Tag: Activism

Celebrating a legend: Gordon Parks

Gordon Parks, the legendary photographer and filmmaker, captured Black life and civil rights struggles. From iconic images to directing Shaft and The Learning Tree, he broke barriers as the first Black man to helm a major Hollywood film, blending art with activism.

Rosa Parks: 70 Years On, Impact Lives

Rosa Parks' quiet courage ignited the Civil Rights Movement. Her defiance on that Montgomery bus 70 years ago, and her strength 20 years after her passing, continue to inspire generations to demand equality and never settle for injustice.

Kaepernick Funds Reed Autopsy

Colin Kaepernick is funding an independent autopsy for Trey Reed. Reed was found deceased on his Mississippi college campus. The family disputes the initial ruling of suicide.

Yara Shahidi’s Gucci Moment

Yara Shahidi stunned at the Kering Foundation Caring For Women gala in an elegant Gucci look. The event, co-hosted by Salma Hayek and François-Henri Pinault, raised $4.5 million to combat gender-based violence. Stars like Dakota Johnson, Demi Moore, and Madonna attended.

Emmett Till: Happy 84th Heavenly Bday

Today we honor Emmett Till, whose life and unjust death became a defining moment in the Civil Rights Movement. He would have turned 84 years old. His courageous mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, sparked global outrage by showing the world what was done to her son. His legacy lives in every protest and demand for justice. Keep his story alive.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day: A Celebration of Service and Legacy

Martin Luther King Jr. Day, celebrated on the third Monday of January, is more than a federal holiday; it is a day of service...

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Javits Frimpong: A Stolen Dream at 15 | The Root

The pages of Javits Frimpong's diary include the dreams of a 15-year-old boy who believed he had his whole life ahead of him. But one year after arriving in the United States from Ghana, he was shot and killed on his way to school in New York City. Now, those journal entries are a heartbreaking reminder of everything he never got to experience.

Wu-Tang Clan’s Rock Hall Honor: ODB’s Family Reacts

Ol' Dirty Bastard won't be there to celebrate Wu-Tang Clan's induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this weekend, but his family is making sure the late rapper gets his moment in the spotlight. Young Dirty Bastard will perform in his father's place alongside the legendary hip-hop group. Icelene, ODB's widow, is honored to represent her late husband and believes he would've been proud of the recognition.

Alicia Keys on Vogue Italia October 2026

Alicia Keys for Vogue Italia. Hair by Chuckie Love Hair. Set Design Assistant Dari One. Production Assistant Summer. A stunning cover feature showcasing the iconic artist's elegance and style.

Blueface Declares Chrisean Rock Up for Adoption

Blueface isn't looking to give his relationship with Chrisean Rock another chance after their latest reconciliation lasted only approximately 20 days. The rapper discussed their public breakup during a livestream, saying that although Rock tried to make things work, he ultimately decided they weren't compatible.

Mississippi’s Fight for Black Political Power

In 1870, a Mississippi crowd watched Hiram Revels walk onto the floor of the United States Senate as the first Black person to serve in Congress. Nearly a century later, Fannie Lou Hamer sat before a national television audience in Atlantic City, describing the beatings she endured while trying to register to vote in the same state. Now, in 2026, Scott Colom made history as the first Black person elected to represent Mississippi in the Senate since Reconstruction.