African Americans

Learn what a recent peace accord between Ethiopia and Eritrea means for two businessmen hailing from each country and now living in the Washington area.

Learn why Secretary of State Mike Pompeo wants a more diverse foreign service and how the State Department reflects America’s changing demographics.

Every fall since 1903 the World Series is played to determine baseball's champion team. This year for the first time both managers are from minority groups.

Katherine Johnson, a trailblazing mathematician whose calculations for NASA were part of a blockbuster movie, just celebrated her 100th birthday.

Learn about a new effort to enable young African leaders to join forces with the African-American diaspora to advance development in Africa.

Diversity enriches society in many ways. This free poster pays tribute to the importance of diversity in the workplace, school and other areas.

The wedding of American actress Meghan Markle to Prince Harry will blend British pageantry with carefully chosen American elements, a fresh take on time-honored traditions.

Meet Gladys West, whose mathematical calculations changed the world. Now 87, West looks back on her role as a pivotal player in the development of GPS technology.

Want to learn about Madam C.J. Walker, who built a business empire and became America's first self-made female millionaire? Check out this video.