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It is a long-standing truism that the spaces Black women occupy are sprinkled with landmines. These landmines come in the form of coiffed hair, the tone of voice, the manner of dress or the perceived lack of experience. These trappings cut at the heart of Black history and culture.
The influence and contributions of Black culture can be seen in everyday life. Black culture has influenced every walk of life from blues music, country music, the fashion industry (can you say Black Dandy at the 2025 Met Gala), dance, language and so much more. Even HBCU marching bands are being replicated.
It is also a long-standing truism there has been no shortage of attempts to minimize, ignore, or simply erase the history of Black culture’s influence and contributions. This image speaks to a collective voice.
Hands Off
It is a long-standing truism that the spaces Black women occupy are sprinkled with landmines. These landmines come in the form of coiffed hair, the tone of voice, the manner of dress or the perceived lack of experience. These trappings cut at the heart of Black history and culture.
The influence and contributions of Black culture can be seen in everyday life. Black culture has influenced every walk of life from blues music, country music, the fashion industry (can you say Black Dandy at the 2025 Met Gala), dance, language and so much more. Even HBCU marching bands are being replicated.
It is also a long-standing truism there has been no shortage of attempts to minimize, ignore, or simply erase the history of Black culture’s influence and contributions. This image speaks to a collective voice.