What Happened to Serena Williams at the U.S. Open Happens to Black Girls in School Every Day

Published on : Published by : ShaRhonda Knott-Dawson

Serena Williams, decidedly the greatest athlete of our generation, is no stranger to the obstacles of being a strong, Black woman. This past weekend at the U.S. Open in the final match between her and Naomi Osaka, Williams—who was competing for her 24th Grand Slam tournament win—was charged with three […]

Black Girls Need More Than Michelle Obama

Published on : Published by : ShaRhonda Knott-Dawson

There’s danger in the singular Michelle Obama Black girl role-model narrative. There has been a beautiful picture circulating of a young African-American girl looking up in awe at Michelle Obama’s portrait. In her official first lady portrait, Michelle is gorgeous, regal and no doubt inspiring. Michelle is amazing and she […]