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
01.01.70
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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
01.01.70
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
01.01.70
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
09.30.19
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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
07.05.01
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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
01.01.70
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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
04.24.89
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
01.01.70
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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
03.08.82
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
03.04.81
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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
01.01.70
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
09.19.48
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FOX Boots Stacey Dash

FOX News has decided not to renew Stacey Dash’s contributor contract.
by NewsOne Staff
01.01.70
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Teens Take On Healthy Eating In Viral Video

Appetite for Change and youth from North Minneapolis, Minnesota, address food deserts and growing healthy food in their new viral…
by Angela Bronner Helm
09.27.12
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Serena Williams Eliminated From Rio Olympics

Tennis star Serena Williams has been eliminated from the 2016 Rio Olympics.
by NewsOne Staff
01.01.70
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Actor Wendell Pierce Speaks Out About His Arrest

Wendell Pierce, The Wire star who was arrested for physically attacking a Bernie Sanders supporter, is breaking his silence about…
by NewsOne Staff
01.01.70
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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
05.01.84
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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
01.01.70
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Study: Both Public, Police View Black Kids As…

If I were to tell anyone of color with a clue that White children are given the benefit of the…
by Michael Arceneaux
01.01.70
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U.S. Labor Secretary Talks ‘My Brother’s Keeper’ and…

U.S. Labor Secretary Thomas Perez joined Roland Martin on “NewsOne Now” Friday to discuss the President’s announcement Thursday of his…
by NewsOne Now
01.01.70
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