Posts Tagged ‘Representation’
Alabama A&M will lead bands in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Millions who tune into this historic annual event will see Black musicians on their screens this Thanksgiving.
Read MoreRacial Healing and Sisterhood on Two Wheels
A new cycling organization, Black Girls Do Bike, seeks to give Black women a space to come together as well as break into a sport typically dominated by White men.
Read MoreDwayne Johnson Says Paris Museum’s Botched Wax Figure Needs ‘Important Details’ Updated: ‘Starting With My Skin Color’
Musée Grévin in Paris revealed a wax sculpture of actor Dwayne Johnson that inaccurately represents his skin color.
Read MoreI Became A Vet Because I Love Animals. I Didn’t Realize The Color Of My Skin Would Matter.
Lynsey Paschal-Bennett., DVM, writes about the challenging but rewarding experience of pursuing and practicing veterinary medicine, a profession in which Black people only make up about 2%.
Read MoreA Landmark Year for a Rare Calendar
A storied calendar’s next release will feature beautiful shots by a talented Black photographer named Prince Gyasi.
Read MoreFor generations, Black Barbie has been a symbol of power, upward mobility and imagination
African-American writer Angela Williams talks about the positive impact owning a Black Barbie doll had on her childhood and why it’s important to continue including Black representation in the toy industry.
Read MoreNetflix’s Prequel, Queen Charlotte, Is Bridgerton at Its Blackest (review)
Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story is a one-sitting binge that uses its Regency-era setting to make modern commentary on the individuality, agency and respect of women.
Read MoreMLB The Show breaks barrier with Negro League players
Baseball and video game fans can now enjoying talented Negro League players such as Jackie Robinson in Sony’s MLB The Show 23.
Read MoreThe Black Artists Claiming More Space Than Ever Before
Black artists are making space for their work and messages in public spaces, sometimes with large-form art projects.
Read MoreBrandy returns as Queen Cinderella for Disney+ musical
After 26 years, actor and singer Brandy will reprise her role as Cinderella in and upcoming Descendants movie on Disney+.
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