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Campaign for Working Families honors longtime volunteers and seasonal workers at its annual end-of-the-year event

May 26, 2023 12:00PM ● By SueAnn Rybak

The nonprofit distributed 55 awards to volunteers and seasonal employees that have worked with them for 10 years and longer.

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The Amazing Black Woman Behind Some Of The Biggest Black Art Exhibits In America

May 22, 2023 10:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Pauline Forlenza, Director of The American Federation of Arts (AFA) has been at the forefront of curating exhibits nationwide that highlight the work of Black artists and increase access to diverse audiences.

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Harry Belafonte: a singer and actor but an activist at heart

May 10, 2023 10:00AM ● By The Conversation via Reuters Connect

Belafonte led a life of tireless activism and was present at the many peaks of 20th-century civil and human rights struggles across the globe.

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5 Major Historical Contributions by Black Inventors

May 01, 2023 02:00PM ● By Anand Subramanian

It is critical to acknowledge and appreciate Black innovators' accomplishments, not just for their historical value but also for the inspiration they bring to future generations.

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Meet Victoria Namusisi, the Remarkable Woman Providing Shelter for Hundreds of Kids From Disadvantaged Backgrounds in Uganda

Apr 24, 2023 10:00AM ● By Kufre N.

In an exclusive interview with FunTimes, Namusisi discusses the origin and passion behind her impactful philanthropy.

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Noni Jabavu was a pioneering South African writer - a new book shows how relevant she still is

Apr 21, 2023 10:00AM ● By The Conversation via Reuters Connect

Noni Jabavu was the first Black South African woman to publish memoirs and one of the first African women to pursue a literary career abroad.

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The Hottest Black Actors and Actresses in This Day and Age

Apr 15, 2023 10:00AM ● By Anand Subramanian

These individuals have won the hearts of audiences worldwide with their unmistakable charm, incredible abilities, and unquestionable talent.

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Meet Beulah Obioma, the Tall, Stunning Nigerian Model Building Black Women’s Body Confidence, One Tiktok Video at a Time!

Apr 14, 2023 04:00PM ● By Kufre N.

She captivates and inspires her audience through her interpretations of strength in vulnerability which unravels via modeling, beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and acting.

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Chika Jones: A Nigerian writer creating awareness of societal issues through his poetry

Apr 12, 2023 04:00PM ● By Kufre N

In an exclusive interview with FunTimes, Jones opens up about what inspires his creativity and how poetry contributes to storytelling, which is the base of cultures.

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Alexander Isak, the Afro-Swedish soccer player that has taken the world by storm

Apr 12, 2023 12:00PM ● By Jerrywright Ukwu

Alexander Isak is the child of African refugees. His parents fled war-torn Eritrea before he was born in Solna, a working-class suburb of Stockholm, Sweden.

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