Oct 14, 2024 | Leadership, Women
Women make up roughly half of U.S. labor union membership, but representation in top level union leadership positions has lagged, even in female-dominated industries and particularly for women of color. But Black and Latina women are starting to gain ground, landing...
Oct 14, 2024 | History, Music
There is no music history without recognizing Black music history. It’s no secret that Black artists have fought for appreciation of their art and inclusive spaces within the entertainment world, but the fight hasn’t always been easy. From pioneering...
Oct 14, 2024 | Entrepreneurship
Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled an “Opportunity Agenda” proposal for Black men Monday, which includes plans to provide 1 million forgivable loans to Black entrepreneurs and new pathways to help Black Americans succeed in the legalized...
Oct 14, 2024 | Business, Events
It was a night of elegance and Black excellence at the Black Business ROC gala Saturday night. The minority-owned Black Business ROC was created to recognize and support the work of Black business owners and organizational leaders who are empowering the Rochester...
Oct 7, 2024 | Art, Arts Education, Culture
The Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD) is currently hosting Black Art Week, showcasing three new exhibits that aim to celebrate Black creative excellence. It’s the first time the initiative is taking place in San Francisco. Curator Key Jo Lee shared insights...
Oct 7, 2024 | Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Men
The wealthiest Black person in America is IT entrepreneur David Steward, according to the 2024 Forbes 400 list of wealthiest Americans. On Tuesday, Forbes revealed its annual ranking, which estimated the Missouri resident’s net worth at a record $11.4 billion, up from...
Oct 7, 2024 | Education, Higher Education
In the heart of Queens, a seismic shift is about to rock the New York City education scene. A groundbreaking collaboration between the Big Apple’s public school system and Delaware State University (DSU) is set to redefine the high school experience for a new...
Oct 7, 2024 | Higher Education
Some California colleges and universities will soon show their commitment to the success of African American students in higher education. Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed SB 1348, which establishes the the nation’s first designation of Black-Serving Institutions, or...
Oct 7, 2024 | Events, Food & Beverage
What do you get when you mix culture, community, and the best Black-owned wines and spirits in the country? This October, the 8th Annual Black Owned Wine and Spirits Festival (BOWSFest) is making its highly anticipated return to D.C., and it’s shaping...
Oct 7, 2024 | Entertainment
The new collection brings together diverse-led content designed to appeal to multicultural audiences. Today, NBCUniversal officially launched its new content collection ExcellencE! on Peacock in partnership with media company Group Black. ExcellencE!...
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