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GU Creator’s House Spotlights The Power Of Authenticity In The Creator Economy
GU’s third-annual Creator’s House kicked off in New Orleans with a powerful panel on authenticity, brand partnerships, and creative evolution—featuring… Read More
ABOUT ESSENCE GU™
GU is a global digital destination for young, multicultural individuals to find the community, mentors, perspectives, tools, resources, and opportunities to support them through their life’s milestones.

For the fith year in a row, GU Summit served as a safe space for young Black women, girls, and gender-expansive youth to come together and fellowship. Join us for another day filled with panels, networking, activations, and more.
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71 Years Since Brown v. Board Of Education: Where We Are Today
A closer look at how segregation still shapes education in the U.S., the rising academic power of Black women, and… Read More
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Earthy Black Girls Are Trending — But This Summer Aesthetic Has Deep Roots
From Detroit to the DMV, earthy Black girls are reclaiming a slower, softer lifestyle that’s deeply rooted in identity, healing,… Read More
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10 Swoon-Worthy Romance Books By Black Authors To Heat Up Your Summer
Whether you’re beachside or on your lunch break, these Black-authored romance books deliver the love stories you’ve been craving—all summer… Read More



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