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Black Panther is celebrated for its groundbreaking representation of African and African American culture, presenting a powerful narrative that centers on black
excellence, leadership, and innovation.

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The process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one's life and claiming one's rights.

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Wiley places black subjects in positions of power and prominence. Wiley
not only subverts expectations, but also creates a space for black
identity.

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Made has had a huge impact. Madea films typically portray black women in a powerful and strong position. This hits personally for me because I grew up with strong African American women in my life.

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Beyoncé's BLACK IS KING is framed as a visual and musical journey that seeks to empower black audiences, particularly young black people, by portraying images of
royalty, strength, and beauty.

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Brown skin girl is a song by Beyonce and the song features her daughter Blue Ivy. The song has lyrics that empower young black girls.

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Still I Rise is a very powerful poem by Maya Angelou. The poem embodies the perservance of African Americans and our past. That no matter what we go through past or present, we will rise.

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Still I Rise by Maya Angelou | Poetry Foundation

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"Across this country, young black men and women have been infected with a fever of affirmation. They are saying, ‘We are black and beautiful."

Hoyt Fuller

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This article by the National Museum of African American History and Culture has a long list of quotes and impactful icons of empowerment.

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

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Black is Beautiful: The Emergence of Black Culture and Identity in the 60s and 70s

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The phrase “black is beautiful” referred to a broad embrace of black culture and identity. It called for an appreciation of the black past as a worthy legacy, and it inspired cultural pride in contemporary black achievements. In its philosophy, “Black is beautiful” focused also on emotional and psyc…

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Empowerment is the process of giving people more control over their lives, while activism is the act of working to bring about change in society. I think they both go hand in hand. I feel like activism comes from empowerment. Taking pride in who you are means a lot and that causes you to take on activism.

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The movie Hidden Figures delivers a powerful and inspiring message about perseverance, the importance of diversity, and breaking down barriers. It emphasizes the value of talent and hard work regardless of race or gender.

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Hidden Figures(2016) No more colored bathroom,no more white bathroom