Black love in genre storytelling has always existed, but it has rarely been centered with the care, nuance, and imagination it deserves. From teen dramas and supernatural romances to workplace comedies and…
Despite its horrors, slavery is an unavoidable part of American history, as its practice shaped the economy, politics, and societal norms in ways that, sadly, still resonate today. This brutal institution (which…
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Despite its horrors, slavery is an unavoidable part of American history, as its practice shaped the economy, politics, and societal norms in ways that, sadly, still resonate today. This brutal institution (which…
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) is one of the fastest-growing fields, but it is undermined by racial and gender disparities. According to the National Science Foundation, Black women make up nearly…
What do Khadijah James from Living Single, Ava from Abbott Elementary, and Kelly from Insecure all have in common? They give off Rich Auntie vibes. Every time they’re on the screen, they’re…
What we know for sure is that financial inequality for Black women compared to other groups is a systemic issue and requires across-the-board transformation of our systems. Home ownership is a primary…
Originally published March 2014 Random Acts of Kindness or RAKs are all about good karma and positive energy. Taking a moment to put positive energy into the universe for others will undoubtedly…
Are you a Black woman who is interested in playing tabletop RPGs? One Black Girl Nerd contributor lists why you should join the fun!
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Are you a Black woman who is interested in playing tabletop RPGs? One Black Girl Nerd contributor lists why you should join the fun!
Fun-loving, bombastic, and musically gifted, the character of Dee Jay is one of the Street Fighter series’ hidden gems that’s far too often outshined by the likes of Ken, Ryu, and Chun-Li.…
Assassin’s Creed is Ubisoft’s best-selling franchise, which was initially based on the historical facts about the Hashashins, the deadliest medieval order of Middle Eastern assassins who used targeted killings of political and…
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For nearly two years, we’ve experienced collective trauma. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a flood of anxiety, stress, fear, loss, and instability across the world, creating a mental health crisis. Black people…
I bet in the last 24 hours, you’ve learned more about celebrity gossip and what’s trendy on Instagram Reels than what’s going on in your body. I don’t mean to shame you.…
Endometrial cancer, a type of cancer that begins in the lining of the uterus, has seen increased incidence rates in recent years. While it is often detected early through screenings, research indicates…
Back in 2020, it was a year of tremendous self-care. Between a global pandemic, an unprecedented presidential election, and protests against police brutality, self-care evolved beyond bubble baths and face masks into…
The ongoing battle against breast cancer is a challenge thousands face every year. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, about 240,000 cases of breast cancer are diagnosed in women…
If you were like many of us who had our televisions glued to MTV back in the day, then you know exactly who Ananda Lewis is. As a former VJ and host,…
