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Category: Race

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Memorializing More Than A Midwife: Dr. Janell Green Smith, Gone Too Soon After Childbirth Complications

Dr. Janell Green Smith may have been known to many as a certified midwife at Prisma Health Greenville Midwifery...

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How Janelle Farris Has Quietly, But Powerfully, Reshaped Brooklyn Communities

Janelle Farris is the first African American woman to lead Brooklyn Community Services, a 159-year old organization that provides...

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Women You Should Know: Bessie Coleman

Nearly 100 years ago, Bessie Coleman, the first African American and first Native American woman to have a pilot’s license, died at the young...

By: Varsha Pai · 7 months ago
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Five AAPI Self-Made Billionaire Women You Should Know

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month was created to honor the accomplishments and heritage of Asian and Pacific Islander American. Celebrated in May,...

By: Varsha Pai · 8 months ago
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Sideya Sherman’s Vision For A More Just New York City

When Sideya Sherman entered city government over a decade ago, her mission was clear: center communities that have historically been left behind. Today, as...

By: Gillian Smith · 9 months ago
Family

Embracing Autism Acceptance Month Through A Lens Of Inclusion And Empowerment

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a prevalent disorder that lasts a lifetime. It primarily focuses on how one communicates and interacts with others. According...

By: Candis McDow · 9 months ago
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Highlights From The Virtual MBA + Master’s Tour Spotlight On Women In Business

The virtual MBA + Master’s Tour Spotlight on Women in Business, held March 19 via Zoom, was packed with keynote speakers, MBA admissions decision...

By: Candis McDow · 10 months ago
Workplace

When Did DEI Become A ‘Dirty’ Word? Exploring The Benefits Of Diversity, Equity And Inclusion

In recent months, the internet has been buzzing with chatter about DEI. Major American corporations, such as Meta, Amazon,...

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A Peek Inside Her Agenda: Alencia Johnson

Cultural Strategist, Social Impact Leader, Entrepreneur, and now Author are some of the titles that Alencia Johnson holds. But...

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Publishing Executive Explains Why Fighting Against Book Bans Is Important

In the landscape of contemporary literature, book banning has surged, posing a significant threat, according to opponents, not only to intellectual freedom but also...

By: Gillian Smith · 1 year ago
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 large retail stores like Walmart,...

By: Asha Bey · 2 years 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
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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...

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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...

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‘Some Girls’ Debuts, Magnifying Importance Of Identity And Origins For Latinx Youth

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: Eve Stern · 9 years ago
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Members Of #theAgenda Share Thoughts On #BlackWomenAtWork

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: Chasity Cooper · 9 years ago
After 33 Seasons Is The Bachelor Finally Facing Race
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After 33 Seasons, The Bachelor Finally Includes A Black Bachelorette

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: Julia Train · 9 years ago
In The Scene Of Colorism - Who Is To Blame?
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Documentary ’50 Shades of Melanin’ Shines Light On Issues Surrounding Colorism In The U.K.

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: Alair Castro · 9 years ago
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Women And People Of Color Overlooked For Critical First Breaks In TV Directing

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: Eve Stern · 9 years ago
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Film Academy Takes Small Step Toward Making Oscars Less White

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

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What It Takes: Sally Nuamah, creator of HerStory

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

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The Feminine Mystique

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: Keiana Smith-McDowell · 13 years ago
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