Black Women

• ‘Where’s the African princess?’: Calgary children’s author releases book ‘The Little Regent’

  In a time of stark political divisions, Yewande Daniel-Ayoade is trying to redefine what it means to be a leader, sharing a kid's story inspired by her West African upbringing.

  Lifestyle

  Feb 14
  
• International Women’s Day: Meet 5 extraordinary advocates working to uplift women in B.C.

  Meet Nataizya Mukwavi and four other amazing women in B.C. who are working to empower women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community every day.

  Perspectives

  Mar 8, 2022
  
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• Dorothy Rhau’s creative approach to breaking barriers for Black women

  Though the mission of Audace au Féminin is to help Black women entrepreneurs through events and education, they support women from all backgrounds.

  Canada

  Feb 22, 2022
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• R. Kelly verdict seen as long overdue step toward justice for Black women, girls

  The fact that Kelly, who was convicted on sex trafficking and racketeering charges, victimized Black women and girls was why his crimes were ignored for years, advocates say.

  Crime

  Sep 28, 2021
• Trey Anthony wants to create safe space for Black women

  Anthony writes about self-love, healing and how to spot red flags in a relationship. The book gives a voice to Black women in particular who face unique challenges in the world. 

  Lifestyle

  Feb 17, 2021
• ‘Strength isn’t what you carry’: Black women open up about mental health

  As the COVID-19 pandemic pushes the topic of mental health to the forefront, conversations about mental health in the Black community are vital and women are speaking up.

  Lifestyle

  Feb 7, 2021
• An 8-hour drive for braids: Why Black haircare is hard in small-town Canada

  For many Black women in rural communities, hair care products aren't available and neither are stylists, making it a challenge to take care of their hair.

  Lifestyle

  Feb 22, 2020
• The lack of health data about Black Canadians can be life-threatening: study

  The findings reflect the larger issue of systemic bias within Canadian health care, according to experts.

  Lifestyle

  Nov 13, 2019
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• Dalhousie researcher hopes to create new mental health service for black women

  "One of the main concerns that black women have in this city and province is that they have no African-centered counselling support."

  Health

  Jul 29, 2019