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Category: Politics

A Peek Inside Her Agenda: Crystal Peters
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#HerAgendaLive: Crystal Peters Talks Advocating For Black Women-Owned Brands And More

Crystal Peters is like our beauty brand fairy godmother, making sure our favorite Black-owned products are conveniently found in...

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4 Fun And Educational Activities To Celebrate Women’s History Month With Your Kids

During my time as a teacher, I looked forward to Women’s History Month because it allowed me to have...

Adjoa B. Asamoah
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A Peek Inside Her Agenda: Adjoa B. Asamoah

Adjoa B. Asamoah wears many crowns. The daughter of activist parents – her mother a child in the Jim Crow South and her father...

By: Gillian Smith · 1 year ago
Health & Wellness

Multiple Myeloma’s Sneak Attack On The Black Community And How To Fight Back

I think we can all agree that there’s absolutely no good time to receive a cancer diagnosis. But I can tell you that getting...

By: Carri Helman · 2 years ago
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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Will The Effects Of The Affirmative Action Ruling Trickle Into The Workplace?

Earlier this month, the Supreme Court effectively ended affirmative action at colleges. The 6-3 vote set new limits on cases related to whether public...

By: Briana Boateng · 2 years ago
woman at pharmacy
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Trouble Getting Your Hands On Plan B Pills? Here Are Your Options

Companies like Amazon and Rite-Aid are limiting purchases of emergency contraceptives, but there are still options for Plan B pill access. [...]

By: Camryn Quick · 3 years ago
woman at the doctor
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In The Roe v. Wade Aftermath, What Are Your Options?

After Roe v. Wade was overturned, states began to enact their own laws. As the fallout continues, here's what...

court
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Roe V. Wade Has Been Overturned, And Here Is What You Need To Know

Roe v. Wade has officially been overturned in the United States, putting the power to rule on abortion in...

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Here’s What You Need To Know About The Tampon Shortage

The tampon shortage is affecting women everywhere, with empty shelves and spiking prices challenging access. Here's what you should know and a few alternatives...

By: Camryn Quick · 3 years ago
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Poet Nikki Giovanni Talks Voting And The Power Of Black Fellowship

Poet, educator and icon Nikki Giovanni gets candid on voting as an act of protect, why Black fellowship is important, and more. [...]

By: Tyra Wilkes · 3 years ago
Tamika Mallory
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5 Women Activists And Advocates Changing The World Today

On MLK Day, as we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, let's take a look at five women activists who are using their...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 years ago
Symone Sanders
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Symone D. Sanders Tapped For MSNBC Shows This Spring

Political strategist Symone D. Sanders is joining MSNBC's roster of show hosts, with two new shows premiering this spring. [...]Read...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 3 years ago
women's education, education, learning
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How Education Transformed My Life As A Venezuelan Woman

We ought to fight for women to have access to education no matter where they come from. [...]Read More......

By: Luisana Rodríguez · 4 years ago
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How Teen Juliette Palacios Turned A STEM Need Into A Non-Profit

Increasing access and interest for girls and women of color is important because gaining a higher representation in the...

Black women equal pay day 2021
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Black Women’s Equal Pay Day 2021 Message Is Simple: Close The Gap

According to the National Women’s Law Center Black Women lose up to $964,400 a year after making only up...

Everything You Need To Know About New York City's Upcoming Local Election
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Everything You Need To Know About New York City’s June Local Primary Election

Less than 25% of voters show up to polls on Election Day for midterms and primaries, while 70% of voters come out for votes...

By: Rita Pike · 4 years ago
Women’s Month Wednesday: 3 Record-Breaking Athletes
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Women’s Month Wednesday: 3 Record-Breaking Athletes

Iconic women who dominate sports. [...]Read More... from Women’s Month Wednesday: 3 Record-Breaking Athletes

By: Michelle Richardson · 4 years ago
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Find Out Where Your Dollar Is Really Going With Gender Fair

The Gender Fair mobile app suggests ways to help support brands that work to bridge the gap in gender equity. [...]

