By Alexa Spencer Originally appeared in Word in Black When you hear the word “addiction,” what comes to mind? A pack-a-day smoking habit? Empty alcohol bottles lining a dresser? How […]
Category: This Week
Posted inEducation
Schools Aren’t Prepared to Handle Racist Bullying
By Maya Pottiger Originally appeared in Word in Black Breana Calloway stood in front of the Illinois State Senate in March to testify in favor of the Racism Free Schools Act. […]
Posted inClimate Justice
These Teens Are Fed Up With Breathing Toxic Coal Dust
By Willy Blackmore Originally appeared in Word in Black Everyone seems to be in agreement about what the black dust that settles on cars and houses around South Baltimore is: […]
Posted inHomepage
Dallas dedicates newly refurbished courtyard in honor of Dr. Harry Robinson, Jr., African American Museum founder and president/CEO
DALLAS (Oct. 25, 2023) –The 30-year-old courtyard at the African American Museum, Dallas, has a fresh, sparkling look and a new name, thanks to a generous grant from the Lowe’s Hometowns initiative […]
Posted inShe Represents
She Reps: Jaurdane Ivory
Jaurdane Ivory is a visionary storyteller, creative artist, author, and media curator. She harnesses her life experiences to fuel her passion for addressing crucial issues affecting women in leadership, entrepreneurs, […]
Posted inEducation
As Texas bans diversity and equity offices at public colleges, Rice University’s inclusion efforts march on
By Kate McGee, The Texas Tribune Oct. 25, 2023 “As Texas bans diversity and equity offices at public colleges, Rice University’s inclusion efforts march on” was first published by The […]
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Why a Texas Panhandle city hit pause on a proposed abortion “travel ban” — for now
By Jayme Lozano Carver, The Texas Tribune Oct. 25, 2023 “Why a Texas Panhandle city hit pause on a proposed abortion “travel ban” — for now” was first published by […]
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The State of Israel & Settler Colonialism in the Modern Age
On Sunday, a demonstration organized with the combined efforts of Dallas Palestine Coalition, Dallas Peace and Justice Center, Palestinian Youth Movement, and many others took to Dallas City Hall. Protesters […]
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Morehouse Men Get $10 Million in Student Debt Forgiven by Activist Group
By Bria Overs Originally appeared in Word in Black HBCU students win again. Over 2,700 former students of Morehouse College had their debts canceled by the Debt Collective on Monday, […]
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Celebrate 15 years of impact with The Afiya Center’s anniversary gala
In honor of its 15th anniversary, The Afiya Center will celebrate its journey with an anniversary gala Oct. 26 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Gilley’s Dallas, located at 1135 Botham Jean Blvd. […]
