Dr. Marie Feagins Elected To Steer Largest Public School District In Tennessee
Feagins takes over Memphis-Shelby County Schools after the former superintendent's resigned for alleged sexual relationships with employees.
Dr. Marie Feagins has been elected to serve as the new superintendent of Memphis-Shelby County Schools in Tennessee, the state’s largest public school district.
Fox 13 reports the vote by the board took two rounds after Feagins initially fell one vote shy, with five of the six needed in round one. She ultimately clinched the post with unanimous backing.
In a release, the district noted Feagins’ “enthusiasm for immersing herself in the vibrant culture of Memphis and Shelby County.” Board members were impressed by how the Detroit Public Schools’ Chief of High Schools “solidified herself as a leader who can unite and uplift” schools.
School Board Appoints Dr. Marie Feagins as Next Superintendent of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
Feagins will take over a district that has lacked a permanent superintendent since August 2022.
Praising her incoming “whole-soul leadership style,” MSCS said Feagins’ work in Detroit “sparked growth in several areas across high schools, reflected in student and staff accomplishments, and her background in media helps her connect with different audiences.”
Among the three final candidates, surveys found Feagins earned unanimous teacher backing alongside 70% community and 78% board member approval ratings. Critiques focused on her limited higher-level district management experience over complex systems.
“Memphis, it is an honor to be named your next Superintendent,” Feagins said in a statement. “I am deeply grateful to the School Board, educators, and the community for placing their trust in me to lead our District forward. I am committed to doing whatever it takes to move us from good to phenomenal because that is what OUR city and county deserve.”
She vowed that through collective efforts MSCS will “defy the odds and become a national model of bold, transformational education.”
Previous Superintendent Dr. Joris Ray faced suspension in July 2022 amid accusations of inappropriate staff relations. After an investigation for alleged sexual relationships with employees, he resigned a month later with a nearly $500,000 severance package.
Interim replacement and district CFO Toni Williams was also briefly considered before being removed from contention.
Williams welcomed Feagins in a letter to the MSCS community, writing, “She champions urban education & is excited to join this heartfelt work” Williams publicly praised Feagins as the incoming MSCS superintendent in a Feb. 12 post on X.
10 Historical Hot Spots To Pull Up To For Black History
BLACK ENTERPRISE is going hard with all things Blackety-Black per usual.
We know what you’re thinking. It’s February, the shortest month of the year and everyone and their mama is going to hit you over the head with a bunch of Black History Month data, facts, and highlights and statistics. Well, guess what? You’re right. BLACK ENTERPRISE is going hard with all things Blackety-Black per usual. We do this: 24, seven, 365 days of the year. BE is committed to producing content for us and by us, so it’s only right we go harder during the Blackest month of the calendar year. To kick things off, we’re suggesting folks get up, get out, and get better acquainted with these 10 historical places.
1) Congo Square
Considered the birthplace of Jazz, Congo Square was a gathering spot for the enslaved and free people of color to congregate and socialize, typically, on Sundays. Markets, drumming, dancing and celebrations took place in this historical landmark in New Orleans.
2) Harriet Tubman Home
Not many know the history of Harriet Tubman’s time in New York State. After finding freedom from enslavement for herself and others, The activist settled in Auburn, New York, where she remained till her death in 1913. At one point, the Tubman home was used for “the Aged and Infirm Negros.” Her home is now a national historical park site.
3) Montgomery Riverfront
The Montgomery riverfront has a storied past. The area once served as an auction block for enslaved people. Just a few blocks from the riverfront is where Rosa Parks initiated the Montgomery bus boycott in 1955. In August 2023, the riverfront was part of a cultural moment when a group of Blacks came to the defense of a Black man who was jumped by a group of drunken, rowdy, Caucasians.
4) Lillie Carroll Jackson Civil Rights Museum
The Lillie Carroll Jackson house is located in West Baltimore where the civil rights activist once lived and served her community. Jackson was integral to the Baltimore chapter of the NAACP as chairperson and president for almost 40 years. Jackson comes from a long line of Black excellence and civic engagement. The house, which was restored and developed into a museum is a living representation of the family’s service.
5) Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
The Schomburg Center is the epicenter of Black cultural information in Harlem. The research library is a New York Public Library and upholds its namesake vision in exhibiting, preserving, and making accessible “materials focused on African American, African Diaspora, and African experiences.”
