Recently I sat down with the young adults who make up the Yani Collective. They gathered on a Sunday afternoon at my house for an interview for this piece, which lasted four hours. Marc Supreme, Greg Wilson, Chanel Hargrave-Murry, Taryn Bradley, and Lexii Loushel are Yani Collective. The founder, Marc Supreme, chose the name because … Continue reading The Struggle Continues… By Sherry Cannon “We’re Going to Be Alright”

Five years ago, my second-grade girls dressed up like shero Ida B. Wells-Barnett, and reenacted scenes from their books about her life. While some parents complained and a few colleagues wondered why I would teach about this deceased Illinois newspaper icon during Women's Month, I had a gut feeling about the importance of this Chicago woman and her … Continue reading Barbie Honors Newspaper Shero By Cassiette West-Williams

Raised by his grandmother in the deep South, becoming a fashion writer was something unheard of for a young, Black boy in Durham, North Carolina. His journey through the fashion and entertainment world astonished the public and followers internationally. Andre Leon Talley, 73, died suddenly on January 18th, with selected audiences, expressing their pain from … Continue reading Andre Leon Talley was Celebrated Internationally By Cassiette West-Williams

I am always looking for opportunities to enrich a child’s life. Movies and books are simple ways to combine family time with learning opportunities! This is the best of both worlds. I am suggesting several movies and books featuring African-Americans to enjoy during the month of February. Movies that you can relish with your children … Continue reading February: Black History Month By Dr. Latasha Schraeder

The recent events surrounding former Miami Dolphin head coach Brian Flores have brought into question the NFL’s sincerity in addressing the topic of diversity. Flores was released from the Dolphins shortly after the season ended and posting another won/lost record above .500. What has since resulted according to Brian, is blatant racism in team hiring … Continue reading Brian Flores: Unmasking The Face Of Racism In The NFL By Mark Hollis

During February, many people view it as a romantic month. But did you know February is also the month of National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month (TDVAM)? During teenage years, many young people begin forming relationships, and may not always understand how to properly identify negative interactions such as stalking or possessive actions … Continue reading Prevent Teen Dating Violence By Katherine Young

Climbing the corporate ladder can be difficult when there are obstacles that tend to hinder your progress continuously. The "glass ceiling" is a metaphorical barrier that prevents someone, especially women, from advancing in a workplace due to biases against women or minorities. This invisible barrier causes some organizations to limit qualified women for hiring or … Continue reading The Glass Ceiling Versus the Will Power Ceiling By Robin Carter