As we near tax time, we can't help thinking about money - how much we have or don't have. Since one of my deepest hopes for our community is that we recognize and leverage our economic prowess to improve our collective condition, I wanted to compile some powerful quotes on money. These are from some of our financial forefathers, past and present. I hope they inspire you to make … [Read more...]
5 Lessons for Black Marriages From Black History
I was inspired to write this post while reading the book, The Warmth of Other Suns, by Isabel Wilkerson. What an amazing book! Just a few pages into this 1,000 plus page moving account of the "Great" migration of African Americans from the South to every part of this country, and something has hit me. There are so many lessons for black marriages from black history. In fact, my … [Read more...]
A Convenient, Kid-Friendly Way to Squeeze in a Black History Lesson
We are right in the thick of Black History Month and there's so much left to learn. There's still plenty of time to celebrate your history and get your children in on the fun. But, you don’t have to pack up the kids and rush to the nearest museum this weekend for your requisite family Black History Month lesson. A Convenient, Kid-Friendly Way to Squeeze in a Black History … [Read more...]
28 Black History Lessons for Both You and Your Kids
Black History Month is here at last! With Cory Booker and Kamala Harris announcing their bid for the presidency in 2020, African Americans have a lot to look forward to in the next 20 months. But the significance of their run would be lost if we don't heed the Black History lessons of the past. We've pulled together 28 Black History Lessons (activities and resources) that … [Read more...]
Giveaway: Win a Chance to Discover Your African Ancestry and Much More
Our mission on BMWK is to uplift, promote and encourage marriage and healthy relationships in the African American Community. So, when we were asked by African Ancestry to participate in a celebration of Black Love, we jumped at the chance. We’re celebrating Black Love by partnering with fellow businesses that promote Black Love as part of their mission. And we're offering a … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Honor Black History Heroes within Your Own Family
As we celebrate Black History Month, I’m sure you don’t have to look very far to find someone within your own family to honor. We often celebrate the lives of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, Madam CJ Walker, George Washington Carver, Rosa Parks and the countless others who made our Black History so rich. However, consider celebrating those individuals who achieved great … [Read more...]
More Than Slaves: “Underground” Celebrates Black Heroes In New Series
What do you tell your kids about the history of slavery in the United States? In recent years we’ve seen Hollywood’s perspective on history, telling stories from The Help to 12 Years a Slave with the perspective of Blacks as victims, inferior, or struggling to get by unless aided by a white savior. However, in early 2016, WGN America’s new series “Underground” is looking to … [Read more...]
Five Powerful Women of the Civil Rights Movement You Should Know, but Probably Don’t
Although I understand the idea behind Black History Month, I’m not a huge proponent of relegating our history to only one month of the year. We need to celebrate our heroes and sheroes year-round; however, since it is Black History Month, this is a great opportunity to go beyond the usual narrative of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Rosa Parks to highlight some of the little-known … [Read more...]
Nike Introduces a Black History Month Collection
BY LATOYA CROSS With sports comes a lot of hard work, sacrifice and determination. Not everyone is built for the game, but there are those individuals who spark encouragement and endurance as leaders on and off the playing field. For this reason, and in a stylish way I might add, Nike, Inc. is introducing the 2015 Black History Month Collection that honors six athletes … [Read more...]
Oldest African American Church in Atlanta Closes Doors
Friendship Baptist Church of Atlanta, Georgia held its last service this past Sunday, after over 150 years in existence. The church is moving to make way for a new stadium for the Atlanta Falcons. The church was built in 1862 and it is also the historic building where Spelman College's first classes were held. On Sunday, more people than usual flocked to the church to hear … [Read more...]
6 Messages That Prevent African-Americans from Achieving Emotional and Financial Stability
By Dr. Dwayne Buckingham Messages are forms of communication that are transmitted to individuals either in writing, in speeches or in behavior with the intent of informing or advising them to take action. Messages can either be uplifting or destructive. As an individual who was raised in the 70s, I heard messages that were empowering, heart-felt, educational and uplifting. … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: 3 Must See Black History Destinations!
It's "Black History" month, that time of the year when it's okay to celebrate the milestones and contributions to history made by African Americans. There are countless wonderful historical monuments, sights, and museums that we all should take the time to visit. There's the African American Civil War Museum, Frederick Douglas' home, and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in … [Read more...]
Black History Month: Honoring Native and Foreign-Born Brothers and Sisters
Today marks the beginning of Black History Month, the month in which we celebrate our culture. While many of us celebrate our history and the lives and advancements made by black people throughout the year, it is the month of February when much of the nation stops to join us in the acknowledgement of our history. An article featured at Time Ideas poses the question of … [Read more...]