“Nearly 20% of children and young people ages 3-17 in the United States have a mental, emotional, developmental, or behavioral disorder, and suicidal behaviors among high school students increased more than 40% in the decade before 2019. ... These trends were...
Roadmap: Planning a Multigenerational Vacation
Keeping everyone in your family happy, from the littlest kids to the elders, seems impossible but it's not—with these tips. Traveling is one of the most transformative and life-changing experiences for travelers of any age. It becomes even more enriching when...
7 Tips for Summer Entertaining on a Budget
It's summer, and that means it is time to get together with the people we care about most. For those of us who like hosting parties and cookouts, learning to entertain on a budget can help ensure a successful and fun event that doesn't break your wallet. These seven...
The Black Traveler’s Guide to Exploring the Best of Botswana
Botswana is one of the best-kept secrets when traveling in Southern Africa. It is a land of incredible variety; from the arid Kalahari Desert and the lush Okavango Delta to the abundant Chobe region. The country promotes low-impact, high-cost tourism options that are...
How Entrepreneur Baratang Miya Combats the Digital Divide for Women and Girls in South Africa
Africa is the future and sits at the forefront of the entrepreneurship movement. This strategic placement also has incredible economic and cultural implications for the Mother Continent and the world. EBONY sat down with South Africa-based entrepreneur and co-founder...
3 Summer Enclaves All Black Travelers Should Visit Beyond Martha’s Vineyard
s Black travelers, finding destinations where you feel welcomed and can truly let your guard down to relax can be a challenge. Fortunately, the United States offers several hidden gems that are famous for their open and welcoming nature toward travelers of color....
The Impact of Father Figures on Our Children’s Mental Health
In June, we focus on fatherhood and celebrate the fathers and father figures in our lives. It is no secret the importance these male figures play in the lives of families and the influence they have on guiding and shaping their children’s lives. Now more than ever,...
3 REASONS WHY THE SEYCHELLES SHOULD BE ON YOUR TRAVEL BUCKET LIST
Everyone is always looking for that perfect island getaway and most travelers are seeking a destination that offers sun and fun, excellent food and nightlife options, and opportunities for some self-care and pampering. If these are things that motivate your travel...
SINQUA WALLS SHARES THE HOLIDAY DISHES HE CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT, AND HOW BREAKING BREAD WITH OTHERS IS A FORM OF LOVE
The Louisiana native says his family always has three things on their holiday plates. Thanksgiving is here, which means we are in the thick of the holiday season that brings us together with family and friends around the dinner table. Food plays an important role in...
‘Till’ Shows Black Mothers Continue To Fight for a World That Sees Their Children As Human
Emmett Till's tragic story takes on new importance in 2022. Here, Danielle Deadwyler, who stars as Till's mother Mamie Till-Mobley, explains what she hopes audiences will take away from the film. A mother’s love is one of the strongest forces on earth. It has the...