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Sis, we know Labor Day came and went in a flash, and just like that, August is over. Now we step into September, closing out the summer and gearing up for what’s ahead. At 1M4, we’re calling this month Shield September—a time to strengthen our communities, protect our...

Many of us grew up watching Malcolm-Jamal Warner, iconically known as Theo Huxtable, but also so much more. He was the cool big brother, the thoughtful cousin, the friend who always came through. Through his work and presence, he helped shape how we saw Black boyhood,...

Long before mainstream institutions cared about our survival, we cared for each other. We built schools, businesses, banks, newspapers, and safety nets funded by the people, for the people. Black Wall Street was one of many reminders that when we invest in ourselves,...

It feels like this month just showed up…and somehow it's already slipping away. Yet so much has happened. From extreme heat to extreme policies, this summer has been relentless. The current administration’s alarming actions—rolling back protections, underfunding...

Black August is a sacred time to honor the visionary leaders born in August, mourn those we lost, and recommit to the work of protecting our communities. First observed by Black freedom fighters in the 1970s, Black August was created to honor political prisoners,...

When someone we love is in crisis, the way we respond is critical. Mental health shouldn’t be met with handcuffs or guns.   That’s why we created The Right Response to help our communities respond with care. Whether you’re supporting a loved one or figuring out...

At 1M4, we believe everyone deserves to feel safe, especially in moments of crisis. This month, as we continue the fight for real safety in our communities, we want to take a moment to highlight the difference between two terms we often hear but aren’t always clearly...

Juneteenth was just days ago, but the struggle it represents is ongoing. Over a century later, we're still fighting to be fully seen. Still navigating institutions that harm more than help. From mental health to housing, education to emergency response, the systems...

A love letter to the mamas who raised us, the ones who wrapped us in love, the ones who did their best with what they had: To the aunties, big sisters, and chosen mothers. To the mothers who are still here, and the ones we carry in memory—we honor you. Your love and...