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The Mbuti people, Ota Benga lived near the Kasai River in the Congo. His people were killed by the Force Publique, established by King Leopold II of Belgium. Benga lost his wife and two children, surviving only because he was on a hunting expedition when the Force Publique 
attacked his village. He was later captured by slavers.
Benga was “purchased” by one Samuel Phillips Verner, and transported to the Bronx Zoo. He was caged in the Monkey House labeled. Eventually Benga was released to African Americans in Brooklyn, and later moved to an outpost
Benga was “purchased” by one Samuel Phillips Verner, and transported to the Bronx Zoo. He was caged in the Monkey House labeled. Eventually Benga was released to African Americans in Brooklyn, and later moved to an outpost
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of their community in Lynchburg, Virginia. In the late afternoon of 19 March 1916, Benga gathered wood to build a fire in the field. He danced around the fire. That night, he retrieved a gun from an old shed and fired a single bullet through his own heart.
of their community in Lynchburg, Virginia. In the late afternoon of 19 March 1916, Benga gathered wood to build a fire in the field. He danced around the fire. That night, he retrieved a gun from an old shed and fired a single bullet through his own heart.
“The early advocates of the education of Negroes were of three classes: first, masters who desired to increase the economic efficiency of their labor supply; second, sympathetic persons who wished to help the oppressed; and third, zealous missionaries who, 1/
believing that the message of divine love came equally to all, taught slaves the English language that they might learn the principles of the Christian religion. Through the kindness of the first class, slaves had their best chance for mental improvement. 2/
Each slaveholder dealt with the situation to suit himself, regardless of public opinion. Later, when measures were passed to prohibit the education of slaves, some masters, always a law unto themselves, continued to teach their Negroes in defiance of the hostile legislation. “
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The final day of the anniversary of Black History. February is just the anniversary. Black History (World History) is 365 days/year. Many are historically illiterate - willingly or unwillingly. I’m grateful for my informal education in our history - at home as a child,
on my own study as a young adult and my formal historical education @ my #hbcu #scsu Department of Political Science & History. I do this. #blackhistory365 #blackhistory #africandiaspora #truth #amlicarcabral #guineabissau #heritage #balanta #akele #gabon🇬🇦
All of our episodes unpack structural racism & systematic oppression of marginalized people in Canada. We hope you will listen to all of them. In this time, we know many people would like to begin with the episodes that focus on Black history. So here is a list. #BlackHistory365
Crash Course: Black Nurses
A look at the history of the Black Cross Nurses, why they came to Canada and how Black nurses went from being shut out to leading in a matter of decades.
open.spotify.com/episode/4u4ygK…
A look at the history of the Black Cross Nurses, why they came to Canada and how Black nurses went from being shut out to leading in a matter of decades.
open.spotify.com/episode/4u4ygK…
Crash Course: Uncle Tom
“Uncle Tom” is derogatory term & is connected to anti-slavery novel “Uncle Tom’s Cabin”. But the name’s also linked to Josiah Henson, who escaped slavery and fled to Canada. We try to figure it all out with @DrCherylT
open.spotify.com/episode/61rVW2…
“Uncle Tom” is derogatory term & is connected to anti-slavery novel “Uncle Tom’s Cabin”. But the name’s also linked to Josiah Henson, who escaped slavery and fled to Canada. We try to figure it all out with @DrCherylT
open.spotify.com/episode/61rVW2…
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The books below may be available online at Black owned and Canadian bookstore @ADFRNTBooklist At this time, they are offering free shipping during COVID-19. 2/14
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'The Hanging of Angelique' by @afuacooper
'They Call Me George..' by @cecilfosterca
'Policing Black Lives' by @policingblack
'Until We Are Free' by @rodneydiverlus
'The Skin We're In' by @DesmondCole 3/14
'The Hanging of Angelique' by @afuacooper
'They Call Me George..' by @cecilfosterca
'Policing Black Lives' by @policingblack
'Until We Are Free' by @rodneydiverlus
'The Skin We're In' by @DesmondCole 3/14
Part 2 of @AsianAllies Student Series included honouring the story of 14 yo #EmmettTill & looking at systemic issues that affect Blk folks. Asian students at @MiddlefieldCI were invited to challenge the ways in which they were privileged & consider being an ally for Blk students.
Some @YRDSB students’ comments & questions: We only learn about Western/white histories in History class!? Asians & Blk characters are quickly killed off on TV shows & movies. What kind of Asian are we talking about? The systems have situated Blk folks to face such circumstances!
It was exciting for me & @JoanneTangYRDSB to know that a number of @MiddlefieldCI students were now feeling: shocked, informed & more aware of #AntiBlackRacism. We hope they continue the #asianalliesconvo & take up the responsibility of being better allies.✊🏼💪🏼 #BlackHistoryMonth
For #BlackHistoryMonth, Asian students at @MiddlefieldCI got together for an @AsianAllies convo to interrogate Asian identities & learn how the #ModelMinorityMyth perpetuates #AntiBlackRacism. We’re meeting again this Friday to find out how to be better allies for Black folks.✊🏼
Using safe ways to engage students in such convos was key. @JoanneTangYRDSB & I encouraged them to explore their social positions & think about #AntiBlackRacism at a systemic level. #asiansalliesconvo #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistory365 #BlackLivesMatter @YRDSB @yrdsbinclusion
We look forward to seeing how the @MiddlefieldCI students are going to continue these convos beyond this 2-part series! ✊🏼💪🏼 #asiansalliesconvo #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistory365 #BlackHistoryMonth2020 #BlackHistory #BlackLivesMatter @YRDSB @yrdsbinclusion
History has taught me to be a better friend & educator. I don’t believe in letting go of the past, as the past has shaped who we are & how we live. While we may believe we have all the choices in the world, we are restricted by systems & attitudes that we dont think about enough.
I have too much to say about the continual & clear existence of anti-Black racism so I’ll just point out that it was phenom learning w/ @eji_org & I’m excited to use this incredible calendar I picked up at @splcenter. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistory365 #BlackHistoryMonth2020
Watching @JustMercyFilm, followed by a sharing of @DesmondCole’s book, “The Skin We’re In”, was such a treat w/ @MmeAsante & Coly who went to #Alabama w/ me to deepen our understanding of our roles as anti-oppressive educators. #theskinwerein #blackliberation #BlackLivesMatter
