Today, we honor #Juneteenth by reflecting on our history, celebrating freedom, and committing to intentional actions that support equality and justice for all. Looking for resources to share with your team? Check out the Juneteenth Digital Toolkit from Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture: https://lnkd.in/e8ecCSrz
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Harvard-Educated Historian of Science | Social Entrepreneur | Nonprofit Development & Advancement Expert | Aspiring American Academy of Arts and Sciences President
Did you ever pause to ponder why most museums carry a nonprofit 501(c)(3) status? It's not just about tax breaks; they're our valiant protectors and curators of cultural heritage. They're in the business of educating and enlightening, all while safeguarding invaluable pieces of history.🏛️ Take for instance, the Buffalo History Museum. They've set a gold standard for inclusivity with the exhibit "Say Their Names: Honor Their Legacies," curated hand-in-hand with the community and the Uncrowned Queens Institute. The exhibit is an immersive tour de force into the rich tapestry of Buffalo’s African American elders. 🌍 The exhibit goes beyond just showcasing artifacts. It brings to life the narratives of black life in the Queen City through portraits, biographies and video interviews contributed by senior community members. Too often, black history is glossed over, its wisdom trivialized or commodified. With such initiatives, museums like the Buffalo History Museum step up to rectify these historical oversights. It’s a shining testament to how museums can and should wield their influence to champion inclusivity and repair historical imbalances. 🙌 Museums aren't just buildings with cool stuff – they're vibrant cultural custodians. Let's appreciate, support, and champion these institutions that work tirelessly to maintain our collective memory. #MuseumsMatter #CulturalHeritage #DiverseHistory #InclusiveNarratives So, who's visiting a museum this weekend? 🎟️🚶♂️
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Experienced DEI Leader | Inclusion Expert | Driving Positive Change, ERG Development & Strategic Brand Partnerships in Corporations & Nonprofits
Today marks the beginning of Black History Month! I want to provide key information to those seeking more guidance and knowledge about the contributions and history of the American experience from various descendants of enslaved Africans and other groups within the diaspora. Here is a link to BlackHistoryMonth.gov, discussing the month and providing facts. Next is an article that provides insight into the intersectionality of black history and disability from the Department of Labor. https://lnkd.in/ec4wbb_u Additionally, here is a link to influential Black women who have made a significant impact in the U.S., such as Shirley Chisholm, Septima Poinsette Clark, and Flo Kennedy. https://lnkd.in/ehEEbwBD For professionals within education looking for age-appropriate content on Black History Month, this link provides information on What, When, Who, Why, and How regarding Black HistoryMonth. https://lnkd.in/e5GUM5KG Lastly, there are many other people I want to shout out! Their content will help you learn more beyond Black History Month. This will not only keep you educated on this important topic but also help everyone improve their knowledge on this subject because the more we know about others, the more we grow. Instagram: @hereweeread @mrcrim3 Linkedin: Keri Gray Keith Jones Joel Bervell Mark Raymond, Jr. Bianca Reed Luticha Andre Doucette #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #BlackExcellence #CelebrateBlackHistory #BlackLeadership #BlackVoices #BlackAchievement #BlackInnovation #DiversityandInclusion #Equality #InclusiveLeadership #AfricanAmericanHistory
Black History Month 2024
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Writer, poet, speaker; equity, diversity & inclusion consultant. Co-director of The Inclusion Agency.
There's still time to have a say, until the end of the month: Is your cultural heritage misrepresented by British museums? Are you represented in them at all? Do you want to be a part of how the cultural heritage of racially minoritised people is presented and communicated, with respect and celebration? Then this is your time to have a say! The UnMuseum Project, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, is an exploration into what a cultural heritage space would look like if it was built by and for Black and Racially Minoritised communities in the South West of England. With you, we want to change the landscape of cultural heritage in our region, but to do so we need your voices! This survey is a chance for you to shape how your people's histories and cultures are represented in a dedicated Centre for Black and Brown Culture - a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Take a few minutes from your day to help change the future of the South West! https://lnkd.in/eChWSFQJ
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The concept of freedom & the hard history of slavery can be tough for kids to grasp. As we approach #Juneteeth, Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture has age-appropriate activities, books, and historical resources to support young children’s understanding & celebration of Juneteenth: https://lnkd.in/gUn_YEMd
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It’s African American History Month. Learn more at
Black History Month 2024
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In the context of the 2024 Black History Month exhibition at the EUI, 'Black Realities: Confronting Racism in Europe', History researcher Daphné Budasz reflects on the long history of dehumanisation and systemic oppression of people of African descent across time in Europe. Read more on #EUIdeas 👉 https://loom.ly/9b96wI4
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Harvest Insights is closed today for Juneteenth, but I feel like not everyone knows the significance of what we celebrate today. This is a brief summary from the National Museum of African American History and Culture and the Smithsonian.
The Historical Legacy of Juneteenth
nmaahc.si.edu
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Feminist, grassroots political strategist, federal health policy analyst. Pro-immigrant advocate, pro-union advocate. Voracious reader.
The 19th #February9 : #Black #History #Month: #Our #art #is #our #power #in #the #evolving #American #story "This #Black #History #Month, The 19th's coverage will explore the ways that African-American arts show up in Black culture."
Black History Month: Our art is our power in the evolving American story
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Happy Friday everyone! The weekend has arrived 💃 Yesterday I had the pleasure of volunteering at Anti Racist Cumbria's 2023 summit. I was delighted to hear and Arc's short animation 'The Fell we climb' has been nominated for an award at the Manchester animation Festival! Congratulations Anti Racist Cumbria, fingers crossed for the Oscars next 🤞 The Keynote speaker, David Olusogua, offered amazing insights into Black British heritage. He made an incredible synopsis of how institutionalised racism became ingrained in our society. As soon as the recording becomes available I will share the link with you all. The thing that got me thinking the most was how he felt black history should be explored and shared. During the Q&A one of the audience members was asking about how we should be teaching black history in an educational setting. She explained that she uses historical figures as a way to empower histories of the African diaspora as a way to not traumatise her students with what has happened to Black people and she was curious as to what David thought of this. Olusogua went on to say he is worried about the negative consequences that can come from teaching history in a biographical way, especially when it comes to topics that don't conform to the mainstream historical narrative. He believes that teaching too much about individuals, especially those who have been involved in controversial activities, can be harmful because it can lead to the demonization of certain groups. He advocates for a more holistic approach to teaching history, one that focuses on the experiences of all people, regardless of their race, gender, or social class. He also mentioned that it is important to be aware of the political climate when teaching history, as there are those who will try to delegitimize any attempt to teach a more inclusive and accurate history. This gave me some real food for thought because being in the museum sector, we use biographical storytelling a lot. We use objects to help tell intangibles stories and often through the collector's lense. Often, objects are collected to tell the stories of key historical figures. It made me think about our professional practices, and I am curious as to how museums could facilitate the kind of learning David described; what can museums do to help dismantle institutionalised racism in UK society? #animation #antiracist #cumbria #ARCSummit23 #Museums #decolonisation #AntiRacism
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