By ABIGAIL KONIG
Staff Writer
Since February is dedicated as Black History Month, honoring the triumphs and struggles of African Americans throughout U.S. history, it is important to spotlight individuals who have changed the world with their artistic, cultural and political achievements. This week’s Black History Month spotlight is Tarana Burke. Tarana Burke is a civil rights activist who was the original founder of the “Me Too” movement, which she started in 2006. It later became a global event that raised awareness about sexual harassment, abuse, and assault in society in 2017.
She started her professional career in Alabama where she worked with the 21st Century Youth Leadership Movement, the National Voting Rights Museum & Institute, and the Black Belt Arts and Cultural Center. In 2003, she wanted to use her time and effort to help young minority women by co-founding Just Be, Inc! She is currently Senior Director at Girls for Gender Equity in Brooklyn and participates in public speaking events across the country promoting support for sexual assault survivors. What she is doing for minority groups and sexual assault survivors has created great change, including in my own life.
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