D'usse Palooza Cuts Ties With Host Christopher 'Chris Stylezz' Samuels After He's Accused of Sexual Misconduct By Multiple Women
More than a dozen women have come forward with allegations on social media.
You Have To See The Trailer For The Russell Simmons Sexual Misconduct Doc 'On The Record'
Although the music mogul has denied all allegations against him, the women will finally have their say in the HBO Max doc.
Mo'Nique Has Several Thoughts About Oprah Winfrey's Involvement With Two #MeToo Documentaries
“Russell and Harvey are accused of the same thing," she wrote in an open letter.
New Jersey Community Rallies Behind Children Left Orphaned After Parents' Murder-Suicide
After a murder-suicide took the lives of a young New Jersey couple, community members are coming together to help the children left behind.
Unsealed Documents Reveal More Details In Tavis Smiley Sexual Harassment Investigation
Smiley and PBS are currently locked in a lawsuit stemming from the network's decision to end its relationship with the talk show host over sexual misconduct claims.
Stories That Helped Shape A Decade
As we look toward 2020, ESSENCE reflects on a few stories that have defined the past decade.
Former Michigan Rep. John Conyers Dead At 90
John Conyers Jr. represented Michigan for more than 50 years and was a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus.
Two-Year Anniversary Of #MeToo: What’s Next For The ‘me too.’ Movement?
Where are we now?
Naomie Harris Reveals A 'Huge Star' Sexually Assaulted Her During An Audition
"I was in an audition and he put his hand up my skirt," the Oscar nominee said.
4th Woman Accuses Neil deGrasse Tyson Of Sexual Misconduct
A fourth accuser claims that Neil deGrasse Tyson approached her at a holiday party making sexual jokes and trying to get her to be alone with him.
Tarana Burke Explains Why Black Women Don't Think #MeToo Is For Them
"The world responds to the vulnerability of white women. Our narrative has never been centered in mainstream media. Our stories don't get told and as a result, it makes us feel not as valuable."
On The Ground: These Women Are On The Front Lines Combating Sexual Assault
You may already know about Tarana Burke, you might not have heard about these women-led organizations.
When It Comes To Sexual Assault, Black Women Have The Right To Heal
Reclaiming your body after trauma is a personal process, but you don’t have to do it alone.
A Word With Gabrielle Union: Healing at All Costs
As Gabrielle Union filtered her pain to spare others’ feelings about her survival as a victim of sexual violence, this actress, activist and author delayed her own recovery—until now.
The Movement & The Future: Tarana Burke
Tarana Burke, creator of the ‘me too’ movement, sings a black girl’s song, serves up marching orders, and wraps black women in light, love and joy.
#TimesUp for the American Evangelical Church, Too
So much of the Christian church, a place that is supposed to be a community that offers service, solace and the hope of salvation, has become a holding cell for secrets and pain.
On International Day Of The Girl, Michelle Obama Reminds Us To Keep Fighting
"There's going to be a little upheaval, a little discomfort," Michelle Obama said as she encouraged girls and women to continue their fight.