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Sheena Foster

Sheena Foster

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Sheena Foster is an award-winning journalist who has written and reported for ABC and NBC News affiliates, the Tampa Tribune, the Island Packet, Essence and, most recently, TheGrio, where she covered the racial disparity in Silicon Valley. She's also a proud NYC native, foodie and avid runner.

Articles

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What Are the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa?

Here's the meaning and symbolism behind the Pan-African holiday and the seven Kwanzaa principles
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The Juneteenth Flag: The History Behind Its Colors and Symbols

It's red, white and blue—and a proud symbol of African American history. Meet the Juneteenth flag.
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18 Interesting Facts About Martin Luther King Jr.

We're sharing facts about Martin Luther King Jr. to commemorate his life and legacy as a civil rights leader