The number of abducted young Black girls in Oakland is on the rise. Numerous Oakland-based institutions have “declared a state of emergency” for the alarming number of black girls abducted, according to Madamenoire. Oakland City Councilwoman, Treva Reid told KRON News that out of the 1500 missing persons in Oakland, 400 are Black women .… Continue reading Abduction Rate of Black Girls In Oakland on the Rise
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Black Legislator Fights for Missing Black Women and Girls in California
A newly proposed bill is seeking to combat the issue of Black women and girls who go missing. California Senator Steven Bradford introduced Senate Bill 673, which would create an “Ebony Alert” for those 12 to 25 years old. The senator says he hopes the bill will address racial bias for missing people of color.… Continue reading Black Legislator Fights for Missing Black Women and Girls in California
Color of Change Launches the Pedestal Project Campaign
“It is on every generation to build on the work of those who came before us and unapologetically stand on the shoulders of our ancestors.” -Chelsea Miller, Co-Founder of Freedom March NYC
Good Trouble’s Zuri Adele Is Easing Into the Spotlight
Good Trouble’s Zuri Adele is a fan favorite not only for her portrayal of Malika Williams but for her ability to live authentically.
The History of Walking as Self-Care and Revolution
Self-care can be found in the simplest ways for us, like walking—by ourselves and with others.
Black Lives Matter’s Latest Initiative Features Must-Have Merch, Art and Music
Black Lives Matter’s latest initiative features music, art and some dope merch
How returning to natural hair changed my life
This article is for those who think returning natural is just a hairstyle, its a lifestyle. If you look deep enough, your hair is your book cover and you’re the book that the world is waiting to open.