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Women Creatives And Entertainers Shine As NAACP Image Award Nominees Are Announced

Nominations for the 55th NAACP Image Awards were announced Jan. 25, celebrating achievements and performances of people of color...

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3 Small, But Mighty Steps To Level Up From Ambition Burnout To Your Joyful Success Era

As ambitious women, we’re all in some sort of era. I mean, it’s flooding social meda: Beautiful 9-to-5ers heralding...

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‘Origin’ Star Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor Talks The Caste System And Film’s Profound Message

Adapted from Isabel Wilkerson’s book, Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents, the film, “Origin,” directed by award-winning Ava DuVernay, tells the story of journalist...

By: Oyindamola Bamgbola · 2 years ago

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How To Master The Art Of Difficult Discussions With Your Boss

We’ve all been there – that moment when you need to have a heart-to-heart with your boss, but the idea of it makes your...

By: Carri Helman · 2 years ago

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3 Realistic Self-Care Tips For Busy Moms To Advocate For Themselves

As moms, we tend to overlook our own needs to care for others. I know I do. I’m a single, work-from-home mom, and I...

By: Emily Flores · 2 years ago

Health & Wellness

These 5 Books Will Inspire You To Get Involved In A Cause You Hold Dear

As we plot our courses for 2024, there’s nothing quite like the inspiration that comes from a biography. These tales of change makers, activists,...

By: Carena Ennis · 2 years ago

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9 Books Perfect For Ringing In The New Year Right

As a new year approaches, we start to think about resolutions and goals that we would like to accomplish in the upcoming months, filled...

By: Luisana Rodríguez · 2 years ago

Workplace

Workplace Wellness: 5 Must-Have Items For Your Ultimate Office Self-Care Kit

Regardless of your job title, work can be stressful and draining, to say the least. It’s crucial to carve...

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Women Leaders Gather To Celebrate Landmark Byllye Avery Endowed Professorship In New York

Activists, scholars, and feminist leaders gathered in New York for the public launch of the Byllye Avery Endowed Professorship...

Health & Wellness

Struggling With Gut Health? Combating Stress Might Be The Remedy

As the oldest of six children, a straight-A student, and competitive dancer growing up, stress started to physically present itself to me at 10...

By: Chinenye Onyeike · 2 years ago

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5 Films Highlighting Women In Charge And Thriving

We are still in great need of more films featuring powerful women leading. In 2022, only 33% of films featured women protagonists, according to...

By: Camryn Quick · 2 years ago

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5 Places To Travel For Christmas Fantasy And Winter Wonderlands

If you’ve been dreaming of a fantasy Christmas, it’s not too late to bring it to life. There are several destinations around the world...

By: Bareerah Zafar · 2 years ago

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5 Cool Jobs That Turn Passion For Travel Into A Paycheck

When you work a traditional 9-to-5, travel time can be pretty limited. Those who love to travel may get stuck waiting for their yearly...

By: Camryn Quick · 2 years ago

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Changing Your Career After 30? Here’s How To Navigate

Vera Wang was a figure skater and a journalist before she entered the fashion industry at age 40. Ava DuVunernay didn’t make her first...

By: Gillian Smith · 2 years ago

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Love Historical Fiction? Add These Authors’ Works To Your Must-Read List

As the days grow shorter and colder, the world of books starts to call our names, and none more...

Career

7 Networking Tips For Introverts To Authentically Connect

For introverts, there’s nothing more draining than a big social event. With every exchange of pleasantries, you feel your...

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3 Things I Stopped Doing As A Manager In Order To Keep My Sanity

Being a manager is not for the faint of heart, and whether you’re managing people, or processes, it can be both extremely rewarding and...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

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How Walking 300,000 Steps In One Month Helped Me Manage Anxiety

I walked 300,000 steps in 30 days and it had nothing to do with a fitness goal. Within six months, my grandmother died, my...

By: Nesha V. Frazier · 2 years ago

Finance

5 Influential Black Women Shaping Financial Literacy And Advocacy

Financial literacy is the cornerstone for improving your financial solutions and security. These Black women have dedicated their careers to becoming voices of leadership...

By: Sughnen Yongo · 2 years ago

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Kerry Washington, Sheryl Lee Ralph And Others Empower Attendees At The Sistas In Sales Summit

Sistas in Sales (SIS) hosted its 6th annual summit on September 21 at The Glasshouse in New York City. SIS seeks to serve women...

By: Briana Boateng · 2 years ago

The 2023 Matrix Awards honorees pictured on the red carpet of the event.

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The 2023 Matrix Awards Highlights The Beauty Of Holding On To Your Authenticity

New York Women in Communications presented their 53rd Annual Matrix Awards on Wednesday, September 20, with the backdrop of New York City’s skyline in...

By: Chinenye Onyeike · 2 years ago

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What Roz Brewer’s Departure Means For The Case Of Corporate Diversity

Roz Brewer has stepped down as CEO of Walgreens, according to Walgreens Boots Alliance. Brewer was once the only...

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15 Top Pieces Of Advice In Honor Of Her Agenda’s 15-Year Anniversary

2008 was a different time. Millennials witnessed a range of major events from the global financial crisis of 2008...

Education

How Student Loan Debt Has Fueled The Pay Gap For Black Women

It took Nichole Herring 10 years after graduating college before she could begin to pay down her $45,000 in student loans regularly. Then came...

By: The 19th · 2 years ago

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Meet Kristen Welker — The First Black Moderator Of The Longest Running TV Show ‘Meet The Press’

As the first Black host of ‘Meet the Press,’ Kristen Welker brings a fresh perspective to the iconic program. This article is sponsored by...

