Dr. King's message has often been distorted since his death.  Remember MLK wanted racial and economic justice.

At just 14 years old Herman Bekele created a soap that can treat skin cancer.  Great job Herman!

Calcea nad Ne'Kiya solved a mathematical problem that no one else could as teenagers.

Michelle Alozie is a professional soccer player in the American Women's Soccer League and a trained microbiologist.

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Simone Biles returned to competition this year and won yet again, proving that despite her struggles she is still the best of all time.

Trude Lamb is a track star who boycotted her schools uniform due to its racially insensitive mascot.

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South Africa took the monumental step of suing Israel in international court over their genocidal actions in Palestine.

The International African American History Museum was opened in 2020 on the site of Gadsden's Wharf, the entry point for 40% of American enslaved persons.

Carter G. Woodson was an American historian and journalist who actively studies the African Diaspora.

Ayo Edibiri made history this year winning an Emmy and Golden Globe for her role on The Bear.

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Sha'carri is the world's fastest woman over 100 meters, a title she was denied earlier in her career.

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Billie Holiday is a famous jazz singer from the early 1900s, known as Lady Day.  Her singing style revolutionized singing.

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LeVar Burton has stepped back into the spotlight to fight book bans across the country.

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Bobbi Wilson, the 9 year old aspiring scientist, has been recognized for her efforts to stop the lanternfly invasion of New York.

Emmett Till's death began the modern Civil Rights Movement.  Despite his clear innocence he was murdered due to systemic racism.

Coco Gauff has returned to Professional Tennis with a bang, winning big after becoming a mother.

Henry Louis Gates Jr is the host of Finding Your Roots on PBS and a prolific scholar.

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Nikole Hannah-Jones is the investigative journalist responsible for the 1619 Project an important historical analysis of African Americans role in US History.

Maxine Waters is the most senior African American women in congress.

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The 2022 Scripps National Spelling Bee Champ is now an author, publishing three books.

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When Twitter became what it is now, Christopher Bouzy created a black owned alternative.

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Jasper Cartwright is a big name in the TTRPG world both as a GM and player.

Yuseff was a member of the Central Park 5 and is now a City Councilmember of New York.

Aabria is one of the biggest innovators in the realm of TTRPG Let's Play shows.  She graces the screen in Dimension 20 and other programs.

Ruby Bridges integrated New Orleans schools and is still an activist.

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Quinta Brunson brought home the Emmy for best Actress in a Comedic Role for her work on Abbot Elementary, a show she created.

David has already graduated high school at the young age of nine.  He is passionate about computer science.

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Missy Elliot has been selected to join the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a huge milestone.

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Ruth became the first black woman to win multiple Oscars as the costume designer on the Black Panther films.