Welcome to Charge Magazine!

An online, editorial magazine dedicated to empowering the next generation!

[chargemagazine]

[superheroesincolor]

Aya  (2007) by Marguerite Abouet

Art by Clément Oubrerie

“Ivory Coast, 1978. Family and friends gather at Aya’s house every evening to watch the country’s first television ad campaign promoting the fortifying effects of Solibra, “the strong man’s beer.” It’s a golden time, and the nation, too–an oasis of affluence and stability in West Africa–seems fueled by something wondrous.

Who’s to know that the Ivorian miracle is nearing its end? In the sun-warmed streets of working-class Yopougon, aka Yop City, holidays are around the corner, the open-air bars and discos are starting to fill up, and trouble of a different kind is about to raise eyebrows. At night, an empty table in the market square under the stars is all the privacy young lovers can hope for, and what happens there is soon everybody’s business.”

Aya tells the story of its nineteen-year-old heroine, the studious and clear-sighted Aya, her easygoing friends Adjoua and Bintou, and their meddling relatives and neighbors. It’s a breezy and wryly funny account of the desire for joy and freedom, and of the simple pleasures and private troubles of everyday life in Yop City. An unpretentious and gently humorous story of an Africa we rarely see-spirited, hopeful, and resilient–Aya won the 2006 award for Best First Album at the Angoulême International Comics Festival. Clément Oubrerie’s warm colors and energetic, playful lines connect expressively with Marguerite Abouet’s vibrant writing.”

Get it  now here

[ Follow SuperheroesInColor on facebook / instagram / twitter / tumblr ]

[bougieauntie-deactivated]

this graphic novel is really good!!

[cursivebones]

self portrait: blk hottie   8″ x 10″ photo prints w matte finish  $15 + free shipping 

original 16″ x 20″ acrylic canvas also available kushthompson.com

[brillianceinblack-blog]

Aisha Bowe is the CEO and Co-Founder of STEMBoard, a technology solutions company founded in 2013 that is also committed to closing the achievement gap by empowering historically underrepresented youth build transformational technologies. Bowe, the former NASA aerospace engineer, manages STEMBoard’s multi-million defense-contracts and private sector clients. In addition to her work at STEMBoard, Bowe is a member of the NASDAQ Young Executive Advisory Board, the National Society of Black Engineers and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. For more info on Aisha Bowe and STEMBoard, visit STEMBoard.com!

#BrillianceinBlack #BlackBrilliance #AishaBowe #STEMBoard #Technology #Aerospace #Engineering #BlackGirlsRock

[mitblackhistory]

Dr. Karl Reid

On June 2, 2014, Dr. Reid was named Executive Director of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), the world’s largest student-run engineering organization. Prior to joining NSBE, Dr. Reid was Senior Vice President of Research, Innovation and Member College Engagement at UNCF. In this capacity, he developed and implemented educational, research and capacity-building programs for UNCF’s 37 member historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs).

Dr. Reid arrived at UNCF from MIT after serving as Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education (DUE), Assistant to the Chancellor for Diversity and Director of the Office of Minority Education. He lectures on race, identity, and achievement and blogs about student success in college.

Prior to his previous appointments, Dr. Reid served as the Executive Director of Engineering Outreach Programs for MIT’s School of Engineering, where he directed the nationally recognized Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science (MITES) Program, a residential summer program for talented high school seniors.

During his tenure at MIT, he also founded the Saturday Engineering Enrichment and Discovery (SEED) Academy, and the Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) Program, both of which are year-round academic and mentoring programs for local high school and middle school students.

Dr. Reid began his career in the computer industry in product management, marketing, sales and consulting for several companies, including six years with IBM. Dr Reid earned both his Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Materials Science and Engineering from MIT and his Doctorate of Education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. From his dissertation research on African American male achievement in college, he conducted workshops and seminars to high school and university faculty audiences.

Image Credit and Excerpts from LinkedIn

Harvard University Graduate School of Education Ed.D., Racial Identity, Self-Efficacy, Achievement 2001 – 2007

Massachusetts Institute of Technology M.S., Materials Science and Engineering 1984 – 1985

Massachusetts Institute of Technology B.S., Materials Science and Engineering 1980 – 1984

[mitblackhistory]

Anselmo Krigger

MIT Graduate, SB, Civil Engineering (1917)

Military War Veteran 1918

[mitblackhistory]

Dr. James E. Hubbard, Jr.

Samuel P. Langley Distinguished Professor University of Maryland, College Park Director, Morpheus Laboratory Director, Center for Adaptive Aerospace Vehicle Technology National Institute of Aerospace

Dr. James E. Hubbard, Jr.’s career has spanned some 20 years and includes work in aero-acoustics for noise-control, adaptive structures, spatially distributed transducers and the extension of modern time domain control methodologies into the spatial domain for the real-time control of distributed systems. His work has resulted in a dozen patents which have demonstrated the efficacy and practicality of the techniques that he and his students have developed over these years. These techniques have been viewed as innovative and revolutionary by his colleagues. In recognition of these accomplishments, the University of Maryland named Dr. Hubbard the University of Maryland Langley Professor at the National Institute of Aerospace (NIA).

