Relationships Archives

Black Love? Vol.1: Examining The Risk Of Online Dating For Black People

Black Information Network - April 28, 2022

Editor’s Note: The following piece discusses sensitive topics, including death and gender-based violence. For resources on these topics and more, please click HERE. The recent...

5 Ways to Celebrate Black Love Day

Racquel Coral, Contributing Writer - February 10, 2022

Did you know that February 13th is Black Love Day? Established in 1993 by Ayo Handy Kendi, Black Love Day's mission is to preserve...

“Visibility Doesn’t Equal Justice:” Ericka Hart on Black Queerness & Media

Ashley Stevenson - November 17, 2021

2021 is the going to be the deadliest year for trans and non-binary murders. And we're probably very visible in the media and maybe...

Celebrating Mother’s Day without Your Mom.

Liz Lampkin, Contributing Writer - May 3, 2021

Sunday, May 9th, marks this year's Mother's Day celebration. This day recognizes the tireless efforts of motherhood. Many have made reservations, while others are...

Did You Know Feb. 13 is the National Black Day of Love?

Liz Lampkin, Contributing Writer - February 12, 2021

The month of February is the shortest month on the calendar but is filled with many days of celebration. For starters, it is Black...

15th Annual Bachelor Breakfast: Black Men Get Real about Love and Relationships

Liz Lampkin, Contributing Writer - October 26, 2020

This weekend marked the 15th annual Bachelor Breakfast, Real Men Real-Talk, hosted by Being Single Magazine’s publisher and founder, Bonita Bennett. The gracious host...

Sweetest Day 2020: Celebrating COVID Style

Liz Lampkin, Contributing Writer - October 17, 2020

This Saturday, October 17th, marks the traditional holiday Sweetest Day. While the origins of this day date back to the early 1900s, the Midwest...

Purity Culture and the Dating Double Standard

Liz Lampkin, Contributing Writer - September 11, 2020

Purity Culture and Dating have always had a double standard. Men can date extensively, while single or married, sleep around with as many women...

August 25th is National Kiss and Make-Up Day! Who Knew?

Liz Lampkin, Contributing Writer - August 25, 2020

Jacqueline Milgate, the founder of National Kiss and Make-Up Day, developed this day years ago to set aside time to reconcile relationships with loved...

Dating App, “Filter Off” to Hold Virtual Speed Dating Event for Black Singles

Racquel Coral, Contributing Writer - July 29, 2020

Dating and meeting potential romantic partners in the “new normal” looks a lot different from this time last year. People who were accustomed to...