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Watch Jada Pinkett Smith’s Acceptance Speech For The Root 100

The star expressed gratitude as she accepted the prestigious award.

By

Candace McDuffie

Published

December 5, 2023
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Plight of the Working Black Woman: Work, Cry, Die

The desensitized reaction to the death of JoAnne Epps reflects society’s treatment of Black trauma.

By

Kalyn Womack

Published

September 27, 2023
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Lessons from Brilliant Black Minds at the 2023 Root Institute

The event was filled with wisdom that will help us build a better Black America.

By

Amira Castilla

Published

September 26, 2023
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A Day of Master Classes for Black People at The Root Institute

Don Lemon, Keisha Lance Bottoms, Google’s Melonie Parker, the White House’s Stephen Benjamin, and other masters were throwing out all kinds of wisdom in D.C.

By

Keith Reed

Published

September 23, 2023
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The Official Lineup for the 2023 Root Institute

Live on campus of Howard University, America’s greatest Black minds converge for an all-day summit of ideas and action.

By

The Root Staff

Published

September 19, 2023
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You’re Invited to The Root Institute 2023

Speaker details are now live for The Root’s annual gathering of America’s greatest Black minds. Join us for full day of conversations in our nation’s capital.

By

Tatsha Robertson

Published

September 15, 2023
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Photo Gallery: The Root 100 At The Historic Apollo Theater

Check out the night’s most magical moments celebrating Black excellence.

By

Candace McDuffie

Published

December 9, 2022
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Join Us This Week in DC at The Root Institute

Stacey Abrams, Misty Copeland, Ben Crump, Dr. Ashish Jha, Cecilia Rouse and Courtney B. Vance are just a few of the extraordinary speakers.

By

Vanessa De Luca

Published

September 8, 2022
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Welcome to The Root Institute 2022

Our first IRL event of the fall season will feature provocative conversations about our community

By

Vanessa De Luca

Published

August 10, 2022
Business, Culture

Google-Sponsored Survey Reveals What Black Women Want at Work

The U.S. Women of Color in Business: Cross-Generation Study© took a deep dive into the way women work.

By

Angela Johnson

Published

May 18, 2022