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The Critical Role of Black Mothers - and How to Support All Moms

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the hidden impact of Black mothers throughout US history in this thought-provoking TED talk by sociologist Anna Malaika Tubbs. Uncover the deliberate erasure of influential Black mothers' stories and its consequences on society. Discover the scientific, cultural, and historical contributions of these women as Tubbs challenges prevailing narratives. Learn how to support all mothers and effect positive change by reframing perspectives on Black motherhood. Gain insights into educating ourselves, changing thought patterns, and moving forward with a more inclusive understanding of history and maternal influence.

Syllabus

Intro
How much history was impacted with lack of mothers input
Annas perspective on motherhood today
How can we change the narrative
How can we educate ourselves
How to change the way we think about black motherhood
Black motherhood
British Baldwin
Louise Little
Imagine
Moving Forward


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TED

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