February, Black History Month and celebration, begins today. This month-long observance in the US and Canada is a chance to honor Black achievement and provide a reminder of where and how systemic racism persists, and to give visibility to the people and organizations challenging that racism.
Black History Month also provides a dedicated time to recognize and celebrate the achievements of Black Americans throughout history, highlighting their contributions to society which are often overlooked, and promoting education about the experiences and struggles of Black Americans in the effort to foster a better understanding of American history and to promote racial equality.
The 2025 Black History Month theme, African Americans and Labor, focuses on the various and profound ways that work and working intersect with the collective experiences of Black people.