Halle Bailey, Danielle Brooks Among Honorees at Annual Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards
It was a day of unforgettable moments! The 17th Annual ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards, a dazzling celebration of Black excellence, took place on March 7, at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, CA. Hosted by the multi-talented Cliff “Method Man” Smith, the event honored remarkable individuals, including Academy Award-nominated actress […]
Remembering Anna Julia Cooper’s Activism and Legacy of Educational Excellence
She championed education for African Americans and women! There are luminaries whose brilliance shines brighter than just their lifetimes, casting a light that guides generations to come. Anna Julia Cooper, a visionary educator and fierce advocate for civil rights, stands as a torch of wisdom and empowerment. Her lifelong dedication to education and activism has […]
What’s Next for Because of Them We Can?
It’s amazing how things grow when you allow them to. When we first started the Because of Them We Can campaign it was based off of the inspiration we found in my own home through our sons. As a mother of two Black boys, whom I often fear for growing up in this America, I […]
Celebrating Women’s History
The Because of Them We Can campaign was inspired by my own two sons (last February 2013) and the desire to create imagery for them and children like them that would refute stereotypes and build their self-esteem by connecting them to heroes past and present who have and continue to pave the way. After […]