Black History Month is supposed to educate all people about the contributions made by African Americans. I have found myself in the middle of debates as to why Black History Month is relevant. Some argue that no one race should be singled out, especially during the shortest month of the year. Others view the month of February as an opportunity to inform the advances that African Americans have made throughout history. Coming up in a predominantly white community, I did not learn my history in school or in my community. It was the church that taught me my history; the church sponsored diversity schools I attended, Sunday School programs that I was involved in, that taught me where I came from.
Today race is still an issue. It is true we as a society have made advancements, but we still have a long way to go to experience true racial equality. It is important now more than ever to be educated on where we came from, and the strength and determination of the people who came before, to achieve a more unified society.
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