Tag: Identity

There is no sterile white gallery wall separating the art from everyday life. Instead, imagine walking through bedrooms in Oak Bluffs on Martha's Vineyard, encountering work by Black women artists in rooms devoted to themes such as protection, nurturing, memory and water. Curated by Jade Flint and artist Taylor Thomas, and presented by Long Gallery Harlem, A House Is Not a Home brings together 25 Black women artists to examine America's 250-year history through the women whose labor, care and creativity helped build it.

Washington, D.C. was long ago dubbed Chocolate City in recognition of its significance as a place where Black residents built communities, elected leaders and created a cultural legacy that has shaped America for decades. But under President Donald Trump's second term, a new wave of battles over who controls the capital continues to rock residents and visitors alike. D.C. has long struggled with its lack of statehood, which many fear has opened the floodgates for the federal government to meddle in local affairs.

Meet Jamilah Lemieux, the fearless writer behind the must-read memoir dismantling the 'baby mama' stigma. Read our exclusive coverage of her groundbreaking work now!

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's lone dissent in the recent conversion therapy ruling has sparked a national conversation about LGBTQ+ rights within the Black community. This moment highlights the ongoing struggle for identity and belonging, with many questioning what it means to be seen and accepted.

Hairstylists Njeri Radway and Yene Damtew, featured in Michelle Obama’s book The Look, share their journey beautifying her hair. They discuss hair as a symbol of identity and freedom, redefining a polished look and emphasizing authentic self-expression.

The Cut and Estée Lauder hosted an elegant dinner in New York City celebrating Nia Long as Estée Lauder's first-ever brand ambassador in North America. The event, titled "The Power of Her," paid tribute to Nia Long's influence as a cultural icon and symbol of modern beauty, emphasizing the evolving concept of representation and beauty in the industry.