Journalist and “Project Runway” star Elaine Welteroth launched her “birthcare revolution,” BirthFUND, on Thursday, April 11, marking the beginning of Black Maternal Health Week. With the aim of addressing the Black maternal health crisis in the U.S., Welteroth partnered with Serena Williams to advocate for better outcomes for Black mothers.”We’re done waiting for someone else to fix what’s broken. It’s on us to save us. One family at a time,” Welteroth emphasized in an Instagram announcement.Simultaneously, Time published an essay co-authored by Welteroth and Williams titled “We Shouldn’t Have to be Willing to Die to Give Birth in the United…
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By Jania Bailey  It’s always a prime time to reflect on one’s journey and the lessons learned along the way. From my beginnings at a small bank in Kentucky to now serving as the CEO of an international franchise, my path has certainly been full of unexpected turns, especially as a woman leader in a traditionally male-dominated field. But these experiences are what shaped my approach to both leadership and business.The Long and Winding Road My career began as a secretary in the banking industry. With determination and an eagerness to learn, I worked my way up through various departments, gaining…
Whether you’re taking on your first full-time job, have been in your field for many years or are preparing to retire, it’s never too late to prepare for your financial future. To best prepare workers for the eventual transition to retirement, here are some tips suggested by the Department of Labor, that can help you during your transition: Phase 1: The Early Years As you are just beginning your career, you’ll want to make sure that you begin to save for retirement as early as possible. With time on your side, this will help ease the stress of retirement preparation…
By Brittany Dolin  Entrepreneurship is a journey marked by both exhilarating joys and formidable struggles. The joy lies in the freedom to turn innovative visions into reality, experiencing the thrill of creating something from the ground up.Witnessing the growth of a business, seeing it flourish and making a positive impact on the lives of clients and employees are immensely gratifying moments. The sense of autonomy and the ability to shape one’s destiny contribute to a profound satisfaction. However, entrepreneurship is not without its struggles. The path is riddled with uncertainties, financial challenges and the constant need to adapt to a dynamic…
F1 ACADEMY has today announced that leading sport and athleisure brand, PUMA, will become an Official Partner of F1 ACADEMY ahead of the series’ second season, which begins in Saudi Arabia on 7th March.The multi-year partnership will see the racing series join forces with one of the world’s foremost sports brands, in a collaboration that unites PUMA’s rich motorsport history with F1 ACADEMY’s goal to increase female participation in motorsport, on and off the track.For nearly 40 years PUMA has been an industry leader in developing motorsport clothing – pioneering fireproof overalls, race shoes and other high-performance gear – before…
By Jasmine Tiffany  In the world of gymnastics, where precision meets grace, Simone Biles has etched her name into the books of history as the most decorated gymnast of all time. As the world prepares to celebrate Black History and Heritage Month, it’s only fitting to shine a spotlight on this remarkable athlete whose journey has been nothing short of inspiring.Simone Biles, born on March 14, 1997, in Columbus, Ohio, catapulted onto the global gymnastics stage at the age of 6, with a combination of power, poise, and remarkable skill. Her journey to becoming the most decorated gymnast began long…
By Alysia Eve  It’s no secret having children impacts our lives at home and in the workplace. It can feel like a never-ending battle, trying to organize our time so we can continue to contribute at work, being present at home for our families, and carving out much-needed self-care. The time we so willingly flittered away before kids is suddenly our most constrained and precious resource.Many working parents, particularly mothers, accept the fact that having a family means career growth will slow. And they aren’t wrong. But working mothers can continue to progress in their careers by carefully establishing boundaries,…
Women business owners continue to fuel the economy, representing 39.1% of all businesses – over 14 million – employing 12.2 million workers, and generating $2.7 trillion in revenue. According to the 2024 Wells Fargo Impact of Women-Owned Business Report, in partnership with Ventureneer, CoreWoman, and Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP), the number of women-owned businesses between 2019 and 2023 increased at nearly double the rate of those owned by men; and from 2022 to 2023, the rate of growth increased to 4.5 times.Whether it was during COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020 or supply chain disruptions throughout the pandemic, women business owners…
The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided to award the Nobel Peace Prize for 2023 to Narges Mohammadi for her fight against the oppression of women in Iran and her fight to promote human rights and freedom for all. Her brave struggle has come with tremendous personal costs. Altogether, the regime has arrested her 13 times, convicted her five times and sentenced her to a total of 31 years in prison and 154 lashes. Mohammadi is still in prison.In September 2022, a young Kurdish woman, Mahsa Jina Amini, was killed while in the custody of the Iranian morality police. Her killing…
A new year is upon us, and a different career may be in your future. If you’re interested in working in the STEM field with a stable income and opportunities for growth, here are some of the most popular STEM fields you should consider.Software DeveloperRated as the top job in STEM by U.S. News & World Report, software developers are becoming more and more of a necessity in today’s world. As a software developer, you create computer applications that allow users to do specific tasks and the underlying systems that run the devices or control networks. This may include designing…
