Young Black Women Impacting the Sneaker Industry
The sneaker industry is no longer dominated by men. The four women are making sure their voices are heard and leading the industry’s latest trends.
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Whoopi Goldberg: Hollywood Icon
An established comedian, actress, and TV host, Whoopi Goldberg’s career has produced a wide range of projects spanning over 30 years.
Princeton to Name Residential College After a Black Woman
Mellody Hobson will become the first Black woman to have a residential college named after them at an Ivy League school, Princeton University.
Celebrating Angola Independence Day
Happy Independence Day, Angola! On this day, November 11th, 1975, Angola declared independence from Portugal. Today we are celebrating this South African country by exploring 7 interesting facts about this Portuguese speaking nation. Let’s jump right in!
The Princess of Africa: Yvonne Chaka Chaka
The Princess of Africa, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, is more than just an international music artist. She’s a true Black Icon.
Immigrant Stories: Lisa Gwaikolo, Liberian American Essential Worker, Shares her COVID-19 Experience
Lisa Gwaikolo, Respiratory Specialist, stands strong while facing challenges during COVID-19.
8 Black Children’s Books By Black Authors To Get This Children’s Book Week
Established in 1919 by the librarian of the Boy Scouts of America, Franklin K. Matthiews, Children’s Book Week celebrates books for children and the joy of reading. Every year, it is celebrated in May but this year, there are two dedicated weeks of celebration, May 4-10 and November 9-15..
Celebrating 152 Years At Howard University College of Medicine
Howard University College of Medicine has produced a large portion of the African-American physicians practicing in the United States.
Toni Morrison: Beloved Author
Morrison’s stories often told in-depth stories of the Black American experience. She discussed culture, fear, mass migration, and acceptance.
Barack Obama: The First African American President
On November 4, 2008, Barack Obama defeated Senator John McCain becoming the 44th President and the first African-American to hold the office of the presidency.