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UCPD’s shooting of student in mental health crisis highlights the academy’s role in police brutality
By Cosette Hampton Last Tuesday night, an officer of the University of Chicago Police Department (UCPD) shot 4th year student Charles Thomas, who was having a mental health crisis. For those familiar with the University’s conflicting statements on safe spaces, trigger warnings and free speech, it should come as no surprise that even students are […]
Maine GOPer calls Parkland survivor a “skinhead lesbian,” inspiring a challenger in his previously unopposed district
Updated on March 17, 2018, 3:40 PM EST: GOP state legislature candidate Leslie Gibson dropped out of running and called his decision “the best thing for everybody.” The article below reflects his prior remarks as a candidate, pursuit of the seat and resultant tensions. ****** Political petulance, Twitter fingers and mocking teenage gun violence survivors might […]
As light-skinned people, it’s our job to make space for those silenced most by colorism
By michal “mj” jones A few years ago, I invited a group of scholar-activists to present a panel on intergenerational movement building and breaking barriers between elder and younger organizers. The conversation went well, I thought, and we gave the floor over to the attendees to share their stories. Afterwards, an older woman with a […]
Two-time National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward signs new two book deal
The incredible Jesmyn Ward has reached a two-book deal with an imprint of Simon & Schuster’s Atheneum Books for Young Readers, Caitlyn Dlouhy Books and Scribner. Ward’s next adult-focused novel, which is still untitled, will remain squarely focused on the South like her previous work. It follows an enslaved woman who is sent from the […]
Pre-K teacher rocks same beautiful hairstyle as skeptical student to prove she loved it
In February, as many of us sit up a little straighter, delve into our history a little deeper and celebrate Black History a lot louder, we should also celebrate Black love and its various manifestations. At Black Youth Project, this month we are putting special spotlights on Black joy and Black love. In that spirit, we […]
Here’s a list of 20 of the dopest Black comics set to takeover 2018. You’re welcome!
By Terrence Sage The following is a list of comics either ongoing or releasing this year. It is focused on either Black creative teams penning the adventures of superheroes, or comics that star Black superheroes in a prominent light!
Oprah Winfrey dedicates Golden Globes Lifetime Achievement award to civil rights icon Recy Taylor
When Oprah Winfrey strolled to the podium at the Golden Globes to accept her Cecil B. Demille Lifetime Achievement award, what happened next seemed to capture the attention of the entire nation for nine minutes and forty seconds. Winfrey was not content to be the sole focus of her speech, however, and towards the end […]
Study connects sound racial identity with positive academic performance for Black girls
Picture it: Black teenage girls girding themselves in cocoons of Diaspora pride, resilience and academic fortitude, growing toward self-actualization and building with their homegirls. This is not a fanciful scenario, but rather the way many Black girls go about their days. Black girl magic starts early, spreads often and contributes to intellectual and interpersonal growth for the […]
An evening with Angela Davis inspired me to advocate for prison abolition for Black girls
by Stephanie Younger About a year ago, I had the amazing and unforgettable opportunity to meet legendary activist and prison abolitionist Dr. Angela Y. Davis. We met at the Afrikana Independent Film Festival where I was volunteering at as a youth ambassador. This Black film festival prides itself on celebrating cinematic arts through a “global […]
Black Mirror’s “Black Museum”: The slave revolt fantasy Hollywood never intended to make?
Editor’s Note: This article contains spoilers of Black Mirror S4, E6, “Black Museum” I do not trust myself when I enjoy a tale of Black people experiencing unbearably violent situations on screen. Perhaps I have read too much of Frank Wilderson’s Afro-pessimist film critique Red, White and Black, but I am never quite sure whether […]
New York Times report reveals Vice Media swam in a culture of racism and sexism
According to a New York Times report, Vice Media has been a cesspool of sexism that closely mirrors the way that the “old boys club” of Hollywood has been functioning, despite its reputation for subverting cultural norms and exposing long-standing social issues. In the report, four settlements are uncovered, one of which is a $135,000 […]
Where were internet access crusaders when Facebook stopped Korryn Gaines from streaming cops murdering her?
On Thursday, the Federal Communications Commission finally delivered its long-expected and devastating death knell to Obama-era Net Neutrality rules—policies supposedly put in place to ensure the internet remained on a level playing field with access equity. The repeal is likely to further impede the work of digital organizers for social justice and exacerbate economic disparities […]