Black History Month - Page 27
James Baldwin shares words of wisdom and intellect in a series of interviews.
James Baldwin would have turned 96 years old. Here are 10 of the most important things he said in life.
There are many parallels today with what Frederick Douglass described in his speech to white America delivered on July 5, 1852.
Checkout these dope graphic shirts with powerful messaging celebrating Juneteenth...
With the current state of our country, we as blacks could use a celebration right now while we are still on the front lines. Juneteenth is that celebration.
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is a holiday of notable significance for many African Americans. June 19, 1865, highlights the abolition of slavery in the state of Texas.
Community activist, Ms. Opal Lee is on a mission to make Juneteenth a national holiday. Two years after the emancipation proclamation on June 19, 1865, Texas slaves found out they were free. Today, over 280,000 signatures have been gathered for the petition to make it a nationally recognized holiday, but Ms. Opal’s goal is to […]
According to the official website, Juneteenth “is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States.” A lot of people would take this time to hang out or relax with friends and family. But why not take this day to educate yourself or learn more about how far we’ve come […]
As we look to celebrate this date this year following a slew of unjust murders and social unrest, here’s a playlist celebrating all of our melanin magic.
What was born out of emancipation in Texas has become a global celebration of Black freedom.
While gathering, organizing and/or protesting has historically the way folks would come together in celebration, with the current global pandemic it is suggested to pivot the plan. Here are some ways you can take action.