Social Aid and Pleasure Club Gives Back During Holiday Season

Lighting The Road To The Future

N.O. Chamber Annual Data Zone Board Luncheon Page 6 “The People’s Paper” December 14 - December 20, 2019 54th Year Volume 33 www.ladatanews.com

A Data News Weekly Exclusive

ZULU Social Aid and Pleasure Club Gives Back During Holiday Season

Page 2 Newsmaker State & Local Mayor Cantrell Congratulates LSU Wins RTA on Selection of New SEC Title! Ferry Operator Page 4 Page 5 Page 2 December 14 - December 20, 2019 Cover Story www.ladatanews.com

Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club Gives Back During Holiday Season

(Left to right) Beginning with Windell Bean, Chairman of Zulu Parade Marshals, second person, front row, Elroy James, President, Zulu President, in the center is Tracy Coleman, the Co-Chair Zulu Parade Marshals, then on the other side of the check is Terry Scott, Co-Chair Zulu Parade Marshals, then Alvin Labat, Chairman of Zulu Toys for Tots Committee presenting a check for 1500 dollars to Toys for Tots.

Edwin Buggage where people come out dressed to the nines’ have be- bers that monitor all float rider activity and ensure Editor-in-Chief come the premier ball during the Carnival Season . decorum of Float Riders are orderly . In its early incar- Photos by Glenn Summers But what does not get as much attention is the long nation Ernest Brumfield, Parade Chairman provided tradition in which the organization was founded and guidance to the Parade Marshals for several years un- The Zulu Organization is one that many know for that is, they are committed to service and giving back til a Chairman was selected . their parade, which is an amazing spectacle on Mardi to the community . Today, the Zulu Parade Marshal’s duties and re- Gras Day . Additionally, their Annual Coronation Ball; Recently, the Zulu Parade Marshals, who are mem- sponsibilities have increased and their visibility on

Cover Story, Continued on page 3. Cover Photo by Glenn Summers

DATA NEWS WEEKLY P.O. Box 57347, New Orleans, LA 70157-7347 | Phone: (504) 821-7421 | Fax: (504) 821-7622 INSIDE DATA editorial: [email protected] | advertising: [email protected] Terry B. Jones Contributors Art Direction & Edwin Buggage Production CEO/Publisher Cover Story ...... 2 Commentary . . . 9. . Glenn Summers Pubinator.com Edwin Buggage City of New Orleans Editorial Submissions datanewseditor@ Data News Weekly Editor bellsouth.net Newsmaker...... 4 Book Review . . . 9. . Staff Writers Advertising Inquiries Sharonda Green E. Benjamin datanewsad@ State & Local News . . 5 National News . . 11. Executive Assistant Bernie Saul bellsouth.net Rebecca Warren June Hazeur Distribution Data Zone ...... 6 Stacy M. Brown On The Run Accounting NNPA Newswire Courier Services Please call 504-309-9913 for subscription information or to obtain a back issue of the paper ONLY. Dated material two weeks in advance. Not responsible for publishing or return of unsolicited manuscripts or photos. www.ladatanews.com Cover Story December 14 - December 20, 2019 Page 3

Cover Story, Continued from page 2.

People who came out to support the Zulu Parade Marshals Annual Christmas Gala. “The Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club Parade Marshals are committed to community service activity. We raise money for UNCF, have clothing drives, and other events to help our community,” says Parade Marshal, co-chair Terry Scott.

Over the past 3 years under the leadership of Chairman Windell Bean the Zulu Parade Marshals have donated several thousands of dollars, toys, and bikes! Further, the Zulu Organization is committed to the spirit of giving not just during the holiday season but year round.

