Word In Black, Author at DefenderNetwork.com

A newborn baby in a hospital attended to by a doctor.

Neonatal testing: A game-changer for Black moms and babies

by Word In BlackJune 8, 2026June 7, 2026

Early screenings empower Black families to manage pregnancy risks and improve infant health outcomes.

Another mysterious death strikes a nerve

by Word In BlackJune 1, 2026May 31, 2026

A male and female Black teens.

For young people, now’s the time to talk about HIV

by Word In BlackMay 25, 2026May 24, 2026

A hungry Black family stands outside a grocery store that no longer honors SNAP benefits.

Hunger by policy: SNAP cuts hit hardest in Black America

by Word In BlackMay 18, 2026May 17, 2026

A theologian, trained counselor, and advocate, Rev. Dr. Thema Bryant says too many churches still blame survivors and protect abusive men.

‘Pray and Stay’ still hurts Black Women churchgoers

by Word In BlackMay 11, 2026May 11, 2026

A Black woman looks worried.

When fear becomes a health risk

by Word In BlackMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Rev. Dr. Hanna Broome at a podium speaking during a protest.

‘Books, Not Bombs’: Moral Mondays faith leaders slam Iran War

by Word In BlackApril 27, 2026April 27, 2026

Gen X grind vs. Gen Z boundaries: Who’s right?

by Word In BlackApril 21, 2026April 21, 2026

Cultural ‘food as medicine’ approaches can help reduce blood pressure

by Word In BlackApril 13, 2026April 13, 2026

Where Black students find racial healing on campus

by Word In BlackApril 6, 2026April 6, 2026