Exploring the Literary Within the Black Power Movement
by Jennifer Elsie Boone
June 7, 2016
When we explore the dynamics of the Black Power Movement, we must not fail to explore the Black Arts Movement as well. It was the artistic voice that helped increase political activism and express the importance of cultural values through various art forms.
Remembering Malcolm X Through the Women Who Knew Him
by Jennifer Elsie Boone
May 18, 2016
Our annual celebration of the birthday of Malcolm X will be held on May 19 in collaboration with the Malcolm X Museum. The all-women panel, Women Speak About Malcolm X, is sold out, but you may still join the discussion via LiveStream.
The Legacy of Dick Gregory
by Jennifer Elsie Boone
April 29, 2016
One of the greatest benefits that a celebrity has is a platform to speak out against the injustices of society. Comedian, social activist, writer, and entrepreneur, Dick Gregory, born Gregory Richard Claxton, can be noted as doing this over the course of his life.
James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket
by Jennifer Elsie Boone
April 6, 2016
Novelist, essayist, playwright, activist, son, brother, friend, lover, man, human, Black. There are many words of which to describe a person, but never enough to describe James Baldwin.
Women's History Month: Celebrating Black Women in Jazz at the Schomburg
by Jennifer Elsie Boone
March 18, 2016
This year, our series features performances from great artists such as Shelley Nicole, Mal Devisa, Alicia Hall Moran, Camille A. Brown, Bernice Reagon Johnson, and many others.
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