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COURTS AND JUDGES
The inclusion of judges from different backgrounds and walks of life results in more thoughtful and balanced decisions, thereby bolstering the legitimacy of the courts, while—at the same time—offering a wide array of benefits to litigants and the legal profession. Read more >
BLACK BUSINESS
Minority business owners face challenges when starting or expanding a small business, including access to affordable small-business loans. Business grants and financial assistance can help bridge the funding gap. Here are some of the best small-business grants and other useful financing resources for minority-owned businesses. Read more >
LAW ENFORCEMENT
The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act is the first-ever bold, comprehensive approach to hold police accountable, end racial profiling, change the culture of law enforcement, empower our communities, and build trust between law enforcement and our communities by addressing systemic racism and bias to help save lives. The Justice in Policing Act would: 1) establish a national standard for the operation of police departments. Read more >
EDUCATION
In the last three decades, Congress has enacted a number of civil rights statutes prohibiting discrimination in educational programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance. Read more >
HEALTHCARE
Delayed or avoided medical care might increase deaths associated with both chronic and acute health conditions. In 2020, at least 41% of Americans delayed care during the pandemic, and that can lead to negative health impacts in the future. Younger Black Americans are living with or dying of many conditions typically found in white Americans at older ages.