Mardi Gras Day adds to the beauty of the Zulu Parade . Further, they are now known for what has become a great event is their Annual Christmas Gala, which raises money and donates gifts to Toys for Tots . Windell Bean is the Chairman of the Parade Marshals, he originated the event . With help from his co- chairmen Terry Scott and Tracey “The Zulu Social Aid and Plea- December 21st with a toy and bike Coleman began putting on this sure Club Parade Marshals are giveaway that will be held at the event three years ago . committed to community service Zulu Club on North Broad . “We who serve as Parade Mar- activity . We raise money for UNCF, In the spirit of the season and shals are made up of regular mem- have clothing drives, and other the tradition of the social aid part of bers and associate members . My events to help our community .” the Zulu, its President Elroy James chairman is Windell Bean, and it This is only one of many fund- reminds us of the purpose of Zulu was his idea of doing more than raisers Zulu committees do accord- beyond the parade and the ball, but just the parades and being out ing to Scott . one of community uplift . there with gold jackets . So, he re- “Characters (King, Big Shot,etc .) “I like to say, many folks know cruited me as his co-chair and we and Krewes within Zulu, host fund- us from our parade and coronation got together, sat down and came Speaking of their gift-giving ef- bikes! Also, people who come to the raisers for Toys For Tots and other ball, but it’s important for us to let up with ways to give back and forts he says, “Over the past 3 years gala make cash and toy donations .” worthy causes .” the community know that we are the Christmas Gala was just one under the leadership of Chairman Their spirit of giving is not only During this season of giving The doing things throughout the year to of those things,” Scott told Data Windell Bean we have donated sev- simply limited to the holiday sea- Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club give back and serve others .” News Weekly . eral thousands of dollars, toys, and son, but a year-round affair . will give back to the community on Page 4 December 14 - December 20, 2019 Newsmaker www.ladatanews.com

LSU Wins SEC Title Headed to College Football Playoffs Quarterback Joe Burrow Favorite to Win the Heisman Trophy

E. Benjamin Data News Weekly Contributor

Behind the arm of Heisman favorite Joe Burrow’s four touchdown passes, No . 1-ranked LSU won its 12th SEC Championship, 37-10, defeating No . 4 Georgia on their home turf . While Burrow is the field gen- eral, none of this would be possible without the leadership of Coach Ed Orgeron, who in his third full season at LSU have the Tigers with a record of 13-0 and headed to the College football playoffs Dec . 28th against Oklahoma . If they win this game, they will head to the national championship game that will be held in the Louisiana Superdome on Jan . 13th . This has been an incredible run for the Tigers this season who have Joe Burrow, is the odds-on favorite to win the Heisman Trophy when the announcement is made on Sat. December 14, 2019 in New York. defeated five top-10 teams this year He is proving he is an all-purpose player making it happen in every way. Photo by Rebecca Warren

as they try to win their first national He is proving he is an all-purpose championship since 2011 . player making it happen in every In other LSU News, Joe Bur- way . Along with a great defense and row is the odds-on favorite to win Orgeron coaching, they seemed the Heisman Trophy when the an- poised to not only make it to but nouncement is made on Sat . De- win the College Football National cember 14, 2019, in New York . Championship . 86 million Americans Maybe even you, have prediabetes. person-ABOUT-TO- FACT-CHECK-THIS-FACT. www.ladatanews.com State & Local News December 14 - December 20, 2019 Page 5 Mayor Cantrell Congratulates RTA on Selection of New Ferry Operator

