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Rev. Anthony Evans

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April 3, 2012

For Immediate Release

The National Black Church Initiative Demands Justice for Trayvon Martin and all of our black boys.
George Zimmerman must be arrested now for the sake of our democracy

 

Washington, DC – The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a faith-based coalition of 34,000 churches comprised of 15 denominations and 15.7 million African Americans morally pleads with Attorney General Eric Holder to bring justice to this egregious, racially motivated crime. The Black Church calls on those in power to recognize that a threat to American democracy is at hand unless George Zimmerman is arrested and prosecuted for murder. To not arrest George Zimmerman is to undermine the rule of law and to call Lady Justice a moral liar. Is justice blind or not?

 “America has to make a decision here – whether it is going to embrace justice and fight to erase the racial tensions that continue to divide our nation.” says Rev Anthony Evans, President of NBCI. "The government must decide or whether it will idly stand by while African Americans continue to be the targets of unjustified violence and profiling. Bring justice to Trayvon and his family.”

The Black community has risen up in outrage over the killing of Trayvon Martin, an innocent child who was shot down because he was simply a young black man in a hooded sweatshirt. Trayvon Martin was racially profiled, but no one saw or understood the righteousness of his soul. Trayvon Martin has exposed the dirty secret that we are not in a post racial America simply because we have elected Barack Obama to the presidency. Trayvon Martin is all of our 17 year old boys, whether black, white, Latino or other.

The legal community has not moved with alacrity to find justice for Trayvon Martin. George Zimmerman represents the worst of the American soul because he arbitrarily took a life when he had no authority to do so, thus undermining God’s intention for Trayvon Martin’s life, and lighting a powder keg of racial division not seen since the ‘60’s. He thought that he would be hailed as a hero for killing a young black thug, thus realizing his wicked and a sick notion of himself. There has never been a time in recent American history where our cities can go up in flames so easily because of the evil actions of one man where there is no presence of justice. The Black church condemns all violence to all people at any time, but we may be helpless if racial tensions all in this country erupt. As one of the greatest Black preachers - Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King said “Justice delayed is justice denied.” George Zimmerman is lying.

The law eloquently talks about getting down to the truth and honoring the rule of law. In this case and many others, the truth is obvious, but the will of those in power to pursue it is not. Holder claims that swift action will be taken. NBCI hopes that this is the truth, and will react with the full moral force of its 34,000 member churches if justice is not brought to Trayvon and his family soon. 

 About NBCI

The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI) is a coalition of 34,000 African American and Latino churches working to eradicate racial disparities in healthcare, technology, education, housing, and the environment. NBCI’s mission is to provide critical wellness information to all of its members, congregants, churches and the public. NBCI offers faith-based, out-of-the box and cutting edge solutions to stubborn economic and social issues. NBCI’s programs are governed by credible statistical analysis, science based strategies and techniques, and methods that work. Visit our website at www.naltblackchurch.com.

Press Release

     For Immediate Release     

     March 14, 2010

eWize Razor Bump Shave Cream - Saves Women’s Skin

Dateline: Hollywood, Florida  

Florida based eWize Marketing 4U a company that specializes in consumer driven niche products, announced today that they are ramping up to meet consumer demand of their eWize Razor Bump Shave Cream for Women. The product is a proprietary formula that was developed to help women combat shave bumps and irritation while shaving delicate areas.

Women who are prone to Pseudofolliculitis barbae (Razor Bumps), can now benefit from eWize Razor Bump Shave Cream for Women, developed to help reduce and prevent the cycle of shave bumps on the skin while delivering a close comfortable shave. The product is an excellent moisturizing and conditioning cream that helps maintain and promote healthy looking skin, while protecting delicate skin during the shaving process.

eWize Razor Bump Shave Cream for Women was clinically formulated to help reduce skin irritation and red bumps that can often occur when shaving in sensitive areas of the body, underarms and legs. The cream is soothing and has a spa like feel, which greatly improves the overall shaving experience and guarantees that skin will have a smooth, moisturized and pampered feel.

President for eWize Marketing 4U, Loren Van Dusseldorp stated, “Our women’s hair removal category is just exploding with sales. eWize Razor Bump Shave Cream for Women promises to help women during their shaving experience with a more effective and efficient hair removal process, without the irritation during and after shaving. It is also helpful for women that complain of dry skin on their body after shaving.”

