VIRTUAL BLACK HISTORY EVENTS
For Your Institution or Organization
Black History
its impact and importance extends beyond the month of February.
Throughout the year we host online experiences for organizations like yours, where participants have fun and learn in a group setting. We incorporate video, pop quizzes and tons of interesting information.
During the “Great Resignation” some 51% of employees reported that they left a company because they didn’t feel a sense of belonging — a sentiment that was greater among nonwhite employees (according to Forbes).
The scale of the issues facing Black US workers is massive, and the roots of the problem are deep. As a study by McKinsey Quarterly explains, “Inequality is baked deep into our current capitalist society.” Many researchers see the challenges as rooted in the socioeconomic and racial history of the United States.
To alleviate the stress and pressure of these very specific issues we believe companies will need to have more focused efforts and activities that target specific groups who fall under the minority umbrella. You can not simply label a training “diverse and inclusive” and expect it to be effective for all underserved populations.
At Melaneyes Media, we are here to provide assistance in understanding the Black experience through historical references and education.
To learn more about how Black history can help your team members feel more included and understood; click the button below and download our free resource pdf.
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
Wealthsimple Technologies, Inc (FEB 2023)
"This was by far a great choice if you want a quick lesson on unpopular black history topics. It was refreshing to learn something new and different across all spectrums of Black culture from infrastructure, inventions, cuisine, hair to music. Logic Allah was highly knowledgeable, relatable, and engaging with our employees. The presentation was short and sweet and our employees wanted to learn more about Black influence in America but also Canada. The slides, videos and quizzes were beautifully woven together to deliver an interactive and informative lesson! Thank you to Logic Allah.”
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ARE YOU READY FOR JUNETEENTH?
Does Your Organization Have Plans To Commemorate The Holiday?
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, marks a time when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, to announce that the Civil War had ended, and all enslaved people in Texas were now free. This holiday has become an important symbol of Black liberation and the struggle for racial justice.
Watch this video to learn how Melaneyes Media can provide Juneteenth programming for your team.
DOWNLOAD OUR FREE RESOURCE GUIDE
Click the button to download our free resource document: BLACK HISTORY IN ACTION
LEARN AND GROW TOGETHER AS A TEAM
BLACK MUSEUM TOUR
This experience takes your team on a virtual tour of 6 museums across the country that are preserving the Black experience and sharing history in a unique way. Museums are a portal into our past which help us to understand present day conditions by examining yesterday's events.
Each location has a unique origin story and a different focus. Your host will highlight featured exhibits while sharing facts and asking questions along the way. This experience is approximately 1 hour long.
Viewing some of the most significant African American museums and cultural exhibits across the country, our hosts will highlight artifacts and collectibles from one or more of the following:
The National Museum of African American History & Culture
The National Memorial for Peace and Justice and the Legacy Museum
America’s Black Holocaust Museum … And more
Click the button below to watch a DEMO sample of the Black Museum Tour
OUR FEATURED EXPERIENCES
BLACK CULTURAL IMPACT
This experience is designed to help participants understand that people of African descent have been in North America for hundreds of years (before the Declaration of Independence) and have contributed greatly to our society.
Taking a look at a wide scope of areas, your host will guide you through areas of culture that have been impacted by Black people during and after the enslavement period.
Enjoy an interactive presentation that includes 2 pop quizzes, music and tons of interesting information. This event is approximately 1 hour in length.
Learn how Black Americans have had a major influence in:
Music
Cuisine
Medicine … And so much more
UNDERSTANDING JUNETEENTH
This experience helps bring clarity to June 19, 1865, and why this day is considered the emancipation of the last enslaved people in Galveston, TX. Since legislation was signed into law making Juneteenth a federal holiday in 2021, it is important that Americans understand the history behind the holiday as well as how it has been celebrated throughout the years.
Including interviews with scholars, trivia questions and more, this presentation takes a deep dive into the history ending the Civil War and forced servitude in the United States. This event is approximately 1 hour in length.
We will take the time to consider the importance of:
The Emancipation Proclamation
The 13th Amendment
General Order No. 3
Click the button below to watch the Understanding Juneteenth DEMO recording
UNDERSTANDING KWANZAA
Learn more about Kwanzaa, a progressive African American holiday. Created by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966, Kwanzaa is celebrated by millions of people worldwide every year.
Book this one hour online learning experience and gain insight into:
The history of Kwanzaa
The 7 principles
How to celebrate … And so much more
Click the button below to watch the Learn Kwanzaa DEMO Recording
THE MLK YOU DON’T KNOW
One of the travesties of history is that we begin to make actual people into myths and legends. We strip away their human flaws, their imperfections so that they fit into our own personal narrative.
Dr. King is one of the main people this has happened to over the years. A man who’s life is so rich and eventful has been narrowed down to two talking points: "non-violence" and "I have a dream." However as an individual, Dr. King said and stood for so much more.
Learn more about the words and works of MLK by reviewing rare photos and speeches as we take a deeper look at the life of an American icon.
WHAT & WHY BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their contributions to American Society. However, rarely do we look at the reason it is necessary and the history of how it came to be. In this one-hour presentation we take the time to explore:
The life of Dr. Carter G Woodson
The study of history in America
Kent State University’s contribution
How to celebrate … And more
This fun and interactive activity includes videos, rare photographs, trivia questions and a pop quiz!
BLACK HISTORY TRIVIA
There are plenty of details that are often overlooked that can help us better understand "Black History,” and there are plenty of methods that a person can use be more knowledgeable about such a vast topic. One effective way that we’ve seen is gamification; the process of adding games or game-like elements to something (such as learning) to encourage participation.
“Gamified learning gives employees a reason to collaborate with and get to know their co-workers, which in turn facilitates relationship-building.” - May 18, 2022 | by SumTotal Blog
Our Black history trivia, games are curated in a way where basic questions are asked and points are accumulated by accuracy and speed of your answer. Information, anecdotes and helpful facts are given throughout the experience to ensure that everyone (regardless of prior knowledge) can learn and participate.
We use the Kahoot platform connected through ZOOM to host this fun and competitive activity.
PRICING SCHEDULE AND DETAILS
Click the button to download our Pricing Schedule, a pdf that contains details about the cost of hosting a private event for your organization.
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Melaneyes Media delivers a smooth seamless process. Once you book your private event with us, we will handle the rest. Our hosts are very knowledgeable and can manage the flow of the presentation from beginning to end. We provide the Zoom channel for hosting the experience and provide your team with a link to login and participate.
Special Requests
Have a request for a virtual presentation on a Black History topic not listed here on our website? Shoot us an email HERE and we don’t mind creating new content to fit your needs.
Want your private event to be held during less than traditional business hours or on a weekend? No problem, just let us know ahead of time when you book.
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MELANEYES MEDIA
Is an independent Black-owned educational media company based in San Antonio, Texas. We are committed to providing culturally enriching documentary films, presentations and online courses. We are a certified African American Business Enterprise, Minority Business Enterprise and Small Business Enterprise in the state of Texas.
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