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February 3, 2023

Celebrating Black History Month

 
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National Public Radio

February marks Black History Month, a tradition that got its start in the Jim Crow era and was officially recognized in 1976 as part of the nation's bicentennial celebrations. It aims to honor the contributions that African Americans have made and to recognize their sacrifices.

Association for the Study of African American Life and History

Historically and today in the 21st century, Black people have worked the political angle to seek their rightful space in the country. Where race is concerned, legislative or judicial action to deal with controversial issues has often come late.

Pew Research Center

Black Americans’ resistance to racial inequality has deep roots in U.S. history and has taken many forms – from slave rebellions during the colonial era and through the Civil War to protest movements in the 1950s, ’60s and today.

Los Angeles Times

They were more than victims, worth more than the virulence of white supremacy. And so am I.

Member Contributions 
Elaine Miller Karas: Honor Black History Month with the Wisdom of J'vanet Skiba, associate director of equity, education and engagement, New Hanover Resiliency Task Force
PACEs Connection Announcements
We're hiring: Development Director
Encore ‘History. Culture. Trauma.’ podcast begins Black History Month with author Bruce Perry discussing historical trauma & 'What Happened to You?'
Carey Sipp joins Latchkey Urchins & Friends Podcast
What's Going on Next Week
Online: Black Prophetic Fire: An Evening of Philosophy, Politics, and Culture with Dr. Cornel West | February 16, 2023, 5:30 p.m. Pacific
Vairous: Black History Month: Events That Celebrate Black Culture
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