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"Meet The Women Founders Behind Some Of The Most Successful Black Hair Care Companies"

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In honor of Women's History Month, we proudly celebrate the women founders of Black hair care products!

From Madam C. J. Walker, to Niya Parks of The Look of Love, to all of the amazing women on the list, we honor, celebrate, and thank you for your creative contributions that make a significant difference for multitudes!

Please "Meet The Women Founders Behind Some Of The Most Successful Black Hair Care Companies": https://bit.ly/So-Proud-of-You

To learn more and discover the life and legacy of Madam C. J. Walker, please visit: https://bit.ly/-MadamCJWalker

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In honor of Women's History Month, We Proudly Celebrate the Compassion and Wisdom of MacKenzie Scott!

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One of the favorite quotes of my lifetime is the famous quote by Rabbi Kook: "The good will is all - and all the talents are ways to fulfill it."

In my attempts to illustrate how this quote moves my soul and echoes in eternity, I often fail to relay its meaning and few are left understanding its power.

But in a recent article I discovered by MacKenzie Scott, she captures with beauty and excellence the meaning of philanthropy, the power of talents, and the gift of giving.

In honor of Women's History Month, we proudly celebrate the compassion and wisdom of MacKenzie Scott!

Read here to discover more: https://bit.ly/On-Talents

On This Day In Women's History Month, We Celebrate The Contributions of the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton!

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On this day in Women's History Month, we celebrate the life and contributions of Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton!

A staunch advocate for children and mental health rights, she uses her influence to make a profound impact on the world by administering kindness, and ensuring that children have the appropriate resources they need to thrive.

For more, please visit: https://bit.ly/-KateMiddleton

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Celebrating Dorothy Ella Inghram of San Bernardino

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On this day in Women's History Month, we celebrate the life and contributions of Dorothy Ella Inghram of San Bernardino!

In this article, SBVC "remembers Hall of Fame alumna Dorothy Ella Inghram, class of 1932: the first African-American teacher in San Bernardino County, composer of SBVC’s Alma Mater, and one of Southern California’s most iconic educators...

Dorothy earned an elementary teaching credential in 1939 after student teaching at an East Highlands school, and in 1942, Dorothy was hired to teach second grade at Mill School — the first African-American teacher in San Bernardino County."

To learn more, please visit:

https://bit.ly/Dorothy-Ella-Inghram-of-San-Bernardino

https://bit.ly/Dorothy-E-Inghram

This 1940s picture shows Dorothy Inghram (seated on the right) when she was principal of Mill School. Courtesy of Dorothy Inghram and The SBCSun.

On This Day In Women's History Month, We Proudly Celebrate the Profound and Entertaining Wisdom of Randi Rhodes!

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On this day in Women's History Month, we proudly celebrate the profound and entertaining wisdom of Randi Rhodes!

"A spot-on broad-minded journalist and broadcaster. A true populist she knows the difference between a demagogue and a statesman, preferring the latter. She pursues justice like a heat seeking missile, putting her own reputation on the line for the truth."

Discover more: https://bit.ly/Number-1-Journalist

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Celebrating the Women of the CROWN Act

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On this day in Women’s History Month, we honor the "women behind the CROWN Act movement to end race-based hair discrimination nationwide. They are leading the team whose tireless work is ensuring that the fullness and authenticity of Black beauty is not only celebrated but protected in the workplace, schools, and beyond. It is because of their vision and the village of remarkable legislators, scholars, coalition members, and supporters that we all can celebrate legislative wins in 23 states and and a great number of municipalities. Ladies and gentlemen, introducing the women who are making history and a better tomorrow for future generations." - The CROWN Act.com https://bit.ly/1CROWN

This Women's History Month, We Proudly Celebrate Vice President Kamala D. Harris!

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In honor of Women's History Month, we proudly celebrate our nation's first female Vice President, Kamala D. Harris!

"Vice President Kamala Harris was elected Vice President after a lifetime of public service, having been elected District Attorney of San Francisco, California Attorney General, and United States Senator.

As Vice President, she has worked to bring people together to advance opportunity, deliver for families, and protect fundamental freedoms across the country. She has led the fight for the freedom of women to make decisions about their own bodies, the freedom to live safe from gun violence, the freedom to vote, and the freedom to drink clean water and breathe clean air. While making history at home, she is also representing the nation abroad – embarking on more than a dozen foreign trips, traveling to more than 19 countries, and meeting with more than 150 world leaders to strengthen critical global alliances."

