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Brazilian Quilombolas Gain COP30 Climate Recognition
Brazilian quilombola communities achieved COP30 climate recognition, a pivotal moment for these descendants of enslaved Africans fighting for land rights and climate justice.
Black Farmers Fight for Climate Justice in NC
North Carolina Black farmers are at the forefront of the climate justice movement, using sustainable farming methods to combat environmental racism and food insecurity.
South Carolina’s Gag Rule Challenges Black History
South Carolina’s classroom gag rule faces a legal challenge from the NAACP LDF, impacting Black history education and AP African American Studies. This censorship restricts learning.
CROWN Act: The History Behind Hair Equality
Pennsylvania’s CROWN Act hair discrimination law makes history, banning bias against natural hair in workplaces and schools. This landmark legislation advances racial equality.
Pan-African GBV Campaign: History Behind 16 Days Activism
Explore the history of the Pan-African Gender-Based Violence (GBV) campaign and 16 Days of Activism, highlighting ongoing struggles for women’s rights across Africa.
Senegal’s Debt Crisis: Impact on Youth and Public Funds
Senegal’s hidden debt crisis impact on youth is dire, as undisclosed debt leads to IMF suspension & austerity. This threatens education, jobs, and social spending, impacting Senegal’s economy.
NY’s Voting Rights: History Behind the Headlines
New York’s John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act (NYVRA) faces ongoing challenges in racial vote dilution and redistricting. This act is crucial for protecting voting rights.
LDF Mourns Viola Ford Fletcher: Tulsa Massacre Survivor’s Legacy
Viola Ford Fletcher’s passing marks the end of her extraordinary fight for Tulsa Race Massacre reparations. Her legacy ignites calls for racial justice and repair.
Remembering H. Rap Brown: Legacy of a Black Power Icon
H. Rap Brown’s death and legacy as Jamil Al-Amin reignites debate over aging political prisoners. Explore his Black Power activism and controversial conviction.
Charleston Lawyers Demand Police Accountability for Black Residents
Charleston WV police accountability for Black residents is demanded by lawyers due to persistent police brutality and racial bias, urging city council investigation.
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