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This Group Celebrates And Supports Black Women Authors

Only 5% of books published in 2019 were by Black authors. That’s why Ari Gibbs, the founder of Well Read Sistas is on a mission to close the opportunity gap for Black women writers.

Dr. Camika Royal Gets Real About the Needs Of Black Students

Dr. Camika Royal, a professor, author, and urban education expert says “Schools are absolutely missing the genius of Black children.”

Oh, White Fragility: Florida School Bans Ruby Bridges Film

Fresh off blocking AP African American Studies from being taught in its schools, Florida is at again. The Disney film “Ruby Bridges,” is on the chopping block.

Meet Wawa Gatheru, The Powerhouse Behind Black Girl Environmentalist

From gracing the cover of the January issue of Vogue to amplifying climate justice on social media, Wawa Gatheru has set her sights on elevating environmental solutions.

Wake Up, Everybody: 12 Black Women Educators You Should Know

From Marva Collins to Gloria Ladson Billings, Black women have long sounded the alarm for educational equity and racial justice — and taken action.

Teaching Generation TikTok How To Tell What’s True Online

Black people are being targeted with misinformation, so ensuring the next generation can tell what’s true is “critical to freedom.”

Why Excellent Schools Matter For Black Kids

The now-CEO of Brooklyn Lab, Garland Thomas-McDavid, says having the opportunity to go to a better school outside her neighborhood changed her life.

US HUD Announces $5.5 Million Award For HBCUs For Research

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced awards totaling $5.5 million for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to conduct housing and community development research.

Classroom Restrictions Ask Black, LGBTQ+ Teachers To ‘Erase’ Identities

Across the country, 17 states now have restrictions on discussing gender and race in the classroom. It’s jeopardizing the teacher pipeline.

Fear Is a Reality Of Black Motherhood

A new study found parents’ worries about their children are linked to their neighborhood quality. We asked Black parents about their fears.

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Morehouse College Might Halt Graduation ‘on The Spot’ If There Are...

Morehouse College President David A. Thomas said Thursday he would shut down commencement ceremonies “on the spot” rather than allow police to remove student protesters in zip ties during President Joe Biden’s graduation speech.