This February, HuffPost Black Voices is honoring black men and women who are paving the way to a better future for black America. We are highlighting the work of deserving individuals who are striving to make the world a more inclusive place across their respective fields.
To kick off the series, we’re honoring seven black men and women in the media and activism world who are using their voices to enact change. We hope you admire their work and join us as we celebrate their accomplishments:
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Joy-Ann Reid | MSNBC Correspondent
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Van Jones | CNN Commentator
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Tamika Mallory | Civil Rights Activist and Organizer
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Dante Barry | Executive Director of 'Million Hoodies'
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Elaine Welteroth | Editor of Teen Vogue
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Yaa Gyasi | Novelist
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Damon Young | Editor of Very Smart Brothas
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