Posts Tagged ‘Activism’
Rosa Parks Day
Rosa Parks Day honors the American Civil Rights hero on December 1st, the day she refused to give up her seat for a white passenger while riding a Montgomery, Alabama city bus. In some states it’s also celebrated on February 4th, her birthday, or the first Monday after her birthday – February 5th in 2025.
Read MoreRevolutionary Fighter For Black Liberation Assata Shakur Dies At 78
Assata Shakur, Black Liberationist, has died at 78. Her life, fight for justice, and enduring legacy continue to spark debate worldwide.
Read MoreDecades of Water Neglect Pushed This Alabama Activist Into Politics
Carletta Davis, a local environmental justice advocate, has decided to enter politics after President Trump rolled back regulations.
Read MoreAlabama Youth Council students make their own rules while learning to lead
The SPLC is creating opportunities for youth in Alabama to discuss the issues that matter to them and get involved in community activism.
Read MoreThe Many Political Interpretations of Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy
Kurt Streeter bust myths as he examines the many ways different people viewed Martin Luther King Jr and his work over time.
Read More‘A dog cemetery would not be treated like this’: the fight to preserve Black burial grounds in the US
The Bethesda African Cemetery Coalition has been fighting to preserve local cemeteries from new developments for nearly a decade.
Read MoreArt & Activism Retreats with Casa Romero
Join Casa Romero for two retreats focused on Art and Activism at ABHM!
Each retreat is a 2-day experience where students’ objective is to create a mural with the guidance of resident community artists.
Mass Protests in Black and White – Are We Showing Up?
For Black America, attending large protest rallies is a low priority compared to beating back the threats to 60 years of racial progress.
Read MoreWhen Black Women Fought Back and Won!
Welcome to Black Studies with Director EJ, a former history teacher, journalist, and award-winning documentary filmmaker and social media influencer (TheDirector_Ej on IG and Director_EJ on TikTok). In this class, we will explore the inspiring stories of Black women who fought back and won against systems of oppression and racism. Join us on Thursday, March 13th,…
Read MoreWhich Musical Artist Was a Principal Financier of the Civil Rights Movement?
Did you ever wonder how the leaders of the Civil Rights Movement were able to organize huge demonstrations and travel around the country to speak to groups large and small?
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