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❓ Why February? Unveiling Black History Month's Significance: Black History Month's choice of February is deeply rooted in honoring the profound impact of African Americans on the nation's history. Initiated by Carter G. Woodson in 1926, February was selected for its significance to the Black community, marking a period for reflection and celebration of Black excellence and resilience. Woodson, a Harvard-educated historian, was inspired to promote the study and recognition of African American achievements after witnessing the lack of representation in history. This was a step towards highlighting the indispensable role of Black Americans in shaping the nation. As we observe #BlackHistoryMonth, it's a call to honor the legacy and achievements of Black individuals across all aspects of society. #blackexcellence #historymatters #blackhistory #didyouknow

Check out our new blog post for a thoughtful reflection on Black History Month. We explore the significance of this observance, highlighting the accomplishments and contributions of influential black individuals throughout history. Gain insight into the importance of celebrating diversity and honoring the legacies that have shaped our society. https://lnkd.in/gWpXfZYM #Blackhistorymonth2024 #blackhistory #hospice #hospicehistory #lifesjourneyhospice #blog #blogpost

Black History Month is observed in February each year. Although this month primarily celebrates the history, contributions, and achievements of African Americans, we would like to take this opportunity to celebrate the history of all Black African people during the month of February. To begin, we invite you to check out the slides below where you can learn some interesting facts related to Black History Month. Stay posted this month for more posts about this important event ⬇️ #BlackHistoryMonth #TLScontact

🌟 Honour Black History Month by deepening your understanding! Take time to explore the rich history, culture and achievements of Black history through articles, documentaries, and discussions. Challenge yourself to learn about often overlooked stories and amplify Black voices all year round. Let's commit to fostering understanding, equity, and inclusion every day. Take a look at these links below to educate yourself more on #blackhistorymonth https://lnkd.in/gnRaXTJ https://lnkd.in/ds6_veph

As we near the end of #BlackHistoryMonth, I've been thinking about how I've contributed to shaping history and carrying on important legacies. It's been a valuable process of reflecting on the past to guide my actions toward future goals. I urge you to do the same! Whether you're a prominent African American figure in your field or someone actively supporting the amplification and recognition of Black voices, we all have a role to play in Black history. #sankofa #blackhistorymonth2024 #blackhistoryisamericanhistory

Black History Month is an opportunity to reflect and share the integral moments in Black British history that have impacted our society today. Although the UK has a long way to go, there are so many individuals, both past and present, who are advocating for change and whose voices need uplifting so we can continue to break the cycle of racism.   This week, we are remembering and sharing some important historical facts to help celebrate Black history; click through the below to learn more.   #BlackHistoryMonth2023 #BlackBritian #BHM

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📢 Beyond February 📢 Check out our Co-Executive Director’s article on why it’s crucial to acknowledge that Black history is not just a series of past events but a living, ongoing narrative that continues to unfold across Canada. Download the PDF or check out our Article section to read the full message by Nancy Wanye! #BlackHistoryMonth #EquityAndInclusion #ChangeMakers #InclusiveFuture #CdnPoli

It's Black History Month, and this year's theme is African Americans and the Arts. In honor of this, in this week's blog, we've compiled some outstanding works that help us all better understand, connect with, and learn from the Black American experience. #SeniorLiving #SeniorCare #BlackHistoryMonth https://hubs.li/Q02kbvTR0