BPN was very active in 2016, providing a range of services for the community. These included:
- MLK Parade and Activities
- 2016 Resolution to Revolution Forum
- Black History Quiz Bowl
- Two Part Empowerment Workshop
- Scholarship Luncheon (four awarded)
- Back to School Donation
- Holiday Social & Toy Drive
1. What is the Black Professionals Network of Jonesboro?
We are an organization that operates off of the four L’s…
- Live: Provide Networking Opportunities
- Learn: Provide & Promote Leadership & Development
- Lead: Promote Community Service Initiatives
- Link: Develop Strategic Partnerships in the NEA area.
2. What are we doing?
Involvement:
- Back to School Program – Stomp Out Bullying
Partnered with ASU Greeks providing services: Projects, cookouts, and mentorship - Martin Luther King Jr. March
Participated in the annual MLK March in Jonesboro, AR - Sickle Cell Awareness Gala
Sponsored and Attended the Gala in support of Sickle Cell Awareness - Strong Turner Soul Food Event
Support and Participated in Soul Food Event; assisted where needed - ASU Student Affairs’ Pastor’s Appreciation/Information Luncheon
Support and Participated in Luncheon - Black History Quiz Bowl for the youth
3. Do I have to be a professional to join?
Everyone is a professional in their perspective fields of employment; this organization is open to anyone who is engaged in an occupation as a paid job rather than a hobby.
4. What qualifications do you have to possess to join?
Everyone is a professional in their perspective fields of employment; this organization is open to anyone who is engaged in an occupation as a paid job rather than a hobby.
5. Why did you join?
- As an opportunity to network and meet like-minded people.
- Involve myself in the community spirit of Black professionals in Jonesboro
6. How far do we reach?
North East Arkansas (NEA)
7. Why should I give away my money?
- Show community and member involvement
- References
- Open resources
- To learn about entrepreneurial growth & life skills from professionals
- Receive Support and Guidance from Peers
- Whatever you do in life, there will be a cost associated to validate worth.
- Simple investment in worth and self
- Enables us to bring in people and provide professional development and training
- Provides discounts