Five Compelling Stories of Triumph

In honor of Black History Month, we’re celebrating the contributions and achievements of African Americans through stories of resilience, change and culture. In this reel, we tell the heroic story of Robert Smalls, meet with Cleo Hearn, a professional cowboy who overcame racism and significant challenges in rodeos across the U.S., and sing along with Lovely Hoffman, an educator and musician who is using music to empower young women of color.

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