Brands Giving Back to Racial Justice Causes

NEW YORK -- Back in March, filmmakers Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz gathered their artist friends and a few journalists at Manhattan’s members-only social club, Soho House, for a screening of their first feature-length project, “Antebellum.” They wanted a constructively critical reaction ahead of the planned spring release of the film — a psychological thriller about a Black woman who finds herself trapped in a pre-abolition past.

Actress Kerry Washington and Black Lives Matter co-founder Opal Tometi joined together to discuss the issue of systemic racism during “Global Goal: Unite for Our Future — The Concert“.

Peter White Television Editor“Comedy 100% changes things,” says Kenya Barris, the creator and star of Netflix’s #blackAF.

coronavirus pandemic and the continued fight against systemic racism and discrimination, Newell admits it was hard in the beginning to find the energy to march on. «At first it was really hard to wake up in the morning — and I would wake up in a terrible mood.

Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor, all of whom were killed by police. Rapinoe and Bird urged their fellow white athletes to “don't just listen.

Terry Flores Northern California-based indie toon houses Baobab Studios, Kuku Studios and Tonko House have joined forces to form the Bay Area Animation Alliance to build a community of industry professionals in the area and foster creativity.One of the group’s first events was to hold an auction of original work by artists from each of the studios to benefit the Equal Justice Initiative — founded by lawyer and activist Bryan Stevenson — whose goal it is to end mass incarceration and excessive

Beyoncé’s makeup artist Sir John and Kim Kardashian’s hairstylist César DeLeön Ramîrez for a 10-day online event filled with epic masterclasses. Plus, it’s for a good cause! A Comprehensive Guide to the Kardashian-Jenner Family’s Best Beauty Tips — Including Advice From Kendall, Kylie, Kim and More! Beauty Together is an online charity event taking place from Tuesday, June 16, until Friday, June 26.

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Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorApple has pledged to donate $100 million to organizations furthering racial equity and justice, joining other media and tech companies backing social-justice causes.CEO Tim Cook announced the initiative Thursday on Twitter, coming amid nationwide protests demanding criminal-justice reform after the police killing of George Floyd.“The unfinished work of racial justice and equality call us all to account.

Pride looks much different in 2020. In lieu of parades and other large gatherings, most of us are now celebrating via virtual events from our homes as our nation continues to follow coronavirus precautions.

Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle EditorIt’s the time of year when designers and fashion houses release Pride collections that not only celebrate the LGBTQ community but also raise money for advocacy programs and organizations.

Kylie Jenner’s beauty company, Kylie Cosmetics, is giving back to the Black community.

Kylie Jenner’s cosmetic company, Kylie Cosmetics, is giving back to the Black community.

Bruce Haring pmc-editorial-managerBasketball great Michael Jordan and the Jordan Brand plan to donate $100 million over the next 10 years to organizations “dedicated to ensuring racial equality, social justice and greater access to education.”Michael Jordan and the Jordan Brand have pledged to donate $100 million over the next 10 years to organizations "dedicated to ensuring racial equality, social justice and greater access to education" pic.twitter.com/Lo8emDe8By— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports)

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Lady Gaga took to Instagram to showcase her support of those protesting across the country demanding justice over the death of George Floyd and countless other Black Americans at the hands of police enforcement. "I applaud the brave citizens of this nation that are speaking up, and I support the unsupported voices of the Black community.

What a kind gesture! Brie Bella, 36, shared an absolutely gorgeous set of Instagram pics of her posing next to her twin sister Nikki on Tuesday, June 2, where both of their massive baby bumps were on display underneath their stunning red dresses. “As sisters, we couldn’t be happier going through this pregnancy journey together,” she began as the caption to the snap.