Black women continue to leave an indelible mark across all aspects of society from activism, and politics, to literature, entertainment, and sports.
When we take up space, magic happens — and when we speak, people pay attention.
While the world does not always support Black women the way it should, we show up and show out, consistently rising above any negativity and vitriol that may come our way. We run for office, we innovate, we shake things up, we soar, and we advocate on behalf of our culture and community.
We love seeing Black women living unapologetically, and our words hold so much power. This Women's History Month, we're highlighting some of the most insightful, relatable, and inspiring quotes from Black women throughout the years.
THE ACTIVISTS
"The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them." — Ida B. Wells
"Dangerous is the woman who can give herself what she used to seek from others. Limitless is the woman who dares to name herself. The way I see it, shame cannot oppress what acceptance has already claimed for sovereignty." — Tarana Burke
"I don't have to live up to that Superwoman myth. I can cry and be human and lean on people who can take care of me. That can be very liberating." — Assata Shakur
"We have an obligation to ourselves and to our communities to be bigger than the moment." — Brittany Packnett Cunningham
(TO BE CONTINUED TOMORROW) - From the Crisis Magazine
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