Students across the country are disappointed with the election of former President Donald Trump, but remain hopeful for a better future and are fighting for a more inclusive society.
Tag: Education
Posted inWord In Black
Racist Texts Surge Post-Election Against Black Students
by Quintessa Williams This article was originally shared on Word In Black. Just hours after President-elect Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidency last week, dozens of […]
Posted inHomepage
Let’s Get Ready to Rumble… On Trump and Education
Donald Trump’s potential policies could have a negative impact on the educational equity of Black and Brown students, as he has promised to dismantle the Department of Education and cut funding to K-12 schools and Pell Grants, which would disproportionately affect students of color.
Posted inHealth
Have a smoke-free Thanksgiving: The dangers of cigar smoking
Smoking cigars can lead to serious health risks, including lung cancer, heart disease, and dental problems, and secondhand smoke can also cause long-term health issues for family members, so it is important to prioritize health and safety during holiday gatherings.
Posted inWord In Black
Trump’s Coming for Our Schools. Educators Are Ready to Fight
by Aziah Siid In the aftermath of Donald Trump’s victory, many educators are among those worried about the future of the Black children they teach and protect. And many educators who […]
Posted inCulture
Dallas ‘Maverick’ Jess Garland is Reborn with New Single & Aurora Film Debut Second Single “I Tried (Live Again)”
Jess Garland’s second single “I Tried (Live Again)” is a testament to her transformational journey from a challenging time in her life to becoming a self-employed artist, and she is also a winner of the “Maverick, Can Do Spirit” Award in Arts and Entertainment.
Posted inFinance
Chase Bank & On the Road Lending: serving communities with empowerment
JPMorgan Chase & Co., commonly known as Chase Bank, has a longstanding reputation for innovation in financial services and direct community impact. On Thursday October 10th, JPMorgan hosted a community […]
Posted inChan Zuckerberg Initiative
The downfall of School Lunches: Is there any real hope for progress?
In 2022 DW talked about Dallas Independent School District (DISD) students receiving moldy food, repeatedly in their lunches. Let’s take a look of what has changed for students in public […]
Posted inHealth
Half of Black Gay Men Will be Diagnosed With HIV, Despite Preventive Treatments. Why?
Black gay and bisexual men in Iowa face significant barriers to accessing PrEP, including mistrust, stigma, discrimination, inadequate medical insurance, lack of knowledge, and fear of side effects, but public health awareness and education, culturally sensitive educational programs, and free access to PrEP could help address these issues.
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Dallas Weekly’s Day of Civics: A Morning with Maryland Governor Wes Moore and an Afternoon at Civilized Fest
The Dallas Weekly team attended two civic engagement events, including a Q&A session with Maryland Governor Wes Moore at Paul Quinn College and a roundtable discussion at the Civilized Festival, while the Dallas College Police Department faced criticism for excessive security measures at the latter event.
