Guest post by Darryl K. Henderson, J.D. of Keith Consulting Group Has Dr. Michael Eric Dyson endorsed a proponent of racism – someone purposely or inadvertently acting against the best…
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Fix MAAPP Loan Terms -Protect Black Communities
Black Communities Disproportionately Struggle with COVID-19 Howard Castay, Jr., Board Member, Teche Action Clinics The COVID-19 pandemic has had a particularly devastating impact on Black communities nationwide. According to the CDC,…
How a Career Pivot Can Help You Pursue Your Passion
A layoff may just be the unexpected opportunity you’ve been waiting for. By Jennifer VishnevskyWESTEND61GETTY IMAGES There’s no question that the coronavirus had a lasting impact on life as we knew…
Managing Your Mental Health During the Pandemic
From the Black Women’s Health Imperative These are stressful times in the age of COVID-19. We are all facing the fears and anxiety of what’s next. We are losing friends and…
We Must Protect Us
By Pat Bryant Some of us are seriously depressed. The world we knew is seriously compromised if not collapsed. The captains of industry and government don’t seem to know or…
How to Magnify Your Happiness in Seconds
Bryan E. Robinson Ph.D. The secret to broadening your mindscape. You have the ability to widen your perspective and amplify your happiness.Source: Photo by Nadine Shaabana on Unsplash Suppose your…
The Magical Thinking of White Supremacists
by Iskra Fileva Ph.D. Some supremacists believe they deserve credit for others’ accomplishments. White supremacists like to say that most of the achievements of Western Civilization were achievements of white men.…
How New Orleans to New York fueled slavery and police brutality
Policing started in these two cities and must be changed by them By Lloyd “Rip” Lazard Wall Street got its’ name from an actual wall that was built by the…
Why 2020 Could Turn Out to Be a Transformative Year
Seize the moment and create meaningful change. By Zoe Weil M.A., M.T.S It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer awfulness of 2020. First came the bushfires in Australia. They…
How in the World Could We Defund the Police
And Still Be Safe A Practical Guide to Defunding the Police Activists are demanding cities ‘defund the police.’ Here’s what they mean By Tessa Stuart The year Philando Castile was…