New Mexico Black Leadership Council

Tag: women’s history

  • Without Permission or Apology: The Life and Career of Mary Edmonia Lewis

    Without Permission or Apology: The Life and Career of Mary Edmonia Lewis

    “In the first study of its kind about Lewis’ career, Dr. Buick will illustrate how 19th century mixed African-American and Native American (Mississauga Ojibwe) artist Mary Edmonia Lewis, also known as “Wildfire,” navigated through 19th century U.S. and European cultures. Learn how Lewis’ art was perceived, and how she created distinctly “American” art touching upon themes of indigeneity, sentimentality, gender, and race.”

    Register to receive Zoom connection info for this free event.

  • Celebrating HERstory Awards Ceremony

    Celebrating HERstory Awards Ceremony

    Celebrate Women’s History and the impact and accomplishments of Black women in New Mexico! The NM Office of African American Affairs will honor women in six categories:

     

    • Education Advancement

    • Healthcare (Medical or Mental)

    • Economic Development (Business)

    • Advocacy & Policy/Government

    • Law/Justice System

    • Collegiate Scholar (Upcoming Professional)

    The deadline to submit nominations is March 1st (and self-nominations are accepted). To nominate a worthy candidate, follow this link.

  • Family Movie: Hidden Figures

    Family Movie: Hidden Figures

    In today’s film, Taraji P. Henson, Janelle Monáe, and Octavia Spencer star as three brilliant African-American NASA mathematicians, providing crucial calculations for NASA’s space race against the Soviets while handling the racist and sexist behavior of their co-workers. Snacks provided!

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