Residents of Canterbury, Conn., were in an uproar over the controversial actions of Prudence Crandall, the principal of the Canterbury Female Boarding School. Initially supported by prominent figures in the community, Crandall quickly became...
Michelle Howard is a trailblazer in every sense of the word. Throughout her 35-year career in the U.S. Navy, she shattered glass ceilings and broke new ground, becoming the first female to achieve the...
This week on American Black Journal, the spotlight is on Suicide Prevention Month, an important annual observance dedicated to raising awareness about mental health, combating stigma, and providing resources to prevent suicide. According to...
Brian Lozenski, Ph.D., an associate professor of urban and multicultural education at Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota, has recently come under scrutiny for controversial statements he made in a video posted over two...
Fairfax County officials recently honored the legacy of Robert Gunnell, an African-American farmer who played a significant role in promoting education, religion, and community in the region. The initiative to recognize Gunnell's contributions was...
As the 2024 election approaches, the Alpha Delta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. in Nashville, TN, is gearing up to host a Virtual Voter Education Session in partnership with community organizations....