City of New Orleans permanent ferry funding from the State,” Flozell Daniels . Jr ., Chair, NEW ORLEANS – Mayor RTA Board of Commissioners . “To- LaToya Cantrell today congratulat- day marks a new beginning on the ed the New Orleans Regional Tran- path to advancing the mission of sit Authority (RTA) Board of Com- the RTA . We will work closely and missioners on its approval of the diligently with our new partners to contract award for the Ferry Main- ensure that world-class ferry ser- tenance and Operations, including vice is not only an expectation but the provision of charter service to an imperative .” Labmar Ferry Services, LLC not to “Today, is an important mile- exceed $6 .3 million annually . stone in the long journey to ad- “I want to commend the RTA dressing ongoing issues with RTA leadership for acting swiftly to se- Ferry Service,” said Alex Z . Wig- lect Labmar Ferry Service, LLC, gins, RTA CEO . “As an Algiers as the contractor to handle Ferry native, I know firsthand the impor- Service and Operations . We under- tance of a reliable and convenient stand that our residents deserve ferry service for families and I am high-quality and efficient day-to-day “Providing reliable and convenient transportation requires coordination and advocacy at all levels and to- pleased to announce the award of operations services for the public day’s actions would not be possible without Rep. Gary Carter and Sen. Troy Carter’s advocacy for perma- the Ferry Operations and Mainte- ferries that cross the Mississippi nent ferry funding from the State,” Flozell Daniels. Jr., Chair, RTA Board of Commissioners. nance Contract which allows Lab- River and provide vital connec- “Today, is an important milestone in the long journey to addressing ongoing issues with RTA Ferry Service,” mar to immediately take over ferry tions between New Orleans, Al- said Alex Z. Wiggins, RTA CEO. “As an Algiers native, I know firsthand the importance of a reliable and con- operations and enter negotiations giers and Chalmette . I also want venient ferry service for families. for charter service .” to thank the RTA Evaluation Com-

Fozell Daniels Jr. Alex Wiggins mittee for doing the hard work to essary administrative and manage- help get this right . We will con- rial staff . tinue to work together with RTA Shortly after beginning his ten- to improve service and prevent ure as RTA CEO, Alex Wiggins, these issues from occurring in the recognizing systematic issues with future,” said Mayor Cantrell . RTA Ferry Operations, began the Mayor’s Office of Transportation process — in concurrence with Director Laura Bryan and Intergov- the Board of Commissioners — to ernmental Relations Director Art re-bid the Ferry Maintenance and Walton serve on the RTA Board . Operations Contract . Following As the result of a competitive today’s award, Labmar Ferry and procurement process, Labmar Fer- the RTA will commence contract ry Services, LLC was selected to negotiations and will immediately perform all day‐to‐day operational, transition service from Transdev, maintenance, and other support the current contractor . functions for the Canal Street-Al- “Providing reliable and conve- giers Point and Chalmette ferries nient transportation requires coor- and provide staff necessary to oper- dination and advocacy at all levels ate and maintain the ferry services and today’s actions would not be and the associated movable and im- possible without Rep . Gary Carter movable assets, including the nec- and Sen . Troy Carter’s advocacy for ladatanews.com Page 6 December 14 - December 20, 2019 Data Zone www.ladatanews.com

The New Orleans Chamber of Commerce Annual Board Luncheon

Photos by Glenn Summers

The Annual Board Luncheon of the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce was on December 4th at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Celestin Ballroom . Governor John Bel Edwards was the Key- note Speaker . The event was well-attended by both members and their guests . Publisher Terry Jones received the Am- bassador Award for Data’s par- ticipation and support of the New Orleans Chamber . Some notable leaders were in atten- dance such as Senator Mary Landrieu, Judge Kern Reese, State Senator Joseph Bouie and local corporations such as AT&T, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Lamar Advertising . It was a great success .

Visit www.ladatanews.com for more photos from these events www.ladatanews.com Data Zone December 14 - December 20, 2019 Page 7 Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club Parade Marshals 3rd Annual Christmas Gala Celebration

Photos by Glenn Summers

The Zulu Social Aid and Plea- sure Club Parade Marshals recently held its 3rd Annual Christ- mas Gala to benefit Toys For Tots . It was great night of food, fun and entertainment from Con- nie G . and Creole Soul with a special performance by Tina . The night was filled with love and the spirit of giving . Data News Weekly was there for this amazing event .

GIVE YOUR COMPANY THE GIFT OF CONNECTIONS

140 Events each year. 1,300+ Members. Countless opportunities.

Join the New Orleans Chamber in 2020 and grow with us.

