W Financial Solutions, LLC. Watu Jackson has been working in the financial services industry for 10 years in Public and Private Accounting as an Auditor, Tax Preparer, and Staff Accountant. He has a Bachelors Degree in Accounting from Morgan State University and a Masters Degree from University of Maryland University College. He's currently starting up his own company W Financial Solutions, LLC who's goal is to work with individuals to become financially literate, build and protect their wealth. To obtain Watu Jackson's Financial Tip for the month of January, click button below. | | |
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HEALTH AND WELLNSESS Provided by Shawn Stinson Owner Coach Shawn Fit 80/20, LLC |
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Health & Wellness | Results are 80% nutrition...And only 20% fitness. Regardless of how much time and effort you devote to fitness, without the proper nutrition you will never MAXIMIZE your results. Coach Shawn specializes in body sculpting, and nourishment. No matter what your fitness goals are, he has several "80/20 Fitness" programs, guides and supplements specifically designed to help you attain your health and fitness goals from near or far!Don't waste valuable time sitting, thinking about it... "GET, COACH SHAWN FIT"! Learn more>>> |
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Coach Shawn Stinson's February Exercise Tip Standing Overhead Barbell Press to Shrugs |
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Video Published on January 11, 2017 |
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Newsletter | Community Life in the DMV. Its mission is to promote activities and events that will connect black lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) men and women in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. View February Calendar>> February 2017 Press Release | Project Briggs, Inc. Announces Promotional Partnership with Xscape Puerto Rico! View Press Release>> February 06, 2017 Arise 2.0 | Arise 2.0 is a digital global publication sharing stories for the LGBTQA communities of color and our allies. A publication by LGBTQA folks of color and for everyone. Feel the power! Learn More>> Arise 2.0 Blog>> Networking Opportunities | Capital Area Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce News & Trends in the DMV! View Calendar>> February - March 2017 TAGG Magazine | Your It! Everything Lesbian, Queer, and Under The Rainbow... View TAGG Magazine>> The G-Listed | An online media networking and entertainment website that caters to the style of life in the social scene of LGBTQ people of color. View The G-Listed>> SWERV Magazine | SWERV Magazine is a national lifestyle periodical, celebrating culture and community of African-American LGBT people throughout the country. View SWERV Magazine>> Washington Blade | America's Leading LGBT News Source View Washington Blade>> | | |
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ON THE SCENE! Featured Interviews Gregory Douglas - Executive Producer, Xscape Puerto Rico Summer Jones - Criminal Justice Major at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore |
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| | On The Scene! Gregory Douglas, Executive Producer Xscape Puerto Rico Tuesday, February 7, 2017 - We sat down with Gregory Douglas, Executive Producer, Xscape Puerto Rico to tell about the upcoming Xscape Puerto Rico LGBT Arts & Culture Music Festival. Xscape “Puerto Rico” 2017 is a destination Getaway for the LGBT Community. This 3 night 4 day event is scheduled Memorial Day Weekend May 26-29, 2017 at the fabulous Wyndham Resort in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. Click on the highlighted link below to read our interview: On the Scene with Gregory Douglas>> | | |
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| | On the Scene! Summer Jones Member of Uniquely Defined Criminal Justice Major University of Marland Eastern Shore Her name is Summer Jones and I’m a senior majoring in criminal justice at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. I am also a proud member of our campus gay-straight alliance, Uniquely Defined. On Tuesday, January 31st, 2017, several news outlets reported that Donald Trump vowed to continue to enforce a 2014 executive order by former President, Barack Obama, which prevents discrimination against lesbian, bisexual, gay, and transgender (LGBT) people by federal contractors. It also pointed out that our current president is the first ever Republican nominee to mention the LGBT community in his nomination acceptance speech, a fact that he is very proud of. In addition, a picture of him at a campaign rally back in October 2016, holding up an upside-down pride flag with “LGBTs for Trump” written on it, was included in most reports as well. To read full article, click button below: | | |
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Boyz Come, Boyz Go, But the Drama Must Continue.... |
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Project Briggs, Inc. is pleased to bring you the Full Season 4 Episodes. This month, we feature BoyDrama BD4 Chapter 2 - The Deceived. Directed and written by DonBon. "BoyDrama" is a Show you don't want to miss follow the drama, the comedy, and the shade. A DC Based Web series About The Days In The Lives Of Young Homosexual Men all the DRAMA that comes with it. Starring: DonBon, Larry Trey'Von, Kiko Starr. Egidio J and RJ Shield Findout the intrigue, drama and possible danger that awaits you with BoyDrama! Checkout BoyDrama's Facebook Page, click button below! | | |
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