On the heels of Black Maternal Health Week and as a part of our Minority Health Month issue, it only makes sense to highlight the ongoing and upcoming work of the only reproductive justice organization founded and led by Black women in Texas — the Afiya Center.
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Gardening is Gangsta with Que P!
Lil D chats with rapper & agricultural instructor, Quincy “Que P” Bradley. For Minority Health Month, we chat with Que P on the importance of sustainability farming and why people […]
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DBCC Celebrates 37th Annual Quest for Success Luncheon
Presented by the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce, the 37th Annual Quest for Success Luncheon will take place on May 10th at On The Levee, as a time to celebrate, honor and spotlight local entrepreneurs and non-profit leaders making a significant impact for the city.
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Roland Parish Student Athlete of the Week: Maiya Carrington
By Oowee Sports Nation Team: Yetis Position: Forward Team #: 6 School: Bluebonnet Elementary School (Flower Mound) Age: 11 Grade: Fifth In sports, a rebuilding year is described as a […]
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Lincoln High School Student Film “That’s Awesome” Wins Award
A student at Lincoln High School in Dallas snagged an award for a thoughtful short film exploring the intersection of peer pressure, masculinity, and consent as a part of the 7th annual NTARUPT Student Film Festival. He was among three Dallas ISD students who won awards for their contributions to the festival.
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Cheryl “Action” Jackson’s Fight Against Hunger
Under Dr. Jackson’s guidance and persistent effort, Minnie’s has expanded to four locations across three states where thousands of volunteers help serve the hungry families in need. The fifth Minnie’s location is currently in the works, and for Jackson, it is a bit of a homecoming.
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Classism, Racism & Black Health
The intersection of classism and racism has created a disparity in Black health. What steps have we made toward healthcare progress and what more can we do to progress how […]
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JP Morgan Chase proves Financial Literacy is a Way of Life
April is Financial Literacy Month and no matter what your financial position is, there’s an opportunity for you to obtain financial freedom using the many resources at JP Morgan Chase bank.
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Tackle Tomorrow Foundation Champions Literacy
Tackle Tomorrow provides reading coaches that bring many years of experience in public education and specialized expertise in reading instruction. Each school’s reading coach facilitates and implements program goals and objectives in close collaboration with the teaching staff.
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Talley Dunn Gallery presents new solo exhibit by Vicki Meek
The Talley Dunn Gallery just presented a solo exhibition of renowned and nationally recognized artist Vicki Meek. The artist’s inaugural exhibition at the gallery, At What Point Do We Disappear? […]