We often hear of gentrification occurring in black neighborhoods, however there’s a new type of gentrification that is threatening these communities. Climate gentrification may be the latest threat to historically black neighborhoods in South Florida. (This video was made with support from Participant Media) Source The Root Facebook Continue reading
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Behind the business: My Girl Squad
Founder of #MyGirlSquad, Lungiswa Moore, recently gave a TalkXTalk in Detroit. In it she was dispelling the narrative that women of color cannot get along! And asserting positive images that speak abundance and beauty in women of color. Take a look here and let us know how you feel about the current black girl narrative. … Continue reading
A Valedictorian’s Speech to an HBCU College Graduating Class
Congratulations! Once again we’ve managed to get through the tough years of education and impossible teachers. The caps and gowns worn through our preschool, elementary, middle and high school graduations has served their true purpose for getting us ready for the next years of learning. The purpose this time—to get us prepared for reality. HBCU’s … Continue reading