I suggest that you focus on the history of Black people BEFORE slavery. Such as the empires of Mali in West Africa and the empire of Kemet in North Africa. It is important for Black people to know that the greatest empires that ever existed we Black African empires. Also be sure to include the female Empresses that ruled; Nzingha, Makeda, Hapsepsut, etc. (I'd stay away from Cleopatra as she was not actually Black or African) Also the Moors are a good history leason as they completely took over Europe and brought them out of the dark ages.
And another good teachable moment is the struggles of Black people outside of Africa that are little know, such as Cuba, Brazil, Australia and Haiti. Please teach the people about Toussaint L'Overture.
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