Ava DuVernay: “A Girl from Compton Who Got to Make a Disney Movie”

What does Jay-Z's music video Family Feud, OWN's Queen Sugar, Selma, the 13th Documentary, and A Winkle in Time all have in common? All these visuals were produced and/or directed by the Compton native, Ava DuVernay. Before we talk about A Winkle in Time, lets talk about the oh so fabulous Ms. Ava DuVernay! At the 2012…

ByKrystal WilliamsApril 7, 20180Comments

Officers Responsible For The Killing Of Alton Sterling Will Not Be Prosecuted

On July 5th of 2016, Alton Sterling, a 37-year-old Black American was shot several times at close range by two White Baton Rouge Police Department officers in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. His death resulted in an uproar within communities in America. Years later, the two officers (Blane Salamoni, Howie Lake II), responsible for his death are…

ByChildish KiddApril 3, 20180Comments

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Six Black Travelers You Should be Following Right Now ?️

It’s no stretch to say that the current state of global politics and our reality, especially as people of color, is one filled with tension. A good way to remove yourself from the stress and tension of your life is to travel. Below are six of our favorite black travelers from Instagram. Their posts will…

ByNyankaApril 3, 20180Comments

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A Voice for Many: Young Naomi Wadler’s Speech for Black Female Victims of Gun Violence

On Saturday, March 24th Naomi Wadler spoke at the "March For Our Lives" rally telling the country that black women are ignored victims of gun violence. Naomi has been more than vocal in her activism against gun violence. On March 24th she helped organize a walkout against gun violence at her school George Mason Elementary…

ByNyankaApril 1, 20180Comments

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Diddy and Jay Z Are Working On An App That’ll Help You Locate Black-Owned Businesses Near You

Diddy and Jay Z are taking Black Excellence to a newer plight. Diddy announced during his interview with GQ Cover that he and Hov have teamed up to create an app that will help people locate Black-owned businesses. If you are oblivious to whom Diddy and Jay Z are, let me fill you in. Diddy…

ByChildish KiddMarch 28, 20180Comments

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The First Black Vegan Festival Comes to New York, “Black VegFest”

In August, the world’s first ever Black Veganfest will be coming to New York on August 11th, the event is being spearheaded by Grassroots Artists MovEment (G.A.M.E). Black VegFest G.A.M.E is a not-for-profit organization that is responsible for ensuring that Black Vegfest addresses socioeconomic and political issues of the Black and Latino community. The objective is to approach…

ByNiaomi BlueMarch 28, 20180Comments

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Sacred Saturdays: 5 Tips To Increase Your Audience For Your Blog

So you’ve been writing for some time now and you still haven't seen any progress or a growth within your audience. Your analytics aren't increasing and you are not sure what to do anymore. You are beginning to feel discouraged because think you're doing everything right, but things just aren't changing for you. Have no fear,…

BySincerely DaneishaMarch 24, 20180Comments

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A Brooklyn Museum Will Be Dedicating Exhibit to Tiffany “New York” Pollard

A Brooklyn Museum that hails by the name THNK 1994, will be dedicating an exhibit to Tiffany "New York" Pollard. The wait has been long enough! The most exciting thing about this has to be the fact that Tiffany is still standing on her two feet. It's a joy to know that she will be able…

ByBianca PaulinoMarch 22, 20180Comments

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Cafe con Libros: Brooklyn’s Newest Feminist Bookstore & Eatery

Brooklyn, New York. Brooklyn, New York. Home of musical icon legends such as Biggie Smalls, and Jay-Z, and filled with the history of Fort Greene Park and the Hoyt & Schermerhorn train station. It’s no secret that Brooklyn is known for producing history, and Crown Heights just added the new addition. Cafe owner Kalima Desuze…

ByNaosha GreggMarch 21, 20180Comments

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Social Media’s Hidden Gem: Curry St. Shots

“This is how Jaelin McGull got to Curry St. Shots in less than a year..." Jaelin asked his mother for a camera and received one for Christmas 2016. He took the camera out for NYE 2017 and got inspired. Forced to take 33 college credits in one semester, he became overwhelmed. Using photography as an…

ByKrystal WilliamsMarch 17, 20180Comments

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Why Society Should Stop Telling Music/Art Students They Won’t Make Any Money

There has always been a frigid stigma for anyone who wants to study the Fine Arts. Why is it that some people believe art is not as important as anything else? That is the first question we must dissect and oppose. COURTESY: SEATTLE ART FAIR People often downplay the importance of artistic expression. It is apparently, not as important…

ByBianca PaulinoMarch 12, 20180Comments

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Compton Mayor Aja Brown to Run for Congress Against Stacey Dash

Compton Mayor Aja Brown recently announced that she will be running for a U.S. Congress seat. Once the youngest mayor of Compton, Brown has decided to run to represent California’s 44th Congressional District which covers Compton, Watts, San Pedro and North Long Beach. “I have given my all to serve my community and now I’ve answered the call…

BySheri-kae McLeodMarch 10, 20180Comments

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Ava DuVernay: “A Girl from Compton Who Got to Make a Disney Movie”

Six Black Travelers You Should be Following Right Now ?️

A Voice for Many: Young Naomi Wadler’s Speech for Black Female Victims of Gun Violence

Diddy and Jay Z Are Working On An App That’ll Help You Locate Black-Owned Businesses Near You

The First Black Vegan Festival Comes to New York, “Black VegFest”

Sacred Saturdays: 5 Tips To Increase Your Audience For Your Blog

A Brooklyn Museum Will Be Dedicating Exhibit to Tiffany “New York” Pollard

Cafe con Libros: Brooklyn’s Newest Feminist Bookstore & Eatery

Social Media’s Hidden Gem: Curry St. Shots

Why Society Should Stop Telling Music/Art Students They Won’t Make Any Money

Compton Mayor Aja Brown to Run for Congress Against Stacey Dash

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