Black History Month centennial channels angst over anti-DEI climate into education, free resources

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 7 min read 100% complete by By TERRY TANGFebruary 1, 2026 at 10:53 PM

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As Black History Month approaches its centennial, there is a renewed focus on education and free resources amidst concerns about anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) sentiments. The article highlights Angelique Roche, author of the upcoming book "First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth," and her work. The provided images feature Roche at the Ashe Cultural Arts Center in New Orleans on January 29, 2026, and a Juneteenth celebration in Portsmouth, N.H, on June 19, 2025. The centennial is being used as an opportunity to promote Black history education in light of the current climate surrounding DEI initiatives.

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Michael Dwyer 30% Portsmouth 40% Gerald Herbert ×540% Daniel 40% Levis Martin ×250% New Orleans ×460% Opal Lee ×260% Ashe Cultural Arts Center ×460% Juneteenth ×370% Black History Month 80% Angelique Roche ×790%

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black history month 100% anti-dei climate 80% education 70% free resources 60% juneteenth 50% angelique roche 40%

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New Orleans

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