New York, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/04/2013 -- New York City registrations have spiked over the past few weeks after the announcement date of the third stop of the 13-city Many Faces, One Dream (MFOD) Economic Empowerment Tour for LGBT Communities of Color, hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration and the National Black Justice Coalition. New Yorkers along with other regional participants have signed up for the two day conference specifically designed for LGBT entrepreneurs and small business owners being held on November 20 - 21, 2013 at the Brooklyn Marriott Hotel, 333 Adams Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201. President Barack Obama designated November as National Entrepreneurship Month in 2012, proclaiming; "As long as America's daring entrepreneurs are taking risks and putting themselves behind new ideas and innovations, the Federal Government will serve as a partner to support their endeavors and catalyze their success." Considered one of the business capitals of the world, New York City is the most appropriate destination for MFOD in the month of November.

View highlights of the tour featuring the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) and the National Black Justice Coalition: Many Faces One Dream Video.

The undeniable fact that rebuilding the American economy has always been directly associated with the construct and support of small businesses. The MFOD-NYC aims to endow individuals and existing business owners with the tools to claim economic power and success. The NYC convening community partners, chosen by the National Black Justice Coalition, include Harlem Pride, LGBT Faith Leaders of African Descent and Global Network of Black Pride. These organizations are overjoyed with the opportunity to provide one-stop business enhancement shopping for participating attendees.

"It's wonderful to see assembled so many national and local groups to focus on potential entrepreneurs. One thing is very clear, our young people are involved in entrepreneurial efforts in areas such as entertainment and social media, and even some of the social services are spinning off into small business. It provides employment and income opportunities. This program is unique in that it gives young people an opportunity to realize their dreams." says Dr. Wilhelmina Perry of LGBT Faith Leaders of African American Descent.

The SBA and SCORE, a nonprofit association dedicated to helping grow the small business market will provide one-on-one counseling for entrepreneurs and small businesses. Participants will select one of two tracks: "Starting Your Business" and "Taking Your Business to the Next Level." In the first track, training will be provided on the key elements of a business plan, loans, marketing, and SBA's program and services. The second track will be geared toward New York City's LGBT entrepreneurs that would like to expand and grow their business.

"This is an exciting time in our community to stand up and make a financial shift," says Richard E. Pelzer II, President of Global Network of Black Pride. "Ownership and harnessing all the creative talent to develop NEW entrepreneurs is what this conference is all about."

Key components of the MFOD-NYC conference is the opportunity for LGBT people of color to exchange business-to-business products and services information. Participants will also learn about the various certifications available and how to do business with the local, state and federal government. MFOD-NYC will feature financial services and certification agents to support small business development. There will be a Small Business Marketplace where LGBT-owned businesses will have access to the resources and tools needed to grow and sustain their enterprise.

"Economic empowerment is essential to the longevity and well-being of LGBT communities of color, partnering with the US Small Business Administration, National Black Justice Coalition, Black Enterprise Magazine, National Gay & Lesbian Chambers of Commerce, Global Network of Black Pride, and LGBT Faith Leaders of African Descent to bring the Many Faces, One Dream. Economic Empowerment Tour to New York City is another step toward solidifying our community's foundation and promoting self-sufficiency," says Carmen Neely, president of Harlem Pride, Inc.

NYC Community Outreach Partners such as: National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce of New York (NGLCCNY), James Saunders Events, The Center, GLBT Travel Expo, Destination Tomorrow, MVC Production, Brooklyn Community Pride Center, GMAD Youth Advisory Board (GYAB) BluntedMuse Production and Strategic Transgender Alliance for Radical Reform (STAAR) have assisted and supported the Many Faces, One Dream efforts to spread the news and information of the conference.

For more information, visit www.manyfacesonedream.com. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities for MFOD, please contact Richard E. Pelzer II, President of Global Network of Black Pride, at richard@gn-bp.com or 212-537-4069, or Carmen Neely, President of Harlem Pride, at cneely@harlempride.org or 347-846-0362.

