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Sweet Blackberry has been featured in national press and media outlets for its work in bringing untold Black history stories to children everywhere. From diverse children’s books and animated videos to multicultural education resources for schools, our nonprofit continues to spark imagination, pride, and possibility. Explore our press features and discover how these stories are making an impact across classrooms and communities.

  • The Sweet History Behind Karyn Parsons’ New Book - Rhode Island Monthly

  • Honoring Actress Karyn Parsons For Black History Month

  • Obama Reads to Chicago Elementary Students at Woodlawn Public Library

  • Actress and Author Karyn Parsons Talk with Steve Adubato About the Importance of Diversity in Books

  • Actress Karyn Parsons Highlights the Inspiration Behind Her Non-Profit Sweet Blackberry

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    Karyn Parsons, Actress - Inspiration for Sweet BlackBerry

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    ‘Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ actress Karyn Parsons inspires kids with animated black history films

  • Ex- ‘Fresh Prince’ Star Karyn Parsons Hopes to Counter Fairy Tales for Children with Real Life Stories of Black Heroes

  • What's Hilary Banks Up To? Karyn Parsons Is Celebrating Unsung Black Heroes

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    What Happened to Karyn Parsons – News & Updates

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    Princess Of 'Fresh Prince' Brings History To Children

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    Karyn Parsons: How the 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' Cast Stayed My Family

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    Janet Collins Story: Karyn Parsons Launches Kickstarter for Ballerina’s Biopic

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    Karyn Parsons' Mission To Share The Untold Stories Of Black History Heroes

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    Fresh Prince star aims to bring story of dancer Janet Collins to the screen

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    Karyn Parsons Creates Kickstarter for Film About Ballerina Janet Collins

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    "Fresh Prince" Cast Still Friends

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    Ex- ‘Fresh Prince’ Star Karyn Parsons Hopes to Counter Fairy Tales for Children with Real Life Stories of Black Heroes

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    Karyn Parsons tells inspiring true stories of little-known African-Americans