by Jaimee A. Swift

The term “post-racial” became a common fixture in American society with the election of President Barack Hussein Obama as the first African-American president. Though President Obama’s election was thought to represent a milestone in race-relations, the idealism of race-transcendence has become an ingrained fallacy in the minds of many. With this mindset, some representatives of the American political spectrum believe race-hostilities are less blatant and a kind-of, sort-of socio-economic and political playing field has been provided to the historically disenfranchised and perpetually marginalized.

by Nneka M. Okona


Black women have been committed to the well-being, prosperity, and advancement of communities all throughout history. For many of us, this has been currently realized by the Black women who are at the forefront of the #BlackLivesMatter movement which continues to unfold across the country. But still, there are millions of other Black women organizing to create, ensure, and protect opportunities for their sisters. From public policy, education, social justice, economic development, and health and wellness, many organizations founded by and for Black women—whether national or local in scope—have erected spaces to carry out that work. Here are just a few of these organizations that you should know about. Visit their websites to find out more about their work, as well as research how you can become involved or donate to keep to their efforts for their continued success and sustainability.