(THE CONVERSATION) Lula “Mae” Reeves, one of the first Black women in Philly to own her own business, created one-of-a-kind and custom hats for celebrities, socialites, professionals and churchgoing ...

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Lee Wind asserts the books he writes could have changed his life back when he was a "young Gay Jewish kid."  His books preach ...

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PW spoke with three educators who are committed to integrating reading across the curriculum to elevate literacy and readers ...

Lawmakers at the Iowa Capitol passed a slate of bills that would further dismantle DEI in higher education as well as legislation banning cellphone use in classrooms.

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The Story of Living in Apartheid, has just been published in South Africa. Intended for young people but speaking to readers of all ages, the book explores what it was like living through this dark ...

Explore the inspiring journey of Lebohang Masango, a multifaceted author and anthropologist, as she shapes South Africa's ...