“This Is A Year To Redirect, Not Rest” – Why ESSENCE Black Futures Honorees Say Collective Action Can’t Wait

By Melissa Noel ·Updated March 13, 2025

“Community is what keeps me driving.” With that simple yet powerful statement, Tevon Blair helped set the tone for a dynamic and deeply insightful conversation with a few of ESSENCE’s 2025 Black Futures Now honorees. These changemakers are not only

Melissa Noel
Author: Melissa Noel