Cyril Josh Barker

New York

Web Editor at New York Amsterdam News

Co-host/Commentator at Emmis Communications

@NYAmNews Digital Editor, news commentator/co-host (@WBLS1075NYC/@WBAI 99.5 FM) and Bronx resident.

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Brotherhood Sister Sol Raises Nearly $2 Million at Annual Gala, Honors Billy Porter and Ai-jen Poo

May 17, 2024 | postnewsgroup.com | Cyril Josh Barker

By Cyril Josh Barker | AmNews Digital EditorThe Harlem-based youth development and social justice organization Brotherhood Sister Sol (BroSis) honored actor and singer Billy Porter and National Domestic Workers Alliance president Ai-jen Poo at its 2024 Voices gala on Thursday night, where the organization raised $1.9 million. Returning for its 19th year, Voices is the organization’s annual benefit to celebrate its youth members and enrich programming.
Brotherhood Sister Sol Raises Nearly $2 Million at Annual Gala, Honors Billy Porter and Ai-jen Poo %

May 13, 2024 | orlandoadvocate.com | Stacy Brown |Cyril Josh Barker

By Cyril Josh Barker | AmNews Digital EditorThe Harlem-based youth development and social justice organization Brotherhood Sister Sol (BroSis) honored actor and singer Billy Porter and National Domestic Workers Alliance president Ai-jen Poo at its 2024 Voices gala on Thursday night, where the organization raised $1.9 million. Returning for its 19th year, Voices is the organization’s annual benefit to celebrate its youth members and enrich programming.
Brotherhood Sister Sol Raises Nearly $2 Million at Annual Gala, Honors Billy Porter and Ai-jen Poo

May 12, 2024 | blackpressusa.com | Cyril Josh Barker

By Cyril Josh Barker | AmNews Digital EditorThe Harlem-based youth development and social justice organization Brotherhood Sister Sol (BroSis) honored actor and singer Billy Porter and National Domestic Workers Alliance president Ai-jen Poo at its 2024 Voices gala on Thursday night, where the organization raised $1.9 million. Returning for its 19th year, Voices is the organization's annual benefit to celebrate its youth members and enrich programming.
Susan L. Taylor continues advocating for youth mentoring

Feb 27, 2024 | amsterdamnews.com | Cyril Josh Barker

Susan L. Taylor Credit: Contributed Founder and CEO of the National CARES Mentoring Movement and Editor-in-Chief Emerita of Essence magazine Susan L. Taylor continues her work in improving the lives for youth through her organization. An area of urgent concern for Taylor is the growing suicide rate among young Black people between five at 24.
VIDEO: Susan L. Taylor talks youth mental health

Feb 27, 2024 | amsterdamnews.com | Cyril Josh Barker

Founder and CEO of the National CARES Mentoring Movement and Editor-in-Chief Emerita of Essence magazine Susan L. Taylor continues her work in improving the lives of youth through her organization. Read the full story here. Like this:Like Loading... Related
Former New York Giant Carl Banks showcases Super Bowl apparel collection

Feb 6, 2024 | amsterdamnews.com | Cyril Josh Barker

Carl Banks Credit: Cyril Josh Barker photo Former New York Giants linebacker Carl Banks recently showcased a limited edition Super Bowl LVIII apparel collection. Banks serves as President of G-III Sportsand major league sports teams clothing company Starter.
Black professionals converge for Holiday Soirée/Starlight Awards in Harlem

Dec 11, 2023 | amsterdamnews.com | Cyril Josh Barker

Starlight Award honoree: Jay Alexander Martin, founder of clothing company FUBU; activist Tamika Mallory; Larry Scott Blackman; Ebony Janice; Dr. Torian Easterling, former first deputy commissioner and chief equity officer for the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; former City Councilmember Robert Cornegy; Spectrum News NY1 reporter Dean Miminger; past president of Empire State Medical Association, the late Dr. Christopher A.
Holiday Soirée/Starlight Awards bring together Black professional organizations

Dec 6, 2023 | amsterdamnews.com | Cyril Josh Barker

George Sainteus Credit: Contributed The Urban Professional Mixer (UPMIXER) is hosting its annual event, the Holiday Soirée, on December 9 at the newly opened Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel in Harlem. The event aims to promote networking, scholarship celebrations, and recognizing notable community leaders.
Harlem Candle Company featured on Oprah’s Favorite Things list

Nov 20, 2023 | amsterdamnews.com | Cyril Josh Barker

Teri Johnson, founder/owner of Harlem Candle Company Credit: Cyril Josh Barker photo Harlem Candle Company founder Teri Johnson is celebrating something special this holiday season. One of her many scented candles recently made the famed “Oprah’s Favorite Things” list.
NiLu gift shop showcases Black-owned creations

Nov 20, 2023 | amsterdamnews.com | Cyril Josh Barker

NiLu Gift Shop Credit: Cyril Josh Barker photo NiLu gift shop Harlem is putting the “Black” in Black Friday and wants shoppers to buy Black this holiday season. NiLu, an online lifestyle brand with a brick-and-mortar flagship store in Harlem, has products ranging from crafted accessories, thoughtful gifts, and home goods.