To learn more about VP Harris and our nation's 1st Second Gentleman, Douglas Emhoff, please visit: https://bit.ly/VicePresident-Harris

Click here to remember that special day: https://youtu.be/aQnHKPn12Co?si=o16W679IRtqsgYOW

This Black History Month, We Proudly Honor The Life and Courageous Contributions of Reverend George Lee

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This Black History Month, we proudly honor the life and courageous contributions of Reverend George Lee.

"In 1954, blacks in Belzoni, Miss., outnumbered whites 2-to-1. But like all Southern blacks, they were not allowed to attend white schools. They were forbidden to eat in white restaurants. They would be arrested if they sat in bus seats reserved for whites. And they did not vote...

With the help of his friend Gus Courts, Reverend George Lee started a chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. They printed leaflets and held meetings, urging blacks to pay the poll tax (a fee for voting that was later outlawed by the Voting Rights Act) and to register to vote.

Whites in town immediately organized a White Citizens Council to fight back. The names of blacks registered to vote were put on a list and circulated to white businessmen who retaliated by firing them from their jobs, denying them credit and raising their rent.

White officials offered Lee protection on the condition he end his voter registration efforts. Lee refused. On May 7, 1955, Lee was driving toward home when he was hit by gunfire from a passing car. With half his face blown apart, Lee pulled himself out of the car and made his way to a cabstand. Two black drivers took him to the hospital where he died." - SPLC

To learn more about the sacrifices, courageous contributions, and righteous stand of Civil Rights Martyrs, please visit the Southern Poverty Law Center and make a contribution to their good work:

Civil Rights Memorial Center: https://www.splcenter.org/civil-rights-memorial

Civil Rights Martyrs: https://bit.ly/Civil-Rights-Martyrs

Donate To SPLC: https://bit.ly/-SPLC-Donate

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#WeKnowItWell

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The Magical Art of Various Hair Expressions

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#ICYM our previous discussion, be sure to check out "The Art of Healing!"

"Black history tells powerful stories of innovation, perseverance, triumph, and celebration but also stories of loss, tragedy, trauma, and pain. Historically, African Americans have turned to art for its inexplicable healing powers. There is healing in African American spirituals and in praise dance; in African drums; and in beatboxing, in storytelling, and in rhythm and blues." - Ashley Tucker, LOC

"But there is also healing in the beautiful experience of black hair beading, braiding, combing, pressing, and weaving. It's our way of connecting our spirits and elevating ourselves during times of pain and struggle." - N.Parks

To learn more about the magical art of various hair expressions, please visit: https://bit.ly/Hair-Braiding-As-A-Healing-Art

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In Honor Of Black History Month, We Proudly Commemorate The Highly Celebrated 'In Living Color' Television Series!

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In honor of Black History Month, we proudly commemorate the diversity, creativity, laughs and giggles of the highly celebrated 'In Living Color' television series!

"In Living Color is an American sketch comedy television series that originally ran on Fox from April 15, 1990, to May 19, 1994. The show was produced by Ivory Way Productions in association with 20th Television and was taped at stage 7 at the Fox Television Center.

The series won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Series in 1990. The series gained international prominence for its bold move and its all-time high ratings gained by airing a live, special episode as a counterprogram for the halftime show of U.S. leader CBS's live telecast of Super Bowl XXVI, prompting the National Football League to book A-list acts for future game entertainment." - In Living Color, Wikipedia

Discover: https://bit.ly/-InLivingColor

Buy: https://bit.ly/InLivingColor-

Watch: https://bit.ly/InLivingColorTVToo

& Here! https://bit.ly/InLivingColorTV

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We Celebrate Inventor Garrett Morgan & His Many Contributions To Humanity #BHM

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🚦#DYK, Garrett Morgan, the son of former slaves, invented the 1st Gas Mask and 1st Three-Position Traffic Signal?!

"Morgan’s most prolific accomplishments came in his role as an inventor. He received a patent for the first gas mask invention in 1914, but it wasn’t until two years later that the idea really took off. When a group of workers got stuck in a tunnel below Lake Erie after an explosion, Morgan and a team of men donned the masks to help get them out. After the rescue was a success, requests for the masks began pouring in.

Similarly, Garrett Morgan’s other famous invention – the traffic signal – was also invented to help save lives. After witnessing an accident on a roadway, Morgan decided a device was needed to keep cars, buggies and pedestrians from colliding. His traffic signal was designed to stand on a street corner and notify vehicles and walkers whether they should stop or go. After receiving a patent in 1923, the rights to the invention were eventually purchased by GE." - US Dept. of Transportation

To learn about Garrett Morgan and how his inventions continue to save lives and keep us safe today, discover more: http://bit.ly/GAMorgan

Also Visit: https://bit.ly/-GarrettMorgan

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