Why Kamala Harris’ Rise Is So Remarkable
As the sexist and racist attacks against Kamala Harris pile on, there’s one line of criticism that is particularly ripe…
Lessons From Your Favorite African American Black TV Moms – Mother's Day
http://www.ShadesGifts.com) Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special tribute honoring your favorite Black TV Sitcom Moms. Who’s YOUR favorite? Brought to…
Black Women With Natural Hairstyles Less Likely To Get Job Interviews, Study Reveals
Black women with natural hairstyles, such as Afros, braids or twists, are often perceived as less professional than Black women…
How 2 Pandemics Made Way For A Reckoning In Black Media
COVID-19 was a “foundational shift” for Brooklyn-based freelance journalist Antoinette Isama. On June 13, Isama wrote about the Tribute to…
The Memeification Of Breonna Taylor’s Death
“Anyway, arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor.” This has become a common refrain, repeated across social media in tweets,…
Don’t Use Domestic Violence Victims To Derail Police Reform
As activists demonstrate across the country to protest racism and police brutality, the call to “defund the police” has crystallized…
For Black Women, There’s Nothing To Celebrate In The Unemployment Numbers
President Donald Trump was quick to celebrate a surprise fall in the unemployment rate on Friday morning, practically exploding with…
The Cops Who Killed Breonna Taylor Are Still Free
“I don’t know what is happening. Somebody kicked in the door and shot my girlfriend.” That’s part of the audio…
‘On The Record’ Amplifies The Voices And Power Of Black Rape Survivors
There are a series of scenes in the documentary “On The Record” that are nearly impossible to shake. In one,…
Ida B. Wells Awarded Posthumous Pulitzer Prize For Lynching Investigations
The 2020 Pulitzer Prizes, announced on Monday, included one very important posthumous winner: Ida B. Wells, a Black woman who…
The Economic Devastation Of COVID-19 Is Hitting Women Particularly Hard
The Great Recession was, somewhat famously, a “mancession.” Men faced higher unemployment rates because they were more likely to work…
Susan Rice Says Trump ‘Can’t Stomach Strong Black Women’
Former national security adviser Susan Rice called out President Donald Trump for his recent confrontation with “PBS NewsHour” White House…
Brand Targeted With Racist Reviews Over Ad Empowering Black Women
Feminine care brand The Honey Pot was targeted by racist reviews after sharing an inspiring message for young Black women…
‘Miss Juneteenth’ And The Power Of The Black Beauty Pageant
To hear Hollywood and mainstream media tell it, beauty pageants have always been a white women’s game. For decades, white…
Kamala Harris: With All-White Debate, Everyone Is ‘Accountable’ On Black Maternal Health
SAN FRANCISCO — Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) said Tuesday ahead of a roundtable on Black maternal health that it is…
A Letter To Black Trans Women About Embracing Our Natural Hair
It is no secret that Black women are the champions of rocking protective hairstyles. Black women are wizards of wig-ology…
How These Black Women Overcame Health-Related Hair Loss
Above: ChaKara Gunn, 30, at Marquette Park in Gary, Indiana, on Jan. 26. When ChaKara Gunn was diagnosed with Stage…
GOP Governor Candidate: Planned Parenthood Aims To ‘Destroy The Entire Black Race’
This idea has embedded itself within some Black communities across the country, but only a few major political candidates have…
The Complicated Significance Of Tyler Perry
In early October, Tyler Perry made Hollywood yield the floor to Atlanta for the night. The world watched as Tyler…
The Real Women Of ‘Hidden Figures’ To Be Awarded Congressional Gold Medals
The four Black women depicted in the 2016 film “Hidden Figures” will receive Congressional Gold Medals for their important contributions…
Gina Rodriguez’s Thoughtless Use Of A Racial Slur Put Her Blatant Anti-Blackness On Display
Actor Gina Rodriguez is no stranger to being taken to task for her anti-Black remarks. In an Instagram Story video…
California Takes New Steps To Stop Black Women From Dying In Childbirth
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill Monday aiming to address the issue of Black women dying in childbirth at…
Essence Honors History-Making Black Women: Miss USA, Miss Teen USA And Miss America
Essence featured three Black women on its digital cover after they made history this year by becoming Miss USA, Miss…
Let’s Talk About The Black Women In ‘Joker’
Disclaimer: This piece contains spoilers for “Joker.” “Joker” is an ugly film. That isn’t a judgment call: There are plenty…
Twitter Users Criticize Bette Midler For Calling On Beyoncé Fans To Defeat Trump
Bette Midler called on Beyoncé’s dedicated fans, known as the Beyhive, to mobilize and defeat President Donald Trump in the…
Angela Bassett’s Speech On The Power Of Purpose At Black Girls Rock Is A Must-Watch
Angela Bassett is nothing short of an icon. And on Aug. 25, she was given the highest honor at the…
‘Don’t Let Go,’ ‘Fast Color’ And The Urgency Of Black Women’s Survival
As long as you’re alive, you can change things. That’s what Uncle Jack (David Oyelowo) insists to his niece Ashley…
The Wage Gap Costs Black Women Nearly $1 Million In Their Lifetimes
Aug. 22 is Black Women’s Equal Pay Day. It marks the point when Black women’s income finally caught up to…
‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’ Is A Comedy Like None Other
There are moments in “A Black Lady Sketch Show” that feel truly surreal, not only in their humor — though…
