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That Time Black History Month Became Everyone’s Month At Work
This is how Black histories and triumphs get muddled and passed over
Ever feel like you are in the Twilight Zone? Where nothing makes sense and you begin to think perhaps that ride you took to work, went through a time warp of some sort?
That’s how I felt February 2020 at my last job.
My husband and I were contemplating buying more African American books and more African inspired shirts to wear for Black History Month, and we were excited because typically our job at the time really believed in “minorities” having a voice, having lots of potlucks, and many activities and games to keep us motivated.
That particular month, I knew they would get it right. Even if they did not have games or anything, just me appreciating having that month was fine because in my household Black History is 24/7 not just 28 days.
We learned through an email, that February would be considered Cultural Month now. So according to the email, everyone will be participating and respecting their own culture during Black History Month.
You read that right. During. Black. History. Month.
When my husband and I read that, we were like, “No way. This is some kind of joke.” Every…
