Celebrate National Soup Month with these Cultural Dishes of the African Diaspora
Happy National Soup Month! The benefits of soup are numerous and provide the body with nutrients and soothing warmth during the cold months.
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Gambia Independence Day: Exploring Gambia’s Malinke, Fulani, and Wolof Traditional Artforms, and Contemporary Uses in African Diasporic Storytelling
Happy Independence Day, Gambia! On February 18th, this West African country gained independence from the British. To celebrate, we are exploring Gambia’s traditional storytelling, fashion, and food mediums, and their influences on modern culture
Celebrating Black History Doesn’t Mean Separating It From Black Culture – Opinion Piece
February is celebrated as Black history month in America, but as we take a look at our history, we can’t separate it from Black culture. We must ask ourselves: what are we doing to hold on to the many shades of culture represented in the African Diaspora?
International Day of Women and Girls in Science: Top STEM Industries, and STEM Scholarships for Black Women and Girls
On February 11th, the United Nations General Assembly and respective communities celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science. To fuel the next generation of Black women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), we are highlighting top STEM careers and scholarships for women in STEM.
7 Black-Owned Watch Brands for The Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift
The watchmaking industry has been around for ages, and Black-owned watch companies are slowly but surely growing. Like many other sectors of the fashion industry, it’s a struggle business-wise, but the beauty, creativity, and craftsmanship is of course, on point.
National Library Lovers Month: How Libraries Benefit Underserved Communities, and Library Support Strategies
In February, communities around the nation celebrate National Library Lovers Month. To commemorate this joyous occasion, we are exploring the beneficial nature of libraries, and offering strategies to support your local library.
Grenada’s African History and Resistance to Slavery: Celebrating Grenada Independence Day
Happy Independence Day, Grenada! In honor of the country’s fight for freedom, we are examining the country’s African history and resistance to slavery, including its creolized storytelling forms, and Fedon’s rebellion. Join us!
Black Heroes/Heroines to Celebrate for Black History Month
“If there is no struggle, there is no progress” -Nelson Mandela “Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is…
6 Black-Owned Smoothie & Juice Bars for Your Next Health Drink
Keep healthy this winter with a refreshing, vitamin-packed, fresh juice or smoothie from one of these six Black-owned smoothing and juice bars across the USA.
Black Billionaire Business Lessons: 3 Success Tips From Tyler Perry That Will Inspire You.
Three success tips from Tyler Perry, the 15th Black billionaire. Rising far above poverty, creating a significant international brand, owning a BET stake, and a net worth of 1 billion dollars is not a fit for the faint-hearted.