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Student Projects
Explorations in AAS Cyberspace
The following pathfinder is provided as a tool to link selected topics of
interest related to the African diaspora. The commerical listings are by no
means presented as an endorsement but rather as a statement to the
variety of offerings.
1. International Affairs: African National Congress, AfroCubaWeb etc.
2. National Organizations: African American Studies Librarian Section etc.
3. Search Directories: African American Business Directory etc.
4. Arts & Humanities: African American Griot, BlackFilm.com etc.
5. Business Resources: African American Buying Power, Black Pages USA etc.
6. Culture: African-Native Americans : We are still here : A Photo Exhibit etc.
7. Education: Mathematicians of the African Diaspora
8. Entertainment: BET, "The Chosen One" etc.
- 1. International Affairs
African National Congress
The ANC was founded in 1912 in response to the formation of the Union of South Africa in 1910, which ignored the wishes of the majority of the
people of South Africa.
AfroCubaWeb
This site explores the interests of the estimated 70% of Cubans with African ancestry. The format blends a mixture of Spanish and English articles. Topics range from race & identity to cultural events.
The Black Film & Video Network
The Black Film & Video Network formed as a resource group for writers, directors and producers of film over twelve years ago, Black Film & Video Network's membership has grown to comprise an international membership of almost 300 filmmakers. The only organization of its
kind in Canada.
Black Historical & Cultural Society of British Columbia
Devoted to keeping alive the memories of the Blacks people that lived in British Columbia and to record the history of the elders among us, and promote what is authentic in the culture and heritage of the
Black British Columbians.
Buxton National Historic Site
Celebrating the Underground Railroad and Early Black
Settlement In Canada.
Canadian Centre on Minority Affairs
The Canadian Centre on Minority Affairs seeks to enhance the quality of life for present and future generations of the Black & Caribbean Canadian Community by facilitating the development and management of programs and practices which contributes to the sustainable development of economic, social and learning opportunities.
Global Pan African Movement Documentation
Offerings include several key documents on Pan Africanism. See also: Africa and Unity: The Evolution of Pan-Africanism [MLK] DT21.T47 1977
INASP | African Journals Online
African Journals Online contains journals in four main subject areas: agricultural sciences, science and technology,
health, social sciences.
Juneteenth
Juneteenth, or June 19, 1865 marks the date when slaves in the state of Texas learned that they had been freed. Learn more about the cause for their delayed freedom and why it has become a world celebration.
Organization of African Unity
(OAU) Established in May 1963, at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the Charter of the Organization was signed by the Heads of State and Governments of 32 independent African States.
- 2. National Organizations
AFAS: African American Studies Librarians Section
The mission of the African American Studies Librarians Section is to study librarianship and collection development as it progresses and relates to African American Studies collections .
Association for the Study of African American Life and History Established in 1915 by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, we are the Founders of Black History Month and carry forth the work of our founder, the Father of Black History. We continue his legacy of speaking a fundamental truth to the world--that Africans and peoples of African descent are makers of history. See also: Heritage and Horizons [MLK] E184.7.H4 2000.
Black Caucus of the American Library Association
Founded in 1970, the BCALA was organized to promote the development of library and information services for African Americans and other people of African descent.
Black Culinarians Alliance
Devoted to increasing the awareness of, the exposure to and the marketability of African Americans in the food service industry.
Congressional Black Caucus of the 109th. U.S. Congress
Formed in 1970 when the 13 Black Members of the U.S. House of Representatives joined together to strengthen their efforts to address the legislative concerns of Black and minority citizens.
NAACP
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is the oldest, largest and strongest civil rights organization in the United States.
NABS
The National Association of Black Scuba Divers.
National Association of Black Telecommunications Professionals, Inc. Designed with a specific emphasis on the African American community, this organization strives to be the premier source of education and information regarding the telecommunications industry for its members, interfacing organizations, and the public.
USCCB Secretariat for African American Catholics
The officially recognized voice of the African American Catholic community as it articulates their needs, aspirations regarding ministry, evangelization, social justice issues, and worship.
The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation
A leader in the nationwide effort to increase black voter registration and turnout and to eradicate the barriers to full political participation for African Americans and other minorities.
National Council of Negro Women, Inc.
A non-profit voluntary service organization with 34 national affiliated constituency based organizations and 250 community based sections, NCNW has an outreach to over four million women . It was founded in 1935 by noted educator and human rights activist Mary McLeod Bethune.
Organization of Black Airline Pilots
On September 17th and 18th of 1976, thirty-seven of the airline industry's approximately 80 black pilots convened at the O'Hare Hilton Hotel in Chicago. As a result of that meeting, The Organization of Black Airline Pilots (OBAP) was born. From the outset OBAP has focused its greatest emphasis on preparing young people to realize a successful future and highlight the exciting potential available in aviation.
Organization of Black Screenwriters, Inc.
OBS began in 1988 to address the lack of black writers represented within the entertainment industry. Its primary function is to assist screenwriters in the creation of works for film and television and to help them
present their work.
- 3. Search Directories
African American Business Directory
A directory of black owned businesses in the US and internationally.
Black Facts Online
"Everyday is African American History day" A searchable database allows users to retrieve information by chronological or keyword inquiries. Also, set up your account to receive daily facts by e-mail.
- 4. Arts and Humanities
African American Griot
"The Griot" like the African elder offers scholarly selections on the humanities.
BlackFilm.com
An online resource which links the Black film community while cultivating national and international audiences interested in their work. This site provides a forum for filmmakers, scholars and organizations to present information and promote artistic express.
- 5. Business Resources
African American Buying Power
The Selig Center for Economic Growth, part of the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia gives studies and forecasts into African American buying power. Statistics are also included for Asian and Hispanic buying power for comparison or study as well as a total population assessment.
Black Pages USA
Information about Black-owned businesses in your area.
- 6. Culture
African-Native Americans : We are still here : A Photo Exhibit
African Native Americans based on an exhibit, curated by Ms. Eve Winddancer and with photos by Mr. Louis B. Myers.
Kwanzaa
This page is devoted to the African American and Pan-African holiday celebrated by millions throughout the world African community. See also: Kwanzaa: A Celebration of Family, Community, and Culture [MLK] GT4403.K383 1998
- 7. Education
Mathematicians of the African Diaspora
The Mathematicians of the African Diaspora website was created and is maintained by Scott W. Williams, Professor of Mathematics at The State University of New York at Buffalo. This site examines the premise that African Americans with an emphasis on mathematics, are incapable of such scientific knowledge.
- 8. Entertainment
BET
The Black Entertainment Television network online. This site provides information on current headlines, music, money, lifestyles, food, health, careers, etc.
"The Chosen One"
By Gwendolyn Briley-Strand Ms. Briley-Strand performs a one woman show called "The Chosen One" based on the life of Harriet Tubman. Biographical information on the life of Harriet Tubman is presented as a tribute to the legend. See also the Harriet Tubman Collection.
Hattie McDaniel
A premier African-American Actress, Hattie won the Best Supporting Actress Academy Award for her performance as Mammy in Gone with the Wind in 1939.
John Coltrane
The life, music, and talents of Jazz Musician John Coltrane is present in a style that's all his own.
