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Black History Month is an annual observance of the legacy, contributions and achievements to history made by Black Americans and other people of African descent. Following are a variety of local events meant to educate, celebrate and inspire:
Facebook s decision several years ago that people must use their first and last names on the popular social media site had negative consequences for a queer African American Bay Area man who recently received an award with his incorrect name. Blackberri, a well known singer-songwriter who uses one name, was initially thrilled when he learned that he had won Man of the Year Award from The Barony, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in the East Bay that raises funds for charities within Alameda, Contra Costa, and Santa Clara counties. But Blackberri s excitement turned to disappointment when he saw that the award was made out to Blackberri Singer, the name he has been forced to use on Facebook. ....
Facebook s decision several years ago that people must use their first and last names on the popular social media site had negative consequences for a queer African American Bay Area man who recently received an award with his incorrect name. Blackberri, a well known singer-songwriter who uses one name, was initially thrilled when he learned that he had won Man of the Year Award from The Barony, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in the East Bay that raises funds for charities within Alameda, Contra Costa, and Santa Clara counties. But Blackberri s excitement turned to disappointment when he saw that the award was made out to Blackberri Singer, the name he has been forced to use on Facebook. ....