By Ava Marshall Everyone plays a role in combating climate injustice, but when it comes to being a Black girl, the stakes may be even higher. We sat down with former Zero Hour team member Elsa Mengistu to find out what we can do to save our planet — because the earth can’t wait. Why […]
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By L’Oreal Thompson Payton Ever since the 2016 presidential election, Generation Z has been showing up and showing out when it comes to activism. But you don’t have to be a celebrity to make a difference. Whether it’s protesting to raise awareness for a cause you care about or donating to organizations that make a […]
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By Andréa Butler | Main photo by Aspen Evans Our winter 2019 cover girl Saniyya Sidney is going into 2020 like: Set to play Young Venus Williams in the upcoming biopic King Richard, which centers around the tennis G.O.A.T.’s father Richard Williams, Saniyya Sidney is staying true to her career manifestations. “I’ve gotten pretty far […]
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We stan. By Ava Marshall That’s right sis, the Dance Moms alum has just launched her very own hair extension line — a line she is calling “Hair Candy,” which is fitting considering the hair’s vibrant, sweet, confectionary colors. From lavender to pink ombre to mint green and more, the first collection of extensions is […]
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By Ava Marshall Whether you’ve seen her in the Netflix series Team Kaylie or on ABC’s Alex, Inc, Symera Jackson is another dope Black girl making a way for herself as a creative. She first began acting at the age of 4, starting out in theater productions before moving to television. “I see myself as […]
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Saniyya Sidney’s filmography is already fire, she’s had roles in two Oscar-nominated films, and she’s only 13. In our winter 2019 issue, she spills the tea on her love of Beyoncé, her dream character to play, and what it’s like to work with legends, such as Viola Davis and Denzel Washington. Take a look behind-the-scenes […]
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WARNING: Extreme Levels of Black Excellence Ahead By Ava Marshall So look, 13 percent of the American population is Black, right? But only one percent of venture capitalist-backed start-ups have Black founders. The Moguls in the Making program is out to change that. Big Sean What’s a fire new collab you may not have heard […]
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October 11 was National Coming Out Day, but the fear of being judged and ultimately rejected is real, and sometimes, it may seem easier to be who others want you to be, rather than honoring what is true for you. But an inauthentic life can breed loneliness, resentment, and depression. Guest contributor Maq Elé, a […]
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By Ava Marshall In honor of the global climate strike that took place last week, we’ve compiled a list of powerful, inspiring, Black girl activists who are at the front lines of the fight for climate justice. Get your snaps ready for these leading ladies. Mari Copeny Better known as “Little Miss Flint,” Mari wrote […]
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By Ava Marshall As we transition from Hot Girl Summer to Hot Girl Semester, issa fact that we’re gonna need some reinforcements — and what’s better than a mood-boosting playlist? Here is #WhatWe’reListeningTo. 1. Motivation by Normani Obviously. We are so here for ya’ girl’s entrance into the solo pop scene and more than ready […]
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