African-American history

there are 4 different sections each section should have 130 words minimum

 1.Being of African descent around the world

 What is it like to be a person of African descent around the world today; not simply just in the United States? How do other nations deal with people of color and are there similar struggles and concerns world-wide? Consider these questions as you review the following websites. Please feel free to mention any websites on the topic that you have read as well.

https://www.un.org/en/observances/decade-people-african-descent

https://www.un.org/africarenewal/magazine/april-2015/african-americans-resettle-africa

https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/mexico/articles/the-untold-history-of-afro-mexicans-mexicos-forgotten-ethnic-group/

https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/17/china/africans-guangzhou-hnk-dst-intl/index.html

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-47101108

https://www.tate.org.uk/art/artists/sonia-boyce-obe-794/gathering-history-black-women

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9468143/BBC-diversity-chief-says-Idris-Elbas-TV-detective-Luther-isnt-black-real.html

https://www.discoveringbristol.org.uk/slavery/after-slavery/wider-world/african-diaspora/reparations/

2.Black Films and Culture

Examine Richard’s Corliss’s list of what he considers to be the twenty-five most important films on race. Why are these films important statements on race? (Since this list is now a few years outdated, are there any films that you would add or delete from this list and why?

https://nofilmschool.com/2016/07/20-films-you-need-to-watch-about-race-in-america

https://www.imdb.com/list/ls041984032/

I have also included a list from 2021 on the best Black tv shows of all time. What is your opinion on the list?

https://www.marieclaire.com/culture/g34480851/best-black-tv-shows/

3.Black political leaders in today’s society

 Review the articles and discuss some of the leaders you found the most interesting. Are you inspired to follow in their footsteps and take on the mantel of leadership in today’s world?

https://www.cbcinstitute.org/

https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/9-black-activists-who-are-fighting-injustice-and-f/

4.Race: What should we look for in the next year?

Consider the various issues you have seen, whether national, international, or local, involving African Americans since the beginning of this semester. How has “race” current politics; from the Supreme Court to education and issues in voting? Has issues of race and the police, race and medicine and race and the economy improved any in this year? Where should African-Americans focus their efforts in our society today? Review the following links and include your own in giving an answer and response.

https://blavity.com/supreme-court-black-girls-ketanji-brown-jackson-one-month-later?category1=opinion

https://variety.com/2020/biz/features/black-representation-hollywood-inclusion-diversity-entertainment-1234693219/

https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2020/06/03/10-things-we-know-about-race-and-policing-in-the-u-s/
https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2021/01/22/black-americans-have-made-gains-in-u-s-political-leadership-but-gaps-remain/
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