By: Brittni Williams · 2 years ago

Entrepreneurship

Report: 79% Of Seed Funding For Diverse Founders Goes To White Women

In a recent report given exclusively to Fortune, BBG Ventures found that 64% of investment deals and 79% of seed funding for “diverse founders”...

By: Camryn Quick · 2 years ago

Videos

Black Publishers And Creatives Celebrate Advocacy And Excellence At Black Owned Media Weekend

The Black Owned Media Equity and Sustainability Institute (BOMESI) hosted its second Black Owned Media Weekend June 16-19 in Tulsa, OK. The three-day conference...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

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Harlem Haberdashery Is Propelling ‘Collective Economics’ Via Collaborations With Black-Owned Brands

Harlem Haberdashery, the retail bespoke boutique nestled in New York’s mecca of Black culture and fashion, is reinventing the meaning of a unique personalized...

By: Tia Quashie · 2 years ago

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Renowned Chef Turns Injury Into Impact, Bringing Culinary Accessibility To The Forefront

“Resilience,” is defined as the capacity to withstand or to recover quickly from difficulties. It’s the only word that...

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A Peek Inside Her Agenda: Dr. Joy Harden Bradford

Licensed psychologist and host and founder of Therapy For Black Girls, Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, added “author” to her...

Level Founders Nikoa Miltion and Jenny Tolan

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Level Founders Nikoa Milton And Jenny Tolan Talk Building Cross-Racial Connections For Women

When Jenny Tolan was attending Columbia Business School in 2012, she was often a few minutes behind and clearly had a lot of things...

By: Camryn Quick · 2 years ago

Entertainment

‘Barbie’ Domination: Everything The Film’s Marketing Gets Right

There’s been a wave of Barbie mania, and we all have heard something about the new “Barbie” film, which officially hits U.S. theaters July...

By: Briana Boateng · 2 years ago

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Konnie Kay Is Using Tech To Make Braiding Much Easier With The Launch Of Filters

Cornrows, box braids, and other braided styles are beloved and worn by many women of color. Now, technology has been introduced to assist when...

By: Briana Boateng · 2 years ago

Meditation

4 Ways To Get Started On Meditation With A Busy Schedule

Most of us have heard that if we meditate, we’ll live healthier lives. It’s true that meditation has proven benefits, but those who have...

By: Karie Pinnix · 2 years ago

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A Manager’s Guide To Parental Leave

I once had an employee call her first maternity leave “our” first maternity leave — meaning hers and mine — because we shared the...

By: Elyse Wallnutt · 2 years ago

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Felecia Higgs-Walker Wants You To Strengthen Your Career Focus

There are many areas to fine-tune when you’re looking to land the job of your dreams, and Felecia Higgs-Walker...

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Beyonce’s ‘Renaissance’ Tour Soon Headed To The U.S. And The Anticipation Is Real

Beyonce’s “Renaissance” tour is one of the most anticipated live performances since the pandemic and has been taking over...

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What Rihanna’s CEO Resignation Means For Savage x Fenty

When a celebrity is the founder of a growing brand, it is not unusual that they will step down eventually. Celebrities are certainly busy...

By: Camryn Quick · 2 years ago

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Here’s What You Should Know About The Landmark Equal Pay Act

In 1963, women made 59 cents for every dollar men made. On June 10th, we acknowledge the 60th anniversary of the Equal Pay Act...

By: Camryn Quick · 2 years ago

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Here’s Why We Must Stop Telling Black Women They Have ‘Imposter Syndrome’

Memo to all ambitious Black women: "Imposter syndrome" is not within us. It is the system that is the problem. It's time to for...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 years ago

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Nikole Hannah-Jones Offered Timeless Empowerment During Spelman College Speech

Nikole Hannah-Jones, the scholar behind The 1619 Project, gave an outstanding commencement speech at Spelman College recently, and there were several timeless takeaways to...

By: Camryn Quick · 2 years ago

Entertainment

Halle Bailey Talks ‘Finding Herself’ In Playing Iconic Role In ‘The Little Mermaid’

Halle Bailey reflects on the life-altering impact of her Ariel role, while cast members talk about the unique magic in humanizing the characters for...

By: Lauren Mayo · 2 years ago

Entrepreneurship

Kawana Jefferson Is Offering Unique Culinary Experiences With Lost Borough Ice Cream

Kawana Jefferson is a serial entrepreneur who went from working behind the scenes in the restaurant business to owning...

Career

7 Steps To Cultivate Teamwork In The Office

Working with others in an office setting can be both rewarding and challenging at times. Here are a few...

Health & Wellness

4 Ambitious Women Talk Redefining Self-Care In Their Professional Lives

Spa days and pedicures are fun, but if you are constantly burned out, it may be time to reimagine your self-care. Four professional women...

By: Kristelle Beecher · 2 years ago

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This Playlist Will Keep You Pumped And Motivated During Your Next Workout

Having a playlist full of fun songs can help keep you motivated during workouts. Try this playlist, filled with songs by our favorite women...

By: Camryn Quick · 2 years ago

Health & Wellness

Try These Meal Prep Tips For Boosting Energy And Heart Health

When you're a busy woman, meal prep for optimal energy and heart health is essential. Here are seven ways to upgrade your meals so...

By: Mia Barnes · 2 years ago

Entertainment

Celebrity Siblings Who Prove That Sisterhood And Winning Go Hand-in-Hand

In celebration of National Siblings Day, here are the celebrity sisters who wow us all, not only through their own success, but through their...

By: Camryn Quick · 2 years ago

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How To Cope When Living With Your Parents After 30

Moving back in with your parents, or are they moving in with you? There are some basic and easy things you can do before...

By: Rita Pike · 2 years ago