By Ralph E. Moore, Jr., Special to the AFRO This Is the third and final installment (for the moment) of a fictional account of three Black grads of Loyola High School (1970) looking for their classmate, Vic Thomas, in New York City. “Sure, when we check out,” I said. He gave us three keys and […]
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Black members of Gen Z take to the 2022 political stage
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, Report for America Corps Member If there is doubt that young people are interested in advocating for the improvement of American values, the worry is over. Young Black politicians have put in their bids this political season. Korey T. Johnson, a Baltimore native candidate for the House of Delegates, […]
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Baltimore City Fire Department helps young girls prepare for future service
By Kara Thompson, Special to the AFRO After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Baltimore City Fire Department’s Camp Spark returned this summer. The two-day camp took place on July 30 and 31 this year, and is aimed at exposing girls ages 12 to 16 to careers in the fire department and the skills […]
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Here’s How We Bring Black Students Back to School
By Maya Pottiger, Word In Black Between mass shootings, anti-LGBTQ bills, burned-out teachers, diverse books being banned, and the school-to-prison pipeline, as well as drill-and-kill standardized-test-driven instruction, is it any wonder some students aren’t feeling like showing up to school anymore? Sprinkle the educational disruptions from COVID-19 on top, and it’s understandable that thousands of […]
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From the archives: how community happenings provided decades of coverage
By AFRO Staff Though the fight for freedom and equality have undoubtedly been a main focus for the AFRO American Newspapers, the publication has gone to great lengths to record the everyday happenings of life in Baltimore and beyond. While coverage of education, politics, police brutality and social justice was crucial- just as important were […]
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Breathing Easier: The Journey from Transplant Patient to Johns Hopkins Nurse
How a second chance at life is shaping a Johns Hopkins Hospital nurse’s career When Brianna Fogelman checks on her patients, the Johns Hopkins nurse pays close attention to their emotional state. She knows that’s expected of every nurse, but it feels especially vital to her — not long ago, the 27-year-old registered nurse, who cares for […]
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A pathway for Black wealth: Tips for fueling business growth through planning and mentorship
Black businesses are an essential part of the economy. As one of the fastest-growing segments of the U.S. economy, Black businesses contribute an estimated $200 billion to the national economy annually. Research shows that entire communities benefit when Black businesses succeed. They create jobs, close the racial wealth gap, and strengthen local economies. In celebration […]
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Politics and the AFRO: 130 years into the struggle for an equal democracy
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, Report for America Corps member Long before social media and 24-hour news networks, there were newspapers keeping people informed. And long before voting rights and civil and human rights were affirmed for Black Americans- there was the Black press, updating and engaging African Americans on the war for equality […]
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Big business: how the AFRO has celebrated Black entrepreneurship for 130 years
By AFRO Staff As the oldest family-owned, continuously published Black newspaper in the country, the oldest Black-owned business in the State of Maryland, and the 3rd oldest in the country, the AFRO knows a thing or two about Black entrepreneurship and sustainability over time. Over the years the AFRO has been a valuable resource for […]
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AFRO News on education: celebrating 130 years of a journey worthwhile
By Fatiha Belfakir, Special to the AFRO Since its establishment in 1892, the AFRO American Newspaper has strongly believed in the role of education as a key to both eradicate racism and transform African-American lives. AFRO reporters have covered a variety of stories related to education including school segregation and funding; experienced and qualified educators; […]
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Our Unique Journeys: Diversity within Diversity
By A. Tonya Odom, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield I often hear people wondering aloud about what makes a group diverse. Is it different races, ethnicities or gender? Do members need to look differently to be diverse? I recently spoke on a panel with two women discussing best practices for championing diversity, equity and inclusion in the […]