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Florida education restrictions spur community ‘teach-ins’ on Black history
In recent years, conservative lawmakers have sought to limit how public schools teach race and history. To combat those efforts, community groups are stepping in to fill the void.
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ASALH Mourns the Passing of Archivist, Historian, and Author Dr. Walter B. Hill, Jr.
In recognition of his exceptional contributions to the National Archives and Records Administration’s (NARA) strategic goals and mission, NARA archivist, historian, and author Dr. Walter B. Hill, Jr., will be
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Woodson Ambassador Program
The Association for the Study of African American Life and History proudly announces its Woodson Ambassador Program, which is an early professional training for History, Public History, and Museum Studies Scholars.
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Dorothy Porter Wesley Award Now Accepting Nominations
The Dorothy Porter Wesley Award was established in 2018 by the Information Professionals of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) to honor and document
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ASALH Mourns the Passing of Educator & Activist Dr. Bertha L. Maxwell-Roddey
South Carolina educator and racial activist Dr. Bertha Maxwell-Roddey, passed away March 20.
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ASALH Mourns the Passing of Newatha Myers
Newatha Myers has passed on leaving a legacy of being president of the Carter G. Woodson Memorial Foundation for more than 20 years and used her leadership to help raise more than $50,000 for...
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Rahway High School Black History Class Receives Gift from ASALH, Organization that Started Black History Month
RAHWAY, NJ — As a lovely coda to Black History Month, students in Mr. David Brighouse's African American Studies class enjoyed a special surprise last week when a package arrived at the school addressed to their...
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Award Nominations are Open!
The Awards Committee of ASALH seeks nominations from current ASALH members for awards.
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House Dem Leader Jeffries And Brother Claim The Spotlight At ASALH’s 98th Annual Black History Month Festival Luncheon
In a vibrant tribute to Black History Month, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) continued the legacy of its founder, Dr. Carter G. Woodson in an exciting way, by hosting its 98th...