B.E. builds on youth brands.New clubs for African American African American Multiculture A person having origins in any of the black racial groups of Africa. See Race. children launched Think it's time It's Time was a successful political campaign run by the Australian Labor Party (ALP) under Gough Whitlam at the 1972 election in Australia. Campaigning on the perceived need for change after 23 years of conservative (Liberal Party of Australia) government, Labor put forward a that young African Americans get some positive national exposure? Well, so do the folks at Black Enterprise Unlimited, a division of Earl G. Graves Ltd. It recently announced the launch of two clubs--Kidpreneurs and Teenpreneurs--for black youth. "These are two innovative programs targeting children eight to 18 years old with the specific [intention] of educating them about economic empowerment em·pow·er tr.v. em·pow·ered, em·pow·er·ing, em·pow·ers 1. To invest with power, especially legal power or official authority. See Synonyms at authorize. 2. , entrepreneurship en·tre·pre·neur n. A person who organizes, operates, and assumes the risk for a business venture. [French, from Old French, from entreprendre, to undertake; see enterprise. and independence," says Melvin Melvin may refer to one of the following: Name:
n. A variety of winter melon (Cucumis melo var. inodorus) having a greenish-yellow rind and sweet, usually salmon-pink flesh. [Origin unknown.] , manager of the Kidpreneurs Program, the banner under which both clubs operate. "We have come up with a number of products and incentives to make their experience not educational but also fun." The program also aims to reinforce pride and self-esteem self-esteem Sense of personal worth and ability that is fundamental to an individual's identity. Family relationships during childhood are believed to play a crucial role in its development. by profiling African American business owners and teens from all walks of life who have realized significant achievements. The key components of the clubs are the newsletters KidpreneursNews (ages eight-12) and BLACK ENTERPRISE For Teens (ages 13-18). Each child receives a subscription to one of the newsletters as part of the $20 annual membership fee. While both publications feature young business owners and address money-related issues, the emphasis for the younger kids is on money-making Mon´ey-mak`ing n. 1. The act or process of making money; the acquisition and accumulation of wealth. Obstinacy in money-making. - Milman. a. 1. ideas, business management and historical African American entrepreneurs. The teen newsletter focuses on economic issues, education (preparing for college, financial aid, scholarships, etc.), job training (access to internships) and investing, as well as celebrity business owners, fun resources and a whole lot more. The goal is to create an awareness among black youth that there is a lot to life and to show them a cross section of young people involved in positive endeavors, whether in business, education, the arts or sports, adds Crenshaw. The newsletters are published six times during the school year from September September: see month. to June. KidpreneursNews is being marketed to schools along with a KidpreneursNews Teacher's Supplement. In addition to a subscription to one of the newsletters, members will receive a club card, a birthday card and premium gift items. Down the line, they will also be able to participate in various contests and sweepstakes sweepstakes, contest or race, usually a horse race, on which a lottery is run. Prizes are awarded to the holders of winning tickets. In the case of a horse race, the draw is made from the names of all the horses entered in the race and vast numbers of blanks. , such as "The Best Business Idea" and "The Best Business Plan." "The programs are evolving, and the process is ongoing to expand the clubs' offerings. We're developing related products and looking at ways to extend the benefits to a broader range of children in the African American community, whether through schools or other initiatives," says Crenshaw. Parents interested in registering their child in the Kidpreneurs or Teenpreneurs Clubs, or teachers and group leaders interested in one of the newsletters, can call 877-KID-PREN. To learn more about the Kidpreneurs Program or to view a sample of the newsletters, please visit Kidpreneurs online at www.blackenterprise.com Black Enterprise Unlimited is a division of Earl G. Graves Ltd. Dedicated to the creation designed to meet your business needs. We can be contacted at B.E. Unlimited, 130 Fifth Ave AVE Avenue AVE Average AVE Alta Velocidad Espanola (train between Madrid and Seville) AVE Alta Velocidad Española (Spanish: High Speed Train) AVE Audio Video Entertainment AVE Advertising Value Equivalent ., New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of , NY 10011-4399; fax: 212-886-9509; e-mail: BEunlim@blackenterprise.com. Following is the contact information to help you learn more about the programs and products of B.E. Unlimited: B.E/PEPSI GOLF & TENNIS CHALLENGE For information on the 1999 Golf & Tennis Challenge, September 2-6, at the Doral Golf Resort and Spa in Miami, call 800-209-7229. B.E. & AXA/EQUITABLE SKI CHALLENGE To inquire about the Second Annual Ski Challenge at Vail's Keystone Resort in Keystone, Colorado, call 800-209-7229. B.E./BANK OF AMERICA ENTREPRENEURS CONFERENCE To receive information about the 2000 Entrepreneurs Conference, at Disney's Contemporary Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, call 800-543-6786. KIDPRENEURS[R] PROGRAM The Kidpreneurs Program is dedicated to the creation of business education products for our children. To learn about our annual Kidpreneurs Konference, call 800-543-6786. To receive information about the Kidpreneurs Program, call 877-KID-PREN (877-543-7736). B.E. UNLIMITED NEWSLETTERS To be placed on the mailing list for: * The Exchange[TM] a business tool for aspiring and established entrepreneurs, call 800-543-6786. * BLACKENTERPRISE For Teens [TM], a publication focusing on economic and self-empowerment or KidpreneursNews[TM], a publication designed to foster the entrepreneurialspirit in children, call 877-KID-PREN (877-543-7736). |
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