Lamar Laing, CEO and founder of Copiafy, turned his struggles with debt and poor credit into a mission to empower Black Americans with financial literacy and resources. Through Copiafy, an online platform, he provides tools for setting financial goals and tracking bills and credit report disputes.
Tag: Black Americans
Posted inHealth
Best ways to advocate for your heart health
Heart disease is a leading cause of death among Black Americans, but it can be prevented by taking charge of one’s health, interviewing doctors, building a support network, educating oneself, and knowing one’s numbers.
Posted inCommentary
The plot to assassinate Black America
Donald Trump’s administration is facing criticism for its political assault on Black Americans, with White supremacists being appointed to key government positions and policies aimed at dismantling civil rights progress.
Posted inAfro Briefs
African Americans likely to be hardest hit if tariffs drive up costs
President Donald Trump’s latest round of tariffs has sent shockwaves through global markets, raising concerns about the economic strain on American consumers, with Black Americans already facing disproportionate financial burdens.
Posted inCommentary
The ‘American Dream…’ and nightmare
Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream for humanity has yet to be realized for many Black Americans, leading to a lack of dreams and a sense of apathy and irrelevance.
Posted inCommentary
Commentary: The ‘America first agenda’ and what it means for marginalized communities
President Trump’s “America First” agenda, which includes hardline immigration policies and a reduction in government hiring in DEI initiatives, could exacerbate existing inequities for Black Americans.
Posted inAfro Briefs
Why Black Christmas means resistance
Black Americans have historically used Christmas to resist racial injustice and donate to social justice causes, with Black households donating 25% more of their income per year than their White counterparts, and organizations such as Black Women For Wellness, Black Male Voter Project, H.O.P.E., Black and Pink National, and The National Coalition for the Homeless providing resources and support to those in need.
Posted inSponsored
Gilchrist’s commitment: Bridging the gap in hospice care for minority communities
Sponsored Content Equitable access to hospice care remains a critical issue, particularly in minority communities where disparities persist. Black Americans, for instance, continue to be underrepresented in hospice and palliative care services despite ongoing efforts to bridge the gap. Gilchrist, a trusted provider of end-of-life care for more than 30 years, is committed to addressing […]
Posted inMental Health
How racism can significantly impact the body
Systemic racism has a significant impact on the physical and mental health of Black Americans, leading to disparities in health resources, increased rates of chronic conditions, and a higher risk of death from disease.
Posted inNational News
Income gap between Black and White US residents shrank between Gen Xers and millennials, study says
The income gap between White and Black young adults narrowed for millennials compared to Generation X, due to greater income mobility for poor Black children and declining mobility for low-income White children.
Posted inU.S. Government
Biden targets housing costs with new proposals
President Biden has announced new efforts to reduce housing costs for Americans, including imposing rent caps on corporate landlords and building more affordable housing, in order to address the growing issue of high rents and housing costs.
Posted inWord In Black
Kamala Harris for President
Word In Black endorses Vice President Kamala Harris for the next president of the United States, citing her transformational leadership, commitment to civil rights, and advocacy for underserved communities.