Editorial Credit: Niyazz / shutterstock.com Introduction For many Black, Latino, and other minority youth, joining the U.S. military can appear to be one of the most accessible paths to a stable future. While the military offers numerous benefits—such as education, career training, and healthcare—it’s essential that young people understand that they have the power to […]
By Pearl Phillip | Editorial credit: AnnaStills / shutterstock.com The beauty and wellness industries have seen a significant rise in entrepreneurship over the past decade, driven by a global shift toward self-care, mental well-being, and the pursuit of holistic health. Entrepreneurs entering these industries are not only responding to consumer demands for innovative products and […]
By Pearl Phillip | Editorial Credit: Rawpixel.com /shutterstock.com Maintaining a healthy diet is one of the most significant factors that contribute to overall well-being. Healthy eating is not just about maintaining a slim figure; it’s about nourishing your body with the essential nutrients it needs to function optimally, prevent diseases, and enhance mental and emotional […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Photo credit: Reggaeville Mutabaruka is an artist whose work transcends the boundaries of poetry, music, and activism. Through his art, he continues to challenge societal norms, uplift black consciousness, and advocate for social justice. His song “Would You?” exemplifies his ability to blend thought-provoking, philosophical questions with music that is […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Stefano Chiacchiarini ’74 / shutterstock.com Bob Marley’s music and poetry continue to inspire generations with their messages of liberation, unity, and spirituality. As both a poet and a musician, Marley had a unique ability to articulate the struggles of the oppressed while offering hope and a vision for […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: A. Marino/ shutterstock.com Martin Luther King Jr. was not only a civil rights leader but also a moral visionary who believed in the transformative power of love, justice, and nonviolence. His work, which combined the spiritual teachings of Christianity with the political philosophy of nonviolence, left an indelible […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: spatuletail / shutterstock.com Malcolm X was a complex and transformative figure in the struggle for civil rights and black liberation in the United States. His early experiences of racial violence, imprisonment, and radicalization through the Nation of Islam (NOI) shaped his initial worldview, but it was his later […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Jacob Lund / shutterstock.com The Emergence of Black Power: A Historical Context. Had African Americans fully embraced the principles of Black Power, they could have potentially been better off than they were under the integrationist approach alone. The Civil Rights Movement and Its Limits The early Civil Rights […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Photo created by A.I Professor Alfred A. Slocum was a prominent civil rights leader, legal educator, and advocate for minority students in higher education. He was a distinguished professor at Rutgers Law School in Newark, New Jersey, where he played a significant role in supporting the Minority Student Program (MSP), […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Mavo/shutterstock.com Trusts are one of the most powerful and versatile tools in estate planning, offering significant advantages in terms of privacy, wealth management, and tax reduction. As the complexities of modern financial landscapes grow, trusts have become increasingly popular among individuals seeking to safeguard their assets, protect their […]