As great as Naomi Osaka is as an athlete, it’s her efforts as a humanitarian that continue to write her legacy. Sporting News takes a look at the incredible run of Osaka both on and off the court as her greatest statement as an athlete goes beyond her Grand Slam titles. At just 23, the […]
Jax James joined TikTok at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, and the 18-year-old has been using her platform to inform and educate the masses ever since. During an interview with Blavity, James shared that although she didn’t foresee her profile accumulating nearly three million followers, she’s thankful to have such a […]
Get to know the story of Sojourner Truth, a woman born into slavery who became known as a powerful orator and outspoken activist. — Isabella Baumfree was born into slavery in late 18th century New York. Fleeing bondage with her youngest daughter, she renamed herself Sojourner Truth and embarked on a legendary speaking tour. She […]
Congressional Democratic candidate Max Rose talks with Jarrett Murphy of City Limits about whether or not the 11th District Seat is truly in play for the party. @jarrettmurphy maxroseforcongress.com @MaxRose4NY Watch this segment: https://youtu.be/QDJ61xzY7WA?t=351 Clarence Reynolds, director of The Center for Black Literature, and author/poet Keisha-Gaye Anderson tell us about the upcoming National Black Writers […]
April 4, 2018 is the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In remembering his legacy, it’s important to remember his message was rooted in his Christian faith. Rev. Leslie Copeland-Tune, the director of Ecumenical Advocacy Days for Global Peace with Justice and the assistant director of justice and advocacy […]
Black men make up just 2% of US teachers- nationwide. Research shows a diverse teacher corps that better reflect the makeup and experiences of the student body can support significant academic and social gains among, not only students of color but students of all backgrounds. The Fellowship: Black Male Educators for Social Justice is committed […]
Visit http://TED.com to get our entire library of TED Talks, transcripts, translations, personalized talk recommendations and more. Sue Klebold is the mother of Dylan Klebold, one of the two shooters who committed the Columbine High School massacre, murdering 12 students and a teacher. She’s spent years excavating every detail of her family life, trying to […]
Never miss a talk! SUBSCRIBE to the TEDx channel: http://bit.ly/1FAg8hB Just before his passing on January 10, 2014, Sam Berns was a Junior at Foxboro High School in Foxboro, Massachusetts, where he achieved highest honors and was a percussion section leader in the high school marching band. He also achieved the rank of Eagle Scout […]
Black History should not just be important to Black people but should be important to all peoples for a fuller understanding of the relationship between black & white people socially and politically. Yes, Black History Matters and Black Lives Matter is only the beginning of a process. Don John is a film maker, author & […]
Welcome to a selection of Ruby Bridges quotes in observance of Black History Month 2021. Ruby Bridges is an American activist who became a symbol of the civil rights movement. At age six, Ruby was the first African-American child to desegregate the all-white William Frantz Elementary School in Louisiana on 14th November 1960. ➡️ Ruby […]