Posts by Nicole Martinez
How ex-Confederates spread racist attitudes far and wide after the Civil War
The National Bureau of Economic Research has traced the impact of former Confederates migrating from the south and brining racism with them.
Read MoreTori Bowie’s death shows how pervasive racial disparities are in maternal health
Health disparities are especially concerning for pregnant Black women, and success and money aren’t an effective buffer.
Read MoreLarge-scale study will culminate in the Oxford Dictionary of African American English, a dream come true for historian Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Oxford University Press will build on the idea of Henry Louis Gates Jr. with their upcoming African American dictionary.
Read MoreBlack Birders Reach New Heights During 4th Annual Black Birders Week
For four years, this annual event has recognized Black bird watchers who might otherwise be ignored or mistreated while enjoying their hobby.
Read MoreWhy Some Companies Are Saying ‘Diversity and Belonging’ Instead of ‘Diversity and Inclusion’
One consulting agency is among the organizations aiming to make everyone feel welcome in the workplace rather than fostering division.
Read MoreMedicalized Birth and the Attack on Black Motherhood
One midwife organization is taking on the medical industry to bring their services back to the Black mothers who need them.
Read MoreBlack and Hispanic people in Chicago exposed to gun violence at ‘significantly and persistently higher rate,’ report says
A recent study supports previous findings that Black and Hispanic Americans are more likely to experience gun violence than other Americans.
Read MoreGrace Bumbry, 1st Black singer at Bayreuth, dies at 86
Distinguished mezzo-soprano opera singer Grace Bumbry has passed after her health deteriorated in recent weeks.
Read MoreFort Lee, named for a Confederate general, will be renamed to honor Black Army pioneers
After 100 years, one Virginia army base will be renamed Fort Gregg-Adams instead of Fort Lee after a Confederate general.
Read MoreReduce, reuse, Rebundle — the hair company combining sustainability and beauty
Rebundle offers an environmentally-conscientious offer to Black consumers looking for beautiful synthetic hair.
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