Giving Breath to Voice
The mission of Breathe On is to:
– promote black-owned business, entrepreneurs, and economic success
– raise awareness of and celebrate black culture, art and artists
– support black opportunities to participate in higher education.
Black Authors Speak Ahead Of Banned Books Week
Banned Books Week, recognized each September, was founded by library activist Judith Krug in 1982 as a protest to the increase in censorship of literature. Krug believed that bans on books massively violated the First Amendment, freedom of speech. Books are...
Making The Art World More Welcoming For Black Women
Black Girls In Art Spaces (BGIAS), a fast-growing community for Black women to explore the arts and champion Black artists, has expanded from an initial meetup at a Dallas art gallery to more two dozen chapters across the US and abroad in just two years. “The...
HBCU Football Legends Rally Behind Harris
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has received a significant endorsement from football legends of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). The group, made up of former players and coaches—including several Pro Football Hall of...
How The Invention Of Dry Cleaning Led To The First Black Man Claiming A Patent
On March 3, 1821, Thomas L/.Jennings became the first African American to receive a U.S. patent for his groundbreaking dry scouring technique. At just 30 years old, he earned exclusive rights to his invention, preventing others from using or selling his method without...
19 Black Figures Who Changed History
Honoring the trailblazers whose courage, innovation, and resilience left an indelible mark on history and continue to inspire generations. Looking for a quick Black history lesson? Here’s a round-up of important Black historical figures you need to know...
6 Must-Try Black Owned Wineries
Wine lovers, it’s time to expand your horizons and support a vibrant sector of the wine industry that is gaining recognition and appreciation: Black-owned wineries. These establishments not only produce exceptional wines crafted with passion and expertise but also...
