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Haiti Child Gang Recruitment Solutions and The Long Shadow of Debt
Explore the roots of Haiti’s gang crisis, from historical debts to child recruitment solutions discussed at CSW70 and the new Gang Suppression Force mandate.
Why African Women in the Diaspora Demand Justice at UN CSW70
The 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women opened at the UN today with a specific focus on “strengthening access to justice.”
Why the NAACP Census Counting Challenge Matters for Our Future
The NAACP filed a legal motion today challenging current attempts to change how the U.S. Census counts people.
Why Florida HB 1471 Terrorist Bill Sparks Civil Liberty Fears
Florida HB 1471 gives state leaders power to label groups as domestic terrorists, sparking fears of targeting Black, Muslim, and immigrant communities.
Why Cardiology Desert Solutions for Black Patients Matter Now
The Association of Black Cardiologists is tackling cardiology deserts in the rural South, bridging medical gaps and addressing systemic health inequities.
The Dominican Republic Environmental Justice Battle for Jaragua
Activists in the Dominican Republic fight to protect Jaragua National Park from privatization, arguing for Afro-descendant rights and environmental justice.
Pan-African Climate and Health Consortium Impact: Fixing History
Leading African universities launch a £60M consortium to tackle the climate health crisis, focusing on environmental justice and science equity.
Ghana UN Resolution: A Bold Path for Slave Trade Reparations
Ghana leads a historic move at the UN to classify the Transatlantic Slave Trade as a crime against humanity, opening a legal path for international reparations.
Houston Rodeo’s Black Heritage Day Misinformation Revealed
Leaders fight misinformation surrounding Houston Rodeo’s Black Heritage Day, highlighting the legacy of Black cowboys, agricultural education, and scholarships.
Did Dallas Primary Chaos Revive a Century of Voter Suppression?
Explore the history of voter suppression in Texas, from all-white primaries to the 2026 Dallas primary chaos and the gutting of the Voting Rights Act.
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