Stay connected #MFODNYC

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New York, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/18/2013 -- Sharon J. Lettman Hicks, Executive Director and CEO of the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), recently visited New York City for Harlem Pride's Monthly Mixer at the Aloft Hotel Harlem to announce an update to the New York City leg of the 13-city Many Faces. One Dream. (MFOD) LGBT Economic Empowerment Tour for Communities of Color. Mrs. Lettman-Hicks addressed the crowd of New York City community outreach partners, local entrepreneurs, and small business owners to explain the impact of the government shutdown on the upcoming event that must be postponed:

"While we were excited and ready to host the MFOD-NYC conference in October, the shutdown of the federal government has forced us to postpone our NYC tour stop to November 20-21, 2013," said Lettman-Hicks. "Know that while our Congress is busy playing political football, we are going to stay the course. We are proud of our partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, and we plan to ensure that our government continues to work for us."

NBJC, along with the New York City convening community partners--Harlem Pride, LGBT Faith Leaders of African Descent, and Global Network of Black Pride--were honored to introduce the following New York City community outreach partners: Destination Tomorrow; National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce NYC; James Saunders Events; The Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender Community Center; Blunted Muse Productions; and The GLBT Travel Expo.

The Many Faces. One Dream. LGBT Economic Empowerment Tour for Communities of Color will be held on November 20-21, 2013 at the New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge, located at 333 Adams Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201. The public can register at ManyFacesOneDream.com. MFOD will feature financial services and certification agents to support small business development. Participants will select one of two tracks: "Starting Your Business" and "Taking Your Business to the Next Level." In the first track, training will be provided on the key elements of a business plan, loans, marketing, and SBA's program and services. The second track will be geared toward New York City's LGBT entrepreneurs that would like to expand and grow their business. There will also be a Small Business Marketplace where LGBT-owned businesses will have access to the resources and tools needed to grow and sustain their enterprise.

One key component of the MFOD Tour is the opportunity for LGBT people of color to exchange business-to-business products and services information. MFOD participants will also learn about various certifications available and how to do business with the local, state and federal government. In addition, the SBA and SCORE, a nonprofit association dedicated to helping grow the small business market, will provide one-on-one counseling for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Black Enterprise magazine has also partnered with NBJC as the MFOD national media sponsor. The premier business news and investment resource for African Americans will work to develop content relative to the tour and wealth creation for LGBT communities of color across all platforms--print, digital and television.

"Despite this setback, we are determined to own our power, and have rescheduling the NYC leg of the tour for late November in hopes that our government will resolve its issues in the coming days," added Lettman-Hicks.

For more information, visit http://www.manyfacesonedream.com. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities for MFOD, please contact Richard E. Pelzer II, President of Global Network of Black Pride, at richard@gn-bp.com or 212-537-4069, or Carmen Neely, President of Harlem Pride, at cneely@harlempride.org or 347-846-0362.

Stay connected #MFODNYC.

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New York, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/02/2013 -- Harlem Pride 4th Annual Celebration Day wrapped up with the official announcement of National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), the nation's leading Black lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organization, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) hosting 'Many Faces, One Dream' (MFOD), an economic empowerment tour for communities of color in New York City on October 20-22, 2013.

New York will be the 3rd stop of 13 cities throughout the country that have a significant LGBT presence in communities of color, including Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale/Miami, Houston, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, New Orleans, Newark, Oakland/San Francisco, Philadelphia and Washington, DC.

Eugene Cornelius Jr., Deputy Associate Administrator for Field Operations at the U.S. Small Business Administration and Carolyn M. Brown, Black Enterprise Senior Multimedia Content Producer proudly announced Harlem Pride, Global Network of Black Pride (GN-BP), and LGBT Faith Leaders of African Descent have been chosen to serve as community partners for the NYC tour stop. MFOD will feature financial services and certification agents to support small business development. There will be a Small Business Marketplace where LGBT-owned businesses will have access to the resources and tools needed to grow and sustain their enterprise.

"As community partners for New York City, we are honored to announce the MFOD New York City collaboration during Harlem Pride weekend," says Carmen Neely, President of Harlem Pride, Inc. "Economic empowerment is essential to the longevity and well-being of LGBT communities of color. Partnering with the NBJC and SBA is another step toward solidifying our community's foundation and promoting self-sufficiency."

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With thousands of Same Gender Loving and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender residents in Harlem and more New York City visitors expected for PRIDE Month activities, Harlem Pride 2013 is one of the city's most notable events.

