Pinky Cole, a successful vegan food entrepreneur, woke up feeling drained after the presidential election results. She had built her business from scratch in just a few years, but today, she felt emotionally exhausted. "I'm sad, " she shared with ESSENCE. This election, she said, affected her differently than before because now she's a business owner. Many other Bla...
In the world of politics, few names command as much respect as Barbara Lee. Her journey began when she joined Shirley Chisholm's presidential campaign in 1972, an event that sparked her lifelong passion for public service. Over the decades, Lee has made history as the first Black woman elected to the California State Senate from Northern California and has served in ...
In Maryland, Angela Alsobrooks is making waves in the U. S. Senate race. With a solid background in public service, she's breaking barriers as a Black woman running for this important seat. A recent poll shows she's leading her Republican opponent, former Governor Larry Hogan, by a significant margin. Alsobrooks has served as Prince George's County State’s Attorney a...
Lisa Blunt Rochester, who made history in 2016 as the first Black person and first woman from Delaware elected to Congress, is now aiming to make another mark on history. She's running for the Senate, hoping to become the first Black woman to represent Delaware in that chamber. Polls show her with a substantial lead over her Republican opponent, and she's got key end...
Do you remember your first period? Talking about it can be tough, but a new film called 'ME Period' is changing the game. Created by the Black Women's Health Imperative, this movie features real stories and mother-daughter duos like Tabitha and Choyce Brown. It's all about getting honest about menstrual health, especially for Black women and girls who often don't get...
Ever wondered how the skills of a top athlete can translate to becoming a successful business mogul? Well, many Black women athletes are showing just that. They’re not just running track or playing sports; they’re also running businesses and breaking records off the field. Consider Serena Williams. This tennis superstar switched her focus from the court to the board...
Imagine this: an iconic singer releases a powerful country album that tops the charts, yet gets no recognition from the industry. That's what happened to Beyoncé with her latest hit, "Cowboy Carter." Despite its success and important message, the Country Music Awards snubbed it completely. Why? Let's dive in. Country music has a history of welcoming white artist...
Imagine a network of influential Black female leaders who are not only powerful in their own right, but also have the ability to mobilize millions of dollars in funding and talent behind a single cause. This is the reality of the "Unite for America" movement, led by Jotaka Eaddy, a 45-year-old social impact consultant who started her group, Win With Black Women (WWBW...
The recent attacks on Black women prosecutors are not only a personal affront but also a threat to the future of the criminal justice system. As a society, we are complicit in allowing these attacks to persist, and it's time we take a closer look at the harm they cause. The language used to describe these attacks is often veiled, with critics labeling Black women pro...
The notion that racial justice and the pursuit of justice for survivors of sexual violence are disconnected is a misconception. The reality is that these two struggles are deeply intertwined. Tarana Burke, founder of the #MeToo movement, highlighted this connection at a recent get-out-the-vote event in Atlanta. "Sexual violence is a form of violence that plagues our ...