As DE&I Programs Face Rollback, Study Highlights Black Women Are Still Facing Barriers in Predominantly White Workplaces
The challenges Black women face in predominantly White workplaces are more critical than ever.
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Supporting the Success of Black Women Entrepreneurs
Black/African American women-owned businesses make significant contributions to the economy and are key to driving small business growth.
Black Women Rally Behind Kamala Harris to Save Democracy After Biden Steps Aside
In the hours following Biden’s announcement, Kamala Harris’ campaign saw a surge of support, with about $50 million in grassroots donations pouring in.
Breaking the Silence: Breast Cancer Disparities Among Black Women
Breast cancer disparities among Black women are pressing issues that demand attention and action.
American Cancer Society Launches Largest-Ever Study to Probe Disparities in Cancer Outcomes for Black Women
Despite overall declines in cancer deaths, Black women continue to face disproportionately high mortality rates, a phenomenon the organization aims to address through its newly unveiled VOICES of Black Women study.
Unlock the Power of Self-Care: The Importance of Vaginal Care for Black Women
Black women face unique challenges when it comes to vaginal health.
Black Women Face Dire Consequences When Unemployment Rates Rise
By: d-mars.com News Provider NNPA, Stacy M. Brown – Newswire Senior National Correspondent According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the impact was particularly pronounced among Black women, especially those working in the public sector. In a setback to the progress made in narrowing the racial unemployment gap, an increase in joblessness among Black workers…
Serena Williams’ Message to Medical Professionals: Listen to Black Women
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Each year in the United States, about 700 women die during pregnancy or the year after. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, another 50,000 women each year have unexpected labor and delivery outcomes with serious short- or long-term health consequences. “Every pregnancy-related death…
President Biden Nominates Three Black Women for Federal Court of Appeals
By Lauren Victoria Burke, NNPA Newswire Correspondent Remember these names: Ketanji Brown Jackson, Tiffany Cunningham, and Candace Jackson-Akiwumi. These are President Joseph Biden’s first three nominations for the federal Court of Appeals. In 2020, Biden pledged to name the first African American woman to the U.S. Supreme Court. A number of retirements are expected from…
New Research on Portrayals of Black Women in Hollywood Signals Progress, But Colorism Persists
The Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media released the results of Representations of Black Women in Hollywood, a groundbreaking examination of the portrayals of Black girls and women in film and television. Find the report here. While much of the previous research on race and gender in entertainment media analyzed representations of women and…
4 Ways Black Women Can Prioritize Self-Care for Improved Heart Health
By d-mars.com News Provider High blood pressure — the leading risk factor for heart attack and stroke — continues to disproportionately affect communities of color. Addressing this health inequity is especially important right now, as people with hypertension and serious heart conditions are at an increased risk for more severe outcomes if they acquire COVID-19….
National Survey Finds Lag in Cervical Cancer Screening and Information for Hispanic and Black Women
“These national findings demonstrate the critical need to ensure that equity is a part of all efforts to ensure information and access to services for women. Our findings reveal that Hispanic and Black women are not getting the information they need for their health,” said Jane L. Delgado, PhD, MS, President and CEO of the…
Premiere Black Women’s Organization Spearheads International Change
By Lauren Poteat, NNPA Washington Correspondent During the height of the 48th Annual Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), members of the International Black Women’s Public Policy Institute (IBWPPI), gave way to their 10th Annual Gala and Policy Forum, centered around ‘Leadership in a Global Black Women’s Movement.’ Focused on the need for women to support other women, the…
THE TEXAS BLACK WOMEN’S EXPO MERGES WITH THE NZURI NATURAL HAIR SHOW IN HOUSTON, TEXAS
TBWE reveals EMI Award recipients AND in partnership with Women of Wealth Magazine’s WIME Awards,“Sexy over 60 Fashion Pageant” Little Miss “Happy” Head Beauty Pageant, workshops and more! HOUSTON, TX— Visionary and Trichologist, Dr. Leola Anifowoshe, proudly invites the general public to this year’s 2nd Annual Texas Black Women’s Expo (TBWE) and 8th Annual Nzuri…
Missouri City Mayor Offers FREE Forum for Black, Women, Minority and Veteran Businesses
4th Annual SIBGOV MCTX -Success In Business® Government Procurement Forum: “It’s Your Time To Shine!” The City of Missouri City in partnership with Success in Business is thrilled to announce the eagerly anticipated 4th Annual SIBGOV MCTX – Success In Business® Government Procurement Forum, scheduled to take place on October 13, 2023, from 8:00 am…
Study: Job Displacement Affects Blacks, Women, and Non-Degreed Individuals Most
A new study focusing on job displacements between 1989 and 2019 found that, on average, Black workers are 67 percent more likely to be displaced than their white peers. Research by the nonprofit Brookings Institution further revealed that workers without a bachelor’s degree are also 67 percent more likely to be displaced than those with…
Ice Cube Expands ‘Contract with Black America’ to Highlight Issues Facing Black American Women and the Sports Industry
Today, Ice Cube announced an updated version of ‘Contract with Black America’ that outlines longstanding specific issues facing Black American women and the sports industry with a set of tactical solutions, along with additional updates throughout the contract. The original contract was announced this past summer and spurred a string of political conversations around racial…