by The Carter Malone Group LLC | Aug 15, 2023 | CMG News, News
(MEMPHIS, TN – August 11, 2023) The National Civil Rights Museum is partnering with Zócalo Public Square to host a hybrid panel discussion entitled “Why Isn’t Remembering Enough to Repair” on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. CST/4:00 p.m. PST at The National Civil Rights Museum, located at 450 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN 38103.
Hosted both in-person and online, the live panel discussion is part three of a two-year editorial and four-part series entitled “How Should Societies Remember Their Sins?” Supported by the Mellon Foundation and blending scholarly essays and personal stories, the series explores how societies around the world collectively remember their transgressions and make attempts at repair, and how we might imagine new paths forward.
The purpose of “Why Remembering Isn’t Enough to Repair?” is to talk about how Americans can move beyond the discussion about transgressions in America — slavery, civil rights abuses, the violence of war — and move to action. During the program, we will talk about long-term solutions that will help us begin the healing process from America’s transgressions.
Rhetoric professor Andre E. Johnson, the Monument Lab co-founder and artist Ken Lum, and reparations leader Robin Rue Simmons will discuss what repair looks like and how different people and places have stumbled and succeeded in its pursuit. The discussion will be moderated by William Sturkey, University of North Carolina Historian and author of Hattiesburg.
“Our partnership with Zócalo Public Square for this event is germane to our mission,” said Dr. Russ Wigginton, president of The National Civil Rights Museum. “The museum
examines today’s global civil and human rights, provokes thoughtful debate, and serves as a catalyst for positive social change.”
Visit www.zocalopublicsquare.org/event/why-isnt-remembering-enough-repair to RSVP for the event. In-person attendees will have one-on-one access to our guest speakers after the event and attend our reception with complimentary small bites and beverages. For more information or if you would like to interview someone about the panel discussion, contact Jennifer Sharp, The Carter Malone Group, LLC, at 901.278.0881 or jsharp@cmgpr.com.
About the National Civil Rights Museum:
The National Civil Rights Museum, located at the historic Lorraine Motel where civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated, gives a comprehensive overview of the American Civil Rights Movement from slavery to the present. Since the Museum opened in 1991, millions of visitors from around the world have come, including more than 90,000 student visits annually. The Museum is steadfast in its mission to chronicle the American civil rights movement and tell the story of the ongoing struggle for human rights. It educates and serves as a catalyst to inspire action to create positive social change. To learn more about the National Civil Rights Museum, visit www.civilrightsmuseum.org.
About Zócalo Public Square:
Founded in Los Angeles in 2003, Zócalo Public Square is an ASU Media Enterprise. Zócalo Public Square connects people to ideas and to each other by examining essential questions in an accessible, broad-minded, and democratic spirit. We pursue our mission by convening events and by publishing ideas journalism. We syndicate our journalism to 290 media outlets worldwide and have hosted more than 600 events in 33 cities in the U.S. and beyond, including New York, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Houston, San Francisco, Shanghai, Guadalajara, London, Berlin, and now streaming online. To learn more about the Zócalo Public Square, visit www.zocalopublicsquare.org.
by The Carter Malone Group LLC | Aug 11, 2023 | CMG News, News
(MEMPHIS, TN – August 11, 2023) The Law & Policy Group, Inc. (L&PG), a leading nonprofit organization committed to promoting equality and social justice, has published recent study findings in the 2023 Report on the Status of Black Women and Girls®.
Authored by Yunior Rivas, Lesley Yates, and L&PG founder Gloria J. Browne-Marshall, this comprehensive study examines the state of Black females in America. It is the only ongoing research that explores the challenges and opportunities for Black women and girls in this country. Health, education, politics, employment, criminal justice, youth, marital status and religious beliefs are among the areas studied. The Law & Policy Group, Inc. presented key findings, and discussion, led by Rivas, the L&PG assistant director, and researcher Yates, at a recent event at Brooklyn Public Library.
According to the report, Black women have the highest rate of political participation and Black girls have the highest graduation rate of 96%. However, Black women are being trafficked at an alarming rate and the life expectancy for a Black woman is 74.8 years.
“We publish this report every two years to shed light on issues impacting the condition of Black females in this country,” said Browne-Marshall. “Our aim in publishing this study is to inform all people, especially women and girls. We are providing accessible data showing Black female progress and that of women in other racial groups, as well. We want this ongoing study to serve as a tool for gauging individual as well as group progress.”
Printed and virtual copies of the report can be accessed at www.lawandpolicygroup.org.
