What is the Color of Money?
byRacial Discrimination in PPP Distribution What is the color of money? Coins are silver, gold and bronze with paper denomination being green. But isn’t…
COVID-19
Christmas Grief in Quarantine
byThis time of year brings back several good memories, and some sad. My most painful recollection is the death of my mother. Dec 20,…
5 Ways to Enjoy a Socially Distanced Thanksgiving
byThanksgiving is Very Different Coronavirus COVID-19 has taken a lot from us this year. Seniors lost the joys of graduation. Grandparents lost the intimacy of family…
Important Things to Consider on Election Day
byThe Trump Presidency opened with Russian interference. It wasn’t long before such claims were substantiated and further colored by more international collusion. Sending Congress…
How COVID-19 Affects the Health of Black Girls and Women
byGlaring disparities in health conditions and outcomes for women of color have been widely documented. This population is disproportionately affected by chronic diseases and…
What’s That on My Bill?
byThe situation is dire. You’ve lost the $600.00 dollars per week unemployment insurance assistance and received an eviction notice in the mail. Perhaps you…
Can You Get Your Money Back?
byCOVID-19 has upended and disrupted many of our fun plans for the summer and the rest of the year. Some had weddings plans, others…
How COVID-19 is Impacting Your Credit Report
byIn the midst of a crisis, where unemployment exceeds 30 million individuals, oftentimes the last thing on your mind is your credit report. Why…
#WhatsTheMessage EP 013 Rona Relationships: Marriage, Dating, and Singleness in Quarantine
byIn this episode Carmela and Claudia welcome Dr. Willie Oliver and Elaine Oliver, Message Magazine Relationship columnists and the Directors for Family Ministries for…
COVID-19 and 12 Homeschooling Tips From a Teacher
byFamilies have been suddenly thrust into homeschooling as a result of COVID-19, the coronavirus pandemic causing school closures nationwide. After spring break came and…