Black History Month takes place during February in the United States and Canada. The month is recognized throughout October in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Every year, a theme is applied to focus the public’s attention. The 2024 theme isAfrican Americans and the Artsin the US. DEI as ...
February 1, 2024 Dahlia Adler Leave a comment Happy Black History Month! Like the other eleven months, it’s an excellent time to buy queer books by Black authors! For even more recs, check out previous years’ posts! Books to Read Now Alex Wise vs. the End of the World by Terry ...
Officially established in 1976, Black History Month, formerly known as “Negro Week,” is an annual tradition during the month of February that highlights and educates Americans about important milestones within the African American community and culture
Every February, across the country, we celebrate the history and accomplishments of Black Americans. As we look ahead to Black History Month in February 2023, we reflect onDr. Matthew Delmont’s words:“if DEI work is truly going to be at the core of an organization, […] you have to ...
But in the theme of education—part of the function of this month for much of the country—you’ll learn of other, less-discussed moments and perhaps some unfamiliar faces in Black history: the desegregation of the armed forces in the ’40s, the first Black Miss America in the ’80s, ...
Black History Month 2013 electronic poster, February 1, 2013. (http://dclibrary.org). After all of these years — and thirty-seven years’ worth of Black History Months — I sometimes forget how emotionally charged Black history can be. After all, I’m an academically trained historian, on...
Black history is the story of African Americans in the United States and elsewhere. Learn about Black History Month, Black leaders, the Great Migration, the civil rights movement and more.
12 Powerful Black History Month Activities to Engage Students 1. Amplify student voice with a rap contest Student voiceandauthentic learning experiencesare at the core of Flocabulary. Every February, we host a student rap contest in honor of Black History Month. Students will select a significant ...
Foster “windows, mirrors, and sliding glass doors” moments for you and your students The time is always right to learn about Black History Develop a learner’s mindset this Black History Month You may ask yourself, “How do I even start to make myclassroommore inclusive?...
February 2020:Blake Bolden hired by LA Kings Pro player Blake Bolden becomes the first Black female pro scout in the NHL after being hired by the Los Angeles Kings. October 6, 2020:Quinton Byfield drafted 2nd overall Quinton Byfield becomes highest drafted Black player in NHL Draft history af...