Roxbury non-profits are taking charge, putting infrastructure and assets back into the hands of residents, many of whom are working-class Black and Hispanic people. Check out the work of these organizations in building a community led economy here.
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Did you enjoy yesterday's episode on Afro-Latino culture? Learn more about the major influence of Black Latinos on the sound of Latin music, including jazz, reggaetón, and salsa. This rich musical legacy continues to shape the music we love today!

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Spring has sprung in Boston, and what better way to celebrate than by supporting local Black-owned restaurants? This weekend's the perfect time to explore before Marathon Monday. Check out this list!
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Tonight at 7:30 PM, tune in to learn about the influence of Afro-Latinos in music, culture and politics! Watch on GBH-2 or YouTube.
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Did you know that 40% of Black residents in Greater Boston are foreign-born? The Afro-Latinx population in Greater Boston has doubled in the last 20 years, making the region's Black community one of the most diverse in the nation.

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The US census now includes a Middle Eastern or North African (MENA) category and defines 'Latino' as race/ethnicity. This reflects calls for better representation, though questions remain about how these changes impact Black/Afro-Latinx people.

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The Roxbury branch of the Boston Public Library recently opened a nutrition lab with a chef-in-residence offering FREE workshops on cooking techniques, nutrition, and Boston history.

#roxbury #healthyeating #cooking
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YA literature is brimming with some of the most popular and well-known stories. However, many Black authors in this genre await recognition for their work. Here's a list of YA novels written by Black authors that deserve your attention.
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Have you ever experienced a bad hair day after visiting the salon? For many people with Black hair textures, finding hairdressers with the right skills, experience, and licensing can be a challenge.
#blackhair #salons #hairstylists
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In 1962, Ed Dwight was a test pilot in Kansas when he was selected by the Kennedy administration as a candidate for the space program, becoming the first black astronaut candidate. Now, over 60 years later, he is set to embark on his first space mission.

peopleofcolorintech.com/articles/the-f…

50 years ago today, Hank Aaron not only etched his name in sports history, surpassing all-time baseball legend Babe Ruth but also emerged as a powerful symbol of the enduring quest for equality within the Black community.

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Did you get the chance to catch the eclipse sweeping across New England and the rest of the country? Check out this article for a lighthearted reflection on what makes this event so great!
#science #community #eclipse2024
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Laken Riley was murdered by an undocumented immigrant. Despite research that shows that immigration corresponds to lower crime rates, white women victims like her are poster children for anti-immigrant policies. 19thnews.org/2024/03/deaths…

Angelo Gomez, Jr., chief parole supervisor of field services for the Massachusetts Parole Board, and Pamerson Ifill, commissioner of probation, both took their jobs late in 2023. They want to limit the number of people incarcerated because of violations. wgbh.org/news/local/202…

Black filmmakers are underrepresented at major film festivals. In our latest episode, panelists discuss what the film industry is like for Black creatives in Boston. youtu.be/5lERkmbk0O4?si…

Ronald Davis III felt like football was his only identity when he played at Eastern Washington State. He transferred to Morehouse to feel more connected to the community. capitalbnews.org/black-student-…

Did you miss yesterday's episode about Black and Brown creatives in the film industry? Watch it here: youtu.be/5lERkmbk0O4?si…

As Black Americans move to Mexico, they find that anti-Blackness persists south of the border. But they face it with greater financial stability, getting more for their dollar. capitalbnews.org/how-black-amer…

NASA's plan for equity? Investing in STEM education. peopleofcolorintech.com/articles/nasa-…

A racially biased kidney function test may have prolonged Black patients' wait times for a transplant. Since January, more than 14,300 Black kidney transplant candidates have been moved up the list by an average of two years.
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