Melissa Noel

This Dutch Caribbean island is a melting pot of more than 50 nationalities but the majority of the island’s population are people of African descent.

When Shariece Wright immigrated to the United States from the Bahamas in 1985 she was just 4-years-old.

When Frank McLean touched down at Cheddi Jagan International Airport at the start of the week, he couldn’t believe he was home.

During her Olympic debut, world-class fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad made history twice in one week.Not only did the 30-year-old New Jersey native become the

When Tika Sumpter landed the role of Michelle Obama, she went from a feeling of excitement to “how am I gonna do this?”

Shakira coined the term afro soca to describe dance classes, which fuse western, southern & central African movement with Caribbean traditional dance.

Volunteers have gathered almost daily at NYC Haitian restaurants and other establishments to pack barrels full of medical supplies and toiletries.

When the United States and Cuba first announced plans to restore diplomatic relations two years ago, Kasara E. Davidson says she and her business partner “hit the ground running” and used their combined 20 years of experience with the island to start Diaspora Enterprise Solutions (DiasporaES). “It was an opportunity for us to learn Cuba even more and an opportunity for us to share what we know about Cuba with others,” said Davidson, who is the company’s co-owner and managing director. The East C…

Family traditions and diversity are celebrated in “Rice and Rocks”; the debut children’s book by Sandra L. Richards, a Morgan Stanley executive.

Collard greens, curry chicken, turkey wings, callaloo and rice and peas are just a few of dishes sure to be served at celebrations throughout the holiday season and on New Year’s Day. The dishes also serve up a helping of history rich with flavors born in Africa as well as those crafted by those of African descent, chef Digby Stridiron, a St. Croix native, told NBCBLK. “There are certain foods that help tell the story of the diaspora,” he said as he prepared breadfruit crusted chicken and red b…

“Please describe a time, it could be recent or a long time ago, when you felt unwelcome, unworthy, unsafe or threatened?” a host asked over dinner.

Nana Kwabena’s musical genius and path to the entertainment industry began in one of the most unlikely places — a hospital.

Valerie Castile taught her son to tell an officer he had a licensed firearm if pulled over. She thought it would eliminate a problem but instead it created one.

A look into the complexities of parental migration from the Caribbean, ‘barrel children’ and the affect separation can have on children throughout their lives.

The difficulties parents and children face when reuniting after years of separation due to migration can have long-lasting effects on their relationships.

“My work is a vessel for empowerment.”

“I’m a huge advocate of providing people with awareness and education so they can help themselves.”

In the “Conciliation Series,” black and white creatives are fostering dialogue around social justice issues.