Tennessee blocked $8 million for HIV, now ends up with $13 million, stunning advocates Posted in: Press

The state on Thursday passed $9 million in state funding for HIV prevention, surveillance and treatment, adding to $4 million in federal funds from the CDC. By Benjamin Ryan In a turnaround that has stunned and pleasantly surprised HIV advocates, Tennessee has gone from blocking $8.3 million in annual federal funds for HIV prevention, surveillance and treatment to including a new allotment of $9 million in the state budget approved Thursday to combat the virus. This…

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Episode 74 – Toni Newman, Best-Selling African American Transgender Author and Director of The Coalition for Justice & Equality Across Movements at NMAC Posted in: Press

On this episode of She Dynasty, Valerie’s got a very special guest – and on a very special day! Toni Newman, Best-Selling African American Transgender Author, joined us on International Trans Day of Visibility, to share her amazing personal and professional journey! Tap the play button to hear about Toni’s experience going from a scholarship student and self-proclaimed “sissy boy,” to being a proud trans woman, the Interim CEO of the Black AIDS Institute and…

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In a Twist, Tennessee OKs $9M in HIV Funding. But Is There a Catch? Posted in: Press

Plus: The CDC will bypass Republican roadblocks and deliver federal HIV grants directly to a Nashville-based nonprofit. April 21, 2023 • By Trent Straube   UPDATE: Plot twist in the Tennessee HIV funding story. Mere hours after POZ filed the below story, NBC News reported that Tennessee lawmakers on Thursday approved $9 million in the state budget for HIV efforts. This follows national outrage since Republican leadership announced in January that the state would reject up to $10…

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At Home With’: Toni Newman Is Fighting for the Communities She Cares About Posted in: Press

I admit, I was a bit trepidatious about talking with Toni Newman. She’s the dynamic director of the Coalition for Justice and Equality Across Movements for NMAC, and the title alone is intimidating. Toni also served as the interim CEO of the Black AIDS Institute, among other heavyweight titles she’s earned. She’s an absolute force and someone who’s not to be taken lightly. I shouldn’t have been nervous. Toni couldn’t have been more wonderful in…

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The Heart of Health Equity – Toni Newman Posted in: Press

In celebration of Transgender Visibility Day (March 31st), we are sharing stories from those who are leading the fight for transgender equality. The latest Heart of Health Equity episode with host Ashlei A. Rodgers, MPH features guest Toni Newman of the National Minority AIDS Coalition (NMAC). Hear their candid conversation about Toni’s advocacy work, her role as CEO of three major organizations, what happened when a white supremacist asked her to lunch, and how she continues to fight for the rights of LGBTQ+ community.

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NMAC Launches Coalition For Justice & Equality Across Movements Posted in: Press

NMAC is launching the Coalition for Justice & Equality, a new division within the agency. The Coalition will build partnerships with other progressive-focused organizations in and out of the HIV community to respond to harmful decisions by the U.S. Supreme Court or other courts, dangerous legislation from Congress or state legislatures, and prejudicial actions by state officials. By: NMAC Toni Newman WASHINGTON – Jan. 26, 2023 – PRLog — “Our goal with the Coalition is to build a progressive NATO,…

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I RISE – THE TRANSFORMATION OF TONI NEWMAN Posted in: Press

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A TRUE TALE OF RAGS TO RICHES OF AFRICAN AMERICAN TRANSGENDER
I Rise, the controversial coming of age novel by Toni Newman will bring tears of joy and perseverance. I Rise, is the true story of Toni Newman’s transformation from an effeminate, conflicted male to a proud, educated transsexual.

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4 Shopping Tips to Support Inclusion, Diversity, & Positive Change  Posted in: Press

You already know that supporting and donating to organizations that prop up minority and disabled populations is important. But you should also know that where you spend your paycheck can have just as much power. By choosing to support businesses and brands that are dedicated to inclusion and equity as well as a diverse workforce, you can make even more of a difference in the world. And these tips from Toni D Newman can help!…

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America’s Top Black CEOs Posted in: Press

The imaginative and prescient and actions of a CEO permeate each facet of a company. Financials, customer support, and firm tradition mirror the objectives and techniques of these in management positions. A current shift towards increasing range, fairness, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives has created new alternatives for individuals of coloration in company settings. In a world the place solely 19 out of a complete of 1,800 Fortune 500 CEOs have been Black, individuals of coloration…

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