---Dick Gregory helps Boeing salute diversity---
Thanks to a collaboration inspired by Boeing Philadelphia's Michael Benson and UnityFirst.com President and CEO Janine Fondon, the Boeing Corporation recently welcomed author and activist Dick Gregory to its Philadelphia site to speak with employees about the power and potential of a diverse workforce. "First, you have to understand who you are as a human being," he said. "The work you do here is important, but what you do in the name of diversity is what makes America a better place." Using humor and personal experiences to deliver his powerful messages, Gregory stressed the importance of taking personal responsibility and maintaining one's spirituality during the fight for equality. He also credited the civil rights movement of the 1960s and 70s for liberties enjoyed today by all people. Sponsored by the Boeing Philadelphia Diversity Council, the event marked the latest tribute to diversity by the Philadelphia site. Some of the guests to share in this diversity event included Janine Fondon, president and CEO of UnityFirst.com, a web site dedicated to promoting diversity e-news, Naomi Tutu, associate director, Office of International Relations and Programs at Tennessee State University and daughter of South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and Pat Coulter, president and CEO of the Philadelphia Urban League. Following the event, Dick Gregory joined Janine and Tom Fondon, founders, UnityFirst.com, at a book signing for their new release, "The Practice of Power: Finding Success in a Diverse World." To get a copy of the book, send an email to: info@unityfirst.com. If interested in a CD of Dick Gregory's "State of Black America", send an email to: info@unityfirst.com.

---African American high tech firm, Bredy Network Management Corporation, provides high tech support in the midst of Florida's hurricane disasters---Bredy Network Management Corporation (BNMC), a Massachusetts-based high tech company owned by Eryck Bredy, specializes in network operating systems integration, strategic data and storage management strategies, data services design, enterprise messaging design and solutions, and offers many other services. The company's specialty, back-up and disaster recovery, came in handy during the recent hurricanes in Florida, when a national company based in Florida needed to continue operation despite the storm. Thanks to the skill and expertise of BNMC, the Florida-based national company, "Your Money Access," was able to function fully despite the destruction caused by the hurricanes. Keep your company safe…for more information, call 781-932-9032 or send an email to: info@bnmc.net

---National Council of Negro Women celebrates 19th Annual Black Family Reunion---An estimated 500,000 attendees of all backgrounds and ethnicities came together to participate in the 19th Annual Black Family Reunion celebration on the National Mall. September 11th and 12th featured two days of entertainment, health screenings, information pavilions, workshops and various ethnic food vendors in some 15 pavilions, showcasing prominent experts, celebrities and performing artists. The free cultural event was hosted by the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW). Created in 1986 by Dorothy Height Ph.D., NCNW chair and president emerita, in response to negative publicity about the Black family, the Black Family Reunion seeks to unify and engage the community on issues impacting the Black family, including education, economic development, health and employment. Each year families gather to celebrate the strengths and to reaffirm the values of the Black community. The celebration commenced with a prayer ceremony led by keynote speaker, Bishop T.D. Jakes. One of the new pavilions this year was the Voter Registration pavilion, which enabled thousands of people to register to vote in the 2004 elections "The Black Family Reunion Celebration comes together each year through a unified effort of supporters to promote family values and instill a sense of pride in our communities, said NCNW Executive Director Cheryl Cooper. For more info, send an inquiry to: info@unityfirst.com.

---September is Prostate Health Month-THE PROSTATE NET: Your Source for Free Prostate Cancer Screenings---In recognition of Prostate Health Month (September), The Prostate Net encourages men to get checked for prostate cancer, the single most diagnosed of all cancers, and the second leading cause of cancer death in men. Earlier this year, hospitals and community leaders joined forces for Going to the Barbershop to Fight Cancer, an award-winning campaign urging men to get checked for prostate cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. Barbers, historically respected as influential leaders in the African American community, have been dubbed "health motivators" by hospital partners, and continue to spread the word in African American neighborhoods nationwide. To learn about free or low-cost prostate cancer screenings in your city or to schedule a Prostate Cancer Awareness Event as part of an upcoming community / church health fair, visit www.ProstateNet.org or call 1.888-4ProsNet (1-888-476-7638). African American men are affected 59% more than White males and have a death rate 128% higher than White men. Latino/Hispanic males have the third highest rates of prostate cancer incidence and death. The Prostate Net encourages men to have a PSA test to start the dialogue between doctor and patient to determine "the best standard of care." For more information, contact: Lynne Scott Jackson via phone: 212-560-9300 or Email:Millynneum@aol.com.

---Congrats! Jewel Diamond Taylor celebrates 20th anniversary in motivational ministry---Jewel Diamond Taylor celebrates the 20th anniversary of her motivational ministry as a speaker, author and retreat facilitator. In celebration, please register to attend Jewel's Don't Give up Motivational Brunch on Saturday, October 16, 2004 at the beautiful Westin Century City Plaza Hotel (Avenue of the Stars in Los Angeles). For more information, send an email to JewelMotivates@aol.com or call (323) 964.1736. Tickets include a delicious brunch, seminar and gift bag. Tickets can also be purchased via: www.DoNotGiveUp/calendarofevents.htm. Don't miss this great event! Congratulations Jewel!

---Gail Marquis, member of 1972-73 Queens College Women's Basketball Team, inducted into NYC Basketball Hall of Fame---The accomplishments and impact of the 1972-73 Queens College women's basketball team will be recognized when its members, including Gail Marquis (see photo on UnityFirst.com) will become the first women's team inducted into the New York City Basketball Hall of Fame. Queens College joins just a handful of teams in the City's Basketball Hall of Fame, including the 1969-70 NBA champion Knicks, the 1949-50 City College team that won both the NCAA and NIT crowns, and the 1963-64 undefeated Power Memorial H.S. team that featured Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. The Queens College women hosted a standing-room-only national championship tournament in 1972-73, finished second, and attracted a previously unprecedented level of media and public attention that became a benchmark for other colleges. This was the first women's team from New York City to play for a national championship.

---Atlanta: Governor's Small Business Center and Atlanta Tribune---
The Governor's Small Business Center and Atlanta Tribune: The Magazine will co-host the second annual Moving Your Business Forward conference on Monday, September 27, 2004, at the Sheraton Midtown Atlanta Hotel at Colony Square. This one-day event will inspire and motivate entrepreneurs to take their business to the next level. The lineup for Moving Your Business Forward in 2005 includes a number of guest speakers, panel discussions and workshops. The conference will kick off with a presentation by award-winning author and business motivator Patricia Russell-McCloud and an enlightening panel discussion with top female executives from companies including Coca-Cola Enterprises, Church's Chicken, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Russell Corporation and the Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission. The conference will take place from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Sheraton Midtown Atlanta Hotel at Colony Square (188 14th Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30361).