Tag: Black Community

Economic Empowerment for the Black Community: Lessons from H Mart and Uwajimaya

The Black community can gain economic empowerment by building grocery chains similar to H Mart and Uwajimaya, which have successfully combined business with cultural preservation. Drawing on Dr. Amos Wilson’s ideas from Blueprint for Black Power, we must take control of industries that serve our communities and keep wealth circulating within them. This could lead to greater economic independence, job creation, and a renewed sense of community for Black Americans.

Umar Johnson Calls Out Vanessa Bryant: Wealth & Community Debate Ignites

In a recent development, Umar Johnson's critique of Vanessa Bryant's use of Kobe Bryant's wealth raises crucial questions about philanthropy and community support. This controversy has ignited a broader debate on the responsibility of the affluent in uplifting underprivileged communities. The discourse extends beyond individual actions, probing deeper into systemic issues of wealth distribution and educational equity. It's a moment that calls for introspection and action in the realm of community investment and empowerment.

Black History Lesson Plan Workshop at the Burke Museum: Promoting Black History Education

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The Black History Lesson Plan Workshop held at the Burke Museum on February 25th, 2023, brought educators, administrators, and community members together to explore the importance of Black history education and share resources and strategies for incorporating Black history into teaching and learning.

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The Disconnect between the BLM Movement and Black Male Students in Education

It is important to acknowledge the lives of Trayvon Martin, Michael Brown, and Eric Garner. These men and their families have made an impact on the world and it is important to remember their lives and the struggles they faced. Their deaths brought attention to the ongoing issue of systemic racism and police brutality against Black individuals and helped to galvanize the Black Lives Matter movement. By remembering their lives, we can honor their legacy and continue to fight for racial justice in their memory.

Undervalued Commodities

Dear Undervalued Commodities, Oil, marijuana, and electricity are commodities that sell themselves. I wish Black people realized that we're the only commodity that can literally sell ourselves... Right now we are providing services like we need them, when we should be offering our services at a premium. A cultural revolution really is the solution, because … Continue reading Undervalued Commodities →

The Lockdown may have been the key to energize the youth intellectually!

Courtesy of Riah Shots When schools closed due to Covid-19 earlier this year. I was concerned for students academically, socially and emotionally. While there have been frustrations here and there with online learning, our society has presented a number of topics that students have no choice but to notice. Courtesy of Riah Shots This morning, … Continue reading The Lockdown may have been the key to energize the youth intellectually! →