The existing eWize Razor Bump Shave Cream for Men and the new eWize Razor Bump Shave Cream for Women products are currently being offered on the Internet and will be moving onto the retail shelf end of second quarter 2011. The first initial retail distribution will be through beauty suppliers, salons, barbershops & specialty retail outlets.

President of eWize Marketing 4U, Loren Van Dusseldorp, “With the slowdown in the economy during 2009, women are now a bit more budget conscious and are more mindful of what they spending. They are reducing their visits to salons for waxing, and instead, they are turning back to shaving at home. They save money and time when money is tight and income may be limited. Due to increased home hair removal, the women’s hair removal category is estimated at $1.8 billion, the shaving and hair removal market grew 8% in the last decade and this market is expected to grow almost 10% through 2012. eWize is proud to be a part of this growth industry.”

Print and advertorial ad programs are in the works and will start appearing in sports publications for the men’s product and women’s magazines respectively in spring of 2011.           ##30##

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"A Survivor's Healing Story"

April 2011 - April is National Child Abuse Awareness Month and just in time to raise awareness about child abuse and its' devastating aftereffects comes a unique and exciting new book, entitled "When We Get Back Up - A Generation Will Change".

Released this April 2011, this book goes inside the mind of a child victimized by an abusive father.  The author, Sandra D. was that fearful child who experienced a combination of verbal, physical and sexual abuse.  Most children, who are sexually abused, are abused by a family member or close friend and many incidents of sexual abuse are never reported.

As a fearful child hiding in closets and other secret hiding places, the author used make believe to cope with the realities of abuse.  As a wounded, traumatized adult struggling with deep inner pain, flashbacks, nightmares, out of body experiences, panic attacks, anger, rage and more were symptoms of the abuse.  While facing real life challenges including unhealthy relationships, unwed pregnancy, single parenting, marital abuse, divorce, poverty, depression and hospitalization for a suicide attempt the author looked for ways to heal personal sorrows and inner pain.  Healing takes time and inner work.  Recovery is an on-going process.

This amazing book, written with open, honest dialogue and a dose of humor, is real and it is raw. Based on personal accounts of actual events and real life experiences, Sandra D. alerts all readers of mature subject matters that may be shocking.

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Tom Joyner Partners With PreCash, Bancorp Bank to Offer the REACH Card

Special to the Trice Edney News Wire from Target Market News

(TEWire) - Of the estimated 43 million Americans who are either unbanked or underbanked, a disproportionate number are African-American, according to the FDIC's 2009 survey. Recognizing this issue, nationally syndicated radio host Tom Joyner is partnering with PreCash to present the REACH Visa Prepaid Card, issued by The Bancorp Bank, to empower more African-Americans and others to manage finances through an alternative option to traditional banking by offering a simply priced prepaid debit card.

"In today's economy where every dollar counts, Americans are looking for a way to manage their money, pay bills and they need a financial stepping stone that doesn't have lots of surprising and confusing fees," said Tom Joyner, host of the nationally syndicated The Tom Joyner Morning Show, which reaches an audience of more than eight million in over 100 markets. "I think The REACH Card can empower people to take control of their finances with a fairly priced prepaid card."

The card is issued by The Bancorp Bank; member FDIC, and cardholders' deposits are FDIC insured up to $250,000. Further, all fees are disclosed prior to purchase and there are no hidden fees. Consumers can purchase The REACH Card online by visiting www.thereachcard.com.

"PreCash is excited to work with Tom Joyner to provide people without access to traditional  financial services the freedom of plastic with a simply priced, easy to understand  prepaid debit card," remarked Mia Mends, General Manager of Prepaid Debit for PreCash. "In this increasingly card-based economy, it is critical that unbanked individuals have access to affordable electronic payment options so they are not forced to use high cost, fringe products," added Mends.

The hope is The REACH Card will empower more African Americans, looking for modern solutions to help manage their finances, to use this card as a stepping stone to take control of their money and bring greater financial stability to their lives. The REACH Card is also a good tool for parents to teach teens and college students money management skills at an early age because they can only spend the money that's on the card. As with all prepaid cards, once the funds on the card are spent, more can be added for additional usage.

Marketing plans for the REACH Card are focused on media properties connected with Tom Joyner. Spots are airing on the Tom Joyner Morning Show, and appear on his Web site, BlackAmericaWeb.com. The creative is being handled in-house by PreCash.

Whether it's providing financial assistance to historically black colleges and universities, and the students who attend those institutions, through the Tom Joyner Foundation or working to promote voter registration, Tom Joyner has helped to empower African Americans in all facets of their lives.