Young women can learn about intersectional feminism through books such as Joan Morgan’s When Chickenheads Come Home to Roost, Bell Hooks’ Feminism is for Everybody, Mikki Kendall’s Hood Feminism, Sara Ahmed’s Living a Feminist Life, and Angela Davis’ Women, Race and Class.
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The Cost of Being a Woman: A $1.6 Trillion Yearly Wage Gap
By Bria Overs Originally appeared in Word in Black Despite some progress on the gender wage gap, women still make less than men, with women of color suffering the most. […]
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A Woman of the People
Christie K. Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to equipping historically disadvantaged communities with the tools they need to succeed in business, and is led by Christie K. Moore, a former FBI forensic scientist and funeral industry entrepreneur.
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She Reps: Dr. Marguritte Johnson
Dr. Marguritte S. Johnson (AKA Dr. MSJ) exemplifies love every day and is often considered “a breath of fresh air” in a society filled with negativity. Passionate, Vibrant, and Motivating […]
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Students Gather to Celebrate HBCU Signing Day
Six students and their families gathered to celebrate the first HBCU signing Day, hosted by Dallas Weekly in partnership with Dallas Greek socialites, Toast For Charity, NotMySon Dallas and TheNetwork, with each student receiving a $1,000 award and financial education from Chase Bank.
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Empowering Students: How Good Trouble Shapes the Future of Protest
John Lewis’ policy of Good Trouble can help kids learn the value of protest and activism this Black History Month, with examples of peaceful resistance including protests, marches, and sit-ins.
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The Impact of Roe V Wade Being Overturned
In the two years since the overturning of Roe v. Wade, how has the reproductive health of women in Texas been affected? The Domino Effect of Roe v Wade On […]
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City of Dallas Plans Response to Inclement Weather
The City of Dallas staff will offer an update to the City’s response to temporary inclement weather shelter activity and the current inclement weather this Monday at 11 am. The […]
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African American Museum, Dallas Announces Plans for January and February, Including Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Weekend and Black History Month
Highlights include a health fair, community/family day, the Scott Joplin Chamber Orchestra concert, African American history competition, Texas Black Sports Hall of Fame event and lectures FREEDOM TO THINK: AN […]
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How Food Deserts Impact Black Youths Education
By Brianna Patt Food deserts appear to be hindering the success of Black students in both a K-12 environment and at home. Food Deserts & the Black Community In a […]