https://pressroom.prlog.org/Leadership101/ About PPGJ - Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute seeks to plant seeds of social change through education, training, and community outreach. https://www.prlog.org/13146375-award-winning-title-in-the-difference-makers-series-recognized-with-phillis-wheatley-book-award.html St. Paul, MN — Planting People Growing Justice Press continues to make a meaningful impact through its inspiring Difference Makers Series, a collection dedicated to uplifting the stories of extraordinary individuals who have shaped history and continue...Mon, 18 May 2026 16:23:26 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13140322-planting-people-growing-justice-selected-for-prestigious-ibpa-innovative-voices-program.html St. Paul, MN — Planting People Growing Justice (PPGJ), founded by acclaimed educator and author Dr. Artika R.Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:17:00 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13138844-ppgjli-launches-campaign-to-donate-12000-books-and-expand-literacy-access.html Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) is calling on the public to help expand literacy access and close reading gaps across underserved communities.Sun, 12 Apr 2026 02:36:39 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13123637-fortify-educational-workshop-about-climate-empowers-students-at-ascension-catholic-school.html Saint Paul, MN — The Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute (PPGJLI), in partnership with Hennepin County through FORTIFY, hosted an educational workshop at Ascension Catholic School, focusing on climate education, STEM learning, and...Mon, 26 Jan 2026 02:56:11 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13111507-planting-people-growing-justice-press-and-bookstore-partners-to-launch-shop-indie-local-campaign.html Saint Paul, Minnesota – Planting People Growing Justice Press and Bookstore will join the American Independent Business Alliance (AMIBA) to launch their Shop Indie Local Holiday Campaign, urging individuals and businesses to shift their holiday...Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:05:10 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13102896-planting-people-growing-justice-leadership-institute-partners-with-fortify-hennepin-county.html Partners Host Community Event on Climate Resilience and Energy BurdenFri, 03 Oct 2025 03:40:39 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13101629-planting-people-growing-justice-leadership-institute-announces-2025-childrens-book-award-winners.html Saint Paul, Minn.  — Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) proudly announces the winners of the 2025 Children's Book Awards, recognizing outstanding authors and illustrators whose works inspire, empower, and reflect diverse...Sun, 28 Sep 2025 04:50:26 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13101651-planting-people-growing-justice-leadership-institute-honors-nine-leaders-with-awards.html Excellence in Education Awards to take place during 9th Anniversary CelebrationSun, 28 Sep 2025 04:42:03 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13023210-ppgjlis-aya-anthology-wins-cbc-favorites-award.html Winners of the 2024 Children's Book Council (CBC) FAVORITES Award have been chosen.Sun, 02 Jun 2024 00:43:45 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13018174-ppgjli-founder-gives-historic-rondo-neighborhood-new-life-with-read-rondo-project.html The roots of Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) founder, Dr. Artika A. Tyner, runs deep in the Rondo community.Tue, 30 Apr 2024 02:51:03 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13018173-school-library-in-rondo-is-dedicated-to-first-lady-of-civil-rights.html The restoration of the St. Peter Claver Catholic School Library has been completed. The event was celebrated by its dedication to the First Lady of Civil Rights, Dr. Josie Johnson. A new book vending machine was also unveiled (sponsored by St.Sun, 28 Apr 2024 03:19:09 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13018150-entries-for-rondo-anthology-writing-competition-are-being-sought.html The Rondo: History & Values Anthology is now accepting submissions for the next edition. Dr. Artika A. Tyner made the announcement. She's the founder of the non-profit Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI).Sat, 27 Apr 2024 14:38:57 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13017691-ppgjli-founder-speaks-at-literacy-day-event-in-minnesota.html The 9th Annual Literacy Rally was recently held in Minnesota. The special guest speaker for the event was Dr. Artika A. Tyner, founder of Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI).Wed, 24 Apr 2024 12:15:49 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13017688-winners-of-minnesota-twins-and-ppgjli-writing-competition-announced.html The honorees in the Minnesota Twins Writing Competition are Sylas Greene, Jamiah Walker and Na'Lah Jennings. The announcement was made by Dr. Artika A. Tyner, founder of Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI).Wed, 24 Apr 2024 12:08:04 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13008713-dr-tyners-childrens-book-on-policing-is-finalist-in-minnesota-book-awards.html Dr. Artika R. Tyner's book, "Reimagining Police: The Future of Public Safety," has been named a finalist in the 2024 Minnesota Book Awards. The awards are sponsored by Education Minnesota and held each year by The Friends of the St. Paul Public Library.Sat, 24 Feb 2024 16:02:44 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13007567-ppgj-press-and-bookstore-partners-with-amiba-for-black-owned-business-month.html Planting People Growing Justice Press and Bookstore founder, Dr. Artika R. Tyner, announced that the company is participating in celebrating Choose Black-Owned