Actively Black Turned NYFW Into Living History
New York Fashion Week has its spectacles, but on Saturday night, Actively Black made it a ceremony. After a two-year hiatus, founder Lanny Smith returned to the runway with a declaration,“This is not a fashion show,” and rewove legacy into every look. The brand streamed the moment live on Spill, the Black-owned social platform, because […]
Why Museums Matter — Especially Ours
A love letter. A flag. And a reminder. When people think of museums, they often think of old paintings or quiet exhibits behind glass. But for us, museums are something different. They’re not just places that store history — they protect it. And in a time when the truth is constantly being challenged, that protection […]
The Power of Affirming A Black Child
Before the spotlight.Before the titles, trophies, and timelines…There was a child. A backpack. A nervous smile.And someone who believed in them. We often celebrate greatness once it’s undeniable.But what happens before that?Who shows up in the beginning — when all someone has is potential and a dream? At BOTWC, we believe those early moments matter […]
Meet the First Woman President Of California State University, LA
For the first time in its 76-year history, California State University, LA is led by a woman. A Black woman to be exact and her name is Dr. Berenecea Johnson Eanes. In a ceremony filled with pride and purpose, Eanes was formally celebrated by students, staff, and civic leaders as a visionary who brings both […]
Vivian Ayers Allen, Renowned Poet, Cultural Activist, and Matriarch, Has Joined the Ancestors
It is with deep sadness that Vivian Ayers Allen, the beloved mother of Debbie Allen and Phylicia Rashad, has joined the ancestors. She was 102 years old. According to BET, Debbie Allen announced the news on Instagram with a touching tribute: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Debbie Allen (@therealdebbieallen) Born in […]
Wendell Pierce Secures $10M to Support Legacy Theatres of Color in NYC
Tony Award-winning actor Wendell Pierce has secured a $10 million investment for the “Legacy Theatres of Color,” an initiative designed to strengthen historically Black theatre institutions and amplify their cultural impact. The project is led by the New York Coalition of Legacy Theatres of Color Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization partnering with Caesars Palace Times Square.
Meet Justice Kyra Harris Bolden, the First Black Woman to Serve on the Michigan’s Supreme Court
Michigan’s highest court includes a trailblazer: Justice Kyra Harris Bolden, the first Black woman to serve on the state’s Supreme Court. Appointed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer and sworn in on January 1, 2023, her presence reflects a judiciary that looks more like the people it serves.
Dad Shares Heartwarming Moment Sending Daughter off to First Day of School
That first day send-off will get you! In a video shared to social media, this father, DeMarcus Tate @_corez_, captured the emotional moment of sending his daughter off for her first day of kindergarten. Watching her settle in after making friends, he lingered, feeling overprotective, until she reassured him, “Daddy, you good. Go to work. […]
Ciara Launches Dance Studio to Empower and Uplift Atlanta’s Next Generation
Ciara is pouring back into the city that raised her! On the anniversary of “Ciara Day,” a date officially recognized by Atlanta in 2023, the Grammy-winning artist recently returned home to celebrate in a meaningful way by opening a brand new dance studio for local youth. The studio, located inside the John H. Harland Boys […]
Chicago’s Bud Billiken Parade Celebrates 96 Years as the Largest Black Parade in the Nation
Chicago came alive this past weekend for the 96th annual Bud Billiken Parade, a tradition that celebrates the city’s Black culture while marking the unofficial start of the school year, Block Club Chicago reports. First held in 1929, the Bud Billiken Parade is recognized as the largest Black parade in the United States. Inspired by […]