Black History in a sentence

Canada’s Black history was never part of the curriculum before the course was introduced, instead, there was always a strong focus on America’s Black history, even though “Black history is Canadian history,” Musherure said.

On the Government of Canada’s official website, it says “During Black History Month, Canadians celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians,” and yet there is no recognition of Black History Month at Langara.

These Black History Month events at Missouri S&T are coordinated by the university’s student diversity initiatives, the Association of Black Students and the Black History Month planning committee.

Black History Month carries a wide range of meanings for people all over the country in part due to one’s background, upbringing, culture, values, and skin color, there is a wide variety and extent to how Black History Month is observed.

But Black History Month wasn’t a big deal because Black History Month happened eight months out of the school year (laughs).

Davis said Black History Month is about more than reflecting on how far Black Americans have come, it’s a time to celebrate the history that is continually being made each day in our communities.

February is Black History Month, and most networks and platforms have programming and specials highlighting various black celebrities, academics, athletes, singers and history.

In celebration of Black History Month, we sat down with Dwight Warren, Business Banking Market Manager for JPMorgan Chase in Phoenix, to discuss what Black History Month means to him, how the firm is advancing racial equity and Dwight’s goals for 2023.

October marks Black History Month in the UK, an annual celebration of the achievements, contributions and history of Black people in the UK.

Part of Wandsworth’s Black History 365 programme, this guided tour of Tooting showcases the vibrant black history of the borough.

Stephen Lecce says Black history is Canadian history and adding it as a mandatory part of the curriculum will ensure the next generation will better appreciate the sacrifices and commitments Black Canadians have made.

The New Brunswick Black History Society's heritage centre in Brunswick Square includes a large collection of artifacts and information about the province's Black history.

From bestselling author and illustrator, Vashti Harrison, these two stunning books (Bold Women in Black History and Exceptional Men in Black History) are packed with fascinating stories, interesting facts and lovely illustrations.

Take the opportunity to learn about the significance of Black History Month through a two-day art workshop that focuses on four artists who have influenced black art history.

Borrego said although she appreciates Black History Month, celebrating and talking about black history is something the association does all year round and that February just serves as a time to bring it to the forefront.

Every president in the United States since 1976 has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrating black history.

Maybe in the case of black history, it’s because it was an oral history — it was illegal for black Americans to learn to read or write, often under penalty of death.

Black History Month 2023 is celebrating the achievements of black people who have advocated for the black community over the years.

In honor of Black History Month, we released the Black Unity collection, including the Special Edition Apple Watch Black Unity Sport Loop, a new matching watch face and iPhone wallpaper.

For Black History Month, senior culture reporter & Black Voices editor Taryn Finley launched “Black Love on Our Terms,” a weekly series about the platonic, familial and/or romantic love that sustains our community.