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Viola Davis has officially been inducted into the Television Academy’s Hall of Fame, joining legends like Ryan Murphy and Conan O’Brien. The EGOT winner reflected on her career during the ceremony at LA Live, emphasizing the importance of telling everyday people’s stories. From roles in “How to Get Away with Murder” to “Fences” and “Ma […]
In a pivotal 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court has allowed the Biden administration to cut $783 million in DEI-related research grants, overturning a previous block. The ruling affects numerous existing NIH grants and has sparked backlash from public health groups and Democratic attorneys general. While future DEI cuts are temporarily restricted, the decision signals a […]
Just four years after Juneteenth became a federal holiday, corporate enthusiasm for its celebration is fading. Companies that once supported parades, festivals, and educational efforts are now scaling back or withdrawing sponsorships entirely, citing budget changes or offering no explanation. Grassroots organizers, especially Black-led groups, are struggling to maintain events without prior funding. Advocates warn […]
Tyler Perry is launching the Dream Collective, a new initiative to support aspiring filmmakers from marginalized backgrounds. Beginning April 17, the multi-phase program will guide selected applicants through mentorship, virtual training, and hands-on film development. Five grand prize winners will receive $30,000 and a chance to produce their short films at Tyler Perry Studios in […]
A federal judge ruled Friday that the U.S. Naval Academy can continue considering race in its admissions process, emphasizing the importance of diversity for military cohesion and national security. Judge Richard Bennett, citing the need for an officer corps that reflects the diversity of the nation it serves, upheld an exemption to the Supreme Court’s […]
The Grammy Awards have faced criticism in the past for a lack of diversity in recognizing artists of color, women, and genres like rap and R&B. To address this, the Recording Academy has transformed its voting body, adding over 8,700 new members since 2019, with 66% of current voters being new. This includes an addition […]
Medical schools in the U.S. are facing challenges in increasing the number of Black doctors, particularly after the Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling against affirmative action and subsequent anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) legislation in several states. This is especially problematic in states like Mississippi, where nearly 40% of the population is Black, but only 10% […]
During the BET Awards, actress Taraji P. Henson emphasized the urgent need to understand “Project 2025” and its potential impacts under a possible second Trump presidency. This $22 million initiative by the conservative Heritage Foundation outlines significant policy changes for the first 180 days of a Trump administration, many of which could have severe consequences […]
At the Sesame Workshop Gala in New York City, Oprah Winfrey honored Shonda Rhimes with the Joan Ganz Cooney Award for her outstanding contributions to television and storytelling. Rhimes, celebrated for her influential series such as “Bridgerton,” emphasized the importance of diverse narratives that reflect the world rather than just its gatekeepers. She highlighted how […]
The introduction of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (D.E.I.) rules at the Oscars has sparked a range of reactions within the film industry. Instituted in response to the national reckoning over racial justice, these rules require films to meet certain criteria in four main categories relating to both onscreen and offscreen representation, including the diversity of […]
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