February is Black History Month. It’s when we collectively set aside the time as a concentrated effort to celebrate and acknowledge the accomplishments of Blacks. Many have invented, broken records and in some cases, cleared the path for others to follow.
Why do we do this?
It’s unfortunate that our history books are diluted or utterly missing of their accomplishments. In some cases, people can live their entire life in America and not know any Black history.
How did it start?
Carter G. Woodson, a Harvard-trained historian and the prominent minister Jesse E. Moorland started a Negro History Week in 1926. According to History.com, in 1976, (50 years later) President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month, calling upon the public to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.”
In last week’s Monday Minute, we talked about reflecting on our wins and losses. February let us do just that from a focused lens and effort of not only our wins, but the wins of Blacks in America.
I look forward to sharing some great accomplishments including pioneers and inventors throughout the month on our social media platforms. Be sure to stay connected and up to date, by liking, following and sharing on FB & IG.