Ms. White joined the staff of the Dew Inn in February of 2021. While only an employee, she did more than wait tables and make omelets–she took pride and found joy in building bonds with her frequent visitors. White says her goal was simple, “make sure that you feel taken care of, that you feel better than when you came in.”
Happy Independence Day, Tanzania! On December 9th, 1961, this East African country gained independence from Britain. To celebrate the country’s indigenous culture, and varying influences that combine to create the nation’s imprint, we are exploring seven of the country’s delicious dishes. Let’s jump right in!
The acting Physician General, Dr. Denise A. Johnson, recently held a community editorial meeting with Philadelphia area Black publishers. Dr. Johnson took this initiative to speak directly to the trusted messengers of the community to provide an update on the COVID pandemic and vaccine information directly to our community for a better understanding of the still-evolving knowledge on COVID-19 health impacts, which disproportionally affected people of color
Representation matters and that means including everyone who makes up the LGBTQIA+ community. Learn more about pansexuality and the Black celebs who identify with the term.
Happy belated Independence Day, Barbados! On November 30th, 1966, this Caribbean country gained independence from the British. To celebrate, we are exploring the country’s resistance to colonialism, from the colonial period until now
Published in 1981, Alesia, by Eloise Greenfield and Alesia Revis, details the struggles of a young African American girl who became physically disabled as the result of being hit by a car. Few fiction books include characters with disabilities and fewer include People of Color with disabilities.
Black women have steadily led the way for centuries, and not just in the United States. We’ve highlighted 11 Black female activists who are making their mark.
When we watch someone being nice or giving, we feel a pleasant warmth inside. This is referred to by researchers as “moral elevation,” because it not only feels good but also drives us to do good.
Happy Independence Day, Mauritania! On November 28th, 1960, this Northwestern African country gained independence from the French. To celebrate, we are exploring the country’s delicious cuisine.
Use your dollars to support Black-owned businesses and get trendy, stylish nails at the same time by buying from one of these Black-owned nail brands.