For more information or if you would like to learn more about the 2023 Report on Black Women & Girls®, contact Jennifer Sharp, The Carter Malone Group, LLC. at 901.278.0881 or jsharp@cmgpr.com.
The Law & Policy Group Mission
The Law and Policy Group, Inc’s (L&PG) mission is to bridge the gap between laws, policies and the people governed by them. Visit www.lawandpolicygroup.org to learn more about L&PG.
by The Carter Malone Group LLC | Aug 11, 2023 | CMG News, News
(MEMPHIS, TN – August 11, 2023) Families Matter, Inc. will host their Fatherhood Graduation for their AFIRM program participants on Thursday, August 17, 2023 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at their office at 2595 Central Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104 (Inside of Christ Community Health Services’ Outreach Center).
There will be 15 graduates from Families Matter’s co-parenting class. These participants will receive recognition for the time they spent in class learning how to support, care for, and financially support their children. Other participants will receive milestone payments for their employment accomplishments.
AFIRM, an acronym for A Father’s Involvement Really Matters, is a community-based program funded by the Tennessee Department of Human Services’ Tennessee Opportunity Act. It is designed to assist low-income fathers, ages 18-40 in Memphis and Shelby County, by connecting them to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or assisting them with a recent child support order.
“The main goal of AFIRM is to provide fathers in the community with the assistance they need to provide a better life for themselves and their children,” said program manager Patrick Batson. “We’re here to let them know they have a support system.”
AFIRM is designed to support fathers with parenting and co-parenting skills, improved support for dads, increased economic mobility, and healthy education.
For more information or if you would like to interview someone about the graduation, contact Jennifer Sharp, The Carter Malone Group, LLC, at 901.278.0881 or jsharp@cmgpr.com.
About Families Matter, Inc.
Founded in 2004, Families Matter, Inc. is a non-profit organization and resource center that serves families via schools, churches, hospitals, and various community partners to educate, enhance, and encourage clients to become their best selves. Their educational offerings include workshops for couples and single parents and offerings for youth and a parenting boot camp for new dads. They also can connect individuals and couples to counseling services around their area. To learn more about Families Matter, Inc., visit www.familiesmattermemphis.org.
by The Carter Malone Group LLC | Aug 2, 2023 | CMG News, News
(August 2, 2023 – Memphis, Tenn) As part of Shelby County Juvenile Court’s (SCJC) efforts to implement innovative approaches to restorative juvenile justice, SCJC has added PURE Academy as one of its strategic partners. PURE — which stands for Progressing Under Restraints and Extremes — is a residential boarding school designed to train young boys to excel in athletics and academics, while exposing them to opportunities that will prepare students to be productive men. PURE is a private college-preparatory school with a holistic philosophy. Training includes providing students tools to help avoid further delinquent behavior and criminal involvement while preparing them to be well-rounded leaders and accomplished individuals.
“I saw an urgent need to assist underserved youth, mostly from single parent homes in high crime areas,” says CEO/Founder Melvin Cole. “My mission and ultimate goal is to use PURE as a deterrent from negative influences to bring positive changes to our young children.”
PURE has a Category I accreditation from the State of Tennessee Department of Education. SCJC will refer youth fitting the program criteria and those selected by the academy to attend will live on the campus 24-hours, seven days a week. Under ongoing adult supervision, they will participate in a very regimented daily routine that includes exercise, school, sports and evening study. Students attending PURE receive secondary education, as well as mental health sessions and support. Its athletic program includes workouts, football and boxing.
“We know that the key to curtailing juvenile delinquency is to involve community partners who understand the confluence of issues that result in negative youth behavior and how to address these challenges,” said Stephanie Hill PhD. “Melvin Cole and the staff at PURE are among the knowledgeable community partners we are teaming with so we have a range of formidable resources in delivering effective reformative juvenile justice.”
The expectation in referring young males to PURE is improved academic outcomes, on-time high school graduation, and lessened risk of recidivism. To help ensure they meet expected outcomes, PURE administers pre behavioral assessments to determine services needed and post analyses to measure achievement.
An important aspect of PURE’s academic strategy is studies that have personal meaning using lessons with real-world concepts. Scholastics, social-emotional learning, and athletics are interwoven in a collaborative approach that provides each student their own set of tools for positively redirecting their lives for success.
“My life’s story is a testament of how a person can change his or her life to become a productive citizen,” said Melvin Cole. “I use my story to inspire young people to make better decisions.”
