Unbought and Unbossed
Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to Congress, was a passionate advocate for the needs of minorities, women and children. During...Read More
Jazz in Five Points: A Brief Local History
Five Points was one of the first neighborhoods to develop in Denver. The name refers to the five-way junction at Washington Street,...Read More
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
In 1951, a 31-year-old mother of five sought medical treatment at Baltimore’s Johns Hopkins Hospital and was diagnosed with an aggressive form...Read More
Black History Month: Cassius Clay’s Metamorphosis
On this final Friday of Black History Month, we honor one of the most celebrated athletes and civil rights icons of the...Read More
Black History Month: Dr. Justina Ford, Colorado’s First Black Female Physician
Goodwill of Colorado’s celebration of Black History Month continues with the story of Dr. Justina Ford, Colorado’s first Black female physician. Justina...Read More
Breaking Baseball’s Color Barrier—Twice
As we continue to celebrate Black History Month, Goodwill of Colorado is excited to share the stories of Americans who overcame incredible...Read More
