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Nelson Mandela’s Archives Now Available Online
South African president Nelson Mandela’s life and fight for equality has been preserved online thanks to an extensive project.
With a Black President, Race Talk Is Harder
Reniqua Allen muses about the difficulties discussing race when even the president’s Black child faces racism.
Milwaukee Public Schools are not full of thugs–Facebook campaign by students
A social media campaign by students at Milwaukee Public Schools aims to dispel racist stereotypes about being Black.
The Lingering Legacy of Lynching and Trayvon Martin
Filmmaker Jackie Olive is among those who see Trayvon Martin’s murder for what it is: a modern lynching because of his race.
Public Schools Constrain Blacks, Author Says
Lisa Delpit’s latest book, “Multiplication Is for White People”: Raising Expectations for Other People’s Children, is another installment in the author’s crusade to expose the systemic issues with America’s public education system, and their effects on a growing achievement gap between whites and minorities.
Life and Style Skin tone, adoption and black children: Is colorism an issue?
When it comes to adoption, children of color wit lighter skin fare better than their peers with darker skin,
Stereotypes Hurt Black-Teen Programs
A study from the Wharton School outlines the impact of racism on Black teens and potential solutions to improve the problem.
Trayvon Martin, My Son, And The Black Male Code
Jesse Washington explains the conversation he had with his son after hearing a radio story about Trayvon Martin’s murder.
Happy Birthday, Aretha Franklin, Lisa Gay Hamilton, Tony Cade Bambara, and Debi Thomas!
Celebrate March 25th, a day when these talented and fierce Black women were born.
Tonight: Premiere of Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. on PBS
Newark Mayor Cory Booker has joined the ranks of notable Black Americans to investigate their ancestors on PBS’ Finding Your Roots.
Today We Celebrate the Life of Dorothy Height, National Leader in the Struggle for Justice
March 24th marks the birthday of trailblazing activist and president of the National Council of Negro Women for four decades.
How to Talk to Young Black Boys about Trayvon Martin
In the aftermath of Travyon Martin’s murder, many parents of Black boys must grapple with the fears that their sons might be next.
Florida’s Disastrous Self-Defense Law
A former former Miami police chief, Philadelphia police commissioner and NY deputy police commissioner sounds off on stand-your-ground laws.
Deryl Dedmon Pleads Guilty In Mississippi Hate Crime Hit-And-Run Of James Craig Anderson
The Mississippi teen admits he sought out a Black man to hit with his car, leading to the death of James Craig Anderson.
Teacher sues CPS after suspension for slur during ‘teachable moment’
One Illinois teacher who was disciplined after using the N-word claims that the punishment ignores the context.
Slavery Homework Problem: Another Georgia Elementary School Under Fire For Math Problem Referencing Slaves (VIDEO)
Multiple instances of teachers trivializing slavery by using it as an example in homework have recently surfaced.
The Bullet Next Time: An Open Letter to My Unborn Son
Black parents like Ajani Husbands understand the world their Black children, especially sons, will be born into.
Deaf Student ‘Speechless’ After Obama Responds To Him In Sign Language
President Obama surprised several events attendees when he responded to their messages in American Sign Language (ASL).
Racism Is the Problem Here
In a world where Black Americans, and especially Black men, are seen as violent, stand-your-ground laws do not protect everyone equally.