Newark Renames Popular Gathering Place After Harriet Tubman in Juneteenth Commemoration

Newark Renames Popular Gathering Place After Harriet Tubman in Juneteenth Commemoration

White Plains, New York (NY) – June 19, 2022: Harriet Tubman Statue (Shutterstock) By Christina Fan, CBS New York NEWARK, N.J. — Newark commemorated Juneteenth on Monday by honoring an abolitionist who dedicated her life to leading enslaved Africans to freedom. The city renamed a popular park Harriet Tubman Square and also commissioned a statue […]

The Black Institute and Black Leadership Action Coalition Annual Gala Speakers (June 18)

The Black Institute and Black Leadership Action Coalition Annual Gala Speakers (June 18)

On Saturday June 18, at The Black Institute and BLAC annual gala honored the contributions and achievements of Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, Tina Byles-Williams, Chaplain Ingrid P. Lewis-Martin and acting FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh. You can watch each speaker below: Founder & President of the Black Institute Bertha Lewis’ Welcome Remarks at the 12th […]

Are US Churches Setting the Tone for Reparations? How a Movement is Growing

Are US Churches Setting the Tone for Reparations? How a Movement is Growing

By Kelly Powers and Sammy Gibbons, USA TODAY NETWORK A concept proving viscous in public policy, nearly stagnant at the federal level, is gaining momentum at the altar. Major faith institutions are addressing reparations in the United States, often ahead of any states where they congregate. The efforts serve as direct attempts at reconciliation for […]