Influential People

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Jackie Robinson's Role In Breaking The Baseball Color Barrier

Feb 01, 2023 10:00AM ● By Burns Johnson

His courage and determination changed the game of baseball forever and inspired generations of athletes after him, breaking the color barrier of Major League Baseball in 1947.

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A Moroccan Woman's Journey To Reach The Seven Summits: Bouchra Baibanou's Inspiring Story

Jan 31, 2023 09:00AM ● By Burns Johnson

This incredible feat began in 2011 and was no easy task, but that didn't stop her from achieving her goal.

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Who are the Black Civil Rights Leaders we should follow?

Jan 25, 2023 11:00AM ● By Anand Subramanian

These young activists, organizers, and thinkers have pushed for racial justice and equality, using their platforms to amplify marginalized communities' voices and demand change.

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Passionate About Serving People

Jan 17, 2023 04:00PM ● By Michael Butscher (London Correspondent)

President and CEO of Campaign for Working Families (CWF), Dr. Nikia Owens, says her vision for CWF is to grow and expand its service delivery and to make a clear, direct impact on people’s lives socially and financially.

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Remembering the Black Celebrities, We Lost in 2022

Jan 16, 2023 02:00PM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

FunTimes Magazine commemorates some of the Black stars we lost last year and remembers their achievements.

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Black Nobel Prize Winners

Dec 17, 2022 11:00AM ● By Minna Davies

This list includes some of the most brilliant minds of our time, who have made significant contributions in their field and have helped change the world as we know it.

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Top Black Motivational Speakers to Lift Your Spirits

Sep 23, 2022 03:00PM ● By Anand Subramanian

With their words, motivational speakers can stir the whole globe to greatness.

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7 BLACK WOMEN MAKING HISTORY

Sep 22, 2022 10:00AM ● By Minna Davies

Black women have contributed significantly to the advancement of American culture throughout history in every sphere, including politics, medicine, and athletics.

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