Black Women

‘Hidden Figures’ to Now: Remembering the Black Women Pioneers of NASA

When Hidden Figures came out in 2016, it was a global success. The film grossed…

A Disproportionate Number of Black Women Are Kinless

Speaking with a dear friend of mine recently, we both expressed our thoughts about getting…

5 Lesser-Known Facts about Zora Neale Hurston That More People Should Know

While Zora Neale Hurston might not be the most well-known figure in the American literary…

Comparing ‘The Color Purple’ 1985 to 2023

In December 2023, The Color Purple celebrated 36 years of changing the landscape of Black…

How the Suicide of a Missouri University Administrator Spotlights Black Women’s Mental Health in Academia

I’ve been struggling to wrap my head around the tragic loss of a Black woman,…

A Second Look at the Resignation of Harvard’s First Black President

If you’re like me, you probably consume most of your news via social media. While…

When Will Hollywood Pay Black Actresses What They Deserve?

“I haven’t seen a pay raise in my income since Proud Mary,” Taraji P. Henson…

Black Women at the Intersection of Reproductive Rights and Climate Justice

Since 2021, the United States has experienced its worst years for maternal mortality. According to…

Why Beauty Is Killing Black Women

I sometimes look at old pictures of my mother, as she came of age in…

Here’s the Story of ‘Richest Colored Girl in the World’ Sarah Rector

Can you imagine gaining wealth at 11 years old? It’s hard to fathom what your…