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Beyond Boys and Girls Lines: Raising Black Children Radically
I am no stranger to the ways in which even young children already become socialized into society’s boxes. But my recent experiences working in a kindergarten classroom have me directly shouldering the burden of interrupting the ideological constraints that this world traps children within. Currently in the midst of my student teaching, working with five […]
Video: RYSE Center students dedicate video to Trayvon Martin, Oscar Grant and other slain youth
A group of young artists from Richmond, Ca. are speaking out about the impact that the deaths of Trayvon Martin, Oscar Grant, Israel Hernandez and others whose lives were tragically cut short. Tired of being ignored, silenced, judged and criminalized, they voiced their thoughts on how they are viewed.
Decrease in Black Enrollment At University of Michigan After Affirmative Action Ban
The University of Michigan has seen a decline in black student enrollment since discontinuing their affirmative action program. Black enrollment is down 30 percent at undergraduate and law schools.
Boris Kodjoe’s Deal Breaker? Weight Gain
Usually cheating, abuse and drug habits come to mind as deal breakers in a relationship. Actor/Model Boris Kodjoe has a less intense reason. Kodjoe recently opened up to television personality Cherise Nicole about his marriage no-no and let’s just say it’s more likely to happen than not.
Members of Local NAACP Branch Meet with KKK
After hearing reports about violence against black men in Casper, WY, members of a local NAACP branch took action. Since the assaults were often followed by Ku Klux Klan pamphlets being distributed, the Gillette, WY NAACP initially considered a rally against the white supremacist group, but then decided to reach out to a member of […]
Kendrick Lamar Astounds, Calls Out EVERYONE on Big Sean’s ‘Control’
Acclaimed emcee Kendrick Lamar dropped one of the most astounding rap verses in recent memory yesterday, igniting a frenzy on twitter that has yet to die down. Lamar calls out practically every big name in Hip Hop by name, challenging them to step their game up.
President Obama Declares Oklahoma Major Disaster Area; 24 Dead, Hundreds Injured
The massive tornado that hit Oklahoma has left dozens dead and hundreds injured and without homes. President Obama has since declared Oklahoma a major disaster area, calling the tornado “one of the most destructive storms” in American history.
Oakland Youth Speak Truth to Power at NAACP Leadership Conference
Youth in the Oakland community had the opportunity at the “OAKLAND NAACP Youth Leadership Conference” to ask adults the tough questions about what is happening in their community. This was not only a stage for youth inquiry, but it was also a space for youth voice to be amplified and heard. The youth spoke to […]
Rick Ross Responds to Rape Lyrics Controversy: ‘It Was a Misinterpretation’
Rick Ross has responded to the “rape lyrics” controversy, asserting that his words were misunderstood and misinterpreted, and that “woman is the most precious gift known to man.”
Supreme Court Will Hear a Second Affirmative Action Case
In addition to a major challenge to the U. of Texas race-conscious admissions process, the Supreme Court has added another affirmative action case to its agenda. The new case addresses a Michigan ballot measure that banned race-conscious admissions
Fox Developing O.J. Simpson Trial Miniseries
Nearly 20 years after the “Trial of the Century,” Fox announced that it plans to air a series recounting the O.J. Simpson trial.
REPORT: Homeless Black Youth Are Largely Invisible to Service Providers
According to a new report, language and definitions surrounding homelessness render homeless black youth invisible to service providers. Homeless black youth often do not self-identify as homeless, and are thereby less likely to access services catering to homeless populations.