February - Black History Month - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Monthly Observations - Central Louisiana Technical Community College Library at Central Louisiana Technical College

About the Black History Month

About Black History Month

Established in 1926 by noted African American historian Carter G. Woodson, Black History Month evolved to become a month-long event in 1976. February was selected because Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln have birthdays during the month. The annual event provides an opportunity to learn about the history, traditions, and contributions of Black Americans.

The theme for 2022 is Black Health and Wellness, and explores the multiple legacies of knowledge, scholarship, and practice around health and wellness, throughout the world of Black America. Read more about this year’s theme at Asalh: Black History Themes.

About the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion eBook Collection

According to LOUIS Libraries, "This perpetual access custom collection of eBooks was created by the Electronic Resources Working Group in conjunction with EBSCO for LOUIS member institutions. This collection enhances the representation of diverse cultures and viewpoints in library collections including Black Americans, LGBTQIA+, religious minorities, Indigenous peoples, Asian Americans, women, and more."

Below is a selection of materials that we've curated to help you learn more about the Black experience in America.

To access the eBooks:

On the "Catalog" tab type your search term(s) in the search bar
Click "Search" or hit "Enter"
When prompted, enter your LoLA username and password
On the left hand side, scroll down, and select "eBooks"
To read an ebook, click on either PDF Full Text or EPUB Full Text

If you cannot remember your LoLA username and password, you can reset it by following the steps on the LoLA homepage.

Recommended eBooks

Local Events

Alexandria Museum of Art: The Folding Chair
In honor of Black History Month, join us for good food, entertainment and conversation at The Folding Chair: Diversity Dinner & Dialogue Experience hosted by Attorney Ingrid F. Johnson in partnership with the Alexandria Museum of Art.

Attendees will engage in discussions surrounding a variety of topics relating to issues surrounding diversity led by local community leaders.
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Special performance by Music Ministry - T. Michael Sands & Co.

Catering by Dat New Orleans Taste

Recommended Art

Protest Preserved: Signs from D.C.'s Black Lives Matter Memorial Fence
From the Library of Congress:

As Black History Month 2023 begins with the theme of Resistance, a reminder that Library preserves protest art. These are just a few of the many signs that were carried and left near the White House in 2020, collected later by both the Library and Howard University.

Recommended Playlists

A collection of curated playlists that celebrate the Black community.

Black History Month Mix
Black History Month music curated by Spotify.
Diversity. Equity. Inclusion.
A compilation of songs and moods that celebrate the uniqueness in our differences and encourages a more inclusive state of mind.

Recommended Podcasts & Webinars

The podcasts listed below cover a variety of topics from history to current events to pop culture to social justice. Due to the nature of the discussions, some of the episodes may contain strong language.

1619
In August of 1619, a ship carrying more than 20 enslaved Africans arrived in the English colony of Virginia. America was not yet America, but this was the moment it began. No aspect of the country that would be formed here has been untouched by the 250 years of slavery that followed. On the 400th anniversary of this fateful moment, it is time to tell the story.
“1619” is a New York Times audio series hosted by Nikole Hannah-Jones. You can find more information about it at nytimes.com/1619podcast.
Black History for White People
Our goal is simple—educate white people on Black history.
The highest calling of humanity is to love. Whether you know it or not, the racial disparities in our country hurt us. They train us to protect our advantages rather than love others, and that mentality reduces us.
New episodes will be released on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month.
Code Switch
RACE. IN YOUR FACE.
Ear Hustle
The daily realities of life inside prison shared by those living it, and stories from the outside, post-incarceration.
It's Been a Minute
Each week, It's Been a Minute features people in the culture who deserve your attention. Plus weekly wraps of the news with journalists in the know. Join us to make sense of the world through conversation.
Notes from America with Kai Wright
Notes from America with Kai Wright is a show about the unfinished business of our history, and its grip on our future.
PBS: Block Party
PBS is celebrating Black History Month by throwing a Block Party! Throughout the month of February, stream new and beloved programs celebrating Black excellence. Whether it’s history, music, documentaries, science or genealogy, PBS is your destination.
Strange Fruit
MUSINGS ON POLITICS, POP CULTURE, AND BLACK GAY LIFE
Learning for Justice: "Let's Talk! Discussing Black Lives Matter"
Learning for Justice proudly presents our four-part webinar series Let's Talk! This series covers a range of critical topics that can be difficult to discuss with students and colleagues. The first webinar in the series will explore Black Lives Matter, an activist group that media, schools and communities often struggle to understand. You'll learn about the roots of Black Lives Matter, its platform and its connections to past social justice movements. You'll also gain tools for engaging students about the Black Lives Matter movement in the classroom.