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Black History Quote Quest: Play And Learn
Reading time: 1 minutesBlack History Quote Quest is an interactive game that invites players to complete powerful quotes from Black Difference Makers.
Labor Trafficking Luring Africans Into Russian War
Reading time: 3 minutesRecent investigations reveal men from African countries are lured to Russia with promises of civilian work, only to discover they…
Dignity And Pride On Display (DAP): The Origins of the Dap Handshake
Reading time: 2 minutesThe dap handshake is more than a greeting. Originating among Black soldiers during the Vietnam War, it became a powerful…
Mama Bethune: The First Lady Of Philanthropy
Reading time: 5 minutesExplore ten lesser-known facts about her legacy of service, leadership, and philanthropy. Black History: Special Delivery! Mary McLeod Bethune (1875–1955)…
The Courageous Eight Of Selma
Reading time: 4 minutesBefore the Selma March, eight local leaders were already organizing in Dallas County, AL. Learn about the Courageous Eight and…
Keeping It 100: From One Week To Worldwide
Reading time: 4 minutes2026 marks 100 years since the official commemoration of Black history in the United States. This post explores ten things…
Play And Learn: Black History Puzzle
Reading time: 1 minutesCheck out a cool Black History puzzle game we are piloting. Kids and and adults will enjoy it.
September Black Mail Fast Facts
Reading time: 1 minutesCheck out 5 Black Mail September Fast Facts!
“I AM A MAN”: More Than a Sign, A Symbol of Dignity and Humanity
Reading time: 3 minutesEmerging from the 1968 Memphis Sanitation Workers Strike, the "I AM A MAN" poster became a powerful symbol of dignity…
Nap Time!!
Reading time: 2 minutesIt's Nap Time Y'all! Before we rest, let's reflect. Check out this compelling quote from Tricia Hersey. Click the link…
Bring It On Black History Trivia Challenge
Reading time: 1 minutesTest your knowledge with Black Mail's "Bring It On" Black History Trivia Challenge! Click on the link the post to…