Milette Millington

My new article with Caribbean Life News, under Schneps Media, about the work of The Blueprint Foundation Inc. founded by Roxanne Hermanstyne is out! Roxanne Hermanstyne and her family come from Victoria Village, as well as Cove and John Village, both on the Atlantic Coast of Guyana and now live in Hawaii are helping to improve the health and well-being of residents in the rural areas of her homeland. “Each year, my father marked his birthday by arranging transportation for students from the David Rose School for handicapped children to visit my dad’s former business, known as Jazzy Jack in Kitty, for a celebratory event,” she said. Read more here: https://www.caribbeanlife.com/guyana-national-shows-kind-heartedness-by-improving-healthcare-in-her-country/ —————— Alt text (on the site): “Guyana” is written in orange at the top of the page. The headline of the story is written in the color black, and it states: “Guyana national shows kindheartedness by improving healthcare in her country.” My name is written underneath the headline in all capital and lowercase letters, in the color orange. It says: “Milette Millington.” Date is under that, and it says September 26, 2023. Image Description: The image shows a headshot of Roxanne Hermanstyne, founder of the Blueprint Foundation. Credit: Danielle Willis Photography, Hawaii. So many more stories on the way! Stay tuned! #caribbean #guyana #guyanese #kindness #blackownedbusiness #guyanahealthcare #blueprintfoundationinc #disability #disabledjournalists #accessibility #blackjournalists #blackjournalistsrock✨ #journalism #caribbeanlifenews #schnepsmedia

My new article with Caribbean Life News, under Schneps Media, about the talk on September 20, hosted by the Brooklyn Public Library’s Center for Brooklyn History, is out! Held in-person and virtually, the conversation was about the future of feminism, while also celebrating 50 years of the Ms. Foundation for Women and Ms. Magazine. Panelists were Irin Carmon, Shawnda Chapman, and Joanne N. Smith, with moderator Jennifer Weiss-Wolf. Read more here: https://www.caribbeanlife.com/center-for-brooklyn-history-discusses-the-future-of-feminism/ —————— Alt text (on the site): “News” is written in orange at the top of the page. The headline of the story is written in the color black, and it states: “Center for Brooklyn History discusses the Future of Feminism.” My name is written underneath the headline in all capital and lowercase letters, in the color orange. It says: “Milette Millington.” Date is under that, and it says September 25, 2023. Image Description: From left - Moderator Jennifer Weiss-Wolf, with panelists Irin Carmon, Shawnda Chapman, and Joanne N. Smith, all seated on stage during the Brooklyn Public Library’s Center for Brooklyn History (BPL-CBH) talk on Sept. 20. Taken by me. So many more stories on the way! Stay tuned! #books #booklover #bookstagram #literature #history #feminism #feminist #libraries #bpl📚 #disability #disabledjournalists #accessibility #blackjournalists #blackjournalistsrock✨ #journalism #caribbeanlifenews #schnepsmedia

My new article with Caribbean Life News, under Schneps Media, about the Black artist exhibition curated by Atim Annette Oton, of Calabar Gallery, on view at 306 West 38th St., is out! Participating artists are Rosy Petri (from Milwaukee, WI), Winfred Nana Amoah (from Ghana), Donchellee Fulwood (from New Jersey), Dele Jegede (from Nigeria), Sika Foyer (from Togo), Mulenga J Mulenga (from Zambia) and P. Wamaitha Ng’ang’a (from Kenya, based in London, England). Read more here: https://www.caribbeanlife.com/exhibition-curated-by-calabar-gallery-honoring-black-artists/ —————— Alt text (on the site): “Arts & (and symbol) Theater” is written in orange at the top of the page. The headline of the story is written in the color black, and it states: “Exhibition curated by Calabar Gallery honoring Black artists opening this weekend.” My name is written underneath the headline in all capital and lowercase letters, in the color orange. It says: “Milette Millington.” Date is under that, and it says September 19, 2023. Image Description: Artwork by Kenyan born artist P. Wamaitha Ng’ang’a, featured in the exhibition. Credit: @pw_nganga So many more stories on the way! Stay tuned! #africa #africanart #calabargallery #garmentdistrict #blackartists #blackart #disability #disabledjournalists #accessibility #blackjournalists #blackjournalistsrock✨ #journalism #caribbeanlifenews #schnepsmedia

