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The Best Things to Happen to Black People in 2023 (So Far)

We’re celebrating all of the good news happening and the inspiring Black folk creating positive change in our communities.   by Word In Black   2022 was a *wild*...

Black History Month: Chicago Defender Archives

From 1942-45, Lena Horne frequently entertained American soldiers in camps along the West Coast and throughout the South. She also appeared on Armed Forces...

Activism in Film with “Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America”

“Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America” is a poignant and provocative documentary feature film that confronts the history of slavery and...

Black Contributors Honored with Beacon Excellence Awards

Black excellence filled the room as United Airlines treated their guests to a star-studded red carpet experience through its inaugural BEACON Excellence Awards at...

Entertainment Veteran Seeks to Tell Story of Fisk Jubilee Singers

Photo: 1874 Portrait of Fisk Jubilee Singers commissioned by Queen Victoria Entertainment veteran, Stephen Ashley Blake is the founder and CEO of Realm Pictures International....

The Legacy of the Pullman Porters Lives Today

The Pullman Porters were more than men shining shoes, carrying bags, cleaning, and setting up the sleeping berth. These hardworking men were architects of...

Celebrate Black History 365 with the I Am Black History Box

During the month of February people of color intentionally celebrate and learn about their rich story. However, the creators of The HBCU Summit series,...

Fannie Lou Hamer’s America Explores Her Humanity and Legacy of Activism

Photo Credit:  (Original Caption) 8/25/1964-Atlantic City, NJ- Convention Hall. Mrs. Fannie Hamer, member of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, was one of the exciting...

Mom Writes Children’s Book Series to Celebrate Diversity

Nonkululeko Kunene Adumetey (also known as Nonku) is an award-winning author of "I Celebrate My Skin" and "I Celebrate My Voice." Her passion is...
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