In Charlotte, the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture is currently featuring an exciting exhibition titled “A Superlative Palette: Contemporary Black Women Artists,” which showcases the diverse works of 12 renowned artists, including Mickalene Thomas and Amy Sherald. Despite differences in mediums and styles, the exhibition emphasizes the intersectionality of their identities […]
Born Isabella Baumfree in 1797, Sojourner Truth defied the limitations imposed by her time to emerge as a formidable force in the fight against slavery and for women’s rights in the United States. Her narrative is one of resilience, bravery, and an unyielding dedication to fairness, leaving an enduring imprint on American history. Early Life […]
Keziah and James Finney, an award-winning middle school teacher duo, have created Lyrical Math, an innovative curriculum that infuses hip-hop culture with mathematics. This research-backed intervention program, based in Wilmington, Delaware, is designed to improve confidence and mastery for students. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Mrs. Finney, a certified Mathematics and Science Teacher, […]
In her latest book, “Imagine Freedom: Transforming Pain into Political and Spiritual Power,” esteemed journalist Rahiel Tesfamariam delves into the strategies available to Black Americans for advocating social justice while avoiding burnout, anxiety, and depression. Tesfamariam shared with ESSENCE that the idea of writing a book had been simmering within her for the past 18 […]
