"We have been on a journey from the age of 7, creating our own stories and characters. Being underrepresented as young girls of color, we began designing our own worlds where we were able to exist freely. Presently, we are still creating platforms for disenfranchised groups, proclaiming self-acceptance. Our most recent project, Sick & Lit, is an... Continue Reading →
I can't help but to SHOUT OUT the #YLP kings & queens and their incredible stories (below). There were so many noteworthy #blackexcellence posts being shared all over my social media timelines/dashboards/feeds/etc. this week!! Thank you all!!! From the people who post/repost, to the people being shouted out- who are out here putting in the... Continue Reading →
1. Describe yourself only using three words or expressions. Creative, Passionate, and Provider 2. What do you like most about yourself? What are your best qualities? 3. Over the past five years, what is the most important thing you’ve learned about yourself? What happened and what made it a significant moment? (see video responses below)... Continue Reading →
Ama Marfo, recent Drexel University graduate and frequent international flyer created an affordable way to travel through her start-up company "Airfordable." As a student at Drexel, Marfo could not afford to foot the bill to visit her family home in Ghana during semester breaks: “I wanted to see my family in Ghana during school... Continue Reading →
The African American Student League & Shea Moisture is teaming up to celebrate black culture, entrepreneurship, and success in an upcoming summit, Black Empowerment. A group of local, successful entrepreneurs will unite for a free event to promote black empowerment, inspire future entrepreneurs and to help motivate the community. "'Join us for an event... Continue Reading →
*Black owned business alert!!* "You are wearing the makeup and the makeup is not wearing you!" @Vaultcosmetics: Meet Jackie Mgido Jackie Mgido, native to Zimbabwe, created a makeup line "to give a natural look to anyone who dares to indulge in their image, beauty, and inner vault." Vault Cosmetics "Every product is hypoallergenic, fragrance free,... Continue Reading →
