For Us Book Club
Marcus Garvey was born August 17, 1887 within the St. Ann parish of Jamaica. Having studied the greats such as Booker T Washington, Garvey went on to form the Universal Negro Improvement Association with a motto “Back to Africa” which had its on naval distribution system as well as monetary system. Garvey has become an icon for Black Leadership and Nationhood. For Us has chosen the Garvey & garveyism book for March 2020 in an aim to promote leadership and community within the Black diaspora.
The Black Diaspora has been spread far and wide throughout the world which has in turn led to multitudes of languages and history. Within this Diaspora movement has been very popular, and through this movement much of our history has been forgotten. Thus it is very important For Us to read and to strengthen our knowledge of self in order to create a true and smart future.
The creation of the For Us book club is vital to enhancing our knowledge and legacy. The books that we feature will span from philosophical to business related to health focused. It is key to study and discuss our culture. If we look to older examples of organizing from the Black Panther Party to that were not strictly Black; reference How to Survive a Plague, we will notice that a common theme is research.
Malcolm X, Angela Davis, Marcus Garvey, Dr Amos Wilson, Huey P. Newton, and several other leaders pushed up and past the negative criticism due to their extended knowledge. When these leaders could not find support in their community they instead found backing from their history. But we must first become aware and well-versed in this history.
Now this is not to say that ever book that is promoted for its respected book will be new and unique to you every time. Instead this book may be highlighted for its continuous relevancy, and to ensure it is not lost in time. This is an opportunity For Us to grow together, and therefore sharing your thoughts through writing, videos, and comments to our pages will lead to strength within the community. Also, we ask for book suggestions that come from all over the world.
It’s Time For Us to be there For Us!