HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile
HigherHeights

@higherheights

Higher Heights is building the collective political power of Black women from the voting booth to elected office.

ID: 376364316

linkhttp://higherheightsforamerica.org calendar_today19-09-2011 19:15:17

22,22K Tweet

19,19K Followers

12,12K Following

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Join us Sunday for a look at the first 100 days of #TheAdministration with Dr. Kalisha Dessources Figures and John-John Williams IV. We’re digging into what’s at stake and what’s next and kicking off "The Group Chat," where politics meets culture. 🔗hhfa.us/2025-Brunch

Join us Sunday for a look at the first 100 days of #TheAdministration with Dr. Kalisha Dessources Figures and John-John Williams IV. We’re digging into what’s at stake and what’s next and kicking off "The Group Chat," where politics meets culture. 🔗hhfa.us/2025-Brunch
HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

“They don’t tap us for these fine fragrances, for these perfumes, for these luxury fragrances,” said Octavia Morgan. “People of color, we buy the most fragrances and we gift the most fragrances, but we’re the most underrepresented in that category." thegrio.com/2025/05/01/the


HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

From the stages of the chitlin’ circuit to Netflix specials Black comediennes have navigated racism & sexism to claim space in an industry that has often overlooked them. This is not just a list of names—it’s a timeline of revolutionaries essence.com/entertainment/
 #BlackWomenLead

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

“ I’m not gonna act like it wasn’t challenging, but I think the thing that I love most about Black women is that we thrive through the most unfair odds. We’re kind of magic in a way..," says Coco Jones. elle.com/culture/music/
 #BlackWomenLead

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

On a sunlit Wednesday in downtown Columbia, history stood still as the city unveiled a long-awaited tribute to a woman who has moved it forward— dawnstaley. bet.com/article/j7x915
 #BlackWomenLead

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We’ve never had the luxury of waiting for change; we had to build it ourselves, often while being left out of the very movements we helped to fuel. wordinblack.com/2025/04/100-da
 #BlackWomenLead

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

"It's about togetherness. We as black women are the hardest on ourselves. We take care of ourselves last. No more, no more of that.We must tell our stories,"said Jacqueline Moore, who organized the 2nd annual Black Women's Health Initiative dayton247now.com/news/local/2nd
 #BlackWomenLead

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Chopped Broadway Bodega and Deli is making its mark as the first Black and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore. cbsnews.com/baltimore/news
 #BlackWomenLead #SupportBlackBusiness

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This past Sunday, Dr. Kalisha Dessources Figures highlighted the urgent reality we’re facing: In just 100 days, we’ve seen attacks on DEI and cuts to vital programs for women, children, and marginalized communities. #BlackWomenLead

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Yesterday’s Sunday Brunch was filled with joy, power, and purpose. Deep thanks to U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester and all who gathered in sisterhood. Black women are leading with love—and taking it to #HigherHeights. #BlackWomenLead

Yesterday’s Sunday Brunch was filled with joy, power, and purpose. Deep thanks to U.S. Senator <a href="/LisaBRochester/">Lisa Blunt Rochester</a> and all who gathered in sisterhood. Black women are leading with love—and taking it to #HigherHeights. #BlackWomenLead
HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Profiling more than a dozen librarians, book champions, activists, & pioneers of the profession from across the country, “The Legacy of Black Women in Librarianship: When They Dared to Be Powerful” is a work of archival storytelling. ala.org/news/2025/04/l
 #BlackWomenLead

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, we celebrate Jahana Hayes, a former teacher and 2016 National Teacher of the Year. But while we uplift educators, Trump has signed 8 executive actions that threaten public education. Appreciation must come with action. #BlackWomenLead

This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, we celebrate <a href="/RepJahanaHayes/">Jahana Hayes</a>, a former teacher and 2016 National Teacher of the Year. But while we uplift educators, Trump has signed 8 executive actions that threaten public education. Appreciation must come with action.  #BlackWomenLead
HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The #92Percent Movement is about Black women taking time for ourselves even during this political crisis, or maybe especially during it. slate.com/news-and-polit
 #BlackWomenLead

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

"My look is inspired by Black power — by Black women power,” said Sha’Carri Richardson. “I want to represent the feminine power of Black women, and show that there is not just one particular way to be powerful and feminine at the same time." wwd.com/eye/parties/sh
 #BlackWomenLead

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Happy Birthday, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee! Your dedication to North Carolina is inspiring. 🎉 Thank you for your fearless leadership, advocacy, and commitment to uplifting your community. Your impact is undeniable, and we’re grateful for you! #BlackWomenLead

Happy Birthday, <a href="/ValerieFoushee/">Congresswoman Valerie Foushee</a>! Your dedication to North Carolina is inspiring. 🎉 Thank you for your fearless leadership, advocacy, and commitment to uplifting your community. Your impact is undeniable, and we’re grateful for you! #BlackWomenLead
HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

“American culture is Black culture, and I think it’s about time that we were recognized,” said artist Amy Sherald. “Like Colman Domingo said today, ‘God made Black people, and Black people made fashion.’ ” harpersbazaar.com/fashion/design
 #BlackWomenLead #MetGala2025

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We sat down with John-John WilliamsIV of The Baltimore Banner to unpack what due process really means in today’s immigration system. From one-page notices to limited hearings, the gap between law and practice is growing. Join us in two weeks for Sunday Brunch hhfa.us/2025-Brunch

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We’ve been doing the work to build political power for Black women, and Sunday’s event with Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester reminded us why it matters. Be part of this movement—become a member today: hhfa.us/become-a-member #BlackWomenLead

HigherHeights (@higherheights) 's Twitter Profile Photo

According to a 2021 report from the AAUW, Black women graduate with an average of $38,800 in student loan debt—significantly higher than the national average and more than any other demographic group. essence.com/news/money-car
 #ForgiveStudentDebt