New York, NY -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/25/2013 -- Harlem Pride's mission is to unite Harlem's SGL & LGBT organizations and supporters in cultivating a sense of honor, dignity and respect for our diverse culture and community by fostering tolerance of our differences and ensuring equality for all. We promote SGL & LGBT pride in Harlem and provide opportunities for collaboration and communication among its SGL & LGBT organizations and community members through education and advocacy. With thousands of Same Gender Loving and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender residents in Harlem and more New York City visitors expected for PRIDE Month activities, Harlem Pride 2013 is one of the city's most notable events. Confirmed events are:

VIP LAUNCH PARTY FUNDRAISER - FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 2013
Location: Aloft Hotel Harlem (2296 Frederick Douglass Blvd. @ West 124th Street)
Time: 7PM to 11PM

Join us as we launch Harlem Pride 2013 at our VIP Launch Party! This year we will bring the house down at Aloft Harlem. Get ready for our special guest performer, Jessica Betts (http://www.jessicabettsmusic.com), local political and celebrity VIPs, as well as raffles, auctions, and give aways! We will also be honoring four members from our community for their out-standing commitment to the LGBT/SGL community of Harlem and beyond. It's Harlem Pride, you never know who you'll see! Tickets are $50/person and include food and beverage.
To Purchase Tickets: https://harlempride.org/index.php/pride/vip-launch-party

HARLEM PRIDE 2013 CELEBRATION DAY - SATURDAY, JUNE 29TH!
Location: Jackie Robinson Park (Entrance on Bradhurst Avenue @ West 148th Street)
Time: 12Noon to 6PM

Our main event, the Harlem Pride Day 2013 Celebration Day, features vendors, health care organizations, artists, food, entertainment and activities targeted towards families, adults and youth of all cultures. You will not want to miss our art-ist lineup: Amanda Holley, Carmen Chiles Band, Cashmere Blocker, Des Shawn'a, Destiny Devine, EdgEe, Egyptt, Exousia, I'Wante, Malik So Chic, Ron B, Sapphire Hart, SHiA, Sir Charles, T-Boy featuring The Gabana Girls, and Will Sheridan, including a sneak-peek at "You Make Me Feel Mighty Real: A Sylvester Concert" by the incomparable Anthony Wayne, Jacqueline Arnold and Anastacia McCleskey! Also, for those with children, please know that Jackie Robinson Park's fabulous outdoor pool will be OPEN, so come make a splash at Harlem Pride.

HARLEM PRIDE FAMILY DAY/NYC HERITAGE OF PRIDE MARCH - SUNDAY, JUNE 30TH!
Location: 5th Avenue March Route (Section 2/Group 7 - 40th Street between Madison and Park Avenues)
Time: 11AM

Come march with Harlem Pride in the NYC Pride March on Sunday, June 30, 2013. This year our theme is "Harlem Through The Years". We're urning 5th Avenue into our very on Harlem Style Runway as we sport hi-style fashion honoring the illustrious LGBT/SGL history of Harlem through the years. So join us, feel free to strut your stuff and showcase your gear! Oh yeah, of course we'll also be doing the REAL HARLEM SHAKE!

ADDITIONAL HARLEM PRIDE SPONSORED EVENTS

THE GET DOWN CAMPAIGN'S NO MORE STIGMA FILM SERIES – THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013
Location: Mayseles Cinema, 334 Lenox Ave (127th Street), New York, NY
Time: 6:30PM
In Association with: Global Network of Black Pride, GN-BP, Get Down PSA, Harlem Pride, New York City Anti-Violence Project & GMAD's Youth Advisory Board.

Movie: "TV Transvestite" (1982)
Short: "The Show Must Go On: The Story of Snookie Lanore"
By filmmakers: Simone di Bagno and Michele Capozzi
Followed by a post-screening "Mini-Ball" featuring The Paragon House of GianMarco Lorenzi
Admission: General Admission $10/ Fundraising Admission $25
For tickets call: (212) 582-6050 ext. 22 Link to Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/403827

"YOU MAKE ME FEEL, MIGHTY REAL: A SYLVESTER CONCERT " – SUNDAY, JUNE 30, 2013
Location: Le Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleeker Street, New York, NY 10012
Time: 7PM and 10PM

Starring Anthony Wayne returns! This INCREDIBLE Show comes back to NYC after SOLD OUT runs in Miami and Wash-ington, D.C.. Broadway Star Anthony Wayne (Pippin, PRISCILLA; Anything Goes) directs, sings, lives and breathes life as the 1970's Disco Singer Sylvester LIVE on Stage!

