Author: Yaw Agbey
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Deborah Archer becomes the first Black woman president of the ACLU, set to lead the organization’s fight for racial equality and civil rights in America.
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Zenith Taylor makes history as the first Black woman president of Queens County Bar Association and New York’s statewide civic engagement coordinator. Learn about her groundbreaking achievements and mission.
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Warren Moon’s 2006 induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame marked a historic milestone for Black quarterbacks in the NFL. Learn about his journey and impact on the sport.
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Rebeca Andrade, Simone Biles, and Jordan Chiles make Olympic history as the first Black women to sweep Floor Exercise medals at the 2024 Paris Games.
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McKenzie Ariana Kerry makes history as the second Black Miss Iowa USA, using her platform to inspire and elevate Black women and local businesses.
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Discover how Eamoni Collier’s Urban Garden Brewing became DC’s first Black woman-owned brewery, promoting diversity and sustainability in craft beer.
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Kennedy Ryan, the first Black RITA Award winner, returns to traditional publishing with “Before I Let Go,” a bestselling novel exploring second-chance romance and mental health.
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Dr. Mary Hinton makes history as the first Black president of the College of St. Benedict, bringing visionary leadership and a commitment to diversity to the Minnesota institution.
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Lilian Seenoi Barr, Derry Mayor, diversity in Irish politics, Clare visit, Scariff Harbour Festival, civic reception, inclusion, Northern Ireland politics
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Vernice Armour, America’s first Black female combat pilot, to inspire Heidelberg University students as keynote speaker for the Patricia Adams Lecture Series in September 2024.
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