African-American Enrollment In Med Schools Rises

The nation’s medical schools have made some progress in expanding the number of African-American students. This fall, nearly 1,600 black students enrolled in medical school, an increase of 11.6 percent over last year. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive…

Columbia University/New York Presbyterian Tried To Fire Doctors

On the morning of October 12, residents of the prestigious Columbia University/New York Presbyterian’s Family Residency Programs received some demoralizing news. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please…

Congressman Rangel Host Career Fair In Harlem

Congressman Charles B. Rangel, in cooperation with The City College of New York and Harlem Community Development Corporation, is hosting a career fair on Tuesday, November 10th, 2015, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at The Great Hall of Shepard Hall, located on the campus of The City College of New York (W. 139th &…

Harlem, Apply Now For NYC’s Entrepreneurship Lab

NYCEDC and design technologies, are pleased to launch the fourth year of Entrepreneurship Lab NYC. ELabNYC, the premier life science entrepreneur training and networking program, is now accepting applications for the 2016 program. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from…

Celebrate National Womens Small Business Month

The number of American women who own their own businesses is on the rise from Harlem to Hollywood. It’s estimated that more than 9.1 million women now lead their own enterprises. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem…

Formerly Incarcerated Men First-Time NYC Marathon

The Fortune Society announced today it is an Official Charity Partner of the 2015 TCS New York City Marathon.  The race will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2015. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World…

Harlem-Based NAN Recognizes LGBT History

In recognition of LGBT History Month and National Coming Out Day, National Action Network (NAN) is announcing the creation of NAN’s LGBTQ Alliance, whose mission is to support action and activism on behalf of civil rights for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe…

H&M Reshapes Mainstream Fashion From Harlem To Harare (video)

Muslim women in hijabs are becoming increasingly visible in the public domain, whether appearing in Android ads, walking across 116th Street in “Little Africa” in Central Harlem or the new H&M ad. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from…

Harlem Retiree Social Security Benefits Won’t Increase

NY Daily News reports that wheelchair-bound Harlem retiree Patricia Carter was already three months behind on her rent when she heard the news Tuesday that her Social Security benefits aren’t increasing next year. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive…

6 Halloween Pet Safety Tips For Fido’s In Harlem

As Halloween in Harlem approaches, pet enthusiasts may be gearing up for this year’s festivities with miniature costumes, decorative items and treats for their furry friends.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can…

Mayor Dinkins Honored With Leadership Award

Former New York City Mayor and Harlem fave David Dinkins, Doug Wirth, President and CEO of Amida Care, New York’s largest Medicaid Special Needs Health Plan (SNP), received the Health Care Leadership Award from the Acacia Network, Inc. at its 45th Annual Gala on October 15 in midtown Manhattan. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our…

Today Is National Latino AIDS Awareness Day

Today is National Latino AIDS Awareness Day from Harlem to Hollywood. More than 1.2 million people are living with HIV in the United States, and more than 47,000 new cases were identified in 2013. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive…

Miss Universe Leila Lopes Tested At Iris House Harlem

If Miss Universe 2012, Leila Lopes can get tested, you can get tested. Iris House offers free and confidential HIV Rapid Tests at Iris House locations in Harlem on weekdays from 10 AM to 5 PM.   Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like…