In recent years, birth stories from stars like Serena Williams and Beyoncé have served to highlight the state of Black maternal health in the United States Continue reading Meet the Women Fighting to Save Black Mothers: ‘There’s a Lot of Work to Do’
Jade Colin is the Youngest Black Woman to own a McDonald’s Franchise
Meet Jade Colin, the youngest black woman to own a McDonald’s franchise. Continue reading Jade Colin is the Youngest Black Woman to own a McDonald’s Franchise
LeBron James “I Promise School” Showing Early Signs Of Success
The scene might be expected on a special occasion at any other public school. At LeBron James’s I Promise School, it was just Monday. Continue reading LeBron James “I Promise School” Showing Early Signs Of Success
Aretha Franklin earns posthumous Pulitzer Prize
Aretha Franklin also known as the ‘Queen of Soul’ is now a Pulitzer Prize winner. Franklin received the special awards for her “indelible contribution to American music and culture for more than five decades.’
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9 Reasons You Should Be in Health Care
Healthcare careers can provide the challenge, security, and salary you’re looking for in a role, while also fulfilling your humanitarian side. Continue reading 9 Reasons You Should Be in Health Care
Why Beyoncé’s New Partnership With Adidas Highlights An Important Diversity Issue
Beyoncé recently made headlines for a major partnership with Adidas. Through the partnership, Beyoncé will have the ability to create apparel and footwear for the company and there will be a relaunch of her Ivy Park brand, which was previously sold at Top Shop. Continue reading Why Beyoncé’s New Partnership With Adidas Highlights An Important Diversity Issue
One Of The Largest Class Of Black J.D. Candidates At Harvard University Are Making Sure They Make A Statement
With over 60 Black students, Harvard Law School’s class of 2021 is one of the largest class of Black J.D. candidates in the educational institution’s history. To showcase this excellence, the students created a photo-based social media campaign using the hashtag #BlackatHarvardLaw. Continue reading One Of The Largest Class Of Black J.D. Candidates At Harvard University Are Making Sure They Make A Statement
More black investors should look to stock market to grow their wealth
If you can’t see it, will you believe in it?
The “it” takes different forms, depending on the context. If the focus is black wealth, the “it” represents the stock market. And in this context, investing time, energy and even money into something unseen can translate into a very risky proposition.
If wealth is a household objective in black communities, the stock market should absolutely be considered. Continue reading More black investors should look to stock market to grow their wealth
3 times you can skip the cover letter—and the 1 time you absolutely shouldn’t
Some job listings will say “cover letter required,” while others don’t include any mention about it at all. When it comes to the ladder, many applicants often wonder, Should I submit one in anyway?
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Music Artist/ Entrepreneur Nipsey Hussle Fatally Shot In Los Angeles
Beloved rapper, businessman and philanthropist Nipsey Hussle was fatally shot Sunday outside of his Marathon clothing store in Los Angeles’ Hyde Park neighborhood. He was 33. Continue reading Music Artist/ Entrepreneur Nipsey Hussle Fatally Shot In Los Angeles
The Repair of Diversity in Baseball: Black Representation in the Major Leagues
The beginning of the Major League baseball season has finally arrived. Fans are piling into stadiums to watch their favorite baseball teams take the field for the 2019 season. Baseball is considered as ‘America’s Pastime’ being created on American soil and one of the nation’s oldest sport. However, there is a blaring disconnect between “the old ballgame” and African-American participants. Continue reading The Repair of Diversity in Baseball: Black Representation in the Major Leagues
Kenyan Teacher Who Gives Away 80 Percent Of Salary To Poor Communities Wins $1 Million Global Prize
A rural Kenyan teacher who gives 80 percent of his monthly income to poor communities, just won a $1 million global prize, proving that the blessings you bestow usually come right back to you.
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