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Author & African American History Professor
Hasan Kwame Jeffries teaches, researches, and writes about the African American experience from a historical perspective.
CEO of Basbaas Sauce
Each of these words can be used to describe Hawa Hassan. Not only has she authored a cookbook, walked on runways across the world, established her own condiment company, and…
Award-winning Medical Writer & Editor
As a medical ethicist, Harriet Washington has a unique and courageous voice and deconstructs the politics around medical issues.
Author, Educator, and Poet
Haki R. Madhubuti has been a pivotal figure in the development of a strong Black literary tradition, emerging from the Civil Rights era of the 60s and continuing to the…
Senior Writer, ESPN.com & ESPN The Magazine
Howard Bryant joined ESPN in August 2007 as a senior writer of, weekly columns for ESPN.com. He also contributes to ESPN The Magazine, ESPN, and ESPN Radio.Bryant arrived at ESPN…
CEO of McKinsey Social Initiative, a Nonprofit Organization that Implements Programs that Bring Together Varied Stakeholders to Address Complex Global and Social Challenges
Helene D. Gayle is CEO of McKinsey Social Initiative, a nonprofit organization that implements programs that bring together varied stakeholders to address complex global social challenges. Previously, she was president…
Professor, Author and Activist
Horace G. Campbell is a noted international peace and justice scholar and Professor of African American Studies and Political Science at Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York. Born in 1945…
Wizards basketball team can pump up your school, organization, or charity fundraising while providing an enthusiastic community building event
The Harlem Wizards show brings oohs, aahs and serious laughter inspired by sky-high slams, hilarious humor, dynamic energy, fan participation, world class tricks and basketball wizardry. The aerodynamic athleticism coupled…
Professional Baseball Player, Emmy Award-Winning Broadcaster
Harold Reynolds exemplifies success on and off the field. During his 12-year career as a Major League Baseball player, Harold spent 10 seasons with the Seattle Mariners and a year…
Celebrated Author, Actress and Advocate for Health and Families
From Holly Robinson Peete first appearance on the award-winning children's show Sesame Street at the age of four to her most recent gig on the hit comedy series Mike &…
Member of Basketball Hall of Fame & One of the Most Dominant Centers in the History of the NBA
Nigerian born basketball great, Hakeem Olajuwon, was born on January 21, 1963. Olajuwon played center for the Houston Rockets, whom he led to back-to-back championships in 1994 and 1995, and…
Award Winning Actress, Poet, and Playwright
Helena D. Lewis is an award winning actress, poet, and playwright. Her one-person show, “Call Me Crazy: Diary of A Mad Social Worker,” chronicles her work in the social service…
Award Winning TV & Film Actor, NY Times Bestselling Author, Youth and Education Advocate
Hill Harper is an award-winning actor, best-selling author, and philanthropist. Harper starred on the CBS TV drama CSI: NY from 2004 to 2013. As of March 2013, he joined the…
Former Football Analyst for ESPN and Head Coach at Arizona State University
Whether it is his faith, family, or football team, Herman Edwards exudes passion in all areas of his life. A successful NFL head coach turned in-studio analyst for ESPN, Edwards…
One of the United States Most Prominent Gospel Choirs
The world famous Harlem Gospel Choir is the most renowned gospel choir in America and a preeminent gospel choir worldwide. It travels the globe, sharing the joy of faith through…
Stand-Up Comedian, Actor and Television Writer; Starring on Comedy Central's "Broad City."
Hannibal Buress is a comedian, actor, writer, musician, magician, and poker dealer from Chicago. He’s appeared on television a lot. At least 10 times. Actually it’s way more than that.…
Hip-Hop Activist
Harry Allen, Hip-Hop Activist & Media Assassin, writes about race, politics and culture, for publications like VIBE, The Source, The Village Voice and others, and has been doing so for…
Award-Winning Poet
Jamele “Harlym125” Adams is, hands-down, one of the most powerful performance poets in the country. A onetime NPS finalist with the Boston Poetry Slam team back in 2008, he now…