Visit www.ladatanews.com for more photos from these events NewOrleansChamber.org Page 8 December 14 - December 20, 2019 Data Zone www.ladatanews.com

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Sigma Lambda Chapter holds Annual Scholarship Fundraiser

Members of the Sigma Lamda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha

Photos by Bernie Saul

One objective of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc . is to develop future leaders . The Sigma Lambda Chap- ter has worked hard to do that by mentoring and investing in the lives of young Black males in New Or- leans for over 94 years . This historic chapter is home to many exempla- ry leaders such as former mayors Dutch and Marc H . Morial; uni- Telly Madina, Judge Rachel Johnson, Gilbert Jones, Can- Standing: Eddie Francis, Blair Condoll, Roland Bullard, Jeff versity Presidents Dr . Norman C . dace Stewart, Robert Carter III Benjamin, Yolanda Page, David Page. Seated: Halima Francis, Francis, Dr . Emmett W . Bashful and Nicole Condoll, Rachel Bullard, Brook Duplessis. Dr . Walter Kimbrough; judges Ivan Lemelle, Kern Reese, Omar Mason, and Harry Cantrell; and elected officials and business leaders such as Erroll Williams, Charles C . Teamer, Sr . and Terry Scott . The Sigma Lambda Scholarship Foundation is 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable area of Alpha Phi Al- pha Fraternity, Inc . Sigma Lambda Chapter which focuses on providing scholarships and educational development opportunities to the community . The Scholarship Foun- Chairman Justin Woods & Chef Jason Lewis Sigma Lambda Chapter President Jonathan Stewart, Joe Shorter, Craig & Kiana Mitchell (Sponsor Mitchell & Associ- dation held its Annual Fundraiser ates, APLC) at Capulet on Friday, December 6, 2019 . The event was chaired by Jus- tin Woods . The event was attended Councilman-Elect Byron Lee . The pre- veau, Liberty Bank, Madina Group, and “Alphas in City of New Orleans by members of Sigma Lambda, senting sponsor of the event was Jona- Justin Woods . The catering was pro- are committed to ensure we keep elected officials Honorable Rachel than B . Stewart Insurance Agency oth- vided by Chef Jason Lewis . The guest providing educational opportunities Johnson Civil District Court, Honor- er sponsors included Glago Williams, enjoyed live musical performance from for young men in the City of New able Terri F . Love Louisiana Court Dillard University, Chehardy Sherman Royal Essence . The speculator décor Orleans” ~ Jonathan Stewart Sigma of Appeal, and Jefferson Parish Williams, Mitchell & Associates, Cer- was provided by Ware M Porter & Co . Lambda Chapter President

Visit www.ladatanews.com for more photos from these events www.ladatanews.com Commentary December 14 - December 20, 2019 Page 9 Black Law Enforcement Speaks Out on Proposed Menthol Ban Proposed Legislation will have Drastic and Debilitating Impact on Communities of Color