Business Month.Sat, 17 Feb 2024 16:47:53 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13007566-ppgj-press-and-books-receives-judges-choice-award.html Planting People Growing Justice Press and Books has received the Judge's Choice Award in Hy-Vee's Minority and Women-Owned Midwest-Based Business competition.Sat, 17 Feb 2024 16:42:30 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13000432-ppgjlis-rondo-history-values-anthology-to-be-released-soon.html Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) founder, Dr. Artika R. Tyner, announced that the nonprofit organization plans to release its highly anticipated Rondo History and Values Anthology in January 2024.Sun, 31 Dec 2023 01:27:20 GMT https://www.prlog.org/13000431-registration-now-open-for-2024-sankofa-trips-to-ghana.html Dr. Artika R. Tyner will again be leading a trip to Ghana, allowing African Americans to return home to their cultural roots. The journey of remembrance will take place Friday, June 28 through Saturday, July 6, 2024.Sun, 31 Dec 2023 01:17:21 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12998762-new-book-by-dr-artika-tyner-spotlights-the-accomplishments-of-women-in-government.html Men in government are typically highlighted for their accomplishments in government. In her new book, Changemakers in Government – (The Future is Female), Dr. Artika R.Sun, 17 Dec 2023 23:47:49 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12998761-local-minnesota-leaders-tyner-and-walker-return-from-sierra-leone-community-building-event.html This is the season of giving and contributing to the welfare of others. Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) founder, Dr. Artika R. Tyner, and Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church founding pastor, Rev.Sun, 17 Dec 2023 23:39:28 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12994540-renowned-gold-stevie-award-bestowed-on-dr-artika-tyner.html The results of the 20th annual Stevie® Awards for Women in Business have been announced. St. Paul's own Dr. Artika R.Sat, 18 Nov 2023 16:09:32 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12993565-dr-artika-tyner-chosen-for-independent-sectors-2023-ngen-leadership-award.html The Independent Sector has named Dr. Artika R. Tyner as the recipient of its 2023 Ngen Leadership Award. The honor is bestowed on people and professionals that have demonstrated outstanding leadership and commitment to the non-profit sector.Sat, 11 Nov 2023 17:15:33 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12992044-dr-artika-tyner-recognized-for-her-community-contributions-by-the-coven.html Alex West Steinman, co-founder of The Coven, announced that Dr.Wed, 01 Nov 2023 17:28:09 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12992042-ppgjli-founder-named-toyota-family-teacher-of-the-year-runner-up.html Dr. Artika Tyner has achieved an extraordinary, national honor. She's been named Toyota Family Teacher of the Year runner up.Wed, 01 Nov 2023 17:22:21 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12988585-ppgjlis-aya-anthology-chosen-as-winner-in-minnesota-author-project.html Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI), has added another award to its growing list of accolades.Wed, 11 Oct 2023 14:25:47 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12986375-founder-of-ppgj-dr-artika-tyner-named-to-one-million-black-women-in-business.html Dr. Artika Tyner has been named as a member of Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women in Business.Wed, 27 Sep 2023 22:08:20 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12986147-dr-artika-tyner-selected-as-finalist-for-female-executive-of-the-year-international-stevie-awards.html Dr. Artika R. Tyner has received many well-deserved accolades for her work. She has now been named a finalist as Female Executive of the Year 2023 in the premier Stevie® Awards for Women in Business.Tue, 26 Sep 2023 22:28:43 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12986145-ppgjli-presents-6-with-prestigious-presidents-volunteer-service-award.html Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) will honor six individuals with the nation's prestigious President's Volunteer Service Award. The award is presented in recognition of exceptional volunteer commitment. Founded by Dr.Tue, 26 Sep 2023 22:24:14 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12983458-ppgjli-names-excellence-in-education-award-winners-for-honors-during-its-fundraising-event.html Six individuals will be honored with the Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) Excellence in Education Awards. The awards will be presented during PPGJLI's 7th anniversary fundraising celebration.Mon, 11 Sep 2023 03:40:14 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12981875-ppgjli-celebrates-7th-anniversary-with-fundraising-event.html Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) is commemorating its 7th anniversary with a community fundraising event. The celebration will take place on Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, from 8-9 a.m.Wed, 30 Aug 2023 20:40:18 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12980753-ppgjli-accepting-entries-for-its-inaugural-childrens-book-awards-competition.html Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI), a non-profit organization founded by Dr. Artika Tyner, is seeking entries in multiple categories for its first Children's Book Awards writing competition.Wed, 23 Aug 2023 21:09:52 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12975977-book-by-minnesota-author-dr-artika-tyner-wins-honorable-mention-in-story-monsters-book-awards.html "The Courageous Six Triple Eight: The All-Black Female Battalion of World War II," has received honorable mention in Story Monsters® Book Awards historical nonfiction category. Written by St. Paul resident, Dr.Thu, 27 