Pauli Murray Source: Bettmann / Getty July 1 is the annual feast day for Episcopal saint Pauli Murray, the first Black woman to be ordained by the denomination: an affirmation of her many contributions not only to the church but…
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Jay-Z Covers Legal Fees For Wisconsin Protesters
Mogul Shawn Carter has been a champion for social justice and amid the unrest following the recent acts of police brutality he is ensuring that those on the frontlines fighting for change are supported. According to Revolt, the Roc Nation…
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Trayvon Martin To Be Memorialized With Street Naming
The senseless murder of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin ignited a movement for racial justice that reverberated across the world and now 8 years after his harrowing death his hometown is ensuring his legacy is kept alive. According to the Miami Herald,…
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Colin Kaepernick Lands Partnership With Disney
Activist and athlete Colin Kaepernick has evolved into a leading voice for the empowerment of disenfranchised communities and he’s on a mission to ensure that stories of those who have been marginalized are brought to the forefront. After being appointed…
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Rihanna’s Nonprofit Donates $11 Million To Racial Justice Initiatives
From providing support for underserved communities amid the public health crisis to leading initiatives designed to address racial injustices, songstress and mogul Rihanna has been using her nonprofit as a vessel to evoke change. One of the Clara Lionel Foundation’s…
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Russell Westbrook, Stanley Nelson Jr. To Create Docuseries About Black Wall Street
NBA star Russell Westbrook is adding Executive Producer to his repertoire. According to Variety, the Houston Rockets point guard is teaming up with award-winning filmmaker Stanley Nelson Jr. for the creation of a docuseries about the Tulsa race massacre that…
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Michael Jordan And Jordan Brand Will Donate $100 Million To Racial And Social Justice Organizations
Following the murder of George Floyd, several companies have pledged to rally around organizations centered on fighting racial injustice. According to ESPN, basketball legend Michael Jordan and the Jordan Brand have vowed to donate $100 million to nonprofits focused on…
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Colin Kaepernick Expands Know Your Rights Camp Legal Defense Initiative
Athlete and activist Colin Kaepernick is expanding his efforts to support individuals on the frontlines fighting for justice. According to Revolt, his Know Your Rights Camp will provide legal resources for protesters throughout the country. Colin Kaepernick's Know Your Rights…
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