2021 CFDA Fashion Awards

Songstress Ciara Surprises 6-Year-Old Cancer Survivor

Songstress Ciara surprised a 6-year-old cancer survivor with a trip to Disney World.
by Brandee Sanders
01.09.22
Brother Box, organization that creates inspirational care packages for Black boys across the country.

Nonprofit Empowers Black Boys To Envision Limitless Futures

The nonprofit Brother Box is on a mission to ensure Black boys have access to a holistic, culturally relevant and…
by Brandee Sanders
01.01.22
NBA Games Postponed Due To Player Protest

NBA Gives $6M To Black Youth Empowerment Nonprofits

The NBA Foundation recently announced it would donate $6 million towards organizations centered on empowering Black youth.
by Brandee Sanders
08.25.21
8th Annual Breakthrough Prize Ceremony - Arrivals

Taraji P. Henson Launches Youth Mental Health Initiative

Actress Taraji P. Henson has launched an initiative centered on helping Black youth overcome mental health struggles.
by Brandee Sanders
10.03.21
Minneapolis Reacts To Verdict In Derek Chauvin Trial

Supporting Black Youth After Chauvin Verdict, Ma’Khia Bryant

The trial outcome of George Floyd’s murderer was a relief – until it wasn’t. On the heels of the verdict,…
by Dr. Torie Weiston-Serdan
08.26.21
Michael Jackson Could Go to Santa Barbara Jail

Youth Jail Racial Disparities Worsen In COVID-19 Pandemic

Black and Latino youth populations in detention centers grew while white non-Latino youth decreased during the pandemic, a new survey…
by Anoa Changa
08.26.21
Young teenage boy working on homeschool assignments using laptop at home

Google Donates $3M Toward NAACP’s STEAM Program

Google.org has donated $3 million to support the NAACP’s STEM education program.
by NewsOne Staff
10.07.21
Prayer

Black Kids Show Dramatic Increase In Suicide Attempts

The numbers are stark for a recent report tracking the racial differences in suicides.
by NewsOne Staff
03.30.20
Mother and Son of African Descent Working on Homework Together

Entrepreneur Creates Flashcards Teaching Youth About Building Wealth

An entrepreneur created flashcards celebrating Black millionaires and billionaires to teach youth about building wealth.
by NewsOne Staff
03.30.20
Global Climate strike in Cape Town

Why Black People Should Participate In Climate Strike

The ”Climate Strike” may have been inspired by a white Swedish woman, but statistics show that climate change disproportionately affects…
by Bruce C.T. Wright
03.30.20

Entrepreneur Aims To Combat Depression Amongst Black Youth

South Carolina-bred entrepreneur TiffanyJ aims to combat depression amongst Black youth through her book series and doll line.
by Brandee Sanders
04.29.21
NFL: JAN 28 Super Bowl LIII - Atlanta Host Committee Press Conference

Mayor Keisha Bottoms' Youth Mentor Initiative Launches

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has launched a mentor challenge to find 100 men to mentor youth in Atlanta.
by NewsOne Staff
03.29.20
NFL Player Jarvis Jenkins Youth Reading Event The International Hair Studios Harlem

Barbershop Books Empowers Black Boys To Read

Barbershop Books is bringing literature to barbershops across the country to inspire young Black boys to read.
by NewsOne Staff
03.27.20
Teen from Chicago found dead in walk-in freezer at hotel

Kenneka Jenkins And America's Missing Black Youth

Chicago teen Kenneka Jenkins' story shines a light on the painful history surrounding the disappearances and deaths of Black youth…
by Darnell L. Moore, Cassius
09.19.17
Celebrities Visit SiriusXM - June 6, 2016

NEWS ROUNDUP: FOX Boots Stacey Dash…AND MORE

FOX News has decided not to renew Stacey Dash’s contributor contract.
by NewsOne Staff
01.23.17
Growing chillies

Minnesota Teens Take On Healthy Eating With Viral…

Appetite for Change and youth from North Minneapolis, Minnesota, address food deserts and growing healthy food in their new viral…
by Angela Bronner Helm
12.09.16
TENNIS-GBR-WIMBLEDON

NEWS ROUNDUP: Serena Williams Eliminated From Rio Olympics…AND…

Tennis star Serena Williams has been eliminated from the 2016 Rio Olympics.
by NewsOne Staff
08.10.16
Wendell Pierce

NEWS ROUNDUP: Actor Wendell Pierce Speaks Out About…

Wendell Pierce, The Wire star who was arrested for physically attacking a Bernie Sanders supporter, is breaking his silence about…
by NewsOne Staff
05.18.16
Doctor vaccinating girl in office

STUDY: Black Children Receive Less Pain Medication Than…

A new study reveals Black children are getting far less medication than White children upon admission into hospitals.
by Desire Thompson
04.17.21

NAACP’s ACT-SO Program Helps Black Youth Achieve Excellence

UPDATED on September 9,2014 – Over the years, helping African-American youths achieve academic excellence has been challenging. For example, while…
by Erica J. Edwards
04.17.21