Posts Tagged ‘Black families’
Moms of Black Babies More Likely to Be Flagged to Police Over Alleged Pregnancy Drug Use
The referrals from welfare agencies happen despite a lack of abuse or neglect, needlessly involving law enforcement with Black families.
Read MoreAfrican American Choral Ensemble brings together 100 voices for anniversary concert
The African American coral ensemble choir represents and honors the history and future of the choir, which was established in 1975 by Portia K and founder of African-American art Institute, Herman Hudson.
Read MoreBaby Formula Recalled After Product Sickens 15 Infants
Botulinum found in ByHeart Baby Formula forces nationwide product recall.
Read MoreA State Just Made Child Care Free. Here’s Why it Matters
New Mexico’s universal child care program could be a blueprint for the rest of the nation, bringing much-needed relief to working families.
Read MoreThree Black Siblings Create Heartfelt Children’s Book to Honor Late Grandfather and Celebrate Elders
Texas has redrawn congressional maps, giving power to white voters, who are the minority, and diluting others’ votes.
Read More‘A radical act’: the rich history behind the centuries-long tradition of Black family reunions
Researchers are looking into the meaning behind Black family reunions, which serve as a way to learn about fractured family history.
Read MoreHow one father developed a doula program for dads
Joshua Liston-Zawad, who sought a way to be more involved when his wife gave birth, started a program to help other dads to the same.
Read MoreCongrats on Your Baby — Now Pay This Extra $8,000
We must confront the deadly cost of divisive rhetoric—and why it matters now more than ever to Black communities.
Read MoreThe death of 2 homeless children in frigid Detroit raises questions about a flawed system in peril
The family was living in their van after the mother never heard back after reaching out for help when they became homeless.
Read MoreBlack History Month @ MPM: Early Learning Series
Families with young children (recommended for ages 3-6) are welcome to stop in our Early Learning classroom for hands-on activities and story times that celebrate Black history!
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