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About ASALH:
Mission, Vision, Structure, Activities

Established on September 9, 1915 by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, we are the
Founders of Black History Month and carry forth the work of our founder,
the Father of Black History.  We continue his legacy of speaking a
fundamental truth to the world--that Africans and peoples of African
descent are makers of history and co-workers in what W. E. B. Du Bois
called, "The Kingdom of Culture."  ASALH's mission is to create and
disseminate knowledge about Black History, to be, in short, the nexus
between the Ivory Tower and the global public.  We labor in the service of
Black folks and all humanity.

Incorporated in Washington, D.C., ASALH is a not-for-profit 501(C)(3) organization.
The mission of the Association for the Study of African
American Life and History (ASALH) is to promote,
research, preserve, interpret and disseminate
information about Black life, history and culture to the
global community.
Mission
The Association for the Study of African American Life
and History, Inc., is to be the premier Black Heritage
learned society with a strong network of national and
international branches whose diverse and inclusive
membership will continue the Woodson legacy.
Vision
The Association for the Study of African American
Life and History (ASALH) is headquartered in
Washington, D.C., temporarily on the campus of
Howard University.  The Association operates as
local, state, and international branches promoting
greater knowledge of African American history
through a program of education, research, and
publishing.
Structure
Sets the annual theme for Black History Month

Sponsors an annual convention to celebrate and
study Africana life and history.

Publishes the Journal of African American History
(formerly the Journal of Negro History), and the
Black History Bulletin (formerly the Negro History
Bulletin).

Publishes Black History products that promote the
annual Black History theme including the
"Woodson Review" magazine.

Hosts an annual Black History Month Luncheon in
Washington, D.C.

Sponsors graduate and undergraduate essay
contests.

Sponsors specialized professional development
curriculum workshops, institutes, and seminars.

Co-sponsors with the American Historical
Association the annual Wesley-Logan Prize for the
Best Book on the African Diaspora.

Co-sponsors with the National Education
Association (www.nea.org) the annual Carter G.
Woodson Award at the NEA Human and Civil
Rights Awards observance.

Co-sponsors with the National History Day
organization Carter G. Woodson awards to high
school students for winning projects, papers, or
performances relating to African American history.

Operates The ASALH Store

ASALH supports the study of African American
history in homes, schools, colleges, churches,
organizations, businesses, and government
Activities
Partner with ASALH!
Advertise, Fundraise, Vend, and Sponsor with an educated membership organization that reaches out to the
public through numerous publications, public events, and an annual convention.
Founders of Black History Month