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Wangari Maathai was the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize for her work in environmental conservation & women’s rights. #WomensHistoryMonth
March 9, 2025 at 1:12 AM
Wangari Maathai was the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize for her work in environmental conservation & women’s rights. #WomensHistoryMonth
Harriet Tubman escaped slavery & led over 70 others to freedom via the Underground Railroad. She later became a Union spy during the Civil War. #WomensHistoryMonth
March 8, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Harriet Tubman escaped slavery & led over 70 others to freedom via the Underground Railroad. She later became a Union spy during the Civil War. #WomensHistoryMonth
Katherine Johnson was a NASA mathematician whose calculations helped launch the first U.S. astronaut into orbit. Her work was crucial to space travel! #WomensHistoryMonth
March 7, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Katherine Johnson was a NASA mathematician whose calculations helped launch the first U.S. astronaut into orbit. Her work was crucial to space travel! #WomensHistoryMonth
Madam C.J. Walker built a haircare empire & became the first female self-made millionaire in America. A true entrepreneur & philanthropist! #WomensHistoryMonth
March 5, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Madam C.J. Walker built a haircare empire & became the first female self-made millionaire in America. A true entrepreneur & philanthropist! #WomensHistoryMonth
Wilma Mankiller was the first female Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. She strengthened tribal sovereignty & was a fierce advocate for Indigenous rights. #WomensHistoryMonth
March 4, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Wilma Mankiller was the first female Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. She strengthened tribal sovereignty & was a fierce advocate for Indigenous rights. #WomensHistoryMonth
Ada Lovelace was a 19th-century mathematician who wrote the first computer algorithm. She envisioned the future of computing before computers even existed! #WomensHistoryMonth
March 3, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Ada Lovelace was a 19th-century mathematician who wrote the first computer algorithm. She envisioned the future of computing before computers even existed! #WomensHistoryMonth
Shirley Chisholm was the first Black woman elected to Congress & the first to run for U.S. president in a major party (1972). Her slogan? “Unbought and Unbossed.” #WomensHistoryMonth
March 2, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Shirley Chisholm was the first Black woman elected to Congress & the first to run for U.S. president in a major party (1972). Her slogan? “Unbought and Unbossed.” #WomensHistoryMonth
Malala Yousafzai survived a Taliban attack at 15 and became the youngest Nobel Prize laureate for her advocacy of girls’ education. Her courage inspires millions. “One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world.” #WomensHistoryMonth
March 1, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Malala Yousafzai survived a Taliban attack at 15 and became the youngest Nobel Prize laureate for her advocacy of girls’ education. Her courage inspires millions. “One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world.” #WomensHistoryMonth
Before making history as the first Black Supreme Court Justice, Thurgood Marshall was a brilliant attorney who successfully argued Brown v. Board of Education in 1954, dismantling legal school segregation. His legal victories paved the way for the Civil Rights Movement. #BlackHistoryMonth
March 1, 2025 at 4:24 AM
Before making history as the first Black Supreme Court Justice, Thurgood Marshall was a brilliant attorney who successfully argued Brown v. Board of Education in 1954, dismantling legal school segregation. His legal victories paved the way for the Civil Rights Movement. #BlackHistoryMonth
Redefining Influence & Impact
Oprah Winfrey transformed a talk show into a media empire. Her ability to connect, uplift, and build businesses rooted in purpose makes her a model for leadership and branding.
#Leadership #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
Oprah Winfrey transformed a talk show into a media empire. Her ability to connect, uplift, and build businesses rooted in purpose makes her a model for leadership and branding.
#Leadership #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
February 27, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Redefining Influence & Impact
Oprah Winfrey transformed a talk show into a media empire. Her ability to connect, uplift, and build businesses rooted in purpose makes her a model for leadership and branding.
#Leadership #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
Oprah Winfrey transformed a talk show into a media empire. Her ability to connect, uplift, and build businesses rooted in purpose makes her a model for leadership and branding.
