Kicking It Collab: I Love My HBCU Jacket
byLast week was Huston-Tillotson’s homecoming week, we’re in the middle of Black History month and there’s still so much more to celebrate! Founded in…
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What Dentistry Teaches us About Curbing Racism
byTooth decay is a disease that is preventable through early education before bad habits develop. Likewise, racism should be seen not as an attitude, but as a disease that can, and should be addressed at an early age.
Huston-Tillotson’s New President is Ready to ‘Kick Butt and Take Names’
byDr. Melva K. Williams has trained or mentored more than 400 of today’s leaders at historically Black colleges and universities as co-founder of the…
Moyo Oyelola Presents: Dept of the People + Processing
byPart performance art, part experiment, Oyelola’s interactive runs until February 25, 2022 at Carver Mseum.
Austin Area Black-Owned Med and Wellness Spa
by“Wellness starts in the mind and begins with how we feel about ourselves. I believe our bodies are a work of Art and here at Le’Body we help to maintain the masterpiece”, says Karen Loveless, CEO of Le’Body Med Spa & Wellness,
RichesArt Gallery’s Newest Exhibit ‘Comic Con’ Is A Love Letter To Fandom
byOctober (the best time of the year!) is a month chock-full of great vibes and outings for all ages, and to celebrate the festive…
Austin Bids Goodbye to the Director of the Office of Police Monitor
byThe City of Austin is tasked with finding a new Director of its Office of Police Oversight after receiving notice that Farah Muscadin has…
Pink Sugar Treats & Eats Has a Sweet New Storefront in East Austin
bySweet Sugar Treats & Eats began as just a self-challenge to recreate a cake seen by Shelesa “Sugar” Tennon in a cooking competition. Now it’s a thriving custom bakery and baking class with a brand new storefront!
Queens Queening: $1 Million Black Fund Launches
byA new fund aimed at helping Black-led organizations in Austin, founded by five Black women, has raised its first $1 million, with plans to…
Whip Your Hair Back and Forth at The Black Hair Experience
byTwo Austinites created a space to celebrate Black hair with an exhibit called The Black Hair Experience,
Black Women of ATX: A Brave Space for Women
byWhen Sydney Martens moved to Austin at the height of the pandemic, she found it hard to meet and connect with other women. After joining some Facebook groups, she noticed how a lot of co-ed groups allowed bashing and disparaging comments of Black Women.
Best in the Citi | Innovators
bySoulCitixAALI HDR – Purple1644424769696-9661665911155586 soulciti and the African American Leadership Institute (AALI) are recognizing the accomplishments of Black Austinites who are leaving their mark…