In celebration of Liberia’s bicentennial, we are exploring economic, social and political relations between the US and formerly-enslaved societies, with a special focus on Liberia, Sierra Leone, Jamaica, Haiti and more.
Djibouti’s flag was chosen on the day the country achieved independence. Its colors symbolize Djibouti’s beautiful landscapes, multicultural population, and the eternal principles of the country’s national motto: Unité, Égalité, Paix (Unity, Equality, Peace).
Despite the trauma of war, poverty and a generally negative public image, this south-eastern African country boasts positivity through a son of reggae music.
Hip-hop is a culture that has changed America since the 1980s, not just a music genre. Its influence has expanded across the United States, influencing politics and media culture. The issue surrounding hip-hop music and culture has been at the forefront for many years.
I was super impressed to view and find out about the all-African American Re-Collective Orchestra that served as the musical backdrop to CNN’s Juneteenth TV production.
Learn about those diverse narratives and explore Philadelphia’s rich mosaic during National Heritage Month. You’ll be amazed to find that Philly indeed “lives” a good story.
No matter what side of the Diaspora you may find yourself on, there’s one thing we can agree upon; we don’t play when it comes to seasoning our food!
With an estimated 5 million visitors expected to descend on Philadelphia during the tournament, there will be a huge demand for goods and services.
According to the American Psychiatric Association, only 1 in 3 Black adults who need mental health care actually receive it. Those numbers are believed to be even worse when you’re just dealing with Black men.
Art preserves a culture’s and society’s standards, but it may also question our assumptions and impressions of how the world works. There has been a significant change in the art…
