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When Protection Becomes Possession

By BWSMCOMMUNITY OUTREACH, LATEST, SOCIAL JUSTICENo Comments

“Control is not care. Protection is not love.”
During Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, we’re breaking the silence around coercive control — the quiet violence that hides behind strength, love, and culture in Black communities.
This isn’t just a women’s issue. It’s a community issue. It’s time to unlearn silence and build a culture rooted in truth, respect, and real love.
Read the full story on Black Wall Street Media.

November 1, 2025

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Sean Combs, Accountability & The Afrofemicide crisis.

By Daniella MaisonLATEST, OPINION, WORLD NEWSNo Comments

In light of the recent revelations about Sean Combs’ attack on Cassie Ventura and the ongoing crisis of femicide among Black women, it’s crucial to address the intersection of race, gender, and violence. Our collective action and accountability are needed to challenge the systemic failures and societal biases that perpetuate these injustices. Join the conversation and stand up for justice.

June 4, 2024

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Is ‘Othello’ relevant today?September 19, 2026
Othello: A Timeless Exploration of Jealousy, Racism, and Ambition
A life lived beyond the limits of representationSeptember 18, 2026
Bonnie Greer was never simply a writer, playwright or broadcaster. She was a cultural force who refused to be confined by the expectations placed on Black women in public life. From Chicago to Britain, from theatre and literature to television and institutional leadership, she built a life defined by intellect, independence and an unapologetic right to occupy space. As Britain remembers her following her death at 77, this article looks beyond the achievements and asks what her life represented: the power of cultural authority, the importance of institutional access, and the freedom to be fully human rather than simply inspirational.
INSANE ENERGY INCOMING!August 29, 2026
INSANE ENERGY INCOMING! ⚡️🎉 Get ready for the ultimate Notting Hill Carnival 2026 experience! 🚨 Streetmic and Black Wall St Media are bringing you live, uninterrupted coverage straight from the heart of the vibes all weekend long! 🥁🔊💃 Don’t miss a single beat, costume, or moment! 🙌✨ ⏰ When: Starting this weekend from 9:00 AM 🌐 Where: Streamed LIVE directly from our website! Tap the image at 9:00 AM to join the live stream!
The Carnival Was Born TwiceAugust 29, 2026
Notting Hill Carnival was never just a party. It was born from racism, shaped by migration and transformed into one of Britain’s most powerful expressions of Black Caribbean culture. But how old is Carnival really and who helped build it? From Claudia Jones and the pioneering 1959 Caribbean Carnival to Edric and Pearl Connor’s cultural activism, the 1964 turning point and the emergence of the street Carnival, this is a story of resistance, creativity, identity and belonging. The Carnival was born more than once. And the people who helped build it deserve to be remembered.
Dolly Parton and the Black Artists Who Expanded the Meaning of American MusicAugust 28, 2026
🎵 Dolly Parton, Black artists and the untold story of American music. What happens when a country music icon’s legacy intersects with the Black artists who helped shape the very sound of the genre? From Whitney Houston and Beyoncé to the Black musicians whose contributions were written out of country music’s mainstream history, this article explores music, race, ownership, collaboration and who truly benefits from creativity. Because appreciation is one thing. Power, credit and ownership are another. 👉 Read the full article and discover the deeper story behind Dolly Parton and the Black artists who expanded the meaning of American music.