African American women in media and entertainment, such as Oprah, Ava Duvernay, and Gayle King, have expressed their discomfort with being called “auntie” due to its association with old age and the stereotype of the mammy, while others view it as an honorable title of respect and connection.
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Taking Control of Our Health: National HIV Testing Day and Dallas’s New Strategic Roadmap to Equity
On National HIV Testing Day, the Southern Black Policy and Advocacy Network released the 2027-2031 North Texas Integrated HIV Prevention and Care Plan, which provides a data-driven framework to reduce new infections, maximize viral suppression, and address systemic disparities in Black communities.
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She Is Me: Transforming Women Through TransparencyÂ
By Sherilyn Smith There comes a moment in a woman’s life when she decides to stop performing and start revealing. Not for attention, but for alignment. Not for applause, but […]
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Preserved By Purpose: Is God Is; Who’s Got The Power
The movie Is God Is is a powerful story of twin sisters who must confront their emotions in order to tap into their inner strength and find their purpose.
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State Rep. Talarico Unveils Plan to Tackle Maternal Mortality
State Rep. James Talarico announced his plan to tackle maternal mortality, a crisis disproportionately impacting Black mothers in Texas, by building on the work of Texas State Representative Toni Rose and introducing a comprehensive policy package to address the issue.
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‘Breaking the Silence’: How Black Women Can Fight Breast Cancer
Black women are more likely to die from breast cancer than white women, due to a combination of systemic racism, biological factors, healthcare access barriers, and limited representation in clinical research, but solutions include self-advocacy, understanding family histories, and early detection.
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Kelley Cornish Leads With Purpose, Faith and Financial Empowerment
Kelley Cornish, president and CEO of the TD Jakes Foundation, was recognized at the 4th Annual Women of Influence Awards for her transformative leadership and commitment to community empowerment, having built a career on financial inclusion, resilience, and a commitment to helping underserved communities.
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The Power of Narrative: Black Women’s Influence at the Oscars
Black women are paying close attention to the Oscars this year, as the portrayals of Black women in two leading Best Picture contenders, “One Battle After Another” and “Sinners,” have sparked a firestorm of conversations about the cultural influence of how Black women are depicted on screen and how it shapes policy debates and funding decisions.
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Investing in Black Youth: The True Legacy of Black History Month
Black History Month should not only celebrate resilience, but also focus on protecting the wellbeing of Black youth today through policies and community investments that address the conditions that make futures possible.
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Black Women’s HIV Prevention: Shifting Focus From Fear to Pleasure
Black women in America are disproportionately affected by HIV, and fear-based prevention has failed them, so it is time to approach prevention and safety through a conversation centered on joy, agency, and pleasure.
