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VOL. 75 - FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Happy we-don’t-know-what-day-it-is-anymore, #NoteddTribe! The long holiday weekend threw us in for a loop because we swear we had another day to put our newsletter today. Because of the above, we’re sharing our newsletter a bit later than anticipated this week (a whole day later as a matter-of-fact 🥴), but as always, we appreciate your patience and continued support.
The news cycle is already overwhelming on a regular day. However, there is a lot to unpack this week. Additionally, there is now an even greater need to dodge misinformation on various US and world events.
Thus, this week’s newsletter will be a bit different. We want to make sure that you have what you need to stay informed, but more importantly, aware of what led to the recent events in the Russian-Ukraine crisis, how it could impact us here, and ways you can support those who have been impacted. This information is upfront, while the middle part of our newsletter highlights the celebratory news of Black women and the Black community because we believe there are light and dark moments during these unfortunate times in our history.
At the very end, you can get a feel of what we have going on here at Notedd, along with some celebratory news of our own!
We hope you enjoy this issue and, of course, #staynotedd!
The Russian-Ukraine War
This newsletter is a bit outdated since it was released earlier this week. However, this WashPo 5-Minute Fix is a personal favorite of ours as it briefly details what led to the invasion, how the war could impact Americans, and even explains terms that have been used frequently in reports.
If you check Twitter for real-time updates, this thread of NPR articles helps break down the Russia-Ukraine crisis even further.
Sources such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and CNN provide frequently updated, live coverage where you can bookmark and read real-time news throughout the day.
NPR, Forbes, and Global Citizen list a variety of meaningful ways and organizations in need that you can support if you’re looking to support Ukrainians.
We believe it’s important to be engaged and informed of what’s happening in the world. At the same time, it’s just as essential to disengage for your peace of mind. If you are like us, who tend to read and listen to news throughout the day, especially with a world crisis such as this one, we often refer to this article of tips and tools to help us step away for a bit.
Breaking News: President Biden will officially announce his nomination for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to replace Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer later today. Reports share that this nomination comes exactly two years after President Biden promised during the 2020 presidential campaign to nominate a Black woman to the Supreme Court. More details are to come on when the confirmation hearing will be scheduled, but it was reported that Senate Democrats want to act quickly on the nomination.
Congratulations to bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor, who recently became the most decorated Black athlete in Winter Olympics history. She won her fifth Olympic medal last Saturday in the two-woman bobsled event. Meyers Taylor has also won a medal for every Olympic event she’s entered.
If you haven’t checked out Venus and Serena Williams in Harper’s BAZAAR’s Legacy issue or Sha’Carri Richardson’s in Teen Vogue, now you can! Check out the links above to see and read these women’s stories and journeys as sports superstars.
We celebrate Dr. LaMonica Davis Taylor, who recently launched a mobile dentist facility to serve underprivileged youth in Mississippi. She’s also a Spelman sister 💁🏾♀️!
Who remembers UPN? We sure do! Check out this article discussing the footprint and legacy of UPN. A network that brought in Black television show favorites like Moesha, The Parkers, Half & Half, One on One, and Girlfriends is the epitome of Black History.
Learn more about Pamela Culpepper, the first Black woman to sit on Prada’s board!
Recent reports found that only 4.8% of designers are Black. Learn more about DSW’s initiative to help up-and-coming Black designers create their line of shoes. They will also be making these lines in the first Black-owned footwear factory in America.
Who else is excited to see THEE Viola Davis play THEE forever First Lady Michelle Obama?!?! Make sure you save the date and check out the premiere on SHOWTIME on Sunday 4/17.
#NoteddNews
We made an announcement last week, and now it’s official! As we spring into self-care and balance next month (Can you believe it will be March?!?!), we are taking National Day of Unplugging (March 4) into a whole weekend of unplugging activities to help you prioritize your self-care.
Want to learn more? Sign up below, and we’ll make sure to add you to the list.
We’re excited to continue our Black Women History Month series into March as we continue to release our nominations on social media and curate a unique blog for all nominees. That is why you must make sure to submit your nominations by Tuesday 2/28.
You can complete the nomination form linked here and help us honor our community of notable Black women pioneers, changemakers, and superstars who are making herstory in their way.
We’re having our first sale! All of our remaining stationery is 50% off. When you grab three or five cards, you can save even more. Everything must go as we are looking forward to expanding our shop with new Notedd stationery and drumroll please 🥁: SWAG, but we need your help.
Head over to www.Notedd.com/shop to grab your cards today and start sending them out to your loved ones. While supplies last.
HOT OFF THE PRESS
Yesterday, we were featured again on Katie Couric’s channels! This time, we were featured with other Black media outlets like The Kansas City Defender on how we are filling the voids in traditional news and creating spaces for our communities to discuss and reflect from their unique perspectives and backgrounds.
Read more below and let us know what you think! 🎉
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