The Stream From Poems to Protest: Black History in Focus | What Black History Month means for those on the front lines of activism
Today on The Stream: What does Black History Month, which is celebrated each February, mean for those on the front lines of activism and organising? From the struggles of the civil rights movement to the present day, African Americans have been pivotal in advocating for justice and equality in the face of systemic racism. Throughout history, they have confronted racial inequality, police brutality and the erasure of Black culture. In celebration of Black History Month, this episode spotlights the work of three Black activists who are shaping their communities through poetry, education and grassroots organising. What challenges do they face, and how are they contributing to the ongoing struggle for equality and the resilience of Black communities? Presenter: Anelise Borges Guests: Ericka Hart – host, Hoodrat to Headwrap podcast Abbas Muntaqim – co-host, Hella Black podcast Aja Monet – poet Published on Friday 23 February 2024.
The Stream is where Al Jazeera's audience becomes a global community. The Stream is a social media community with its own daily TV show on Al Jazeera English. An aggregator of online sources and discussion, seeking out unheard voices, new perspectives and untold angles. The Stream discusses some of the most interesting issues, bringing fresh perspectives and lesser heard voices.
Primary Title
- The Stream
Episode Title
- From Poems to Protest: Black History in Focus | What Black History Month means for those on the front lines of activism
Date Broadcast
- Friday 23 February 2024
Start Time
- 09 : 32
Finish Time
- 09 : 57
Duration
- 25:00
Channel
- Al Jazeera English
Broadcaster
- Al Jazeera Media Network
Programme Description
- The Stream is where Al Jazeera's audience becomes a global community. The Stream is a social media community with its own daily TV show on Al Jazeera English. An aggregator of online sources and discussion, seeking out unheard voices, new perspectives and untold angles. The Stream discusses some of the most interesting issues, bringing fresh perspectives and lesser heard voices.
Episode Description
- Today on The Stream: What does Black History Month, which is celebrated each February, mean for those on the front lines of activism and organising? From the struggles of the civil rights movement to the present day, African Americans have been pivotal in advocating for justice and equality in the face of systemic racism. Throughout history, they have confronted racial inequality, police brutality and the erasure of Black culture. In celebration of Black History Month, this episode spotlights the work of three Black activists who are shaping their communities through poetry, education and grassroots organising. What challenges do they face, and how are they contributing to the ongoing struggle for equality and the resilience of Black communities? Presenter: Anelise Borges Guests: Ericka Hart – host, Hoodrat to Headwrap podcast Abbas Muntaqim – co-host, Hella Black podcast Aja Monet – poet Published on Friday 23 February 2024.
Classification
- G
Owning Collection
- Chapman Archive
Broadcast Platform
- Television
Languages
- English
Captions
Live Broadcast
- No
Rights Statement
- Made for the University of Auckland's educational use as permitted by the Screenrights Licensing Agreement.
Notes
- The source recording of Al Jazeera English's "The Stream", "From Poems to Protest: Black History in Focus" for Friday 23 February 2024 contains defects (corrupted video) due to signal transmission issues. Some of the title's content is absent.
Genres
- Commentary
- Current affairs
Hosts
- Anelise Borges (Presenter)