Harlem World has an interesting story about the first black recipient of a PhD from Fordham University.

Willis Nathaniel Huggins was a Harlem activist, an educator, and an author. The disturbing end to his life, in 1940, brought an end to his trailblazing life.

Harlem’s Willis Nathaniel Huggins, Fordham’s The First Black Student To Receive A PhD

Domestic and Gender-Based Violence

On Tuesday, HNBA had a great presentation by the Mayor’s office for ending domestic and gender-based violence. Zena wanted to make sure that her presentation was available in case you wanted to access any of the resources mentioned:

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or gender-based violence, help is available.

• Call 311 to be connected to the nearest NYC Family Justice Center
• Find resources and support in NYC by searching the City’s NYC HOPE Resource Directory
• Call the City’s 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-621-HOPE (4673) for immediate safety planning, shelter assistance, and other resources. TTY: 800-810-7444

In an emergency, dial 911.