He mentored Dr. King on nonviolence, organized the 1963 March on Washington, and fought for civil rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and more. A true unsung hero.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BayardRustin #CivilRights
He mentored Dr. King on nonviolence, organized the 1963 March on Washington, and fought for civil rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and more. A true unsung hero.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BayardRustin #CivilRights
Born into slavery, he escaped at 20 and became a leading abolitionist, writer, and statesman. His words shook the world, proving that education and courage can break any chain. "I would unite with anybody to do right and with nobody to do wrong." #BlackHistoryMonth
Born into slavery, he escaped at 20 and became a leading abolitionist, writer, and statesman. His words shook the world, proving that education and courage can break any chain. "I would unite with anybody to do right and with nobody to do wrong." #BlackHistoryMonth
Before Serena and Venus, Althea Gibson was the 1st Black athlete to win a Grand Slam in 1956! She dominated Wimbledon & the U.S. Open—twice—and later became the first Black woman in pro golf.
A true trailblazer who proved that being first opens doors for many! 💙 #BlackHistoryMonth
Before Serena and Venus, Althea Gibson was the 1st Black athlete to win a Grand Slam in 1956! She dominated Wimbledon & the U.S. Open—twice—and later became the first Black woman in pro golf.
A true trailblazer who proved that being first opens doors for many! 💙 #BlackHistoryMonth
Next time your GPS saves the day, give a nod to this incredible Black woman in STEM.
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Next time your GPS saves the day, give a nod to this incredible Black woman in STEM.
#BlackHistoryMonth
Dr. Patricia Bath revolutionized eye care as the first Black woman to receive a medical patent. Her invention, the Laserphaco Probe, transformed cataract surgery and restored vision to millions. She also fought for equitable healthcare access.
Dr. Patricia Bath revolutionized eye care as the first Black woman to receive a medical patent. Her invention, the Laserphaco Probe, transformed cataract surgery and restored vision to millions. She also fought for equitable healthcare access.