Dr. Hubbard received his Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering in 1977, Master of Mechanical Engineering in 1979, and Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering - 1982 from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Dr. Hubbard joined the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Maryland (2004) from iProvica, a product oriented company providing low cost, portable and tether-free (wireless) products for non-acute care facilities to continuously monitor patients’ activities and vital signs. As the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer at iProvica, he was responsible for product development, transition to manufacturing and off-site Beta testing as well as corporate Strategic Planning and execution.

Excerpt from the National Institute of Aerospace (NIA)

The National Institute of Aerospace (NIA) is a non-profit research and graduate education institute created to conduct innovative aerospace and atmospheric research, develop new technologies for the nation and help inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers.

NIA was formed by a consortium of leading research universities. Members include: Georgia Tech, Hampton University, North Carolina A&T State University, North Carolina State University, the University of Maryland, the University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, Old Dominion University, the College of William & Mary and the AIAA Foundation.

Image Credit: National Institute of Aerospace (NIA)

[mahader]

Lovely new hand drawn gear by @mahader ! All orders ship out next week ✌🏿️Thanks for all the support 🙏🏿

[chargemagazine]

[chargemagazine]

Meet 5 black travel blogs you’ll never get enough of!

                                            http://travelnoire.com/ 

Travel Noire is a digital publishing platform that creates tools and resources for the unconventional traveler. Founded by a Glamour Magazine award-winning entrepreneur, Travel Noire is a necessity in every traveler’s toolkit.We hand select the most amazing individuals from the African diaspora, who reside all over the globe, to share their love of culture and exploration with you—in the hopes that you will hop out of your neighborhood and across one (or a few) of the seven seas.

                                          http://www.browngirlsfly.com/

Much of our content is focused on universal travel themes like destination profiles, wanderlust, packing tips, stylish gear and trip reports. But, as American women-of-color who’ve often wondered why we don’t encounter more people like us on the road, we also wanted to create a space where we could talk about practical tips, experiences, and concerns as they relate to cultures of color.

Travel and the life-lessons it brings have a way of breaking barriers, broadening perspectives, and deepening understanding. So, we invite everyone — regardless of age, gender, cultural background or locale — to join us in the discourse.

                                        http://www.iluv2globetrot.com/      

I Luv 2 Globe Trot is the brainchild of Renee Evans and Nicole Brewer.

The two met as English as Second Language teachers in South Korea in 2010.  As expats living in Korea they have taken numerous vacations together and quickly learned that they shared a common passion: travel.  They both came to the conclusion that this passion needed to be fulfilled and shared with others. Thus, I luv 2 globe trot came to fruition in 2012.

Renee Evans graduated from the University of Miami with a BA International Studies and Political Science. She is currently studying for her MA in Education.  Nicole Brewer is a graduate of the University of Michigan with a BA in Communications, a MA in International Humanitarian Action with a background in market research.  Their paths crossed on an amazing journey of following their hearts desire to live and work abroad.

Renee and Nicole both felt it was important to share their journey of trotting the globe with friends, family and soon to be friends through the globe trot community.  Between the two friends they have traveled to more than 30 countries and counting! I Luv 2 Globe Trot is a place for those that are already avid travelers to gain advice and for those interested in travel to learn about breaking free of the mold and living their life with purpose and travel. We want to inspire women, minorities and others alike to trot the globe!

                                     http://minoritynomad.com/

Hello there! I'm Erick! I'm a ten year US Air Force Veteran, Photographer, Philanthropist, and World Traveler on a quest to become the first African American to visit every country in the world. Follow my journey and all of the amazing places I've seen and people I've met here and on my social media channels.

                                  http://www.blacktokyo.com/

Black Tokyo (BT) was created to provide a voice and a network for Blacks living in Japan. BT delivers news on Japan and also addresses inaccurate or false information, stereotypes and other issues concerning Blacks in Japan. This site does not seek to bash Japan or its inhabitants. BT’s main purpose is to provide the reader with information and encourage discussion on Japan.

[chargemagazine]

[chargemagazine]

[huffpost]

This Burn Survivor And Makeup Artist Turns Tragedy Into Inspiration

[crimeshetyped]

I’m so glad we’re recognizing this incredibly beautiful woman 💕

[rihannasbabydaddy-deactivated20]

This is so inspiring, she still so beautiful

[legacyofaaliyah]

[asdfghjkllkjjhgfds-deactivated2]

i was just thinking about this today. across all boards, no matter what you do, everyone has the same message. never give up on you.

[baawri]

Say no to stereotypes, be happy everyday! [x]

[thick-thighs-and-french-fries]

Cant reblog this enough

[callmeafrica-deactivated2016062]

by far one of my favorite shoots this semester.

[passmemorechampagne]

Look at my bae … Thank you Jesus 🙌

[theslaybymic]

Burn survivor shares inspiring message through makeup

At nine years old, an accident left Shalom Nchom with visible burn scars on her face. Though she was stared at by her peers and adults, and sometimes brought to tears, Nchom did not let them get the best of her. She turned her attention to makeup and in middle school, made a career out of it.

Follow @this-is-life-actually

[micdotcom]

This is the power make up has to change lives, @this-is-life-actually.