Ida B. Wells-Barnett was an investigative journalist and advocate who worked to document and address the severe injustices faced by Black Americans during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and her legacy continues to inspire today.
Author Archives: The Afro
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Black Migrants Caught in the Crossfire of Birthright Citizenship Battle
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump’s executive order seeking to strip U.S. citizenship from children born to undocumented parents, labeling the action “undeniably unconstitutional” and warning that it would disproportionately affect Black migrants and their families.
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Allies or Foes? A Look at Race Relations Between Women Voters
White women voted for Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, prompting Black women to question their alliance and solidarity, and to focus on protecting themselves and their community.
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Love on the Rocks: Identifying the Signs of Domestic Violence
Domestic abuse can have severe mental health consequences, including depression and suicidal ideations, and recognizing the early signs of an abusive relationship can be difficult but is essential for recovery.
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Room for Improvement: A Look at Accessibility for Voters with Disabilities
By Megan Sayles A Rutgers University report out of the Program for Disability Research estimated that nearly 40.2 million people with disabilities were eligible to vote in the 2024 election, […]
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The First 1,000 Days: How to Support Brain Development in Babies and Toddlers
By Katie Dukes When babies are born, their brains contain billions of neurons. But how those neurons interact — and what they can do as babies grow through childhood into […]