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Paving the Way: The Transformative Potential of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for Black Americans

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has the power to address transportation inequalities and pave the way for transformative change, but only if there is a concerted effort to invest in accessible and sustainable infrastructure, prioritize emerging transportation initiatives, and actively engage marginalized communities in the decision-making processes.

From Mistrust to Empowerment: Transforming Healthcare for Black Americans

As the 2024 election approaches, access to healthcare remains a critical issue, particularly for Black Americans.

Towards Equity: Championing Health Justice for Black Women

As National Women's Health Week unfolds, it's imperative to shine a spotlight on the enduring healthcare disparities that disproportionately impact Black women

The Power and Promise of the Black Vote

In our current political landscape, we are witnessing a pivotal moment in history where the power wielded by Black voters is being increasingly recognized and acknowledged—although not always with positive intentions or to positive ends. It is crucial to lean into this moment ahead of the 2024 election and recognize its implications for democracy and Black social life.

Amplifying Legacies, Igniting Voices of Change

In the spirit of Black History Month and against the backdrop of a pivotal election year, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) proudly unveils "Voices of Change", a month-long campaign designed to illuminate and honor the profound narratives of Black leaders, activists, and change makers who have indelibly shaped the landscape of activism and championed voting rights throughout history.

Rise, Resist, Remember: 2023 NREI Summit

In the ongoing fight for social justice, the 2023 National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice’s (NREI) Summit serves as a powerful platform for crucial discussions to inspire, educate, and mobilize our communities and organizations. This year, we are excited to delve into three pressing issues: protecting the Black vote, preserving Black history, and banned books, and corporations’ roles in advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA).

Closing the Gap: Reflecting on Black Women’s Equal Pay Day and the Path Forward

Black Women's Equal Pay Day highlights the problem of Black women disproportionately affected by the gender pay gap, signaling the date that Black women must work until to earn what non-Hispanic White men made in the previous year.

Reflecting on 30 Years of the Mervyn L. and Stephanie Tubbs Jones Memorial Scholarship Classic

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Mervyn L. and Stephanie Tubbs Jones Memorial Scholarship Classic, we had the opportunity to speak with some of the dedicated members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Spouses.

George Floyd: Three Years Later, The Work Remains

By: Olajumoke Obayanju—Sr. Director, National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice, CBCF George Floyd should still be alive. Until we become radically honest with the callousness of policing in the […]

Centering Black Voices for Better Health Outcomes

American populations are more diverse than ever, and demographic groups of various cultural, ethnic, and racial backgrounds require culturally responsive and informed systems.