Following in her footsteps were the women who made a difference in our city by taking the lead during the Civil Rights Movement. Topping that list is Maxine Smith, who was a brilliant and gutsy ...

Exploring the incredible legacy left by the defiant performer and songwriter Nina Simone, particularly her 1966 song 'Four Women', which typified the era.

Discover the often-overlooked contributions of Black women to the suffrage movement, highlighting their activism and efforts for equal rights.

Everyday women” of the Civil Rights Movement should inspire Christians today to become “courageous resisters,” according to ...

The spirit of resistance demonstrated by the Atlanta washerwomen set a precedent for future labor movements. In 1866, just a ...

Rhythm and Blues wasn’t just a genre—it was a powerful force in the fight for civil rights. In this episode of The Cause: Conversations on Music, History, and Democracy, Dr. Reiland Rabaka explores ...

These important women have helped shape not only North Carolina, but also the country. Take a look at the inspiring women in ...

Women were always among those who took to the streets in support of the civil rights movement. To honor them, the city of ...

Freedom is something that always needs to move forward and be protected. It’s something we have to always fight for,” Joy ...