The Trump administration’s dismantling of the Department of Education is being challenged in federal court by the state of New York and a coalition of school districts, advocacy organizations, and unions, who argue that the changes are “unpredictable, chaotic, and unprofessional” and will harm millions of students, particularly those from low-income backgrounds and students with disabilities.
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The Impact of Medical Racism on Black Americans’ Organ Donation Decisions
Tamika Smith, a 40-year-old woman, has a deep mistrust of the medical system due to her personal experiences, which has led her to refuse to become an organ donor, a decision that is influenced by the long history of medical racism and mistreatment of Black bodies in the U.S.
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Jamaican Music Icon Sean Paul Aids Hurricane-Ravaged Country
Sean Paul and Angelie Spencer are using their resources to help Jamaica recover from Hurricane Melissa, which caused widespread destruction and displaced 25,000 people.
Posted inEducation
Bridging the Endowment Gap: Empowering HBCUs for a Brighter Future
HBCUs have historically had smaller endowments than PWIs due to structural inequities, but recent efforts have recognized the importance of strengthening HBCU endowments to increase their competitiveness and resilience, while also providing flexible, unrestricted funds to address urgent needs.
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Black Students Thriving in Schools: Five Reasons to Stay Empowered
Despite the many challenges Black students face in the K-12 education system, there are five bright spots to celebrate: Black male teachers are helping Black children improve in schools, the Reading Rainbow show has made a comeback with a new host, more Black students are graduating on time, SNAP benefits have been restored, and Black students are still applying to college.
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Blueprint for Change: Saving Trans Lives Beyond a Day of Mourning
The Transgender Day of Remembrance should be a call to action, not just a moment of mourning, and communities should take practical steps to protect Black trans lives and create a Blueprint for Change.
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A Pastor Wants Black Men Praying Together at Sunrise
Bishop Kenneth O. Robinson Jr. of DreamLife Worship Center has issued a call for Black men around the world to join in prayer on Dec. 1 at 6 a.m. Eastern Standard Time, praying for revival, spiritual awakening, and restoration of families and communities.
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If You’re Gonna Shop, Make it Black-OwnedÂ
Black Americans are encouraged to double down on boycotts of retailers and brands that don’t support their humanity, and to support Black-owned businesses instead, in order to build economic power and keep dollars circulating in their communities.
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Christmas Hits Hard for Kids With a Parent Behind Bars
Prison Fellowship is a Christian nonprofit organization that provides support to children whose parents are incarcerated, including gifts and messages from their parents at Christmas through the Angel Tree program, as well as summer camps and the Prison Fellowship Academy.
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Tia Mowry’s New Series Encourages Cancer Talk Over Home-Cooked Meals
Tia Mowry is hosting a new video series called “Rewrite the Recipe” to encourage Black families to discuss their family history with cancer and to promote the importance of proper screenings.
