Happy Black History Month memes, images, top quotes 2022

Happy Black History Month memes, images, top quotes 2022

2020 was a tumultuous year for matters dealing with racial injustices, and the events led to the Black Lives Matter movement on social media. The BLM movement brought to light the injustices that come with being black and the need to focus on equality. Since February is a special occasion, these happy Black History Month memes, images, and quotes will come in handy in spreading the message.

Happy Black History Month quotes 2021
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Black History Month is a global occasion to celebrate black culture and the contributions of black leaders to society. February is the dedicated month for the drive. The message that people speak is equality and appreciation of black people. This list provides happy Black History Month memes, quotes, and images you can use to spread the message.

Black History Month quotes

Black culture boasts of some of the legendary figures who preached the gospel of equality and the need to be better. Martin Luther King Jr, Maya Angelou, to mention a few, are known to have given their nuggets of wisdom about the need to have an inclusive society. These are some of the quotes from renowned icons. You can share it with your friends and family.

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  1. I refuse to accept the view that mankind is so tragically bound to the starless midnight of racism and war that the bright daybreak of peace and brotherhood can never become a reality. I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word - Martin Luther King, Jr.
  2. In recognising the humanity of our fellow beings, we pay ourselves the highest tribute - Thurgood Marshall, the first African American U.S. Supreme Court member.
  3. One day our descendants will think it incredible that we paid so much attention to things like the amount of melanin in our skin or the shape of our eyes or our gender instead of the unique identities of each of us as complex human beings - Franklin Thomas, activist, philanthropist, and former president of the Ford Foundation.
  4. Wherever there is a human being, I see God-given rights inherent in that being, whatever may be the sex or complexion - William Lloyd Garrison.
  5. If we accept and acquiesce in the face of discrimination, we accept the responsibility ourselves and allow those responsible to salve their conscience by believing that they have our acceptance and concurrence. We should, therefore, protest openly everything that smacks of discrimination or slander - Mary McLeod Bethune.
  6. Hold on to your dreams of a better life and stay committed to striving to realise it - Earl G. Graves, Sr.
  7. I am not quite sure what freedom is, but I know damn well what it is not. How have we gotten so silly, I wonder - Assata Shakur.
  8. During Black History Month, I am reminded yet again of the ways that the struggle for civil rights is interwoven with the struggle for workers’ rights - Tom Perez.
  9. You are not to be so blind with patriotism that you cannot face reality. Wrong is wrong, no matter who does it or says it - Malcolm X.
  10. Diversity is not about how we differ. Diversity is about embracing one another’s uniqueness - Ola Joseph.
  11. Bringing the gifts that my ancestors gave, I am the dream and the hope of the slave. I rise. I rise. I rise - Maya Angelou.

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Black History Month images

There is more to Black History than the quotes of iconic figures. Images also have a unique way of embedding a message since they are a casual way of communicating. These are some images that you can share with your family and friends.

There is more to it than slavery

Black excellence quotes
Black excellence quotes. Photo: Life & Wellness Counseling and Consulting, PLLC
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Black culture is one of the richest, although most people mistake it for slavery. According to Black History Month facts, inclusivity and equality are some of the key messages. Therefore, sharing this image would go a long way.

There is light when we are brave enough

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Black motivational quotes. Photo: Black History Month
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If you find it too serious to share a quote, Black History Month memes are an alternative way of passing the message across. It is as simple as having the quote or message included in an image. That way, you can customise your message to your liking.

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Quotes from your favourite icons

Black History inspirational quotes
Black History inspirational quotes. Photo: dezarellapageants
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If you resonate with what some of your favourite icons say, you can quote their words. It is easier to believe how these principles impacted their lives and employed them in yours.

Brevity

Quotes about being black and proud
Quotes about being black and proud. Photo: sincerelyaprilh
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Most of the icons preached about brevity and the need for blacks to get out of their comfort zones and conquer the world. This is an appropriate message for Black History Month South Africa. It is ideal for reminding the oppressed to go up and change their stories.

Black History Month memes

Memes have become a craze in the past couple of years. Since most people find them funny, there is a high likelihood they will pay attention to the message being put across. Therefore, you can twist your message to bring out the humour and message at the same time.

Inclusivity

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Black History Month memes. Photo: Black History Month
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Kobe Bryant is one of the icons we lost in 2020, and the legacy he left is proof of the purposeful life he lived. He championed inclusivity and went beyond all the odds. This is one of the emotional Black History Month memes you can share with your friends and family.

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Keep moving forward

Black History Month memes
Black History Month memes. Photo: thehotspot_tv
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If you are feeling stuck in life, the message in this meme will go a long way in cheering you up. Martin Luther King Jr was big on inclusivity and the need to be better. As blacks, this message would be vital in reminding us of the need to keep moving.

Gender equality

Black History Month quotes for students
Black History Month quotes for students. Photo: @NASA_Wallops
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Gender equality is one of the agendas that Black History Month targets. The mathematician Katherine Johnson is one of the icons who pushed boundaries and continues to inspire young women.

Funny Black History month memes

Black History Month quotes for students
Black History Month quotes for students. Photo: DHS Black History Month
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Drake's Hotline Bling dance is not new in memes. It is a funny way of communicating what you stand for and support. The meme speaks volumes about the need to embrace diversity.

It is never a dull moment for a joke

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If you wish to show off your sense of humour, this might be the right time to do so. A pun never hurts anyone. It is an expression of your artsy side.

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These happy Black History Month memes, quotes, and images must have enlightened you on the message that the occasion is about. You can throw in a joke or two to ensure your message gets home.

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Priscillah Mueni (Lifestyle writer) Priscillah Mueni is a lifestyle and entertainment content creator with more than 4 years of experience. She graduated from Meru University of Science and Technology with a Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering in 2019. In 2023, Priscillah finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques. She has been writing articles on Briefly.co.za since 2019. Email: pshmueni@gmail.com