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Celebrating the Richness of Black Culture
Black culture is a vibrant tapestry woven from centuries of history, creativity, resilience, and community. It is a source of pride and identity for millions around the world. Understanding and honoring this culture means recognizing its profound impact on art, music, literature, fashion, and social movements. This blog post explores the richness of Black culture, its significance, and ways to appreciate and support it meaningfully. Honoring Black Heritage Through History and

Keyanna Harper
3 hours ago3 min read


Art as Resistance: How Black Creators Keep Telling the Truth When Schools Won’t
They think erasing us is as simple as crossing a line in a textbook. Cut out the chapters on slavery’s brutality. Swap “enslaved people” for “workers.” Push Martin Luther King Jr. into a soundbite and leave Malcolm X on the cutting-room floor. Ban Toni Morrison, Zora Neale Hurston, and James Baldwin from classrooms. That’s the game plan.

Keyanna Harper
5 days ago4 min read


The Fight for Freedom of Speech: A Stand Against Control
They pulled Jimmy Kimmel off the air. Just like that. The late-night comedian said the "MAGA gang was trying to characterize Kirk's killer as anything other than one of them and score political points" and suddenly, a whole network folds under pressure. ABC hit pause on his show, affiliates cut him off, and politicians cheered like they just won a war.

Keyanna Harper
Sep 244 min read


Unveiling the Power of Black Excellence
The story of black culture is rich, vibrant, and deeply inspiring. It is a narrative of resilience, creativity, and triumph that has...

Keyanna Harper
Sep 204 min read


The Fight for Education: A Call to Action Against Fascism
Let’s talk about what’s really happening in real time:
Public schools are under attack. Budgets slashed, resources stripped, teachers leaving in droves. You think it’s bad now? Imagine what happens when your kids’ schools can’t afford books, counselors, or afterschool programs.
History is being rewritten. From Florida to Texas, textbooks are being “edited” to erase slavery, minimize Jim Crow, and reframe colonizers as “heroes.” Black history and ethnic studies are b

Keyanna Harper
Sep 124 min read


DEI’s Retreat: Gutting Black Entrepreneurs and Our Economic Power
Black entrepreneurs are doing what we always do innovating, organizing, and surviving. From Oakland to Atlanta to Detroit, we’re building our own ecosystems. Local chambers, co-ops, buy-Black marketplaces, mutual aid funds we’re creating infrastructure they can’t touch.
And we’re using our voices, too. Calling out the lies. Demanding policy change. Crowdfunding capital. Funding each other. We know that waiting for help won’t save us but collective power just might.

Keyanna Harper
Aug 163 min read


300,000 Black Women Pushed Out of the US Workforce in 2025: What Does That Mean for Our Economic Backbone
The workforce in 2025 isn’t broken by accident — it’s being dismantled by design. From the first day back in office, the Trump administration moved to erase federal diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, slash worker protections, and strip away policies that helped working people survive the pandemic years (Executive Order 14151, White House, Jan 20, 2025).

Keyanna Harper
Aug 133 min read


Black Fatigue Ain’t Yours to Claim: A Breakdown for the Culture
Let's get one thing clear: Black fatigue is not a trending hashtag, a performative buzzword, or a term for bored white folks tired of hearing the truth. It is ours born from centuries of being over-policed, overlooked, overworked, and underestimated.

Keyanna Harper
Jun 34 min read


When Policy Ain’t for Us: The Reality Behind Trump’s So-Called “Pro-Family” Agenda
A critical look at U.S. policies gutting support systems for Black families and working-class communities—masked by distractions like the $5,000 baby bonus.

Keyanna Harper
May 124 min read


We Sitting This One Out: Black Women are Tired
We move at our own pace Let me be clear: Black women have done our part. And for 2025? We sitting this one out. Not because we don’t...

Keyanna Harper
Mar 34 min read


Black Health Influencers: Reshaping Black Health on Social Media
Black health influencers are reshaping wellness in the digital age. Learn about their role in promoting culturally relevant health education

Keyanna Harper
Feb 133 min read


Honoring Our Roots: The Significance of Black History
It’s no coincidence that since 2016, there's been an increase in attacks on Black excellence. In this so-called "post-racial" era, mediocre

Keyanna Harper
Feb 14 min read


The TikTok Ban: How Black Creators and Small Businesses Will Be Impacted
For many Black creators, TikTok isn’t just a space for entertainment—it’s a platform for storytelling, cultural preservation, and economic

Keyanna Harper
Jan 163 min read


Where Is Hip Hop Headed After Kendrick and Drake? Pop Rap or Back to the Roots?
Explore where hip hop is headed after Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s feud—are we sticking with pop rap or returning to raw storytelling and cult

Keyanna Harper
Jan 82 min read


Starting 2025 with New Energy: OPC’s Vision and Growth
OPC started as a platform to celebrate Black art, culture, and voices. But this year, we’re stepping back to focus even more on the communit

Keyanna Harper
Jan 42 min read


Nikki Giovanni: A Legacy of Pride, Power, and Poetry
Nikki Giovanni Nikki Giovanni, a famous poet and storyteller, passed away on December 9, 2024, at 81 years old. She was celebrated for...

Keyanna Harper
Dec 12, 20242 min read


How Ghetto Gastro Empowers Communities Through Food and Activism
Ghetto Gastro, a Bronx-born culinary collective founded in 2012 by Jon Gray, Pierre Serrao, and Lester Walker, has redefined the intersectio

Keyanna Harper
Dec 9, 20242 min read


The Power of Buying Black: Building Wealth and Strengthening Communities
November marks Buy Black Month, a time to celebrate, support, and invest in Black-owned businesses. T

Keyanna Harper
Nov 26, 20243 min read


Black People, We Have Some Serious Discussions Here
Be honest, some of the outcomes this election were frustrating. Other marginalized communities chose to vote for Trump, backing him go direc

Keyanna Harper
Nov 11, 20245 min read


Building A Community: Marketing Tips for Black-Owned Businesses
For Black-owned businesses, marketing is more than just getting noticed; it's about telling a story that resonates with customers

Keyanna Harper
Nov 8, 20244 min read
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