In Bid to Include More Women, 'Request a Woman Scientist' Has Recruited 10,000 Researchers

Female scientists are tired of being excluded from the STEM community - and that's why this new online database is quickly gathering steam.

By Tiffani Spengler

15 May 58 Views

First Native American-Owned Film Studio Shoots Tom Hanks Movie

A Native American tribe in New Mexico has made cinematic history by opening up the first ever Native-owned movie studio.

By Blake Isbell

22 March 54 Views

Boy in Wheelchair Left Awestruck After Seeing Target Store Ad Featuring Boy 'Like Him'

This 2-year-old boy was spellbound by an advertisement featuring another youngster in a wheelchair-and the heartwarming moment is now inspiring thousands.

By Tiffani Spengler

14 February 44 Views

PayPal Commits Over $500 Million to Support Minority-Owned U.S. Businesses

PayPal announced a $530 million commitment to support Black and minority-owned businesses in the U.S., especially those hardest hit by the pandemic.

By Jeanne Goddard

12 June 58 Views

First Black Valedictorian at Princeton Invokes Michelle Obama in Historic Commencement Address Held Online

Nicholas Johnson's speech Sunday made Princeton's virtual commencement extra newsworthy because he's the first black valedictorian in Princeton's history.

By Jeanne Goddard

04 June 61 Views

Crayola Unveils New Crayon Pack of Skin Tone Colors From Around the World to Promote Inclusivity

The company partnered with veterans of the makeup industry to develop a 24-pack of crayons that accurately reflect the world's diverse skin palette.

By Jeanne Goddard

26 May 60 Views

Pilots Are Giving Free Flights to Diverse Kids Who Need High-Flying Role Models and Mentors

Less than 10% of America's aviation workers are people of color – but these pilots are hoping to change that by taking kids under their wings.

By Tiffani Spengler

30 April 54 Views

Canadian Students Celebrate Nation's Birthday in Breathtaking Face Paint Tribute

These Canadian students wished their country a happy birthday with a breathtaking sixty seconds of diversity and beauty.

By Jessica Betts

28 June 48 Views

Man Takes Inheritance From Racist Parent, Makes Amends

When Michael Young died in 2000, shortly after his 100th birthday, Perry was a little embarrassed to receive an inheritance from the racist relative. He gave the bulk of it to his daughter, treated himself to a good suit, and then resolved to have some fun with the remaining £10,000. More than a decade later, he is still doing so.

By Jeanne Goddard

19 September 53 Views

Hear Children's Wisdom When Asked What Makes Them Different

These kids were pretty stumped when asked by adults about what makes them different from their friends.

By Tiffani Spengler

23 June 47 Views

Black Man Befriending KKK Members Has Led to 200 People Quitting the Organization

Daryl Davis firmly believes that if he has a conversation with a Klansman, he can convince them that their hatred is misplaced – and he's usually right.

By Tiffani Spengler

22 December 44 Views

Black Santa is Coming to the Mall of America For 1st Time

For the first time in history, the largest mall in America will play host to a Kris Kringle of color, giving kids an exciting new example of representation.

By Tiffani Spengler

02 December 53 Views

Adorable Preschool "Twins" Take a Stand Against Discrimination

4-year-old best friends Jia and Zuri believe it's not their differences that matter in the world-their similarities are what counts.

By Jeanne Goddard

16 December 45 Views

Kids Learn Diversity From Musician's Instruments Made of Donkey Jaws and Goat Toenails

These unique contraptions aren't just instruments for music - they are also a teacher's instruments for education and diversity.

By Casey Jones

29 October 54 Views

Build Your Own Orchestra: Make Beautiful Music Via Artists Around the Globe

No matter how you conduct this online world orchestra, it sounds beautiful.

By Tiffani Spengler

11 July 47 Views