Mark your calendar Black History Month is almost here
By Leesha Bush
1/26/2023
We love to celebrate heritage months around the globe. It's an opportunity to learn from each other and deepen our appreciation for each other as we nurture an inclusive culture. Are you ready for what's upcoming in February? With Black History Month 2023 right around the corner in Canada and the United States, we wanted to share some great ways for you to celebrate with TTEC.
Do some reading, visit a museum, or listen to a podcast we have curated a Black History Month guide for you to celebrate Black education, culture, and entertainment.
Check out the TTEC Guide for Black History Month Celebration
Black History book recommendations
Young, Gifted and Black by Jamia Wilson
The Undefeated by Kwame Alexander and Kadir Nelson,
Freedom in Congo Square by Carole Boston Weatherford
The Light We Carry by Michelle Obama
The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl by Issa Rae
Podcast
BBC World Service: Witness History: Black History
Trials to Triumphs by Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins:
NPR: Code Switch
Roy's Job Fair
Therapy for Black Girls by Dr. Joy Harden Bradford:
Things to Do
Head to some Virtual Exhibits
Take a virtual trip to the
And of course, support Black-owned businesses throughout the year. We hope this list gives you a starting place or sparks more ideas for how you can celebrate wherever you are in the world.
Did we mention, we've got more exciting ways to bring you smiles and support your career journey? We're launching our new podcast Talking Off The Clock in February. Be sure to follow on Spotify so you can be one of the first to experience the podcast when it launches.