Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
A cultural celebration established in 1966 that honors African heritage and Black family, community, and culture, embraced as part of the Black is Beautiful movement.
AP course connection
Topic 4.12: 4.12 Black Is Beautiful and Afrocentricity