NNPA Newswire adverse law enforcement interaction in communities of color . Several state legislatures have re- And we must not forget the dead- cently proposed laws which are be- ly result of law enforcement interac- ing directed towards what may only tion with Eric Garner in New York be viewed as a mephitic approach to for exactly what these laws would issues as they relate to youthful use prohibit-the illicit sale and posses- of e-cigarettes and vaping . sion of untaxed cigarettes . We stress the concept that these We strongly urge members of proposed legislative acts would, in the community to revert to their fact, be antithetical to healthy, ro- roots as civil rights activists and bust and productive relationships make their voices heard on this is- between law enforcement and sue . And we demand that legisla- those they are sworn to protect as tors reconsider their proposals and these new laws would presumably the obvious consequences it will provide law enforcement officers have on a community that is now, with the authority, indeed the re- again, being adversely targeted . sponsibility, to stop, interrogate To date, there has been no known input from law enforcement experts, and specifically none from members The National Association of and arrest persons on suspicion of of any of the nearly thirty organizations representing African American and Latino criminal justice prac- Black Law Enforcement Officers, selling or being in possession of un- titioners in the Northern United States who are infinitely aware of the devastating impact of adverse law Inc ., a 501(c)(3) non-profit, is a pre- enforcement interaction in communities of color. And we must not forget the deadly result of law enforce- taxed cigarettes . ment interaction with Eric Garner in New York for exactly what these laws would prohibit-the illicit sale and mier national organization repre- None of these legislative efforts possession of untaxed cigarettes. senting the interests and concerns appear to have considered the obvi- of African American, Latino and ous detrimental impact on commu- other criminal justice practitioners nities of color, where the preferred seem to have totally disregarded actual language of their legislation . organizations representing African of color serving in law enforcement, cigarette is menthol, and approxi- the strong recommendations of To date, there has been no known American and Latino criminal jus- corrections, and investigative agen- mately 80% of all African Americans the 2009 Federal Tobacco Control input from law enforcement ex- tice practitioners in the Northern cies throughout the United States, who do smoke prefer to smoke Act in reaching out to subject mat- perts, and specifically none from United States who are infinitely and the communities in which they menthol cigarettes . They as well ter experts when developing the members of any of the nearly thirty aware of the devastating impact of serve .

Book Review

Powerful Book for Young Black Boys Celebrates 25 Years with a Pledge to Get 1 Million New Readers

NNPA Newswire egies for students to integrity, regardless of whether we make better choices are born into poverty or wealth . But Jerald LeVon Hoover became and gain much-needed how can young Black and Brown the published author of a Young confidence to support men, or men of any race for that Adult (YA) title, one of a few books unleashing their inner matter, define themselves and live targeted toward young Black and greatness . up to their full potential if they only Brown boys ages 12 and up, My Hoover states, receive distorted representations?” Friend, My Hero . This novella has “Exposing Black and Hoover continues, “My Friend, become a staple, as recommended Brown children to a My Hero is intended for all youth reading in elementary through barrage of negative (races and genders), but I gave high schools across the country imagery and expecting the spotlight to young, Black and and around the world . That is a dis- their positive self-im- Brown males because of the dire tinct honor Hoover shares with a age to remain intact is need for young Black and Brown shortlist of African American male ridiculous, insensitive, men to have access to more posi- YA authors including Walter Dean unjust, and unfair .” tive representations of themselves Myers, Kevin Powell, Kwame Alex- Hoover then adds, to which they can relate .” ander, and Ralph Burgess . “Young Black and Celebrating 25 Years in Print, My Friend, My Hero, is celebrat- Brown men are fo- My Friend, My Hero, is the first ing its 25th Anniversary with a com- cused, gifted, driven, in the acclaimed The Hero Book memorative edition that includes intelligent, and master- Series by Jerald LeVon Hoover . an addendum of book discussion ful at a host of other tal- Other titles from The Hero Book questions and now available; a full ents besides rap music Series are He Was My Hero, Too, curriculum with a companion Stu- and competitive sports; A Hopeful Hero, and Hoop Hero . dent Success Guidebook, Teacher’s The goal is to promote Social of which carries no shame, but we The novella took nine years to get Guide, and Unit Assessments con- and Emotional Learning (SEL) in have other skill sets of significant published after forty rejections taining lesson plans . the classroom by providing strat- influence . We are men of honor and and sixty drafts . Page 10 December 14 - December 20, 2019 National News www.ladatanews.com The True Defintion of Beauty For the First Time, Miss America, Miss USA, Miss Teen USA, and Now Miss Universe Are All Black Women

