A “third place” (or interchangeably known as a “third space”) is a concept introduced by sociologist Ray Oldenburg in his book “The Great Good Place,” published in 1989. Oldenburg proposed that people have three main places in their lives: the “first place” is their home, the “second place” is their workplace or school, and the… Continue reading Black Women Need a “Third Place” More Than Anyone
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Police Share New Details in Carlee Russell Disappearance Case
The Hoover Police Department in Alabama has provided updated information on the case of Carlethia “Carlee” Russell. Carlee went missing on July 13 before returning to her parent’s Alabama home on July 15. According to the new details revealed by police on July 18, after leaving the Colonnade shopping center on July 13, Carlee went… Continue reading Police Share New Details in Carlee Russell Disappearance Case
Treating Alcohol Use Disorder in Black Women Requires Competency, Compassion
Some fresh insight is being revealed when it comes to the steps that should be taken when addressing alcohol use disorder in Black women. During a presentation at the American Psychiatric Association’s annual meeting, Dr. Ayana Jordan shared key strategies to use when treating Black women with alcohol use disorder. Dr. Jordan is an associate professor… Continue reading Treating Alcohol Use Disorder in Black Women Requires Competency, Compassion
Ajike “AJ” Owens Shot and Killed Amid Feud with Neighbor
The family of Ajike “AJ” Owens is demanding action after the Black mother of four was shot and killed by a neighbor amid a feud. The shooting occurred on the night of June 2. According to Marion County, Florida, Sheriff Billy Woods, deputies responded to a trespassing call Friday night. While responding to the call… Continue reading Ajike “AJ” Owens Shot and Killed Amid Feud with Neighbor
Exhibition Highlights All Black Women Photographers and Their World View
The vantage point of Black women photographers is on full display at a new art exhibition in Charlotte, North Carolina. Titled Black Gaze: Through a Woman’s Eyes, the exhibition features the work of seven Black women photographers. It is being displayed at The Light Factory in Charlotte and is the second installment of the Black… Continue reading Exhibition Highlights All Black Women Photographers and Their World View
NailCon Celebrates Black Women Nail Artists With New Campaign
The creative skills of Black women nail artists are being highlighted in a new campaign from NailCon. The media and lifestyle platform is dedicated to nails, nail care, and wellness. Titled “Without Us,” the campaign and gallery series highlights the work of nail artists Dawn Sterling, Telly Talons, Honey Nailz, and Melissa Samuels. In a… Continue reading NailCon Celebrates Black Women Nail Artists With New Campaign
Florida School Bans Poem Recited By Amanda Gorman
A K-8 school in Florida’s Miami-Dade County has prohibited its elementary students from reading several of its library’s books. The banned works include Amanda Gorman’s, “The Hill We Climb.” She performed the widely acclaimed poem at Joe Biden’s presidential inauguration. The news of the ban comes just as states and counties across the United States… Continue reading Florida School Bans Poem Recited By Amanda Gorman
These Black Superintendents Want To Reinvent The School System
View this post on Instagram A post shared by AASA (@aasahq) Representation matters. Especially for Black children and the images they witness including in their classrooms. During Teacher Appreciation Week, Black women superintendents discussed the education pipeline in Washington D.C. The panel called, “Black Women Superintendents Are Leading With Excellence” featured Dr. Angel Nash and… Continue reading These Black Superintendents Want To Reinvent The School System
This Black Woman Pilot Hopes To Fly The World Solo
Nothing screams “soft life” like soaring through the sky with the world beneath your feet. Instead of paying for a plane ticket, one Black woman has taken aerial travel to the next level. Leona Serao is a pilot who plans on becoming the first Black woman to fly around the world solo. New Beginnings This… Continue reading This Black Woman Pilot Hopes To Fly The World Solo
Abduction Rate of Black Girls In Oakland on the Rise
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