Peggy Montes helped establish Chicago's Women's History Month — and still is a 'lady in motion'
Peggy Montes started the Bronzeville Children's Museum, worked to elect Mayor Harold Washington and seeks to empower, inspire ...
D.C. students bring history to life with Blacks in Wax
Dozens of 5-to-17-year-olds wore makeup and fashions of the era to depict historical figures and highlight their achievements ...
The rags-to-riches story of America's first self-made female millionaire
How Madam CJ Walker, an African American woman born to once-enslaved parents, made a fortune and helped others along the way.
10 Black Women Who Broke Barriers In Business
Black women who  have fractured the glass ceiling, created successful businesses, and made history in the business space.
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Hazel Johnson's Women in Jazz festival
Celebrate Women’s History Month as we look back at Hazel Johnson’s Women in Jazz festival. It ran from 1986 to 1991 at the ...
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International Women’s Day 2025: Five films on women who made a difference
International Women’s Day 2025 highlights stories of ambition, rebellion, and resilience. Here are five films on women who ...
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5 empowering films every woman needs to watch
In honour of Women’s Month, Guardian Life brings you five must-watch films made for women, by women. Click and discover: ...
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PHOTOS: Marshall Early Childhood Center students learn about Madam C.J. Walker
In honor of African American history, Madam C. J. Walker was the focus for the past week at Marshall Early Childhood Center.
Black history comes to life at Woodlawn Cemetery, where residents are legendary spirits
It’s a place that’s alive with strength, perseverance, and courage, even though its permanent residents are no longer alive. That’s because ...
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Method Man, Blair Underwood And More Celebrated At Lexus Uptown Honors Hollywood: ‘We Are Changing Perceptions’
The careers of some of Hollywood’s rising and veteran actors and advocates were honored ahead of the Oscars for their ...
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Former Reebok executive launches fashion brand enriched by Black history
HER STORIES WERE AROUND BLACK BUSINESS LEADERS LIKE MADAM C.J. WALKER, ONE OF OUR FIRST SWEATERS. PAID HOMAGE TO HER BEAUTIFUL ESTATE, VILLA LEWARO. MADAM C.J. WALKER, THE FIRST AMERICAN WOMAN OF ANY ...