systemic racism
Emerging research and patient stories highlight an elevated Alzheimer’s and dementia burden for Black Americans, shaped by social and environmental stressors rather than biology alone. Epidemiologists point to cumulative exposure: pollution that accelerates brain changes, chronic stress from discrimination, hypertension, obesity, food insecurity, and limited access to quality care. The African American Dementia and Aging […]
Civil rights attorney Nekima Levy Armstrong reflects on the limited progress since George Floyd’s murder in 2020. While some jurisdictions have passed reforms like banning chokeholds and limiting no-knock warrants, broader federal changes remain stalled. The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act has not passed Congress, and systemic issues like over-policing and racial injustice persist. […]
The New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies (NYSCCRR) will host a public hearing in Rochester on Tuesday at 4 p.m. at the Memorial Art Gallery. The event will provide a platform for community members to share personal testimonies and discuss the long-term effects of slavery and institutional discrimination on African Americans and descendants […]
The Broadway revival of Gypsy features Audra McDonald as Mama Rose, marking a significant reinterpretation of the iconic musical through race-conscious casting. Historically played by white actors, McDonald’s portrayal as a Black woman brings new depth to the character and her journey. The production, directed by George C. Wolfe, retains the original lines and lyrics […]
The off-Broadway play ‘Justice on Trial’ will be coming to Rochester on September 29. Written by Chad Lawson Cooper in 2016, the play addresses systemic racism, justice, and reparations by featuring historical figures such as Harriet Tubman and Emmett Till, who share their stories with a modern-day jury made up of people from different races. […]
In a statement released by San Fransisco Mayor London Breed, the city will not be using the police force to respond to non-criminal calls. The city will be using what they call “non law enforcement agencies” which consist of unarmed professionals who will take over calls for things like homelessness, mental health issues and noise […]
Jay Z’s Made In America festival has been postponed until Labor Day 2021. The festival’s website says the reason for cancelling this year’s event is because of parallel pandemics: COVID-19, systemic racism and police brutality. Festival officials are stressing the health and wellbeing of the artists and attendees be considered and will be working with […]
Assistant District Attorney Dan Strollo resigned Tuesday from the Monroe County District Attorney’s office. He resigned because of what he posted on Instagram. The screenshot of the post was sent to WDKX on Tuesday as well. Strollo posted a racially insensitive meme that referenced George Floyd’s funeral from his personal IG page. The post was […]
According to Rolling Stone, B&G foods has launched an “immediate review” of Cream of Wheat’s brand packaging. The current “Cream of Wheat Man” identity resembles the previous mascot, who was based on the character Rastus, a character from minstrel shows in the 1800’s. The name Rastus has been used as a racial slur in the […]
The Urban League of Rochester would like your help and support with a new movement. Join thousands of individuals in the community to address systemic racism, equity, and power with Interrupt Racism. Interrupt Racism is a collective impact equity platform. What this means is that, rather than presume the Urban League can effectively move the […]
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