Black History Month 'double down'

Black History Month Starts Amid Trump DEI Crackdown. What Lawmakers Say
Democratic lawmakers marked the beginning of Black History Month this February 1st with tributes to Black American achievements, while some also criticized President Donald Trump's recent opposition to DEI (Diversity,
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.
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.
Maryland leaders publicly support Black History Month despite Trump’s DEI attacks
Maryland political leaders stepped up their support Saturday for Black History Month in the midst of an onslaught of attacks on diversity initiatives by President Donald Trump. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore,
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 public to honor the contributions of Black Americans, according to the museum. The month has since inspired other groups and an appreciation of multicultural backgrounds.
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 Negro History Week. It was a weeklong celebration in an effort to teach people about African-American history and the contributions of Black people.
Black History Month in Trump's anti-DEI 2nd term: 'Watch us show out and show up'
February marks the beginning of Black History Month, and it comes as The White House is dismantling Diversity Equity, and Inclusion efforts within the federal government.
‘We have a legacy in this city’: Black History Month event honored current, retired Black judges
Approximately 100 community members attended the Judicial Meet-and-Greet event with several past and current judges at the Witte Museum on Saturday.
JMRL launches event calendar for Black History Month
To kick things off, the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library branches across central Virginia will be hosting a wide range of events to celebrate Black history.
Bears to Honor Black History Month 2025
The Bears are proud to celebrate Black History Month 2025 by honoring the transformative legacy of Black individuals within the organization, the sport of football and our community.
Black History Month 'double down' as Trump erases DEI
For me, this does not do anything except make me double down on my commitment to teach it to my children,” said entrepreneur and activist Sheletta Brundidge.
Black History Month 2025 celebrates role of Black labor in building nation
This year's Black History Month theme celebrates the role of Black labor in building the nation through industry or community ...
'Black, Black History' at the center of Old Town Portland's Horizon Enterprise Building this February
Some Black-serving organizations are celebrating what they're calling "Black, Black History Month" with a pop-up museum in ...
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 ...
Bronx Youth Empowerment Program kicks off Black History Month with special celebration
Students with the Bronx Youth Empowerment Program took the stage Saturday to kick off Black History Month. What's popular isn ...