6) Hammond House Museum
This historical Black museum, located in Atlanta in a predominantly Black neighborhood known as the West End, is a few blocks from the Atlanta University Center. The home originally belonged to Dr. Otis Hammond who was an avid art collector and now, is owned and operated by the city of Atlanta and boasts over 450 pieces of Black art in its collection.
7) Lorraine Hotel
The Lorraine Hotel in Memphis is where Dr. Martin Luther King was assassinated. The historical site is eerie in that it has been preserved in its original state since Dr. King’s senseless murder, transporting visitors back to April 4, 1968. The hotel is connected to the National Civil Rights Museum.
8) John Coltrane Church
Located in the San Francisco Bay area is a house of worship that honors the late great Jazz musician John Coltrane. Parishioners engage in a Sunday mass that welcomes participation in song and dance. Churchgoers can bring instruments to play during church service. The first Sunday of the month, the church hosts A Love Supreme Meditation where folks can “calm the mind and tune into the spirit.”
9) Oyotunji African Village
This African Village in Sheldon, South Carolina, was developed in 1970, and is modeled after West African kingdoms and society. The Black nationalist settlement stands on African principles, teaches diaspora history, African traditional religion, spirituality, and culture.
10) Door Of No Return
As history has it, Africans were stolen from their villages and sold into chattel slavery. On the Cape Coast of Africa, located in Ghana, is Elmina Castle’s door of no return which signifies this horrible transaction and marks the exit from the mother continent, the journey of the middle passage and the entry to the Transatlantic slave trade. It would be the last time enslaved Africans would touch native soil.
Sony Music Acquires Half Of Michael Jackson’s Reported $1.2B Catalog
Sony Music Group has acquired half of Michael Jackson's publishing and recorded masters catalog, which is reportedly worth over $1.2 billion.
Sony Music Group has acquired half of Michael Jackson’s publishing and recorded masters catalog worth over $1.2 billion.
Sony paid Jackson’s estate $600 million in the deal, considered the largest valuation ever of a musician’s music assets, which is said to be worth between $1.2 to $1.5 billion. The acquisition was made late last year and doesn’t include royalties from the MJ Broadway play and other theatrical productions featuring Jackson’s music.
The deal also includes music not made by Jackson as part of his Mijac publishing catalog, including the 250-song Sly & the Family Stone publishing catalog, as well as iconic songs written and/or performed by Jerry Lee Lewis, Jackie Wilson, Curtis Mayfield, Ray Charles, Percy Sledge, and Dion.
Early last year, Variety revealed that the deal was in the works, allowing Primary Wave Music to keep a 10% stake in Jackson’s publishing assets. Sony caught a break in the final buyout number as the King of Pop’s estate initially wanted between $800 and $900 million for the acquisition.
Sony has been the home for Jackson’s recorded music catalog throughout his solo career, which included such mammoth hits as “Beat It” and “Thriller,” and the latter part of his tenure with the Jackson 5. Following the singer’s death in 2009 at the age of 50, his estate’s substantial entertainment interests have been diligently managed by his longtime lawyer, John Branca, and executive John McClain.
Seven years after Jackson’s death, Sony Corp. reached a $750 million agreement with MJ’s estate to acquire its 50% stake in the joint venture they launched in 1995, Sony/ATV Music Publishing. In 2018, when Sony released an earnings report showcasing its $2.3 billion acquisition of EMI Music Publishing, it revealed the company also acquired the Jackson estate’s 25.1% stake for $287.5 million.
Jackson’s estate reportedly earns about $75 million annually.
Coach Prime’s Son Shilo Sanders Set Sights On Gridiron Glory At NFL Honors
In a star-studded NFL Honors night in Las Vegas, the Sanders family, led by Coach Prime, stole the spotlight as they navigated the event.
In a star-studded NFL Honors night in Las Vegas, the Sanders family, led by Deion Sanders, aka ‘Coach Prime’, stole the spotlight as they navigated the event. Shilo Sanders, one of Coach Prime’s sons, even took a moment to share his aspirations with Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank regarding the 2025 NFL Draft, expressing a desire for the iconic No. 21, according to Sports Illustrated.
