Black History Month 'double down'

Amid Trump’s Anti-Diversity Effort, Black History Month Takes On New Meaning
Feb. 1 marks the first day of Black History Month, and suddenly the study of the Black experience may feel like an act of defiance.
Black History Month starts Saturday. Here's the history behind the month-long celebration
Often called the "Father of Black History," Virginia native and scholar Carter G. Woodson started Negro History Week in February of 1926.
Trump White House marks Black History Month while Defense Department declares 'identity months dead'
The Trump White House has issued a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month around the same time the Defense Department issued guidance declaring “identity months dead.”
Black History Month, MLK Day, & More Banned By Trump's Defense Agency
The Defense Intelligence Agency has ordered a pause prohibiting all activities and events related to "special observances" to comply with President Donald Trump's executive order.
Federal agencies bar Black History Month and other 'special observances'
A number of federal agencies have banned celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women's History Month and other such observances to comply with Trump's executive orders.
Pentagon agency bans Black History Month in compliance with Trump’s anti-DEI push
The Defense Intelligence Agency also ordered the suspension of events marking LGBTQ Pride Month, Juneteenth and Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Trump to celebrate Black History Month despite crackdown on DEI: White House
President Donald Trump will sign a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month after some federal observances were paused for DEI concerns.
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African American Parade celebrates black history, joy
"I love Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks because everything you see here is because of them, and they made freedom ...
What you should know about Black History Month: From its origins to current misconceptions
Black History Month wasn’t always a monthlong celebration. In February 1926, historian and author Carter G. Woodson created ...
What to know about why Black History Month was created
Black History Month was recognized nationally in 1976, when President Gerald Ford designated the month as a time for the ...
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The theme of Black History Month 2025 is ‘African Americans and Labor’
Groups celebrating Black History Month are including this year’s theme of African Americans and Labor as part of their ...
BLACK HISTORY MONTH: Irish, African American connection linked by slavery, neighborhoods, tragedy
While historical tensions have been acknowledged, a shared solidarity and activism highlighted the relationship between ...
The city of Orlando proudly celebrates Black History Month in Central Florida
The Orlando City Council proudly magnifies Black Americans’ resilience, remarkable achievements, and enduring impact in the ...
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30 Black Americans To Celebrate During Black History Month and Beyond
Every Black History Month and Juneteenth, pioneers in African American history are often mentioned like Dr. Martin Luther ...
Where to celebrate Black History Month in Anne Arundel County
Activities range from art exhibitions and educational lectures to community gatherings honoring African American culture and ...
LI Black History Month events: Feb. 1-Feb. 9
A showcase of teens’ talent and creativity includes flower silhouettes, neon acrylic artwork inspired by the artist Derrick ...
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Black History Month 2025: African Americans and Labor
Black History Month theme, African Americans and Labor, focuses on the various and profound ways that work and working of all ...