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Spinal surgeon breaking barriers in Boston
Fewer than 10 Black women have spine fellowship training, and one of them is Brigham and Women’s Dr. Shaina Lipa.
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Chatting with Teri Williams of OneUnited Bank
Whether it’s February, or any other month in the year, it’s always a good time to celebrate BIPOC leaders in our community. Teri Williams is the president and COO of OneUnited Bank, the largest Black-owned bank in the country. She tells us all about what makes Black-owned banks important, her inspirations when she was younger, and her new...
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The Connecticut Sun celebrate Black History Month
To celebrate Black History Month, the Connecticut Sun created a video to young Black girls called “My Hair. My Crown.” about their journeys with hair as professional athletes and Black women. Assistant General Manager of the team, Morgan Tuck, tells us about why the creation of that video was so important.
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These women are teaching transracial adoptive parents how to do Black hair
Tamekia Swint is the founder of Styles 4 Kidz, a non-profit salon in Illinois that focuses on textured hair education for transracial adoptive parents and their children.
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National Black Movie Day is a celebration — and a call for action
Several cities across the country will participate by hosting events that include film screenings and highlighting the importance of supporting Black films.
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Cooking nonprofit combines Black History and healthy food
Black Girls Cook is a Miami and Baltimore-based nonprofit helping young girls embrace the farm-to-table concept while also learning about Black Diaspora history.
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Cooking nonprofit combines Black history and healthy food
Black Girls Cook is a Miami and Baltimore-based nonprofit helping young girls embrace the farm-to-table concept while also learning about Black Diaspora history. Founder Nichole and her 6-year-old daughter Madison share how the nonprofit has helped more than 3,500 girls and their families learn the importance of cooking and eating healthier meals. Also, Nichole’s student Logan and her mom Winifred...
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Events celebrating Black History Month in Boston
In honor of Black History Month, the city of Boston announced this week a series of events for residents to “celebrate and be in the community.” “Boston’s Black communities are foundational to the fabric of our city, and we honor their contributions during Black History Month and throughout the year,” noted Mayor Michelle Wu in a release Monday. This...
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What is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021. Here’s what you need to know about this important holiday.
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From White House, Biden Says ‘Black History Matters'
President Joe Biden says “history matters, and Black history matters,” a forceful declaration that comes after the state of Florida blocked a new advanced course on African American studies from being taught in its high schools.
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Benefits Denied: Older Black Veterans Battle for GI Education and Housing Compensation, Disability Payments
Many African-American veterans, did not receive benefits under the GI Bill that sent millions of white veterans to college or helped them to buy homes or businesses.
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Veteran Reflects on Her Trailblazing Career
Patricia Odom looks back on her role as the first Black female National Guard recruiter in Massachusetts.
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Bill's Books: Great Reads for Black History Month
Bill Goldstein has recommendations of influential Black authors and their works.
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Black Dance Theatre Reconstructs Old Dance ‘Games'
Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s newest piece is a reconstruction of a decades old dance titled ‘Games’ by master choreographer Donald McKayle.
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First Black Composer at NYC Metropolitan Opera Comes to Dallas
NBC 5 is celebrating Black History Month with six-time Grammy Award-winning composer and trumpeter, Terence Blanchard.
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School Food Vendor Apologizes for ‘Inexcusable' Black History Month Menu — Again
Students at a middle school were served chicken and waffles, with watermelon as a dessert, on the first day of Black History Month.
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New Exhibit Praises Prominent Black Family for Their Contributions
For this Black History Month, NBC10 highlights a new museum exhibit that gives thanks to a prominent Black family from Philadelphia. NBC10’s Frances Wang offers a closer look.
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Why Black History Month Is Celebrated in February
Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated February as Black History Month to honor two prominent figures who contributed to African American liberation.
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Here Are 7 Ideas for Celebrating Black History Month in Boston
February is Black History Month, and there are many ways to recognize the month-long tribute to the achievements and struggles of African American people throughout the years in Boston. Many of Boston’s most famous institutions are holding events to help people celebrate the observance. Here’s a few places that offer ways to celebrate Black History Month 2023. Perspectives on Hear...
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28 Films to Watch During Black History Month
Reacquaint yourself with some of these treasures of Black cinema or discover them for the first time.