51st Annual Celebrates Black Youth Leadership Resistance 2.0 in Today's Freedom Struggle

 

As we celebrate Black History Month and recognize the achievements of African Americans in our country, we are excited to announce the forthcoming People’s World 51st Black History Month Celebration which is sponsored annually by Connecticut People's World Committee. This year's theme is "BLACK YOUTH LEADERSHIP: Resistance 2.0 in Today's Freedom Struggle," focusing on our youth defending their democratic rights and protecting our future by rejecting racism, bigotry, militarism, and division.

The event unites the community and youth in solidarity to celebrate our diverse working class, pledging to organize for multi-racial workers' rights. Our special guest keynote speaker, Aaron Boon, National YCL Coordinator for the CPUSA, alongside an inspiring youth panel, will discuss the importance of youth organizing and involvement in resistance movements.

Additionally, the African American History Month 2025 Arts and Writing Competition for students in grades 8 to 12 encourages creative submissions—artwork, essays, poetry, rap, or song—centered around the following questions:

1. What can you do with others in your school to promote equality?

2. What can you do with your friends to reject and educate against hate speech?

3. How can you help continue the fight and work to change your community now?

The celebration will feature an exceptional drumming performance by acclaimed musician Brian Jarawa Gray, showcasing African cultural drumming. Join us on Saturday, February 22nd, at 4:00 PM at the New Haven People’s Center, located at 37 Howe Street, New Haven, Connecticut for this significant celebration and contribute to building a better future.