Looking for a job in this economy is grueling. In December 2024, NBC recorded that the unemployment rate in the US was at 4.2%, which is alarming considering unemployment rates had never been below 5% in the 1970s or the 1980s. The job market is slow, and it’s taking candidates several months or years to find new job opportunities. Aliyah Jones knows this experience all too well. After being out of work for several months, she launched an unemployment series on LinkedIn. The series garnered tons of attention, and Jones
Black-owned organizations Afropunk, Walk Good LA, and Community Aid Dena have raised over $10 million for Black families displaced by the Los Angeles fires. Since January 7, the wildfires had caused the displacement of over 100,00 people, displaced 12,000 structures, and killed at least 24 people, according to The Guardian. The fires have significantly impacted Black communities in LA. The New York Times reported that although only 8% of the general population of LA is Black, 21% of the residents affected by the fire in Altadena are Black people. Which
This week, Techish hosts Michael and Abadesi dig into Gen Z politics, focusing on why some young men are shifting conservative. They chat about how social media and creators fuel toxic views on women and masculinity, the need for healthier masculinity, and the struggles young men face today. Plus, they tackle ageism in startups, questioning stereotypes about younger and older workers. Gen Z men are more conservative (00:17) Are online creators grooming boys to hate women? (06:55) The need for healthy masculinity (12:55) Should startups hire over 30s? (17:45) Listen
Propelle, a new investment platform tailored specifically for women, launched on September 25 with an ambitious aim: to close the UK’s gender wealth gap. The platform, founded by 40-year-old Ayesha Ofori, a former Goldman Sachs Executive Director, empowers women to invest confidently and build wealth. Closing The Gender Investment Gap During her six years at Goldman Sachs, Ofori managed over £500 million ($663 million) in client assets and saw firsthand how the investment world primarily benefited the wealthy—and predominantly men. With the UK’s gender investment gap currently standing at £1.65
A new Black Business Hub has opened in South Madison, Wisconsin. Spearheaded by the Urban League of Greater Madison, the $25.5 million facility aims to provide resources and space for Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs to thrive. A Hub for Business Growth and Community The Black Business Hub, located on South Park Street, held its ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 24, 2024. marking the completion of a project that began more than two years ago. The facility features four floors of retail, office, coworking spaces, and a commercial kitchen. Madison 365 reports
ImpactTulsa has secured a $3.6 million investment from StriveTogether, a national initiative focused on youth development, to place 15,000 more Tulsa youth on a path toward economic success by 2030. Empowering Tusla’s Youth ImpactTulsa was one of six organizations selected to receive this investment, which aims to support 4 million young people by 2030. A member of the StriveTogether Cradle to Career Network, ImpactTulsa is focused on bridging opportunity gaps, helping students pursue higher education, and facilitating lasting economic mobility. Their youth initiatives include student financial resources, a youth council empowering
Telegram has become “a global sewer” of illegal and extremist activities, including white supremacy, criminal networks, and terrorism, according to a four-month investigation by The New York Times. White Supremacist Activity Thrives on Telegram The Times analyzed more than 3.2 million Telegram messages from over 16,000 channels, uncovering 1,500 channels run by white supremacists. These channels have nearly one million members worldwide and openly coordinate racist activities, including inciting violence, promoting hate speech, and organizing protests. Telegram is “the most popular place for ill-intentioned, violent actors to congregate,” Rebecca Weiner,
A Pennsylvania mother has won the right to sue TikTok over the tragic death of her 10-year-old daughter, Nylah Anderson. Federal law has long shielded Big Tech companies from lawsuits for hosting content created and uploaded by third parties. However, this landmark ruling by the US appeals court asserts that companies can be held accountable for “knowing distribution and targeted recommendation” of harmful content. The Deadly TikTok Challenge Nylah Anderson died in December 2021 after attempting the “blackout challenge,” a viral trend that encouraged users to choke themselves until they
Blapp is changing the way Black-owned businesses connect with their communities and attract new clientele. Blapp: Bridging the Gap for Black-Owned Businesses Jon Laster, a comedian-turned-app developer, created Blapp to help Black-owned businesses thrive. Following George Floyd’s murder in 2020, Laster sought a sustainable way to support his community. “Blapp works by simplifying people’s desire to help,” Laster said according to ABC News. In Blapp, users can see nearby Black-owned businesses—from restaurants to nail salons—on a map or in a list and search for products and services offered by Black business
Sponsored by Karat Brilliant Black Minds. I’ve been to a lot of conferences in my 22+ year career as a software engineer and career coach, but it took a bit of experience to figure out which ones were good for me and how to get an outsized return on my investment. When done right, the best conferences are where you can learn cutting-edge skills, make connections that can change your career, and find incredible new opportunities. Here’s how to make the most of them. Why go to tech conferences? We
