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Say What? Speaking Your Heart and Mind in a Cancel-culture Society

For women, the fear of being “canceled” for simply speaking up is nothing new. Apprehension in personal and professional encounters for fear of retaliation or loss has long fueled a silence that has become both crippling and deafening. While women raise families, engage communities, run corporations and prove themselves as undeniable leaders, the fear of […]

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HER Way: Shantera on Life and Creating an Experience for Black Women

Shantera L. Chatman is a powHERhouse in the corporate world and beyond. As the president of PowHer Consulting, founder of HERWay Retreat, founder and executive director of the Chatman Women’s Foundation, and writer of the books “emPowHering YOU: 12 Tips for Finding Your Voice,” “PowHer Play: A Women’s Empowerment Guide,” and “Transformative Ally Framework,” she […]

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Detroit Stories Quarterly: Little Sister Rises Up

Written by Keith Owens, co-founder of Detroit Stories Quarterly You’re not supposed to go out on the Riverwalk at night which, of course, is why we went. I and Little Sister. Because, the best way to make sure that a kid will do something is to tell that kid not to do it, especially two kids […]

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BLAC Artist of the Week: Artis Lane, Dominating in HER Lane

Artis Lane is the preeminent Black portrait artist, who has captured the likeness and essence of icons like Oprah Winfrey and President Barack Obama. Her work lives in some of the most distinguished collections in the world. Her portrait of Rosa Parks lives in the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, and her bust of Sojourner Truth […]

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Living a Blaxit Life: Amber C. Edwards

The expatriation of Black Americans from the U.S. is a trending topic these days. With the constant unjust and unrest occurring within the States, people — Black women specifically — are choosing to move abroad and create new experiences. Expat coach Amber C. Edwards is no different.  “My dad is from Antigua, Bermuda, but I […]

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Pop Culture

READ IT. “Rooted in nonjudgemental kindness and love,” Tabitha Brown shares intimate stories and experiences sprinkled with vegan recipes and inspirational quotes. Turn your (not so) good morning into a great morning with daily lifestyle confessions, quotes, topics and prayers. WATCH IT. Looking for comfort TV? “Madea’s Farewell Play” has been made into a movie […]

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A Day in the Lives of Women at the Table

Despite limited access to equal opportunity, Black women have always gone above and beyond to establish themselves as pioneers across industries. From running for office to running businesses, Black women have consistently exemplified excellence in leadership roles throughout history. As of 2021, Black women are the fastest-growing demographic of entrepreneurs in the U.S., with nearly […]

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Parental Control: Teaching Starts in the Home

During the pandemic, education became a talking point. School closings meant parents had to add “teacher” to an already long list of hats to wear. Zoom sessions provided little solution as educators struggled to keep the attention of their students. Online learning demanded a lot and was unable to provide individual care for the kids […]