marginalized communities

  • Fearless Fund CEO Arian Simone Urges President Biden To Act On DEI: ‘Issue An Executive Order’

    Following a recent appeals court decision, Arian Simone, the Founding Partner and CEO of the Fearless Fund, is calling on President Biden to take executive action to protect diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. This appeal comes in the wake of a ruling that bars the Fearless Fund from issuing grants exclusively to Black women-owned…

  • Supreme Court Oral Arguments Hint Outcome on Mifepristone Case

    In a pivotal legal battle with profound implications, the U.S. Supreme Court heard nearly two hours of oral arguments on Tuesday regarding a case seeking to ban the FDA-approved abortion drug, mifepristone. The majority of justices expressed skepticism toward the arguments presented by the plaintiffs, the Alliance For Hippocratic Medicine, suggesting potential implications for Black…

  • Respected Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump Named Among Forbes’ 2024 List of Top 200 Lawyers In America

    Ben Crump, a renowned civil rights attorney, has been recognized among Forbes’ prestigious list of the Top 200 Lawyers in America for 2024. The list highlights legal practitioners who have demonstrated exceptional skill, integrity, and leadership in their respective fields, with Crump standing out for his impactful work in civil rights law. As the founder…

  • Legal Action Looms As LGBTQ+ Community Leader Alleges Trooper Charged at Her During Traffic Stop

    Celena Morrison, a prominent figure in Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ community and leader of the city’s Office of LGBT Affairs, found herself at the center of a troubling incident during a recent traffic stop. Morrison, along with her husband Darius McLean, who runs an LGBTQ+ community center in the city, are preparing to take legal action after…

  • In Vermont, A Bill Prohibiting Race-Based Hair Discrimination Gets Backing Of State House

    The Vermont House has taken a significant step towards combating racial discrimination by overwhelmingly supporting a bill aimed at prohibiting discrimination based on hair types, textures, and styles. Representative Saudia LaMont emphasized the need for such legislation, citing instances where Black students, especially young females, have faced reprimands from school authorities for their hairstyles. LaMont…

  • This Program Helps Formerly Incarcerated People Learn To Become Entrepreneurs

    Fourteen formerly incarcerated individuals are embarking on a transformative journey as small business owners, thanks to the collaborative efforts of ESO Ventures and Santa Clara County. In a groundbreaking initiative, ESO Ventures and Santa Clara County have joined forces to launch a 20-week-long incubator program designed to empower individuals with criminal records to develop and…