Journey to Black Wall Street (Part 1)
byI was never taught in school about Black entrepreneurs, investors or inventors, which I believe many of us are not.
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3 Secret-Recipe Chicken Spots in Surprising Locations
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Issues Between Black Men and Women that Lead Men to Date Interracial Only-And How to Solve Them
byInterracial dating can be a beautiful thing, and both Black men and women date outside their race.
Austin Adults Graduate Free Minds Community Program
byOver the weeks of class conversation, writing practice, and shared meals together, that feeling of uncertainty is replaced by confidence and curiosity.
5 Black-Owned Food Trucks in Austin You Must Try
byGooey, cheese fries, tender brisket, and “itis-inducing” soul food are just a few items you can find at some of Austin’s Black-owned food trucks. To…
What’s Next for Tech Diversity in Austin, Texas?
byWhen I first tell people I live in Silicon Hills, most people look at me with a very confused expression.
New Report: Black Households Face Segregation & Hate Crimes
byPeople of color, persons with disabilities, and other marginalized groups continue to be unlawfully shut out of many neighborhoods that provide quality schools and health care, fresh food, employment opportunities, quality and affordable credit, small business investment, and other opportunities that affect life outcomes.
United Passenger’s Criminal Past Leak is a Tactic Black People Know Too Well
byThe media insinuates that the victim somehow deserves the mistreatment, as if past actions vindicate police brutality.
‘Shots Fired’ TV Series Explores Aftermath of Police Shootings
byThe FOX show’s producer says it’s inspired by “the Trayvon Martin and George Zimmerman tragedy.”
Van Jones’ Inspiring SXSW Talk
byJones’ central message to Austin was the idea that communities of color need to start focusing on economic power rather than political power.
Blackademics 2017 Recorded Live at KLRU
byEach speaker briefly presented their current academic work, creating an appetite in some audience members for more.