The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) has launched the Missing & Black 2025 campaign to address the disparity in media coverage of missing Black individuals and increase visibility and resources for these cases.
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Posted inOpinion
Things we must do to ensure Black survival
Black people must take radical responsibility, impose consequences on those who mistreat us, build institutional power, reject “Slave Christianity”, and embrace Black joy in order to secure a powerful, self-determining reality.
Posted inOpinion
What we must do to survive Donald Trump
Black people must return to prayer, adopt an attitude of “no permanent friends, no permanent enemies, just permanent interest,” and restart local discussion groups to prepare for the second Trump administration.
Posted inOpinion
Black people have to be exceptional to be considered successful
Black people are redefining excellence on their terms by quitting traditional 9-to-5 jobs and seeking peace of mind, as the expectation of perfection without reward continues to disproportionately negatively impact them.
Posted inEducation
Prepping Black kids for tomorrow’s jobs
Nonprofit organizations such as The 100 Black Men of America, Black Girls CODE, The Blue Heart Foundation, and Black Girls Do STEM are working to prepare Black students for the jobs of the future by providing mentorship, practical lessons, and career development opportunities.
Posted inNews
Celebrating Juneteenth, the enduring spirit of Black independence
Juneteenth, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, is a time for reflection on a pivotal moment in American history and a celebration of Black people’s resilience and enduring spirit.
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Hotter summers are deadlier for older Black people
A new study has found that 23% of older adults around the world will experience extreme heat by 2050, with Black communities in the U.S. being the most vulnerable to the effects of extreme heat.
Posted inCOVID-19
Real talk: Why Black people avoid Covid vaccinations
Barriers identified were a failure to believe messaging and a lack of trust in traditional providers and the current healthcare delivery system.
Posted inOpinion
Dear Black people: Coronavirus will kill you
For the record, people in 19 African countries have tested positive for coronavirus.