Author: Veronika Lleshi
Veronika Lleshi
Veronika Lleshi is an aspiring journalist. She currently writes for Hunter College's school newspaper, Hunter News Now. In her free time, she enjoys reading, writing and making music. Lleshi is an Athena scholar who enjoys getting involved in her community.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore recently announced new Just Community investments aimed at closing the racial wealth gap in the state. …
Instagram recently announced a new program aimed at helping Black creators in the U.K. get recognition for their work. Known…
On March 16, 1872, the first Black-owned newspaper was created by John Russwurm and Samuel Cornish in New York City.…
A Georgia woman kept on life support due to the state’s strict abortion laws has died after being given an…
Today marks the 159th celebration of Juneteenth. First celebrated in 1866, the day commemorates the end of enslavement as it…
Knarrative, an online education platform, is leading a global conversation about Africana studies by offering courses focused on topics from…
Three HBCUs located in Mississippi are set to receive funds to foster the development of artificial intelligence as part of a new state program. Jackson State…
The San Antonio Juneteenth Commission officially began holiday celebrations for Juneteenth this weekend. Yesterday, the organization began festivities with a…
Nonprofit The Highland Project recently released a new report highlighting concerns about the U.S. amongst Black women who are voters. …
The New York Public Library’s Schomburg Center recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, marking the milestone with a new exhibit that…
The American Black Film Festival officially returned to Miami Beach as part of a five-day celebration of Black filmmakers in…
Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) has recently introduced new legislation aimed at making personal care products safer for women. Endorsed by…