Such a top-notch read! This book unpacks the various reasons for violence in the Black community, while also analyzing its social, cultural, economic and personal toll. It was so detailed, using references to Black history, as well as academia, from a variety of researchers. I love how the author Elliott Currie (who is white), doesn’t shy away from the honest truth regarding experiences of violence he mentions in it. My favorite part of the book is when he elaborates on the roots of violence, going back to the days of slavery, ultimately explaining that it all comes back to the fact that the systems in our country are very flawed and broken I also love the way he not only points out the complexities of violence, but also various examples of remedies for reducing violence around the country. I also love that he clearly explains how his analysis doesn’t mean that the entire Black community is problematic. Thank you Elliott for this incredible masterpiece. Everyone must read this book! 1000/10 recommend it! #bookstagram #booknerd #booklover #books #blackcommunity #bookcommunity Image Description: The cover of Elliott Currie’s book, A Peculiar Indifference: The Neglected Toll of Violence on Black America (2020).

My new article with Caribbean Life News, under Schneps Media, about the 2023 Minority Women-Owned Business Pitch Competition launched by Carver Federal Savings Bank, in partnership with the The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce, is out! The pitch competition was designed in response to climate change and the disproportionate negative impact on communities of color. The applications are open to women aged 18 or older, whose businesses are in the Greater New York Area. This year’s contest doubles not only the number of winners but also the size of the prizes, with four minority women business owners set to receive grant awards of $10,000 each. Read more, and find out how to apply, here: https://www.caribbeanlife.com/women-owned-business-pitch-competition/ —————— Alt text (on the site): “Business” is written in orange at the top of the page. The headline of the story is written in the color black, and it states: “Women-Owned Business Pitch Competition giving more climate-focused awards.” My name is written underneath the headline in all capital and lowercase letters, in the color orange. It says: “Milette Millington.” Date is under that, and it says September 12, 2023. Image Description: From left : Lloyd Doaman, executive director of the Carver Community Development Corporation; competition winners Princess Jenkins and Diane Da Costa; and Michael Pugh, president and CEO of Carver Federal Savings Bank. Credit: Carver Bank The Brownstone Woman Simplee Beautiful Curly Textured Bar Black-Owned Brooklyn So many more stories on the way! Stay tuned! #blackownedbusiness #blackownedbanks #mwbe #minoritywomeninbusiness #disability #disabledjournalists #accessibility #blackjournalists #blackjournalistsrock✨ #journalism #caribbeanlifenews #schnepsmedia

My new article with Caribbean Life News, under Schneps Media, about the new exhibition honoring Latin American artists, curated by Calabar Gallery , is out! Opening today, it will explore wide-ranging art making processes, distinctive cultural roots, issues of language and identity in Latin American art. It will feature 20 artists from Jersey City, NJ and the New York City Metropolitan area. Participating artists include Ray Arcadio, Alexandra Alvarez, Natali Bravo-Barbee Studios, Vanezza Cruz, Giannina Gutierrez, Jacqueline Herranz Brooks, and Tenjin Ikeda. Read more here: https://www.caribbeanlife.com/new-exhibition-at-calabar-gallery-honors-latin-american-artists/ —————— Alt text (on the site): “Arts & (and symbol) Theater” is written in orange at the top of the page. The headline of the story is written in the color black, and it states: “New exhibition at Calabar Gallery honors Latin American artists.” My name is written underneath the headline in all capital and lowercase letters, in the color orange. It says: “Milette Millington.” Date is under that, and it says September 13, 2023. Image Description: Artwork from Vanezza Cruz’s new collection, Vanidades II: Sin nombre pero con memorias (English: Vanities II: Without a name but with memories). Credit: Vanezza Cruz So many more stories on the way! Stay tuned! #latinamerica #latinamericanart #calabargallery #hispanicheritagemonth #latinamericanheritagemonth #disability #disabledjournalists #accessibility #blackjournalists #blackjournalistsrock✨ #journalism #caribbeanlifenews #schnepsmedia