Amid the interaction, Blank, perhaps eager at the prospect, momentarily misunderstood, thinking Shilo was entering the upcoming draft. However, Coach Prime clarified the situation, indicating that his son still had one more year before entering the NFL, as reported by Well Off Media.
Shilo Sanders is poised for a significant year at the University of Colorado, building on a stellar season where he showcased his skills with 54 tackles, four forced fumbles, three pass defenses, and a memorable pick-six against CSU in the Rocky Mountain Showdown. As a sixth-year senior, Sanders brings valuable experience to CU’s secondary.
The NFL Honors event was just one highlight of Sanders’ eventful offseason. Apart from engaging in Super Bowl 58 festivities, he underwent pinky surgery to address a lingering injury. Sanders also made waves internationally, representing Colorado in the 2024 Louis Vuitton Men’s Fall-Winter Collection Show in Paris.
Reflecting on his exciting offseason, Sanders had the opportunity to spend time with Mayor Parker, a Bernese mountain dog, of the Loveland Ski Area. Despite the pinky surgery and globetrotting experiences, Shlio remains focused on returning to the gridiron with newfound vigor.
Coach Prime, a former fifth overall pick for Atlanta in the 1989 NFL Draft, has carved a unique legacy. His sons’ involvement in the football scene, with Shlio Sanders potentially joining the NFL ranks, adds another intriguing chapter to the Sanders family story. With the upcoming NFL Draft, there’s a chance Atlanta could once again witness the Sanders name donning the iconic No. 21, bridging a remarkable 36-year gap.
As Coach Prime and his sons gear up for offseason drills back in Boulder, anticipation surrounds the promising talent that will join the Colorado football program, marking the continuation of a compelling family saga on and off the field.
Black Business Owners Open Brick-And-Mortar Stores In Oakland Despite Crime Surge
Prideful Patchez and Theory Bar owners believe now is the time to pour into the Oakland community.
Despite recent crime issues, new Black-owned businesses like apparel shop Prideful Patchez and a new bar named Theory are opening with optimism in Oakland, California. Owners cite affordable post-pandemic rents and a desire to uplift their hometown as driving their investments.
Harris started her patch shop online in 2019 when she retired after 34 years as Oakland’s first female civilian 911 dispatch manager. Making patch displaying designs celebrating African American culture and experiences is her second career.
Initially, Harris explained, “the rent was too high” for a physical space as “everything was unreasonable.” The COVID-19m pandemic introduced lower rental prices in Oakland. “I felt this was it,” she said. “This is where I’m supposed to be.” As for the reports regarding crime, she decided to “roll with it.”
Fellow Oakland natives and bartenders Gabriel Holland and James Fortune likewise embraced risks by opening Theory bar and lounge on Telegraph Avenue. Holland called ownership “a dream come true.” It’s been a goal since discovering his mixology passion 10 years ago. “It’s hard, but like anything else, it’s also wonderful when you’re doing something that you absolutely love,” Fortune said. Holland agreed their business can make a positive impact.
The Theory team looks to double their space this month with an adjoining craft cocktail lounge. Like Harris, building something in one’s hometown brings them pride. “Oakland has a lot of problems right now. I’m hoping the city can figure this thing out,” the Prideful Patchez founder remarked.
According to CNN, Oakland crime increased in 2023 compared to other major cities in America that showed a decrease. Robberies in the California city grew 38%, burglaries jumped 23% and motor vehicle thefts increased 44%. California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Feb. 6, the deployment of 120 California Highway Patrol officers to the city in an aim to “crack down on crime.”
Human resources experts and hiring consultants agree that employers need to up their game when it comes to recruiting and retaining top talent.
Originally Published March 2, 2015
Human resources experts and hiring consultants agree that employers need to up their game when it comes to recruiting and retaining top talent. As the economy improves, passive and active job seekers will have their pick of positions, and it will take a lot of effort from companies to hold onto the employees they need to grow.
BLACK ENTERPRISE wanted to hear what business owners should keep in mind when trying to recruit and retain top talent from members of Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. Here’s what they had to say:
Leverage Your Company’s Strengths
No two companies are the same. If you want to recruit and retain top talent, then find people who have the skills you need, but are also passionate about the work you are doing. I always look for people who have the “fire in the belly” for our technology or space. This often leads to employees who enjoy their work more and are more difficult for other companies to poach.
