Glamour Magazine Honors LaTosha Brown, Helen Butler & Nsé Ufot
Three Black women leading the charge for a new Democratic South through voter registration, grassroots organizing, and speaking truth to power are named 2021 Glamour Women of the Year.
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Former Facebook Auditor Says Whistleblower’s Claims Have ‘Revived’ Civil Rights Concerns
A civil rights expert who delivered a scathing indictment of Facebook’s record last year is concerned about how the tech giant is addressing hate speech and other harms.
Why Don’t Black Breast Cancer Patients Participate in Clinical Trials
In 2020, Ciitizen convened a group to ask--if breast cancer disproportionately affects Black women, why aren't more Black women participating in clinical trials?
Black D.C. Policewomen Sue City for Discrimination
Ten current and former Black female D.C. police officers filed a lawsuit alleging “repeated, coordinated and relentless retaliation” against Black female officers.
EMILY’s List Names Laphonza Butler President
Butler, a leader in Democratic politics, campaign strategy, and the labor movement for two decades, has dedicated her life to helping women find their voice.
Where Are the Older Black Women Guests on Cable News Shows?
Unerased creator Gwen McKinney takes on the blatant lack of representation of Black women over 55 on primetime cable news.
Unerased Remembers Julia Nixon
Unerased honors the life and legacy of songstress, poet and playwright Julia Nixon – a woman whose art will live in the hearts of many.
A Needed Podcast Emphasizing Black Maternal Health
The podcast series creators speak to parents and experts about issues impacting Black mothers, like maternal death, antiracist health care and mental health.
The Light of Truth Ida B. Wells Monument
Chicago's Ida B. Wells monument, unveiled in June, stands as a permanent reminder of her genius, prominence and relevance to freedom fighters of today.
1619 Savant to join Howard as Inaugural Knight Chair
Nikole Hannah-Jones chose Howard University, supporting a flourishing Black institution where her talents are celebrated, not erased. We feature her statement on that decision.