Posts by Anna Strong
The Bookish Magic Of Black Women Is Getting A Literary Festival
Glory Edim saw the importance of creating a space in which black women could express their “bookish magic” based in Brooklyn, New York. Read the article to find out more.
Read More#SaveUnderground: Aisha Hinds on Freedom Dreams and Revolutionary Art
“Underground” was more than just another television show to many and that is why so many are enraged that it has been taken off the air. Find out why in this article.
Read MoreCollege Student Who Missed His Graduation Because of NYC Train Delays Gets Impromptu Ceremony From Commuters
Alcantara thought he would miss his graduation ceremony due to the unreliable New York City subway system, but other passengers made sure that was not the case. Find out how within this article.
Read MoreGina Prince-Bythewood Will Be The First Black Woman To Direct A Super Hero Film
Gina Prince-Bythewood, the popular director of “Love and Basketball,” is back at it again, but this time with a “Marvel” film and she’s the first black female to ever do it. Read the article to see what she’s planning.
Read MoreParis mayor says ‘solution’ found for black feminist event
The Afro-feminist group, MWASI, was shut down as they tried to host an “exclusive” event (for black women mostly) according to the mayor. Read the full story here.
Read MoreSometimes, Staying Woke Means Staying Away
‘Stay woke’ has been the phrase of the century, but with all the recent tragedies, this author thinks that taking a break from social media may do us some good and help us to ‘stay alive.’
Read MoreThe history of American protest music, from “Yankee Doodle” to Kendrick Lamar
The evolution of American protest music includes an array of artists, many Black, have penned creative and influential songs.
Read MoreWhat It Costs to Give Black Mothers a Second Chance
National Mama’s Bailout Day helped free dozens of women around the country who were too poor to make bail. Sheritha Scott was one of them. Here is her story.
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