Breaking Barriers: Inspiring Stories of Black Leaders and Lessons for First-Generation Students

First-generation students are often met with unique challenges, whether it be dealing with systemic barriers or balancing their personal responsibilities along with their academic goals and social life. The stories of Black leaders who have broken barriers in their industries …

By Stacy Ramirez
Stacy Ramirez
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3 Stories of Black Success in the Tech Field

As someone who reads a myriad of articles and listens to a lot of podcasts about the tech space, particularly the journey of a founder, it’s important to me to share my findings. Their journey is always inspiring moments of …

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Stories from Jopwell on Realizing Black Hair is an Office Talking Point

Very little could have deterred me from going natural when I decided to stop relaxing my hair in college. Going without a touch-up for months wasn’t cute, but searching for an affordable stylist in my college town was demoralizing. Plus, …

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Empowering Black Professionals in the Age of AI

Ready or Not: artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a sci-fi concept. It’s here, reshaping industries and job markets at breakneck speed. For Black job seekers, the stakes are high. While AI offers exciting possibilities, it also presents unique …

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African American Professional Associations

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National Urban League Job Network

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