Group 1001 Celebrates Black History Month

Black History Month is an annual celebration of African Americans' achievements and a time to recognize their central role in U.S. history. With support from Empower 1001, Group 1001’s Black Employee Resource Group (ERG), we have planned a series of activations for employees that honor and celebrate Black History Month.

Poetry and Creative Writing Contest - Black History Theme

Employees are encouraged to share their creativity by entering a poetry or creative contest with the theme of Black History. Later in the month, the winning poem will be announced.

Celebration of Black Excellence

At the end of the month, special guests will speak to Group 1001’s employees at our headquarters, including:

Harry Dunn, Founder of HIM By HER Foundation, working to improve the life skills and economic prospects of marginalized youth and adults

Michael Avant, Martin Luther King Jr. impersonator

Winner of t...

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Chris Kennedy, Chief Information Security Officer

Kennedy

What branch did you serve in and for how long?

United States Marine Corps, 1997-2004

Can you share a little about your service and role?

My m...

Celebrating Black History Month

Every February, the United States honors the contributions, sacrifices, and achievements of Black Americans who have helped shape the nation. We’ve asked several Group 1001 employees how they celebrate Black History Month and what it means to them.

Black History Month originally started as National Negro History Week in...