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News Articles:

January 31, 2025

This month, we'll be showcasing the Black changemakers who are making Wisconsin history.

Blog Articles:

February 27, 2025

As a storyteller, archivist, and advocate, Marquise Mays is committed to truth-telling in all its forms.

February 26, 2025

By launching a new Black-owned, women-owned, lesbian-owned business, Rosha is building a bold legacy of inclusion.

February 26, 2025

Whether in the office or behind the turntables, Sarah’s mission is the same: to inspire, uplift, and create space.

February 26, 2025

As a gay Black youth, he found himself at the Milwaukee LGBT Community Center. Today, he's leading the center's future.

February 25, 2025

As a poet, storyteller, and strategist, Matthew has learned how to connect with his dreams and claim his destiny.

February 24, 2025

Growing up, Jamal didn't see queer Black representation in his world. He chose to be the difference.

February 23, 2025

As a performing artist, showrunner, and emerging leader, Aaleh is inspiring and uplifting Wisconsin's next generation.

February 20, 2025

From choir to Motown to the Milwaukee Bucks, music has always been in Tempestt's DNA.

February 17, 2025

As a fifth-generation Madison leader, taking care of the community is part of Tyrone's family legacy.

February 10, 2025

Dezjorn is passionately committed to uplifting the Black trans community in Milwaukee and beyond.

February 07, 2025

"We are survivors. I know, without a shadow of a doubt, that we will get through this."