Author Morgan Harper Nichols Says Healing, Rest, and Play Are Black Resistance In an interview with Kindred, the Instagram poet, and author of ‘All Along You Were Blooming’ and ‘Peace is a Practice’ talks about Black history, her Southern upbringing, and giving grace to ourselves. By A. Rochaun Meadows-Fernandez Instagram poet, artist, and author Morgan Harper Nichols is a multimedia artist…
20 Black History and Culture Movies to Enjoy With Your Family Share Black culture and history with the next generation by watching one of these family-friendly movies. They provide valuable insight while focusing on diverse representation. By Lynnette Nicholas It’s important to teach kids about Black history (and Black experiences) not just during Black History Month but throughout the entire year. One way…
5 Travel Destinations That Offer a Bit of Black History From New Orleans to Brazil, we’re sharing the best destinations for families who want to learn Black history on vacation. By Kiratiana Freelon When I was 10 years old, my father took me to visit Niagara Falls in New York State. I have memories of shivering in the cold mist…
Danyel Smith Tells the History of Black Women in Pop Music The author discusses Whitney Houston, Gladys Knight, racism in magazines, and why she’s so hopeful for the future of music and writing. By Emily Lordi If I tell you Danyel Smith is a writer and editor who grew up in Oakland, California, in the nineteen-seventies, and went on to…
During Black History Month, communities across the country commemorate the history of people of African descent in America and pay tribute the many achievements of Black men and women. But perhaps the most important community members to get involved in this annual celebration? Our children. Today’s need for greater racial equity and inclusion requires kids to be exposed to diversity…
