Apr 15
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If we’ve learned anything over these past few months, it’s that leadership matters.
Young FuturistsYoung Futurists is our annual list of the 25 best and brightest young African-Americans who excel in the fields of social justice and activism, arts and culture, enterprise and corporate innovation, science and technology, and green innovation.
Jan 15
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The 2020 election is shaping up to be one of the most consequential elections in American history, and frankly, many…
Mar 27 2019
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Whoever said youth is wasted on the young, clearly didn’t know the 25 brilliant, creative and passionate young…
Jan 3 2019
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Do you know any young activists who are working to bring social justice to their communities? The bookish, nerdy…
Mar 19 2018
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If history has taught us anything, it’s that young people will always lead the way. Whether it’s the young…
Nov 17 2017
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At The Root, we love to celebrate young people who are excelling beyond belief. Year after year, our list of Young…
Mar 16 2017
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They are young, gifted and black.
Sep 23 2016
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For the past five years, The Root has recognized young talent across the nation. These “Young Futurists” make big…
Apr 12 2016
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Please join us in congratulating the 25 extraordinary young people who have been selected as the 2016 Young Futurists