CELEBRATING THE 100th ANNIVERSARY OF BLACK HISTORY

The Spirit of Sankofa

Sankofa is the African principle of moving forward with intention while reaching back to retrieve what must not be left behind. The egg symbolizes sacred life, ancestral responsibility, and continuity—representing the wisdom, values, and future generations entrusted to our care. It reminds us that true progress is not achieved by abandoning the past, but by protecting, nurturing, and carrying forward what our ancestors preserved through sacrifice, resilience, and purpose.

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The Spirit of Sankofa

Sankofa is the African principle of moving forward with intention while reaching back to retrieve what must not be left behind. The egg symbolizes sacred life, ancestral responsibility, and continuity—representing the wisdom, values, and future generations entrusted to our care. It reminds us that true progress is not achieved by abandoning the past, but by protecting, nurturing, and carrying forward what our ancestors preserved through sacrifice, resilience, and purpose.

In honor of this once-in-a-century milestone

Multnomah County Commissioner Vince Jones-Dixon, will formally issue a proclamation recognizing the 100th anniversary of Black History commemorations in America, marking this historic moment with civic distinction and collective celebration.

Celebrating 100 Years of Black History

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