Author Morgan Harper Nichols Says Healing, Rest, and Play Are Black Resistance In an interview with Kindred, the Instagram poet, and author of ‘All Along You Were Blooming’ and ‘Peace is a Practice’ talks about Black history, her Southern upbringing, and giving grace to ourselves. By A. Rochaun Meadows-Fernandez Instagram poet, artist, and author Morgan Harper Nichols is a multimedia artist…
Meet 5 women who are using science to help save the planet International Day of Women and Girls in Science, celebrated on 11 February, recognizes the often overlooked contributions of women scientists. Research shows that despite a shortage of skills in most technological areas, gender disparity still exists in the field. Women make up less than a third of the workforce across science,…
Why Everyone Wins With More Women In Leadership By Solomon Amar The future is female. Research shows that companies with more women on their boards outperform those without by a significant margin, and organizations with greater gender diversity among senior leaders are more profitable. Yet despite significant progress, the proportion of women in senior management roles globally grew to 32% in 2022—the highest number…
All-female Super Bowl flyover team makes history By Kayna Whitworth, Lissette Rodriguez, and Katie Kindelan This Super Bowl Sunday, a group of women made history. The flyover before Sunday’s game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs at Phoenix’s State Farm Stadium was piloted by an all-female team. The four female pilots orchestrating the diamond formation honored 50 years of women flying in the U.S.…
Celebrate Black History Month With 9 Black-Owned, Female-Led Brands By Anna Keeve February is Black History Month, a time that celebrates the achievements of Black Americans and honors the legacy of African-American culture in the US. The 2021 Black History Month comes on the heels of last year’s events still fresh in many minds; it was a momentous time that brought…
How 23-Year-Old Sisters Are Disrupting The Status Quo By Bonnie Marcus Sarah and Leah Talabi were told by their mother from the time they were very young, “You can do whatever you want with your life, but first you have to start a company because you have to contribute to the world before you take from it.” The twins, now…
R’Bonney Gabriel becomes 1st Filipina American crowned Miss Universe R’Bonney Gabriel has made history as the first Filipina American to be named Miss Universe. “Filipinos are so happy. They are just over the moon about it,” Gabriel said Monday of the reception to her groundbreaking win on “Good Morning America.” “It’s a huge win for the community and just representation.…
Meet Kavi—the First South Asian American Girl Doll Meet Kavi—the First South Asian American Girl Doll By Pooja Shah American Girl unveiled its 2023 Girl of the Year: Kavika (“Kavi”) Sharma. Retailing at $115, Kavi has made history as the first South Asian American doll, aligning with the company’s goal to create products that spotlight examples from diverse backgrounds and cultural roots. “Kavi joins…
2023 wish list: Top women’s sports storylines to follow in the new year By Lisa Antonucci USWNT goes for historic three-peat at FIFA Women’s World Cup The countdown is on to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, July 20-Aug. 20, where the U.S. Women’s National Team will look to defend their 2019 title at the tournament cohosted by Australia and…
Finance pro: How this one simple yet little-known method with save you thousands in 2023 – and tackle all your money goals with ease By Sophie Haslett A young finance expert has shared the one plan you need to follow to set and achieve your goals in 2023. The Australian founder and CEO of Smart Women Society Téa Angelos, 25, said if…