May all families affected by the events of this day be comforted by the memories of their loved ones. May all the medical professionals who helped save lives on this day know that their actions will always be remembered. “And the Lord, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.” - Deuteronomy 31:8, Authorized KJV “For I know the thoughts I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” - Jeremiah 29:11, Authorized KJV #september11 #gonebutneverforgotten🙏

My new article with Caribbean Life News, under Schneps Media, about the arts stroll in Crown Heights, being hosted by Calabar Gallery on September 8, is out! The event has been going on since the first Friday of April this year. In addition to Calabar Gallery, four others will be taking part in the event: Five Myles Gallery, “B” Dry Goods, My Gallery NYC, and The Shirley Project Space. Artists who have work featured during the event include Donchellee Fulwood from New Jersey, Mulenga J. Mulenga from Lusaka, Zambia, Sika Foyer Art from the West African country Togo, and multidisciplinary artist Rosy Petri from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Read more here: https://www.caribbeanlife.com/monthly-arts-stroll-in-crown-heights-happening-next-week/ —————— Alt text (on the site): “Arts & (and symbol) Theater” is written in orange at the top of the page. The headline of the story is written in the color black, and it states: “Monthly Arts Stroll in Crown Heights happening next week.” My name is written underneath the headline in all capital and lowercase letters, in the color orange. It says: “Milette Millington.” Date is under that, and it says September 5, 2023. Image Description: New works hung up on a wall in Calabar Gallery for the art stroll on Sept. 8. In this photo, the works are by artists Donchellee Fulwood, Mulenga J. Mulenga, Sika Foyer and Rosy Petri. Credit: Calabar Gallery So many more stories on the way! Stay tuned! #africa #africanart #calabargallery #caribbeanbusinessowners #blackownedbusiness #disability #disabledjournalists #accessibility #blackjournalists #blackjournalistsrock✨ #journalism #caribbeanlifenews #schnepsmedia

1 year and counting… 50+ articles and counting… Caribbean Life News (Schneps Media) I’ve improved in all the skills I learned as a journalist, because of my time at Brooklyn College and CUNY J-school. Thanks to all my professors for helping me sharpen them, while always learning new ones. Getting to spotlight the Black/Caribbean community and also the disability community is super important to me, and I’m grateful to be doing it more now in my stories! So many more to come from me! Find all my work here:

My new article with Caribbean Life News, under Schneps Media about the vegan restaurant Uptown Veg, owned by Davie Simmons and his daughter Jasmine Myrick, is out! Simmons was born and raised in Georgetown, Guyana, and he now lives in Brooklyn, where his daughter Jasmine Myrick was born and raised. He has been running his restaurant, Uptown Veg, since 1994. It has two locations in Harlem, one at 52 East 125th St., and the other at 349 Malcolm X Blvd. The restaurant’s Brooklyn location just opened in June, at 364 Lewis Ave., in the neighborhood of Bed-Stuy. “My father had the largest influence on me opening a store in Brooklyn,” Myrick said. Read more here: https://www.caribbeanlife.com/for-this-father-daughter-duo-kindness-is-shown-through-vegan-food/ —————— Alt text (on the site): “Guyana” is written in orange at the top of the page. The headline of the story is written in the color black, and it states: “For this father-daughter duo, kindness is shown through vegan food.” My name is written underneath the headline in all capital and lowercase letters, in the color orange. It says: “Milette Millington.” Date is under that, and it says August 29, 2023. Image Description: Davie Simmons, during a community event on August 2. Credit: Jasmine Myrick, co-owner of Uptown Veg. So many more stories on the way! Stay tuned! #caribbean #guyana #guyanese #kindness #vegan #caribbeanbusinessowners #blackownedbusiness #blackbusinessmonth #disability #disabledjournalists #accessibility #blackjournalists #blackjournalistsrock✨ #journalism #caribbeanlifenews #schnepsmedia