July marks the celebration of National Black Family Month, a time of recognizing and upholding the significance of Black families. First established in 2006, National Black Family Month was designed to foster the growth of families through education, health, and self-improvement.
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Equality Talks Podcast: Christian Nunes, NOW: 100 Years, Creating a Village of Equity
Meet Christian Nunes, President of NOW (National Organization for Women) the second African American president in the organization’s history, the youngest person of color, and the youngest president in more than 40 years the the organization. ERA Coalition partner, NOW, is dedicated to its multi-issue and multi-strategy approach to women’s rights, and is the largest organization of feminist grassroots activists in the United States.
100 YEARS IN THE MAKING: Announcing the House Discharge Petition for HJ Res 25 Affirming the Validity of the Equal Rights Amendment
The ERA Coalition and the Fund for Women’s Equality joined Representative Ayanna Pressley (D-MA), Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD), Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Representative Madeleine Dean (D-PA), and Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA) and other equality leaders on Capitol Hill to honor the centennial of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) and announce the launch of a discharge petition for HJ Res 25.
The Power of Mentoring: National Make a Difference for Children Month
National Make a Difference to Children Month, celebrated every July, is an opportunity to focus on the well-being of children and the importance of their development.
An applicant’s perspective on the SCOTUS Affirmative Action decision
Although flawed, Affirmative Action has provided a foundation for equity in higher education. The recent SCOTUS decision that terminates Affirmative Action could perpetuate racial divisions in the US.
The heart of remembering – shedding light on Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
It is essential to highlight a crucial cause that affects millions of people all over the world – Alzheimer’s Disease. June, recognized as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month, is dedicated to increasing public awareness about the disease, promoting brain health, and gathering support for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias, as well as their families and caregivers.
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