The alliance between PURE and SCJC is among the range of community-driven partnerships underway for Juvenile Court. Focusing on helping youth address and heal from the experiences that lead to delinquent behavior is a key strategy for Judge Tarik Sugarmon and his team. They are certain this evidence-based approach will deter youth crime while providing young people what they need to grow into productive citizens.
by The Carter Malone Group LLC | Jun 27, 2023 | CMG News, News
(MEMPHIS, TN – June 23, 2023) The Tennessee Innocence Project (TIP), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, has recently hired two new employees: Gordon Pera and Katie Hagan.
Pera will serve as a staff attorney in the new Memphis office. A native Memphian, Pera previously practiced in the Law Office of the Shelby County Public Defender, representing indigent clients in General Sessions and Mental Health Court.
“Memphis holds a special place in my heart,” Pera said. “As a multi-generational Memphian, I believe in the power of justice and the transformative impact it can have on our community. The opening of the TIP office in Memphis is not just a milestone; it’s a beacon of hope.”
Hagan will serve as a senior legal counsel. A Nashville native, Hagan spent 20 years practicing in the area of criminal law and has previously worked with the Office of the District Attorney for Davidson County, Tennessee. From 2011 until 2022 she was a partner in the law firm of Hagan & Todd.
“I have known for several years that TIP is making a real impact in the criminal justice system,” Hagan said. “I am honored and grateful to be a part of this organization that does so much good work.”
In addition to new team members, TIP will open a Memphis office at 2029 Peabody Avenue in the Midtown area. TIP will host a grand opening for its new location in Mid-September.
“After months of hard work and planning, we can finally say that we are ready to take on the challenges of the Mid-South region,” said Tennessee Innocence Project Executive Director and Lead Counsel Jessica Van Dyke. “We are thrilled to bring our mission to this incredible city and fight for justice and exoneration alongside the Memphis community. We couldn’t have done it without the support of our amazing sponsors, donors and allies.”
About the Tennessee Innocence Project:
Launched in February 2019 as the first full-time innocence organization in the state, the Tennessee Innocence Project (TIP) is a non-profit law firm working to free wrongfully convicted Tennesseans. To date, more than 3,200 people have lost more than 25,000 years due to wrongful convictions across the United States. TIP has three primary focus areas: 1) investigating and litigating wrongful conviction cases for those in Tennessee prisons to obtain exonerations, 2) training law students and attorneys about how to litigate these cases and how to prevent future wrongful convictions, and 3) bringing about changes that lead to the discovery of wrongful convictions and remedies to the wrongfully convicted. To learn more, visit www.tninnocence.org.
For more information or if you would like to interview someone from the Tennessee Innocence Project, contact Jennifer Sharp, The Carter Malone Group, LLC, at 901.278.0881 or jsharp@cmgpr.com.
by The Carter Malone Group LLC | Jun 20, 2023 | CMG News, News
(MEMPHIS, TN – June 20, 2023) Local non-profit Families Matter, Inc. and Shelby County Juvenile Court are partnering to bring more fathers into AFIRM. AFIRM, which is an acronym for A Father’s Involvement Really Matters, is a free program that helps low-income fathers learn parenting tools and skills, find jobs and better manage child support orders. AFIRM is led by Families Matter, Inc., which is working closely with Maximus, a leading employer and worldwide provider of government services. AFIRM is funded by the Tennessee Department of Human Services’ Tennessee Opportunity Act.
AFIRM is currently recruiting low-income fathers from Shelby County between the ages of 18 and 40 who are connected to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), which helps low-income families provide basic necessities for their children, or who have a recent child support order.
Shelby County Juvenile Court magistrates are the officials who hand down child support orders to parents. The magistrates have agreed to support the efforts of Families Matter, Inc. by encouraging low-income fathers with recent or established child support orders to take part in the AFIRM program.
“Low-income fathers who are not part of their children’s primary household can sometimes feel isolated and unable to provide the emotional and financial support their children need,” said Carol Jackson, Executive Director of Families Matter, Inc. “We believe that AFIRM can help these fathers become the best dads they can be.”
AFIRM has three main goals:
- Develop healthy parenting tools and skills to strengthen father/child bonds
- Increase fathers’ ability to earn more over time
- Improve fathers’ ability to consistently pay child support
AFIRM focuses on three main needs:
- Fatherhood coaching and parenting support
- Career building and job placement
- Help with managing child support orders
AFIRM Fatherhood Facilitators help dads throughout their time in the program. The facilitators are teachers, trainers, and expert group leaders. The magistrates wanted the Fatherhood Facilitators to be the first point of contact for fathers they send to the AFIRM program. Families Matter, Inc. agreed to make this happen.
