With Black History Month coming to a close and Women’s History Month kicking off, an African American woman worth celebrating is Ida B. Wells, who has inspired countless writers, including myself, to tell stories that give a voice to the unheard.
No matter how many times I get frustrated by writer’s block or rapid deadlines, I always keep coming back to journalism. It is what I love to do. It is what I was meant to do. With all that I hope to accomplish in my career, nothing can compare to the pioneering journalism of Ida B. Wells.
Black History Ottawa Examine The Highs And Lows Of Black History In Canada
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With Black History Month nearing a close, Black History Ottawa is letting you know how you can make a difference in the fight against systemic racism.
The group has been hosting events all through the month to highlight the inequalities black people face on a regular basis, and how we can work to create a more inclusive Canada.
Sarah Onyango is the Public Relations Coordinator for Black History Ottawa, and she says there’s still lots of work to be done in terms of equality for people of African descent.
Estella Atekwana on being a âfirstâ Article by Adam Thomas Photos by Kathy F. Atkinson February 24, 2021
Dean of UDâs College of Earth, Ocean and Environment reflects on being a Black woman in geoscience and a career full of firsts
With Black History Month â and every other month â in mind, Estella Atekwana, dean of the University of Delawareâs College of Earth, Ocean and Environment (CEOE), discussed her career as a Black, female scientist in the geoscience field in a question-and-answer interview.
Q: Could you give some background about yourself and your experience as a Black, female scientist in the geoscience field?
LETHBRIDGE With Black History Month nearing an end, a group of photographers is putting together a collection of photos, poems and short stories that highlight the Black experience in Lethbridge and across Alberta. They’ve also received submissions from 13 people in the province looking to add to the magazine. Oseremen Irete, a member of the We’re Here Too collective said the response from other Black artists has been positive. “We all sat together and looked through the ‘zine. People felt very seen and they were like, yes. This has been my experience of Lethbridge, said Irete. The effort not only highlights experiences in Lethbridge and other parts of the province, it also gives Black artists a platform, which can be a big hurdle for anyone in the industry.
The origins, history of Black fashion trends Provided by AG Natua Couture Donyale Luna, the first Black American model to ever grace the cover of Vogue, played a role in popularizing long acrylic nails in modern fashion.
Black culture has been at the forefront of fashion trends for centuries
February 17, 2021
With Black History Month in full swing, let’s take a look at fashion trends that originated in Black culture from as early as the B.C. era to the year 2021. From jewelry to nail art to textile patterns, Black culture has been the driving force in fashion trends for hundreds of years.