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Nannie Helen Burroughs, trailblazing Black teacher and labor organizer
Black women like Nannie Helen Burroughs were instrumental in fighting for labor rights for all Americans but especially those marginalized.
Read MoreArtist Oluseye Ogunlesi builds a Black Ark to explore Canada’s colonial history
A piece by a Nigerian-Canadian artist based on the trans-Atlantic slave trade debuted at a Toronto arts festival this summer.
Read MoreBig reveal: Biden to help unveil Obama White House portrait
After its unveiling in the White House, President Obama’s official portrait will end the chain of white American presidents.
Read MoreIn St. Louis, a battle is brewing over police accountability
St. Louis police have pushed back against civilian oversight, stating a fear of retaliation by anti-police groups.
Read MorePoll: Black and Hispanic Americans more susceptible to gun violence
A recent survey of Americas revealed that Black and Latino people are more likely to know someone who experienced gun violence than others.
Read MoreBank of America announces new loan options for first-time homebuyers in Black and Hispanic communities nationwide
People of color and other first-time home buyers can take advantage of new loan options from Bank of America in some neighborhoods.
Read MoreDelta Air Lines releases new stock images of Black and brown people to promote diversity in travel
Delta Air Lines is working to promote representation in the travel industry with a new photo marketing campaign in partnership with Adobe.
Read MoreAfrican American AP course now offered to high schools across the U.S.
The College Board and Howard University have developed an African American AP course for high school students to expand their knowledge.
Read MoreMississippi governor declares state of emergency with end of Jackson water crisis nowhere in sight
Jackson residents are without running water due to recent flooding, promoting Mississippi’s governor and President Biden to respond.
Read MoreBarbie honors first female self-made millionaire, Madam C.J. Walker, with new doll
C.J. Walker started a haircare line for Black women, becoming the first self-made woman millionaire. Mattel now honors her with a Barbie.
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