“Year of Africa”

In 1960, 17 African nations gained independence from colonial rule, marking a significant turning point in global Black history. This year is often called the “Year of Africa” because countries like Nigeria, Senegal, Madagascar, and the Democratic Republic of Congo broke free from European control, mainly from France, Belgium, and Britain.

Anita Hill

Anita Hill born in 1956, in 1989 became the first tenured Black law professor at Oklahoma University.

How does the passage of time influence my perspective on life?

It has been said that time heals all wounds and although that may resonate as true for some folks, time is eternal. The passage of time has influenced my perspective on life. Events that seemed devastating in the moment with the passage of time I saw the lesson and have the ability to express gratitude […]

Beyoncé

Beyoncé born 1981 was the first Black woman to win a Grammy for a country album in 2025.

Edmond Dédé

Edmond Dédé (1827-1901) is the first Black person to compose a full opera.

Something on my “to-do list” that never gets done

Something on my “to-do list” that never gets done is that I literally write down “don’t worry” and I still do.

Haiti

In 1804, Haiti became the first independent Black republic and the first country in the world to permanently abolish slavery.

Evelyn J. Fields

Evelyn J. Fields born in 1949, was the first woman, and first Black person to head the NOAA Corps. (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Corps.)

My favorite thing to cook

Lately my favorite thing to cook has been chicken coated with bread crumbs, Dijon mustard and yogurt in the air fryer.

Alena Analeigh Wicker

Alena Analeigh Wicker born in 2008 is the youngest Black person to be accepted into medical school in the United States (in 2024) , and the second-youngest person to be accepted into medical school overall. She is also the youngest person ever to work as an intern at NASA.

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