Black History Month 'double down'

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.
Pentagon agency pauses celebrations for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Black History Month and more
The Defense Department intelligence agency has paused observances of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Pride Month, Holocaust Days of Remembrance and other cultural or historical annual events in response to President Donald Trump’s ban on diversity,
Pentagon intelligence agency pauses events, activities related to MLK Day, Black History Month
In response to Donald Trump's order banning DEI initiatives, the DIA has paused special event programs and related events, including for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
What is National Freedom Day? Everything you need to know about the first day of Black History Month
National Freedom Day, celebrated every year on February 1st, marks a pivotal moment in American history: the signing of the resolution that led to the 13th Amendment, which abolish
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.
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.
Trump Acknowledges Black History Month—After Weeks Of Attacking Diversity
President Donald Trump has issued multiple executive orders attacking diversity, equity and inclusion and baselessly suggested diversity hiring could have caused the Washington, D.C. plane and helicopter collision.
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.
Trump issues Black History Month proclamation while administration goes after DEI
President Trump's administration issued a proclamation recognizing Black History Month and announced the end of cultural observances at the Defense Department.
Feb. 2025 holiday schedule: Black History Month, Groundhog Day, Valentine's Day, more
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Journalists to observe 'Black Day' tomorrow against Peca tweaks
The journalist bodies announced observing a “Black Day” against the recent controversial amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (Peca) 2016 on Friday. The development cam a day ...
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Hundreds to attend ‘Black Entrepreneurs Day’ fear limited access to representatives as DFL boycott continues
Among many groups who plan a yearly advocacy day at the Capitol to speak face-to-face with their representatives are hundreds ...