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Milwaukee Public Schools are not full of thugs–Facebook campaign by students
A social media campaign by students at Milwaukee Public Schools aims to dispel racist stereotypes about being Black.
Read MoreThe Lingering Legacy of Lynching and Trayvon Martin
Filmmaker Jackie Olive is among those who see Trayvon Martin’s murder for what it is: a modern lynching because of his race.
Read MorePublic Schools Constrain Blacks, Author Says
Lisa Delpit’s latest book, “Multiplication Is for White People”: Raising Expectations for Other People’s Children, is another installment in the author’s crusade to expose the systemic issues with America’s public education system, and their effects on a growing achievement gap between whites and minorities.
Read MoreLife and Style Skin tone, adoption and black children: Is colorism an issue?
When it comes to adoption, children of color wit lighter skin fare better than their peers with darker skin,
Read MoreStereotypes Hurt Black-Teen Programs
A study from the Wharton School outlines the impact of racism on Black teens and potential solutions to improve the problem.
Read MoreTrayvon Martin, My Son, And The Black Male Code
Jesse Washington explains the conversation he had with his son after hearing a radio story about Trayvon Martin’s murder.
Read MoreHappy Birthday, Aretha Franklin, Lisa Gay Hamilton, Tony Cade Bambara, and Debi Thomas!
Celebrate March 25th, a day when these talented and fierce Black women were born.
Read MoreTonight: Premiere of Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. on PBS
Newark Mayor Cory Booker has joined the ranks of notable Black Americans to investigate their ancestors on PBS’ Finding Your Roots.
Read MoreToday We Celebrate the Life of Dorothy Height, National Leader in the Struggle for Justice
March 24th marks the birthday of trailblazing activist and president of the National Council of Negro Women for four decades.
Read MoreHow to Talk to Young Black Boys about Trayvon Martin
In the aftermath of Travyon Martin’s murder, many parents of Black boys must grapple with the fears that their sons might be next.
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