today in black history

September 03, 2009

Pioneering civil rights lawyer and Howard University law professor, Charles Hamilton Houston, was born in 1895 in Washington, D.C.









Hosted by Ali Sharif, "FROM THE BOTTOM UP" profiles individuals who are making grassroots changes that can result in positive impact on their communities. New episodes of "FROM THE BOTTOM UP" can be seen each Monday.

VIDEO: From The Bottom Up

Taking it to the streets

July 01, 2009 5:00 pm



Darrin Sharif talks about being in the neighborhood and in the streets affecting change from the bottom up Watch Video


From The Bottom Up: Segment 11

With Jerome Young

April 16, 2009 2:18 pm

Ali Sharif

A profile of Jerome Young of the organization, Family Love. Watch Video


From The Bottom Up: Segment 10

Tomika Livingston

April 08, 2009 12:19 pm

Ali Sharf

This week we feature Tomika Livingston. Watch Video


From The Bottom Up: Segment 9

Hands-On Is The Only Way

March 18, 2009 11:40 am



In this segment, we speak with Newark, NJ Councilman Oscar Sydney James. Watch Video


From The Bottom Up: Segment 8

I Am My Brother's Keeper

March 11, 2009 1:11 pm

Ali Sharif

Three young men from the community organization Respect 8. Watch Video


From The Bottom Up: Segment 7

Are we ready for change?

March 04, 2009 12:06 pm



Community activist Dana Rone says "Change is a personal thing" Watch Video


From The Bottom Up: Segment 7

A Warrior for Marches On: The Every Day Fight For Change

February 25, 2009 12:00 am



A profile of community activist George Tillman. Watch Video


From The Bottom Up: Segment 6

The Changing Face of Leadership

February 11, 2009 9:16 am



Dilettante J. Bass and Shareef Nash – Two young brothers making change. Watch Video


From The Bottom Up: Segment 5

Father Figure

February 04, 2009 5:16 am

Ali Sharif

School attendance counselor Sheppard Benyard. Watch Video


From The Bottom Up: Segment 4

Community Organizer Feels Solidarity

January 28, 2009 7:27 am



Ms. Francis talks about the joy and difficulties of community organizing. Watch Video


From The Bottom Up: Segment 3

Saving Ourselves

January 06, 2009 11:54 am

Ali Sharif

Marcelus "Bishop" Allen, founder of Saving Ourselves, talks with NSnewstv.com about the importance of saving our children. Watch Video


From The Bottom Up: Segment 2

Georgia State Senator, Kasim Reed

December 29, 2008 8:42 am

Ali Sharif

Georgia State Senator and Atlanta mayoral candidate Kasim Reed shares his views with NSnewstv.com. Watch Video


From The Bottom Up: Segment 1

Music Mogul, Community Builder

December 19, 2008 1:39 am

Ali Sharif

Philadelphia International Records founder Kenny Gamble talks about change and rebuilding communities. Watch Video