As Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stood at the podium addressing negative behavior towards females in Washington, DC, Cynthia mingled with five impressionable toddlers from Queens, New York. A private Let Girls Learn session was requested by a group of mothers. Covid-19 interrupted school and the ability to attend summer camp. The world was already dealing with … Continue reading Let Girls Learn in Queens, New York

Today was the Designations of Deputy Commisioners at City Hall. We are celebrating competence. Entertainment was by led by a Latin NYPD Band “La Jara Band” as we watched the 1st Deputy Police Commisioner Ernest Morales III and Deputy Police Commisioner of Special Initiatives Jennifer Lackard be sworn in. Tha Brown Urban Mother Partners, Inc. … Continue reading Tha BUMP Supports MVPD

Beyond the Classroom... During the height of the Civil Rights Movement many children were interested in activism. Classes were held by advisors and individuals who were able to guide. The goal was to interrupt the horrible Jim Crow Laws and prepare the children what to expect while (1) sitting at the counters trying to be … Continue reading The Children’s March in Mount Vernon, New York

His fathers last words “Why do you have your guns out?”-Kenneth Chamberlin, Sr. November 19, 2011 We stood for lives stolen by police officers in Westchester County. Dear Black Man, Soror ❤️ You… #dst1913 #deltasforjustice #nojusticenopeace #dstwas #westchesterdeltas We can’t take it no more. We won’t take it no more. Emmett Till. ScottsBourough Nine. Central … Continue reading Stolen Lives in Westchester County Rally

The weather was unpredictable in Mount Vernon, New York but that did not stop concerned citizens to speak out. Jesse Van Lew is consistent with his three words “Save Mount Vernon”. The darkness of his health did not stop Jesse as he stood in the rain chanting “Save Mount Vernon! Save Mount Vernon!” Jesse Van … Continue reading Save Mount Vernon

“I Know My Rights” Town Hall. There are many conversations we must have with our Black Boys. The panel that @thecitynevrsleeps put together were mirrors for the boys in the room. Moments were powerful. Detective David Clarke and Author & Activist Corey Pegues I was able to share with @mysonnenygeneral that the characters in his … Continue reading I Know My Rights Forum

Candle Light Vigil for Brandon Hendricks, 17. Brandon just graduated from Metropolitan Soundview High School last week and he needed a little cash — and some advice — before heading out for a friend’s birthday barbeque on Sunday. Hours before a college-bound Bronx basketball star was fatally shot, he made a quick phone call to … Continue reading Tha BUMP Standing with Parents of Slain Brandon Hendricks

Ride for Justice along the Hutchinson River Parkway was monumental. I had the opportunity to see power, peace and love. The cyclist community were exciting and started out early which is my cup of tea. I met many various groups and teams who were excited for Justice. I talk about Dear Black Man, I Love … Continue reading Tha B.U.M.P Support Riders for Justice

Local police in Rochester, NY are clearing up confusion about mask enforcement. They say they can’t legally hand out tickets or arrest people who aren’t wearing them — but they will encourage and educate the public. Unfortunately, in NYC the role of officers are enforcing social distancing measures with arrest, violent confrontations and inconsistency in … Continue reading Respect Us