Author: Yaw Agbey
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Cherelle Parker makes history as Philadelphia’s first female mayor, elected in a groundbreaking victory in 2022. Explore her early life and political rise, leading to her swearing-in on January 2nd, 2023. Mayor Parker addresses critical issues like gun…
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The remarkable journey of Cicely Tyson, the trailblazing actress born in Harlem, New York. From her early life and modeling career to breakthrough roles in film and television, Tyson portrayed dignified Black female characters, earning accolades for her…
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The inspiring journey of Hattie McDaniel, the first Black Oscar winner who broke barriers in Hollywood. From her early life and career beginnings to the controversial Oscar glory for “Gone With the Wind,” discover how McDaniel’s legacy paved…
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The remarkable journey of Maame Biney, who made history as the first Black woman to join the U.S. Speedskating Team five years ago. From her early introduction to speedskating in Virginia to her groundbreaking qualification for the U.S.…
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The impactful journey of Melvin Carter III, the 55th Mayor of St. Paul and its first African American Mayor. From his early life, community organizing, to significant achievements in equity initiatives, affordable housing, and policing reforms, delve into…
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28-year-old Ghanaian artist Prince Gyasi becomes the inaugural Black photographer for the iconic Pirelli calendar. Explore his “Timelessness” theme, capturing diverse icons like Naomi Campbell and Amanda Gorman through an African lens.
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Discover Erika James, the first female and African American dean of Wharton Business School, breaking barriers and bringing expertise in organizational psychology, leadership diversity, crisis management, and workplace equality
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The inspiring journey of Hettie Simmons Love, the first Black graduate of Wharton Business School, immortalized in the children’s book “Hettie Simmons Love: Penn Pioneer.”
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The remarkable journey of Len Tau and Yasmani, Tswana tribesmen who made history in 1904 as the first Black Africans to compete in the modern Olympics. Running barefoot in the challenging St. Louis marathon, they faced obstacles like…
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The remarkable journey of Linda Ervin, the first Black woman to serve as a minority leader in Onondaga County, representing parts of DeWitt and Syracuse. Despite facing challenges, Ervin’s 13-year legacy includes advocating for diversity, social services, and…
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