Tag: achievement
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Jocelyn Bioh, the Ghanaian-American playwright behind “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” makes history as the first Black woman playwright to receive five Tony Award nominations, including Best Play, shattering glass ceilings and amplifying diverse voices on Broadway.
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The remarkable journey of Carl Maxie Brashear, the first African American Master Diver in the U.S. Navy. Overcoming racial barriers and a disability, Brashear’s story of resilience and determination serves as an inspiration to all. Learn how he…
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Clarice Phelps, the first Black woman to contribute to the discovery of an element on the periodic table. Learn about her groundbreaking journey in science and how she overcame barriers to inspire the next generation of scientists.
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