By: Chanel Stewart · 4 years ago
flowers in the field
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Giving Them Their Flowers While They Are Still Here: 5 Revolutionaries Worth Celebrating

Here are 6 revolutionaries and activists striving for change that deserve their flowers, today, while they can still smell them. [...]

By: Michelle Richardson · 4 years ago
WSJ Op-Ed Discredits Dr.Jill Biden's Well-Deserved Title
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WSJ Op-Ed Discredits Dr.Jill Biden’s Well-Deserved Title

Her Agenda is a digital media platform bridging the gap between ambition and achievement for millennial women. News, content, and a database of events...

By: Women 2.0 · 4 years ago
3 Things To Consider Pursuing After Graduation That's Not A Full-Time Job
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3 Things To Consider Pursuing After Graduation That’s Not A Full-Time Job

Here are some alternative paths to consider after your graduation. Read on to find out more about some of the ways you...

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The Erasure Of Brown Folx As ‘Asian’

In the US, the word “Asian” refers to a multitude of people ranging anywhere from the Middle East to...

latina
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Actionable Steps We Can Take To Address The Pay Gap Amongst Latinas And All Women Of Color

COVID-19 has hit Latinas hard. From being more at risk of contracting the virus (I had an asymptomatic case myself), to losing jobs or...

By: Modern Brown Girl · 5 years ago
protesting
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5 Ways To Make An Impact On The 2020 Election, Even If You Can’t Vote

There are still ways to be politically active and have an impact on the election, even if you’re unable to cast your ballot this...

By: Lydia Stowe · 5 years ago
local heroes and leaders
LOCAL HEROES SERIES

LOCAL HERO: Oumou Cherif Launches COVID-19 Relief Project In Rural Guinea

Oumou Cherif is a native of Guinea and a nonprofit founder and leader. She launched a COVID-19 initiative to support people in rural Guinea....

By: Laura Onyeneho · 5 years ago
black woman pay day
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Op Ed: It’s Time To Pay Black Women – Equal Pay Day 2020

August 13th is Equal Pay Day for Black Women. Black women are paid 61 cents for every dollar made by a white, non-Hispanic male....

By: Shanice Graves · 5 years ago
Signs remain up at Syracuse University’s Crouse Hall, imploring SU officials to let food in and lift the suspension of several students. (Katrina Tulloch)
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Inside The #NotAgainSU Movement

Her Agenda is a digital media platform bridging the gap between ambition and achievement for millennial women. News, content, and a database of events...

By: Desjah Altvater · 5 years ago
australian fires
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How Inclusive Solutions Are Solving The Climate Crisis

The world, and particularly Australia, will be better served if more inclusive solutions to the climate crisis and sustainability...

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A Presidential Debate Moderated By All Women? Yes, Please!

For the first time in an election cycle, a presidental debate will be moderated by an all-women panel, per...

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Mindfulness Methods For Educators (And Everyone)

With so much emphasis on testing and academic rigor, the social-emotional needs of both teachers and students are often overlooked. Providing a well-rounded education...

By: Tiffany Patterson · 6 years ago
pay inequality
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Can Business Owners Work Toward Equal Pay?

A lot has been done to rectify pay inequality. Many ompanies are addressing equal pay and to close the gap between women and men,...

By: SCORE · 6 years ago
teacher appreciation week
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Three Ways to Appreciate Your Favorite Teacher

May 6-10 is National Teacher Appreciation Week. Show teachers you care by appreciating them by your actions. Support, partner, and share with them. [...]

By: Tiffany Patterson · 6 years ago
Doing research on salary trends
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How To Advocate For The Salary You Deserve Year-Round

Her Agenda is a digital media platform bridging the gap between ambition and achievement for millennial women. News, content, and a database of events...

