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EFOC: Community First

Based upon Baldwin Bookstore’s apology and swift action in this matter, Essence has voluntarily dismissed Baldwin from its lawsuit. Essence is dedicated to protecting festival...

What To Expect At ESSENCE Fest’s Afropunk Blktopia Experience

Get ready to immerse yourself in an extraordinary experience like no other as the AFROPUNK Blktopia activation takes center stage at the 2023 ESSENCE Festival...

Muni Long Shares Details About What To Expect At ESSENCE Fest

Although this is Muni Long’s first Essence Festival performance on the main stage, she’s no stranger to the Black joy the weekend event provides. “It’s...

New Voices Foundation Announce $150,000 Pitch Competition

The time has come for entrepreneurs across the country to share their innovative ideas through the Power Pitch at the ESSENCE Festival of Culture in...

The ESSENCE Experience App Is Officially Live

The ESSENCE experience app is officially live for festival goers to curate their personal activities throughout the entire weekend. The all-in-one app by Essence Ventures...

Rich Paul And Chase Young Open Up About The Future Of Klutch Athletics 

Rich Paul’s newest endeavor, Klutch Athletics, recently added a new addition to the family with the 2020 second-overall NFL Draft pick Chase Young. The 24-year-old...

These Founders Are Paving The Way For New Business Owners

Providing access and opportunities for Black business owners is more critical than ever. The New Voices Foundation, a sister company of ESSENCE Ventures, remains committed...

BAM Gala 2023 Honors Three Iconic Figures in the Arts

The Brooklyn Academy of Music transformed into a star-studded purple carpet moment for BAM’s 2023 Gala on Wednesday night. This year, the multi-arts center honored...

The Best Dressed Black Creatives On Instagram This Week

As the runways deconstruct, the models catch a break, and journalist shuts the laptop, New York Fashion Week has come to a close. Thankfully, we...

The Best Dressed Black Creatives On Instagram This Week

With the close of the holiday rush, the rise of New York Fashion Week, and Valentine’s Day approaching next Tuesday, fashion forwards have been sifting...