Tag: Diversity
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Timothy Horton makes history as the first African American designer to collaborate with a professional hockey team. His GRIZZ GANG collection for the Utah Grizzlies celebrates Black History Month, highlighting the intersection of fashion and sports.
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Meet Dajah Stallings, the trailblazing first Black woman to serve as the Seattle Seahawks Community Engagement and Legends Coordinator in the NFL. Learn about her journey, passion for player development, and the impact of her historic achievement on…
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The groundbreaking achievement of Vashti Harrison, the first Black woman to win the prestigious Caldecott Medal. Learn about her journey, the significance of her win, and its impact on diversity and representation in children’s literature.
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The remarkable journey of Amsale Aberra, the first Black designer to participate in the CFDA and Bridal Council, whose minimalist aesthetic revolutionized modern American wedding dresses and paved the way for greater diversity and representation in the fashion…
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How Mattel made history by creating Christie, the first Black doll, in 1968, paving the way for improved representation and diversity in the Barbie universe. Learn about the impact of Christie’s creation and the legacy it left in…
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The groundbreaking story of Sean and Tia Edwards, the first African-Americans to distill bourbon in Kentucky. Explore their journey as married entrepreneurs, their luxury bourbon brand Fresh, and how they’re redefining tradition with inclusive innovation in the iconic…
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The trailblazing journey of Bobby Rivers, Milwaukee’s first Black film critic on television. From his meteoric rise in Milwaukee media to his national impact on networks like VH1 and ABC News, Rivers left an indelible mark on the…
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The amazing story of Deborah F. Whitfield, the first Black mayor in Marion County, Indiana, serving in the city of Lawrence. Learn about her historic win, priorities for public safety and diversity, and commitment to community engagement.
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Veronica Webb, the trailblazing African-American model who made history by signing an exclusive beauty contract with Revlon in 1992.
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Mark Winston, the trailblazing new CEO of Prince George’s County public libraries, making history as the first Black leader in its 78-year legacy. Discover Winston’s impressive track record in library leadership and his commitment to advancing diversity, equity,…
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