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Hello, JFY Community! We are already in February, which means Black History Month is here!
During the month of February, we nationally honor the critical, vast role Black Americans have played in writing this country's history. From contributions to sacrifices, we take this time to pay close attention to the stories regarding the Black experience in this country and beyond.
The theme for Black History Month this year is African Americans and the Arts. African American art is infused with African, Caribbean, and the Black American lived experiences. In the fields of visual and performing arts, literature, fashion, folklore, language, film, music, architecture, culinary and other forms of cultural expression, the African American influence has been paramount. African American artists have used art to preserve history and community memory as well as for empowerment. Artistic and cultural movements such as the New Negro, Black Arts, Black Renaissance, hip-hop, and Afrofuturism, have been led by people of African descent and set the standard for popular trends around the world. In 2024, we examine the varied history and life of African American arts and artisans. (ASALH)
If you would like to learn more about Black History Month, whose origins date back to the Summer of 1915, please find various resources linked below. Additionally, please find community events and resources further down in the newsletter!
Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH)
About Black History Month
Black History Month 2024 - African Americans and the Arts
As the JFY Al Teglia scholarship application window has now come to a close, we would like to take this opportunity to amplify other wonderful scholarship opportunities available to our communities! If you are interested in more scholarships out there, read on!
Immigrants Rising - Various Deadlines
For a vast list of different scholarship opportunities, please be sure to visit Immigrants Rising's scholarship page. There, you will find many different scholarships to apply to, so go check it out!
Celebrate Black History Month at the San Mateo county Libraries!
Join San Mateo County Libraries this February as they celebrate Black History Month. This year, the national theme is African Americans and the Arts.
In line with this theme, they're celebrating the past and present achievements of our Black and African American communities. You're invited to join for a wonderful slate of Black History Month programs for all ages.
Please be sure to click the link above to view all upcoming events for youth and adults alike!
Transition to Independence Fair
Learn about programs and services available to young adults with disabilities.
The event brings together 40 agencies that provide higher education, job training, employment, day programs, living options, and health services to adults with disabilities.
The event will also feature multiple workshops, a variety of hands-on activities, and a free lunch! Check out their flyer below, and their website above!
Date and Time: Sat, February 10, 2023, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM PST
Location: 101 Twin Dolphin Drive, Redwood City, CA
2024 Transition to Independence Fair Schedule
Please find below some career development opportunities to add more Transferrable Skills to your resume! Not quite sure what Transferrable Skills are? No worries, read all about them in our Soft Skills Workbook!
Interested in gaining valuable experience through volunteer hours with the Redwood City Public Library? Join thousands of volunteers who have contributed hundreds of thousands of hours of service by following the link below! There are opportunities for everyone and for all interests, so be sure to check it out!
Volunteering is a perfect way to gain experience to help you apply for jobs, to gain new skills, and to give back to your community. So what are you waiting for, click the link below!
Library Volunteer Opportunities
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