Black History Month: Past, Present & Future
In this Rise Urban Nation Episode, my brothas Ronald Preston Clark, Jordan Harrison, Eric Morison Smith, Michael Love, and I reflect on how our nation celebrates Black History Month, also called African American History Month. This annual observance commemorates African Americans’ achievements and honors their central role in shaping U.S. history. Join us as we discuss African American contributions through art and creative expression, discuss topics impacting Black communities, and imagine the possibilities of what can lie ahead. Some themes that come up: -How It Began -Going Beyond the Classroom -Reflections on Black History Month in 2021 -Making History While Celebrating History -Ideas for What’s Ahead The month is an opportunity to appreciate and learn more about the contributions of Black Americans to our world and expand our consciousness about Black culture. We are all hopeful that others will become more aware of racism and inequities and how they can fight to change it.
RISE Urban Nation: Own Your Story. Scale Your Impact. · Eric Morrison-Smith, Taryell Simmons, Michael Love, Ronald Preston Clark, Jordan Harrison
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In this Rise Urban Nation Episode, my brothas Ronald Preston Clark, Jordan Harrison, Eric Morison Smith, Michael Love, and I reflect on how our nation celebrates Black History Month, also called African American History Month. This annual observance commemorates African Americans’ achievements and honors their central role in shaping U.S. history. Join us as we discuss African American contributions through art and creative expression, discuss topics impacting Black communities, and imagine the possibilities of what can lie ahead.
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