Aug. 22 marks the observance of Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, a reminder that it takes the typical black woman 19 months to be paid what the average white man takes home in 12 months. Over a 40-year career that difference adds up to almost $950,000.
(RNS) — Muslim women were elected to Congress for the first time. The number of non-religious elected officials expanded. And for the first time in
On June 19–20, religion publishing will do something it’s never tried before. The “Publishing in Color” conference is designed specifically for writers of color, helping them network with
The Southern Baptist Convention adopted a plan to try to boost minorities in their top leadership posts as the convention faces continuing reports of stagnant baptism rates and declining membership.