Presented by AnthonyKen LLC, "YOU MAKE ME FEEL, MIGHTY REAL: A SYLVESTER CONCERT" tells the life story of Sylvester through HIS music HIS way. Beyond all the trials, tribulations, glitz and glamour of his lifestyle, he was a symbol for being FABULOUS, but, also, a symbol for unapologetically being who he was.

The words and music of this show will enter your ear, soar through your heart and inspire your soul. Bring your dancing shoes and get ready to dance, laugh, cry and see Sylvester's Fashionable Coutures!

Purchase Tickets:

**7PM SHOW:
http://www.lepoissonrouge.com/lpr_events/fabulous-one-more-time-a-sylvester-concert-starring-anthony-wayne-june-30th-2013/

**10PM SHOW:
http://www.lepoissonrouge.com/lpr_events/fabulous-one-more-time-a-sylvester-concert-starring-anthony-wayne-june-30th-2013-late-show/

HARLEM PRIDE ACKNOWLEDGES THE GENEROUS SUPPORT OF ITS SPONSORS: Aloft Harlem Hotel, Harlem United, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Testing Makes Us Stronger Campaign, William F. Ryan Center, Mark Otto For City Council, Metropolitan Community Church of New York, M & T Charitable Foundation, and Columbia Univer-sity Medical Center

PARTNERS: LGBT Faith Leaders of African Descent, Global Network of Black Pride (GN-BP), and National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC)

MEDIA SPONSORS: Mega Management, Inc., DBQ Magazine, GBM News, Gay City News, Harlem World Magazine, Harlem Bespoke!, Destination Harlem, Metro Source Magazine, Urban Socialites, The Living Life Aurora Show, Yetta Kur-land Live!, and Out & About with John Companario.

OFFICIAL HOTEL: Aloft Hotel Harlem

OFFICIAL TRAVEL AGENCY: Zen Biz Travel

For a complete event schedule and more on Harlem Pride, visit our website at http://www.harlempride.org.

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The alarming numbers of new HIV infections in New York City demands our attention!!

New York, NY -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/17/2013 -- Harlem Pride Town Hall Series Presents "With All The Information OUT There, Why Are Our Numbers Still UP?" on Friday, May 10th at Columbia University Medical Center's Alumni Auditorium.

In light of the alarming increase in the rates of HIV infection in same gender loving people of color, we're holding a town hall discussion to explore why this is happening in our communities. We will explore clinical research, social, and behavioral factors. Our discussion will focus on what all this means for our community and how we can empower ourselves to intervene on our own behalf. The Event Will Be Held Friday, May 10, 2013 from 6PM to 10PM Columbia University Medical Center Alumni Auditorium, 630 West 168th Street, William Black Building (between Broadway & Fort Washington Avenue) The Event Is Open To The Public - FREE Admission - Catered Reception Will Follow

We Will Be Joined By Several Panelists Versed In Our Discussion Topic:

Steven Chang: Site Coordinator for HIV Prevention & Treatment Research, Columbia Univ. Medical Center

Robert Fullilove: Associate Dean of Community and Minority Affairs at Mailman School of Public Health Reverend Melvin Miller: Associate Minister at Fort Washington Collegiate Church

Steve Wakefield: Director of External Relations, HIV Vaccine Trials Network Sharon Washington: The FLY Academy (Fierce Leadership for Youth), Hostos Community College Kimberleigh J. Smith (Moderator): Senior Director, State & Local Policy at Harlem United Community AIDS Center

This Event Is Sponsored By:

BE THE GENERATION (http://bethegeneration.nih.gov)

CENTER FOR BLACK EQUITY (http://centerforblackequity.org)

Our Event Partners Are:

Columbia University Medical Center (http://www.hiv-studies.columbia.edu)
Project Achieve/NY Blood Center (http://www.projectachieve.org)
MOCHA Center (http://mochacenter.org)

ABOUT Harlem Pride
In three short years Harlem Pride has become a major organization and facilitator in Harlem, dedicated to bringing together LGBT and same gender loving members of the community to the "table" around social gatherings that foster a sharing of culture, information, entertainment, comradeship and enjoyment. Like a family, Harlem Pride believes that in shared fellowship there's collective knowledge and trust that can benefit the entire community. It is in this spirit that we've organized this forum with Columbia University and the dynamic array of participants, to inform and enlighten everyone about the alarming increase in the rates of HIV infection among us.

CONTACT: April 15, 2013 Michael E. Hodge (347.846.0362 x.3) Carmen Neely (347.846.0362 x.1)

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