By: Nicole Andino
Black History Month was created to focus attention on the contributions of African Americans to the United States. “It honors all Black people from all periods of U.S. history, from the enslaved people first brought over from Africa in the early 17th century to African Americans living in the United States today.” (National Geographic) DEI stands for Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion it is the practice or quality of including or involving people from a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds and of different genders, sexual orientations, etc. Be an advocate by taking these actions to end inequality and injustice.