By Monique Couvson and Tynesha McHarris Black women and girls, femmes, and gender-expansive youth of color deserve abundant investments in supporting our liberated futures. Tragically, philanthropy has always underfunded us. In 2018, just $15 million out of almost $428 billion in philanthropic giving in the United States reached Black women and girls. That means less…
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Word In Black Op-Ed: There’s a Black Girl Funding Gap – But Black Futures Are Worth Billions
By Cidra Sebastien There is a blatant gap in funding specifically aimed to support Black girls and femmes. But in February, Black Girl Freedom Week showcased what is possible when we abundantly invest in the dreams, power, joy, and leadership of Black girls, femmes, and gender-expansive youth. During the week, culture leaders, celebrities, and changemakers…
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