The University of Georgia’s first African American football player, James “Jim” Hurley, will receive the “Uncommon Valor Award” from the Athens branch of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) for his pioneering…
Ruby Bridges, who integrated Southern schools at age 6, turns 70. Her story of courage continues to inspire the fight for racial equality in America.
The CIA honors George Hocker Jr., one of its first Black officers, for his groundbreaking achievements in covert operations and leadership, highlighting the importance of diversity in intelligence.
Explore the groundbreaking career of Charles Stewart, Arkansas’s first Black banking executive and champion of diversity in finance, law enforcement, and community service.
Explore Mal Goode’s historic journey as the first Black network TV reporter, from his roots in Homestead to covering the Cuban Missile Crisis for ABC News.
Nathan Hare, founder of America’s first Black Studies program, leaves a lasting legacy of academic innovation and Black empowerment. His work continues to shape education and activism.
Learn about Ernest Green, the first Black American to graduate from the then newly integrated Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, and his pivotal role in the civil rights movement alongside the Little Rock Nine.
The inspiring story of Courtney Hall, who broke barriers by establishing Bump Baby Bliss, Greensboro’s first Black-owned ultrasound studio. Offering comprehensive prenatal care and honoring the legacy of civil rights pioneers, Hall’s initiative addresses disparities in maternal healthcare,…