Representation

"In The Heights" Opening Night Premiere - 2021 Tribeca Festival

Lin-Manuel Miranda Addresses 'In The Heights' Colorism Critics

Miranda posted a lengthy response to Twitter on Monday where he attempted to weigh in on the controversy after the…
by Charise Frazier
08.25.21
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'Anti-Black' Latinx People Slammed For Emmy Complaints

A heated debate surfaces on social media.
by NewsOne Staff
09.02.21
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Couple's Coloring Book App Celebrates Black Culture

Determined to diversify the imagery featured on adult coloring book apps, a Washington D.C.-based married couple launched Color Noir; a…
by Brandee Sanders
04.29.21
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Second Grade Aviation Enthusiast Meets Bessie Coleman’s Niece

A second-grader who highlighted the legacy of Bessie Coleman for a school project got the opportunity to meet the late…
by NewsOne Staff
03.28.20
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Initiative Aims To Increase Representation Of Black Teachers

Louisville-based Simmons College has launched a new program that aims to increase the representation of Black teachers in public schools.
by NewsOne Staff
03.27.20
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Program Empowers Black Men In Chicago To Teach

The initiative Call Me MISTER is aiming to increase the number of Black and Latino male teachers within Chicago’s public…
by NewsOne Staff
07.21.18
ICON MANN's 4th Annual Power 50 Dinner

Entrepreneur Empowers Black Men To Reclaim Their Narratives

Through ICON MANN, entrepreneur Tamara Houston is aiming to change the negative perception of Black men in the media.
by NewsOne Staff
05.12.18
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11-Year-Old Philanthropist Gifts Black Girls With Dolls

Zoe Terry, 11, founded the non-profit Zoe’s Dolls as an avenue to encourage Black girls to have a positive self-image.
by NewsOne Staff
02.24.18
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Miami Mom Creates Party Supplies For Black Children

Lynette Abbott created her business Craft My Occasion to increase the racial representation in children’s party supplies.
by NewsOne Staff
02.18.18
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