News & Updates
Registration Open for Minority Self-Publishing Authors Roundtable
2025 Roundtable Focuses on Children’s Books
The South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs and the Charleston County Public Library will host a Minority Self-Publishing Authors Roundtable on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon at Keith Summey North Charleston Library (3503 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29405).
This year’s roundtable will focus on elevating the voices of children’s book authors. The goal of the Authors Roundtable is to foster dialogue, collaboration, and inspiration among authors who are dedicated to creating diverse and representative literature for young readers. Register online at Eventbrite.
From colorful adventures to lessons on acceptance and kindness, these authors are creating meaningful and culturally rich stories that reflect the diversity of our state.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with the following multicultural authors:
- Abby Feria, “Not Your Fault”
- Candace Richardson, “Osiyo, Little Rabbit”
- Sherrika Myers, “Herbie Goes to School”
- Willa McGirth-Singleton, “Andrew Dennis Harper Davis and His Favorite Girl, Laila”
Guests will hear about their creative journeys, creating engaging characters, story development and more. The event will also feature a read along for children ages 10 and under. Children attending the event will have an opportunity to meet Herbie, take photos and learn about the mascot's role in Myers books.
Turning Page Bookshop owner, VaLinda Miller, will serve as the moderator.
Admission to the Minority Self-Publishing Authors Roundtable is free. Space is limited, and registration is required. To register, visit Eventbrite.
For more information, call the South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs at 803-333-9621.
March is Women's History Month
Did you know Women's History Month began as a Women's History Week in 1981? According to The Library of Congress, Congress passed Pub. L. 97-28 which authorized and requested the President to proclaim the week beginning March 7, 1982 as "Women's History Week." n 1987, Congress declared March as Women's History Month. Join us throughout March to celebrate the extraordinary contributions that women have made in the history of the United States and the World.
SCCMA Advisory Committee and Board of Commissioners Meetings in March
The South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs held the following Advisory Committee and Board of Commissioners meetings during the month of March.
- Hispanic Latino Affairs Advisory Committee, Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 10 a.m. (Virtual) (Agenda) (Livestream)
- Native American Affairs Advisory Committee, Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 10 a.m. (Virtual) (Agenda) (Livestream)
- Small and Minority Business Advisory Committee, Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 10 a.m. (Virtual) (Agenda) (Livestream)
- Board of Commissioners, Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 10 a.m. (Virtual) (Agenda) (Livestream)
Cost Burdens Affecting Housing Affordability for Minority Households in South Carolina
With this publication, the South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs (CMA) continues a series on cost-burdened households in South Carolina. The most recent economic data for South Carolina underscores the continued rapid growth in housing expenses. In fact, due to the prevalence of negative economic indicators we found a reason to further research the available data to reveal trends and probabilities that could be of interest to personal and policy decisions in avoiding or preventing cost-burdened living arrangements. By shifting the focus from supply-and-demand issues to the factors affecting individuals and communities, this research aims to identify indicators that can signal potential housing affordability risks. By understanding these factors, individuals and communities can proactively assess their situation and implement strategies to mitigate cost-burden and can also improve the role of community institutions and local support networks in assisting households in need. (DOWNLOAD PDF)
State Statistical Profile FY23-24 Released
The South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs released its FY2023-24 Statistical Profile, a comprehensive report on the socio-economic conditions faced by the state’s ethnic minority communities, on Monday, December 9, 2024. The Statistical Profile serves to frame policy discussions around the importance of targeted interventions across a range of issues affecting minority communities today.
Download the Statistical Profile FY2023-2024-PDF | 2024 State Statistical Profile Presentation-PDF | Download the AAPI Statistical Profile 2024 Edition-PDF | Download the AAPI Statistical Profile Presentation-PPT
