This year was a transformative and historic one for Black women.
From entertainment to activism, Black women made sure their voices and impact were heard worldwide. While they set the tone for resistance this year — Black women voted overwhelmingly for Hillary Clinton in 2016, led organization in the Women’s March at the top of the year and maintain their position as one of fastest growing group of entrepreneurs — Black women have continued to break barriers and influence the masses.
Check out a few of the remarkable Black women who created history making moments this year.
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