This Black Woman Inspired King's ‘I Have A Dream’ Speech
For women’s history month, we honor Prathia Hall, the SNCC preacher who inspired Martin Luther King, Jr’s exalted remarks at the March on Washington.
Exclusive: Meet One of Harriet Tubman’s Relatives
Ernestine “Tina” Martin Wyatt honors “Aunt Harriet” during Women’s History Month.
Michelle Obama Will Be Inducted Into National Women’s Hall of Fame
The former First Lady will be honored in-person on October 2nd in Seneca Falls, New York
A Women’s History Month Round-Up of New Music by Black Women
It’s Women’s History Month and the month-long celebration gives us a chance to acknowledge the mothers, daughters, sisters, aunts, cousins, and friends who have made significant contributions to history, culture, […]
'Support Black Women Leaders' Is Key Message In National Ad—And We Agree
On International Women’s Day, advocacy group Higher Heights issues challenge for more representation of Black women in politics
Exclusive: Watch Danielle Brooks As Mahalia Jackson In ‘Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia’ Trailer
The Lifetime movie will follow the story of gospel singer and civil rights activist Mahalia Jackson.
Gina Prince-Bythewood Talks Not Letting Fear of Failure Stifle Her Artistry
"Every time I sit down to write, I have to remind myself that I know how to write," the WIF Pathmaker says
Mars’ Perserverance Rover Landing Site Named After Octavia E. Butler
NASA named it the ”Octavia E. Butler Landing,“ in honor of the pioneering Black science-fiction author.
Entrepreneur Spotlight: Keonia Rodgers Wants You To Boss Up!
This first generation, out-of-state college student refers to herself as an “empowerprenuer,” which is her unique spin on the classic terminology.
14 Black Women History Immortalized As Dolls
Books aren't the only place you can find history
NASA Names D.C. Headquarters After ‘Hidden Figure’ Mary W. Jackson
STEM getting renewed attention from White House and members of Congress
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Set To Make History As First Woman To Head The World Trade Organization
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is #BlackGirlMagic personified.
'Women Rising' Doc Looks At Female Empowerment Through Bob Marley Lyrics
“We need to, as feminists, totally just mash up the system," says Jamaican scholar Carolyn Cooper.
The WNBA Kicks Off Women's History Month With A Nod To Inaugural Stars
Sheryl Swoopes, Lisa Leslie, and Rebecca Lobo were the first players to sign during the WNBA's inaugural season, inspiring women everywhere.
Black Women Give Their Celebrity Idols Their Roses For Women's History Month
In honor of Women's History Month, Toni Braxton, Chole x Halle, and Alfre Woodard tell ESSENCE which Black women they admire the most.
All The Way Up: Meet 4 Boss Women Who Are Shaping And Shaking Up The Travel Industry
These women are making major moves inside the Black travel movement from behind the scenes.
She, The People: Megan Thee Stallion Isn’t A One-Trick Pony
In her first interview with ESSENCE, Megan Thee Stallion discusses her influences, post-college plans and female rap beef.
Valerie Jarrett Challenges Employers To Make A Commitment To Closing The Pay Gap During Women’s History Month
The former Obama aide teams up with Lyft to celebrate female leaders and challenges companies to close the gender pay gap.