We Will All Rise

Albert Murray used words like a jazz musician—bold, rhythmic, and unapologetically true. As an essayist, novelist, and cultural critic, he challenged stereotypes, celebrated Black excellence, and redefined the American narrative. This , we give him his flowers for his lasting impact on literature and culture.

Black history is now, and it’s built on the shoulders of trailblazers like Max Robinson—the first Black nightly news anchor on network television. Breaking barriers at ABC News, he showed the world that representation matters and that our voices belong at the anchor desk. Let’s give him his flowers this !

This month is a time to reflect on the untold stories, struggles, and triumphs that have shaped our history. But reflection alone is not enough. We are called to continue the fight for justice, equality, and representation in every aspect of our society.

Black history is not just a chapter in the past—it's an ongoing movement. The work is urgent. The work is necessary. And it demands our collective action every day, not just this month.

We’re excited to announce that We Will All Rise has been selected to participate in Target’s charitable giving campaign! 🎯 Now through March 31, 2025, you can help direct a portion of Target’s donation to us by voting through the Target Circle program.

You can vote for us in these regions: Baltimore, MD; Washington, DC; North Atlanta; Boston, MA; and Milwaukee, WI. Every vote helps us continue our mission to support the socio-emotional, educational, and economic needs of young men of color.

Earn votes as you shop at Target and cast them for us! You can vote multiple times throughout the campaign. Learn more at www.target.com/circle.

Thank you for your support—don’t forget to spread the word and tag us when you share!

Today, we honor the life, legacy, and dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Let’s continue to stand for justice, equality, and unity. Together, we can make the dream a reality. 🕊️✨

As our "Success is Diverse" campaign comes to a close, we reflect on the incredible stories we've shared and the inspiring journeys of Black and Brown men in higher education and diverse professional fields.⁠

Let’s continue to celebrate, uplift, and amplify their voices—because success truly is diverse. Thank you for joining us in this movement to inspire the next generation of leaders!⁠
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We are proud to introuduce our final feature of our campaign: Allen Jones, a Baltimore Free MIND pushing boundaries in biomedical engineering! His work is a testament to the power of diversity in STEM.

Diversity in higher education matters. Share Allen's journey and help us inspire the next generation!⁠
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Representation on stage matters! This week, we’re proud to spotlight Free MIND Yves-Melsein Metellus from our Philadelphia cohort, who’s paving the way for more diversity in theatre and the performing arts.

Diversity in higher education matters. Share Yve's journey and help us inspire the next generation!⁠
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Today's spotlight is on Lawrence Free MIND Duy Tran! Pursuing Mechanical Engineering, Duy represents the future of a more inclusive engineering field. We're so proud to support his journey!

Diversity in higher education matters. Share Duy's journey and help us inspire the next generation!⁠
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Meet Mason Nash, a trailblazing Free MIND from our Philadelphia cohort, pursuing excellence in Advertising—a field that needs more representation of men of color. Let's celebrate his drive and vision!

Diversity in higher education matters. Share Mason's journey and help us inspire the next generation!⁠

This week we’re excited to highlight one of our amazing Baltimore Free MINDs, Akil Smith! Akil is making waves in Marine Biology, a field where men of color are underrepresented. His passion for ocean science is paving the way for future leaders in the field.

Diversity in higher education matters. Share Akil's journey and help us inspire the next generation!

We are thrilled to announce the official kickoff of our "Success is Diverse" campaign!

This initiative is dedicated to celebrating and uplifting men of color in higher education and diverse professional fields. Black and Brown men are achieving remarkable success and shaping the future across numerous industries. Yet, their contributions and potential are often underrepresented.

Join us in amplifying their voices, achievements, and stories. Let's break barriers and inspire the next generation of leaders!