Why Black-Owned Banks Are More Important Than Ever
Black-owned banks are federally insured financial institutions that are owned by a majority of Black individuals and serve Black communities.
Why Black-Owned Banks Are More Important Than Ever
Black-owned banks are federally insured financial institutions that are owned by a majority of Black individuals and serve Black communities.
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Celebrating World Teachers’ Day
On October 5th, students and families across the globe celebrate World Teachers’ Day to highlight the incredible role teachers play in developing the future generation of leaders.The annual holiday commemorates the anniversary of the adoption of the Recommendations concerning the Status of Teachers by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and
Despite National Decline, Enrollment at HBCUs is Growing
More students are applying to and enrolling in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) than ever before, according to new data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the Common Black College Application (CBCA). The uptick in HBCU enrollment is especially notable given sustained declines in college enrollment
Louis Armstrong Music House Museum Receives New Funding
Joe Mabel CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsIn July 2022, the National Trust for Historic Preservation announced $3 million in grant funding for the rehabilitation of over 30 historical sites through its African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund (AACHAF). As the largest national fund focused on the preservation of African
Barriers to Broadband Access
As the necessity for reliable, high-speed internet grows, accessibility gaps persist in low-income neighborhoods, rural areas and communities of color. Among Black and Latino Americans, 77% reported having access to the internet in 2021 compared with 82% of White Americans, according to a 2022 survey from the U.S. Commerce Department.
Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
In January 2022, prices in the United rose at an annual rate of 7.5%, the fastest pace of inflation in 40 years. As Americans continue to grapple with increased costs, a report from the Pew Research Center found that the public’s top concern is to strengthen the economy.To further investigate
Tips From Successful CEOs
Back-to-school season is a time for students of all ages to reconnect with friends and put their best foot forward as they progress through their education. Here are a few pieces of advice from business leaders and CEOs for how students and early career professionals can succeed: Thasunda Brown Duckett,
Celebrating World Teachers’ Day
On October 5th, students and families across the globe celebrate World Teachers’ Day to highlight the incredible role teachers play in developing the future generation of leaders.The annual holiday commemorates the anniversary of the adoption of the Recommendations concerning the Status of Teachers by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and
Despite National Decline, Enrollment at HBCUs is Growing
More students are applying to and enrolling in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) than ever before, according to new data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the Common Black College Application (CBCA). The uptick in HBCU enrollment is especially notable given sustained declines in college enrollment
Louis Armstrong Music House Museum Receives New Funding
Joe Mabel CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsIn July 2022, the National Trust for Historic Preservation announced $3 million in grant funding for the rehabilitation of over 30 historical sites through its African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund (AACHAF). As the largest national fund focused on the preservation of African
Barriers to Broadband Access
As the necessity for reliable, high-speed internet grows, accessibility gaps persist in low-income neighborhoods, rural areas and communities of color. Among Black and Latino Americans, 77% reported having access to the internet in 2021 compared with 82% of White Americans, according to a 2022 survey from the U.S. Commerce Department.
Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
In January 2022, prices in the United rose at an annual rate of 7.5%, the fastest pace of inflation in 40 years. As Americans continue to grapple with increased costs, a report from the Pew Research Center found that the public’s top concern is to strengthen the economy.To further investigate
Tips From Successful CEOs
Back-to-school season is a time for students of all ages to reconnect with friends and put their best foot forward as they progress through their education. Here are a few pieces of advice from business leaders and CEOs for how students and early career professionals can succeed: Thasunda Brown Duckett,
