Tag: empowerment
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How Brannon Johnson established BLJ Community Rowing, the first Black-owned rowing club in Philadelphia, providing access and opportunities in the elite sport for Black and minority communities.
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How Rihanna made fashion history as the first Black woman to front a Dior campaign. Learn about her iconic role as a brand ambassador and the filming of the cinematic Secret Garden campaign at the Palace of Versailles.
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The life of Naomi Sims, the trailblazing model who made history as the first Black model on the cover of Ladies’ Home Journal. Explore how Sims overcame racial barriers in the modeling industry and expanded beauty ideals through…
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How Maria Borges made history as the first Victoria’s Secret Angel to grace the runway with her natural afro hair, inspiring fans worldwide and advocating for diversity and inclusion in the fashion industry
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The groundbreaking achievement of Rihanna’s “ANTI” album, setting a historic record on the Billboard 200 chart by spending 400 weeks—an unprecedented feat for a Black female artist. Explore the chart-topping single “Work” and how “ANTI” has maintained its…
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Explore the remarkable journey of Monica Cole, Wells Fargo’s first Black woman Executive Vice President in charge of Agriculture, Food, and Hospitality. Discover how she leverages her diverse background, including basketball and engineering, to navigate economic uncertainties and…
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In 2001, Nigeria’s Agbani Darego made history as the first Black African crowned Miss World. Learn about her groundbreaking achievement.
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