Jul 2023 04:57:26 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12975973-book-writing-competition-is-the-first-in-series-to-preserve-minnesotas-african-american-history.html Minnesota has a rich African American history lasting over generations. Dr.Thu, 27 Jul 2023 04:50:31 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12973378-ppgjli-seeks-to-raise-10000-during-black-philanthropy-month-to-support-leaders-are-readers-program.html Dr. Artika Tyner, founder of Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI), announced that the nonprofit organization will be participating in Black Philanthropy Month (BPM) which runs throughout the month of August.Fri, 21 Jul 2023 19:50:24 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12970283-ppgjli-seeks-writing-competition-entries-from-youths-for-its-new-stem-anthology.html The non-profit Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) is seeking entries for a new writing competition.Wed, 21 Jun 2023 21:44:00 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12970282-ppgjli-now-accepting-entries-for-aya-anthology-writing-competition.html The second edition of "Aya: An Anthology of Racial Justice, Healing, and the Black Experience" is now open for submissions.Tue, 20 Jun 2023 21:40:01 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12970281-ppgjli-holds-writing-competition-for-rondo-history-values-anthology.html Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) founder, Dr.Tue, 20 Jun 2023 21:35:15 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12966961-the-dr-artika-tyner-book-collection-will-be-released-at-grand-opening-of-new-strive-books.html Friday, June 2, 2023, will be a momentous occasion for Dr. Artika Tyner, Strive Bookstore, and the community. Tyner will be at the bookshop's grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for a book signing.Tue, 30 May 2023 22:41:18 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12964243-the-spectrum-circle-honors-dr-artika-tyner-in-the-category-of-social-impact.html The Spectrum Circle has named Dr. Artika Tyner as an award winner in the category of Social Impact. She'll be among the celebrated honorees during a luncheon in Washington, D.C. on Friday, May 19, 2023.Thu, 11 May 2023 22:01:33 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12964242-ppgjli-announces-free-science-day-event-for-the-community-on-may-20-2023.html Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) founder, Dr. Artika Tyner, announced that the non-profit organization will conduct a free Science Day on Saturday, May 20, 2023. The event is being held in partnership with 3M.Thu, 11 May 2023 21:57:13 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12959806-ppgj-releases-we-are-the-dreams-of-our-ancestors-childrens-book.html Planting People Growing Justice founder, Dr. Artika Tyner, announced that it has published a new children's book, "We Are the Dreams of Our Ancestors." The story is unique in that it's a children's book based on the writings of young authors.Wed, 12 Apr 2023 21:19:33 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12959804-ppgjli-holds-family-friendly-financial-literacy-learning-festival-on-april-15.html Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) founder, Dr. Artika Tyner, announced that the non-profit organization is holding a Financial Literacy Learning Festival in recognition of Financial Literacy Capability Month.Wed, 12 Apr 2023 21:12:02 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12951941-ppgjli-launches-black-history-month-campaign-to-publish-100-black-authors.html Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) founder, Dr. Artika Tyner, announced the launch of the non-profit organization's new Black History Month initiative, the 100 Black Authors campaign.Sun, 19 Feb 2023 17:16:49 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12946166-childrens-book-explores-the-leadership-legacy-of-haircare-millionaire.html Annie Turnbo Malone inspired generations of women to become entrepreneurs. Millions of Black women use hair care products originally inspired by the creative genius of Annie Turnbo Malone, but are unaware of her powerful story. Author Dr.Mon, 13 Feb 2023 15:48:03 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12951050-ppgj-press-and-bookstore-is-recipient-of-future-collective-award-by-fiverr.html Dr. Artika Tyner, founder of Planting People Growing Justice (PPGJ) Press and Bookstore, has been selected as a cohort in the Fiverr Future Collective. The program honors Black-owned business owners and entrepreneurs.Mon, 13 Feb 2023 14:47:51 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12949082-ppgj-press-and-bookstore-founder-receives-entreprenista-100-award-for-2022.html Dr. Artika Tyner has been chosen as an Entreprenista 100 Awards recipient in the category of Biggest Impact. The award recognizes women founders and trailblazers who are changing the world.Thu, 02 Feb 2023 15:24:07 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12947452-ppgjli-sets-rules-and-deadlines-for-entries-in-its-two-writing-competitions.html Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) Founder, Dr. Artika Tyner, announced that the non-profit organization is conducting two writing competitions – one for children and one for adults.Tue, 17 Jan 2023 01:27:29 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12946006-new-childrens-book-is-the-story-of-unsung-civil-rights-hero-sarah-keys-evans.html Author Dr. Artika Tyner has a talent for revealing critical, yet often overlooked historical figures.Thu, 05 Jan 2023 04:07:26 GMT https://www.prlog.org/12945606-dr-artika-tyner-honored-as-attorney-of-the-year-2022-by-minnesota-lawyer.html The Minnesota Lawyer has recognized Dr. Artika Tyner as an Attorney of the Year 2022 for outstanding service to the profession.Sun, 01 Jan 2023 05:09:36 GMT