By: Kim Blight · 6 years ago
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More Women Are Receiving Advanced Degrees And Have The Student Loans To Prove It

Women are making the biggest strides in education when compared to men. Unfortunately, this means we also have the biggest student loan debt problem...

By: Jazmine Wilkes · 6 years ago
Tawana Burnett #BiasCorrect
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Catalyst Launches Campaign Aimed At Correcting Unconscious Bias

Sticks and stones may break our bones, but words leave psychological never-ending internalized sexist wounds too. Women experience under...

Women In Tech
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Strategies To Ensure Gender Equality In Tech

Her Agenda is a digital media platform bridging the gap between ambition and achievement for millennial women. News, content,...

budgetnista bill, financial literacy, New Jersey
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Thanks To These Women, Financial Literacy Is Required By Law For New Jersey Students

"The Budgetnista" Bill, which requires middle school students to have access to financial literacy education, has become a law in the state of New...

By: Tiffany Patterson · 6 years ago
how to use gender-neutral language
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How To Use Gender Neutral Language And Why It’s Important

So, what is gender-neutral language? According to Oxford Dictionary, “gender neutral (or gender-inclusive) language is language that does not refer specifically to men or...

By: Chelsea Hamlet · 6 years ago
equal pay, wage gap, Tiffany Haddish
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Tiffany Haddish Wants To Be Paid The ‘Guy Fee’

Actress Tiffany Haddish gets real about equal pay and how she always asks for the guy fee. Her words are part of a greater...

By: Tyra Wilkes · 7 years ago
she's the first, gender equal, millennial women career, women empowerment, women entrepreneurs,
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She’s The First Summit Envisions A Gender Equal World

She's The First summit was a three-day event where student leaders networked, acquired leadership skills, and worked towards promoting gender equality [...]

By: Wideyveline Morin · 7 years ago
millennial women career, women empowerment, women entrepreneurs, millennial women career, women empowerment, women entrepreneurs,millennial women career, women empowerment, women entrepreneurs,millennial women career, women empowerment, women entrepreneurs,
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4 Ways To Create A More Gender-Balanced Workforce

Her Agenda is a digital media platform bridging the gap between ambition and achievement for millennial women. News, content, and a database of events...

By: Women 2.0 · 7 years ago
millennial women career, women empowerment, women entrepreneurs,
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Everything You Need To Be A Successful Entrepreneur in 2018

Her Agenda is a digital media platform bridging the gap between ambition and achievement for millennial women. News, content,...

Female executives beneficial for company
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Why Having More Female Executives Can Make Or Break Your Company

Her Agenda is a digital media platform bridging the gap between ambition and achievement for millennial women. News, content,...

New Study Finds Machines Are Being Taught To Discriminate
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New Study Finds Machines Are Being Taught To Discriminate

Her Agenda is a digital media platform bridging the gap between ambition and achievement for millennial women. News, content, and a database of events...

By: Ahiranis Castillo · 8 years ago
Gender Bias in Economics
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The Internet Continues To Expose Gender Bias -This Time In Economics

Her Agenda is a digital media platform bridging the gap between ambition and achievement for millennial women. News, content, and a database of events...

By: Ahiranis Castillo · 8 years ago
ADVERTS
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New Efforts To Ban Sexist Ads Could Have Tremendous Impact

Her Agenda is a digital media platform bridging the gap between ambition and achievement for millennial women. News, content, and a database of events...

By: Ahiranis Castillo · 8 years ago
Female representation in film
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New Study Shows No Significant Increase In Female Representation In Film

Her Agenda is a digital media platform bridging the gap between ambition and achievement for millennial women. News, content, and a database of events...

By: Ahiranis Castillo · 8 years ago
Website launches for women to share stories
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He Said Whaaat? New Website Sheds Light On Gender Bias In The Workplace

Her Agenda is a digital media platform bridging the gap between ambition and achievement for millennial women. News, content, and a database of events...

By: Ahiranis Castillo · 8 years ago

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