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Chelsea Jackson: The Power Behind L.A.’s Only Black-Owned Louisiana Fried Chicken 
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Chelsea Jackson: The Power Behind L.A.’s Only Black-Owned Louisiana Fried Chicken 

Khari Jones, Jr.,  Contributing Writer May 7, 2025

In a city as rich and diverse as Los Angeles, food often serves as more than just sustenance—it’s a symbol of identity, resilience, and history. For over 60 years, Louisiana Fried Chicken has been feeding not just stomachs but spirits, especially in South L.A., where the franchise has grown into a neighborhood institution. At the center of this legacy stands Chelsea Jackson—the only Black owner of Louisiana Fried Chicken in Los Angeles, and a second-generation steward of the brand’s cultural and community impact. 

Ilm Foundation Hosts Annual ‘Humanitarian Day’
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Ilm Foundation Hosts Annual ‘Humanitarian Day’

Nusaybah Al-Mansur, Contributing WriterMarch 27, 2025

On Sunday, March 16th, 2025, Ilm Foundation hosted its 25th annual Humanitarian
Day (HDAY), an annual event dedicated to serving the underserved. Held at Gladys Park in Skid Row, sponsors, vendors and volunteers gathered to provide essential items, as well as eye, dental and health screenings, to those in need.

Ilm Foundation Hosts its Annual ‘Humanitarian Day’: “A single day of giving can inspire a lifetime of change.”
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Ilm Foundation Hosts its Annual ‘Humanitarian Day’: “A single day of giving can inspire a lifetime of change.”

Nusaybah Al-Mansur, Contributing Writer

On Sunday, March 16th, 2025, Ilm Foundation hosted its 25th annual Humanitarian Day (HDAY), an event dedicated to aiding the underserved of Los Angeles. Held at Gladys Park in Skid Row, sponsors, vendors and volunteers gathered to provide essential items, as well as eye, dental and health screenings, to those in need.

Breaking Barriers: How Two Black Women are Reshaping the Corporate World with Polished Consulting  
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Breaking Barriers: How Two Black Women are Reshaping the Corporate World with Polished Consulting  

Nusaybah Al-Mansur, Contributing Writer  March 19, 2025

Two Black women breaking barriers in the corporate world, Polished Consulting is redefining organizational performance in the corporate world by bridging effective leadership and wellness. Founded by Sherica Hymes and led alongside Roquita Coleman-Williams, this boutique consulting firm guides every member of the team, from an executive to an employee, to redirect their clients to success.  

Sustainers and Shapers of the World: A Classical African Conception of Womanhood  
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Sustainers and Shapers of the World: A Classical African Conception of Womanhood  

Dr. Maulana KarengaMarch 20, 2024

In the midst of the current state of the world with all its faces and forces of genocide, injustice, evil and oppression, I reach back in the practice of sankofa to retrieve and bring forth the timeless ancient ethical wisdom of our honored ancestors. And I do this realizing the awesome unequal suffering of women and children in this month and moment of history and in honor of their defiant and radical refusal to be defeated, to be resigned in despair or to cease their resistance in opposition to oppression and in affirmation of their dignity, humanity and indispensable role

Dr. Joycelyn Elders’ Legacy: Vision for Sex Education Among Black Girls
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Dr. Joycelyn Elders’ Legacy: Vision for Sex Education Among Black Girls

Brittinae Phillips March 20, 2024

My journey from a public health investigator to an advocate for comprehensive sex education has been deeply personal. Guided by my experiences at the Black AIDS Institute and as a Certified Health Education Specialist, my mission has been to create inclusive and honest conversations about health within Black communities.   

New Book Alert! ‘Rapper’s Deluxe: How Hip Hop Made the World’ 
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New Book Alert! ‘Rapper’s Deluxe: How Hip Hop Made the World’ 

Betti Halsell, digital editor & staff reporter February 29, 2024

Todd Boyd, Ph.D., and renowned artist, Chuck D (Public Enemy) discussed how hip-hop held evangelical influence over the world’s shift in culture. The declaration of Boyd’s hardcover book, “Rapper’s Deluxe: How Hip Hop Made the World” premiered globally on Wednesday, Feb. 07, at The Broad Museum. 

Do You Believe People Can Change? 
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Do You Believe People Can Change? 

Wendy GladneyFebruary 28, 2024

Much of my life has been an open book.  I share many of my highs and lows for the purpose of trying to help and encourage others on their journey. Those who have heard me speak or read my books know the trials and tribulations I experienced as a young girl, from sexual abuse by my father and being abandoned by my mother.  

Forging Our Future With Our Past: Reclaiming Our History and Humanity In Struggle 
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Forging Our Future With Our Past: Reclaiming Our History and Humanity In Struggle 

Dr. Maulana KarengaFebruary 28, 2024

Emerging and emergent conversations about our future as a people conducted in the community and academy in the midst of ever evolving technology, AI and related ideas, apprehensions and aspirations bring to mind the dual focus on the lessons of our history and the ethical concerns for our humanity. As Nana Haji Malcolm taught, history is a vital resource and indeed an arsenal of knowledge for our struggle from which we can draw to protect and promote our humanity and conceive, fashion and forge a future in the cultural image and human interest of our people.