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South Florida's Garifuna community preserving their history and increasing cultural visibility
The Garifuna community is working to increase their visibility and preserve their history, as part of the fabric of Central America and Black History.
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South Florida's Garifuna community unites to keep culture alive
Present day, the Garifuna people are known as the Black Indigenous people of Central America, but researchers believe their history began in the 1600s with a shipwreck and an escape from enslavement.
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The positive impact of Black mentors
We continue our celebration of Black History Month with a look at the impact of an organization right here in our area.
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Empowering minds: Broward County's Black History Project
The African American Research Library in Fort Lauderdale is at the forefront of this movement, now offering free Black History classes to students and, more recently, extending the invitation to curious adults.
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Broward County offers free Black History classes
The African American Research Library in Fort Lauderdale is now offering free Black History classes to students and, more recently, extending the invitation to curious adults.
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Honoring the legacy of Gwendolyn Sawyer Cherry
Gwen Cherry was a true trailblazer, dedicating herself to championing the rights of women, minorities, and the underprivileged.
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Honoring the legacy of Gwendolyn Sawyer Cherry
Gwen Cherry was a true trailblazer, dedicating herself to championing the rights of women, minorities, and the underprivileged.
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From sailor to scholar, Dr. Marvin Dunn shares journey to becoming a social justice champion
NBC6 anchor Trina Robinson sits down with Dr. Marvin Dunn to talk about his impact on the teaching of Black history in Florida.
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How social justice scholar Dr. Marvin Dunn makes an impact on Florida's Black history
Dr. Marvin Dunn has been a force in making sure Florida’s Black history is taught and easily accessible. NBC6 anchor Trina Robinson talks to him about the impact he’s made over several decades.
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These women are teaching transracial adoptive parents how to do Black hair
Tamekia Swint is the founder of Styles 4 Kidz, a non-profit salon in Illinois that focuses on textured hair education for transracial adoptive parents and their children.
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National Black Movie Day is a celebration — and a call for action
Several cities across the country will participate by hosting events that include film screenings and highlighting the importance of supporting Black films.
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Cooking nonprofit combines Black History and healthy food
Black Girls Cook is a Miami and Baltimore-based nonprofit helping young girls embrace the farm-to-table concept while also learning about Black Diaspora history.
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Cooking nonprofit combines Black history and healthy food
Black Girls Cook is a Miami and Baltimore-based nonprofit helping young girls embrace the farm-to-table concept while also learning about Black Diaspora history. Founder Nichole and her 6-year-old daughter Madison share how the nonprofit has helped more than 3,500 girls and their families learn the importance of cooking and eating healthier meals. Also, Nichole’s student Logan and her mom Winifred...
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Here's how you can celebrate Black history this February
Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated February as Black History Month.
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‘Everyone's story has value': Trailblazer of Africana studies on the importance of Black history education
In recent months, Florida’s new standards on Black History curriculum have landed in the national spotlight as educators like Dr. Carole Boyce Davies continue to stress the importance of learning that part of the American experience.
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A leading voice of Africana studies on the importance of Black history education
Dr. Carole Boyce Davies shares the importance of Black history education and how that’s evolved in Florida. NBC6’s Chernéy Amhara reports
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Miramar kicks off Black History Meets Reggae Month
The City of Miramar kicked off “Black History Meets Reggae Month,” with an event presented by Vice Mayor Alexandra P. Davis. NBC6’s Cherney Amhara has more.
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What is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021. Here’s what you need to know about this important holiday.
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From White House, Biden Says ‘Black History Matters'
President Joe Biden says “history matters, and Black history matters,” a forceful declaration that comes after the state of Florida blocked a new advanced course on African American studies from being taught in its high schools.
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Benefits Denied: Older Black Veterans Battle for GI Education and Housing Compensation, Disability Payments
Many African-American veterans, did not receive benefits under the GI Bill that sent millions of white veterans to college or helped them to buy homes or businesses.