A study by Penn LDI’s Dr. Courtney Boen, PhD, MPH reveals that Black Americans are physiologically nine years older than their white counterparts of the same age due to continued discrimination. This study demonstrates the urgent need to dismantle racial inequities. bit.ly/3Uj91p8

Black women are driving #entrepreneurship growth in the U.S. despite the many barriers they face. We must continue to support these trailblazers, whose determination & resilience are narrowing gender & racial gaps & paving the way for economic inclusion. bit.ly/3UdbJMY

Private wealth investors are seeking alternative investment and private equity strategies. To meet their needs, Vista Equity Partners recently welcomed Dan Parant as our new Global Head of Private Wealth Solutions. Welcome to the team, Dan. bit.ly/3W9ueo0

Healthcare disparities continue to disproportionately affect the Black community. Recent data shows Black individuals are less likely to be asked about or screened for eating disorders even though they’re as likely, or more, to be affected as white peers. bit.ly/3WcilO7

In the 1960s, Ed Dwight was one of the first Black Americans to be recruited for astronaut training but wasn’t selected due to racial barriers. A pioneer in #STEM , Ed will now travel to space as part of Blue Origin’s New Shepard mission. Read more. bit.ly/3QbwRle

A recent report from McKinsey & Company shows that Gen AI increases developers’ coding efficiency and productivity. To safely take advantage of these tools, developers must learn to successfully integrate tools that support AI and human collaboration. bit.ly/3Jpal4B

Black woman-owned professional network The BOSS Network, founded by @IamCameka, is donating $50K grants to three Divine Nine Sororities, NPHC HQ & Chicago Urban League to celebrate The Boss Network’s 15th anniversary. Read more about this generous donation.
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April is #FinancialLiteracyMonth , a time to raise awareness on the importance of understanding finances and educating our youth. Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings, co-hosts of the Earn Your Leisure podcast, are starting an initiative to do just that. bit.ly/3Jo8jBX

It’s exciting to see the launch of Student Freedom Initiative’s Student Freedom Loan Agreement, which offers more flexible repayment terms than standard student loans. By tackling student debt, we are closing the #racialwealthgap through educational opportunities. bit.ly/3xzwZVo

The data proves that diversity takes innovation to the next level, and when it comes to AI, women continue to show us the power of perspective. However, the #gendergap in tech continues to widen, we must be intentional to close this gap. Read more. tcrn.ch/3VSGidh

Excited to join Daphne Dufresne (GenNx360), Patricia Miller Zollar (Neuberger Berman), Ivelisse Rodriguez Simon (Avante Capital Partners) & Sherrese Clarke Soares (@HarbourViewEP) at NationalActionNet's Convention, exploring retirement fund investment growth.

A New Orleans opera company, OperaCreole, is reviving 19th-century composer and New Orleans native Edmond Dede’s “Morgiane” for its first-ever live performance. As an advocate for the #arts , I’m excited to see Dede’s composition come to life. Read more. bit.ly/4anhe2c

PowerBuddy is PowerSchool’s latest innovation in personalized learning. The tool uses #AI to help students, educators, administrators and parents customize learning plans and methods. Learn more about this exciting application for AI. bit.ly/49l3jsf

Generation Z, or #GenZ , is reshaping the landscape of giving, according to Forbes. Despite being one of the youngest generations, they are recording some of the highest acts of #philanthropy compared with other generations. Read more. bit.ly/4cJpT0v

.Zeita Merchant 🛟⚓️ has made history as the first Black woman admiral in the U.S. Coast Guard. Her accomplishment serves as an inspiration to many young Black women to pursue similar goals. Congratulations, Admiral Merchant. Read more. bit.ly/3vCdcEg

#HBCU Spelman College received its largest donation in the college’s history from Ronda Stryker and her husband, William Johnston. The $100 million donation will support students for years to come and will help shape the #leaders of tomorrow. Read more. bit.ly/3TUsZax

In celebration of #WHM2024 , I’m reflecting on the life and legacy of Dorothy Irene Height, a #civilrights , #womensrights and #socialjustice advocate who was pivotal in planning the March of Washington. Her legacy continues to inspire us. Read more. bit.ly/3xhXo9T