#Leadership #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
Dr. Charles Drew revolutionized the medical field by developing blood storage & transfusion techniques that saved countless lives during WWII. He also fought against racial discrimination in medicine, resigning in protest when the U.S. military segregated blood donations. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM25
February 26, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Dr. Charles Drew revolutionized the medical field by developing blood storage & transfusion techniques that saved countless lives during WWII. He also fought against racial discrimination in medicine, resigning in protest when the U.S. military segregated blood donations. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM25
As a leading artist of the Harlem Renaissance, Augusta Savage created sculptures that celebrated Black heritage. She also fought for opportunities for Black artists, mentoring a new generation. Her most famous work, The Harp, was displayed at the 1939 World’s Fair. #ArtHistory #BlackHistoryMonth
February 25, 2025 at 2:43 PM
As a leading artist of the Harlem Renaissance, Augusta Savage created sculptures that celebrated Black heritage. She also fought for opportunities for Black artists, mentoring a new generation. Her most famous work, The Harp, was displayed at the 1939 World’s Fair. #ArtHistory #BlackHistoryMonth
Stacey Abrams has redefined political engagement, spearheading voter rights efforts that shaped U.S. elections. Her leadership exemplifies the power of civic participation and grassroots mobilization.
Her work is a call to action. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
Her work is a call to action. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
February 24, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Stacey Abrams has redefined political engagement, spearheading voter rights efforts that shaped U.S. elections. Her leadership exemplifies the power of civic participation and grassroots mobilization.
Her work is a call to action. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
Her work is a call to action. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
When Jackie Robinson stepped onto the field as the first Black player in Major League Baseball in 1947, he changed history. Facing relentless racism, he showed resilience, grace, and unmatched athleticism. His story reminds us that progress requires courage.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
February 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM
When Jackie Robinson stepped onto the field as the first Black player in Major League Baseball in 1947, he changed history. Facing relentless racism, he showed resilience, grace, and unmatched athleticism. His story reminds us that progress requires courage.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
Madam C.J. Walker born as Sarah Breedlove built a beauty empire, creating haircare products for Black women and empowering thousands as entrepreneurs. She used her wealth to support Black businesses and civil rights causes. #BossMoves #MadamCJWalker #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
February 22, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Madam C.J. Walker born as Sarah Breedlove built a beauty empire, creating haircare products for Black women and empowering thousands as entrepreneurs. She used her wealth to support Black businesses and civil rights causes. #BossMoves #MadamCJWalker #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
Malcolm X was a fearless leader who fought for Black liberation with unwavering conviction. He advocated for Black pride, economic empowerment, and self-defense in the face of injustice. His words still resonate today: “A man who stands for nothing will fall for anything.”
#BlackHistoryMonth
#BlackHistoryMonth
February 21, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Malcolm X was a fearless leader who fought for Black liberation with unwavering conviction. He advocated for Black pride, economic empowerment, and self-defense in the face of injustice. His words still resonate today: “A man who stands for nothing will fall for anything.”
#BlackHistoryMonth
#BlackHistoryMonth
Born prematurely and diagnosed with polio, Wilma Rudolph was told she would never walk again. She defied all odds, becoming the first American woman to win three gold medals in a single Olympic Games.
Her perseverance is a powerful lesson in resilience and determination. #BlackHistoryMonth
Her perseverance is a powerful lesson in resilience and determination. #BlackHistoryMonth
February 20, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Born prematurely and diagnosed with polio, Wilma Rudolph was told she would never walk again. She defied all odds, becoming the first American woman to win three gold medals in a single Olympic Games.
Her perseverance is a powerful lesson in resilience and determination. #BlackHistoryMonth
Her perseverance is a powerful lesson in resilience and determination. #BlackHistoryMonth
Escaping slavery to become one of America’s greatest orators and abolitionists, Frederick Douglass understood the power of education. He famously said, “Knowledge makes a man unfit to be a slave.”
