ESSENCE Releases Statement Regarding Final Independent Review
Morgan Lewis Completes Investigation into Anonymous Claims Regarding Workplace Culture No Findings of Discrimination or Harassment Various Issues Contributing to Work Culture Existed Under Prior Ownership, Before 2018 Acquisition Report […]
African American Policy Forum Holds Town Hall To Discuss Kamala Harris's Historic VP Nomination
During this AAPF town hall, Black women discuss the racism and sexism that Harris faces—and what it means that a Black woman will be a heartbeat away from becoming president of the United States.
Read ESSENCE's Latest Update On Independent Reviews
Proskauer Rose completes investigation into anonymous claims of sexual harassment and concludes that all claims are “not substantiated.”
Get UPLIFTED with Ford at 2020 ESSENCE Festival
Ford brings Festival attendees a dynamic virtual world you won't want to miss
A Trip Down Memory Lane: ESSENCE's Most Memorable Cover Moments
We kicked off the first day of the Wealth & Power segment of this year’s 2020 ESSENCE Festival of Culture with a little nostalgia.
Read ESSENCE's Official Statement on Criticism From 'Black Female Anonymous'
This statement is in response to a recent anonymous post. We deny the accusations and refute them without reservation.
Rev. Al Sharpton: America, 'Get Your Knee Off Our Necks'
The civil rights icon says 'George Floyd’s story is the story of black folks'.
Skai Jackson: 'I'm Trying To Expose As Many Racists As I Can Today'
The young actress and author has shared several receipts of racism on her timeline... and she's not done.
MSNBC Contributor Jason Johnson 'No Longer Employed' At The Root
Johnson has faced backlash since his controversial comment last month that Black women working on Sen. Bernie Sanders's campaign are from the "Island of Misfit Black Girls."
ESSENCE Best In Black Beauty Awards 2020: Our Glam Star Honorees
THE BEAUTIFUL BLACK WOMEN THAT INSPIRED US THIS YEAR
#SheGotNow: ESSENCE And Pepsi Team Up To Empower HBCU Students With Historic Internship Program
The program will recognize young black female HBCU students making a difference in their communities and around the world.
First Look: Model Halima Aden Celebrates Disrupting Traditional Beauty Standards On January 2020 Cover Of ESSENCE
At 22, the Somali-American stunner is one of the first hijab-wearing models to rise to international fame, and she’s using her platform to change the world.
The Internet Was An Interesting Place In 2019
Thank God we have The OverExplainer Reacts to help us process it all, from Taylor Swift's makeshift 'Homecoming' performance to #BlackMenDontCheat.
Dope Stuff On My Desk - Beach Buys
Stay stunning on the sand or surf with these beachy buys.
Prosecutors Drop Charges In Flint Water Crisis
Michigan's deputy solicitor general says culpable parties may be charged again utilizing all available evidence in the Flint case.
Ciara Shows Never-Before-Seen Family Videos Including Birth Of Daughter Sienna In New Music Video
The “Level Up” diva premiered a new video featuring personal archives to accompany her latest opus.
ESSENCE Best In Black Beauty Awards 2019: Our Glam Star Honorees
And the winners are...
ESSENCE And Chase Expand Economic Opportunities For Black Women With Currency Conversations Campaign
Are you ready to take the pledge (and up your savings account game)?
Lovely Warren, Mayor of Rochester, NY, Focuses On Education And Community Revitalization
Mayor Warren has made improving public education for the students of Rochester a primary focus of her two-term tenure.