181 Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes — Beyond His Dream
There’s no denying that the image of Dr. King has been distorted over time to make his bold, radical message more “palatable.” But by reading his actual words, we can reconnect with his true message.
Read MoreMeet the Woman Infiltrating Book Deserts With Vending Machines & Mobile Libraries
A self-proclaimed "radical street librarian" is addressing book deserts by providing free books to areas in Baltimore with limited access.
Read MoreThis Crafty Black-Owned Business Is Making the Holidays More Inclusive
Madia Willis, Jasmine Hudson and J’Aaron Merchant teamed up with a dream of making holiday decorations more inclusive. Today, they sell products across the U.S.
Read MoreMeet 10 Black Suffragists Who Fought for the Vote Before — and Long After — the 19th Amendment
We sifted through news articles, historical documents, and critical analyses of the U.S. to commemorate the legacies of a small fraction of Black suffragists often omitted from the women's suffrage movement narrative.
Read MoreA social justice-focused alternative to Girl Scouts is gaining popularity
“Radical Monarchs,” an emerging organization for Black and Brown youth aged 8 to 11, is gaining recognition as a progressive alternative to the long-established Girl Scouts of the USA.
Read MoreIn an Act of Solidarity, Chicago-Area Rabbis Attend Funeral of Boy Killed in Anti-Muslim Hate Crime
“The murder of a six year old because of his faith and identity is not complicated. It is a heinous crime. And that’s why we went today.”
Read MoreAva DuVernay Wants Every American 16-Year-Old To See Her New Film for Free
The new film, which will be released in December 2023, is DuVernay’s adaption of a bestselling non-fiction book.
Read More77 Best John Lewis Quotes To Inspire Good Trouble
Known for his unwavering commitment to nonviolence and belief in the power of “good trouble,” Lewis inspired countless individuals to take a stand against oppression and actively shape a more just society.
Read MoreBlack Men with Gardens: This Blooming Instagram Movement is Changing How the World Sees Black Men
A blend of green thumbs and powerful narratives, @blackmenwithgardens on Instagram provides a heartfelt look at Black men’s affinity for gardening and their broader stories.
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