Johnson sat down with ESSENCE to discuss the power of the natural hair movement, how it has evolved, her hopes for the CROWN Act and more insights from her brand-new book 'Natural'.

Need a simple, no-fuss hairstyle that lasts all day at school? This easy braided look keeps hair out of your face while ...

Welcome to Duchess Braids! ✨ If you love braiding, protective styles, and hairstyling tips, you’re in the right place! At ...

A new study from BLK’s #FreeYourCrown campaign highlights how women embracing curls, coils, and confidence like never before.

A growing number of Black fathers with autistic children are looking to be more visible in the national autism conversation through podcasts, nonprofits and summits that specifically address their ...

But on Sunday, the nation’s first known set of black quads got formal recognition from their hometown at the altar of their home church — the kind of notice church members say can heal deep ...

Located in tawny hills, the Black Church derives its name from the volcanic stone used to build it in the early 14th century after an older one was destroyed by an earthquake. Armenians -- members of ...

This week is Black Maternal Health week and one Cleveland organization is trying to improve health outcomes for Black women and their children. “All Our Babies: Birthing in the Afrofuture,” led by ...

These books teach kids about African American men and women who excelled in art, music, and science, as well as heroes of social justice from Harriet Tubman to Rosa Parks. They're captivating reading ...

Kids & Family Podcasts with Black Hosts and Black Lead Characters Last updated: July 1, 2025 by Eliza Panike Research has shown that the media kids are exposed to plays a pivotal role in developing ...