Crystal James makes history as University of Michigan’s first Black woman police chief, bringing a community-focused approach to campus safety after overcoming career setbacks.
Beyoncé donates $500K to launch the first Black Equestrians Program, supporting Black cowboys and ranchers while celebrating their cultural legacy.
Cuban wrestler Mijaín López makes Olympic history by winning his fifth consecutive gold medal in Greco-Roman wrestling at Paris 2024.
Angela White-Jones makes history as the first Black president of Orlando’s Junior League, bringing diversity to a 77-year-old tradition of community service.
In 1991, Condoleezza Rice made history as Chevron’s first Black director, paving the way for greater corporate diversity and inclusion in America’s boardrooms.
Compton renames post office to honor Pfc. James Anderson Jr., the first Black Marine Medal of Honor recipient who saved fellow soldiers in Vietnam with his heroic sacrifice.
Seb Hines makes history as the first Black head coach in NWSL, leading Orlando Pride to record-breaking success and securing a new contract through 2026.
Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo made history by becoming the first African athlete to win the Olympic gold medal in the 200m event, setting a new African record in the process.
Rebeca Andrade’s historic performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where she became the first Brazilian athlete to win six medals, including a gold in the floor exercise, is a testament to her resilience, skill, and Black excellence.