John Hall: Green is the new black
byAfrican Americans have traditionally been part of communities that have borne the brunt of environmental discord, with landfills and pollution sources located in areas where people of color predominantly live.
Society
Jump Shot: Coached by Mom, Maya, Smart Family Aims for Community Life in Austin
byWhen Maya Smart arrives in a new community she jumps right in. “I’ve moved a lot over the last 15 years, and volunteering is…
Business Network Celebrates 10 Years
byTen years since its inception, the Austin chapter of the National Black MBA Association is the city’s premier Black business collective, but you don’t need the degree…
INSIDE THE SPHINX
byJune is officially Black Music Month! Let’s take a listen to something a little different. BODE is a podcast featuring African American classical musicians and other musicians of color.
Collaborative Disruption
byKhotso Khabele and Michael Strong are disrupting the nation’s existing educational model.
Racism En Vivo
byRacismo en Mexico is a campaign to eliminate racism in Mexico by showing its deep roots and common occurrence.
Hawkins Bucklew Handcrafted Jewelry Designs
byFriends and supporters toasted Hawkins Bucklew Handcrafted Jewelry Designs’ new line of custom jewelry during Austin Fashion Week on Apr. 26 at Cru Wine Bar in the Domain.
Donna Brazile Speech Electrifies Black Women in Austin
byThe first African American to manage a presidential campaign says that in 2008, across all measures, Black women had the highest voter turnout, emphasizing that who they vote for influences who is elected into political office.
Austin Celebrates Fashion Week, Plans Expansion to Dallas
byThe 6th Annual Austin Fashion Week, Apr. 24 to May 3, was filled with runway shows, exciting new designs, shopping at the Marketplace, red…