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.
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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!
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.
Honoring Dominica Independence Day
Happy Independence Day, Dominica! Join us as we take a journey inside this beautiful, lush Caribbean country.
Celebrating Antigua and Barbuda Independence Day
Happy Independence Day, Antigua and Barbuda! On this day, November 1st of 1981, the Caribbean country gained independence from the British. Let’s take a journey inside the rich culture, African history and cuisine of the islands.
The Growing Movement to Send Counselors — Not Cops — to Mental Health Crises
On September 13, a police officer in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, fatally shot a man in the midst of a mental health crisis. The family of the 27-year-old victim, Ricardo Muñoz, said he had been diagnosed with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, but hadn’t been taking his medication.