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As we observe Black History Month, let's illuminate the remarkable contributions of Black inventors whose ingenuity have been a driving force in shaping our modern world. 🌍✨ The air conditioner keeping us cool? Thank Frederick M. Jones. The auto cut-off switch safeguarding our devices? That's the work of Granville T. Woods. You enjoy taking the elevator? Thank Alexander Miles. Did you just put out a fire with your fire extinguisher? That's because of Thomas Marshall. These inventors, along with many others like William H. Richardson, who redefined the baby buggy, and Charles Drew, whose blood plasma bag has saved countless lives, have all left an indelible mark on our daily lives. 🛠️🔬 These innovators have given us not just convenience, but also safety and efficiency—think of Garrett Morgan's traffic light or George T. Sampson's clothes dryer. Their creations are ubiquitous, yet the stories behind them are not as well-known as they should be. 🚦👕 In celebrating these inventors, we not only honor their achievements but also recognize the adversity they overcame. They navigated a society that often didn't acknowledge their contributions or afford them the credit they deserved. Their persistence and brilliance in the face of such obstacles are a testament to the resilience and spirit that we commemorate during this month. 💪🏾🎉 Let's use this time to educate and re-educate ourselves about the vital role Black individuals have played in advancing our society. By doing so, we actively combat the legacy of racism that seeks to diminish these contributions and erase the Black people behind them. Let's ensure that these names, and the legacy they carry, are remembered and celebrated—not just this month, but year-round. 📚🙌🏾 #BlackHistoryMonth #Innovation #Legacy #Education #Resilience

As we step into Black History Month, let's celebrate the immeasurable impact of Black excellence across every sphere of society. From the inventive genius of Garrett Morgan, who gifted us the traffic light, to the poetic prowess of Maya Angelou, whose words traverse the landscape of the human soul, the contributions of Black individuals have been both profound and transformative. Innovation in science and technology, spirited narratives in arts and literature, groundbreaking achievements in sports, and pioneering leadership in business—each domain is rich with stories of resilience, creativity, and perseverance. Figures like George Washington Carver, Serena Williams, and Madam C.J. Walker are not just icons of Black history; they are pillars of our collective human journey. This month let's not only reflect on the past achievements but also ignite conversations about inclusivity, equality, and the ongoing contributions of Black professionals in our industries. Their legacy is a beacon that lights our way forward, reminding us that our strength lies in diversity, our progress in unity. #BlackHistoryMonth #DiversityInIndustry #Innovation #Resilience #Excellence

Reflecting on the rich tapestry of Black history, I invite you to join me in celebrating the resilience, creativity, and unbeatable spirit of the Black community. This month, let us not only honor the struggles and triumphs but also recognize the ongoing journey toward justice and equality. In the pages of history, Black voices have woven narratives of strength and endurance. Let us amplify these stories, acknowledging the contributions that have shaped our world today. Black History Month is a reminder of the power within our collective history, urging us to continue striving for a future where justice, understanding, and unity prevail. May this month serve as a motivation for conversations, actions, and a renewed commitment to dismantling barriers. Let us stand together and commit to forging a path towards a more equitable and inclusive society. #blackhistorymonth

It's not just about building structures, it's about building legacies. Together, we're rewriting history. #CommunityFirst #BlackOwned #Atlanta #RealImpact

Today is the final day commemorating Black History Month 2024 and as it draws to a close, I’m reflecting on the ways in which Black history is American history, and American history is Black history.   Our monuments and progress have been fueled by Black people and their ingenuity. Black artists have shaped our culture, and influenced those around the globe. Black activists have driven change across our society.   And yet our country must do more to support Black people, honor Black humanity, and invest in Black futures.   In the legal community, we celebrate and support Black lawyers who continue to make our profession better and more inclusive through their advocacy to empower the next generation of Black leaders to realize a brighter future. But our work cannot stop here.   We must start by building pipelines and demolishing the roadblocks of bias and systemic inequity, which have impeded our progress. We must build stronger network of partners guided by the data that tells us what’s effective and what’s not. At MCCA (Minority Corporate Counsel Association), we are invested in this work to ensure our partners know better, do better, lead better, and transform our sector and society.   Transformation is no easy task. But we are inspired by the power and persistence of Black leaders and luminaries throughout history who acknowledged openly the challenges and injustices they faced, then tackled them with determined optimism.   In his famous poem, "Let America Be America Again," Langston Hughes paints a vivid, devastating picture of the ways in which, in failing to live up to its lofty ideals, “America never was America” for Black Americans and for so many others as well. His work is not a lament but a manifesto and a reminder of what determination can achieve, and we join him in his powerful pledge:   "America never was America to me, And yet I swear this oath— America will be!" If you want to be part of the solution, join MCCA. We need all of you to make our vision a reality. #BlackHistory #BlackFutures #AmericaWillBe See link to full poem by Langston Hughes: https://lnkd.in/ec9TrPUv

