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| NASA Pioneers and Innovators (Image Credit: NASA) |
Since 1976, every American president has officially designated February as Black History Month, a celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time to acknowledge and recognize their central role in American history. The annual event grew out of "Negro History Week", initiated by historian and civil rights leader Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Around the world other countries also devote a month to celebrating Black history. Read more about the month's history here.
Organizations that support scientists in astronomy and physics have provided resources, guidance, and advice for advancing the careers of Black astronomers and physicists. Below is a partial list.
- Black in Astro
- Committee on the Status of Minorities in Astronomy (AAS)
- Black Lives in Astronomy (Andrew Fraknoi)
- Celebrating Black History, including curated physics resources and news (AIP)
- National Society of Black Physicists
- Women of Color: Pioneers and Innovators (NASA)
- Resource Guide for Black and African American Students in STEM (bestcolleges.com)
- Supporting Black/African Americans in STEM (NSF)
Do you recommend others? Please add them in the comments section.
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