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The Reading Quilt: The Steam Chasers: The Blackness of Space

Apr 21, 2022 10:00AM ● By Dr. Rachel Slaughter

This month, a YA Lit book that takes us on a journey to Space Camp where we learn about the amazing Black astronauts and physicists, is the focus of this month’s reading quilt.

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5 Best African Volunteer Programs

Apr 15, 2022 02:00PM ● By Anand Subramanian

These days, the greatest Africa volunteer tours provide some of the best possibilities to make a long-term impact in communities throughout the world.

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4 Reasons to Know and Live By Your Personal Brand

Apr 02, 2022 10:00AM ● By Candice Stewart

The first quarter of the year is over and many people have already forgotten about their resolutions and intentions for 2022. As we transition from winter into spring, revisit the intentions you set for yourself.

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World Poetry Day: Poems from Prolific Black Women Poets to Expand your Worldviews

Mar 21, 2022 10:00AM ● By Nana Ama Addo

March 21st is World Poetry Day. In celebration of rhetoric, artistry, and female poets of the African diaspora, we are highlighting prolific poets from around the world and their work.

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5 of the Best African Female Authors

Mar 19, 2022 10:00AM ● By Anand Subramanian

Here are five of Africa's most accomplished female authors, who write on a diverse variety of social and cultural topics, from women's rights and feminism to post-war and post-colonial identities.

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Importance of “Pi” in the World

Mar 14, 2022 09:30AM ● By Anand Subramanian

Pi is a fundamental notion that arises in all areas of mathematics. It is a vital principle that aids in the comprehension of universal truths as well as certain mathematical topics.

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Gun Violence Prevention: Mentorship Programs for Philly Youth

Mar 04, 2022 12:00PM ● By Nana Ama Addo

To provide Philadelphia communities with positive outlets for youth, specifically young men, with the hope of aiding in lessening this gun violence trend, we have collected a list of mentorship programs for Philadelphia youth.

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From the Tuskegee Experiments to the COVID-19 Vaccine: Understanding COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy Part I

Mar 01, 2022 11:00AM ● By Nana Ama Addo

FunTimes Magazine offers a three-part article series that explores the backdrop of COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy.

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The Reading Quilt: But, Mostly Love

Feb 25, 2022 08:00AM ● By Rachel Slaughter

Using the acronym QUILT, Slaughter offers readers information about the Quality of writing, Universal theme, Imaginative plot, as well as a mini Lesson plan, and Talking points that stem from the book’s premise. This month’s selection is “But, Mostly Love,” by Sandra Turner-Barnes, poet and Black History enthusiast.

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International Day of Women and Girls in Science: Top STEM Industries, and STEM Scholarships for Black Women and Girls

Feb 11, 2022 10:00AM ● By Nana Ama Addo

On February 11th, the United Nations General Assembly and respective communities celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science. To fuel the next generation of Black women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), we are highlighting top STEM careers and scholarships for women in STEM.

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