One of the major qualities of love is that it is sacrificial, giving of itself for the wellbeing of others. Listen in as Melanie highlights a few notable African Americans for Black History and Love Month, whose selfless sacrificial and inspirational acts helped make the world a better place, and their effects are far-reaching even today. #BlackHistoryMonth #LoveMonth
Claudette Colvin
Amelia Boynton Robinson
John Lewis
Charles Hamilton Houston
Ida B. Wells
For more info on Melanie D, the Author, her book, and for more inspirational content, please visit her website at www.MelanieDTheAuthor.com.
Originally recorded on 2/17/24, Audio podcast airing on 2/29/24.
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