Although they migrated to find more economic and educational opportunities, they were still not treated equally.

Some African Americans got better jobs, but some were still being challenged with cruelties and injustices. For example, being unable to live in certain places and not receiving full wages like others. The Great Migration not only helped people have a way to find work, education, and higher wages but was also a key factor in the Civil Rights movement.

The Harlem Renaissance was a time in which art, literature, and music were influenced. It shaped world art by asserting their pride and identity, art let them express themselves. Literature was influenced due to the music made which was used as inspiration for poetry, black folklore, short stories, and novels. It influenced music by letting writers express themselves differently. The Harlem Renaissance also influenced future African American artists.

The self-portrait of African American life, identity, and culture that the Harlem Renaissance transmitted to the world challenged racists and stereotypes. It also impacted how other races viewed African Americans and understood their experiences. This time also gave african american writers and artists more control over their representations. This was a period in which African American work was noticed. It was also a time when they celebrated their culture and identity through art, music, and literature.