White gaze on Black America
How do we change the cultural perception that White America has of Black women? Yes, I’m rocking braids, cornrows or an Afro, but I’m still
November 13, 2020
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How do we change the cultural perception that White America has of Black women? Yes, I’m rocking braids, cornrows or an Afro, but I’m still
Have White women profited from looking Black? The social media trolls were not happy about Ayesha Curry’s recent hair transformation from brunette to platinum blonde.
Self-taught Nigerian artist Collins Obijakurefers to himself as a custodian of contemporary Black culture. He uses his art as a vehicle to explore the evolving
For nearly 30 years, three words have been my answer to a number of queries received from the White People’s Delegation of America. “Why don’t
Adrian Brandon is a Seattle-raised, Brooklyn-based visual artist who is using his creativity to capture attention, raise awareness and get people thinking. He is driven
In this week’s episode of “Duh!” singer Justin Bieber admitted that he has “benefited from Black culture” and therefore vows to fight to obliterate racism
Normani wants to make “whatever she does Black.” The former Fifth Harmony singer is keen to promote her culture through her music and insisted that
If you live in Atlanta, you’ve probably seen some of Fabian Williams’ socially conscious artwork throughout the city. His art includes various portraits of African
Popeyes caused a stir on social media after the company released its new fried chicken sandwich last week. The release caused a debate centered around
The National Black Arts Festival provides educational programs in music, dance, film, visual arts, theater and literary arts locally, nationally and internationally for diverse audiences.
The themes presented during Beyoncé’s Coachella performance were anchored by Black cultural moments that may have a puzzled some viewers. With her new Netflix documentary Homecoming, Beyoncé
[jwplayer B5rs6Qrx-cLZpqEsi] Never one to back down from a fight, Dame Dash has always stood as an unapologetic figure in hip-hop, ready to battle in
AfroPunk has been defining culture for over 13 years now. AfroPunk is all about pushing forward the boundaries of multiculturalism and diversity in music. Although
A few short days from now, thousands of Black folks eager to relax, relate and rejuvenate will flock to The Big Easy for the 2018
Described by the New York Times as “one of America’s more significant playwrights,” Carlyle Brown’s career in theater has been dedicated to provoking conversations about race
Jay-Z’s 13th album, 4:44, has been the talk of the music world. The album has prompted questions regarding his relationship with Beyonce, explored the complicated narrative of
Thousands gathered for the 2017 Black History and Culture Showcase in Philadelphia April 15-16. The free event was held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center and
President Barack Obama and the First Family, media outlets from across the nation and influences got a chance to preview the National African-American History and Culture
A culture war has been brewing for quite some time now between black and white America. The latest battle in this never-ending saga began on February
Can we end colorism? A case for conclusions Through centuries of suffering under the discriminatory effects of colorism within the Diaspora, many Blacks wonder if