Data News Weekly Staff Edited Report

In the age of Me-Too Beauty Pageants for some are throwbacks to a time where women were ob- jectified . I feel in times past his is a fair criticism . But today, pageants have come to embody much more than only the physical attractive- ness of women . For example, the elimination of the swimsuit competition at the Miss America . And as pageants have become centered more on the complete woman and the embracing of all types of representations of femi- nine beauty more Black Women are being crowned winners of these pageants . (L-R) Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi, Miss USA Cheslie Kryst, Miss Teen USA Kaliegh Garris, Miss America Nia Franklin 2019 has been a historical year because for the first time ever, the titles for Miss America, Miss USA, Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi of Kaliegh Garris . hair, was never considered to be This is yet another example of Miss Teen USA, and Miss Universe South Africa, joined Miss Ameri- “I grew up in a world where a beautiful,” Tunzi said, according how much representation mat- are held by Black women . ca Nia Franklin, Miss USA Ches- woman who looks like me, with to the BBC . “I think that it is time ters—in the world of pageants Last week the newly crowned lie Kryst, and Miss Teen USA my kind of skin and my kind of that that stops today .” and beyond .

Special Safety Tips for the Holiday Season Protecting Your Gifts and Yourself

• You shouldn’t just Data News Weekly Staff Edited Report throw away shopping receipts in the Between Black Friday and Christmas Eve, trash. If thieves go shoppers head to stores (in large numbers) to through your trash buy their gifts for the holidays. Unfortunately, and find your re- the season is also an ideal time for thieves ceipts, they can see to take advantage of holiday shoppers. Be- what you have re- cause consumers spend so much on gifts, cently bought. That they become irresistible targets for thieves. might give them Luckily, with the right steps, there are ways another incen- that consumers can protect their holiday tive to break into haul. Here are a few tips to Protect Your Holi- your home. Shred day Gifts from Thieves! your receipts be- Porch pirates are responsible for roughly $20 fore throwing them away. million dollars’ worth of theft every year in the • Many homeowners United States alone. like to show off their • When you leave a store, you must pay atten- Christmas tree and ing shoppers’ home and robbing them in their tion to your surroundings outside. Look out for decorations to their neighborhood. Unfortu- driveway. That’s why you should try to pay at- anyone suspicious. If you notice someone nately, this is another way for thieves to see tention to anyone that looks like they are fol- following you or making you feel uncomfort- the presents inside your house. If your Christ- lowing you. Call the police if you think some- able, go back inside the store and alert se- mas tree is visible from outside your home, one is following you home. curity. Reporting questionable people hang- don’t put a lot of gifts under it. That just gives • Many consumers do a lot of their holi- ing around the shop might also protect other thieves a greater temptation to break into day shopping online. That means a lot shoppers from getting robbed. your home. more photos of packages get delivered to homes. • Once you get to your car, lock your purchas- • Lastly, talk to your neighbors about being vigi- Thieves will drive around neighborhoods es in your trunk. If you have an SUV, consider lant during the holiday season. Everyone can during the day looking for packages out- more stories installing a retractable cargo cover to hide agree to report any suspicious activity in the side of homes to steal. Make sure some- items from view. Don’t ever leave any items neighborhood. That way if someone tries to one is at home to receive any deliveries. or sacks out in the open in your car. break into your home while you are gone, a more data However, if no one is at home, arrange to • Shoppers face another risk on their drive home. neighbor might notice and call the police. Every year there are stories of people follow- get your packages at work. www.ladatanews.com National News December 14 - December 20, 2019 Page 11 DATA CLASSIFIED Call 504-821-7421 to Serena Williams Builds place your classified ad. Schools in Jamaica and Africa Job Opportunity Freelance Writers Wanted Data News Weekly, “The People’s Paper, is looking for freelence writers to join our team print and digital team. We want to hear from you if you are a working journalist, or an aspiring journalist who has 2 years or more of newspaper or PR writing experience. We need writers who can cover New