In 2022, the number of golfers enjoying the game on grass courses increased for the sixth consecutive year, reaching 25.6 million—a growth of half a million players, according to the National Golf Foundation. Participation in golf courses stood at 27.9 million, surpassing on-course players for the first time. The organization also asserts that ever since… Continue reading Meet These Thriving Black-Owned Golf Clubs in Florida
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Leona Serao Plans to Be the First Black Woman to Fly Solo Around the World
Leona Serao, a 23-year-old commercial pilot, is gearing up for an extraordinary journey this summer. Born in the United States but raised in the Democratic Republic of Congo, she aims to make history by embarking on a three-month solo flight around the world. Departing from New York City, her ambitious itinerary spans 33 countries across… Continue reading Leona Serao Plans to Be the First Black Woman to Fly Solo Around the World
Meet The Black Woman Behind The New Wellness Space In New Orleans
Freedom Apothecary is a new Black woman-owned wellness space in New Orleans that aims to revolutionize the wellness industry in the city. Focusing on women-founded skincare and well-being, Freedom Apothecary offers tinctures, beauty products, literature and divination at its self-care shop. The wellness space also provides a full range of facial services and a mixing… Continue reading Meet The Black Woman Behind The New Wellness Space In New Orleans
WNBA Star Brittney Griner Pleads Guilty To Drug Charges In Russia
Three days after U.S. WNBA (The Women’s National Basketball Association) star Brittney Griner, detained in Russia on drug charges, made a direct plea to President Joe Biden to stand up for her, she pleaded guilty this Thursday as her trial continued in a Russian court. She admitted to bringing cannabis into the country. However, the… Continue reading WNBA Star Brittney Griner Pleads Guilty To Drug Charges In Russia
Ackee Pousada: The Black-Owned Hostel Bringing Afro-Brazilian Hospitality Experience In São Paulo, Brazil
Ackee Pousada is one of the few Black-owned hostels in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. Opened in 2008 and located in one of the most beautiful cities in São Paulo— Olímpia, Ackee Pousada offers guests a unique Afro-Brazilian hospitality experience. Founded in 2008, the hostel is owned by Carol Damiá. Ackee was inspired by… Continue reading Ackee Pousada: The Black-Owned Hostel Bringing Afro-Brazilian Hospitality Experience In São Paulo, Brazil
Colombia Elects First Afro-Colombian Woman VP Francia Marquez. Meet Her Journey From Maid To Political Power
Francia Márquez is the name of the Black Colombian woman who drastically changed the history and political face of Colombia. On June 19, 2022, Márquez became the first Afro-Colombian woman to be elected vice-President of the country, sparking many celebrations in South America. The 40-year-old political leader and her presidential running mate Gustavo Petro garnered… Continue reading Colombia Elects First Afro-Colombian Woman VP Francia Marquez. Meet Her Journey From Maid To Political Power
Kobe Bryant Tragic Death Made This Black Woman Start A Travel Agency In Ghana
Vidette Adjorlolo is the founder and CEO of Sorted Chale, a Black-owned travel agency in Ghana that provides tours around Africa. Located in Accra, Sorted Chale was born after Adjorlolo felt intense sorrow following the tragic death of Kobe Bryant, in January 2020. “I was a 26-year-old banker based in Hong Kong, living what to… Continue reading Kobe Bryant Tragic Death Made This Black Woman Start A Travel Agency In Ghana
This Black Woman Quit Her Six-Figure Salary Job To Open Her Own Travel Agency
Jenn Earley is the 42-year-old founder and CEO of Cultured Vacations, a Black-owned travel agency that offers curated travel experiences. Living in Atlanta, Georgia, Earley has always had a great passion for traveling. After quitting her six-figure salary job, she decided to start her travel agency to share her travel experiences and help people of… Continue reading This Black Woman Quit Her Six-Figure Salary Job To Open Her Own Travel Agency
Meet The Atlanta Millenial Who Created A Social Network For Outdoorsy Black Women
Toyin Ajayi, 36, was born in England. Half Nigerian and half Ghanaian, she was raised in Atlanta GA, which makes her a multicultural peach. In January 2021, Ajayi launched Outdoorsy Black Women, a social network dedicated to supporting African American women in outdoor activities. The site has become a huge success and now she decided… Continue reading Meet The Atlanta Millenial Who Created A Social Network For Outdoorsy Black Women
Traveler Story: Living Abroad As A Family With Disabilities
Nicole Ratliff began living abroad as a child because her mother was in the U.S. Army. They were stationed in Germany and Japan. Fast forward to 2018, she had an epiphany. After living in Clayton, North Carolina, where she was working for the USDA-APHIS-Animal Care as their Fleet Manager, she made a decision: “I will… Continue reading Traveler Story: Living Abroad As A Family With Disabilities
Rio de Janeiro Carnival Queen: Meet The Black Woman Who Came From Impoverished Neighborhood To Win Brazil’s Carnival Beauty Contest
Brazil’s Carnival is the main celebration in the country, attracting people from all over the world to celebrate the party on the streets of Rio de Janeiro where Samba music is the soundtrack. However, due to the Omicron variant that hit the country in December 2021, the Rio de Janeiro carnival 2022 was postponed to… Continue reading Rio de Janeiro Carnival Queen: Meet The Black Woman Who Came From Impoverished Neighborhood To Win Brazil’s Carnival Beauty Contest
A Successful Black Woman Entrepreneur In Ghana Tells Why She Quit Her Dream Job As A Lawyer In NYC
Before moving and becoming a successful Black woman entrepreneur in Ghana eight years ago, Nana Amoako-Anin (45) had what can be considered a perfect life in New York. This former New York-based lawyer, born in the United States, had reached a very exciting level of her career, having started out in the field of law… Continue reading A Successful Black Woman Entrepreneur In Ghana Tells Why She Quit Her Dream Job As A Lawyer In NYC