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  1. Black historical figures who shook the world, from a warrior queen to a ...

    Feb 15, 2021 · From the richest ruler in history to a controversial Renaissance ruler, here are seven lesser-known Black historical figures whose influence was felt far and wide.

  2. Black History Month: What is it and why do we need it?

    Feb 7, 2024 · A continued engagement with history is vital as it helps give context for the present. Black History Month is an opportunity to understand Black histories, going beyond stories of racism and …

  3. Celebrating Black History Month and social justice through art

    Feb 5, 2024 · This Black History Month, we celebrate art, especially poetry and music, as a powerful tool for social commentary, inspiring change and calling for unity.

  4. Black History Month: 5 Black environmentalists you should know

    Feb 25, 2021 · From environmental justice advocates to scientists and social entrepreneurs, these people have all worked to raise awareness of climate change and protecting the planet.

  5. What is critical race theory? | World Economic Forum

    Black History Month 2022 is being marked as American society grapples with the significance of Black history, with discussions around the relevance and necessity of critical race theory taking centre …

  6. Olympics: A history of racial justice protests in sport | World ...

    Jul 23, 2021 · Two Black athletes were expelled from the 1968 Games after protesting against racial and social injustice on the medal podium. Professor of Sociology Lori Latrice Martin explains the history …

  7. 7 powerful, memorable books that explore racial injustice in the US

    Jun 5, 2020 · According to McKinsey, the “racial wealth gap ” between black and white families grew from around $100,000 in 1992 to $154,000 in 2016. This gap is worsened by a lack of access to …

  8. Black History Month and a decade of Black Lives Matter | World …

    Feb 16, 2022 · February is Black History Month and 10 years since Trayvon Martin’s death sparked the Black Lives Matter movement. Here are key moments over the decade.

  9. Here's how Black people can overcome racial inequality in the US ...

    Feb 1, 2023 · Pew Research Center surveys explore Black people’s views on how to overcome racial inequality in the US, with 63% considering voting to be an effective strategy.

  10. After John Lewis: 21 civil rights leaders who are shaping America

    Jul 30, 2020 · Civil rights leader John Lewis is survived by a generation of changemakers, ready to take up the baton. Twenty-one are listed here, representing intersections of civil rights causes including …