Black Americans have historically used Christmas to resist racial injustice and donate to social justice causes, with Black households donating 25% more of their income per year than their White counterparts, and organizations such as Black Women For Wellness, Black Male Voter Project, H.O.P.E., Black and Pink National, and The National Coalition for the Homeless providing resources and support to those in need.
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Why Black Christmas means resistance
Since the 1800s, Black folks have used Christmas to resist racial violence and oppression. Here are some social justice organizations to support this holiday season. By Nadira JamersonWord in Black For many of us, Christmas is a time to exchange gifts, indulge in slices of sweet potato pie, and binge-watch movies like “This Christmas” and […]