Happy Independence Day, Tunisia! Today we are exploring the ancient city of Carthage, first president Habib Bourguiba’s women’s rights activism, and the influence this North African country has on the world.
Many communities of the African Diaspora, including those in the informal sector and more, use a traditional African savings method known as Susu.
Each month, “The Reading Quilt” provides a short review of a book that a teacher may use to spark conversations about culture and race, along with a learning activity that may help students understand human behavior. Using the acronym QUILT, Slaughter offers readers information about the Quality of writing, Imaginative plot, as well as a mini Lesson plan, and Talking points that stem from the book’s premise. This month, Another Brooklyn by Jacqueline Woodson is the focus of QUILT.
Postpartum depression, like many other mental health issues, is often stigmatized but more so in the Black community. Find out more on just how much PPD affects Black women and organizations willing to help.
Lisa Taylor is the Director at Fresh Grocer on Monument Road. After climbing the corporate ladder, she joined the ShopRite team, which is operated by Brown’s Super Stores Inc..
Sea moss, a type of algae, might be the answer to better skin and digestion. Read the health benefits of sea moss and a few Black-owned brands you can get the benefits of sea moss from.
Wearing sunscreen is something everyone should do all year round. These five black-owned sunscreen brands cater, especially to dark skins. Learn more here about them and why highly melanated people need SPF too.
Try doing this 15-minute yoga pose routine at home, 3 times a week, to relieve the mind of anxiety, tension, and stress.
Happy Independence Day, Mauritius. Mauritius gained independence from the British today in 1968. In honor of this, we’ll explore the history and development of human settlement on this East African island. Let’s jump right in!
Black may never go out of style but this year’s trendiest color, brown, is definitely giving it a run for its money. See how you can incorporate multiple shades of brown in your wardrobe here.
