While we take pride in celebrating Black women every month, in observance of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, we decided to make it easy for you to do the same.
Here are five ways people can recognize and celebrate Black women:
1: Support Businesses Led By Black Women
Buying goods or services from businesses led by Black women can expand economic opportunity. Consumers can research local companies, recommend them to friends, or feature them on social media. Economic support can help small firms gain customers and maintain long-term stability.
2: Read And Share Work By Black Women Authors
Literature by Black women has shaped public discussion on race, gender, and culture. Works by some of my favorite writers, such as our editor Dakari Eli, contributor Michelle Annaleise Coles, Kiah McBride, Mo Houston, and Aliya King Neil, are widely available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Audible, Spotify, and more. Of course, there are already the classics by Toni Morrison, Assata Shakur, Nikki Giovanni, bell hooks, Angela Davis, and many others.
3: Amplify Black Women’s Work And Achievements
Amplifying the remarkable achievements and inspiring success stories of Black women is crucial, as it not only elevates their voices but also broadens awareness of their invaluable contributions to society as a whole.
4: Learn About Black Women In History
Education remains a common way to mark contributions. Historians point to figures such as Harriet Tubman, who led enslaved people to freedom, and Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to the U.S. Congress. Learning these stories can deepen understanding of the roles of Black women throughout history and can inspire generations to come.
5: Recognize Black Women In Your Community
There are many ways you can recognize Black women within your immediate area. You can volunteer with Black women-led organizations, support Black women-focused community events, or suggest Black women for honors and recognition. Small acts of appreciation can strengthen community ties.
Honoring Black women every month is not just a duty; it is a powerful call to action. We must celebrate, educate, and actively support businesses and organizations that uplift them. These are essential steps to truly recognize and honor their profound contributions, which continually enrich and transform not just the lives of our people but the entire world.
Be’n Original
