Brown vs. Board of Education: Catalyst for Change and Continued Challenge
May 29, 2023
May 2023 marks the 69th year of the US Supreme Court’s decision in Brown vs. Board of Education, which declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional. This momentous decision revolutionized the American education system and became a beacon of...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May 21, 2023
Unmasking the Silent Crisis: Why Black Mental Health Matters May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Unfortunately, mental health is often overlooked in our community. Black mental health continues to be stigmatized and shelved at a time when it should be of the...
Righting Our Wrongs – The Comfort Women of South Korea
May 7, 2023
As we enter Asian American history month, we must look at the past, open our eyes, and acknowledge the hidden wrongs. During World War II, Japanese troops forced hundreds of thousands of women from Korea, the Philippines, Vietnam, China, and other countries into...
Remembering the Sound, Life, and Legacy of Harry Belafonte
Apr 30, 2023
This past week, the world lost legendary artist and activist Harry Belafonte, who played a seminal role in our collective history. Mr. Belafonte’s lifelong legacy transcends music and entertainment. He was also integral in the fight for equality and justice for...