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Closing the Gap: Reflecting on Black Women’s Equal Pay Day and the Path Forward

Black Women's Equal Pay Day highlights the problem of Black women disproportionately affected by the gender pay gap, signaling the date that Black women must work until to earn what non-Hispanic White men made in the previous year.

Reflecting on 30 Years of the Mervyn L. and Stephanie Tubbs Jones Memorial Scholarship Classic

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Mervyn L. and Stephanie Tubbs Jones Memorial Scholarship Classic, we had the opportunity to speak with some of the dedicated members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Spouses.

George Floyd: Three Years Later, The Work Remains

By: Olajumoke Obayanju—Sr. Director, National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice, CBCF George Floyd should still be alive. Until we become radically honest with the callousness of policing in the […]

Centering Black Voices for Better Health Outcomes

American populations are more diverse than ever, and demographic groups of various cultural, ethnic, and racial backgrounds require culturally responsive and informed systems.

Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women Seeks Partners to Narrow Racial & Gender Equity Gaps: Progress through Private Sector Investment

March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements of women and recognize their significant contributions to history and society. It is also a time to reflect on the ongoing struggle for gender equality and advocate for greater representation and opportunities for women.

Rediscovering the Power of Purpose and Action Through ALC

This year’s Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) is our opportunity to come together in-person for the first-time in two years, and reawaken the power of our voices.

Year of Action: ALC is Back In-Person

After two years of shifting to virtual programming, we are excited to reunite with you in-person for the 51st Annual Legislative Conference (ALC). For decades, the ALC has brought together thought leaders, elected officials, high-profile figures, advocates, emerging leaders, and aspiring change agents in the spirit of fellowship and celebrating Black excellence. However, it is much more.

Health Equity Now

Policy reform and social change movements are pathways to systematically deconstruct barriers to health care and improve the quality of care our communities receive. Health equity is an issue of persistent importance, as gaps in access to care can worsen community health outcomes in the face of a national health emergency such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

Amplifying Community Voices

On April 23, 2022, the CBCF will host its first Community Conversation in Detroit, Michigan. Home to one of the nation’s largest Black populations, Detroit has played a pivotal role in developing the Black identity in this country. From Motown to Motor City, Detroit has a long history of remaining ahead of both culture and industry.

Celebrating the Legacy: Sojourner Truth Legacy Project

Black women have historically led community change and pushed the American policy agenda towards greater equality for African Americans and other people of color. From nationally renowned leaders like Shirley […]