Jennifer Ojilere, Author at The Statesman

Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill draws strong responses

Jennifer OjilereArts CultureMarch 11, 2022March 13, 2022

The Florida State Legislature passed the divisive “Don’t Say Gay” measure, which limits what may be taught in classrooms about sexual orientation and gender identity. Activists have slammed the move, alleging that it will harm queer youth.

Center for Civic Justice’s addresses access to healthcare in underserved communities

Jennifer OjilereArtsMarch 6, 2022March 7, 2022

The idea of driving innovative healthcare solutions has been prominent in many policymakers’ minds; however, healthcare reigns both controversial and troublesome in underserved communities.

Living Single did it first: Celebrating TV’s Black icons

Jennifer OjilereArts TVFebruary 8, 2022February 8, 2022

While the TV industry has been painfully slow to expand its attention beyond the lives and experiences of white people, these Black superstars have made a name for themselves by delivering some of the most memorable performances of all time in TV.