Raheem Sterling Foundation Scholarship Program: Empowering Future Entrepreneurs

The Raheem Sterling Foundation has launched a scholarship program set to provide 14 students from King’s College London and the University of Manchester with essential financial support and mentorship over the next three years. This initiative, targeting students from Black, African, and Caribbean heritage from socio-economically under-represented backgrounds in Greater London and Greater Manchester, aims to bridge the attainment […]

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Fola Adenugba Champions Global Black Art Through ISE-DA

Adefolakunmi (Fola) Adenugba, a visionary leader in the art world, founded ISE-DA, an innovative art advisory and media platform dedicated to supporting international Black contemporary art. Adenugba’s mission is to foster a connected community that is passionate, knowledgeable, and engaged with art from across the African Diaspora. Her academic journey at Emory University, where she earned a Bachelor of […]

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Breaking Barriers and Building Futures: Sydney Montgomery’s Impact on Black Students’ Higher Education and Equity

Sydney Montgomery, a distinguished Princeton and Harvard Law School graduate, has been recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree for her remarkable contributions to education and equity. As the CEO and Founder of Outline It, a cutting-edge writing software designed for students with learning differences, and the Executive Director and Founder of Barrier Breakers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Montgomery […]

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Dorothy Jean Tillman II: From Prodigy to PhD at 17

Dorothy Jean Tillman II’s participation in Arizona State University’s May 6 commencement marks a new chapter in a remarkable academic journey that began when she took her first college course at just 10 years old. This Chicago teen, known affectionately as “Dorothy Jeanius,” has now become the youngest person to earn a doctoral degree in integrated behavioral health at […]

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Shattering Boundaries: Sharon Tucker Inaugurated as Fort Wayne’s Inaugural African American Female Mayor

Sharon Tucker’s historic moment occurred when she was sworn in as the new mayor of Fort Wayne, making her the city’s first Black female mayor. This inauguration ceremony, which was overseen by Karl Bandemer, not only marked a significant milestone in the city’s history but also represented a momentous shift in leadership. The event symbolized the beginning of a […]

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Breakthrough in Mathematics: Black-teen Maths High School Students Calcea Johnson and Ne’Kiya Jackson Unravel Pythagorean Mystery?

Two Black high school students, Calcea Johnson and Ne’Kiya Jackson, have sent shockwaves through the mathematical community by presenting a groundbreaking proof for the Pythagorean theorem. Their revelation challenges a longstanding belief that this mathematical cornerstone has defied resolution for over two millennia. At the American Mathematical Society’s Annual Southeastern Conference in Georgia on March 18 2023, Johnson and […]

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Wawa Gatheru: Record-Breaking Black Academia, Championing Climate Justice and Representation

In the urgent fight against climate change, Wawa Gatheru emerges as a trailblazer, advocating for empathetic and inclusive climate communication. Born from her deep-rooted passion and fueled by her academic prowess and activist spirit, Gatheru’s journey embodies a commitment to creating a climate movement that reflects the diversity of our world. Gatheru’s accolades speak volumes about her remarkable achievements […]

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Breaking Barriers in Robotics: First Black Woman To Earn U-M Robotics PhD – Nigerian Oluwami Dosunmu-Ogunbi’s Journey to the Top

When Oluwami (Wami) Dosunmu-Ogunbi decided to pursue a PhD, she didn’t have a clear roadmap for her journey. It was a simple hat — the hexagonal velvet beret with a golden tassel — that sparked her commitment to years of intense research and study after completing her bachelor’s degree. Ogunbi, the daughter of Nigerian immigrants, entered U-M’s mechanical engineering […]

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Sesana Allen: Anti-Racism, Investing in Change and Equity Beyond the Boardroom

In the dynamic world of venture capital, Sesana Allen stands out as a billboard of change and equity. As an investor at Smash Capital, a late-stage venture firm backed by former Disney executives and Insight Partners, Allen brings a unique blend of financial acumen and social consciousness to the table. Her journey is not merely about securing profitable investments; […]

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Mo’ne Davis: The Teen Trailblazer in Youth Baseball, Breaking Records and Stereotypes

When Mo’ne Davis stepped onto the pitcher’s mound at the 2014 Little League World Series, she was not only making history but also redefining the boundaries of youth baseball. With a 70 mph fastball that left opposing batters swinging at air, Davis stunned spectators and players alike with her remarkable talent and poise. The 13-year-old “flamethrower” from Philadelphia became […]

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