Black History Month - Page 13

The NAACP put its full support behind the Living Wage For All bill, which aims to raise minimum wage to at least $30 in NY and $25 federally.

Before she was a legend and icon, Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler was paving the way for generations of Black women in medicine as the first Black woman to earn a medical degree in the U.S. Born Rebecca Davis in Delaware in 1831, Crumpler was raised by an auntie in Pennsylvania who helped care for sick […] The post BOSSIP’s Black History Hidden Gems: Monumental Medical Matriarch Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler Defied Racism & Sexism As The First Black Woman Physician In The U.S. appeared first on Bossip.

Black women leaders like Rev. Bradley continue century-long fight for social, political, and economic justice despite challenges and exhaustion.

Black history continues unfolding every day. A new generation of Black activists leads movements that demand accountability and build opportunity. These leaders organize communities, influence policy, and reshape national conversations. Their work in 2026 reflects the future direction of Black leadership across multiple movements. Future Black History Leaders to Watch in 2026 Alicia GarzaAlicia Garza […]

On Wednesday (Feb. 18), President Donald Trump hosted a Black History Month reception at the White House, weeks after the backlash over posting a video on his Truth Social media platform depicting Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as apes in the jungle. At the outset of his speech, he thanked those gathered at the event […]

Highlighting 20 unsung Black history heroes whose contributions deserve wider recognition.

There are cruises, and then there are experiences that make you feel like you have stepped inside a movie. Disney Destiny is exactly that kind of dream come true for any kid, or kid at heart, who ever imagined traveling the seas alongside their favorite superheroes. From the moment you step onboard Disney Destiny, it […]

Nolan Williams Jr. Celebrates Black Heritage with Stirring Musical Tribute

Black coaches have made significant contributions to sports, breaking barriers and inspiring generations. Playing a crucial role in sports, Black coaches in sports began breaking barriers, fostering diversity, and inspiring future generations. The first Black coach in professional sports, Fritz Pollard, became a trailblazer in 1921 as co-coach of the Akron Pros in the NFL, […]

“Photography and the Black Arts Movement” explores the role of visual art at a time when Black culture is increasingly under attack. 

For more than 100 years, Black political progress in the United States has reshaped the nation’s democracy at every level. From local offices won during eras of open voter suppression to landmark federal legislation and historic elections to the White House, Black Americans have consistently expanded access to the ballot, redefined leadership, and transformed public […]

Before Rosa Parks, 15-year-old Claudette Colvin refused to give up her bus seat, sparking a pivotal fight for justice.