Create a Company Culture Your Employees Can Be Proud Of
Giving your employees something to brag about to their families and friends will not only help you keep your current top performers, but also create a buzz and attract new talent to your brand. Creating an energetic and inviting company culture by putting your employees first will keep your top talent raving about you and your company.
At EGFS, recruiting is a business development process. We cover all bases by reaching out to our network for referrals plus scouting top talent at competitors, universities, and business incubators/accelerators. We retain talent by making sure all hires share our vision and passion, giving them independence—we operate in a virtual office environment—and trusting in their abilities.
– David Ehrenberg
Create an Open and Honest Work Environment
Existing and potential employees will be motivated by a workplace that promotes honest and open communication. They will work harder knowing exactly what is expected of them and that they can talk to peers, managers, and the executive team comfortably. Top talent will be attracted knowing that their opinions are valued and retained employees will feel comfortable and equal with others.
Recruiting is a time-intensive task and most business owners don’t have the time to screen applicants to find the right fit. Start with a great job description and a series of mini tests with specific questions designed to reveal skills and passions. Hand it all over to the agency and let them do the work of narrowing the selection down to three to five candidates for you to interview and choose from.
– Nicole Munoz
Demonstrate Your Company’s Value
You need to present your company as worthy of consideration by top talent. The interview and hiring process goes both ways, so make sure your company is presenting well, too. By showing the value you offer to potential employees, the discussion becomes more collaborative and focuses on how each side can benefit from the other.
– Jason Kulpa
Keep the Bar High
Recruiting is a momentum play, and it starts by keeping the hurdle for hiring extremely high. Great talent is attracted to working with great talent. While it can be difficult to get the virtuous recruiting flywheel spinning, avoid the urge to fill seats with anything but the best—and keep raising the bar with each new hire. Soon recruiting will become self-sustaining.
If your first engineer is amazing, other engineers will want to work with them. If your founder is great, talented people will want to work for them and invest in them. Starting with the best you can get, is my No. 1 strategy because it has more of an effect on your recruiting and retaining outcomes than almost anything else. The early leaders in your organization will set the benchmark.
We give our employees a lot of autonomy to run with their ideas, and it’s worked well so far, driving the company to develop in unexpected but lucrative directions. Build a reputation as a place where talented people can realize their ambition and fulfill their potential, and you’ll end up hiring not only talented people, but exactly the kind of people who can take your company to the next level.
– Tomer Bar-Zeev
Follow the Golden Rule
Remember the reason you started your business in the first place. For me, I felt like I could build a company better than the company I once worked for simply by appreciating my team members. If we focus on treating others as we would want to be treated, we will always recruit/retain the best talent in our industry. In the last seven year period, our employee retention rate is over 96 percent.
– Matt Telmanik
Ask for Employee Referrals
Use your best employees as a referral source. If you establish a referral program, you will find new talent while rewarding your top talent, and incentivize them to stay with the company. Your top employees can recognize great talent, and will thrive even more when they are surrounded by it and feel like they are part of the recruiting process.
To me, cultural fit is simple: If this person was part of our team, would he or she make it more or less likely for the next person to want to join the company? Great people follow great people. One bad hire will not only hurt your bottom line, but will keep other good people from joining your company and drive away the good people you currently have.
Michael Jordan’s Game-Changing Investment Propels Michigan To National Football Glory
Back in 2015, basketball legend Michael Jordan took a leap into the realm of college football apparel by partnering with the Michigan Wolverines.
In a strategic move back in 2015, basketball legend Michael Jordan took a leap into the realm of college football apparel by partnering with the Michigan Wolverines, according to Sports Illustrated. Little did anyone know, this investment would turn into a triumphant celebration in 2024 as Michigan secured its first national title since 1997.
From the skybox, Jordan, alongside notable figures like Derek Jeter and Travis Scott, exuberantly cheered as the Wolverines dominated Washington, claiming victory with a score of 34-13 in the CFP National Championship back in January.
The genesis of this groundbreaking collaboration traces back to Michigan’s head coach, Jim Harbaugh, who embarked on a mission in 2015 to revive the Wolverines’ football program. It was during this period that the school’s shoe contract had ended, coincidentally aligning with Jordan Brand’s desire to make its mark in college football.
