Looking at art actively encourages us to engage with difficult topics and questions. From the Civil Rights movement to today, Black creators have worked hard to uplift the voices of their community and to make their work reflective of the struggles they have faced. Let’s take a look at how some modern Black creators have used art to communicate their messages!

Do you want to learn more about a topic or profession but aren’t quite sure how? Getting involved in a mentorship program can provide you with a mentor who will teach you more about their profession and industry. Read more about my mentorship experience and learn ways to get involved in one yourself!

In the United States, January is designated as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Human trafficking can happen anywhere, no matter how safe your town may seem. Read more to learn how to identify the signs of human trafficking and how you can report it.

On Inauguration Day, the streets of Washington D.C. are usually filled. Parades, performers, and a large ceremony are all a part of the normal inauguration. Though the festivities of the ceremony are slightly altered this year, the core purpose remains the same: the transfer of power from one President to another and conferring the new President’s responsibilities.

Surrealist paintings may seem unsettling and completely irrational but the influence of this artistic movement cannot be denied. Learn more about this genre by looking at the paintings of Salvador Dalí, René Magritte and Dorothea Tanning.

There are times when coffee is the only thing that keeps you alive and awake during the day. Besides this magical ability coffee is a great drink to just enjoy alone or with friends. If you are somewhat bored of usual black coffee or want to try something new, check out these 8 different ways to prepare coffee at home.

According to Business Insider, American holiday retail rose three percent from last year, meaning that American consumers spent more even though many had less this year. This increase is largely due to online shopping options. While these updates have made our lives easier, how do we know when we should purchase something online or purchase something from a real store? The answer is complex, but online shopping causes environmental degradation, harm to small businesses, and strains on shipping companies.

Language isn’t always what it seems! Phrases called “idioms” are the combination of words that have a meaning that differs from its direct translation, make learning and understanding English difficult for non-native speakers. Read more about idioms and learn ten phrases commonly used in daily conversation.

We all have our personal stories, and the best way to share them with the world is through blogging. Follow this step-by-step guide to start your own blog and keep it running.