International Trade Center

03/09/2026

Join the City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) for an In-Person Spring 2026 Community Meeting! 🌼

Arrive early for a chance to enter the special raffle and win a $25 gift card! 🎉 Enjoy light bites and refreshments while engaging in meaningful conversations about how HCD is Springing into Action to empower our Houston communities.

Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas, District F and Chair of the City of Houston Housing & Affordability Committee, will kick off the event with opening remarks.

03/09/2026

International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated annually on March 8th to honor the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, while advocating for accelerated gender parity. Founded in the early 20th century, this global day features events, demonstrations, and campaigns for equality, with the 2026 theme being

03/09/2026

Victory of Adwa Celebration Event is almost here! We hope to see you all tomorrow starting from 2:00PM.

Please find parking instructions for our community event at Hermann Park below:

There are two parking locations available: one behind the General Sam Houston statue and another near the Houston Zoo. To help attendees find the location easily, guidance will be provided in three ways:

1. A volunteer wearing a vest will be stationed at the intersection of Fannin St. and Cambridge to provide directions.

2. After parking, please follow the small Ethiopian flags placed throughout the park to guide you to the Wortham Pavilion.

3. For assistance with parking directions, please call the following numbers:
832-277-2360
832-277-6361
832-277-4131

03/09/2026

Don't forget to spring forward this weekend. Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8 at 2:00 a.m

03/02/2026

02/27/2026

02/26/2026

Last Friday (Feb 21), we officially opened the doors to the very first "Children's Broadcasting and Hosting and Future Leaders Training Program" right here at the Southern News Global Theater! 🎬

We partnered with Shanxue Chinese Language Arts School to create something special: a space where kids don't just learn to speak—they learn to lead. By tapping into real Southern News media resources, these young students will get hands-on experience in news practice, broadcasting, and building the confidence to become tomorrow's leaders.

So proud of every parent and child who joined us for the launch. Here’s to finding your voice! 🎤💡

02/23/2026

What if you could walk into any room and instantly communicate your worth?

You can. In just one hour, we’ll show you how to ditch the generic and craft a message that sticks. Join us for an interactive session on communicating your value with authenticity and purpose.

✨ What to expect:
✨ Move beyond the generic
✨ Find your authentic voice
✨ Leave ready to open the right doors

The Details:
🗓 When: Feb 25, 2026 | 11 AM - 1 PM
📍 Where: Southern News Group Building | STV Media Studio (11122 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX)

Space is limited! Reserve your place now:
🔗 https://form.jotform.com/252338679297171

02/22/2026

02/19/2026

A life dedicated to service. Reverend Jesse Jackson has spent decades lifting the marginalized, speaking truth to power, and fighting for the radical idea that dignity belongs to us all. Thank you for your unwavering leadership. ❤️

02/17/2026