By Nadira Jamerson Originally appeared in Word in Black For many of us, Christmas is a time to exchange gifts, indulge in slices of sweet potato pie, and binge-watch movies like […]
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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 […]
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400 Forward Is Turning Dreams of Architecture Into Reality for Black GirlsÂ
By Aziah Siid Originally appeared in Word in Black When you stroll the streets of New York City and see skyscrapers higher than the human eye can see, who do […]
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4 Free Mental Health Resources for Black People
By Alexa Spencer Originally appeared in Word in Black Therapy is a proven tool for healing mental trauma, improving emotional well-being, and increasing overall life satisfaction. But with a single […]
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Navy Federal Denied Over 50% of Black Mortgage Applicants
By Bria Overs Originally appeared in Word in Black A new analysis from CNN found Navy Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in the US serving military service members […]
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3 Organizations Working to Stop the Spread of HIV in the Black Community
By Alexa Spencer Originally appeared in Word in Black Despite advancements in HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) prevention, Black adults in America suffer at disproportionate rates. As of 2020, Black women […]
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Fighting Educational Injustice, One Nap at a Time
By Joseph Williams Originally appeared in Word in Black It seems counterintuitive: rest as a radical act, a vehicle for educational and social change and racial healing. Yet the connection […]
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Smoke and Mirrors: Rise in Black Net Worth Is Not What It Seems
By Bria Overs Originally appeared in Word in Black Black net worths are on the rise — for now. A recent report from the Federal Reserve found that in the […]
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4 NBA Stars Making Sure Black Kids Get an Excellent Education
By Aziah Siid Originally appeared in Word in Black When it’s gametime, our favorite NBA stars tear up the court in pursuit of a win. We see them showing out […]
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Why Black Women With Incarcerated Loved Ones Face Loneliness
Being locked away in a prison cell for years on end can be devastatingly lonely for people behind bars. Aside from mail, TV, radio, and guest visitation, their access to […]