Melissa Noel
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“You Are Not the Minority. You Are the Majority”: Fawn Weaver’s Powerful Message To FAMU Graduates
Florida A&M University’s Spring 2025 commencement weekend featured three powerhouse speakers, but it was Fawn Weaver who brought the Lawson Center to its feet on...
Black Joy And Justice : SisterSong And The Global Black Economic Forum Launch ‘Road To ESSENCE’ Tour
The road to Black joy, justice and liberation runs through Miami—and from there, across the country. On May 2, SisterSong and the Global Black Economic...
Kamala Harris Slams Trump’s ‘Narrow, Self-Serving Vision Of America’: Here Are The Top Takeaways From Her Speech
Former Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a searing critique of President Donald Trump on Wednesday night. Her remarks, delivered during a keynote speech at the...
The Vessel Of Change
Hometown Hero is a powerful ESSENCE series spotlighting everyday changemakers uplifting Black communities across the country. These inspiring leaders — organizers, educators, advocates and more —...
From Burnout To Breakthrough: How This Entrepreneur Is Championing Wellness Through Intentional Living And Accessible Self-Care
In a world of endless hustle culture and relentless productivity demands, entrepreneur Sue Khan is challenging the narrative by championing intentional living and approachable wellness....
Black History Under Fire? Smithsonian Says Reports That It Removed Historic Civil Rights Artifacts From Museum Are False
Over the past few days, there’s been a lot of chatter — and a lot of outrage — over claims that the Smithsonian’s National Museum...
Kamala Harris To Deliver “Pointed Critique” Of Trump In First Major Speech Since Leaving Office
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is stepping back into the national spotlight — and she’s coming with a message of courage and collective action. In...
Illinois Lt. Govenor Juliana Stratton Makes U.S. Senate Run Official, Slams Trump ‘Crisis And Chaos’ In Launch Video
Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton is making a move for higher office. On Thursday, she announced her bid for the U.S. Senate, just one day...
Michelle Obama Talks Skipping Trump’s Inauguration And The Power Of Saying No
Former First Lady Michelle Obama is done being everything for everyone—at the expense of herself. In a candid conversation with actress Taraji P. Henson on...
“We Are In A Fight Of A Lifetime”: Houston Native And Former City Council Member Runs To Represent Historic Texas District In Congress
Amanda K. Edwards is one of several Democratic candidates running in a special election to represent Texas’ 18th Congressional District—an iconic, historically Black district that...