“By sending fathers to this program, our magistrates can help strengthen families and father/child bonds for thousands of Shelby County families,” said Shelby County Juvenile Court Judge Tarik Sugarmon. “A father is an essential part of a child’s life, and we want to give these fathers the support they need to become great dads.”
To contact a Fatherhood Facilitator, fathers can call 901-679-2863, 901-213-6036, or 662-931-0888.
About Families Matter, Inc.
Founded in 2004, Families Matter, Inc. is a non-profit organization and resource center that serves families via schools, churches, hospitals, and a variety of community partners to educate, enhance, and encourage our clients to become their best selves. Their educational offerings include workshops for couples and single parents and offerings for youth and a parenting boot camp for new dads. They also can connect individuals and couples to counseling services around their area. To learn more about Families Matter, Inc., visit www.familiesmattermemphis.org.
by The Carter Malone Group LLC | Jun 12, 2023 | CMG News, News
(MEMPHIS, TN – June 12, 2023) Families Matter, Inc. is partnering with Mt. Vernon Baptist Church to host The Fatherhood Walk on Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, located at 620 Parkrose Avenue, Memphis, TN 38109.
On-site registration is free and will begin at 9:00 a.m. The walk will begin at 9:30 a.m. and there will be food and fellowship from 10:45 a.m. to noon immediately after the walk.
“We are excited to partner with Mt. Vernon Baptist Church as we celebrate fathers in our community,” said Carol Jackson, Executive Director of Families Matter, Inc. “The purpose of this walk is to promote fatherhood, the importance of families, and peace, love, unity, and non-violence in my community.”
Several community vendors will be on-site to provide resources for our attendees. Memphis Police Department will provide free gun locks, Baptist Memorial Hospital and Health Care Services will provide free blood pressure screenings, and the RISE Foundation will provide financial literacy resources.
Representatives from Families Matter’s pilot program, A Father’s Involvement Really Matters (AFIRM), will also be in attendance to help attendees register for the program. Funded by the Tennessee Department of Human Services’ Tennessee Opportunity Act, AFIRM is designed to assist low-income fathers, ages 18–40 in Memphis and Shelby County, by connecting them to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or assistance with a recent child support order.
“Fathers are the backbone of families and our community and we must do all we can to show our appreciation to them,” said Melvin Watkins, Senior Pastor of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. “We are thrilled and appreciative of this great partnership with Families Matter, Inc. as we celebrate fathers in Memphis and Shelby County.
For more information or if you would like to interview someone about the walk, contact Jennifer Sharp, The Carter Malone Group, LLC, at 901.278.0881 or jsharp@cmgpr.com.
About Families Matter, Inc.
Founded in 2004, Families Matter, Inc. is a non-profit organization and resource center that serves families via schools, churches, hospitals, and a variety of community partners to educate, enhance, and encourage our clients to become their best selves. Their educational offerings include workshops for couples and single parents and offerings for youth and a parenting boot camp for new dads. They also can connect individuals and couples to counseling services around their area. To learn more about Families Matter, Inc., visit www.familiesmattermemphis.org.
by The Carter Malone Group LLC | May 27, 2023 | CMG News, News
(MEMPHIS, TN – May 26, 2023) The Tarik Black Foundation (TBF) will host its Girls Life Academy Memphis (GLAM!) FEST on June 2-3, 2023 at Mount Olive Cathedral CME Church, located at 538 Martin L. King Jr. Avenue. GLAM, a Tarik Black Foundation (TBF) program kicks off the summer with this two-day event of self-discovery for teen girls ages 12 and up.
On the first day, girls will depart from Mt. Olive Cathedral CME Church at 8:00 a.m. to Malco Powerhouse Cinema Grill & MXT for a special screening of Disney’s new adaption of The Little Mermaid. After the screening, conference attendees will return to Mt. Olive for the rest of the conference, which covers various topics including fitness and nutrition, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) careers, and feminine care.
GLAM! FEST organizers have invited a range of local and national subject-matter experts to lead discussions. Session leaders during this two-day conference include Gabrielle Harris, nationally recognized motivational speaker and spokesperson for people with disabilities; Jean Jackson, a production team member of The Last of Us on HBO; Shaylon Scott, founder of Book Mecca in Dallas, TX; Sable Otey, former Olympic Bobsled competitor; and Bruque Argaw, an engineer for General Motors.
Registration is $5.00 and is open to 150 girls. Registration includes the movie screening, entrance to conference sessions, and lunch for both days.
“GLAM! FEST has been one of TBF’s programs since 2018,” said Judith Black Moore, president and co-founder of TBF. “However, we have changed the format this year from a six-weeks camp for 20 girls to a festival-like conference for up to 150 girls.”
