Welcome to our 2026 Women’s History Month issue. We couldn’t think of a better way to kick off this issue than by celebrating the Life & Legacy of the Legendary Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, to whom we dedicate this issue.
In this issue, we also celebrate Black Women who have shattered glass ceilings over and over and over again. As the Editor-In-Chief of Black Westchester, I wanted to document the stories that highlight the beauty of blackness and the bravery of these natural leaders. Those who shattered glass ceilings dedicated themselves to making their community better and paved the way for both young Black boys and girls, who I especially feel need to read this book. Since we are often inspired by the Black Women who use their voices, positions and platforms to redefine the future while navigating racism, sexism, colorism, classism, ableism, heterosexism and other forms of oppression or “isms,” and still they rise like Maya Angelou said, it was only fitting in this issue that we celebrate African Americans Women who made Her-Story!