Twitter Users Are Loving Blue Ivy’s Vocals On Beyoncé’s New Song ‘Brown Skin Girl’
Beyoncé released her anticipated “Lion King”-inspired album, a project she described as a “love letter to Africa,” on Friday. Her…
Washington D.C. Renames Street Outside NASA Headquarters ‘Hidden Figures Way’
Officials in Washington renamed the street outside NASA’s headquarters after the three trailblazing black women who played an integral role…
Record Number Of Black Women To Graduate West Point Military Academy
Black women are set to make military history on Saturday, as the West Point military academy graduates its class of…
Black Women Are 3 Times As Likely To Die In Childbirth, And Kamala Harris Has A Plan
The only place Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) has time to read anything that isn’t one of her briefing books is…
Black Girls Detail Harsh Consequences Of Being Seen As Older Than White Peers
A new report details the negative consequences suffered by black women and girls when people perceive them as older than…
Former Lawyer Becomes First Black Female Episcopal Bishop In The South
The Episcopal Church has ordained an African American woman to serve as a bishop in the South for the very…
Dietitians Wendy Lopez And Jessica Jones Are Making Health And Wellness Accessible
Preserving cultural ties to food while making it a bit healthier is paramount for registered dietitians Jessica Jones and Wendy…
Mirna Valerio Brings Her Community Along With Her On The Trail
Ultramarathon runner Mirna Valerio understands that she is seen ― that someone may identify her as their source of inspiration…
Elizabeth Colomba Is Painting The Black Body In A Different Way
Elizabeth Colomba has a simple mission: to create detailed, thoughtful Western history paintings with black women as the main characters.…
Latoya Snell Embodies The Power Of Being Present
Veteran runner Latoya Snell has a deep understanding of other people’s biases. She knows that her presence in marathons across…
The Disrespect Of Floating Stacey Abrams As Joe Biden’s Running Mate
Stacey Abrams has yet to make a decision about whether to run for president in 2020. Technically, Joe Biden is…
Jada Pinkett Smith Wins Praise For Highlighting How Black Women Are Targeted
Jada Pinkett Smith is getting praise from social media users for her display of empathy and sisterhood to Jordyn Woods,…
We Built This: Arlan Hamilton Is Investing In Diverse Companies By Any Means Necessary
Arlan Hamilton doesn’t have time for the petty boys club games Silicon Valley likes to play. She’s here to shake…
We Built This: Lindsey Day Is Showcasing The Expansiveness Of Black Women’s Beauty
Lindsey Day is giving black women the royal treatment they deserve with her magazine, CRWN. Too often black women have…
Gina Rodriguez Breaks Silence On ‘Anti-Black’ Controversy: ‘The Backlash Was Devastating’
Gina Rodriguez could barely keep it together on the radio show “Sway in the Morning” on Tuesday when addressing comments…
Black Women Break Barriers In Mississippi With Historic Court Wins
Black women scored noteworthy victories this week in runoff elections for one Mississippi county’s circuit court. Their wins felt especially…
Beyoncé Is What Happens When You Give Black People A Space To Do What We Do: See One Another
When Beyoncé moves, mountains follow. Her impact has never been subtle. Even when Beyoncé covered the 2015 September issue of…
Omarosa And Her Trail Of Receipts
I don’t think I’ve ever met a black woman who didn’t keep everything. My great-grandmother’s tendency to hold on to…
Women’s March Asks Men To Call Out Trump After Latest Attack On Black Women
Organizers for the Women’s March issued a call to action in response to President Donald Trump calling former aide Omarosa…
HIV Among African American Women
Dr. Donna Hubbard McCree of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention talks about an encouraging decrease in new HIV…
This Psychologist Is Changing The Face Of Therapy For Black Women
Slowly but surely, mental health has moved from the sidelines to the center of our national conversation around well-being. But…
What Does It Mean To Be An African American Woman Who Loves Hip Hop?
Exploring the hip hop community through the lens of an African American woman. source
#APeoplesJourney: African American Women and the Struggle for Equality
African American women have always been part of the African American struggle for full equality. Learn how early freedom fighters…
The US medical system is still haunted by slavery
Black women’s history matters in medicine. Read ProPublica’s feature piece on how the US is the most dangerous industrialized country…
Health Prevention Tips: African American Women
Be proactive and learn how to prevent heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Chanelle Washington, R. N. , B.S.N., M.B.A. Radiant…
Halsey Calls Out Hotels For Having Only ‘White People Shampoo’
Halsey has had enough of hotels catering to only one part of their customer base. The 23-year-old singer, whose real…
Jon Moody: Drake, Painting Race Issues Among Black Men & Women, Famous Art For The White House
Jon Moody Talks Painting Race Issues Among Black Men & Women, Famous Art For The White House, Advice to Artists…
Study: Black Women Engineers Lack Role Models and Experience Increased Bias In the Workplace
For decades, the need to diversify the engineering profession—in gender and race—has long been emphasized and even as resources pour…
Street art illustrate the lives of inspiring black women in London
A British street artist, known as “Dreph,” is painting huge murals of strong black women around London. Dreph hopes the…