Black History Myths, Misinformation and Misconceptions
There are many different popular Black history myths circulating online and in everyday discourse. Myths and cultural misinformation concerning Black history, historical figures, and major events, can cause harm by erasing Black experiences, causing misconceptions about cultural identities, and increasing misunderstandings about histories that impact the current and future realities of Black life. The National Black Cultural Information Trust is working to correct this type of misinformation and make Black cultural history as accessible as possible by sharing information and educational resources in various digital spaces and convenient formats.
Popular Black History Myths Video Library
Fake Black History Part 1: Misinformation Willie Lynch Letter, Sojourner Truth, Origins of the term “African American”
Fake Black History Part 2: Misinformation about Harriet Tubman, Tuskegee, and Dr. Charles Drew
Fake Black History Part 3 : Misinformation about Rosa Parks and Claudette Colvin
Fake Black History Part 4: The Black Friday Edition
Popular Black History Myths Educational Pages
1st California Reparations Bills Announced by CA Black Caucus
From ABC7 News Bay Area: Members of the California Legislative Black Caucus announced a package of reparations bills in a first effort to repair Black
Reparation Information Thought Series – Fireside Chat with Robin Rue Simmons
Episode 8 of the Reparation Information Thought Series features Robin Rue Simmons, dubbed as the “Rosa Parks of the Reparations Movement,” sharing insights on her
Yolanda Renee King, The Only Grandchild of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, Publishes New Children’s Book
Yolanda Renee King, The Only Grandchild of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, Publishes New Children’s Book titled, We Dream a World: Carrying
Dr. Bernice King Advocates for the Study of Nonviolence on MLK Day
Dr. Bernice King, daughter of Coretta Scott King and Martin Luther King Jr., discusses the legacy of her parents and why it’s important to
MLK Day: Challenging Racial Stereotypes and Cultural Disinformation for Civil and Human Rights
MLK Day: Challenging Racial Stereotypes and Cultural Disinformation for Civil and Human Rights By Jessica Ann Mitchell Aiwuyor “Somebody told a lie one day. They
Introducing Black Voices: Inspiring & Empowering Quotes from Global Thought Leaders
New Year, New Book from NBCI Trust! Introducing Black Voices: Inspiring and Empowering Quotes from Global Thought Leaders Published by Wellfleet Press and the Quarto Group,
The National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc. Applauds the Signing of New York’s Historic Legislation Creating a New York Reparations Commission
New York, NY – Today, Governor Kathy Hochul signed the historic New York Reparations Commission Bill SB 1163A/A07691. The National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc.
NBCI Trust’s Protect Black History Initiative Featured on Fox Soul’s Black News Today
In case you missed it, earlier in 2023 the National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc. launched the Protect Black History Initiative to provide Black children’s
Equity Council Corp Press Release: THE 3RD ANNUAL MALCOLM X BOOKFEST INSPIRES COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, EQUITY, AND LITERACY
3rd Annual Malcolm X Bookfest FRIDAY, MAY 19, 2023 – SATURDAY, MAY 20, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: THE 3RD ANNUAL MALCOLM X BOOKFEST INSPIRES COMMUNITY
Trust Public Education Sources
Welcome to the Trust Black History Public Education Program sources page. This page features accessible sources and articles featured in NBCI Trust’s public education videos.