Influential People

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Mae C. Jemison - The First Black Woman In Space

Apr 12, 2021 03:00PM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

On this year’s International Day of Human Space Flight, we celebrate the remarkable Mae C. Jemison - the first Black woman in space.

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Lisa Taylor, Director at Fresh Grocer, Leads and Strategically Serves the Community During a Crisis

Mar 17, 2021 09:00AM ● By Nana Ama Addo

Lisa Taylor is the Director at Fresh Grocer on Monument Road. After climbing the corporate ladder, she joined the ShopRite team, which is operated by Brown’s Super Stores Inc..

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Dr. Alfredo Alexander, Panamanian-American Dentist and Decorated War Vet, Fulfills the American Dream during COVID-19

Mar 10, 2021 08:00AM ● By Nana Ama Addo

Dr. Alexander has maintained the essence of his culture and individuality, while fulfilling his goal of obtaining the American dream, which he continues to do while battling against COVID-19.

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Bonang Matheba - One of Africa’s Most Influential Women

Mar 08, 2021 08:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Bonang Matheba wears many hats. Businesswoman, multi-award-winning presenter, and philanthropist. She is undoubtedly one of Africa’s most influential women. Learn more about her here.

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Two-Time Cancer Survivor Overcomes Life Challenges

Mar 08, 2021 08:00AM ● By Candice Stewart

On this International Women's Day, Maisie Brown and women like her deserve recognition and continued support as they go through life refusing to be victims. This two-time cancer survivor and woman of power uses every opportunity to share her story and encourage those currently going through cancer treatment.

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Celebrate the 110th International Women’s Day

Mar 08, 2021 08:00AM ● By Kassidy Garland

Despite her love of film, DuVernay never actually got behind a camera until she was 32 years old.

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Fresh Perspective: How Fresh Grocer’s Mouna Haidara Uses Empowerment to Lead by Example During COVID-19

Feb 24, 2021 08:00AM ● By Kerith Gabriel. Additional reports by Kassidy Garland

“I try to build a community of people who want to do the work and take pride in having whatever they’re doing be a part of their responsibilities.”

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Fred Wright of AFSCME Local 1739 Highlights Union Workers’ Needs During a Pandemic

Feb 24, 2021 08:00AM ● By Nana Ama Addo

AFSCME Local 1739 is a union that represents employees who work in the Philadelphia Community and Social Service Agencies.

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Leaders To Be Aware of On World Day Of Social Justice

Feb 20, 2021 08:00AM ● By Kassidy Garland

FunTimes Magazine presents five Black leaders who are making a difference, whether for #BlackLivesMatter, Black maternal health, or the fight against poverty.

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4 South African Women Using Their Voice For Social Justice

Feb 20, 2021 08:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

These 4 South African Women are using their knowledge, skills and platforms to tackle the many social issues that face South Africa.

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