60 Years Later, We’re Still Not Free
I honor Dr. King’s vision by reimagining his words through poetry.
Story Categories: Racial Justice
For Juneteenth, Consider Celebrating Black Joy and Taking Action
Here’s one way you can get involved in continuing the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement from the comfort of your own home.
Black Detroiters Say With Unified Voice, ‘Normal’ Housing Practices are Not Enough
Kea Mathis is a community organizer for Detroit People’s Platform fighting for racial justice and equity for low-income Black Detroiters. In this series, “Women of Color on the Front Lines,” made in collaboration with Shelterforce we hear from her how, as a Black woman and a mother, she is deeply affected by returning citizen issues, housing issues, and other issues that impact the Black community.
Behind the Scenes with the Creator of ‘Hear Us Now’
Ayanna Albertson breaks down her collaborative video with Jamal Meneide that moves our audience to think about the historical oppression of Black folk, and how that manifests today. And, beyond that, to be inspired to take action and find victory in being a voter.
The Jackson Water Crisis Proved Again that Environmental Justice is Racial Justice
Let’s call it what it is: Generations of environmental racism. It’s time for voters to demand lawmakers prioritize a baseline of clean water, proper sanitation and clean air for all families no matter their ZIP code.
Activist Celebrates the First Black Woman Confirmed to the U.S. Supreme Court
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson is a brilliant legal mind with the utmost character and integrity. She will make an exceptional Supreme Court Justice, and we celebrate this historic confirmation.
So Many of Us Can Relate to Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Confirmation Process
Community Change Fellow Ayanna Albertson talks about the familiarity of navigating spaces where people scrutinize and minimize your successes—even when you’re more than qualified and capable of prospering.
She Was Looking for Housing Assistance and Found a Seat at the Table to Make Change
Donna Price, an organizer with Detroit Affordable Housing Task Force, shares her experience as an impacted person living in a homeless shelter who was determined to help others find housing, too.
Former Community Change Taconic Distinguished Fellow Sophia Bracy Harris Embarks on a New Journey with her Soon-to-be Published Memoir
If you asked 10-year-old Sophia Bracy Harris what she wanted to be when she grew up, I might have told you that I wasn’t sure that I’d even get the…
When their lives cannot be held in our hands, artist tributes carry the stories beyond the loss of our loved ones
“Water Slipping Through Our Fingers” showcases the personal stories of those directly impacted by police violence in Las Vegas, Nevada. The intention was to create a space to memorialize their…