“When we first took the job here, there was a shoe contract that was up,” recalled Harbaugh in 2018. “There’s a lot of good shoes out there, etc. My son, Jay, came up with the idea. He’s like, ‘There’s no Jordan football school. That would be pretty awesome.'”
This idea birthed a monumental collaboration, resulting in a 15-year, $173.8 million deal between the University of Michigan and the Jordan Brand, solidifying the iconic Jumpman logo as the school’s exclusive apparel sponsor. At the time, this agreement made headlines as the most substantial apparel deal in college football, a distinction it held until Ohio State secured a 15-year, $252 million deal with Nike.
Michigan AJ XI cleats. It's pretty nice when your school is sponsored by the Jordan Brand. pic.twitter.com/xZr9Hc0B5N
Desmond Howard, a Michigan alumnus and former Super Bowl MVP, emphasized the transformative impact of the partnership on the school’s recruiting efforts. The association with Jordan Brand elevated Michigan’s appeal to highly sought-after recruits, offering them the unique opportunity to sport exclusive Jordan Brand apparel and shoes while on the field.
“I believe it all started when they (Michigan) signed with Jumpman because when they did that, it gave them credibility with a lot of recruits they wanted,” commented Howard, underscoring the influential role the collaboration played in the Wolverines’ ability to attract top-tier talent.
Michael Jordan’s strategic investment in the Michigan Football team through the Jordan Brand has not only reshaped the landscape of college football apparel but has also become a symbol of success as Michigan clinches the national title after years of dedicated effort and partnership.
Ghana’s Ancient Asante Kingdom Reclaims Stolen Artifacts After 150 Years
Royal artifacts pillaged from Ghana’s ancient Asante kingdom 150 years ago by British colonial forces have been returned and formally presented to the kingdom.
In a historic repatriation, seven royal artifacts pillaged from Ghana’s ancient Asante kingdom 150 years ago by British colonial forces have been returned and formally presented to the kingdom, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to rectify the plundering of African cultural heritage, according to the Associated Press. The artifacts, including an elephant tail whisk, an ornate wooden, leather, and iron chair, two gold stool ornaments, a gold necklace, and two bracelets, were looted during British colonization and later housed in the Fowler Museum at the University of California, Los Angeles.
At a poignant presentation ceremony in Ghana’s largest city, Kumasi, Otumfuo Osei Tutu, the king of the Asante kingdom, expressed the historical significance, stating, “We are here … (because) the white man came into Asanteman to loot and destroy it.” The return of these cultural treasures brings both joy and relief to the Asante kingdom, culminating a lengthy battle for repatriation.
The artifacts, taken in 1874 during the sacking of the Asante city, were part of the kingdom’s indemnity payment to the British. The return of these items on the 150th anniversary of their looting signifies a symbolic restoration of Ghana’s cultural soul. Kwasi Ampene, a negotiator in the repatriation process, emphasized the significance, stating, “The repatriation of the artifacts to Ghana signifies the return of our souls.”
The Fowler Museum stressed that all seven items are returned unconditionally and permanently, although replicas have been allowed. This act aligns with a global shift in museum perspectives, recognizing institutions as ethical custodians rather than unquestionable owners and interpreters of art based solely on scholarly expertise.
Silvia Forni, director of the Fowler Museum, highlighted this evolving perspective, saying, “We are globally shifting away from the idea of museums as unquestionable repositories of art, as collecting institutions entitled to own and interpret art based primarily on scholarly expertise, to the idea of museums as custodians with ethical responsibility.”
For the Asante people, the returned artifacts are not merely cultural relics but symbols of prestige and reverence for their ruler. Samuel Opoku Acheampong, a staff member at the Asante palace, reflected on the cultural significance, stating, “Our forefathers and our fathers told us about the artifacts. And ever since, as a kid, I had the vision that one day we shall have all these artifacts back to our Asante nation.”
This repatriation is part of a broader movement advocating for the return of stolen artifacts to their countries of origin, signaling a shift toward a more ethical and inclusive approach to preserving cultural heritage.
It’s Time To Have The Money Talk With Your Partner
Whether you're in a relationship or about to tie the knot, it's best to know where you mate's mind is on financial habits and status.