This month, we recognize and celebrate Black History Month! As we close out February, we thought we’d share some of the great content our team has discovered and explored this month: content celebrating Black history and shining a light on Black creators and innovators. 🎉 This stellar blog from Manifest, 7 Black Pioneers Making Marketing History: https://ow.ly/ky9V50QIosJ 📚 This great compilation from the American Writers Museum, 28 Days of Black writers: https://ow.ly/f3uw50QIosE 🚀 This highlight of Black tech innovators on the 2024 Forbes 30 under 30 list, including aerospace engineers, AI innovators and Nialah Wilson-Small, an industry assistant professor who’s innovating the use of touch for human-robot interactions that would advance robots’ use in life-saving scenarios like search and rescue and emergency evacuations 🤯: https://ow.ly/nXWC50QIosI 🔧 This exploration of Black leaders’ historical impact on the supply chain industry (an industry close to our hearts!): https://ow.ly/wsFK50QIosz 🔎 This 29-day tribute to Black innovators and scientists, including some of those who influenced the supply chain – and many more, including Kimberly Bryant, an electrical engineer who founded Black Girls Code; Katherine Johnson, a mathematician who played a critical role in U.S. crewed spaceflights; and Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson, who we have to thank for the blessed caller ID 🙏: https://ow.ly/Enmc50QIosC 🖊️ This HuffPost article covering the why behind capitalizing the word ‘Black’: https://ow.ly/8Z9q50QIosG ❓ Any great resources to add? Share with us in the comments!

Black History Month is a time to spotlight and celebrate the honorable contributions, achievements, and culture of Black Americans and their communities. However, these efforts should be applied year-round. Fortunately, at DeVry, we can lean into our business resource groups, including the Association of Black Colleagues (ABC), to enable continuous learning by going deeper into discussions and making meaningful connections. From my perspective, as a collective – organizations, businesses, and society as a whole – can acknowledge and support the significance of Black History beyond the month of February. #BlackHistoryMonth Learn more here: https://devry.ly/3T3PCcn

YAY! Let’s keep this train going. Here’s to all the amazing thought leaders, activists, journalists, researchers, teachers, lawyers, lawmakers, ethicists, engineers, content moderators, policymakers, students, digital activists, grassroots activists and everyone else working to make the internet safer, kinder, and more inclusive. You are all rockstars. I’ll make my lists every Friday and next week it’s the place that is the center of my heart: Africa! Check out my global list on my profile. Please keep sharing people in our field who others may not know but ought. Together, we can all do this. It may seem impossible sometimes but to me impossible is nothing more that a challenge I need conquer. I believe we can get it right. #trustandsafety #digitalethics #digitalrights #ai4good #disinformation #inclusivity

At Otsuka, we remain steadfast in our efforts to creating an inclusive, equitable today and tomorrow for our people, patients, and communities. Aside from the enrichment we receive from gaining new knowledge, educating ourselves about black history hands us an essential tool for building a more inclusive culture. We know that our current and future success is grounded in science and innovations that are fueled by diversity of lived experiences and thoughts. It is crucial for us to show our support and be allies not only during this month but throughout the year in an effort to foster inclusion, support Black talent, create an equitable environment where we can learn and unlearn together. Learn more about our commitment here: https://bit.ly/3LxiGW9

At Otsuka, we remain steadfast in our efforts to creating an inclusive, equitable today and tomorrow for our people, patients, and communities. Aside from the enrichment we receive from gaining new knowledge, educating ourselves about black history hands us an essential tool for building a more inclusive culture. We know that our current and future success is grounded in science and innovations that are fueled by diversity of lived experiences and thoughts. It is crucial for us to show our support and be allies not only during this month but throughout the year in an effort to foster inclusion, support Black talent, create an equitable environment where we can learn and unlearn together. Learn more about our commitment here: https://bit.ly/3LxiGW9