Category: Featured
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Sidney Carroll makes history as Norfolk Fire-Rescue’s first Black fire chief in 150 years, bringing four decades of experience to lead the department.
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Doris Wilkinson, UK’s first Black graduate and faculty member, leaves behind a legacy of breaking barriers and advancing racial equality in higher education.
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Portland’s Black elders honored in national ‘I See My Light Shining’ project, preserving oral histories of resilience and community building for future generations.
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Damian Williams, Willamette University’s first Black head coach and winningest leader, passes at 52, leaving a rich legacy in sports and education
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Union of Black Episcopalians honors Presiding Bishop Michael Curry for his transformative leadership, focusing on inclusivity, racial reconciliation, and environmental stewardship in the Episcopal Church.
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Tonatte Mitchell, Charleston Police Department, first Black woman captain, law enforcement diversity, community policing, police recruitment, breaking barriers, public service, female police officers
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William Goines, the first Black Navy SEAL, passes away at 88, leaving a legacy of excellence and diversity in Naval Special Warfare. His journey from segregated Ohio to elite special operations inspires future generations.
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Leslie Odom Jr. leads the cast in the first revival of Ossie Davis’ satirical masterpiece Purlie Victorious on Broadway after 62 years, challenging stereotypes and celebrating Black pride.
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Emeline King, the trailblazing woman who became Ford Motor Company’s first Black female car designer, has been honored with the prestigious Presidential Lifetime Achievement Gold Award for her groundbreaking contributions and unwavering perseverance in the automotive industry.
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Cheryl Porter’s historic appointment as the first Black woman president of the American Water Works Association marks a significant step toward ensuring equitable access to clean water and championing diverse leadership in the water sector.
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