Corporate sponsors for GLAM! FEST are Lemon Perfect, True Moringa, ServiceMaster Clean, the National Basketball Players Association, Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), Baptist Memorial Healthcare, The Carter Malone Group, Mt. Olive Cathedral CME Church, and Moore Communications.
Parents and youth can register online at www.tarikblackfoundation.org/events. For information, call (901) 497-6634.
About The Tarik Black Foundation (TBF)
The Tarik Black Foundation was founded by former NBA player now international basketball player Tarik Black. The Memphis native, who graduated from Ridgeway High School, received his undergraduate degree from the University of Memphis and his master’s degree from the University of Kansas. The Tarik Black Foundation, headquartered in Black’s hometown, Memphis, TN, provides programs and recognizes causes that offer to help bring about positive change in communities. The foundation is managed by Tarik’s mother Judith Black Moore who serves as president and oversees day-to-day operations. For more information on the organization, visit www.TarikBlackFoundation.org.
About Girls Life Academy Memphis (GLAM)
GLAM, or Girls Life Academy Memphis, is a TBF program. Our mission is to elevate understanding in the areas of Global Diversity, Wealth Creation, Healthy Habits, and the Impact of Technology by providing youth access to practical information through exposure to the real world.
by The Carter Malone Group LLC | May 24, 2023 | CMG News, News
The Carter Malone Group (CMG) is looking for a Social Media Coordinator to work with our team. CMG is a public relations, marketing, advertising and government relations firm. Reports to the President/CEO. This is a full-time position.
Social Media Coordinator Job Responsibilities:
- Execute a results-driven social media strategy.
- Develop and curate engaging content for social media platforms.
- Assist in the creation and editing of written, video, and photo content.
- Attend events and produce live social media content.
- Maintain unified brand voice across different social media channels.
- Collaborate with marketing team to create a social media calendar.
- Monitor social media channels for industry trends.
- Interact with users and respond to social media messages, inquiries, and comments.
- Review analytics and create reports on key metrics.
- Assist in the development and management of social media marketing and influencer marketing strategy.
The Carter Malone Group offers health, dental and vision insurance and a 401K.The work hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., some after hours and weekends.
Social Media Coordinator Qualifications / Skills:
- Passion for social media and proficiency with major social media platforms and social media management tools
- Proficiency with video and photo editing tools, digital media formats, and HTML
- Excellent social listening skills
- Ability to understand historical, current, and future trends in the digital content and social media space
- Strong copywriting and copy-editing skills
- Top-notch oral and verbal communication skills
- Impeccable time management skills with the ability to multitask
- Detail-oriented approach with ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field
- 1-3 years experience with B2C social media marketing or content development
- Direct experience using social media management tools (Hootsuite, Sprinklr)
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premier Pro) or equivalent digital media editing tools a plus
Salary range – negotiable
Serious candidates should send a resume and cover letter to info@cmgpr.com to the attention of Brittany Malone.
by The Carter Malone Group LLC | May 24, 2023 | CMG News, News
(MEMPHIS, TN – May 12, 2023) MVP3 Entertainment Group CEO/Founder Marie Pizano is bringing Hollywood to Memphis. At a news conference today, MVP3 announces the development of three films and two documentary projects, a partnership with World Wide Radio, the launch of MVP3 TV Network and the MVP3 Foundation focus.
“We are proud to announce MVP3 will produce the film ‘Hillbilly Bible’ and two documentaries ‘The Walter Bailey Story: The Man, The Icon and the Law’ and ‘A Society in Crisis: A Family Divided,’” said Pizano. “Our team is also launching a partnership with World Wide Radio on May 5th to air MVP3 radio programs. The station will also play the Top 40 hits from around the world. Our station will focus on all genres of music.”
Actor John Amos and his son, writer/director/producer K.C. Amos, participated in the news conference and shared their excitement over the projects. John Amos will act and narrate, and K.C. Amos will serve as a director on all three projects.
MVP3 Network is a new over-the-top (OTT) social video and multi-channel streaming network that launches Tuesday, May 30, 2023. There are no subscription fees. This is a pay-per-view platform. This network is fueled by ENDAVO, a video distribution automation platform. The categories include: food, science and technology, home and garden, music, radio, finance, community, international, medical, news and live streaming events, and more.
“I believe in Memphis and Shelby County and giving back to this community is important to me,” said Pizano. “I created the MVP3 Foundation as a way to create programs that will help educate, train and create job opportunities for students and provide assistance for those in need.”
To learn more about MVP3 Entertainment visit the website at www.mvp3entertainmentgroupllc.com
