The WestsidePulse

Chrysalis Lab: Giving a Voice to Atlanta's Westside Residents

Social inclusion is the process of improving the terms on which individuals and groups take part in society—improving the ability,...

Quest Announces New Minority Homeownership Initiative on Atlanta’s Westside

Black Homeownership Crisis According to the Urban Institute, the homeownership gap between Black and White families in the U.S. is...

W.E.B. Du Bois Day - African American writer, teacher, sociologist and activist

W. E. B. Du Bois, one of the most important activist scholars of the 20th century, was born on Feb. 23, 1868. Du Bois, a sociologist,...

It must be the responsibility of the privileged to ensure that we can create a just world where social justice is a norm.

World Day of Social Justice is observed annually on February 20. Internationally, the world is plagued with unfortunate issues that...

Frederick Douglas Day, celebrating one of the greatest leaders of America

On February 14, America will observe the birthday of the iconic Frederick Douglass. While the year of his birth has been narrowed down to...

Heritage Village @ West Lake site occupies a significant place in Atlanta’s history

History Atlanta developer Walter H. "Chief" Aiken opened the Waluhaje Hotel Apartment building on West Lake Avenue in northwest Atlanta...

National Freedom Day, the 75th “Diamond” Anniversary

History of National Freedom Day: The 13th Amendment. On February 1, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln approved the Joint Resolution of...

Poor Policy: The History of Housing in Black America

Racial Segregation and Concentrated Poverty: Segregation is the practice of requiring separate housing, education and other services for...

A Look Inside the Black Middle Class (1968) - Does It Still Exist?

"The Negro middle class, torn between white goals and black needs..." Examined by William Greaves and William Branch in a 90-minute NET...

AAPI Heritage Month 2023 | Voices for Equality

In this 11Alive Voices for Equality special, we recognize the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans.

Disability Groups in Georgia Are Fighting Against a Law that Makes it Harder to Vote.

Press Release: ACLU - May 17.2023 Organizations Seek Emergency Relief to Ensure the Rights of Georgia Voters with Disabilities are...

HUD Commemorates National Fair Housing Month 2023 - 55 Years of the Fair Housing Act

HUD Commemorates National Fair Housing Month 2023 and the 55th Anniversary of the Signing of the Fair Housing Act. WASHINGTON - Today,...