Douglass’ story is a testament to continuous learning.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
Douglass’ story is a testament to continuous learning.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
February 19, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Escaping slavery to become one of America’s greatest orators and abolitionists, Frederick Douglass understood the power of education. He famously said, “Knowledge makes a man unfit to be a slave.”
Douglass’ story is a testament to continuous learning.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
Douglass’ story is a testament to continuous learning.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
As the first Black U.S. President, Barack Obama transformed global politics through diplomacy, healthcare reform, and a message of unity. His leadership style—grounded in hope and resilience—continues to inspire new generations.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
February 19, 2025 at 1:43 AM
As the first Black U.S. President, Barack Obama transformed global politics through diplomacy, healthcare reform, and a message of unity. His leadership style—grounded in hope and resilience—continues to inspire new generations.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
Ida B. Wells was a pioneering journalist who exposed the horrors of lynching when few dared to speak out. Despite threats, she used investigative reporting to demand justice and accountability.
Her legacy highlights the importance of truth, integrity, and courage in any profession.
#BlackHistory
Her legacy highlights the importance of truth, integrity, and courage in any profession.
#BlackHistory
February 17, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Ida B. Wells was a pioneering journalist who exposed the horrors of lynching when few dared to speak out. Despite threats, she used investigative reporting to demand justice and accountability.
Her legacy highlights the importance of truth, integrity, and courage in any profession.
#BlackHistory
Her legacy highlights the importance of truth, integrity, and courage in any profession.
#BlackHistory
Born into poverty in Mississippi, Fannie Lou Hamer became a fearless voting rights activist despite facing brutal violence. She co-founded the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party and Her words—“I’m sick and tired of being sick and tired”—still resonate today. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
February 16, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Born into poverty in Mississippi, Fannie Lou Hamer became a fearless voting rights activist despite facing brutal violence. She co-founded the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party and Her words—“I’m sick and tired of being sick and tired”—still resonate today. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
Ava DuVernay is not just a filmmaker—she’s a storyteller shaping culture. From Selma to When They See Us, her work ensures Black stories are told with depth, nuance, and truth.
Representation in media, business, and leadership is critical.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
#RepresentationMatters
Representation in media, business, and leadership is critical.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
#RepresentationMatters
February 15, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Ava DuVernay is not just a filmmaker—she’s a storyteller shaping culture. From Selma to When They See Us, her work ensures Black stories are told with depth, nuance, and truth.
Representation in media, business, and leadership is critical.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
#RepresentationMatters
Representation in media, business, and leadership is critical.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
#RepresentationMatters
Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler broke barriers by earning her medical degree in 1864. She dedicated her career to treating freed slaves and writing about medical care in underserved communities. Her legacy continues to inspire black women in medicine today. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025 #DrRebeccaLeeCrumpler
February 14, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler broke barriers by earning her medical degree in 1864. She dedicated her career to treating freed slaves and writing about medical care in underserved communities. Her legacy continues to inspire black women in medicine today. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025 #DrRebeccaLeeCrumpler
Katherine Johnson's mathematical genius helped launch the first American astronauts into space. Her calculations were crucial to the success of the Apollo missions, and her story was immortalized in the film Hidden Figures. #WomenInSTEM #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025 #KatherineJohnson
February 14, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Katherine Johnson's mathematical genius helped launch the first American astronauts into space. Her calculations were crucial to the success of the Apollo missions, and her story was immortalized in the film Hidden Figures. #WomenInSTEM #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025 #KatherineJohnson
A former NASA engineer, Lonnie Johnson holds over 100 patents. His most famous invention, the Super Soaker, became one of the best-selling toys ever. He continues to develop new technologies. #BlackInventors #STEM #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025
February 11, 2025 at 8:15 PM
A former NASA engineer, Lonnie Johnson holds over 100 patents. His most famous invention, the Super Soaker, became one of the best-selling toys ever. He continues to develop new technologies. #BlackInventors #STEM #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025