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AAVE and Post-Segregation in “Waiting to be Invited”

How S.M. Shepard-Massat’s play, “Waiting to be Invited,” depicts life just after the U.S. enacts desegregation.…

April 4, 2024

The heads of three women with dark skin float against a yellow void. Most of them are disconnected from their bodies, free floating -- except for one whose hand holds a sparkling orange drink -- against an ethereal rainbow glow with transcendent looks on their faces, creating a sublime effect.

The Soft Girl Era & it’s Popularity Amongst Black Women

Allegra Walker, University at Albany - SUNY

The Soft Girl era is not just a trend about aesthetics or fashion — it's a movement of empowerment and self-affirmation for Black women.…

March 9, 2024

We Love You, Megan—’Cobra’ Is a Beacon for Black Women’s Mental Health

Paiton Young, University of Georgia

The harsh realities of Black women's mental health are being disregarded and this is affecting rapper, Megan Thee Stallion.…

November 28, 2023

Angel Reese dominating women’s college basketball

Bayou Barbie Girl in a Bayou Barbie World

Olivia Hinck, Siena College

LSU star Angel Reese is dominating the college basketball world, all without breaking a nail.…

September 2, 2023

An illustration of a book with the title, "Black Girls Must Die Exhausted"

A Literary Review of ‘Black Girls Must Die Exhausted’

Erica George, Louisiana State University, Shreveport

A story of struggle, the novel showcases the resilience of three friends as they navigate life as Black women.…

August 19, 2023

Teyana Taylor Being Crowned ‘Sexiest Woman Alive’ Has Received Mixed Reactions

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

In an age when Black women's sexuality continues to be taken from them, so-called 'Hot Lists' like Maxim's 'Hot 100' ought to be scrutinized more than ever.…

June 20, 2021

A photo of a Black female business owner for an article about the disparities in the entrepreneurial world as well as a list of Black female-owned businesses. A guide to understanding the racial disparities that exist in the entrepreneurial world as well as a list of Black female-owned businesses. (Photo by Brandy Kennedy from Unsplash)

Black Female-Owned Businesses You Need To Know About

Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

A guide to understanding the racial disparities that exist in the entrepreneurial world, as well as learning about the 15 Percent Pledge and brands you can incorporate into your everyday life.…

May 21, 2021

For an article about the book Hood Feminism, an illustration of women standing in solidarity . (Illustration by Lucas DeJesus, Montserrat College of Art)

‘Hood Feminism’ Calls for Self-Awareness and Action

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Mikki Kendall’s essay collection argues that since its inception, the feminist movement has benefited white women, while leaving behind women of color, cis-gender women, trans women and disabled women.…

March 29, 2021

An image of Cicely Tyson in "How To Get Away With Murder" in an article about her legacy as a Black actress. (Image via Google Images)

Cicely Tyson Is the Legend Who Leveraged History

Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

To honor her epic cinematic journey, let’s acknowledge the life and legacy of a truly influential figure.…

February 14, 2021

Justin Simien’s ‘Bad Hair’ Is a Tangled Mess of Intentions

Katherine Bry, Washington University

The film carries an important social commentary on respectability politics and Black influence in music and culture, but its delivery falls flat.…

November 10, 2020

Amid Chaotic Times, the Essence: Girls United Summit Empowers Young Black Women

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

Malcolm X said, 'The most disrespected person in America is the Black woman.' This video conference aimed to give them a space to share their experiences and uplift each other.…

October 28, 2020

‘WAP’ Is the Feminist Anthem We Need Right Now

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

The backlash to Cardi B and Meg Thee Stallion’s hit song is incredibly hypocritical, and ignores the track's empowering message.…

October 14, 2020

5 Free and Low-Cost Mental Health Resources for Black Women

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

This year has taken an incredible toll on people, especially Black women.…

October 11, 2020

A Year After Her Death, the Power of Toni Morrison’s Writing Lives On

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

Few authors captured the human experience, particularly the Black experience, with as much nuance as her.…

September 16, 2020

In an article about the Brown Skin Girl music video, a picture of Beyoncé

The ‘Brown Skin Girl’ Music Video Is an Iconic Celebration of Blackness

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

Beyoncé's latest release is a celebration of Black beauty to empower Black women. The project unites African music and cultures in a visual masterpiece.…

September 10, 2020

Image of a woman shrouded in darkness covering her face, in an article about imposter syndrome.

How Imposter Syndrome Is Disproportionately Affecting Women of Color

Reem Farhat, Fordham University

Although men and women experience the phenomenon, women face more feelings of fear and inadequacy in their everyday lives — especially Black women.…

September 3, 2020

Megan Thee Stallion and the Dismissal of Black Women’s Trauma

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

The reaction to the rapper's recent shooting is just the latest example of how the media and the public are prone to apathy (or mockery) rather than empathy when it comes to Black women’s pain.…

August 19, 2020

Marsha P. Johnson posing with flowers in her hair and a sash that reads "Stonewall"; black women activists

10 Iconic Black Women Activists That Paved the Path for Those Today

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

Fighting racism, sexism and injustice, their resilience remained unwavering. These icons' legacies mark them as trailblazers.…

July 23, 2020

Dancers on Dance Moms wait for instruction during rehearsal

Is ‘Dance Moms’ a Feminist Show?

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

The reality TV sensation features fierce rivalry, but it also offers a lens into female empowerment and dynamic female representation.…

July 11, 2020

Season 4 of ‘Insecure’ Is an Emotional Rollercoaster

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

The fourth season of the HBO comedy-drama focuses on Issa and Molly’s friendship, as well as important issues like toxic masculinity and postpartum depression. Let’s discuss.…

June 6, 2020

Illustration of makeup for darker skin tones

Why Can’t the Makeup Industry Make Shades for Darker Skin Tones?

Kayla Johnson, Bradley University

Darker people of color have long been ignored by makeup companies. But if those brands can make brown eyeshadows, they can make brown foundations.…

May 20, 2020

Illustration by Maya Vargas of a white woman painting her face a darker brown, or, blackfishing

Blackfishing and the Rise of the Culture-Appropriating White Girl

Maui Smith, University of Pittsburgh

All over Instagram, white women are making themselves distinctly less white-looking in the latest movement of stealing from black women.…

April 15, 2020

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