Orleans news stories, ranging from local high school sports, community events, City Williams built the Marsh Elementary through a partnership with the “The mission of this charity is to help the individuals or communities Hall and entertainment. nonprofit Helping Hands Jamaica, while the schools in Africa were in affected by violence, and [to ensure] equal access to education,” Wil- Experience in print is conjunction with Build Africa. liams stated. necessary, experience in digital and social media are encouraged. Stacy M. Brown It’s part of the mission of Wil- expands partnership opportunities Fund, The Equal Justice Initiative, NNPA Newswire Senior liams’ Serena Williams Fund and across my vast network . Similar to The Caliber Foundation, and Build Compensation is Correspondent her other charitable efforts, which many of the companies we have Africa Schools . competitive and great include the Serena Williams Ven- invested in, we are just getting Jessica Curney of Borgen Maga- story ideas will be While many deep-pocketed ture, where the tennis champion started and are hoping to make a zine reported that before each of appreciated. philanthropists and celebrities seeks to boost the bottom line of difference .” her matches, Williams reads and will write checks to support wor- individual companies . Also, according to Charity writes affirmations out loud from If you are interested, please email your resume thy causes, Tennis megastar Ser- “In 2014, I launched Serena Ven- Buzz, the Serena Williams Fund her diary about wanting to help and 3 writing samples to: ena Williams routinely goes the tures with the mission of giving was established to promote eq- people, kids, and work in Africa . terrybjones@bellsouth. extra mile . opportunities to founders across uity; through education, gender, “Through the Serena Williams net and datanewseditor@ In a recently released video, Wil- an array of industries . Serena Ven- race, disability, or anything else Fund, Williams dedicates her off- bellsouth.net. liams donned a pair of jeans, work tures invests in companies that em- that stands in the way of someone season time improving access to boots, a hardhat and went to work brace diverse leadership, individual achieving their goals and living education by building schools in on Salt Marsh Elementary School empowerment, creativity, and op- their best possible life . underprivileged areas of the world,” We can’t wait to in Trelawny Parish, Jamaica . portunity,” Williams said in a state- “The mission of this charity is Gurney reported . hear from you! Williams, who has won a total ment posted on her organization’s to help the individuals or commu- “She has done extraordinary of 39 Tennis Grand Slams – in- website . nities affected by violence, and [to tasks using her own resources cluding Doubles titles, has also “Serena Ventures focuses on ensure] equal access to education,” and through partnerships with the built grade schools in Uganda, early-stage companies and allow- Williams stated . Serena Williams Fund and other Kenya, and Zimbabwe . ing them to be heard . As we grow, Knowing the value of creating foundations dedicated to providing Williams built the Marsh El- we hope to mentor young founders strong partnerships with organiza- and improving education for those ementary through a partner- and take burgeoning entrepreneurs tions with expertise in their fields, in difficult conditions or developing ship with the nonprofit Help- to the next level,” she stated . Williams counts as a Unicef Good- countries . Her active role has nota- ing Hands Jamaica, while the “Serena Ventures extends rela- will Ambassador . She has part- bly left a mark on those who have This space can be schools in Africa were in con- tionships, encourages collaboration nered with organizations such as had their lives changed significant- junction with Build Africa . among portfolio companies, and Beyond the Boroughs Scholarship ly through this act of kindness .” yours for only $80

This space can be yours for only $80 follow us on

CALL NOW!!! Call Now! 504-821-7421 @DataNewsWeek 504-821-7421 ladatanews.com - The People’s Website Page 12 December 14 - December 20, 2019 www.ladatanews.com

HIGH-TECH PIPELINES SAFELY FUEL YOUR EVERYDAY LIFE

Your day begins and ends with energy. From your morning coffee to your high-tech gadgets to preparing for your weekend crawﬁsh boil.

Pipelines bring it all to your door safely, reliably and affordably.

Your motivation will keep you moving. Natural gas and oil will take care of the rest.

ALWAYS IMPROVING:

ONE GOAL:100% SAFE DELIVERY OF NATURAL GAS & OIL PRODUCTS TO YOUR DOOR

REDUCING EMISSIONS

PIPELINE INVESTMENT CONTRIBUTING MORE THAN $771 BILLION TO U.S. GDP ( FROM 2017-2035)

PROTECTING THE WORKFORCE