Black LGBTQ+ students are facing increased hostility and discrimination due to Trump’s campaign promises, leading to increased suicide attempts and absenteeism, and educators and administrators must create safe spaces for conversations and provide critical resources to ensure their academic success.
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A Cut Above: Non-Profit Threads for Change Empowers Young Entrepreneurs Through ‘Dress for Success’ Workshop
Threads For Change recently hosted a “Dress for Success” workshop in Dallas, featuring speakers and workshops on grooming, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and networking, empowering young entrepreneurs to reach new heights.
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What Illinois Ticket Crackdown Means for Black Students
A 16-year-old student in Illinois was issued a $200 fine for damaging a fence, sparking a debate over school-based ticketing and its disproportionate impact on Black students, leading to a formal civil rights complaint and a statewide investigation.
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Word In Black’s Anissa Durham Awarded Prestigious Health Journalism Fellowship
Word In Black health data reporter Anissa Durham has been selected as one of five journalists to receive the 2025 U.S. Health System Reporting Fellowship, awarded by the Association of Health Care Journalists. The fellowship, now in its 15th year and supported by The Commonwealth Fund, provides mentorship and resources to journalists pursuing ambitious projects […]
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Preserved by Purpose: Getting Ready for Your Blessings
“You are blocking your blessing!” This is what one friend told me a few years ago was the reason why I was not receiving God’s blessings in one particular area of my life. She said that instead of focusing on faith, I focused too much on my doubts. To be honest, I’d started to doubt […]
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Old Traditions, New Paths: The Priesthood of Merrick Moses
Merrick Moses, a man of many labels, is a Roman Catholic priest, Benedictine monk, and LGBTQ+ advocate who is passionate about advocating for equal rights and helping marginalized people understand that God loves them too.
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New Clean-Air Rules Help Black Communities
Over the past four years, the Environmental Protection Agency has tightened restrictions on a host of pollutants and pollution sources, ranging from tougher tailpipe emissions standards for all heavy-duty trucks to cracking down on chloroprene pollution — emissions which come from just one plastic plant in Louisiana’s Cancer Alley. The new restrictions are continuing even […]
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Black-Owned Cosmetic Chemistry Company Inspires Black Girls to Pursue STEM Careers
Kristen Wells-Collins, founder of Black to the Lab, has created a STEM-based company to inspire Black girls to pursue cosmetic chemistry by bridging beauty and science, offering a Cosmetic Chemistry Activity Set and workshops to learn about branding and marketing.
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Queen of The Month: Lisa Bowman
Lisa Bowman, Vice President of Commercial Relationship Banking at Origin Bank, is a passionate advocate for financial literacy and economic empowerment, working to make financial education more accessible to underserved populations through her work with the Red Cross and affordable housing initiatives.
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The Hamptons: A Dallas Venue that Combines Modern Elegance with Exceptional Personal Service
Barry Brewer’s The Hamptons, a contemporary event venue in Red Oak, Texas, has become one of the most sought-after venues in the Dallas area, thanks to its unmatched service, modern style, and commitment to creating unforgettable experiences.
