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After a suicidal thought nearly took his life, Pastor Michael A. Walrond Jr. chose therapy instead of silence. Now he's built Harlem's first faith-based mental health center to help others do the same.
When Jourdan Barnett noticed African Americans were barely visible in the cosplay world, he decided to change the narrative one costume at a time. Known as Blerd Vision, he's creating stunning representations of both white and Black comic book characters, proving superhero stories belong to everyone.
New genetic analysis at Virginia Commonwealth University has revealed the ancestral origins and physical characteristics of 53 people—including nine children—whose bodies were stolen from African American burial grounds in the 1800s. The breakthrough brings researchers closer to potentially connecting descendants with their ancestors and ensuring proper memorial and burial.
Two Philadelphia educators just taught 5,000 years of African and African American history in one incredible 31-hour lesson, and they're waiting for Guinness to confirm their world record. Dr. Anita Lewis and Gwendolyn W. Ebron turned endurance into education at a powerful community event.
A Rockford organization has invested over $1.25 million in scholarships for African American students since 1981. This year alone, 36 students will receive financial support to pursue their college dreams.
Emory researchers cracked the code on diversifying Alzheimer's studies by meeting African American communities where they are. Church gatherings and neighborhood events boosted enrollment in communities hit hardest by the disease.
Four high school baseball players bonded at a diversity program in Arizona and discovered they'll all be teammates at LSU. The annual DREAM Series is building pathways for African American athletes while creating lasting friendships.