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“Wicked Policing”:  A Reality in All Black Communities throughout America

I am probably one of few people in America who has not seen the George Floyd video.  Furthermore, I do not have any plans to watch it, nor the brutal beating of Tyre Nichols, the next saga of “Wicked Policing:  The American Tragedy.” It is hard for me to stomach violence in movies, let alone […]

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United States Hispanic Leadership Institute 40th National Conference

March is Women’s History Month. It is a moment when America recognizes the important role that women have played in our communities and society. Among our many achievements, women have been in the forefront of empowerment and social impact. That is why it was such a pleasure to be a panelist on the “Empowering Women […]

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Ramona Houston - Roundtable in Honor of Black History Month with Secretary Antony Blinken

Roundtable in Honor of Black History Month with Secretary Antony Blinken

It was an immense honor to serve as a panelist for the Black History Month Roundtable with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. As an American historian focusing on African American history and champion of DEI&A, I am thrilled to see the State Department recognize African American achievement. Organized by the Thursday Luncheon Group, the […]

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Have a Coke and Tea with Ramona Houston

Japan-America Society of Georgia Thank you very much to the Japan-America Society of Georgia (JASG) for featuring me as a guest on their video/podcast series “Have a Coke and Tea.” As a member of JASG, I enjoyed talking with Yoshi Domoto, Executive Director of JASG and host of the show.  We explored topics such as […]

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And Still We Rise: Black Women Scholars in the Ebony Tower since 1965

Texas Southern University Thank you to Dr. Karen Kossie-Chernyshev, Professor in the Department of History at Texas Southern University for inviting me to serve as moderator of “And Still We Rise!: Black Women Scholars in the Ebony Tower since 1965.” This powerful conversation highlighted the educational journeys and professional contributions of Black women scholars at […]

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Black Influence on Brown: Impactful, Bold and Beautiful

Chai and Just Chat Thank you to Nazeera Dawood, host and moderator, of “Chai and Just Chat” for inviting me to join her panel discussion “Black Influence on Brown:  Impactful, Bold and Beautiful.” During this engaging discussion, this distinguished panel of scholars and activists explored the historical connection of the African American and South Asian […]

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Impacting Audiences Abroad: Discussions on Race in America

US Embassy Monrovia and US Embassy in Zambia The world looks to America to inspire their movements for social change, and African Americans have played a vital role in these movements to make America the beacon of hope for the world. That is why it was such an honor for me to serve as the […]

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Race Relations: A Playbook for Success

Race Relations: A Playbook for Success

Women in Sports and Entertainment Atlanta Chapter The Women in Sports and Entertainment (WISE) Atlanta Chapter held “Race Relations: A Playbook for Success,” an enlightening and informative live discussion on the meaning of diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I). The panel of DE&I trailblazers included Justin Reyes, Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Major League […]

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Empowering Women of Color for Social Change

United States Hispanic Leadership Institute 39th National Conference Despite the global pandemic, the United States Hispanic Leadership Institute moved forward with hosting its 39th National Conference, February 18-20, 2021.  Its theme this year was “New Leadership, A New Beginning.”  Despite having to be held virtually this year, the USHLI National Conference continued its tradition of […]

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Miguel Cardona: President-Elect Joe Biden’s Choice for Secretary of Education

Delivering on his promise of creating a diverse administration, President-Elect Joe Biden has announced his nominee Miguel Cardona for Secretary of Education. From Connecticut, Miguel Cordona has an impressive career in public education. According to The Washington Post, Miguel Cardona is an “inspired choice” to serve as the leader of education in our nation. An […]

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