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11 Inspiring Black History Poems to Celebrate Black Heritage & Culture
- Explore these inspiring Black History poems to celebrate Black Heritage & Culture during Black History Month in February. The poems are a great way to commemorate and learn more about Black history. TeamBonding has compiled a list of inspiring poems for Black History Month.
- Initiatives like Almost Anything Goes Black History Month Trivia will help your organization become more aware of diversity & inclusion. TeamBonding offers Diversity & Inclusion Programs to encourage companies to learn about these concepts.
- “New Day’s Lyric” poem by Amanda Gorman and “I, Too” by Langston Hughes highlight the current age of oppression, race, feminism, and marginalization. These short poems for Black History Month will be suitable if you’re evaluating options to recognize Black History in the workplace.
- Maya Angelou’s poems “Caged Bird” and “Still I Rise” address the struggle of dealing with and overcoming racial oppression and prejudice.
- Gwendolyn Brooks’ “Primer for Blacks” talks about how important it is to accept one's black heritage. Margaret Walker’s “For My People” addresses the devastating history of slavery and the continuing effects of racism that were and still are endured by people of color.
- “Won’t you celebrate with me” by Lucille Clifton encourages self-love and perseverance. “Short Speech to My Friends” by Amiri Baraka expands on his belief that in order to move forward as a society, we must learn from the oppression and minority of culture that Black people experience every day.
- Shannon D. Brown-Rogers’ “Black is Beautiful” describes a story of self-worth and the importance of accepting oneself. Marilyn Nelson’s “Green-Thumb Boy” is written about George Washington Carver, who wished to learn, help and educate himself to help poor black farmers in the South.
- Other ways to celebrate Black History Month include icebreakers, donation drives, and supporting Black-owned businesses. We should approach these celebrations with inclusivity and invite input from the team to ensure that the activities reflect diverse perspectives and experiences.
- To celebrate Black History Month, TeamBonding offers programs like Virtual Museum Scavenger Hunt, African American history and culture-themed trivia, and game shows. These programs aim to foster a culture of respect, understanding, and allyship for Black History Month and year-round.
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