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Category Archives: Culture
Ada Blackjack’s Remarkable Story
Ada Blackjack (May 10, 1898 – 1983) was an Inuit woman who lived for two years as a castaway on uninhabited Wrangel Island in northern Siberia. Ada needed money for her son, so she joined a team of explorers—and ultimately became a hero. Source Timeline Facebook Continue reading
If You’re a Curly Girl, This Book is Dedicated to You
“Wash Day” is a cute and funny children’s book that teaches young girls valuable lessons about washing and loving their hair one curl at a time. Every mother knows how painstakingly difficult it is to wash, condition, de-tangle, dry and style their daughter’s hair without hearing whining and complaining. We dedicate this book to all … Continue reading
Why are Black People Being Bullied for Attending Historically White Universities?
Cambridge student Courtney Boateng was trolled after she posted a YouTube video encouraging others like her to apply to Cambridge. Source Channel4 Continue reading
Women You Should Know: Surya Bonaly
Do you know who is the best figure skaters of all-time? Chances are you don’t. Her name is Surya Bonaly, one of the best figure skaters of all-time. She was the Serena Williams of figure skating — and they never gave her credit! Source Unstripped voice Continue reading
#WCW artist Harmonia Rosales
Afro Cuban artist Harmonia Rosales is giving us life with her artwork and so she is today’s #WCW. She is recreating classical art with black women. Watch the video here: Sourced from Facebook Continue reading
The Namibian Genocide
Namibian genocide is one of the most disturbing facts of history. Namibia suffered the first genocide of the 20th Century. Now descendants of those persecuted are seeking reparations Source BBC Africa Continue reading
India’s Supreme Court Rules Sex With Child Brides Is Rape
India has the highest number of child brides in the world. It is estimated that 47% of girls in India are married before their 18th birthday. The rates of child marriage vary between states and are as high as 69% and 65% in Bihar and Rajasthan. While fewer Indian girls are marrying before the age of … Continue reading
#WCW : 10 Black Female Superheroes
We love superheroes. We love them even more when they are black. Watch this video to find out about some hidden gems in the Comic World Sourced from Youtube Continue reading
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Black Children During Slavery
We should always remember the past. Sourced from Youtube Continue reading
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