Originally Published Feb. 18, 2015
In my years of hosting workshops and keynotes, many have approached me inquiring about the ideal time to discuss the topic of money with a significant other. Early in my professional career, I often offered a time frame of after about six to eight months. However, as I have worked with more and more couples, I have realized there isn’t an exact timeline suited for everyone.
Now, when I receive the “money talk” question, I simply say that it needs to take place somewhere between seriously dating and saying, “I do.” I wouldn’t encourage anyone to waste their time discussing the topic of money with someone who hasn’t made it past the fourth date, nor would I approve of waiting until after getting married to have the discussion. The answer is in between the two.
With the number of people waiting until later in life to marry, the amount of income and assets being brought into marriages are increasing. People have worked hard professionally to achieve their positions and salary by the time they arrive at the median age of marriage, so it’s important to connect with someone who carries a similar value and understanding of how you view, or desire to view money. By no means am I saying that both people need to be financial gurus, but I will say it’s absolutely necessary for two people to discuss the following.
How much debt do you have?
This is an important topic to discuss because it provides a snapshot of how your money will be allocated during marriage (at least early on). When debt is brought into a marriage, it changes how much can be spent, invested, and shared. And just in case you’re wondering, $125,000 in student loans, $2,500 per month in child support, and $60,000 in credit card debt are things your significant other should know about prior to saying “I do.”
Do you believe in joint or separate bank accounts?
This is a decision that needs to be discussed up front so it doesn’t cause a messy distraction later on. Some couples choose to manage their household finance like roommates, where each is responsible for specific household expenses and pay from separate accounts. Others decide to pool their money together and manage monthly expenses from a joint account. Ultimately, you have to determine what makes the most sense for your relationship.
What are your credit scores?
Credit scoring is becoming more and more important in relationships and marriage. Imagine wanting to purchase your dream home only to learn that your spouse’s credit won’t afford you the opportunity to do so, or learning that you have to put major purchases in your name to avoid paying double-digit interest rates? Fortunately, your credit scores can be improved over time and with discipline. However, it’s a great idea to share your credit scores prior to marriage so you can begin the rebuilding process.
The timing of the money talk will vary based on the duration of your relationship, the openness of communication you share together and willingness to address this specific issue. An ideal time to address the topic is during the premarital counseling process. This is often the time where you intentionally address specific topics including spirituality, family, communication, conflict, sex, and more.
The money talk is important, so don’t wait until after “I do” to learn the money habits of your significant other.
Atlanta Hairstylist Transforms Madam C.J. Walker’s Historic Beauty Shop Into Museum
The new museum pays homage to America's first self-made female millionaire.
A hairstylist in Atlanta has transformed a long-standing beauty shop once owned by Madam C.J. Walker into its own semblance of history. The establishment will now become a Black history museum in the same neighborhood as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s childhood home.
The shop’s current owner, Atlanta stylist Ricci De Forest, found the historical gem three decades ago, buying out the space in the hopes of keeping its legacy intact. While gaining ownership of the beauty shop took nearly 20 years, he gained not only Walker’s domain, but the hair tools that made her a household name. As reported by Atlanta News First, the hair stylists who worked there throughout the decades lived through many periods of the nation and city’s history, noted through the changes in costs for typical styles.
“When she started doing hair here in the 1940s with these tools, a shampoo and press was 25 cents for a Negro woman,” shared de Forest about one of the shop’s oldest stylists.
Walker is a known figure in Black history for not only revolutionizing hair care for Black women, but developing a line of beauty products that made her America’s first self-made female millionaire. While celebrated for her entrepreneurial success, especially as a Black woman brought up during the Jim Crow era, she also utilized her platform toward social and racial justice, speaking at lectures and donating significantly to the National Association of Colored Women’s clubs.
The building encompassing the shop holds another monument of history in Atlanta, WERD radio station, the first of its kind to be Black-owned. Established in 1949, its placement right above the shop inspired De Forest to implement Black music history into the museum as well, paying homage with a donated record collected and photographs of the artists who would’ve had their songs played at the station.
“1949 to 1968, it’s the station Dr. Martin Luther King used,” de Forest said. “No white station would let a Negro come on and say where to boycott or coordinate logistics for the Civil Rights Movement, so WERD is crucial.”
The Madame C.J. Walker Museum is open now for visitors to take a step back into the time where Walker and WERD transformed the American landscape for the Black community forever.
