Attending the homegoing celebration for Jesse Jackson was both humbling and deeply emotional. Chicago gathered in a way that felt historic — leaders, neighbors, activists, and everyday people came together to honor a man whose voice shaped generations of justice, faith, and possibility. The service, held at the House of Hope on Chicago’s Far South…
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Raising Curious Girls: My 2026 Commitment to Explore Chicago, One Museum at a Time
Our 2026 Family Commitment This year, I made a quiet promise to myself and to my daughter: Every month, we will visit a new museum or Chicago historical location together. Not for perfection. Not for social media. Not for checklists. But for memory building. Exposure. Wonder. Legacy. As a mom, I’m learning that education doesn’t…
Emotional Labor, Inclusion Burden, and Burnout: The Hidden Toll on Black Women at Work
Black women face hidden workplace burdens: emotional labor, inclusion work, and burnout. Here’s what organizations must do to create true equity.
300,000 Black Women Have Left the Workforce — In Just Months. Here’s What Comes Next.
In the last 3 to 5 months, over 300,000 Black women have exited the U.S. workforce, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. We’re not talking long-term trends — this is now. Layoffs. Corporate restructuring. Burnout. Family responsibilities. And somehow, Black women are still expected to pivot without pause. But here’s what we know at…
Black Maternal Health Week: A Call to Action for Change
As we kicked off Black Maternal Health Week, we at Urban Mommy Inc. are dedicated to raising awareness about the urgent disparities in maternal health that Black women face. From April 11-17, we will shine a spotlight on these critical issues, advocating for change in a system that has historically neglected the needs of Black…
Elevate your life! Empowering Women Everywhere 