Discover the groundbreaking story of Laney Crawley, the first Black woman selected as Editor-in-Chief of The Daily Tar Heel. From breaking barriers to fostering inclusivity, explore her journey and vision for transformative journalism at the University of North…
Discover the inspiring journey of Ashleigh Johnson, the first Black athlete to join the United States Olympic water polo team. From prioritizing inspiration over medals to empowering Black youth in water sports, explore her mission to foster diversity…
Explore the remarkable journey of Isabel Wilkerson, the first Black woman to win a Pulitzer Prize in journalism. Learn how her groundbreaking achievement shattered glass ceilings and paved the way for diversity and inclusion in the field.
Fort Wayne, Indiana, celebrates as City Councilwoman Sharon Tucker becomes the city’s first Black mayor after succeeding the late Mayor in a competitive caucus vote. Explore the historic moment, breaking barriers, and Tucker’s vision for a more inclusive…
Tennessee State University (TSU) makes history with the appointment of Duanté Abercrombie as the first-ever head coach of its men’s hockey program, breaking barriers in college hockey. Discover Abercrombie’s vision for the program, TSU’s commitment to diversity, and…
The remarkable journey of Janice Omadeke, the first Black woman in Austin, TX, to secure a venture-backed tech exit with The Mentor Method. Learn about her transformative impact on company culture through mentorship and her advocacy for diversity…
The remarkable journey of Ed Dwight, America’s first Black astronaut candidate, as he finally prepares to soar into space at the age of 90 with Blue Origin’s New Shepard-25 mission. Learn about his trailblazing legacy, Blue Origin’s commitment…