arts, Black History, team building activities, Women's Empowerment

This Social Enterprise Supports Black Women Artists & Other BIPOC Performers of Marginalized Genders

March 1, 2021 | by Pauline Lacanilao Arnould

In Full Color is a Visit.org partner organization that empowers women of color and other BIPOC of marginalized genders through education and the arts. They give these creators the opportunity to share their stories in their own voices, no matter their chosen art form — theater, dance, music and even comedy! Under the belief that having avenues to express oneself …

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Black History, Nonprofits

This Nonprofit Empowers Black Youth to Eliminate Bullying & Violence

February 22, 2021 | by Visit.org

PARTI Program is a Visit.org partner nonprofit that began in 1999, when 3 African American high school students in San Jose, California, approached founder Winston Ashby to assist them in recruiting their peers to generate support for a project that would address violence in their school and community. What started as informal activities for African American youth centered on music,…

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Why Is It Important to Celebrate Black History Month at Work?

February 16, 2021 | by Caitlin Mroz

The incredible thing about the movement for racial justice over this past year was how far-reaching the conversation spread. The murder of George Floyd was a match that lit the oil of racial injustice and inequality that has seeped into every aspect of our society – that has risen to the surface after lying underneath it all along. Systemic racism…

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This Nonprofit Serves Young Black People Through Education, Art, & Social Experiences

February 8, 2021 | by Visit.org

For Black History Month, Visit.org’s blog will be highlighting partner organizations that promote racial equity for the Black community. A.I.R. Project is a Visit.org nonprofit partner that empowers youth and young adults who identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC) through education, art, and positive social experiences. In this Q&A with Karisma Pleasant, the organization’s founder, we find…

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This Nonprofit Uplifts Black-Owned Businesses Year-Round — And You Can Help!

February 1, 2021 | by Visit.org

For Black History Month, Visit.org’s blog will be highlighting partner organizations that promote racial equity for the Black community. Since 2010, Start Small Think Big has been ensuring that under-resourced entrepreneurs gain access to top-tier guidance from seasoned professionals. Serving entrepreneurs experiencing racial, gender, and socioeconomic marginalization, among other disadvantages. Start Small Think Big bolsters each budding business by connecting…

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3 Ways to Support Black Communities During Black History Month

February 4, 2020 | by Caitlin Mroz

During Black History Month we learn about and reflect on the legacies of black Americans who have left their mark the United States. It is also a time when we bring to the forefront the black experiences that have shaped the country. These experiences include slavery, Jim Crow, segregation, and racial injustice — as well as the fight for justice…

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This Social Enterprise Supports Black Women Artists & Other BIPOC Performers of Marginalized Genders

3 Ways to Support Black Communities During Black History Month

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